Music

Want to hear live music? The Betsy Hotel in the heart of South Beach offers a free live music series every day. It’s a nice way to enjoy some tunes amid beautiful surroundings – and give yourself a little break any day of the week. All performances are free, with no cover or drink minimum. …

Celebrating 250 years of independence in 2026 means things are going to get a whole lot bigger, brighter and louder. Here’s a sample of what some municipalities are planning for the 2026 holiday. Happy Birthday America 250! You can use this list to find the best places to see fireworks in Palm Beach County. Listed …

Juneteenth marks the emancipation of those who were enslaved in the United States. It is about learning new ways to promote economic empowerment in the Black community and sharing ideas to address racial disparities. It is not only a time for commemorating the end of slavery and honoring Black history and its rich heritage, but it is …

When school’s out it’s playtime in South Florida. Here’s a list of some of the free and cheap things for families to do to have fun during the month of June, 2026, in Palm Beach County. Northwood Film Festival When: Wednesday, June 1 through Monday, June 7, 2026, from 6 to 9 p.m. Where: Various …

Parties, performances and workshops are featured in South Florida to reflect historical references to freedom from slavery. Hued Songs is a black arts troupe that is participating in events in Dade & Broward for Florida Emancipation Day and Juneteenth, and entry is free.  Featured Event Pompano Beach Florida Emancipation Day party is 4:30 p.m. to 9:30 …

Sweet potato pie. Performances. Food vendors. Juneteenth festivities in Pompano Beach include the Blues and Sweet Potato Pie Festival. In 2026, the festival is 1 p.m. to 7 p.m. Saturday, June 13, and entry is free. It’s at Apollo Park, 1580 NW Third  Avenue, Pompano Beach 33060. The event includes games and face painting for …

Orchestra Miami is joining with the Music Ministry of Trinity Episcopal Cathedral to create the Saturdays at Trinity Series on Saturdays at 7 p.m. in their historic sanctuary in Downtown Miami. These concerts will feature music performed by soloists from Orchestra Miami along with singers from South Florida. The series will explore the lush and opulent …

Entry is free for the Summer Symphony Series in Pembroke Pines. Delight in performances that feature artists from the South Florida Symphony Orchestra.  Events in 2026 include: 4 p.m. Sunday, June 14, woodwind quintet 4 p.m. Sunday, July 12,  string quartet 4 p.m Sunday, August 16, brass quintet  4 p.m Sunday, September 13, pops music …

One of the best deals around in Miami is through an organization called Culture Shock Miami. Through Culture Shock, students 13 to 22 (and their guardians) can get discount tickets to numerous cultural performances in Miami for only $5 each. New tickets go on sale at 10 a.m. the first of every month, so be …

The South Florida Bluegrass Association offers a free bluegrass festival on the first Sunday of the month at Greynolds Park, 18501 NE 22nd Ave., North Miami Beach. While the music is free, park admission is $10 per car, using the app. Take a lawn chair or blanket. Food and drink will be available for purchase, but …

Hollywood ArtsPark is a delightful venue for free live entertainment.  ArtsPark is a popular outdoor oasis in the downtown district on Hollywood Boulevard and Federal Highway. Featured events in  2026 include 7 p.m. Saturday, June 6 reggae flair is featured with bands including SunDub, Kaylan Arnold, Easy Star All Stars 7 p.m. to 10:30 p.m. …