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Discounts for museums & other fun venues in Florida

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Whether you’re travelling in Florida or tooling around as a tourist in your own town, it’s nice to nab deals for local attractions. Groupon offers deals for museums in Florida, with many representing 40% or 50% off regular fees. Information about each deal is on the link. $12.50 for 2 at Sunken Gardens in St. […]

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 […]

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 2020: January 20: Martin Luther […]

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, […]

Polk Museum of Art in Lakeland is free attraction

By Alexxis Visit the Polk Museum of Art, a private organization that brings people and art together, for free. The museum is open from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Tuesdays to Saturdays. The venue is open 1 p.m. to 5 p.m. Sundays, except summers. Where: 800 E Palmetto St., Lakeland 33801. Information is online For more information, […]

Online discounts for LEGOLAND Florida

LEGOLAND Florida theme park offers discounts for tickets purchased online. Examples include $59.99 per person, valid for use until mid-December Super Saver $84.99, instead of regular price of $99.99 1-day LEGOLAND and LEGOLAND water park $109.99 for adults, instead of $124.99 2-day LEGOLAND and LEGOLAND water park $129.99 Online early-purchase offers are on the website. LEGOLAND Florida in […]

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 […]

Cool, Natural Florida Springs near Orlando

By Laura The Central Florida Springs, Florida’s natural cooling system, is one of those must-see destinations. With water temperatures in the low 70s, a dip in the Central Florida Springs is incredibly refreshing. A day at the springs is also cheap with entry starting at $2 for a Florida State Park. For an inexpensive fun […]

Oktoberfest festivities in Florida

Oktoberfest fest festivities are plentiful in Florida. They include October 12-13 Oktoberfest, Downtown Avalon Park. 5 p.m. to 10 p.m. Includes Alpine dancing, food trucks, kids’ activities, German music and beer garden. Free entry October 12 & 13 Oktoberfest Jacksonville Budweiser Brewery Experience, 111 Busch Drive, Jacksonville 32218. Entry fee for adults, free for 12 and younger. 904-232-3001 October 19 […]