Attractions & Museums

We kick off the month with a long weekend which is always nice and hopefully can also enjoy some cooler weather in September.  Miami Spice continues through Sept. 30 making it the perfect opportunity to enjoy what you may have missed in August while away on vacation or getting the kids settled back into school. …

The Bass Museum of Arts in Miami Beach opened in 1964 and showcases contemporary art in both permanent and temporary exhibits. Are you a resident of Miami Beach? If so, you’re in luck! Miami Beach Residents enjoy free admission to The Bass all year round! Present a valid ID or proof of residence and receive …

The long-running, popular – and free – Jazz at MOCA has been a fixture in the North Miami community and Miami’s music scene for more than two decades. The monthly event presented by the Museum of Contemporary Art North Miami features an exciting lineup of South Florida musicians playing on the last Friday of every …

If you’re looking to soak  in the outdoors in South Florida, Fern Forest in north Broward is a lush oasis for nature walks and occasional free astronomy programs with telescopes. Delight in the scenic setting on your own or register for a guided hike. Most events are free or relatively inexpensive. Entry into the natural …

If you’re free Labor Day, South Florida offers plenty of things to do, including things that are free and some attractions offering discounts. Many parks and natural areas are open. Various attractions are open.  Here are free and relatively inexpensive things to do on September 1, which is Labor Day, and a few splurges.  Water …

Nab a free game at Puttshack, which is opening at Dania Pointe plaza in Dania Beach.  Puttshack is an indoor venue that features a nightclub vibe with high-tech mini golf, where the golf balls keep track of your points.    It opens August 27, 2025, and offers an opportunity to earn free games, including a …

If you haven’t been to Manatee Lagoon in a while, here’s the perfect time to visit. This information has been updated for 2025. 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.  Recurring events Manatee Rescue Adventure When: Saturdays and …

Water Taxi on The Intracoastal Waterway runs scenic routes in Fort Lauderdale & Pompano Beach, and an express route from Fort Lauderdale to Hollywood. Information about Water Taxi and purchasing tickets is at 954-467-6677 or online. Discount opportunities are offered.  Water Taxi routes in Fort Lauderdale Some use the yellow vessels to travel from place …

If you like playing tourist in your hometown or if you are an actual tourist, nab a fabulous opportunity for 2-for-1 deals at attractions in Broward. Broward Attractions and Museums Month or BAMM, is in September and several popular venues are participating. BAMM also promotes attractions and museums that are free whenever you go.  The …

If you love buying fresh fruit at a grower’s market, like banana, avocado, guava, dragon fruit or soursop, these are only a few of the native and exotic specialties you’ll find at Fruit & Spice Park this month in Homestead. Open: Daily, from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. August deal: If you visit the garden …

Deals and occasional extra events are offered at Old Davie School, an interesting historical attraction with an authentic old schoolhouse and a replica of a Florida pioneer home. Some events offer free or discounted entry.     Featured Event Summerween is 11 a.m. – 2 p.m. Saturday August 23 with a discounted entry fee of …