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Behold! The 75th annual Beaux Arts Festival of Art is happening Jan. 17-18, 2026. Held on the lawn of the University of Miami Campus  in Coral Gables on Stanford Dr. in front of the Lowe Art Museum, this free festival features more than 200 juried artists. Displayed artwork includes wood, watercolor, photography, oil and acrylics, …

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BocaFest will be back to Town Center at Boca Raton and for 2026, it promises to be bigger and better, with everything from paint on canvas, to photography, 3D media, sculpture, jewelry, and other unique artisan crafts. Entry is free. 38th annual Boca Fest at Town Center When: Saturday & Sunday, Jan. 17-18, 2026, from …

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Entertaining, educational, and free. It’s music for your ears, friendly for your wallet, and ideal for the whole family. Master Chorale events for children in 2026 include: Peter and The Wolf  at 11 a.m. Saturday, January 17, at First Presbyterian Church, 401 SE 15th Avenue, Fort Lauderdale 33301 The programs are designed to engage youth …

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The excitement leading up to the College Football Championship, happening at Hard Rock Stadium in Miami Gardens on Monday, Jan. 19 is monumental for football fans. Add to that the possibility of the University of Miami Hurricanes making it to the championship in their hometown and it becomes epic.   Music fans can also get …

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Tours, hands-on art activities and artists painting live are featured at the Avenue of the Arts Festival in Fort Lauderdale. The event, nicknamed AOTA Fest, focuses on art, education and youth enrichment. Watch artists painting murals live. Events are free.  Events January 21-25 in 2026 include: Free mural tours, reservations recommended, information is online. 6 …

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Inflatables, DJ entertainment and a wide array of public safety vehicles are included at Weston Winter Safety Expo. The event is ideal for families with an emphasis on interacting with fire and law enforcement personnel and their equipment, including boats, trucks, and a helicopter. Entry is free. Food and drinks are offered for purchase.  The …

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Food demonstrations for kids and families, live entertainment and food trucks are featured at Picnic in the Park at Las Olas Oceanside Park in Fort Lauderdale. Picnic in the Park in 2026 is 12 p.m. to 4 p.m. Sunday, January 25, and entry is free. Artisan vendors are included at the event, which also includes …

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Taco Bell is entering 2026 with lots of “new values”. Launching nationwide on January 22, 2026, the popular restaurant’s new Luxe Value Menu features 10 items priced at $3 or less — replacing the current Cravings Value Menu. The new value menu combines five new menu innovations with five fan-favorite classics, so there’s something for …

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The Northwood Art & Music Warehouse in West Palm Beach supports local artists and musicians and is also a cool place to hang out and enjoy the vibe. Prices may vary per performer. The Cravens When: Friday, Jan. 16, 2026, from 8 to 11 p.m. Where: Northwood Art and Music Warehouse, 933 28th St., West …

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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 …

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If you lean toward more upscale donuts, chances are you’ve made a stop at The Salty. They use premium, fresh ingredients in both their donuts and coffee. Prices are higher than average, but for many loyal fans, the quality justifies the cost. Yesterday, they ran a major sale, and today they’re making up for customers …

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