Get in Gear free monthly bike ride in North Miami
Want to try a community bike ride? Then you might want to look into the City of North Miami's monthly Get in Gear event. The free rides take place once...
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Ideas for free & inexpensive dates in Broward
If you appreciate frugal excursions, plenty of entertaining events, attractions and interesting activities in Broward are ideal for a delightful date. Some are free, others are relatively inexpensive. Make the...
TY Park in Hollywood offers walking, jogging and bike paths with lake and oak trees
Topeekeegee-Yugnee Park in Hollywood - or TY Park, as it's known - is popular for a variety of outdoor activities. South Floridians love it because it's a great venue for...
Waterpark at T.Y. Park in Hollywood offers a deal
The waterpark at T.Y. Park in Hollywood, Castaway Island, offers opportunities for discounts and occasional extra events. Water playground and pool at T.Y. Park The waterpark at T.Y. Park includes...
Riverwalk is delightful for waterfront walks, photo ops & festivals
Fort Lauderdale Riverwalk offers a delightful stretch along the New River for sightseeing, photography and romantic walks. Riverwalk runs along the river from about Southwest Fifth Street east toward Federal...
Free bike trails also good for walking in Palm Beach
Weather update, check; pumped up tires, check; water and energy bar, check. Then, put on your bike shorts, grab your wheels and helmet and go explore and discover something new...
Free DIY bike repair equipment in Weston
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...
Nature hikes, guided tours at Deering Estate in South Dade
Deering Estate is part of the Biscayne Bay IBA (Important Bird Area) and Great Florida Birding and Wildlife Trail, a 2,000-mile, self-guided trail traversing 500 sites located throughout Florida and...
Water safety: free swimming lessons at YMCAs in Broward
YMCA South Florida organizations offer free swim lessons for water safety. The lessons are for kids, teens and adults. Free lessons in 2026 are March 16 to March 20, and...
Explore aquatic life at Sandoway Discovery Center in Delray
Have you ever fed a shark or a stingray? Wouldn't it be great if there were a place you could take the kids that would be educational and fun for...
Free birding field trips with the Tropical Audubon Society
The Tropical Audubon Society offers free birding field trips and other events for those who want to learn more about South Florida's feathered friends (and our real snowbirds that pass...
Monthly Coral Gables bike tour is fun and educational
If you're looking for something fun and educational to do outdoors, consider a bicycle tour through "The City Beautiful," Coral Gables. The third Sunday of each month, The City of Coral...
Free national park pass for 4th-graders & their families
Got a 4th-grade student in the house? If so, thanks to the Every Kid Outdoors initiative, that fourth-grader - plus everyone else in the family - can get into any U.S....
Broward County Parks Passports can save on parking
On weekends and holidays, some Broward regional parks charge a $3 fee per vehicle to enter. For those who visit county parks regularly on weekends, the Annual Parks Passport may...
Free surf and paddleboard lessons in Deerfield Beach
Island Water Sports in Deerfield Beach offers free surf and stand-up paddleboard lessons Saturdays at 7 a.m. The two-hour lessons are for ages 5 and older, weather permitting. The number...
Guided nature walks, animal encounters and more at Riverbend Park, Jupiter
Walking in nature has been shown to have a wide range of health benefits, both physical and mental. Experts say it can not only help reduce stress, but it also...
Free days at national parks, plus free & discount passes for life
The treasures of our national parks have a lot to offer, including hiking, biking, boating, canoeing, hunting, fishing, wildlife photography, birding, plus exploring native flora and fauna, and hopefully also...
BOGO admission in August to Fruit & Spice Park, Miami
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...
Discount vouchers for swimming lessons in Broward
Residents of Broward are eligible to nab a vouchers for discounts on swimming instruction for kids, teens and adults. The vouchers are valued at $55 to $200 for lessons at...
Sensory Saturday, monthly at Manatee Lagoon, Riviera Beach
On the third weekend of each month, Manatee Lagoon hosts Sensory Saturdays for family members who prefer an inclusive experience with softer lighting, less noise, and still a lot of...
Biking & walking in Boca Raton
Whether you're a walker or a biker, the City of Boca Raton has your back. Did you know there is an extensive network with 84 miles of bike lanes, shared...
Hollywood Broadwalk is a lovely oceanfront promenade
Delightful outdoor spaces are part of the appeal of South Florida. For walking, biking & rollerblading, lots of folks love Hollywood Beach Broadwalk. The Broadwalk features Hollywood Bandshell offering free...
Deerfield Beach Arboretum offers free entry
For an easy nature excursion, the Deerfield Beach Arboretum features about 200 trees from different parts of the world. The nickname for the venue is "Tree Zoo." Entry is free....
Bike event in Weston offers helmet fittings & free helmets
For youngsters and others who enjoy tooling around on wheels, lots of recreation departments in Broward offer events that focus on information about bikes and bicycle safety. Some include bike...
Football Specials: Game Day Deals in South Florida
Score football specials on game day at these South Florida restaurants. From bottle and draft specials to wing and pizza deals, you'll be cheering for your favorite team while saving...
Free & inexpensive fitness programs in Sunrise
The City of Sunrise offers various opportunities for people of all ages and abilities to enjoy free or inexpensive athletic and fitness activities. On the last Friday of each month...
Free or discount museum entry with SNAP card
Museums are a great place to take kids for a variety of reasons. They not only provide educational opportunities, but they also spark creativity, and promote family bonding. Plus, they...
Paddleboats & other watercraft rentals at Broward parks
Parks in South Florida offer watercraft rentals for folks who adore an excursion on the water. Watercraft for rent include stand-up paddleboards, kayaks, paddleboats & others. Prior to venturing out,...
Where to find free beach parking in Palm Beach County
Free beach parking might seem like a dream in Miami-Dade and Broward counties, but plenty of spaces can be found along Palm Beach County’s 37 miles of coastline. The...
Free & cheap exhibits, activities at Four Arts cultural center, Palm Beach
While the Society of the Four Arts hosts a seasonal menu of performance and creative programs, fall through spring, it is also packed with free, fun and cheap things for...
Broward fitness classes, yoga and events
Here’s a calendar of fitness classes and events in and around Broward County. Some are free and some charge a fee. Some cities also offer free or inexpensive exercise programs....
Pondhawk Natural Area is an urban oasis in Boca Raton with free entry & book walk
Pondhawk Natural Area is among the delightful areas of wilderness within the urban and suburban fabric of South Florida. It's open to the public for free. It includes wetlands and...
Miami-Dade fitness classes, yoga and events calendar
Here's a calendar of fitness classes and events in and around Miami. Some are free and some charge a fee. You can also add your own fitness events to this...
Coral Springs offers free and inexpensive exercise programs for seniors
Coral Springs residents who are over age 55 can choose from a variety of physical activities that are challenging and fun. The senior programs offered at the Coral Springs Senior...
Pinball fun: Silverball Retro Arcade in Delray Beach offers deals
If you're a fan of pinball and arcade games, Silverball Retro Arcade in Delray is on point. It's described as an interactive museum featuring oodles of games, including games dating...
Bowling deals in Broward
For a frugal spin on bowling with friends, browse deals and discounts offered in Broward. With these 2023 deals, it's wise to phone first to be sure the offer is...
Where to see sea turtles and their babies
Female sea turtles like the South Florida shoreline for laying eggs. They waddle out from the waves in the darkness onto the beach, deposit dozens of eggs into a sand...
Florida Free Fishing Days
Are you fishing for some family fun? Florida offers several free fishing days, when anglers of all ages are allowed to fish on public bodies of water without a license....
Free & cheap dog-friendly parks in Miami-Dade
If you're looking for dog-friendly parks, Miami-Dade County is filled with them. There are at least 27 free and cheap parks you and your dog can enjoy together. There are...
'Library to Go': Book vending machine in Palm Beach
While similar items have been available in some schools the past few years, this is the first time a Book Vending Machine, from the Palm Beach County Library System, has...
BCycle bike rentals in Fort Lauderdale
For errands, sightseeing or scooting around for fun, a network of self-serve bike pickup and dropoff stations are available in Fort Lauderdale. Bike-share bikes are intended for relatively brief point-to-point...
Free and cheap EcoAdventures at Miami parks
When evenings are little cooler, many folks like to spend more time outdoors, in nature. And if you are the eco-adventurous type who enjoys daytime birdwatching, owl walks and nature...
