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Free birding field trips with the Tropical Audubon Society

The Tropical Audubon Society offers free birding field trips and other events for those who want to learn more about South Florida’s feathered friends (and our real snowbirds that pass through). The group also offers butterfly and plant trips, local outings in Miami-Dade, Broward and Palm Beach counties and trips to other parts of Florida. …

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 …

Live band at free Backyard Jam events in Pompano Beach

Old Town in Pompano Beach is the venue for free Backyard Jam events featuring local and regional bands. The events are 6 p.m. to 10 p.m. select third Fridays and entry is free. Entertainment  includes: December 19. More Better Band January 16. JP Soars and the Red Hots February 20. Acoustic Fingers March 20. Revibe …

Cirque du Soleil ‘Luzia’: New discount

Cirque du Soleil Luzia will be at Gulfstream Park in Hallandale Beach February 19 through April 25, 2026. We can tell you that you can save money by attending on certain nights or buying tickets in advance. And, we have just found a new deal: 20% off tickets if you buy by Friday, January 16. …

Free youth DIY workshops at Home Depot & Lowes

Kids work with their hands putting together fun projects at free interactive workshops offered in South Florida at participating Home Depot and Lowe’s stores. At the workshops, youngsters build a toy truck, a photo holder, or other item. Parents or others are invited to work with them. It’s a good idea to register online, especially …

$5 deals for films at Flippers theater in Hollywood

free summer movie seats

 Flippers theater in Hollywood features $5 ticket deals.  Flippers movie theater and arcade offers $5 movies Wednesdays.  The deal does not apply to new releases, special showings or  3D movies.  The $5 offer does not apply to holidays. Flippers theater and arcade is at 7001 Taft St., Hollywood 33024. Sign up for the South Florida …

Enjoy 99-cent corn dogs at Sonic Drive-In every Tuesday

Extra mustard and savings, please! For bargain hunters, there’s nothing ever corny about saving money, especially when it means dining on the cheap.  Image: Sonic Drive-In Sonic Drive-In occasionally offers discounted corn dogs for one day only on select dates, typically holidays or other notable days. (Any add-ons are extra.) There’s usually no limit, so …

Chicken Salad Chick celebrates Guest Appreciation Day with free chicken salad, Jan. 22

Here’s the latest scoop from Chicken Salad Chick: The nation’s only fast-casual chicken salad restaurant is celebrating its Guest Appreciation Day (and 18th anniversary!) by giving a delicious gift to all customers.  For one day only, Chicken Salad Chick is scooping its signature chicken salad flavor at no cost — the Classic Carol. Photo: Chicken …

Free screening of ‘Mercy,’ in IMAX 3D, Aventura, Jan. 21

Here’s an advance screening of the new PG-13 film from Amazon MGM – “Mercy,” Complimentary passes are available on a first-come, first-served basis. Mercy When: Wednesday, Jan. 21, 2026, at 7:30 p.m. Where: AMC Aventura, 19501 Biscayne Blvd., Aventura FREE pass here! Note: Remember that a free pass does not guarantee a seat. You still …

Florida Renaissance Festival in Deerfield Beach offers discounts

The Florida Renaissance Festival in Deerfield Beach offers an opportunity to immerse yourself in a fantasy world  with performers, artisans and activities inspired by another place and time. Discount opportunities are offered. The popular event in 2026 is on weekends from February 7 through March 29 at Quiet Waters Park, 954-357-5100, 401 S. Powerline Road, …

Free entry for Namaste Indian Festival in Pompano Beach

Dance, food and handicraft vendors, exhibits, fashion shows and art representing India are featured at Namaste Indian Festival in Pompano Beach. The event in 2026 is 11:30 a.m. to 8 p.m. Saturday, February 7. Register on the Namaste Indian Festival website for free tickets. Festivities are at Pompano Beach Amphitheater, 1806 NE Sixth Street, Pompano …

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