Tag: 10/3/26

Downtown Doral Oktoberfest 10/1/26 – 10/3/26

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Downtown Doral Oktoberfest
Thursday, 10/01/2026-10/03/2026, 07:00 pm-12:00 am
Downtown Doral Pocket Park
5275 Northwest 85th Avenue,
Doral, Florida, 33166
Eventbrite
Cost: 89.99

Downtown Doral is bringing Oktoberfest to South Florida with three nights of festive fun, October 1–3. The celebration will transform Downtown Doral’s Pocket Park into a lively gathering featuring German festival favorites, live music, featured beers and plenty of photo-worthy moments.

Guests can dig into classics like pretzels, bratwurst and pretzel dogs from specialty food Häuser, while enjoying live music from the Groove Brothers. A larger-than-life Oktoberfest marquee will set the scene, with featured beers available at participating Downtown Doral restaurants for guests 21+.

Individual Passes ($89.99) and Friends Passes ($119.99) include event vouchers that can be redeemed for food and featured beers, with recharge passes available at check-in.

“Viva Fort Lauderdale: Celebrating Hispanic Art & Culture” at History Fort Lauderdale 9/17/26 -10/25/26

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“Viva Fort Lauderdale: Celebrating Hispanic Art & Culture” at History Fort Lauderdale
Thursday, 09/17/2026-10/25/2026, 10:00 am-04:00 pm
History Fort Lauderdale
231 SW Second Avenue,
Fort Lauderdale, Florida, 33301
Website
Cost: Free

History Fort Lauderdale, committed to preserving our collective heritage, promoting historical literacy, and fostering a sense of pride and stewardship for the vibrant tapestry of our region’s history, will present its Hispanic Heritage Month fifth anniversary exhibit, “Viva Fort Lauderdale: Celebrating Hispanic Art & Culture.” The free fine art exhibit, running from Thursday, September 17, through Sunday, October 25, will feature work from local award-winning artists-in-residence including Florencia Clement de Grandprey (Spain), Isabel Perez Salazar (Venezuela), and Lifrancis Rojas (Venezuela). New this year will be sculptures from Norman Silva (Nicaragua). The exhibit will be available to view at History Fort Lauderdale’s New River Inn (231 Southwest Second Avenue).

History Fort Lauderdale’s “Viva Fort Lauderdale” is sponsored by the following funds at the Community Foundation of Broward: Jan and Ed Crocker Unrestricted Fund, Leo M. and Alice J. Rutten Fund and The Frederick A. DeLuca Foundation Broward Community Fund. Additional funding is provided, in part, by Broward County Board of County Commissioners as recommended by the Broward County Cultural Council and Visit Lauderdale.

History Fort Lauderdale hosts a variety of engaging multicultural experiences, year-round. It seeks to bring awareness to the community through both traveling exhibits and multiple permanent exhibits including “Women Trailblazers,” “Fort Lauderdale – the Early Years,” “Roots of Resilience: The Journey of Black Broward,” “Fashion & Musical Theatre,” “From Dugouts to Dream Yachts: the story of boatbuilding along the New River,” Seminole Arts & Culture,” “New River Archaeology,” and “Take PRIDE, a retrospective on LGBTQ life in South Florida.”

History Fort Lauderdale is open seven days a week from 10 a.m. – 4 p.m. with docent guided tours, daily, at 1, 2 and 3 p.m. Group walking tours are available upon special request. Admission is $15 for adults; $12 for seniors and $7 for students (through age 22 with a valid student ID). Admission is free for members, military and children ages six and under. Tickets are available online at HistoryFortLauderdaleTickets.

For more information, call (954) 463-4431 or visit historyfortlauderdale.org

Bubble Run – Miami 10/3/26

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Bubble Run – Miami
Saturday, 10/03/2026-, 08:00 am-11:00 am
Homestead-Miami Speedway
1 Ralph Sanchez, Speedway Blvd.,
Homestead, Florida, 33035
Website
Cost: 0

Free Registration to the Homestead 2026 Bubble Run Is Still Available!

Get ready, Homestead – it’s time to run, walk, dance, and make a splash! The Bubble Run is heading back to town for another unforgettable day of foam-filled fun. This one-of-a-kind 5K combines fitness and festivity, sending participants through colorful bubble bogs and clouds of foam that guarantee smiles from start to finish. It’s non-competitive and untimed making it perfect for all ages to participate!

Join us at Homestead-Miami Speedway on October 3, for this family-friendly event where runners, walkers, and strollers are all welcome. Dress comfortably, bring your crew, and get ready to cross the finish line in every color of the rainbow—covered in bubbles and memories you’ll never forget!

🎈 Perfect for families, friends, and fun-loving runners
👟 All ages and fitness levels welcome
🫧 Expect laughter, music, and mountains of foam
🎟️ Registration is open now – spots fill up fast!

Get your tickets now at https://bubblerun.com/locations/bubble-run/miami

The Poppy Project Pop-Up Living Garden at Galleria Fort Lauderdale 9/10/26 – 11/10/26

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The Poppy Project Pop-Up Living Garden at Galleria Fort Lauderdale
Thursday, 09/10/2026-11/10/2026, 10:00 am-08:00 pm
Galleria Fort Lauderdale
2414 East Sunrise Blvd.,
Fort Lauderdale, Florida, 33304
Website
Cost: Free

Galleria Fort Lauderdale presents The Poppy Project Pop-Up Living Garden in support of Henderson Behavioral Health (HBH) in collaboration with the USS Fort Lauderdale (LPD28) Support Committee. This public art initiative is designed to honor veterans while raising awareness and funds for critical mental health services. Shoppers can take colorful photos and selfies to share online and connect with and donate to HBH’s virtual Legacy Wall which encourages friends and families to honor loved ones who have served or are currently serving our country. The cherished photo opportunity with the larger-than-life artistic poppy flowers will run through November 10 at Galleria Fort Lauderdale (2414 East Sunrise Blvd.).

Designed by South Florida based Ingham Landscaping and presented by Galleria Fort Lauderdale, the two-month living garden will be a colorful and lively setting featuring the five-and 6-foot striking handcrafted fiberglass poppy flowers which are a remembrance of those who protect and serve our country. The inside mall garden will include a variety of tropical ornamental plants and shrubs that will complement the artistic poppy works of art.

Adding to the installation, will be “Soldier Stories,” an exclusive exhibition by award-winning artist Marilyn Johansen honoring veterans and the military. Visitors will also be encouraged to select free postcards and add a personal message to current servicemen and women. This special moment is arranged by the USS Fort Lauderdale (LPD28) Support Committee. Special retail offers will coincide with this community project.

Inspired by the poppy’s historical significance as a symbol of sacrifice, rooted in the World War I poem “In Flanders Fields,” and later adopted as a national emblem of remembrance, HBH’s The Poppy Project brings this tradition to life in a local and meaningful way.

The effort is sponsored by key community partners and supporters including The Leo Goodwin Foundation, Arlene Pecora, the Henderson Behavioral Health Board of Directors, Florida Power & Light Company (FPL), USS Fort Lauderdale (LPD28) Support Committee, Community Foundation of Broward, Disabled American Veterans-Gold Coast Chapter 133, Riverwalk Fort Lauderdale and Galleria Fort Lauderdale.

To learn more, call (954) 564-1015 or visit www.galleriamall-fl.com.

October Free 1st Saturday 10/3/26

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October Free 1st Saturday
Saturday, 10/03/2026-10/03/2026, 10:00 am-04:00 pm
Gold Coast Railroad Museum
12450 SW 152nd Street,
Miami, Florida, 33177
Website
Cost: Free

The Gold Coast Railroad Museum is hosting their monthly 1st Free Satruday on October 3, 2026. Explore our rail cars, dive into history, and enjoy our monthly artisan market!

📍Gold Coast Railroad Museum – next to Zoo Miami

🕚Museum Hours: 10am–4pm

🚂 Train rides for sale throughout the day – climb aboard and ride the rails!

🎟️ Free entry to explore the museum’s historic railcars and locomotives.

CENTRAL MAKERS ARTISAN MARKET & FOOD VENDORS!

October Free 1st Saturday 10/3/26

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October Free 1st Saturday
Saturday, 10/03/2026-10/03/2026, 10:00 am-04:00 pm
Gold Coast Railroad Museum
12450 SW 152nd Street,
Miami, Florida, 33177
Website
Cost: Free

The Gold Coast Railroad Museum is hosting their monthly 1st Free Satruday on October 3, 2026. Explore our rail cars, dive into history, and enjoy our monthly artisan market!

📍Gold Coast Railroad Museum – next to Zoo Miami

🕚Museum Hours: 10am–4pm

🚂 Train rides for sale throughout the day – climb aboard and ride the rails!

🎟️ Free entry to explore the museum’s historic railcars and locomotives.

CENTRAL MAKERS ARTISAN MARKET & FOOD VENDORS!

YMCA of South Florida’s 10th Annual Beach Ball Gala 10/3/26

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YMCA of South Florida’s 10th Annual Beach Ball Gala
Saturday, 10/03/2026-, 06:30 pm-11:30 pm
Seminole Hard Rock Hotel & Casino
1 Seminole Way,
Hollywood, Florida, 33314
Website
Cost:

The YMCA of South Florida will host its 10th annual Beach Ball Gala on Saturday, October 3 at the Seminole Hard Rock Hotel and Casino, 1 Seminole Way in Hollywood. Beginning at 6:30 p.m., the Y’s signature fundraising event supports water safety education and drowning prevention initiatives across South Florida.

More than 600 guests are expected to attend the Beach Ball with all proceeds supporting financial assistance for the YMCA of South Florida’s aquatics programs, which include free and subsidized swim lessons for underserved youth, wet and dry safety lessons, Swim for Jenny, and resources for families to prevent child drownings.

For more information on Beach Ball 2026, including sponsorships and tickets, please visit ymcasouthflorida.org/beach-ball/. For sponsorship opportunities or additional questions, please contact Aimee Fretwell at AFretwell@YMCASouthFlorida.org or at 954-334-9622, ext. 1045.