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Be there, the fair! The Miami-Dade County Youth Fair, which was set to start in mid-March, has been rescheduled for Nov. 18-Dec. 5, 2021. So instead of the springtime South Florida tradition, we’ll get to enjoy the fair fun in a whole different season.  To keep up with latest news, sign up for the daily Miami …

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Last year, Jazz in the Gardens – the popular, two-day music festival in Miami Gardens – had to be canceled just days shy of its scheduled start. And this year, the popular event is not faring any better.  Due to ongoing challenges associated with the pandemic, the city has announced its springtime event, which typically …

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Miami-Dade is filled with great trails that allow you to be active with your bicycles on a budget. Whether you want to mountain bike or just take a nice cruise, here are 13 free and cheap bike trails in Miami-Dade County that you and your family can enjoy. Remember to always take sunscreen, a water …

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Have you visited the Miami Beach Botanical Garden lately?  This 3-acre tropical oasis sits in the heart of Miami Beach, at 2000 Convention Center Drive, and is brimming with beauty. Best of all: It’s open to the public from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. daily (except Mondays) for $5 per person. There’s a $1.94 fee. …

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The Bass Museum of Art in Miami Beach offers a Free Family Day on the last Sunday of most months. Families are invited to enjoy special activities such as arts projects and scavenger hunts.  To keep up with latest news, sign up for the daily Miami on the Cheap newsletter. You can also follow us on Facebook …

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Did you know the Miami Design District offers free guided tours of the neighborhood’s world-renowned public art and architecture?  To keep up with latest news, sign up for the daily Miami on the Cheap newsletter. You can also follow us on Facebook and on Twitter and visit our Facebook group page The tours take place every Saturday …

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Keeping track of what’s open or closed throughout Miami-Dade County can seem like a daunting task. So we’ve compiled a list to help you out! Keep in mind that the status of places may suddenly change, so we always advise checking with a venue (when possible) for official confirmation. We’ll be updating this list, so …

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Celebrate the summer solstice with Make Music Miami (MMM) and make the longest day of the year a special one with performances from local musicians! MMM is the Miami edition of Make Music Day, which takes place June 21 and is billed as “a free celebration of music around the world.” This year, organizers have …

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