Free events in Plantation, FL

A food distribution from New Hope Food Pantry takes place at Dorsey-Riverbend.

Rock N Roll Poker League hosts a free Texas Hold'em night at The Fitz Bar & Lounge, pairing casual competition with cold drinks and comfort food. Play for free, with all experience levels welcome from first-timers to seasoned regulars. Tables are run by professional dealers and gratuities are welcome. Participants can earn league points, win venue gift cards, and work toward qualifying for a seasonal Main Event that awards more than $2,000 in prizes. Tea's Mac & Cheese will be serving crowd-pleasing classics, adding to the easygoing neighborhood atmosphere.

RNR Poker League brings a free Texas Hold’em night to The Fitz Bar & Lounge. Enjoy a cozy setting known for comfort fare and happy hours, with The Yum. Food Truck serving up bites alongside specialty cocktails and a full bar. Players can collect points toward league standings and prizes, while friendly, professional dealers keep the action moving and tips are welcome. All experience levels are encouraged, from first timers to seasoned players, for a relaxed blend of competition and camaraderie.

Food Truck Fridays turns the Tamarac Village Amphitheater into a community hangout with a wide mix of local food trucks, lively music, and family friendly games. Admission is free and open to everyone, and local merchant vendors add to the experience. All scheduled dates are provisional and may be adjusted. Vendors and bands should use official city channels only, and beware of anyone claiming to sell tickets or vendor spots.

Viernes Musicales brings a lively Latin music series to Riverland Park, offering free outdoor shows with live performances, upbeat rhythms, and a welcoming community atmosphere. Held on select Friday evenings, the concerts encourage guests to bring chairs or blankets, pack some snacks, and enjoy the music together with family and friends. The lineup includes artists such as Mikey’s Hotswing Latin Band and Sabor Latino.

Set beside the shoreline at Las Olas Oceanside Park, this open air marketplace pairs sea breezes with a lively mix of homemade and handcrafted goods. Visitors can browse farm fresh produce and fruit, savor global flavors and made to order bites, and find distinctive pieces for the closet and home decor. The roster of local vendors changes from week to week, bringing something new each time. Tastes and sips come from Alex’s Food Shop, Coco Market, Cool Pineapple, Fresh Organics & More, JC Beans Cafe, Mukie The Muffin Cookie, Pepe’s Neapolitan Pizza, Saucy Lips Tacos, and Sweet Blendz Acai. Bath, body, and home finds include Glass House Glassware, Handmade by Gachy, Picture Perfect Magnet Co, Pixel Print Studio, Readings by Joanne, Seascape Designs, Secret Studio Miami, and YH Pottery. Clothing and accessories are represented by 3rd Reef Line, Beuyancy, Elefante, Erena’s Closet, Espíritu Libre Pasión, Linen by MIKO, Nane, Paz Y Luna, and YN Accessories. Fine and fashion jewelry selections feature Axcessorybar, Bella’s Chakra Shop, Bella You, Ginger Brie, iWEAR …do you?, Petey’s Jewels, Selva & Co., Silver Edge Las Olas, and Silvia Iglesias Permanent Jewelry. Parking is available at the Las Olas Beach Garage.

The Tamarac Community Farmers Market offers free entry at Veterans' Memorial Park and features a wide variety of local foods and goods. Browse seasonal produce, fragrant teas, local honey, small batch sauces, fresh baked treats, creamy hummus, tangy pickles, and more from area growers and makers. Many producers are available to share the stories behind their handcrafted items and offer tastes. Local food trucks and merchants also participate. Vendor opportunities are handled only through official Special Events channels and the Tamarac Parks and Recreation Department, and there is a warning about unauthorized third parties claiming to sell tickets or vendor space. The schedule is subject to change.

MODS hosts a monthly sensory friendly morning with free admission, opening the Museum early before regular hours and concluding with an IMAX film. Interactive activities throughout the Museum encourage social connection and help build sensory processing and regulation skills in a welcoming environment. Theater settings are adjusted for comfort... brighter lights, lower volume, all films shown in 2D and no trailers. Guests may move around, sing, dance and bring comfort items such as snacks, blankets and small personal belongings. Preregistration is required. Sponsored by ABA Centers of Florida and Fifth Third Bank. Film selections are subject to change.

A free, in-person expressive art therapy support and social group designed for LGBTQ+ adults 55 and older. Hosted by SunServe, this weekly gathering blends creative activities with conversation to foster connection and community in a caring, judgment-free setting. Participants can explore art, share life experiences, and build relationships with peers. All art materials are provided, and a minimum four-week commitment is requested.

Free Texas Hold'em with the RNR Poker League unfolds at The Federal inside the Baptist Health IcePlex in Fort Lauderdale. There is no buy-in and no registration fee, and all skill levels are welcome in a relaxed setting with friendly, professional dealers. Tips are appreciated. Poker player specials offer 50% off house beers, draft beers, and house wines, and The Federal is located upstairs within the IcePlex. Participants can earn Rock N Roll Poker League points, compete for venue gift cards, and work toward qualifying for a seasonal Main Event featuring over $2,000 in prizes. Enjoy quality food and drinks alongside a lively poker community.