Free events in Pompano Beach, 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.

Step back into the MTV-fueled 1980s with The MTVJ’s in a live celebration of the songs that reshaped popular music. The show revisits the anthems that defined early Music Television and its video jockeys, channeling the energy that got a generation up and moving. The set features familiar 80s favorites that invite dancing and clapping. Admission is free.

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.

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.

Oceanic Pompano Beach opens its oceanfront spaces for a wedding showcase tailored to couples at any stage of planning. Explore private event areas, gather ideas, and speak with a curated selection of wedding vendors, including florists, photographers, and more. Enjoy a relaxed coastal setting with light bites, a complimentary glass of bubbly on arrival, and time to ask questions and picture how your celebration could take shape by the sea. Whether you are just getting started or finalizing details, this afternoon offers inspiration and direct connections with experienced industry professionals.

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.

Jukebox Gypsies bring a set of well-known rock and roll spanning the 60s, 70s, 80s, and beyond, with songs made famous by The Beatles, The Rolling Stones, The Kinks, Crosby, Stills, Nash & Young, The Eagles, Neil Young, Santana, The Allman Brothers, Lynyrd Skynyrd, and The Marshall Tucker Band. A complete Neil Young set is included, performed as the Forever Young tribute. There is no entry fee, and table reservations are available.