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Fort Lauderdale · Fort Lauderdale Firefighters' Benevolent Association

Sat, Oct 10 · 2:00 PM

A free, family-friendly Oktoberfest hosted by the Fort Lauderdale Firefighters' Benevolent Association, with beer tastings and food included in admission. Expect raffles, live entertainment, a home brew competition, and free beer samples. Kids are welcome and parking info is on the event's Facebook page.

Fort Lauderdale · Amerant Bank Arena

Sat, Oct 10 · 6:00 PM

The Panthers open their 2026-27 home campaign at Amerant Bank Arena against the Minnesota Wild, with every fan in attendance receiving an LED home opener rally towel. It's the first home date of the defending-era Cats' season and one of the loudest nights on the Sunrise calendar. Puck drops at 6 p.m. ET.

Fort Lauderdale · First Presbyterian Church of Fort Lauderdale

Sat, Oct 10 · 7:00 PM

First Presbyterian Church of Fort Lauderdale continues its free concert series with an evening performance by the Festival Singers of Florida. It's a no-cost night of choral music in a beautiful sanctuary setting, with donations welcome but never required. Free parking on site.

West Palm Beach · Dreyfoos Hall, Kravis Center

Sat, Oct 10 · 7:00 PM

Viral nurse-turned-comedian Nurse John brings his healthcare-inspired stand-up to Dreyfoos Hall for two shows in one night. His act riffs on hospital life, burnout, and the absurdities of modern medicine. Recommended for ages 18+.

Miami · Hard Rock Stadium

Sun, Oct 11 · 1:00 PM

The Dolphins host Joe Burrow and the Bengals at Hard Rock Stadium in Week 5 NFL action, airing nationally on FOX. Expect the full Miami game-day scene: tailgating lots, pre-game festivities, and a charged home crowd. Sunday 1 p.m. kickoff.

West Palm Beach · Dreyfoos Hall, Kravis Center

Wed, Oct 14 · 7:30 PM

America's oldest continuously active professional musical organization performs a free concert in Dreyfoos Hall as part of the Kravis Center's fall season. The Marine Band's precision and repertoire make this one of the most prestigious free tickets in South Florida. Note: the Kravis listing showed this performance as sold out; check the venue for released or waitlist tickets.

Miami · SoundScape Park, New World Center

Wed, Oct 14 · 8:00 PM

The City of Miami Beach's free outdoor movie series projects first-run and classic films onto the New World Center's 7,000-square-foot wall in SoundScape Park. This Wednesday's pick is the 80s adventure classic The Goonies, with English subtitles and captions. Bring a blanket and arrive early to claim a spot on the grass.

West Palm Beach · Clematis by Night stage, Downtown West Palm Beach

Thu, Oct 15 · 6:00 PM

West Palm Beach's beloved free Thursday-night concert series has run for more than three decades on Clematis Street. Grab a lawn chair or blanket for an evening of live music, South Florida style, in the heart of downtown. A long-running local tradition and an easy free night out.

Fort Lauderdale · Regal Dania Pointe (Opening Night), Dania Beach

Thu, Oct 15 · 7:00 PM

One of the world's largest LGBTQ+ film festivals returns for its fall edition with 20-plus international premieres from 20 countries across Broward and Miami-Dade. Opening night screens La Bola Negra at Regal Dania Pointe with an afterparty to follow, and the program includes a Halloween-themed centerpiece film and party. Individual film tickets start at $17.

Miami · Tropical Park

Fri, Oct 16 · 10:00 AM

A free three-day fair at Tropical Park pairing dozens of food trucks with live music, DJs, local vendors, and arts and crafts. It's built as a family-friendly weekend outing with fair-style activities alongside the eats. Admission is free; you just pay for what you sample.

Miami · Mana Wynwood

Fri, Oct 16 · 4:30 PM

Miami's beloved underground-leaning music festival returns to Mana Wynwood for two days of electronic, hip-hop, and indie acts across multiple stages, plus art installations and local food vendors. Known for adventurous bookings and a fiercely loyal crowd, it's the fall weekend South Florida's music obsessives plan around. Costumes are encouraged and both days run rain or shine.

West Palm Beach · CityPlace

Fri, Oct 16 · 6:00 PM

The inaugural citywide Taste of West Palm Beach gathers 30-plus restaurants at CityPlace for an evening of tastings, chef demonstrations, and live entertainment. Eataly brings an Italian pit-stop activation with car displays, and the DoorDash VIP Lounge adds an early hour with cocktails and a gift bag. Every dollar of ticket proceeds benefits the Palm Beach County Food Bank.