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Weekend Family Fun in South Florida

Friday, July 11th

Summer In The City Music Series!

Through August 8

SUMMER IN THE CITY: FLEETWOOD MAC TRIBUTE FREE CONCERT

Join us for a FREE summer concert series!
 
 

Join for a FREE summer concert series at Mizner Park Amphitheater!

The City of Boca Raton’s Summer in the City concert series provides a line-up of FREE concerts. 

Check out the other FREE & Ticketed shows in the Summer in the City series: 

  • Friday, July 11 – Santana / Steve Miller Band Tribute (Free Show)  
  • Friday, July 18 -Lovesong / The Cure Tribute (Free Show) 
  • Friday, July 25 – Women of Country Tribute with Samantha Russell (Free Show) 
  • Sunday, August 3 – Rob Thomas (Live Nation Ticketed Event)
  • Friday, August 8 – Battle of the Bands (Free Show)

All tribute concerts, the FAU Summer Concert Band, and the Battle of the Bands are free and open to the public. Guests are encouraged to bring chairs and blankets, with limited seating available on a first come, first-served basis. 

The Billy Currington and Rob Thomas concerts are ticketed events, presented by Live Nation.

Dinomania Hits MODS
This summer, dinosaurs take over MODS in a thrilling, immersive way. First, uncover the mysteries of Earth’s greatest transformation on an epic journey through final days of the dinosaurs when Expedition: Dinosaur – Rise of the Mammals roars to life on May 23!
 
This captivating traveling exhibit takes you through the moments before, during and after the extinction event that ended the age of the dinosaurs. Guests will marvel at life-size animatronic dinosaurs and mammals, complete with realistic movements and sounds, and delve into fascinating educational and interactive hands-on activities including cutting-edge paleontology experiences as they journey through extinction, evolution and resilience. Developed by Stage Nine Exhibits and locally sponsored by Joe DiMaggio Children’s Hospital, the exhibit runs through September 1, 2025.
 
MODS’ don’t miss dinosaur-themed IMAX® films include T. Rex, Dinosaurs of Antarctica and Dino Dana: The Movie. The exhibits and one film is included with Museum admission.

                                

401 SW 2nd Street

Ft. Lauderdale

Screen On The Green WPB

Second Friday of the month (July 11), 7 – 9 p.m.  

Great Lawn | 100 N. Clematis Street, West Palm Beach, FL 33401 | Watch Trailer 

Movie: Paddington in Peru 

 

                                

100 N Clematis

West Palm Beach

Saturday, July 12th

Santa is on vacation, visiting South Florida to celebrate the magic of Christmas in July at The Christmas Palace, the leading retailer for premium holiday decor in South Florida. On Saturday, July 12, in Miami and Sunday, July 13, in Fort Lauderdale, families are invited to a special free Christmas in July event celebration, South Florida–style.

All the good little boys and girls will have the opportunity to snap selfies with Santa while he’s in vacation mode, rocking his summer shades and flip flops while relaxing in a beach chair against a sunny backdrop, giving out tropical candy canes. Attendees can also capture moments in the digital photo booth with summer-themed Christmas props.

Big Kahuna Hawaiian Shaved Ice Food Truck will serve free, colorful shaved ice.

In addition, Santa is starting to make his list and check it twice. Children can drop their wish lists off in Santa’s Mailbox, which Rudolph will take straight to the North Pole.

Special offers available during this magical event include an additional 25% off the entire store and an extra 25% off any single item. The Christmas Palace is hosting hourly giveaways for summer, coastal-decorated trees, garland and wreaths, and Santa will be giving away a $500 gift card at each location.

      

Miami:

9820 NW 77th Ave.

Hialeah Gardens, FL 33016

 

Fort Lauderdale:

200 East Sunrise Blvd.

Fort Lauderdale, FL 33304

                                        

Palm Beach Zoo is bringing back their best deal of the year with the “Kids Free Summer” promotion, running from June 7th through August 10th, 2025. During this two-month period, families can bring up to four children ages 3 to 12 for free with the purchase of a full-price adult admission ticket.

 

The Zoo offers the perfect escape from Florida’s summer heat with shaded pathways winding through exotic habitats where families can encounter incredible animals from around the world. New this season, the reimagined Fountain Plaza Splash Pad provides a refreshing way for children to cool off while parents can take a moment to relax.

 

Additional summer attractions include:

 

  • Interactive feeding experiences in the Lorikeet Loft
  • The Wildlife Carousel for magical spins. Located in the Florida Wetlands section
  • Ice-cold Dippin’ Dots and ice cream to beat the heat
  • Educational encounters with Zoologists and the animals they care for to share fascinating animal facts and conservation tips

 

Palm Beach Zoo’s mission extends beyond entertainment, focusing on creating meaningful connections between children and wildlife. Each visit inspires respect for nature and a better understanding of our wild world.  

 

Promotion Details

  • Dates: June 7 – August 10, 2025
  • Offer: Up to four children ages 3-12 receive free admission with each full-price adult ticket
  • Note: Children age 2 and younger are always admitted free
  • Purchase: Children’s admission tickets available at the Zoo’s front entrance.

 

1301 Summit Blvd.

West Palm Beach

 
Sat, Jul 12 2025, 11:15am – 12:15pm
Members – Family Registration: $15.00
Admits up to two caregivers and four children
Non-Members – Family Registration: $25.00
Admits up to two caregivers and four children

 

1301 Summit Blvd.

West Palm Beach

Sunday, July 13th

12th Annual Boca Burger Battle

The 12th Annual Boca Burger Battle fires up on Saturday, July 12, 2025, at Sanborn Square Park! Watch top chefs compete in this sizzling showdown, serving up bold, mouthwatering burgers at “A Grilling Affair.”

 

72 N,. Federal Hwy
Boca Raton
Fairchild’s Mango Festival

Miami’s juiciest tradition ripens again as Fairchild Tropical Botanic Garden  celebrates the 31st Annual Mango Festival on Saturday, July 12, and Sunday, July 13. With rare mango varieties not found anywhere else in the U.S., hands-on classes, vibrant tastings, and tropical-inspired treats, this is one of the most delicious and colorful weekends of the summer.

 

10901 Old Cutler Road
Miami

Check back soon for more weekend family fun in South Florida and Boca Raton!

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