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Free and cheap things to do with kids in Miami, Broward and Palm Beach counties. Have fun with your children without emptying your wallet.
The Ocean Drive Promenade Music Series presents a free concert every Sunday from 5-6:30 p.m. between 14th Street and 14th Place in Lummus Park on Ocean Drive in Miami Beach in front of The Betsy Hotel. Concerts feature talented local South Florida performers. Bring a picnic, lawn chairs, blankets, and your whole gang to enjoy …
Save $5 on a performance featuring Nova Singers by purchasing tickets online before the show. And, if you’re a student with ID, you can see the performance for free. Children 12 and younger also can attend free. The Nova Singers and the Florida Singing Sons are joining for a concert series celebrating the 50th anniversary …
Free festivities in Hollywood for St. Patrick’s Day include a festival and lively parade with floats and NYPD Emerald Society Pipe and Drum band. St. Patricks Day Parade is on Hollywood Boulevard and Harrison Street in downtown Hollywood. Festivities in 2026 are 12 p.m. to 6 p.m. Sunday, March 15, with a parade at 1 …
Forget about painting the town red, soon it will be time to whip out your favorite green apparel for a St. Patrick’s Day parade in Delray Beach. The Parade is set and entry for the festivities is free. Parade: When: Saturday, March 14, 2026, from noon to 2 p.m. Where: West along Atlantic Avenue from …
The Joy and Happiness Festival in Miramar offers free entry, and a lot of activities to make people of all ages happier. The event in 2026 is 3 p.m. to 7 p.m. Saturday, March 14. The event includes: performances teen gaming truck kite flying joy parade food vendors pets permitted games The venue is Branca …
YMCA South Florida organizations offer free swim lessons for water safety. The lessons are for kids, teens and adults. Free lessons in 2026 are March 16 to March 20, and registration is required online. YMCA facilities in Broward offering free swim instruction include Fort Lauderdale, Pembroke Pines, Weston, Hallandale Beach, Hollywood. Residency in Broward is …
With a popular event in Davie, the Broward Natural Resources Division offers the opportunity for Broward residents to nab free trees. Water Matters Day in 2026 is 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. Saturday, March 14, at Tree Tops Park, 3900 SW 100th Ave., Davie 33328. Entry into the park is $3 per vehicle with up …
You can celebrate all things Irish on Saturday, March 14, and Sunday, March 15, 2026, at the Jupiter Irish Fest, a day of Irish music, food, drink, dancing and fun at Abacoa in Jupiter. Hours are 11 a.m. to 10 p.m. Saturday; and 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. Sunday. General admission is FREE. The event …
Cheers to 100 Years! Boca Street Fest will mark 100 years with Centennial Celebrations that include live music, local flavors and unique vendors. The festival promises something for everyone. Admission is free. When: Saturday, March. 28, 2026, from noon to 4 p.m. Where: Mizner Park, 590 Plaza Real, Boca Raton Get ready to continue the city’s …
Palm Beach County will offer a variety of Easter Egg hunts, may of which are free and cheap — and are perfect for the entire family.
St. Patrick’s Day on is an occasion for parades and festivals, including in Fort Lauderdale. Pull out your favorite emerald apparel and delight in the festive vibe. St. Patrick’s Day Parade & Festival in Fort Lauderdale in 2026 is 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. Saturday, March 14, and entry is free. Parade The parade is …
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