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Tons of festivals & fun events

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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. February February 21 Early purchase discount for Taste of […]

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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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Fun activities at Arts Day in Weston Rescheduled for February 10

Interactive art activities, performances and face painting are included in the Arts Day event in Weston. Music, drama  and other entertainment, including some from students at local schools,  are featured at the event, which is rescheduled for 1 p.m. to 5 p.m. February 10 Entry is free. Other features include  open-air art studio for painting and pottery […]

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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. Noteworthy events Register online early for free entry on Museum Day […]

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Places & events to enjoy art

  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 Boca Raton […]

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Entertainment, food trucks & 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 March 1 is Sucker Punch . The event usually includes Fire & Light Fountain show every half hour 7 […]

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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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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 Usually free entry day events include a STEAM-themed activity. Regular prices other days are $7 for adults and $4 for kids, students and seniors. Entry is free for 3 and younger. Before venturing out […]

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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. January 5 & January 6 and March  2 & 3 on Las Olas Boulevard between Southeast 6th Avenue & Southeast 11th Avenue, Fort Lauderdale. Information is on the website. Downtown parking fees […]

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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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Free jazz in Pembroke Pines

Live jazz performances are featured at free outdoor events at a park in Pembroke Pines. Jazz in the Pines events include an artist painting live. Events include 3 p.m. to 5 p.m. October 21 Sound of Vision with painting artist 3 p.m. to 5 p.m. November 18 Othello Molineaux  with painting artist 3 p.m. to 5 p.m. […]

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Free entry at ArtServe

Entry is free to browse art exhibits at ArtServe in Fort Lauderdale. If you enjoy art shows, we think you’ll enjoy this indoor treasure. The gallery and gift shop features the work of South Florida artists. The venue is open most Mondays to Fridays 9 a.m. to 8 p.m. and Saturdays 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. ArtServe is at 1350 E. […]

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Watch glass-blowing for free in Hollywood

The intriguing art of working with fiery liquid glass is showcased in an open-air studio with seating for spectators at ArtsPark in Hollywood. Hollywood Hot Glass is open 2 p.m. to 10 p.m. most Mondays, Wednesdays, Thursdays and Fridays and Saturdays. For folks who’d like to participate, workshops and lessons are offered for a fee. Information is on […]

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