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New World Symphony Fellows Blue Concerts are ‘Pay What You Wish’

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If you love great music but want to keep your arts outings affordable, the New World Symphony’s Blue Concerts are one of South Florida’s best cultural bargains. Held at the New World Center in Miami Beach, these concerts invite everyone — from first-timers to seasoned classical fans — to experience innovative orchestral music at whatever …

Shamrock the Block Party at Keystone Park

Celebrate St. Patrick’s Day at North Miami’s Keystone Park during the Shamrock the Block Party on Sunday, March 15 from 3-7 p.m. The event is hosted by City of North Miami Councilman Kevin A. Burns. Admission is free. Attendees are encouraged to come dressed in their favorite leprechaun costumes for a chance to win prizes …

Enhance Your Sundays with Chamber Music at New World Symphony 

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Whether you’re a seasoned concertgoer or want to try something new, New World Symphony invites you to enjoy six unforgettable Sunday afternoons of world-class chamber music in Miami Beach.  Critically acclaimed soloists join New World Symphony’s talented young artists for powerful performances in the one-of-a-kind, Frank Gehry-designed New World Center. Chamber music showcases the unique …

Free Sea Shorts plays in Lauderdale-by-the-Sea

Sea Shorts Play Festival offers an entertaining show for adults featuring local performers. The production by Seaside Players features a selection of original short plays written by Florida playwrights. This production will include nine 10-minute plays. Performances in 2026 are: Friday, March 13, 7 p.m. Saturday, March 14, 4 p.m. Sunday, March 15, 4 p.m. …

Free daytime entry through March at Winter Equestrian Festival, Wellington

If you’re a fan of watching champion equines compete in jumping and dressage events, then this is the time to visit Wellington and see live events for free! For the 2026 season at Wellington International’s Winter Equestrian Festival, spectators get free general admission Wednesday through Sunday during the main winter season (January-March) during daytime events. …

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 …

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 …

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 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 …

Free entry & free rides onto Deerfield Island

  Deerfield Island is a natural area on the Intracoastal Waterway in north Broward that’s accessible by boat. Free water shuttle excursions to Deerfield Island Natural Area are weather permitting, Fridays, Saturdays and Sundays.  The free boat shuttle service usually runs from a dock at Sullivan Park, 1701 Riverview Road, Deerfield Beach, at 10 a.m., …

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