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 […]
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Iconic Mermaids at Weeki Wachee in Florida
Florida’s unique attractions include Weeki Wachee Springs State Park A signature feature at the park is a mermaid show Other features include Wildlife program River boat Buccaneer Bay, swimming available in spring waters offered in summer waterslides, kiddie pool and lazy river picnic areas, no glass Fees are $13 for adults, $8 for ages 6 […]
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, […]
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 […]
Tampa Bay CityPASS saves 37% on 5 attractions
The national CityPASS program, a ticket booklet with discounts to a city’s most popular attractions, has expanded to include Tampa Bay. You can buy a Tampa Bay CityPASS online. You can e-mail yourself a voucher, which can be redeemed at any of the included attractions, or ship the booklet to youself through the mail. After […]
Dazzling holiday boat parades in Florida
Floating festivities are popular in the Sunshine State, especially boat parades during the winter season in Florida when yachts and other watercraft are elaborately festooned with lights and decorations. Boat parades include: November 30 Jacksonville Light Boat Parade 6:30 p.m., St. Johns River December 7 December 7 Fort Myers Beach Boat Parade 6 p.m. December 7 Apollo […]
Discounts for boat fun in Florida
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 […]
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Downtown St. Petersburg Art lovers rejoice! If you are planning a visit to St. Petersburg, the downtown neighborhood is the place to stay, to get your creative fix fulfilled. Explore 5 distinct arts districts; The Waterfront, which houses such heavy weights as the Dali Museum and the Chihuly Collection as well as the Museum of […]