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Free and cheap things to do with kids in Miami, Broward and Palm Beach counties. Have fun with your children without emptying your wallet.

If you’re looking for something special to do on Mother’s Day, Mia and her pals at Manatee Lagoon are once again hosting a a free family event. Mother’s Day Celebration on Lake Worth Lagoon When: Sunday, May 11, 2025 from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. Where: Manatee Lagoon, 6000 N. Flagler Drive, West Palm Beach …

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Festivals, live entertainment and hands-on activities are among the variety of events offered in Pompano Beach.  Lots of events are free. They’re ideal for dates, families and solo excursions. Events in Pompano Beach include 2025 events Haitian Heritage events Films An event featuring Haitian films hosted by Haitian filmmaker Al’Ikens Planche is 6 p.m. Friday, …

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Grab a bite from your favorite food trucks. Groove to music. Coral Springs is hosting Bites-n-Sips and entry is free. Food and drinks are available for purchase.  Events in 2025 include  5:30 p.m. – 9:30 p.m. Friday, May 9 with DJ entertainment, hula hoop events and photo ops. A scavenger hunt is among the activities. …

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Wet splashy activities and entertainment are featured at a free Water Works pool and park event organized by the Pompano Beach Parks and Recreation Department. The event includes water slides, DJ entertainment and food vendors.  Other features include photo ops and a toddler zone.  Water Works in 2025 is 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. Saturday, …

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The Perez Art Museum Miami (PAMM) is a world-class art museum in a spectacular location in downtown Miami on Biscayne Bay. The museum offers permanent and temporary art exhibits, including exhibits that explore the cultures that make up Miami, including Latin American, Caribbean, African American and more. PAMM is also home to Verde, a modern, …

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The Museum of Contemporary Art in North Miami is the place to check out groundbreaking and thought-provoking exhibitions and catch live jazz acts on the last Friday of the month during the free Jazz at MOCA. However, it’s also where to go for other free and cheap events.   May: There’s something for everyone all month …

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PEW-PEW! May the Fandom Be with You. Get out your lightsabers because you are invited to have fun at this year’s Mandel Fan Fest, a celebration of “All Things Fandom.” This mega event is for all ages, including adults. Mandel Fan Fest When: Saturday, May 24, 2025, from noon to 4:30 p.m. Where: Mandel Public Library, 411 …

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The Spady Museum is hosting a backyard barbecue and the public is invited. A Family Affair, “a reunion-style event” When: Sunday, May 18, 2025, from 5 to 8 p.m. Where: Spady Cultural Heritage Museum, 170 NW 5th Ave., Delray Beach Cost: Free admission with RSVP; vendor prices vary. Features: Food Music & live performance by …

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