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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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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
Free art walk events in Florida
In Florida, art festivals, art fairs and art walk events are plentiful. They are perfect for dates, family fun or solo excursions. Plenty of these events are free. Please phone first to make sure the event is on the day you are interested in. Art Walk events include these and others Jax Beach Art Walk second […]
Free entry first weekends at museums for Bank of America patrons
We love sharing opportunities to enjoy attractions in Florida for free. The Museums On Us program offers free entry the first full weekend of each month to participating museums in Florida, and elsewhere, with eligible Bank of America or Merrill Lynch accounts. The free access requires an appropriate credit or debit card. These are just some […]
Restaurant Week & Restaurant Month Events in Florida
Dozens of restaurants in Florida participate in local promotional events designed to put their finest fare forward. The eateries offer fixed-price menus that usually include an entrée and extras, such as appetizers and desserts. Usually, restaurant month menus feature 3-course options. The fixed prices often represent a discount on regular prices. Miami Spice in August […]
