Free events in Fort Lauderdale, FL

This community beach cleanup supports the care of South Florida’s shoreline as part of the Fort Lauderdale Beach Sweep. Volunteers are welcome and receive free parking. RSVP is handled through Eventbrite.

Settle in at Emerald Hills Golf & Country Club for a free Texas Hold’em experience with the Rock N Roll Poker League. There is no buy-in or cover, and membership is not required. Tables are staffed by professional dealers, and tips are appreciated. Players can earn league points that count toward prizes, leaderboard standings, and the season finals. All experience levels are welcome, from newcomers to regulars. Expect a relaxed, social setting with cards, cocktails, and conversation, plus a full bar and kitchen serving food and drinks throughout play.

Free to play Texas Hold'em comes to The Federal with the RNR Poker League. The casual eatery inside the Baptist Health IcePlex serves wings and pub fare in a simple setting with plenty of TVs, plus rotating craft brews and delicious bites with Happy Hour all night. Friendly, professional dealers run the tables, and tips are appreciated. Players can earn league points and prizes. All skill levels are welcome, and beginners are encouraged. Expect great poker and laid back vibes at this weekly hangout.

A food giveaway is taking place, with food provided at no cost to the community.

Rock N Roll Poker League brings a free Texas Hold'em night to The Fitz Bar & Lounge, pairing friendly competition with cold drinks, great food, and an easygoing neighborhood atmosphere. There is no buy-in, and all skill levels are welcome, including beginners. Friendly, professional dealers run the tables, and tips are appreciated. Players can earn league points, win venue gift cards, and work toward qualifying for a seasonal Main Event with more than $2,000 in prizes. Tea's Mac & Cheese will be on site serving comforting favorites from the food truck.

Young SEEDs in the Park is a free, 2.5-hour program for children ages 5 to 12. An RSVP through Eventbrite is required to participate. Through hands-on activities, children learn about nutrition and wellness, practice making thoughtful choices, and discover how those choices support their own health and the well-being of the planet. The day blends gardening, food demonstrations, and education with movement, yoga, mindful breathing, and art. During cooking segments, educators introduce new vegetables to broaden young palates and encourage healthy eating. In the garden, kids dig in with practical tasks like planting and mulching, then transition from active play to creative time for inspiration and art. Monthly meetings feature fresh activities, and continued attendance is encouraged.

Walk-in interviews are available for caregiver roles with on-the-spot consideration. Candidates may qualify with CNA, HHA, LPN, or RN certification or licensure, and assistance is available for obtaining an HHA. Please bring I-9 documentation, CPR certification, and TB test results or a chest X-ray, and be prepared for a background check and AHCA fingerprinting. Completing the application in advance can help speed up the process.

Enjoy a free weekly trivia night at Bru's Room Pompano Beach presented by Trivia Nation. The game is general knowledge and plays in the spirit of Jeopardy! or Trivial Pursuit, with questions designed for a broad range of ages. Teams are encouraged, whether you come with friends, co-workers, or family, and solo players can link up with a group on site. There are $100 in prizes each week, adding extra motivation as you compete and get your brain in gear. For an edge before you play, the organizers share a free answer of the week on their website.

Presented within Hued Songs’ Juneteenth Experience 2026, Where We Stay is a no-cost visual arts showcase curated by Tayina Deravile at the Daisy Arts Center. Nine Broward-based artists contribute works that consider what home means in Black communities, drawing on themes of family, remembrance, adornment, lived experience, and cultural inheritance. The exhibition also pays tribute to the Sistrunk neighborhood’s history and to Dr. James and Daisy Sistrunk, whose residence served as a cherished gathering space for jazz performers, dignitaries, artists, and community leaders. The opening reception offers an early look at pieces by Allison Bolah, Adrienne Chadwick, Amaya Estrada, Clarence Josey II, Emmanuel George, Shawna Moulton, Cornelius Tulloch, Carrington Ware, and Chris Friday, with public gallery hours to follow.

Enjoy a night of free Texas Hold'em with the Rock N Roll Poker League at World of Beer Coconut Creek. There is no buy in and no registration fee, so players can simply take a seat and start playing. League participants receive happy hour pricing all night. As you play, earn league points, compete for venue gift cards, and work toward a seasonal Main Event that awards over $2,000 in prizes. World of Beer also offers a rewards program where guests can collect points on purchases and redeem them for food, drinks, and exclusive offers. All experience levels are welcome, and friendly professional dealers keep the action moving. Expect great food, a wide beer selection, and an upbeat atmosphere.

RNR Poker League brings free-to-play Texas Hold’em to The Fitz Bar & Lounge, a cozy spot with comfort fare, happy hours, live music, and a food truck. The menu features specialty cocktails, a full bar, and tasty eats, with The Yum. Food Truck serving alongside the action. Players can earn points toward league standings and prizes, and the tables are staffed by friendly, professional dealers, with tips appreciated. All experience levels are welcome, from first-timers to seasoned players. Arriving early helps with grabbing a drink, finding a seat, and settling in for the games.