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Best free and cheap things to do in May in Miami-Dade

The arrival of May means we’re almost halfway through the year and summer is coming soon. There’s also a long weekend with Memorial Day Weekend toward the end of month. Here are some fun and free things to do around Miami throughout the month of May! Click on the links in the headlines for full …

Free outdoor New World Symphony concerts 2025-2026

Pack a picnic, bring a beach chair, and head to New World Symphony for a free WALLCAST Concert. Thanks to a soaring, 7,000-square-foot-projection wall and surround sound speakers, you’ll be immersed in a live symphonic performance beneath the palm trees and bougainvillea You’re invited, free of charge, to enjoy the sights and sounds of the …

Subway introduces first-ever Fresh Value Menu with 15 entrées under $5

All aboard, hungry bargain hunters! Starting April 28, 2026, Subway is setting a new standard for savings with the introduction of its first-ever value menu featuring 15 entrées under $5 — Fresh Value Menu. Available nationwide at participating locations, the new value menu offers customers quality, variety, convenience and satisfying portions at an unmatched price.  …

Free admission to 561 Music Festival, West Palm Beach, May 2

561 Music Fest

This year’s 561 Music Festival once again promises nonstop music flowing, as well as dozens of beers on tap and food trucks and art vendors on site; prices vary. FREE admission gets you 30 bands on 3 stages. No tickets required. This festival is completely free to attend for all ages and is open to …

$10 Friday: ‘Art After Dark’ at Norton Museum, West Palm Beach

Each week, after regular hours, the Norton Museum of Art presents a new experience, with an eclectic mix of live performances, film screenings, workshops, tours, and more, called Art After Dark. Every Friday there’s something new to do and see, plus a showcase of up-and-coming and established performers. In essence, this after-hours weekly discounted event …

Celebrate Cinco de Mayo in Palm Beach County

Cinco de Mayo

Whether you’re in the mood for soft tacos or the crunchy kind, there’s going to be a lot salsa, guac and fiesta music to help celebrate Cinco de Mayo at multiple locations in Palm Beach County. El Camino will once again celebrate Cinco de Mayo at all of its Palm Beach County locations by hosting …

Free Comic Book Day specials on May 2

free comic book day

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 …

International Jazz Day Concert at Lake Worth Library, April 30

Attention instrumentalists, vocalists, and jazz lovers of all ages, here’s your chance to join Neil Bacher and Friends as they bring the rhythms of jazz to life at the Library! Whether you’re a seasoned musician or simply love great live music, all are welcome to be part of this vibrant community event. Jazz Jam Sessions When: …

Putt Putt deals in Pembroke Pines

For a sporty date night or family excursion, perhaps putt putt golf is ideal for your agenda. AllGolf in Pembroke Pines features different 18-hole play areas, and a few deals to stretch your dollars. Here are the regular fees for  miniature golf $13 Mondays – Fridays for 18 holes, $15 for 36 holes  $14 Saturdays …

Water playground at Quiet Waters Park in Deerfield offers discount opportunity

Pull out your favorite swimwear. The water playground at Quiet Waters Park offers occasional extra events and opportunities for discounts. Splash Adventure is an interactive shallow water playground with slides and spritzy features. Quiet Waters Park, 954-357-5100, is at 401 S. Powerline Road, Deerfield Beach 33442.  Water playground fees & discounts Splash Adventure is inside …

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