This weekend in Parkland, FL

Runners gather in the Walmart Coral Springs - Coral Ridge Dr parking lot near Starbucks for a group run of 4.5 miles or more. A club cooler stocked with water and Gatorade is provided. Participants can bring friends and connect with other runners. For more information, contact Staci at soflotrackclub2025@gmail.com.

Enjoy a free Pilates class at Wildflower Park along the intracoastal, a refreshing way to energize your day. All experience levels are welcome. Bring a mat and a water bottle, and no registration is needed. Parking is limited, and a complimentary ride to the park is available through BocaConnect, an eco-friendly shuttle service.

A painting session welcomes beginners and experienced artists alike. Attend with friends or family, or come on your own and meet new people while you paint. Choose from a wide range of items to personalize, including statues, plaques, boxes, and superhero designs. There are no studio fees or hidden charges, just the cost of the piece you pick, with prices ranging from $15 to $65. Brushes are available if needed, with a 10-pack priced at $5, or bring your own. Complete your creation and take it home the same day.

At Art Paper Scissors, children spend the first half painting a Pokemon, then shift to a card-trading session. Bring binders of cards for easier swaps. Each child receives a booster pack. This is a 1.5 hour drop-off event for ages 5 and up. Online registration in advance is required.

Make a beach day of it or drop in for lunch and drinks with Mark Zaden at The Beachcomber Resort's Deep Oceanfront Bar & Dining. Enjoy a laid-back visit by the water with food, refreshments, and Mark's company in an oceanfront setting.

Celebrate the season at an unofficial Love & Deepspace Hunter meetup with an autumn-inspired theme. Fans can connect with fellow Hunters and Love Interests enthusiasts while enjoying games and challenges like Kitty Cards, Gravity Trials, and Hunter Match. Get creative by decorating photocards, explore themed photo areas, and capture memories with cosplayers. Shop from local vendors for fandom merchandise and exclusive goodies, and sip cozy seasonal drinks. The event features refreshed experiences and immersive activities, plus optional tiered perks that may include exclusive merch, raffle entries, magnets, bookmarks, lomo cards, drink tickets, and plush photocard holders. Early Hunter Access includes a special group photo opportunity with all five Love Interests. Admission is free, with additional perks available for purchase.

At Lucky Strike Tamarac in Tamarac, FL, the Kids Bowl Free program gives kids two complimentary games every day throughout the summer. It is designed for family-friendly fun and creating shared memories. The initiative is offered at more than 1,300 bowling centers, and over 40 million families have made it a summer tradition.

A 13-week Commander League invites players to battle in multiplayer pods of three to five. Each session features two rounds, and the winner of a round takes home a pack of their choice. Entry is $6. The league offers three tiers so everyone can find the right table, including a casual option suited to newer players and preconstructed decks, an optimized level for more tuned lists, and a competitive bracket for high-powered play. Participation is tracked throughout the season to qualify for Prize Night. The prize pool grows over the league and is shared among those who both attend Prize Night and have played on at least three league nights. For questions, call 561-722-2872 or send a message on Facebook or Instagram.

A special Magic: The Gathering Commander event inspired by The Hobbit centers on the Arkenstone, the Heart of the Mountain. Control of the Arkenstone shifts between players during the game, and the first player to claim it three times wins. Alliances may form and fall as everyone pursues the greatest treasure beneath the Lonely Mountain. This event runs alongside the weekly Commander League at Tower of Games. Entry is $3. Participants receive an An Unexpected Party promo card while supplies last, along with a participation booster pack. The event code is YENXYEY.

Experience a high-energy car party set inside a parking garage. It is a party rather than a car show. A DJ will be spinning on the rooftop, the entrance level will have a full bar, and food trucks will be on site. Admission options include $50 per car to park inside the party or $10 walk-in entry. Sponsorship tiers and vendor spots are available by direct message.

Experience Sippin’ Fire live at Galuppi’s in a high energy show filled with charged melodies. Led by a soulful lead vocalist and driven by guitar, bass, and drums, the band delivers back-to-back hits spanning the 70s through today. Hear classic rock from artists such as Queen, Pink Floyd, Loverboy, Pat Benatar, and Davie Bowie, with occasional turns into disco, country, and even a touch of heavy metal. General admission is $10.

Souljam brings a six piece jam band sound from Vero Beach, weaving original songs with thoughtfully selected covers honed over 11 years together. The music draws on classic rock traditions and the exploratory spirit associated with the Allman Brothers, Widespread Panic, Umphrey’s Mcgee, and Tedeschi Trucks Band, while focusing on fresh ideas and lively improvisation instead of leaning on the familiar.

DJ Taerock makes a return appearance in association with Doc Reno’s Bacon, Beer, and BBQ and the My Family Matters Foundation.

The Brass Evolution delivers a high-energy salute to horn-driven rock and pop, performed by an accomplished lineup featuring Michaela Paige, a Top 12 finalist from season 3 of NBC’s The Voice, alongside former members of Hot Brass Monkey. The show spans beloved hits from the 70s and 80s with brassy, soulful renditions of songs by Chicago, Earth, Wind & Fire, Blood, Sweat & Tears, Tower of Power, Average White Band, Kool & The Gang, Chaka Khan, and more. Admission is free.

Pig Vicious partners with Doc Reno of Big 105.9 iHeartRadio for the eighth annual Bacon Beer & BBQ Fest. Attendees can enjoy Pig Vicious barbecue, have beers, and take in live music. The celebration also supports a charitable cause.

Oliver Samuels, known as the King of Jamaican Comedy, appears live in the stage comedy Where Dere’s A Will, Dere’s A Criminal! at Coral Springs Center for the Performing Arts. Early Bird General and VIP tickets are offered, along with Pre-Sold General and VIP options, and a facilities fee applies.