Music

This year’s 561 Music Festival once again promises nonstop music flowing, as well as dozens of beers on tap and food trucks and art vendors on site; prices vary. FREE admission gets you 30 bands on 3 stages. No tickets required. This festival is completely free to attend for all ages and is open to …

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 …

Nibble on fare from food trucks in North Lauderdale and delight in the groove of Reaxtion Band. Feel free to bring blankets or portable seats. Reaxtion Band performs Motown hits. Other features include a kids zone and vendors.  The event in 2026 is 6 p.m. – 9 p.m. Friday, April 24 and entry is free.  …

The Morikami Museum and Japanese Gardens in Delray Beach hosts seasonal special events that feature taiko drumming performances and other activities, including a seasonal sunset stroll. For more details, visit Sunset Stroll – Morikami Museum and Japanese Gardens. The seasonal monthly Sunset Stroll is a rain-or-shine event, April-September (except July & August).  You can also …

The Delray Beach Old School Square Amphitheatre once again will host its free Twilight Concert series. Gates open at 5 p.m. For more details, visit delrayoldschoolsquare.com. Twilight  Concert FREE: Bee Gees NOW tribute band Thursday, April. 23, 2026, from 5 to 9 p.m. Old School Square (map) The Delray Beach Downtown Development Authority invites you to …

Here’s a chance to enjoy a free concert, with free parking. When: Thursday, April 23, 2026, at 7:30 p.m. Where: Duncan Theatre, 4200 S. Congress Ave., Lake Worth Beach Cost: Unticketed, free event; arrive early to get a good seat. What else is happening in South Florida:   To keep up with the latest news, …

The Boynton Beach Gold Coast Band will perform a special program to celebrate the nation’s 250 years. Happy Birthday, America! When: Sunday, April 26, 2026, at 3 p.m. Where: Coral Lakes Theater, 12751 El Clair Ranch Road, Boynton Beach Tickets are $10 at the door; children under 12 get in free. Website for more information …

The Armour Dance Theatre and Miami Children’s Chorus are part of a collaborative performance on Saturday, April 25, at 8 p.m. at YoungArts Campus in Downtown Miami.  Students from the dance troupe and musical choir will join forces to present a show combining the rhythm of music and dance to the backdrop of light of …

The Moss Center is hosting several Party on the Plaza events with free admission and free music, plus food and beverage vendors. Tickets are usually available a week before the concert but it’s not unusual for seats to sell out quickly.  Next up: The Boneshakers on Friday, April 24 from 7:30-9:30 p.m. Tickets will be …

The 2026 Asian American & Pacific Islander (AAPI) Night in Wellington is a free public event, celebrating AAPI Heritage Month. Event features cultural performances, food trucks, and special demonstrations. Vendor prices vary. When: Thursday, May 7, 2026, from 5 p.m. to 9 p.m. Where: Wellington Amphitheater, 12100 Forest Hill Blvd. Website Activities include the following: …

We are lucky in South Florida to have many talented musicians, performing as solo act, duos, trios or bands. They play music from Afro-Cuban funk to classical to country to folk to rock to heavy metal. And don’t forget all the tribute bands, which recreate the music of our youth. We are even luckier to …