Entertainment

Here’s our list of the top free events, discounts and deals to have fun in Miami-Dade, Broward and Palm Beach counties this week.

Channel the inner musician  you’ve always wanted to be on Friday nights during the free Friday Night Drum Jam from 7-9 p.m. at the South Florida Center for Percussive Arts, 12770 SW 125 Ave., Ste. 101, Miami, FL. This event is for all ages and abilities. Each Friday evening guests can try many different percussion instruments including …

Entry is free for Pioneer Days with a parade, live bands and other festivities. The events activities for kids and artisan vendors. Pioneer Days in 2026 are 10 a.m. to 10 p.m. Saturday, February 14, and 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Sunday, February 15, at the Beach Parking Lot, 149 SE 21st Avenue. Parking fees …

Interactive projects for kids and live performances by students from local schools are featured at Celebrate the Arts Day in Weston. The free festival will include performances by school bands, choruses and drama troupes, interactive booths for craft activities and a 28-foot graffiti wall. There will also be tattoo and balloon art, plus lawn games. …

Tamarac is proudly representing its diversity with a festival that features performances and exhibits reflecting people from different nations and backgrounds. One Tamarac Multicultural Festival offers food trucks, exhibits and kids’ zone, plus cultural performances from many of the city’s diverse groups. Headline performer is Kevin Lyttle, a Vincentian soca singer now based in Miami. …

Hollywood Pride is hosting a street festival in downtown Hollywood. The event in 2026 is 1 p.m. to 10 p.m. Saturday, January 24, at ArtsPark in Young Circle. Entry is free. My Hollywood Pride includes: food vendors youth zone art exhibits entertainment The event emphasizes Hollywood’s pride and respect for LGBTQ residents and other residents …

For frugal entertainment, Weston offers occasional outdoor movies that are free.  Outdoor films in 2026 include 7:30 p.m. January 24 “Superman”  8 p.m. March 6 “Smurfs”  Weather occasionally postpones plans for outdoor activities, so it’s wise to verify events are still scheduled before you go. For information, 954-389-4321 or refer to the Weston website. Other …

The Pinecrest Gardens Art & Design Fair will feature the work of dozens of artists, in all types of mediums, on Jan. 24-25, 2026. The two-day event, set for 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., traditionally has always offered a great selection of food, live music and activities for the entire family. Admission is $5 for …

The Actors’ Playhouse in Coral Gables presents plays and musicals for both adults and children. These deals and discounts at the Actors’ Playhouse make it so that most anyone can go see a show. 2026 SEASON DEALS 50% off Lunch Break Deal Theatergoers can stop by the box office on performance days between noon and …

Jazz pros and student artists participate in Jazz Jams in Fort Lauderdale, and the jams are free to attend for spectators.  The events are at ArtServe, 1350 E. Sunrise Blvd., Fort Lauderdale. Parking is free. In 2026, Jazz Jams are 7:30 p.m. to 9:30 p.m. first Fridays January to June for a delightful event that’s great …

Food demonstrations for kids and families, live entertainment and food trucks are featured at Picnic in the Park at Las Olas Oceanside Park in Fort Lauderdale. Picnic in the Park in 2026 is 12 p.m. to 4 p.m. Sunday, January 25, and entry is free. Artisan vendors are included at the event, which also includes …