Festivals are plentiful in Florida, often offering opportunities for wallet-friendly family-friendly fun, dates and solo outings. Many outdoor festivals in the Sunshine State are free, or relatively inexpensive. Events include Pride festivals, Art festivals, Spring festivals & others. North Florida June 1 Wellborn Blueberry Festival June 1-15 Watermelon Festival, Monticello June 8 Jax Veg Fest, Riverside […]
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Discounts for Key West Express ferry
The Key West Express ferry offers opportunities for discounts. The ferry whisks travelers between Key West and Fort Myers Beach. Occasionally, a ferry also rolls between Key West and Marco Island Discounts are offered for those booking early Round trip tickets for adults purchased at least eight days early are $125 Mondays to Thursdays, a […]
Florida state parks with springs & tubing
Swimming and tubing in sparkling springs is a popular activity offered at several state parks in Florida . State Park entry fees are usually $6 per vehicle. Some fees may vary. Tube rentals and shuttles are extra. Parks with tubing include these & others. Ichetucknee Springs State Park, 12087 SW U.S. Highway 27, Fort White […]
Home & design expos in Florida
Design trends and products for remodeling and improving your residence are displayed at remodeling and design events in Florida. Often, events include TV personalities and other featured speakers. Some events are free. For those with an entry fee, sometimes discounts for these events are offered for tickets purchased early, tickets purchased online or at local stores. Phone the show […]
Botanical gardens in Florida with free entry
Entry is free to several botanical gardens attractions in Florida. For some of these, donations may be accepted. Four Arts Gardens in Palm Beach, features various themed gardens and a sculpture garden, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. most days; 2 Four Arts Plaza, Palm Beach, 561-655-7227 The Florida Botanical Gardens in Largo include varied garden themes […]
Register online for free Museum Day entry in Florida
Whether you’re a residenit of Florida or traveling elsewhere, register for free tickets to an interesting attraction from a wide selection for entry September 21. Smithsonian Museum Day offers an opportunity for free tickets by registering online . To get started, visit the Museum Day site and select a museum you’re interested in. Each ticket is good for […]
Boat expos in Florida
Florida loves boats, boating and boat shows. Boat shows usually involve entry fees, at least for adults, and sometimes discounts are offered. If information about deals is not on the website, we suggest emailing or phoning the boat show office before an event and asking about discounts. September September 6-8 Tampa Boat Show, $12 for […]
Museums offer free entry for military families
Dozens of venues in Florida are participating in a national program that offers free entry to personnel on active duty in the U.S. armed forces and their families. The Blue Star Museums program for military, which includes members of National Guard and Reserve, is offered in May until Labor Day. The program is organized by the […]
State & national parks in Florida, including fee-free days
National parks and state parks in Florida are an ideal way to savor the natural beauty of the Sunshine State. Fees vary. Some are free or relatively inexpensive. Information about Florida State Parks is on the website. Information about national parks in Florida is featured online, National parks in Florida In Florida, some national parks require […]
Free things to do & deals in The Florida Keys
by Patti Roth Studios of Key West The Studios of Key West offers free entry to its art galleries and free First Thursdays evening events. Open house events are usually 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. first Thursdays of most months. In September, the event is September 15. The galleries, which display work by Keys, national and international […]
