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Festivals, expos & fun events, plenty are free

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Festivals are popular events in Pompano Beach, Fort Lauderdale, Deerfield Beach, Davie  and other towns in South Florida. Some festivals offer free entry and free parking, which are ideal for budget-friendly dates, frugal family activities or inexpensive outings with friends. With some festivals, extra fees apply for select activities.  and perhaps for parking. April April 26 Dancing in The Street in Oakland […]

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Free entry for Greenfest in Hallandale, with free earth-friendly gift for first 200

  Focusing on protecting the planet, Earth Day and Arbor Day festivals and events are offered around South Florida and the nation. Many events are free. Events in South Florida include April 27 Greenfest 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. April 27. Hallandale Beach City Hall, 400 S. Federal Highway, Hallandale Beach 33009 Includes kids’ activities, vendors, […]

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24 deals & free things to do week days & week nights

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For frugal folks who like to play, shop and dine out during the week, free activities and deals are available in Broward. For these events and deals, it’s probably wise to phone first or browse the venue’s website to be sure the event or deal is on the day you’d like to attend. Mondays Food trucks at […]

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Entertainment, food vendors & fire fountain at ‘Untapped’ in Pompano

Entertainment, food trucks, art, artists &  vendors are featured at free Old Town Untapped festivities in downtown Pompano Beach. The events, which include beer from local breweries,  are 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. first Fridays of most months. Featured entertainment includes Yardij. The event usually includes Fire & Light Fountain show every half hour 7 to 9 p.m. […]

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Free FATVillage Artwalk with Free Trolley

South Florida artists open their studios and exhibit spaces to showcase their work during popular ArtWalk festivities in the Flagler Arts Technology (FAT) district. FATVillage Artwalk, which includes artisan vendors, food and entertainment, is the last Saturday of most months, except December, 6 p.m. to 11 p.m. in the arts district known as FATVillage  around  Northwest  First Avenue and Northwest […]

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Art Festivals, Art Walks & Other Places To Enjoy Art — plenty are free

If you enjoy browsing work by artists and artisans, Broward offers an array of lively art festivals, art walk events and indoor art exhibits. We think art festivals and other art events are perfect for dates, solo activities and family outings. If you’re on a budget, many of the events and venues we’re featuring  are free, or relatively inexpensive. Featured Free Our Seas […]

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Free events, entertainment & fun at Broward libraries

Events, festivals, workshops and entertainment are offered at local libraries, usually for free. Events include April Free in-person income tax assistance, various locations, information online   April 7 Empowerment through Personal Safety: Practical Steps to Keep Yourself and Your Home Safe, 11:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. April 7 at Stirling Road Branch, 3151 Stirling Road,  Hollywood 954-357-7550, […]

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Free Museum Days & Museum Deals

Enjoy some of the best attractions in Fort Lauderdale and other towns in Broward for free. Or at a discount. Various museums and galleries offer free-entry days. Some are always free. They’re perfect for a rainy day, a wallet-friendly date or an educational family activity. Free entry Entry free at ArtServe featuring work by local artists […]

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Las Olas Art Fair is free event in Fort Lauderdale

Paintings, sculptures and pottery are among the art pieces showcased at the Las Olas Art Fair in Fort Lauderdale. The free events include 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. October 19 & 20, Las Olas Boulevard between Southeast 6th Avenue & Southeast 11th Avenue, Fort Lauderdale. Information is on the website. Downtown parking fees apply. Enjoy Other […]

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Free Festival of the Arts & Gardenfest

Dance, theater and other performing arts, visual art, plants & vegetables and fun for youngsters are featured at Festival of the Arts, a free event in northwest Broward. When: 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. March 17 and March 18 Where: The Walk in Coral Springs, along University Drive from 26th Street to 29th Street, 2900 N. University […]

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Free entry day for Cultural Center in Hollywood

The Art and Culture Center of Hollywood offers free entry from noon to 4 p.m. the third Sunday of most months. The venue is at 1650 Harrison St., 954-921-3274 Note — In April the event is April 14, instead of April 21 Often free entry day events include a STEAM-themed activity. Regular prices other days are $7 for adults and $4 for […]

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Free Downtown Hollywood ArtWalk with exciting extras

  Soak in the local art scene, watch an artist paint with his foot and browse wares from pop-up vendors at a popular ArtWalk event in South Broward. The Downtown Hollywood ArtWalk festivities are third Saturdays 6 p.m. to about 10 p.m. on Hollywood Boulevard and Harrison Street, 954-924-2980 Entry is free. The events usually include these interesting activities, which are also free. walking […]

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Free for ArtFest in the Pines with entertainment, workshops

Entertainment, artists, demonstrations and interactive workshops are included at ArtFest in the Pines, with free entry and free parking. The event is 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. March 9 and March 10 Workshops include 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. March 9 drop-in projects include  peace rocks, pinwheels & posters for age 6 and older March […]

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