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.

This Weekend's Picks

Looking for free family fun in Broward County this weekend? We've rounded up some fantastic free activities perfect for little ones and the whole family, from storytimes to magic shows.

Thu, Jun 4

Free Sunshine Toddlers Storytime for Little Ones

Hallandale Beach Branch

Engage your toddler with stories, songs, and rhymes at the Hallandale Beach Branch. It's a lively way to build early literacy skills.

Sat, Jun 6

Free Summer Kick-Off with Art and Books in Pembroke Pines

The Frank C. Ortis Art Gallery

Celebrate summer with Broward County Library and The Frank! Enjoy a free reading, art activities, and an instrument petting zoo.

Sat, Jun 6

Free Jimmy C Magic Show at Lauderhill Library

Lauderhill Towne Centre Library

Experience a magical start to the Summer Reading Program with a free show by Jimmy C. Fun and enchanting for all ages.

Fri, Jun 5

Family Storytime Fun at Hollywood Branch

Hollywood Branch

Build literacy skills together with engaging stories and songs at the Hollywood Branch. A wonderful way to foster a love of reading.

Sat, Jun 6

Free Summer Reading Kick-off with Crafts in Plantation

Helen B. Hoffman Plantation Library

Join the 'Unearth a Story' event at Helen B. Hoffman Plantation Library for free crafts and activities to start summer reading.

Sat, Jun 6

Free Summer Arts & Craft Program in Lauderhill

Renew at Raspitality Café & Lounge

Drop into Renew at Raspitality Café & Lounge for two hours of supervised creative fun with arts and crafts.

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Sat, Jun 610:00 AM – 1:00 PM

Free

Car Seat Safety Check

Certified technicians will demonstrate proper car seat installation and answer all your questions to ensure your child's safety. This is a free community event.

The Thrive Center

Sat, Jun 610:30 AM

Free

Summer Reading Kick-off: Unearth a Story

Celebrate the start of summer reading with crafts, activities, and a free reading bag. This event is open to all ages and requires no registration.

Helen B. Hoffman Plantation Library

Sat, Jun 612:00 PM – 2:00 PM

Free

Summer Arts & Craft Program

A supervised summer program offering creative arts and crafts for children. Two hours of supervised creative fun are provided each session.

Renew at Raspitality Café & Lounge

Sat, Jun 612:00 PM – 3:00 PM

Free

Vote for Shade! Tree Canopy Family Night

Join a fun family night to help choose the trees for your neighborhood. Vote for shade and greener streets in this community event.

Kay Gaither Community Center

Sat, Jun 612:00 PM – 5:00 PM

Free

The Fishing Village Oceanside Market & PBA Dolphin Shootout

A free, family-friendly event featuring live music, vendors, food, and a kid zone. Includes a fishing tournament with weigh-ins and an awards ceremony, benefiting The Love Fund.

Village Art Plaza Farmers Market

Sat, Jun 62:00 PM – 3:00 PM

Free

ARTventures Family Fun

Bring the family for an afternoon of creativity and connection through ARTventures! Enjoy a guided tour of the museum’s latest exhibit, then dive into hands-on art-making inspired by the artwork. Let your creativity soar!

Coral Springs Museum of Art

Sat, Jun 65:00 PM – 9:00 PM

Free

COOLTURE: A Kids Cultural Festival

A FREE family festival celebrating Caribbean culture with music, storytelling, art, games, and dance workshops. Features a live performance by Kevin Lyttle and traditional Caribbean activities.

City Park

Sun, Jun 79:00 AM – 1:00 PM

Free

Cooper City Farmers Market & Kite Festival Day

A family-friendly event featuring a farmers market with fresh produce, local foods, and a kite festival. Enjoy outdoor activities, shopping, and breakfast treats.

Cooper City Farmers Market

Sun, Jun 79:00 AM – 1:00 PM

Free

Cooper City Farmers Market & Kite Festival

Shop fresh produce and food at the Cooper City Farmers Market and enjoy a Kite Festival. Bring your own kite or purchase one on-site. This event is free for all families.

Suellen H. Fardelmann Sports Complex

Sun, Jun 710:00 AM

Free

June Farmers Market - Family Fun

Enjoy family fun at the Cooper City Farmers Market throughout June, with special events every Sunday. Activities include a Kite Festival, Power Wheels Contest, Father's Day Games, and an RC Car Race Contest. Free entry with fresh food and community fun.

Cooper City Farmers Market

Sun, Jun 711:00 AM – 11:45 AM

Free

Family Storytime

Are you looking for something to do on Sundays? Do you have very young children in your family? Would you like to have them entertained? Then come to Family Storytime!

Marta-Beth Friedman Stirling Road Branch

Mon, Jun 810:30 AM – 11:15 AM+ at 1 more location

Free

Celebrate Black Music Month with Treemonisha

Celebrate Black Music Month with art, music, and a special telling of the African American story "Treemonisha". This event is perfect for families looking for a creative and educational experience.

Northwest Regional Library

Mon, Jun 81:00 PM – 1:30 PM

Free

Sensory Sprouts

A neurodivergent-friendly storytime featuring books, songs, motion, and sensory activities designed for a welcoming and inclusive program.

South Regional/Broward College Library

Mon, Jun 83:00 PM – 3:45 PM

Free

Crafty Kids

A fun and engaging craft event for kids to create their own masterpieces. This free event encourages creativity and hands-on artistic expression.

South Regional/Broward College Library

Mon, Jun 84:00 PM – 5:00 PM

Free

Kids Imagination Exploration Hour

This program is designed for children ages 6-12 to spark their creativity through crafts, art, reading, and board games. It's a fun and engaging way for kids to explore their imagination in a welcoming environment.

Sunrise Dan Pearl Branch

Mon, Jun 810:30 AM – 11:30 AM

Free

Family Storytime

Stories and songs for children and their families to practice literacy skills.

Imperial Point Branch

Tue, Jun 9

Free

Summer Story Times

Join the Helen B. Hoffman Plantation Library for Summer Story Times! These engaging sessions are designed for young children to enjoy stories, songs, and activities. A perfect way to spark a love for reading.

Helen B. Hoffman Plantation Library

Tue, Jun 98:00 AM

Free

Summer Camp at Driftwood

Summer camp at Driftwood Community Center offers a variety of activities including sports, arts & crafts, reading support, and mindfulness. This camp is free for City of Hollywood residents.

Driftwood Community Center & Pool

Wed, Jun 1010:00 AM – 12:30 PM

Free

Young SEEDs in the Park

Children ages 5-12 will explore nutrition, movement, mindfulness, and sustainable arts and crafts in this free outdoor program. Learn about our connection to nature at Snyder Park.

Snyder Park

Wed, Jun 1010:30 AM – 11:30 AM

Free

Palm Beach Opera

Children in PreK-5th grade will be whisked into the pages of opera's greatest stories. This engaging event includes singing and acting, encouraging active participation.

Northwest Regional Library

Thu, Jun 1110:30 AM – 11:15 AM

Free

Sunshine Toddlers Storytime

Join us for a fun-filled storytime featuring songs, rhymes, and engaging stories. This program is designed for toddlers to explore the joy of reading and interactive play.

Hallandale Beach Branch

Thu, Jun 114:00 PM – 5:00 PM

Free

Summer Crafternoon

A fun crafting event for kids ages 5 and up. Participants can explore their creativity with various art projects.

Helen B. Hoffman Plantation Library

Thu, Jun 114:00 PM

Free

Juneteenth Celebration

A two-night community celebration of Juneteenth featuring cultural exhibits, film screenings, storytelling, live music, stage performances, a kids' zone with family activities, food trucks, and vendors. This free event honors heritage and community.

Deerfield Beach

Fri, Jun 1211:30 AM – 1:30 PM

Free

17th Annual Mayor's Kids Day

Join Mayor Angelo Castillo for the 17th Annual Mayor's Kids Day in Pembroke Pines. This free event offers residents ages 15 and younger a day of activities, giveaways, and special offers from local businesses. Includes lunch with the Mayor.

Charles F. Dodge City Center

Fri, Jun 1210:30 AM – 11:00 AM

Free

Family Storytime

Stories and songs designed to help children and their families build literacy skills. This free event is a wonderful way to engage young minds with reading and music.

Hollywood Branch

Fri, Jun 126:00 PM – 7:30 PM

Free

Summer Storytime in the Park

Join a comic book-themed storytime in the park with special guest readers. This event is designed for children ages 9-12 and their adults, celebrating heroes and unforgettable stories. Enjoy reading under the stars and receive a free book.

Mara Berman Giulianti Park

Fri, Jun 128:00 PM

Free

Dive In Movies

Enjoy free movies under the stars from the water at Houston Sworn Pool. Bring the whole family to swim, relax, and watch favorite films on the big screen with popcorn and refreshments available.

Pompano Community Park

Sat, Jun 1310:30 AM – 11:30 AM

Free

Exploring Marine Debris & Trash to Treasure Art Banners

An engaging event focused on marine science and ocean conservation. Participants will explore the issue of marine debris and create art banners from recycled materials.

Century Plaza/Leon Slatin Branch

Sat, Jun 1311:00 AM – 3:00 PM

Free

Summer Fun Factory Feat. Creativity for Kids®

Join us for a free summer event featuring cool crafts and hands-on activities for kids. Children aged 3 and up must be accompanied by an adult.

Lakeshore Learning Store

Sat, Jun 1311:00 AM – 3:00 PM

Free

Dad Fest: Strong Fathers, Strong Futures

Celebrate fathers and the community at Dad Fest, a free event for dads and families. Enjoy health screenings, carnival games, family activities, music, and positive fatherhood engagement.

Mills Pond Park - Pavilion 1

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