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It’s a parade! Youth Day Parade in Oakland Park includes not only a parade, but other free festivities, including rides and live entertainment. The 2026 theme is Cartoon Carnival. Costumes are encouraged. Oakland Park Youth Day Parade in 2026 is March 7, starting at Jaco Pastorius Park, then moving south on Dixie Highway, west on …

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Mark your calendar and grab your green for this family friendly event features live Irish music, dancers, authentic food, a Guinness Beer Garden, plus whiskey tastings and a variety of other activities. Key Event Details: Date & Time: Saturday, March 7, 2026, from 11 a.m. to 10 p.m. Location: Wellington Amphitheater, 12100 W. Forest Hill Blvd. …

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The City of Boynton Beach continues to offer a free concert series on the First Friday at 5 p.m., monthly through November, 2026. March features a rootin-tootin barbecue with specialty food trucks and beverage vendors and fun activities for kids. Boots & BBQ: Friday, March 6, 2026, from 5 to 9 p.m. So, kick off …

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Soft or crunchy? Whatever your pleasure, The Village of Palm Springs has some spicy music and Mexican treats in store at this family event. Free Fiesta, Village of Palm Springs Saturday, March 7, from 2 to 8 p.m. Where: Village Center Complex, 226 Cypress Lane, Palm Springs Features: Vendors, live music & entertainment; family-friendly activities, …

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Spring has arrived and that means plenty of events around Miami-Dade, especially annual ones like the Gifford Lane Stroll to kick off the month, then Carnaval on the Mile followed by the Calle Ocho Music Festival the next weekend. Finally, kicking off mid-month and lasting until the first week of April is the Miami-Dade County …

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Spending Sundays with family is always a goal and ICA Miami in the Miami Design District makes it just a little easier, and a lot of fun with their weekly Family Sundays at ICA Miami. Reserved tickets are required.  Always free admission, ICA Miami hosts family programming at 11:30 a.m. each Sunday to provide a …

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World Fest in Weston offers an international array of flavors, fashion, displays, art, singing, dancing and other live entertainment. Entry is free for Weston World Fest festivities in 2026 is 12 p.m. to 4 p.m. Sunday, March 1, offering entertainment and things to do for kids and adults. Weston World Fest features performances and interactive …

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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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Set your sights for an adventure in the South Florida wilderness. Perhaps you’ll navigate a shady path through a lush forest. Or perch yourself on a riverbank where herons are wading in the water and turtles are poking their heads out. Tune in to the visual displays, scents and sounds of the outdoor environment. Some …

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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 …

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