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If you love books, storytelling and live performances, the Our Voices: Festival of Words brings a full day of free activities to Fort Lauderdale. The last day of the festival is a free outdoor community event featuring author talks, spoken word, music, workshops and kids’ programming — all centered on literacy, culture and community. The …
Pembroke Pines is throwing a rockin’ party and the public is welcome to participate in the festivities. Pines Day event in 2026 is 5 p.m. to 9 p.m. Saturday, April 26, and entry is free. Festivities include: roller rink with DJ auto show 5:15 p.m. – 8:15 p.m. local talented youth performers activities photo ops …
This year, not only will there be a morning public beach cleanup, but also a catwalk fashion show from Resource Depot, plus interactive Earth Day activities in the afteroon. Earth Day festivities When: Saturday, April 25, 2026 Where: Loggerhead Marinelife Center, 14200 US-1, Juno Beach, Features: 8:30 a.m. beach cleanup; 11 a.m.: Resource Depot Student Catwalk …
For art aficionados and folks interested in free things to do, the Coral Springs Museum of Art offers free entry every day to browse the exhibits and displays. The venue offers occasional Art@Night happy hour events with activities, exhibits and entertainment. Featured event Art@Night indoor garden party in 2026 is 5:30 p.m. – 7:30 p.m. …
This event not only fosters youth leadership and community engagement, but also will recognize the high-school students who helped organize this day. It will feature fun, learning, and connection. while showcasing local non-profits, emergency services, and a special youth talent show. What: “Day of the Youth” When: Friday, May 1, 2026, from 6:30 to …
It’s a bird! It’s a plane! It’s FREE Comic Book Day! And, this year, comic book fans – in galaxies near and far – are celebrating more than 20 years of the annual giveaway. FREE Comic Book Day is the biggest event in the comic book industry — a single day when participating comic book specialty …
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, entertainment and activities …
The Schmidt Boca Raton History Museum is continuing to waive general admission fees and opening its doors to the public for Free Fun Saturdays on the first weekend of the month, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Families can peruse the exhibits, but also enjoy a fun craft-based activity. General admission at other times is …
The Perez Art Museum Miami (PAMM) is a world-class art museum in a spectacular location in downtown Miami on Biscayne Bay. The museum offers permanent and temporary art exhibits, including exhibits that explore the cultures that make up Miami, including Latin American, Caribbean, African American and more. PAMM is also home to Verde, a modern, …
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. …
Performances, activities and free books are are featured at a Broward Library BookFest for youngsters and their families. The family BookFest event in 2026 is 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Saturday, May 30, and entry is free. Books are distributed while supplies last. It’s at West Regional Library, 8601 W. Broward Blvd., Plantation 33324. Parking …
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