Free summer fun & deals for kids & families in Broward

When kids are out of school on summer break, parents in South Florida appreciate ideas for fun things to do. Especially, if those activities are free. Inexpensive. Or offered at an appealing discount.

We’re pleased to offer some nifty suggestions.

Top Picks

Funtastic Fridays are free family-friendly events 5 p.m. to 8 p.m. most Fridays at ArtsPark in Hollywood, featuring entertainment and activities such as a bounce house, face painting and games, free
Free family-friendly movies in Hollywood most Fridays, free
Free family-friendly films in Pembroke Pines Saturdays during Summer
Register for Kids Bowl Free programs
Free kids’ films at Paragon theater in Davie
Davie theater offers summer kids’ movies for $1, or $5 for 10 movies June 11 to August 16
$1 kid flicks this summer at Regal theaters in South Florida June 5 to August 15
Weekday Movie deals in West Broward
Waterparks & water playgrounds in Broward
Kids eat free & other kids’ restaurant deals
Tri-Rail in South Florida offers $5 all-day fares on weekends, free for kids ages 4 and younger
Kids ride free deal on Brightline railway & other deals valid to August 31
Open-air bandshell on Hollywood beach offers free music performances usually Wednesdays to Sundays
Broward parks offer playgrounds, nature hikes, nature exhibits, bike paths, boat rentals, basketball courts, water parks and other amenities. Browse the website for events, activities and features that interest your family
Broward libraries. In addition to access to free movies, video games and books, library branches offer a wealth of free activities and entertainment, such as dance parties, art projects and Lego fun. Noteworthy features include online access to books and movies, Broward Library offers play area for pre-schoolers and and free use of high-tech equipment in Creation Station. Read about Broward libraries on the website

Free Things To Do Outdoors

Funtastic Fridays are free family-friendly events 5 p.m. to 8 p.m. most Fridays at ArtsPark in Hollywood, featuring entertainment and activities such as a bounce house, face painting and games.
Watch glass-blowing experts work in Hollywood
Free family-friendly movies in Hollywood most Fridays
Free family-friendly outdoor films at Village Design, 600 Breakers Ave., Fort Lauderdale 33304 most Fridays. Wine, popcorn & refreshments for sale. 305-717-8403
Broward parks offer playgrounds, nature hikes, nature exhibits, bike paths, boat rentals, basketball courts, water parks and other amenities. Browse the website for events, activities and features that interest your family. Broward Parks and nature centers are typically free on week days, and some are also free on weekends. For those with fees, the weekend and holiday price is $1.50 for guests ages 6 and older. Some activities and amenities are free, others, such as waterparks, involve in an extra fee.
Farm tours with barnyard animals at Tradewinds Park weekends, weather permitting, $3 (not including weekend park entry fees, which are $1.50 for ages 6 and older)
Free dive-in movie in Pompano August 10
Fun for youngsters at Splash Pad in Wilton Manors

Free Things To Do Indoors

Register for Kids Bowl Free programs
Free kids’ films at Paragon theater in Davie
Free family-friendly films in Pembroke Pines Saturdays during Summer
Broward Library offers play area for pre-schoolers
Plantation Historical Museum always free entry
Free entry to ArtServe art gallery in Fort Lauderdale
Free entry to BaCA or Bailey Contemporary Arts gallery, 41 NE 1st St., Pompano Beach 33060, 954-284-0141, 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Tuesdays to Fridays and 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturdays, website
Free entry to gallery at Miramar Culture Center, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Tuesdays to Fridays and first and third Saturdays, 954-602-4500
Free entry to Sunrise Art Gallery, 10610 W. Oakland Park Blvd., Sunrise 33351, 954-747-4646, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Tuesdays, Fridays and Saturdays and 12 p.m. to 7 p.m. Wednesdays and Thursdays
Free entry to gallery at Miramar Culture Center, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Tuesdays to Fridays and first and third Saturdays, 954-602-4500
Free day at Art & Culture Center of Hollywood most third Sundays, free
Broward libraries show free movies occasionally at library branches, loan DVDs and offer access to free movies online. Information is on the Broward Library website
Broward libraries. In addition to access to free movies, video games and books, library branches offer a wealth of free activities and entertainment, such as dance parties, art projects and Lego fun. Noteworthy features include online access to books and movies and Creation Station. Read about Broward libraries on the website.
Kids build free LEGO project at LEGO stores in Sunrise & Aventura first Tuesdays and Wednesdays of the month