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 […]
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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 June 1 Wellborn Blueberry Festival June 1-15 Watermelon Festival, Monticello June 8 Jax Veg Fest, Riverside […]
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 […]
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 […]
Free outdoor jazz concerts at Naples Beach Hotel
Popular family-friendly events featuring live bands performing for free are offered outdoors at Naples Beach Hotel. Events include 6:30 p.m. to 9:30 p.m. June 23, July 14, August 18 and September 15. Portable seats and blankets are allowed. Bar service and food vendors are onsite. Outside food and beverages are not permitted. Naples Beach Hotel is at 851 Gulf Shore Blvd. […]
Discounts for boat fun in Florida
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Relish the sights of Florida from the waterways, and snag a discount for scenic boat tours. Information about each deal from Groupon is on the link. North Florida $105 for Family Kayak Tours in Amelia Island, $180 value $131 for Pontoon Tour in St. Augustine, $240 value South Florida $16 & other deals for Fiesta Cruises , $34 value $16 […]
Free Mondays at Ringling Museum
The Ringling Museum, one of Sarasota’s greatest attractions, offers free admission every Monday. So, every Monday, you can save up to $25 per person (the current cost of regular admission) and enjoy a day of strolling the galleries and the grounds without paying a cent. Even parking is free. Your free ticket extends to any […]
Afternoon Discount At Water Park
Entry is free to Naples Depot Museum
Within a restored Seaboard Air Line Railway passenger station in Naples, exhibits on display represent vintage trains and other intriguing types of transportation. Naples Depot Museum, 1051 5th Ave S. in downtown Naples, offers free entry 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. most Mondays to Saturdays. Exhibits and displays include a mule wagon, restored railroad cars and a vintage swamp […]
10 free and cheap things to do in Sarasota
Whether it’s attending a sunset drum circle at the beach, catching a movie, or visiting an art museum, Sarasota has plenty of free and cheap things to do. Here are 10 family fun adventures you can enjoy in Sarasota, while on a budget. 1. Siesta Key Beach Community Drum Circle Every Sunday, one hour before sunset, […]
