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Free food distributions and resources

Organizations in South Florida offer free food distribution for families needing help. Some sites provide drive-through pickups, while others offer doorstep deliveries for eligible participants. Eligibility requirements vary among different organizations. Some are open to everyone.  Food distributions are in Broward, Miami-Dade and Palm Beach. Often the organizations accept volunteers and donations. This list is …

Free entry: Royal Palm Beach Seafood Festival, March 14-15

Get ready to travel back from the future, and dress up as your favorite ’80s celebrity, rock star or movie character. There will be a Delorean Time Machine, 2-Stages of nonstop entertainment featuring ’80s tribute bands, roving characters, a Kid’s Fun Zone and vendors to shop and explore. Royal Palm Beach Seafood Festival, Royal Palm …

Discount tickets to ‘Moulin Rouge’ at Arsht Center

“Moulin Rouge” is making its Miami premiere as part of the 2025-2026 Broadway in Miami season at the Adrienne Arsht Center for the Performing Arts, March 17-22, 2026. The Tony Award-winning by Baz Luhrmann play is a mash-up extravaganza telling the story of bohemians and aristocrats rubbing elbows in a world of glitz, grandeur and …

Drones, live band & field games at festival in Cooper City

Drone show, fireworks and a parade are among the array of entertainment and activities featured at a Cooper City Founders Day event in Broward.  Music entertainment includes Jay Valor Band.  Other features include: DJ Scuba Steve  Inflatables   business expo  hot dog eating event  field day activities  food trucks  fireworks  car show  When: Noon to 9:30 …

Comic Con in Broward, $10-$20

Panel discussions, gaming, and folks dressed up as fiction favorites are featured at an event in Sunrise.  When: 11 a.m. – 6 p.m. March 14  What: Comic Con  Fee: $20 for teens and grownups, $10 for ages 12 and younger  The venue is Sunrise Civic Center, 10610 West Oakland Park Blvd. The event includes entertainment …

Free book fair ‘Picnic de Libros’ in Miami

Picnic de Libros is a bilingual, family day program featuring storytelling, theatre, music, arts and crafts, dance, and picnic baskets full of books for families to enjoy together. The event is free and its main goal is to expose kids to the richness and variety of the cultural traditions in our diverse community. Use this …

Nature hikes, guided tours at Deering Estate in South Dade

Deering Estate is part of the Biscayne Bay IBA (Important Bird Area) and Great Florida Birding and Wildlife Trail, a 2,000-mile, self-guided trail traversing 500 sites located throughout Florida and selected for their excellent bird watching, wildlife viewing and educational opportunities. The property sits atop the geological formation known as the Miami Rock Ridge, most …

Free Spring Break Fun for Families at The Norton, West Palm Beach, March 19

If you are looking for family-friendly things to do during Spring Break, here’s an opportunity to spend a full day of art, creativity, and fun. Norton Museum of Art is offering FREE admission for families on March 19, 2026. School’s Out! Spring Break When: Thursday, March 19, from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Where: Norton …

Free tennis ball drop for pooches at The Underline Chewy Bark Park

Bring your pooch to The Underline’s Chewy Bark Park at 4500 Ponce de Leon Blvd., Coral Gables on Saturday, March 21 from 9 a.m. to noon so they can chase after tennis balls and have tail-wagging good time. The event is free but RSVP is required. RSVP here. The giant ball pit of colorful tennis …

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