Every Tuesday night, at 7 p.m., between April and October, the Bands on the Beach concert series hosts free performances from local artists. The concerts take place at the Gulfside Pavilion located at Casino Beach Boulevard, Pensacola Beach, FL 32561. Spectators are encouraged to bring lawn chairs or blankets. No pets are allowed and glass […]
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Free Museum of Florida History in Tallahassee
The Museum of Florida History in Tallahassee offers free admission every day, with a donation suggested. The exhibits cover Florida’s first people, the colonial era, transportation, early tourism, and more. More than 46,800 artifacts tell the story of Florida’s history from the prehistoric area until today. The museum is also home to Florida’s World War […]
Free entry weekends at museums for Bank of America patrons
Bank of America’s 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 credit or debit card. These are just some of the participating museums. It’s a good idea to phone ahead, especially on a holiday […]
Free entry and tours at National Naval Aviation Museum in Florida Panhandle
Access to this museum is currently limited to holders of Department of Defense ID. (updated July 3, 2021). Visit and tour the National Naval Aviation Museum, the world’s largest museum for Naval Aviation, for free. The museum in Pensacola is open daily, from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m, and there is so much to see and do. Take a […]
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. Some are free or relatively inexpensive. In Florida, some national parks require an entry fee, and some national parks are always free. These are the fee-free days at U.S. National Parks for 2021: January 18: Birthday of […]
Art Festivals in Florida
For a fun idea for a date, a family excursion or a solo activity, art festivals are plentiful in Florida. Many offer free entry. Art Festivals in Florida include February February 1 & 2 Hobe Sound Festival of The Arts, free entry, information online February 8 & 9 Spanish Springs Art & Craft Festival, The […]
Festivals & Events in Florida
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 March 28 Pensacola Veg Fest, free June 27 & 28 Downtown Dunedin craft festival, free entry, […]
Springtime Tallahassee Festival
The Springtime Tallahassee Festival is packed with fun activities and entertainment. Events are March 31 & April 1. The festivities include a Parade, Jubilee in the Park, and a Music Festival. The parade rolls at 10:30 a.m. April 1 with floats, marching bands, dance groups, Springtime Krewe floats and more. The Jubilee is from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. April 1, […]
Ripley’s discounts in Florida
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Ripley’s Believe It Or Not Odditoriums and attractions offer discounts for purchasing tickets online for its museums in Florida, and some offer discounts for combo packages to multiple attractions. Here are the current deals: Orlando: Get $3 off adult tickets and $2 off children’s tickets when you purchase line. Buy Orlando tickets here. St. Augustine: Save […]
