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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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 […]
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. Ca’ d’Zan admission is not included. […]
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 […]
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 […]
Discounts for Key West Express ferry
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 savings of $30. Round trip tickets purchased at least […]
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. […]
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, […]
