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Valentine’s Day is an especially romantic occasion to renew your vows. If you and your sweetheart are interested, an event in Fort Lauderdale is poised to accommodate your happy “I DOs.”  Vow Renewal at Fort Lauderdale Beach  The group event is 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. Saturday, February 14, at Las Olas Oceanside Park.  Register …

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Valentine’s Day is for love. Including love for fluffy pets.  For decked out dogs and their humans, Galleria Fort Lauderdale is featuring a doggie fashion show and adoption event from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturday, February 14. Entry is free for participants and spectators.  The Fashion Show features prizes for Best Dog Walk, Best …

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Wear your beads. Hollywood Mardi Gras offers its version of the festive event especially famous in New Orleans. Entry is free for the vibrant street festival. The event in 2026 is 1 p.m. to 7 p.m. Sunday, February 15 at Hollywood Boulevard off 19th and 20th Avenues, Hollywood 33020.  The  Mardi Gras event includes live …

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Nova Southeastern University in Davie  is throwing a festival with plenty of features including airbrush tattoos, rock wall, bungee trampoline,  and a toddler bounce house. The festival event in 2026 is noon to 4 p.m. Saturday, February 14, at 3300 S. University Drive, Davie 33328.  Entry is free. Other features include: Airbrush tattoos/face painting Balloon …

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Opa! If you’re a fan of Spanakopita, spinach and feta pie and other Mediterranean specialties, you’re in luck. Saint Catherine Greek Food & Wine Fest, West Palm Beach The Saint Catherine Greek festival is an annual tradition and will be held Friday through Sunday, Feb. 13-15, 2026, in West Palm Beach. There will be live …

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The Palm Beach Shakespeare Festival and The Village of Royal Palm Beach present the 6th annual Shakespeare by the Palms production of this classic tale. MACBETH Thursday through Sunday, Feb. 12-16, 2026, at the Veterans Park Amphitheater, located at 1036 Royal Palm Beach Blvd B, Royal Palm Beach, FL 33411. All performances start at 7 …

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Here’s a free family film for kids. Be sure to take your blankets or chairs for a great night of community, connection, and entertainment. Raya and the Last Dragon When: Friday, Feb. 13, 2026, at 6:30 p.m. (doors open at 6) Where: Athletic Fields, 226 Cypress Lane, Palm Springs, FL Admission: Free Website Enjoy FREE …

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Here’s a treat that features authentic Louisiana-rooted sounds mixed with electronic funk, reggae, rock, soul, jam-band heat, DJ switchovers, Mardi Gras masks, and neon, pop-up performances. Early evening is for families, while late-nighters can carry on at Propaganda where the party continues … ! Mardi Glow J Street Block Party When: Friday, Feb. 13, from …

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The Delray Beach Old School Square Amphitheatre once again will host its free Twilight Concert series. Gates open at 5 p.m. For more details, visit delrayoldschoolsquare.com. Twilight  Concert FREE: Journey & Styx tribute Thursday, Feb. 12, 2026, from 5 to 9 p.m. Old School Square (map) The Delray Beach Downtown Development Authority invites you to enjoy …

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The Carlin Park After Dark experience takes everything you love about a beach day to the next level. Arrive early to walk along the Jupiter Beach shoreline at sunset. Enjoy an evening picnic with local food vendors on site and live music. Next up: Saturday, Feb. 14, 2026, from 7 to 9 p.m.  – a …

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Valentine’s Day is a holiday full of love, laughter and, if you’re a bargain hunter, lots of sweet savings. Most will celebrate by buying gifts and taking loved ones out for dinner, drinks or dessert. However, who says you have to spend big bucks to show your love? Money-saving cupids should aim their arrow at …

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