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If you haven’t been to Manatee Lagoon in a while, here’s the perfect time to visit. This information has been updated for 2026. Exhibits include three life-sized manatee statues, a seagrass exhibit and a Florida mangroves exhibit. Entry to Manatee Lagoon is free. Parking is also free.  Don’t miss ManateeFest 2026 on Feb. 7 … …

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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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Have you ever heard a kora? The public is invited to enjoy the music and history of the instrument, as Sean Gaskell performs songs on the kora – a 21-string West African harp. The kora is traditionally played by oral historians known as Griots. Many songs preserve an 800-year history dating back to the start …

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The City of Boca Raton will celbrate MLK Jr. Day, Monday, Jan. 19, 2026, with day-long festivities, including a march with jazz bands, a ceremony and public Unity Celebration at Mizner Park. The day starts with a community breakfast from 8 to 10 a.m. at Ebenezer Missionary Baptist Church, 200 Ruby St. Unity March at …

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Kids work with their hands putting together fun projects at free interactive workshops offered in South Florida at participating Home Depot and Lowe’s stores. At the workshops, youngsters build a toy truck, a photo holder, or other item. Parents or others are invited to work with them. It’s a good idea to register online, especially …

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Go to a parade. Participate in a festival and listen to live music. Broward offers varied events for the Martin Luther King Jr.  holiday. The holiday emphasizes social and political freedom and equality. Festivities recognize the accomplishments and values of King, who promoted peaceful  advocacy for social justice. MLK events in 2026 in Broward include …

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The South Florida Folk & Acoustic Music Festival returns for its highly anticipated 39th year January 30 through February 1, 2026, transforming the Bergeron Rodeo Grounds into a vibrant celebration of music and community. The three-day outdoor festival — fully under cover — features more than 60 performers on two stages, hands-on workshops, open jam …

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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. …

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The South Florida Fair is a prime attraction packed with family fun and entertainment, with rides, food vendors, exhibits, parades, performers, competitions and so much more. What: South Florida Fair When: Jan. 16 through Feb. 1, 2026 Where: South Florida Fairgrounds, 9067 Southern Blvd., West Palm Beach, FL 33411 Cost: Varies per day; range $15-$20 …

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The Good Day Market is a free curated, outdoor community Sunday market hosted in Boynton Beach and Delray Beach. It’s a farmers market, but with so much more. They not only highlight small and local businesses, but also offer handmade goods, artisan products, boutique finds, vintage pieces, art, plants, specialty food, drinks, and activities for …

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