Free Weekend Events in Broward & Miami-Dade

ArtLit is a free annual community celebration of art and literature for all ages.

Take part in hands-on cultural, creative and artistic interactive experiences along with this year’s NEA Big Read book selection, To Live by Yu Hua, and Director’s Book Club January 2025 selection, Lady Tan’s Circle of Women by Lisa See.

Enjoy live music and dance performances, Chinese crafts and games, food trucks, giveaways, vendors, photo ops, book discussions and more, including free face painting, a puppetry activity and other activities just for kids. Admission, parking and all ArtLit 2025 activities are free, but registration is requested. Please check out our event Web site at artlit.broward.org for details and to register. Please call 954-201-2601 for more information. #ArtLit2025

Celebrate National Love Your Pet Day with a splash of ’60s fun at the Fifth Annual Fur the Love Pet Fest on Saturday, Feb. 15. This year is all about retro vibes with nostalgic music, classic beach games, local pet and people vendors and pet-friendly activities that earned the much-anticipated event Silver in Fort Lauderdale Magazine’s 2024 Readers Poll.

Once again hosted by the dynamic mom and pup duo behind the award-winning Instagram @TourwithTeddy and blog “Living A Fairytail,” guests can expect a far-out day filled with excitement and memorable moments. Profits from the event will benefit upcoming pet-friendly experiences at The LOOP in 2025.

Pack a beach blanket, sunscreen and the best retro beach threads for an outta-sight time. Whether it’s bell bottoms or a polka dot bikini, hip guests can come dressed in style and ready to strut their stuff with their funky fur friend by their side.

Admission is free, with pre-registered children under 18 and pets receiving an FTLBeach keepsake beach ball, which supplies last. VIP tickets are also available for $10, which includes admission, one (1) Wristband for Good Times Roll Photo Bus, (1) Beach Blanket Bingo Card for Prizes from Select Vendors and (3) Raffle Tickets and Entry for a Grand Prize Package.

Stellar activities include:
· Beach Bash Relays: Dive into the fun with classic beach games like frisbee toss, hula hoop and limbo—perfect for pets and parents to enjoy together.
· Groovy Music: Twist and shout to the greatest hits of the 60s, grooving to nostalgic rhythms that bring the era’s spirit alive.
· Beachcomber’s Bazaar Vendor Village: Explore the vendor village where local businesses offer everything from pet products and retro gear to delicious treats. It’s a shopper’s paradise with a nostalgic twist.
· Snap Stations: Capture the retro beach day at themed photo stations. Pose for timeless pictures in the “Good Times VW Photo Bus” or make a splash in the “Surfer 360 Photo Booth.” Located throughout the park, these snap stations are go-to spots for memorable photos.
· Snack Shack: Refresh and refuel at Snack Shack cabanas, where a variety of food and drinks await. Whether guests crave something savory or sweet or need a cool beverage, the cabanas are a beachside retreat for tasty treats and relaxation.
· Beach Blanket Bingo: The optional Beach Blanket Bingo Card adds an extra layer of fun. Available for $10 on-site or in advance as part of a VIP package, it’s a creative twist on the classic game. Visit vendors to collect stamps, complete your card and register for exciting prizes.

MODS Sensory Friendly Sundays provide a sensory sensitive environment for Individuals on the Autism Spectrum. The museum is open an hour early for exploration and activities followed by an IMAX film at 12:30 p.m.

To provide a more sensory-sensitive environment for individuals on the autism spectrum, the theater lights will be turned up and the sound will be lowered. All films will be presented in 2D and no trailers will be shown before the movie. Audience members are welcome to get up, sing, walk, dance and shout without worrying about complaints. Families can bring snacks from home, blankets and other small items to make themselves comfortable.

Throughout the Museum, children can participate in a variety of sensory-based activities. They can engage in social interactions and improve their processing, modulation and regulation of sensory input to increase their participation in a natural environment.

Don’t miss this special opportunity to experience South Florida’s award-winning attraction featuring 150,000 square feet of dynamic science exhibits, an outdoor science park, a live animal collection, a rotating schedule of science shows, learning labs, café, store and a grand atrium featuring the Great Gravity Clock, a 52-foot-tall kinetic energy sculpture; the largest clock in Florida. The showpiece of the museum since 1993, this unique timepiece is one of only three in the world.

Sensory Friendly Sundays are sponsored by Fifth Third Bank and ABA Centers of Florida.

Free for both members and non-members. To register, please visit mods.org/sensorysunday.

For more information, visit mods.org or call (954) 467-MODS (6637). Like us and follow us on social media at Facebook: facebook.com/modsftl, Twitter: twitter.com/modsftl and Instagram: instagram.com/modsftl.

Join us Saturday, March 8th from 9am to 3pm at Tree Tops Park! Water Matters Day brings interactive educational booths and displays, a tree giveaway for Broward residents, Mini BioBlitz, compost giveaway, food trucks, children’s activities and more. Our schedule of events features award ceremonies for Broward County’s Emerald Awards and Broward County Public Schools’ WMD Student Contests, as well as expert mini-talks from UF/IFAS Broward, National Wildlife Federation, Filthy Organics, and BCPS-STEM.
We expect over 50 educational exhibits and booths helping residents and visitors learn about water conservation techniques, smart irrigation, native landscaping, and what role they play in protecting and conserving our water supplies.

NSU Art Museum Fort Lauderdale has launched Sensory Saturdays, a new sensory-friendly program FREE for children on the Autism Spectrum ages 6-17 and their families.
Experience NSU Art Museum from 9:30 – 10:30 am on the second Saturday of September, November, January and March, before regular museum hours for a sensory-friendly environment and free museum access. Join us in making art in workspaces and wandering through galleries that have been adjusted for low lighting and reduced sound. Sensory-friendly materials will be available for all visiting children on the spectrum, including noise-canceling headphones, weighted lap pads, soft seating, sensory-friendly art materials and a special gift for each child.
Registration opens one month prior to each date.
Admission to Sensory Saturdays is FREE with a required RSVP. Space is limited.
Registered families are requested to alert the museum of cancellations in advance. Please only register your own family. If you or someone you know needs assistance registering, please call 954-262-0204 or email education1@nova.edu

The 3rd Annual Health Channel Women’s Health Fair is coming to Broward County for a day of empowerment, education, and wellness! This FREE event provides an opportunity for women of all ages to take charge of their health with access to local health resources, interactive exhibits, and engaging wellness activities.
🔹 Explore 30 booths with local health experts and services
🔹 Attend inspiring health seminars on topics like weight loss medications, sexual health, and heart health
🔹 Join yoga and fitness sessions – dress comfortably!
🔹 Enjoy giveaways, door prizes, and a fun-filled experience!
🎁 Bonus: The first 100 women to RSVP and attend will receive a Health Channel goodie bag filled with health essentials!
📅 Date: Saturday, March 15, 2025
📍 Location: Miramar Cultural Center (2400 Civic Center Pl, Miramar, FL 33025)
⏰ Time: 11:00 AM – 2:00 PM

Don’t miss this exciting opportunity to prioritize your health and well-being while connecting with your community!

“Bach to the Future,” presented by the Master Chorale of South Florida, is an exciting musical storytime for kids and families to bond over music, and for young minds to explore the rich world of classical compositions in a fun, accessible way. This interactive event brings timeless music to life through engaging performances, lively storytelling, and audience participation. Children will explore the fascinating world of composers and music, beginning with the works of Bach and continuing through contemporary compositions. They will hear live samples, get up close with various instruments, and enjoy a fun introduction to choral singing. Additionally, they will learn how different choral voice types work together to create harmony. This Free Family Concert, made possible by our community partners, requires registration.