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.
Looking for free family fun in Broward County this week? We've rounded up some fantastic free events where kids can learn, play, and get ready for school without breaking the bank.
Dania Beach Pier
Help keep our beaches clean and enjoy contests, face painting, and snacks. Students can earn service hours and get a free backpack.
Southwest Regional Library
Embark on a dino-mite adventure at Southwest Regional Library! Kids can search for hidden dinosaurs throughout the Youth Services area.
Northwest Regional Library
Children in PreK-5th grade can explore opera through singing and acting. This engaging event brings opera stories to life for young audiences.
The Tox Weston
Parents enjoy a free facial while kids watch a movie with popcorn. A perfect night for everyone to relax and have fun.
Florida Blue Center - Fort Lauderdale
Get ready for the school year with free school supply giveaways. This family-friendly event helps kids prepare for their return to classes.
South Regional/Broward College Library
Enjoy a neurodivergent-friendly storytime with books, songs, and sensory activities. This inclusive program is designed for little ones to enjoy.
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Join this community beach clean-up event. It offers fun contests, light bites, face painting, and the opportunity for students to earn community service hours and receive a new backpack with supplies.
Engage your little ones with songs, rhymes, and stories. This storytime is designed for toddlers to enjoy interactive learning and fun.
Join the ARTY VAN GOGH bus for a creative art session focused on 3D paper art. This free program is designed for preschoolers and is sponsored by the Broward Public Library Foundation.
Third graders and children aged 8-9 are invited to practice and improve their reading skills with this fun Literacy Enrichment & Advancement Program (L.E.A.P.) workshop at the Lauderhill Towne Centre Library.
A free event for first-time Broward County Public Schools Kindergarteners to celebrate their upcoming school year. Designed to prepare young learners for the transition to kindergarten.
A free back-to-school event hosted by the Children's Services Council and Margate Middle School for the community. Families can get prepared for the upcoming school year.
Join the Builders' Club for a creative building challenge. What will you construct this week? This is a free event held at the South Regional/Broward College Library.
Join a fun dinosaur scavenger hunt at the Southwest Regional Library. Explore the Youth Services area to find hidden dinosaurs and complete your hunt sheet. This free event is a great way for kids to engage with the library.
Create beautiful dragonfly sculptures in this fun art workshop led by Yani. This hands-on session is perfect for young artists looking to explore their creativity.
Enjoy a free outdoor movie night at the Sunrise Civic Center Aquatics Complex. Float in the pool, sing along to High School Musical 2, and enjoy complimentary popcorn and water. Children under 13 require adult supervision.
A family-friendly event offering free school supply giveaways to help kids get ready for the school year. This is a great opportunity for families to prepare for back to school.
This free program for teens aged 13-17 features City of Miramar employees and community leaders discussing careers, vocational skills, financial literacy, equity, bullying, and social media. Community Access staff will also cover peer pressure and continuing education.
This free event provides backpacks and school supplies for students. It's a great way to help families prepare for the school year.
A community event offering free school supplies and books for the first 1,000 Sunrise K-12 students. Families can enjoy inflatables, face painting, story time, and connect with local schools and organizations.
Certified technicians will be available to demonstrate proper car seat installation and answer any questions. Ensure your child's car seat is installed correctly for maximum safety.
Explore Snyder Park's organic edible garden, food forest, and butterfly garden on this free guided nature tour. A great opportunity to learn about local flora and fauna.
Embark on a self-guided scavenger hunt in the youth department! Discover all four dig sites, complete the activity sheet, and claim a small prize.
Engage in a morning of storytelling, creative art-making, and gallery exploration at The Frank C. Ortis Art Gallery. This free event is designed for families to enjoy together.
Children entering first through third grade can gain a love of reading and build confidence with a reading mentor. Registration is required.
Learn essential life-saving skills with the City of Miramar Fire Department. Activities include car seat checks, swim lessons, bike safety, hurricane preparedness, drowning prevention, CPR, stop the bleed training, and more. Free event with light refreshments.
Join the Blanche Ely House Museum for a free monthly event featuring story time with local authors, a healthy snack, and a craft. This program encourages a love of reading and storytelling, celebrating cultural heritage and community.
Interactive classes for parents and children ages 5-11 focusing on vocabulary and literacy skills through fun story reading. This program aims to prevent the 'summer slide' and enhance reading comprehension.
Support young entrepreneurs at the Hollywood Children's Business Fair! This event showcases the innovative projects and businesses created by kids and teens in the community.
Unleash your creativity at the Canvas Painting event. Families can paint dinosaur-themed canvases and explore fossils, discovery, and creativity. This free event is hosted at the African American Research Library and Cultural Center.
A free family-friendly event celebrating Jamaica’s Independence and Emancipation. Featuring live music, a farmers market, and a cultural showcase.
Join the Pembroke Pines Mommy Club for a free Back-to-School Pool Party at Goldfish Swimming. Enjoy swimming, making new friends, and celebrating the start of the school year. Includes a children's book swap.
Enjoy family-friendly activities at the Cooper City Farmers Market every Sunday. Features include a book swap, reading to farm animals, crafts, live music, and local vendor offerings.
Experience history like never before with an AI-powered chat featuring the Founding Fathers. This engaging and interactive event allows children and families to 'talk' with historical figures at History Fort Lauderdale.
A free community event to swap books and read to baby highland cows. Donations for the book swap are appreciated.
A program for kids ages 6 - 12 to enjoy crafts, art, reading, and board games.