Free Things to Do with Kids in Broward County

Broward County has plenty of free family fun. Enjoy free beach days along the coast, visit parks like Hugh Taylor Birch State Park, attend library programs in Pembroke Pines, or catch community events in Hollywood. Discover all the ways to have a great time without spending a dime.

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Sun, Feb 111:00 AM

Free

Kids Sunday Funday!

Tu Bishvat Activities for kids including a workout with Diana Niazov and art and crafts. Free entrance, registration required.

Eliyahu Havavi Monterra

Tue, Feb 34:00 PM – 5:30 PM

Free

Take Your Child to the Library Day

Outdoor Storytime at Jaco Pastorius Park. Come Cozy & Ready to Read! Bring your favorite pajamas, stuffed animal, and blanket to sit outside for the reading.

Oakland Park Library

Mon, Jan 1812:00 PM – 1:00 PM

Free

Mosaic pots - Art in the Park

Learn how to make nature-inspired crafts! This workshop is funded by a grant provided by Broward County Cultural Division. Preregistration required. Call Park to preregister.

Fern Forest Nature Center

Fri, Jan 3010:30 AM – 11:00 AM+4 more dates

Free

Family Storytime

Engaging stories and songs designed for children and their families to foster early literacy skills. This free event is a wonderful opportunity for interactive learning and fun.

Hollywood Branch

Sat, Jan 311:00 PM – 2:30 PM

Free

Super STEM Engineering Explorers

Explore STEM with hands-on engineering activities. Families can build art bots, create fizzing chemical reactions, and construct hydraulic claws. This free event is designed for elementary and middle school aged children.

African American Research Library and Cultural Center

Mon, Feb 24:00 PM – 5:00 PM

Free

Kids Imagination Exploration Hour

This free event at the Sunrise Dan Pearl Branch offers a fun exploration hour for children ages 6-12. Kids can engage in crafts, art activities, reading, and play board games.

Sunrise Dan Pearl Branch

Tue, Feb 310:30 AM – 11:00 AM

Free

Storytime featuring "The First Blade of Sweetgrass"

Join a librarian for a special storytime featuring the book "The First Blade of Sweetgrass". This free event is a wonderful opportunity for families to enjoy reading together and encourage a love of literature.

Miramar Branch Library and Education Center

Tue, Feb 36:00 PM – 6:30 PM+2 more dates

Free

Family Storytime. All Ages.

A free evening storytime event designed for families. Enjoy activities and stories perfect for winding down before bedtime. Suitable for all ages.

Southwest Regional Library

Wed, Feb 411:00 AM – 12:00 PM+3 more dates

Free

Sensory Sprouts, a neurodivergent-friendly storytime.

A neurodivergent-friendly storytime at the South Regional/Broward College Library. This free event features books, songs, movement, and sensory activities in a welcoming environment for children, including those who are autistic.

South Regional/Broward College Library

Thu, Feb 510:30 AM – 11:15 AM+1 more date

Free

Sunshine Toddlers Storytime

Join for a fun-filled storytime at the Hallandale Beach Branch library. This session includes engaging songs, rhymes, and stories perfect for toddlers and preschoolers.

Hallandale Beach Branch

Thu, Feb 510:30 AM – 11:15 AM

Free

Storytime featuring "The First Blade of Sweetgrass"

Join a Broward County Library librarian for a special storytime featuring "The First Blade of Sweetgrass." This free event is a wonderful way to encourage reading and imagination.

North Lauderdale Saraniero Branch

Sat, Feb 710:30 AM – 11:30 AM

Free

Waste to Wonder Banner Flags & Press Plant Charms

This free community event encourages recycling and creativity. Participants can create banner flags and press plant charms, promoting environmental awareness and artistic expression.

Century Plaza/Leon Slatin Branch

Sat, Feb 711:00 AM – 1:00 PM

Free

Signing Stories @ Your Library

A special storytime for children, paired with a workshop for parents. This event focuses on supporting families affected by hearing loss, deafness, or hearing challenges.

West Regional Library

Sat, Feb 711:00 AM – 12:00 PM

Free

Chess Club

A free chess club event at the Main Library designed to boost critical thinking and game practice. Families can join to learn and play chess.

Main Library

Sat, Feb 72:00 PM – 5:30 PM

Free

Chess Club

A free community chess club for ages 8 and up, offering casual practice and play. This is a single-session event.

Century Plaza/Leon Slatin Branch

Mon, Feb 910:30 AM – 11:30 AM

Free

Storytime featuring "The First Blade of Sweetgrass"

Join a Broward County Library librarian for a special storytime featuring the book "The First Blade of Sweetgrass". This free event is a wonderful way to start the New Year with reading and imagination for young children.

Margate Catharine Young Branch

Mon, Feb 93:00 PM – 4:00 PM

Free

Wags & Tales (For Ages 6-11) 2026

An animal-assisted book therapy program for children aged 6-11. This free event offers a unique way for kids to engage with reading and animals.

Pompano Beach Library and Cultural Center

Tue, Feb 1010:30 AM – 11:30 AM

Free

Storytime featuring "The First Blade of Sweetgrass"

Join a librarian for a special storytime at the Pompano Beach Library and Cultural Center. This single session event will feature the book "The First Blade of Sweetgrass" and is a great way to encourage reading.

Pompano Beach Library and Cultural Center

Thu, Feb 1212:00 PM – 1:30 PM

Free

Valentine's Day Green Screen

Create a Valentine's Day photo using a green screen at the South Regional/Broward College Library. This free, one-time event allows families to make a cute keepsake for loved ones.

South Regional/Broward College Library

Sat, Feb 1411:00 AM – 12:00 PM

Free

Construction Zone

Families can build creations using provided blocks and plastic building bricks. This is a fun, hands-on activity for children to enjoy together.

North Regional/Broward College Library

Sat, Feb 1411:00 AM – 12:30 PM

Free

Chess Club

Join this free Chess Club for casual practice and play. This event is open to children and teens ages 5-18.

West Regional Library

Sat, Feb 142:00 PM – 3:00 PM

Free

Let's Build. Recommended for ages 6 to 12.

Families can enjoy a free building event with a variety of construction toys including LEGO blocks, strawbees, Keva planks, and magnet tiles. This activity is recommended for children aged 6 to 12.

Southwest Regional Library

Tue, Feb 1710:30 AM – 11:30 AM

Free

Storytime featuring "The First Blade of Sweetgrass"

A free storytime event at the Galt Ocean Mile Reading Center featuring the book "The First Blade of Sweetgrass." Librarians will lead families in reading the featured story.

Galt Ocean Mile Reading Center

Wed, Feb 1812:00 PM – 12:45 PM

Free

My Gym Pembroke Pines- Movement Event

Join My Gym for a free movement event filled with hopping, dancing, and shaking. This short, engaging session is designed for young children to enjoy active play.

Pembroke Pines/Walter C. Young Resource Center

Thu, Feb 1910:30 AM – 11:00 AM

Free

Storytime featuring "The First Blade of Sweetgrass"

Join a librarian at the Tamarac Branch of Broward County Library for a special storytime. This event features the book "The First Blade of Sweetgrass" and is a wonderful way to encourage reading and engagement for young children.

Tamarac Branch

Sat, Feb 2110:30 AM – 12:00 PM

Free

Read to a therapy dog at the library

Children ages 5-12 can practice their reading skills and build confidence by reading aloud to a registered pet-therapy dog at the library. This is a free, single-session event.

West Regional Library

Sat, Feb 212:00 PM – 3:00 PM

Free

Chess Club. Recommended for ages 6 to 12.

Learn the game of chess or improve your strategy by playing against other kids. This free event is recommended for ages 6 to 12.

Southwest Regional Library

Wed, Feb 253:30 PM – 4:30 PM

Free

Wags & Tales

Children can practice their reading skills by reading aloud to friendly therapy dogs. This event offers a fun and engaging way for kids to build confidence and enjoy literacy.

Hollywood Branch

Thu, Feb 2610:30 AM – 11:15 AM

Free

Read For The Record Storytime

Join the Hallandale Beach Branch for a free Read For The Record Storytime. This engaging session includes songs, rhymes, and a story time for young children and their families.

Hallandale Beach Branch

Sat, Feb 2810:30 AM – 11:30 AM

Free

Wags & Tales

Children can practice their reading skills by reading aloud to a friendly therapy dog. This is a wonderful opportunity for kids to build confidence in a relaxed and supportive environment at the library.

Northwest Regional Library

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