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This year’s edition the 27th annual Carnaval on the Mile, a free art and music festival in Coral Gables, is Saturday and Sunday, March 7 and 8, 2026, from 10 a.m. to 10 p.m. both days. Located on the famous Miracle Mile, the weekend festival features live music throughout the day, a variety of food …
The Calle Ocho Music Festival is back to light up Little Havana with music, international food vendors and so much more! Billed as the world’s largest Latino music festival, the event is set for 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. Sunday, March 15, 2026, and is free and open to the public. The annual event takes …
What can you do for fun this weekend without spending a lot of money? Here are our top picks for free and cheap things to do in Miami, Fort Lauderdale, West Palm Beach and throughout South Florida!
Orange Blossom Festival offers vendors, live bands and things to do for kids in Davie. A parade and a petting farm are included in the events. The Orange Blossom Festival in 2026 is Friday, February 27, Saturday, February 28, and Sunday, March 1, and entry to most events is free. Free Festival at Bamford Park …
For a fresh approach to navigating sights and shopping in Fort Lauderdale, step aboard a free water trolley. The LauderGO Water Trolley ferries guests along a river route to an assortment of points along the New River, all for free. The Water Trolley service is separate from Water Taxi vessels. Fees apply for Water Taxi. …
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 …
The Museum of Contemporary Art in North Miami is the place to check out groundbreaking and thought-provoking exhibitions and catch live jazz acts on the last Friday of the month during the free Jazz at MOCA. However, it’s also where to go for other free and cheap events. Here is the February lineup: Saturday, Feb. 7 …
It’s that time again. Time to figure out how much money you made, where it all went and hopefully you’ll discover that the annual income tax bite out of your wallet isn’t so bad after all. Tax Day is Wednesday, April 15, 2026 but if you’re expecting a refund, you can file early. If you need …
Fix flat tires, adjust brakes and do other simple repairs on your bike at DIY repair stations at 7 parks in Weston. The fixit bike repair stations, which are free to access, include an air pump, select tools and a place to suspend the bike so the wheels spin freely. A QR label leads smart phone …
Lake Theatre Revival Series will celebrate Black History Month with a special screening of “The Wiz,” the 1978 musical classic. The Wiz: A FLAVAR Film Event When: Friday, Feb. 6, 2026, from 6 to 8:30 p.m. Where: Cultural Council for Palm Beach County HQ, 601 Lake Ave., Lake Worth Beach Cost: Free admission — RSVP required …
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 …
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