South Florida Free New Years Eve Celebrations

There are several frugal and free New Years Eve celebrations and fireworks events going on in South Florida, so find an event near you and go have some free and frugal fun with your family and friends.

Happy New Year South Florida!

Broward County New Years Eve Celebrations

Event: First Night, Delray Beach, FL

When: Saturday, December 31st 4 PM - midnight

Cost: $10 Per Person - Pre Paid Ticket ($15 Per Person Dec. 31st)

Location: Downtown Delray Beach, FL

Event Details:  Food, fun, activities, music and fireworks for the entire family.

Contact Info:  (561) 279-1380 X17

Event Website: First Night Delray Beach

Event: Downtown Countdown, Fort Lauderdale, FL

When: Saturday, December 31st 7 PM - January 1st, 2012

Cost: FREE

Location: S.W. 2nd Street between S.W. 2nd and S.W. 5th Avenues, Fort Lauderdale, FL

Event Details:  Activities for the whole family from 4:00 to 8:00 p.m.
New Year's Eve celebration for the whole family! Musical entertainment, kids games and activities, kids countdown and ball lighting at 7 PM, Midnight countdown and ball drop.
Contact Info:  954-828-5363

Event Website: http://www.lasolasboulevard.com/events.htm

December Free Events In South Florida: Broward Frugal Family Fun

I have gotten a late start on my free events in South Florida posts this month, but here it is. Below you can see some of my favorite free events and free activities in Broward county.




The best places to start looking for free events is at your city website's calendar of events and at your local newspaper.

Free Events in Broward, Florida December 2011

Sunday December 4th


Event: Old Davie Christmas, Davie, FL

When: Saturday, December 4th Noon - 3 PM

Cost: FREE

Location: Old Davie Historical Museum, 6650 Griffin Road, Davie, FL.

Event Details: Kids will have the opportunity to visit with Santa, go for pony rides, enjoy a petting zoo, have a tasty lunch, play old-fashioned games, and more.

Contact info: 954-797-1044.

Event Website: Old Davie Christmas

Event: Hanukkah Festival, Fort Lauderdale

When: Saturday, December 4th 10AM - 5PM

Cost: FREE

Location: Fort Lauderdale Stadium Festival SiteL 5501 NW 12th Avenue, Ft. Lauderdale FL 33309

Event Details: Musical entertainment, craft and gift vendors, kids activities, food and beverages. Lots of fun for the whole family!

Contact info: 954-522-8772

Event Website: http://ci.ftlaud.fl.us/calendar/calendar.asp
http://hanukkahfestival.org/ 
  

Event: Suntrust Sunday Jazz Brunch, Fort Lauderdale

When: Sunday, December 4th 11 AM - 2PM

Cost: FREE 

Location: Riverwalk, Downtown Fort Lauderdale

Event Details: SunTrust Sunday Jazz Brunch is an ideal way to relax and enjoy Fort Lauderdale’s scenic Riverwalk. This free, live, outdoor concert series brings the area’s best local jazz artists. Listen to the soulful sounds on four different stages on the first Sunday of each month from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Everyone is welcome to attend, including well-behaved, leashed pets. There is plenty of room to set up chairs, blankets and picnic baskets to experience the fabulous entertainment. Patrons can also stroll along the historic brick-lined walkway to enjoy live music while browsing items from local merchants and enjoying food from area restaurants. 

Contact info: 954-828 - 5363      

Event Website: http://www.fortlauderdale.gov/events/jazzbrunch/jazzbrunch.htm

Monday December 5th

Event: Family Movie Night, Fort Lauderdale

When: Monday, December 5th, 2011 6 - 9 PM

Cost: FREE

Location: Franklin Park, 2501 Franklin Drive, Fort Lauderdale

Event Details: Enjoy a family movie with your kids or grandkids.

Contact Info: 954-791-1037

Event Website: 

Food Tours in Miami

When it comes to eating and drinking at Miami best restaurants taking one of the Miami food tours offered by a small local company run by passionate foodies is a great choice to get to know the neighborhood through food. 

The company's most popular tour is the South Beach Food Tour, which takes foodies on a three hour walking tour of the Art Deco district while stopping at some of the best restaurants in Miami Beach. Not only is food served at the SOBE tour, but participants also get to learn the historical facts of Miami. 

Stops include a visit to a cigar factory where attendees can watch and learn how a Cuban cigar is made by the famous cigar roller named Jose, who has been rolling Cuban-style cigars for almost 30 years.  The tour also includes various stops on Ocean drive, the most visited street on South Beach, and it teaches people about the stories behind the Versace mansion, the hotel Victor, the Essex House and the famous Congress hotel. 

Participants also get to learn the basics of Art Deco architectural while various stops to savor the local cuisine at off-the-beaten path small eateries and restaurants that even locals might not know. Drinks are served on the tour as well, and these are drinks that most people have never tried before such as Colombian refajo and Peruvian pisco sour. 

The South Beach Food Tour is a great attraction in Miami at a very reasonable price so that everyone can enjoy a taste of the South Florida life. 

GrubHub Giveaway - An Easy Way Of Ordering Food Online Miami

I recently discovered GrubHub a new way of ordering food online in Miami and South Florida, and a few weeks ago my family tried ordering dinner from a local South Florida restaurant with GrubHub.

GrubHub is a great concept, where you can order online from local restaurants or order through  your smartphone, and I am very impressed with the ease of ordering. GrubHub is operating in the top 18 metro markets including Miami, and besides ordering food online, you can also use the service to compare menu prices, read reviews and find unique restaurant coupon offers.  

GrubHub has made ordering food online in Miami  quick, simple and easy. At GrubHub all you need to do is enter your address or choose your city, and GrubHub will show you which participating restaurants are near you. Although I am in an urban area of South Florida, I am not downtown Miami or at Miami beach where all the restaurants are, but I still had six different restaurants to order from including my family's favorite smoothie place/cafe and a local Mexican restaurant. GrubHub definitely makes ordering food online in Miami and South Florida easier for both local restaurants and customers.

November Free Events In South Florida: Broward Frugal Family Fun

The stormy days will soon be over, and it is time to take the kids outdoors and enjoy everything that South Florida has to offer. There are lots of free events in South Florida, and if you look around in your local community you will likely find plenty of frugal family fun activities. Below you can see some of my favorite free events and free activities in Broward county.


The best places to start looking for free events is at your city website's calendar of events and at your local newspaper.

Free Events in Broward, Florida November 2011

Saturday November 5th

Event: Cultural Festival, Sunrise

When: Saturday, November 5th, 2011 1 - 8PM

Cost: FREE

Location: 6700 Sunset Strip, Sunrise, FL

Event Details: Celebrate diversity at the annual Cultural Festival in Sunrise, FL. Children's activities, ethnic dances, parade, reggae and afro musik.
Performance Schedule:
1:00 p.m. Flag Ceremony
1:30 p.m. Piper High School Marching Band
2:15 p.m. Junkanoo Parade
3:15 p.m. Hawaiian Hula Dancing (Ohana Arts)
4:15 p.m. Indian Classical Music & Dance (Assoc. of Performing Arts of India)
5:00 p.m. Junkanoo Parade
5:45 p.m. Willie Stewart & Friends (Reggae)
7:00 p.m. Palo! (Afro-Cuban Funk)

Contact Info:  954-747-4600

Event Website: Sunrise Cultural Festival

Free Halloween Events in South Florida

There are lots of free Halloween events in South Florida in the coming week, so make sure to take your kids out for some free and frugal fun. 

Below you will find a list of free Halloween events in Broward, Miami and Palm Beach counties.

You can find an update on the Free Halloween Events in South Florida 2013 at our sister site Frugality Is Free. 

Free Halloween Events in South Florida 2011

Tuesday October 25th

Event: Not So Scary Halloween Show, Gulfstream Park (Hallandale, FL)

When: Tuesday, October 25th, 2011 11 a.m.-Noon.

Cost: FREE

Location: The Village at Gulfstream Park
501 S. Federal Hwy.
Hallandale Beach, FL

Event Details:
The Village at Gulfstream Park's weekly Kids Club will be presenting everyone's favorite clown, Ooopsy, and the Not So Scary Halloween Show.

Contact Info:  954-378-0900

Event website: http://www.thevillageatgulfstreampark.com


Wednesday October 26th

Event: Trick Or Treat Costume Parade, Oakland Park, FL

When: Wednesday, October 26th, 2011 10 AM

Cost: FREE

Location: Oakland Park Library, 1298 NE 37^th St., Oakland Park, FL

Event Details: Children of all ages are invited.

Contact Info:  954-630-4372. 

Event: Halloween Play and Party for Preschoolers, West Palm Beach, FL

When: Wednesday, October 26th, 2011 11 AM - NOON

Cost: FREE

Location: West Palm Beach Public Library, 411 Clematis St., West Palm Beach.

Event Details: See the play Goldilocks and The Haunted House at the library for a not-so-spooky original , Halloween play designed for preschoolers. Dress in costume to get into spirit.

Contact Info:  561-868-7703. 

Thursday October 27th

Event: Halloween Grab Bag Giveaway, Fort Lauderdale, FL

When: Thursday, October 27th, 2011 7 - 9 PM

Cost: FREE

Location: Franklin Park, 2501 Franklin Dr., Fort Lauderdale.

Event Details: Come by and pick up a free Halloween grab bag. 7-9 p.m. at

Contact Info:  954-791-1037.  

  

Free in Miami: Take A Walk Down Espanola Way In Miami

Cafe Nuvo Bistro

After a nice day on South Beach, you can explore the beautiful Miami Beach area on foot. One thing that is free in Miami is walking while taking in the sights, the views, the sounds and the atmosphere, and if you enjoy a relaxing vacation, I can highly recommend taking a walk down the historic Espanola Way in Miami.

Free Events In Florida: Miami October Frugal Family Fun

South Pointe Beach, Miami Beach, Fl

Fall is here and that means pleasant temperatures in South Florida, so make sure to take advantage of all of the wonderful free Florida events in Miami than ever.

A day out with the family does not have to be expensive, and it is even possible to have a fun day out without spending a dollar. 

To get the latest updates on free events in Florida make sure to sign up
for the Florida Free and Frugal newsletter. 

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Free Events in Miami, Florida October 2011

Sunday October 2nd, 2011

Event: Bluegrass Festival at Greynolds Park, Miami, FL

When: Sunday, August 7th, 2011; 12:30 p.m. to 5 p.m.

Cost: FREE

Location: Greynolds Park
Miami Gardens Drive and NE 22nd Avenue
North Miami Beach, FL 33162
From I-95, exit at Miami Gardens Drive,
(Route 860), East to NE 22 Ave, turn right
the park entrance is on the left side of the road.
Event Details: This is a 1st Sunday of the month festival featuring a variety of talented Bluegrass artists. Bring a lawn chair. Food and cold drinks available. 

Contact Info: 305-358-1800

Event Website: http://www.southfloridabluegrass.com/

Wednesday October 5th, 2011



Event: Free Admission to Fairchild Botanical Garden, Coral Gables, FL

When: Wednesday, October 5th, 2011 9:30 - 4:30 9p.m.
Cost: FREE
Location: 10901 Old Cutler Road, Coral Gables, FL
Event Details: Admission prices will be waived the first Wednesday of the month from June to November. Don't miss Free Days at Fairchild!

A day at Fairchild is a day in paradise. Where else can you visit a tropical rainforest, view world class art, dine at an award winning café and do it all surrounded by the unparalleled beauty of nature? Only at Fairchild.
Spend a day exploring 83 acres of tropical palms, cycads, flowering trees and breathtaking vistas. A trip to Fairchild is one you won’t soon forget.
Contact Info: 305-667-1651
Event Website: http://www.fairchildgarden.org

October Miami Attractions Month: Get Miami Coupons & Discounted Tickets

October is Miami Attractions Month, which is sponsored by the Greater Miami Convention Visitors Bureau. During the Month of October, you can get discounted tickets to some of the most popular Miami Attractions, all you need to do is go to http://www.everyonesakid.com/, to get your discount Miami coupons.

Miami Attractions included in the October Miami Attractions Month:

Deering Estate at Cutler

16701 SW 72nd Ave.

Miami, FL 33157

Phone: (305) 400-7000

OFFER: Miami Attractions Month 2011: Deering Estate Coupons

BUY ONE ADULT ADMISSION FOR $12 GET ONE FREE. Must present this coupon. Valid October 1-31, 2011. Coupon one-time use only. Coupon is valid for General Admission only 10 am-5 pm. Coupon is good for up to 4 people. This offer cannot be combined with other offers.

Big Bus Tours/Gray Line Miami

P.O. Box 380822

Miami, FL 33138

Phone: (305) 400-7000

OFFER: Miami Attractions Month 2011: Big Bus Tours Coupons

50% OFF ADULT AND CHILD ADMISSION. Must present this coupon. Adults pay $19.50 and children pay $14.50 (one-day tickets only). Valid through October 31, 2011. Offer cannot be combined with other offers.

Free Events In Florida: Broward October Frugal Family Fun

Oh my this last month flew by so quickly that I never even got the free events listings up. Hopefully the rainy days will soon be over, because there are lots of free events in South Florida. If you look around in your local community you will likely find lots of frugal family fun activities, and  I have listed a few of the free activities and free events in Broward county below.

The best places to start looking for free events is at your city website's calendar of events and at your local newspaper.

Free Events in Broward, Florida October 2011

Saturday October 1st

Event: Greek Festival (Hollywood Beach)

When: Saturday, October 1st, 2011 11AM - 7 PM

Cost: FREE

Location: Johnson Street and Broadwalk, Hollywood Beach

Event Details: Greek food, dancing, music and Greek arts and crafts.
Contact Info:  954-966-1898

Event Website: http://www.hollywoodfl.org/parks_rec/special_events.asp

Event: Concert on the Green, Dania Beach, FL

When: Saturday, October 1st 2 - 5 p.m.

Cost: FREE 

Location: Nyberg-Swanson House, 102 West Dania Beach Boulevard, Dania Beach, FL

Event Details: Live music, food and vendors. Music: Johnny Di'Luccio. Bring your lawn chair, no pets on property. Rain cancels show!

Contact info: 954-926-2323      

Event Website: http://business.daniabeachchamber.org/

Free National Park Entrance on National Publix Lands Day September 24th 2011

Not only is it the Smithsonian Free Museum Day today, but it is also National Publix Lands Day, which means Free National Park Entrance. So bring the family outdoors today Saturday September24th.

In Florida the following national parks offer free entrance day from

Florida

Canaveral National Seashore

Castillo de San Marcos National Monument

Dry Tortugas National Park

Everglades National Park

Gulf Islands National Seashore

For a complete list of National Parks that offers free park entrance this weekend go to the National Park Website.

Today Is The Smithsonian Free Museum Day September 24 2011 - Florida Free Museums

Today is the Smithsonian Free Museum Day, so if you are looking for a frugal activity to do with your family, this is your chance.

You can find a Smithsonian Museum Day participating museum near you here: Free Museums

To get your free ticket for the Smithsonian Museum Day, go HERE.  After you fill out the information and submit, a ticket will be sent to your email.  Make sure you print out your ticket to present on the 25th!

While you do get free entrance to museums as part of the Smithsonian Museum Day, there are a few limitations you should be aware of.

The Museum Day Ticket provides free admission to one person, plus a guest.

• One ticket per household
• A ticket will gain entry in only one museum and only participating museums
• Only an official Museum Day ticket is eligible for free entry. Official tickets can be found here on the Museum Day website. Read more:

In Florida the following museums are participating in the Smithsonian Museum Day Saturday September 24th.

• African American Museum of the Arts

• DeLand

FREE South Broward Biz Expo Dania Beach - Thursday August 25th

Dania Beach, Florida

Event: South Broward Biz Expo

When: Thursday August 25, 2011 5:30-8:30 pm

Cost: Zip, Zero, Zilch = FREE

Location: Dania Beach Jai-Alai EXHIBITION HAL:

301 E. Dania Beach Blvd., Dania Beach, FL, 33004

Event Details: Open to the public, this Expo features local businesses from South Broward, live music, free seminars and demonstrations. Food & Beverages available for nominal fees.

Contact Info: Joanne Morrow 954-926-2323 jmorrow@daniabeachchamber.org

Event Website http://www.daniabeachchamber.org/

Super 8 St. Augustine Beach Review - An Affordable Florida Hotel - Great Comfort and Value

This week my family went on our annual frugal summer vacation, and this years destination was St. Augustine, Florida - the oldest city in the nation. We stayed at the Super 8 St. Augustine Beach, and it surpassed our expectations by far. All of my preconceived notions about the Super 8 chain were put to shame, and our stay at the Super 8 St. Augustine was more pleasant than other stays we have had in expensive hotels.

Looking For An Affordable Hotel in St. Augustine, Florida

After checking out Hotwire and Priceline, I decided that using these discount sites would not work for me, as my family wanted to stay on the beach, and the St. Augustine beach area on these sites were simply to large to be able to narrow down the right hotel for us. I checked out a few of the larger hotel chains, and I even made a couple of calls, but none of them had the price that I was looking for.

When I finally decided to check out the Super 8 St. Augustine Beach, I was surprised to see all of the great reviews on both Tripadvisor and hotels.com, so in the end I decided to take a gamble, and I booked the Super 8 in St. Augustine Beach for three nights. We paid $59 per night + tax, and I booked through Hotels.com and Mypoints to get points back and credit toward a free night stay.

National Night Out Against Crime Miami Dade, FL - August 2nd, 2011

National Night Out Against Crime is a fun event that puts the spotlight on local and national crime. Make sure to check out your local South Florida National Night Out Against Crime Miami events on Tuesday August 2nd, 2011 

You can read more about National Night Out Against Crime here.

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National Night Out Against Crime, Broward County Events

Event: National Night Out Against Crime, North Miami, FL

When: Tuesday August 2nd, 2011 5:30 - 7:30 PM
Cost: FREE
Location: Sunkist Grove Community Center
12500 NW 13 Avenue, North Miami
Event Details: Talk about how to keep the neighborhood, family and kids safe. Free music, free food, back-to-school supplies for the kids and bounce houses
Contact: 786.400.3811
Event Website: http://www.northmiamifl.gov/residents/files/NNO_sunkist_2011.pdf

Free Events In Florida: Miami August Frugal Family Fun

South Pointe Beach, Miami Beach, Fl

Summer vacation might slowly be coming to an end, but so will the extreme heat of July, and fortunately there are more free Florida events in Miami than ever.

A day out with the family does not have to be expensive, and it is even possible to have a fun day out without spending a dollar. 

To get the latest updates on free events in Florida make sure to sign up
for the Florida Free and Frugal newsletter. 

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Free Events in Miami, Florida August 2011

Tuesday August 2nd, 2011


Event: $1 Summer Movies at Regal Cinemas

When: Tuesday August 2nd, 2011 10 a.m.
Cost: $1 per person
Location: Your local Regal Theater - Find yours here.
Event Details: On Tuesdays and Wednesdays your local Regal Cinema theater is showing $1 movies.
Event Website: http://www.regmovies.com/summermovieexpress/default.aspx






Event: Free Summer Movies at Cobb Theatres

When: Tuesday August 2nd, 2011 10 a.m.
Cost: FREE
Location: Your local Cobb Theater- Find yours here.
Event Details: On Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Thursdays your Cobb Cinema theater is showing Free summer movies for the kids.
August 2nd, 3rd and 4th movies:Gullivers Travels and MegaMind
Event Website: http://www.cobbtheatres.com/pdf/Summer2011/COBB_SumFLyerDolphin19.pdf





Event: National Night Out Against Crime, North Miami, FL

When: Tuesday August 2nd, 2011 5:30 - 7:30 PM
Cost: FREE
Location: Sunkist Grove Community Center
12500 NW 13 Avenue, North Miami
Event Details: Talk about how to keep the neighborhood, family and kids safe. Free music, free food, back-to-school supplies for the kids and bounce houses
Contact: 786.400.3811
Event Website: http://www.northmiamifl.gov/residents/files/NNO_sunkist_2011.pdf

Free Events In Florida: Broward - August Frugal Family Fun

There are still a few weeks left of summer vacation, and despite the rainy South Florida summer weather, it is still possible to have a lot of frugal family fun. This summer my family and I have taken advantage of lots of free South Florida events and activities, and the summer is not over yet. There are lots of free events in South Florida, and if you take the time to look around in your community you will find lots of frugal family fun activities. I have listed a few of the free activities and free events in Broward county below, but the best place to start is at your city website's calendar of event.

Free Events in Broward, Florida August 2011

Monday August 1st

Event: Theatre Under the Stars Concert Series (Hollywood Beach)

When: Monday, August 1st, 2011 7:30 - 9 PM

Cost: FREE

Location: Johnson Street and Broadwalk, Hollywood Beach

Event Details: Dance on the Broadwalk or just enjoy the music. 

One Night Stand Jazz, Rock and Pop

Contact Info:  954-921-3404

Event Website: http://www.hollywoodfl.org/parks_rec/Concert.asp

Tuesday Monday August 2nd, 2011


Event: Pony Pals Kids Club, Gulfstream, Hallandale, FL

When: Tuesday August 2nd, 2011 11 a.m. - 12 p.m.

Cost: FREE 

Location: Gulfstream Village, next to Kron Chocolatier, Hallandale, FL
Address: Gulfstream Park Racing and Casino, 501 S. Federal Highway, Hallandale, Fl

Event Details: Kids club for kids under 6 only! Stop by guest services to join the club. 

Contact info: 
Event Website: http://www.thevillageatgulfstreampark.com/events






Event: $1 Summer Movies at Regal Cinemas

When: Tuesday, August 2nd, 2011 10 a.m.
Cost: $1 per person
Location: Your local Regal Theater - Find yours here.
Event Details: On Tuesdays and Wednesdays your local Regal Cinema theater is showing $1 movies.
August 2nd - 3rd movies: Charlotte's Web and Megamind
Event Website: http://www.regmovies.com/summermovieexpress/default.aspx

National Night Out Against Crime In Broward County, FL - August 2nd, 2011

On Tuesday August 2nd, 2011 it is National Night Out Against Crime, and across South Florida you can find free events celebrating the National Night Out Against Crime event. You can read more about National Night Out Against Crime here.

National Night Out Against Crime, Broward County Events

Event: National Night Out Against Crime,  Pompano Beach, FL

When: Tuesday August 2nd, 2011 6:30 - 9 p.m.

Cost: FREE 

Location:  Founders Park, 215 N.E. 4^th Avenue  Pompano Beach, Florida

Event Details: Free food, Giveaways: Come out and celebrate with us and meet the Police Women of Broward County, Miami Dolphins Cheerleaders and much more. National Night Out is focused on promoting crime and drug prevention awareness, generating support for anti-crime prevention and strengthening the relationship between the Broward Sheriff’s Office and the residents of Pompano Beach to make our great city the safest in the county.   

Contact info: 

Event Website: http://www.mypompanobeach.org/events/

Event: National Night Out Against Crime, Deerfield Beach, FL

When: Tuesday August 2nd, 2011 6 - 9 p.m.

Cost: FREE 

Location:  Quiet Waters Park, Pavilion 10, 401 S. Powerline Rd., Deerfield Beach, Florida

Event Details: The BSO will host an event against crime. Come out for music, food, prizes, children’s activities, and BSO demonstrations, as well as:
Operation Medicine Cabinet – unwanted and expired medicines will be collected and destroyed. $5 gift cards, one per household, for turned in medicines.
Shredder truck – will be on hand to shred any sensitive documents. 1st bag is free, $10 for any additional.
featuring the Smugglin Yo Yo's Band, a rock-climbing wall and an obstacle course.

Contact info: 954-571-4552

Event Website: http://www.deerfield-beach.com/documents/Public%20Safety/National%20Night%20Out%202011.PDF

Free Karaoke Night in Boynton Beach, FL - Saturday July 30th

Boynton Beach is having a fun free karaoke night at the Canyon Town Center Amphitheater in Boynton Beach. Go have some fun and let loose with your family for a fun and frugal evening with free entertainment.

Event: Karaoke with Alex under the Stars

When: Saturday, July 30^th 2011: 5 - 9 PM

Where: Canyon Town Center Amphitheater, 8802 Boynton Beach Blvd., Boynton Beach, FL

Cost: Free 

 

Details: Bring Lawn chairs, picnic baskets for a fun night of karaoke.

 

Contact: 561-488-8069

Website: http://www.pbcgov.com/parks/amphitheaters/canyontowncenter/schedule-of-events.htm

Free Faith Festival In St. Lucie County August 6th

End the summer with a frugal fun day of free family fun events at the Faith Festival in St. Lucie County, FL. You can expect music, food, dancin, theatre, kids activities, giveaways and more.

Event: Faith Festival in St. Lucie County

When: Saturday, August 6^th 2011: 1PM to 6PM

Where: Whispering Pines Park, 800 SW Darwin Blvd. Port Saint Lucie, FL.

Cost: Free

Event Details: The Faith Festival will be a fun-filled day for ALL to enjoy. Expect music, food, dancing and other performances, kids’ activities, giveaways and more.    

Joe DiMaggio Children's Hospital Free Open House and Dedication Ceremony

On Saturday July 16, 2011 Joe DiMaggio Children's Hospital in Hollywood, FL will have an open house, a dedication ceremony and a free celebration for everyone in honor of the opening of the newest children's hospital in South Florida.  This is not just an ordinary dedication ceremony and celebration, as there will be free frugal fun for everyone.

What: Joe DiMaggio Children's Hospital Free Open House and Dedication Ceremony

When: Saturday July 16, 2011 8:30 a.m - 3 p.m.

Where: 1005 Joe DiMaggio Drive, Hollywood, FL 33021

Parade starts at North 35th Avenue and Taft Street, traveling south to Joe DiMaggio Children's 

Hospital.

Event Details:

8:30 a.m.: Parade Starts

10 a.m.: Opening ceremony

Block party until 3 p.m.

There will be an open house and block party at the Joe DiMaggio Children's Hosptial campus. Lots of frugal fun: 

• Sports, arts, games and dream villages
• Dancers and singers
• Arts and crafts
• Football and basketball toss

Free Florida Events: St Augustine Free Concert In The Plaza

There are lots of free Florida events, not just in South Florida. One popular free Florida event is the St. Augustine free Concerts in the Plaza. Local bands and entertainers perform in the old city's historic square The Plaza de la Constitucion.

St. Augustine Free Concert in the Plaza Summer Schedule:

July 14	The Company
July 21	The Restless Kind
July 28	Ancient City Slickers
August 4	Mike Hart Band
August 11	Mystic Express
August 18	Elizabeth & The Grapes of Roth
August 25	Triple Rock Blues Band
September 1	Ancient City Farmers
September 5 Labor Day*	The St. Augustine Jazz Society - Labor Day (September 5, 1pm - 5pm)

When: Thursdays at 7 p.m. (*September 5, 1pm - 5pm)

Get Free Amission To The Deering Estate At Cutler On July 16

Get free admission to the Deering Estate at Cutler as a part of the  Deering Estate's annual FEE-FREE P.L.A.Y. DAYS. This is a great time to explore the Deering Estate for free with your family, as the regular price is $12 for adults and $7 for youth (ages 4-14). 

Visitors will get free admission to the Deering Estate at Cutler on Saturdays July 16thth, August 20 and September 17th.

When: 

Saturday July 16,

Saturday August 20 and 

Saturday September 17
Opening Hours: 10:00 am to 5:00 pm 

Where: 

Deering Estate at Cutler
16701 SW 72 Avenue
Miami, FL 33157

Directions: Directions to the Deering Estate at Cutler.

About the Deering Estate: The Deering Estate at Cutler was the Florida home of millionaire businessman and philanthropist Charles Deering until 1927 when he died at the estate. The 444-acre Deering Estate at Cutler is an environmental, archeological and historical preserve, where you can tour two historic houses, go on canoe tours, butterfly walks, guided nature hikes and more.

Miami 4th of July Events Free South Florida

South Florida is celebrating the Fourth of July with lots of free events. Below you will find a guide to some of the free 4th of July events in Miami and the Miami area.

Find free July 4th events in Broward here.

Free Miami 4th of July Events

Saturday, July 2nd, 2011

Event: Grove Stars on Fourth of July, Coconut Grove, FL

When: Saturday, July 2nd 2011 11 am - 9 p.m.

Cost: FREE

Location: Peacock Park, 2820 McFarlane Rd., Coconut Grove, FL 33133 
The Barnacle:
3485 Main Highway
Coconut Grove, Florida 33133

Event Details: The“Cirque du Grove: A Busker’s Carnival” arrives at Grand Avenue and Virginia Street.
At 8:30 p.m., the group SUPERNOVA will entertain Grove audiences with a special evening show, displaying daring fire routines. 

Contact Info:  305-461-5506

Event Website: http://www.facebook.com/event.php?eid=359711986024

Saturday, July 2nd, 2011

Event: Gallary Walk, Coconut Grove, FL

When: Saturday, July 2nd 2011 - 7p.m. -10 p.m.

Cost: FREE

Location: 

Art Galleries in the Village Center

Coconut Grove, FL Coconut Grove, Florida 33133

Event Details:

7 p.m: Ten galleries will host a night of art, wine and fun while celebrating the ability to take artistic "liberties."