August, September 2025 community events calendar

Expedition Dinosaur - Rise of the Mammals

Now - Sep. 1

Museum of Discovery & Science, 401 SW Second Street. Fort Lauderdale, FL 33312

Time: Monday - Thursday: 10 a.m. - 5 p.m. Friday - Saturday: 10 a.m. - 6 p.m. Sunday: 12 p.m. - 5 p.m.

This captivating exhibit takes you through the moments before, during and after the extinction event that ended the age of the dinosaurs. Witness life-size animatronic dinosaurs and mammals, complete with realistic movements and sounds, and delve into fascinating educational and interactive experiences. Exhibit included with Museum admission.

Cost: Museum Admission: $19-$25

More Info: mods.org/exhibit/expedition-dinosaur-rise-of-the-mammals

Paradise Under Palmettos

Now - Sep. 7

History Fort Lauderdale 231 SW Second Avenue Fort Lauderdale, FL 33301

Time: Monday - Friday: 10 a.m. - 4 p.m.

A summer art exhibit highlighting Florida’s wildlife and untamed beauty.

Cost: $15 adults, $7 children. Special discounts for seniors, military, and children under 6.More Info: Visit HistoryFortLauderdaleTickets.

Cinderella Youth Edition

Monday, Aug. 11

Broward Center for the Performing Arts

Amaturo Theater 201 SW Fifth Avenue Fort Lauderdale, FL 33312

Time: 6 p.m. & 7:30 p.m.

The musical follows Cinderella as she hopes for a better life, or at least one far away from her family members’ demands. She is granted that wish by a fairy godmother who, through her magical transformations of the young woman and a nearby pumpkin, helps bring Cinderella tantalizingly close to the destiny about which she dreams.

Cost: Ticket prices vary

More info: browardcenter.org/events/detail/summer-camp-cinderella-youth-edition

Coconut Groove Miami CocoWalk

Friday, Aug. 15

3015 Grand Avenue Miami, FL 33133

Time: 6 p.m. - 10 p.m.

Celebrate summer in style with live music and pop-up bars. Guests can enjoy an evening of music, drinks, and community vibes in one of Coconut Grove’s most iconic destinations. The first 25 guests to check in will receive a CocoWalk swag.

Cost: FreeMore Info & Tickets: eventbrite.com

International Ballet Festival of Miami

Saturday, Aug. 16 & Sunday, Aug. 17

Filmore Miami Beach

1700 Washington Avenue

Miami Beach, FL

Time:

Saturday, Aug. 16: 8 p.m.

Sunday, Aug. 17: 5 p.m.

The Annual International Ballet Festival of Miami is recognized as the most successful in the U.S. and is the only one of its kind in the State of Florida. The classical ballet performances give residents and visitors the unique opportunity to view a wide range of local, national and international artists of exceptional merit.

Cost: $35-$65

For more information, visit internationalballetfestival.org.

National Fentanyl Prevention and Awareness Day

Thursday, August 21

Revelry

227 South Federal Highway

Pompano Beach, FL 330262

Time: 5 p.m. – 7 p.m.

This event will honor the lives lost to illicit fentanyl poisoning. The day unites communities, advocates, first responders, educators and community leaders.

Cost: Free

For more information, call 954-401-3495

Trinidad and Tobago’s 63rd Independence Day

Saturday, Aug. 30

Vizcaya Park

14200 SW 55th Street

Miramar, FL 33027

Time: 6:00 p.m. – 10:00 p.m.

This year’s event promises an exhilarating showcase of music, culture, and national pride, with a star-studded entertainment lineup. The crowd will also be treated to the electrifying sounds of the Team Band, an all-star Trinidadian ensemble.

Cost: Free admission. $20 parking fee applies

To secure parking, visit TriniIndependence2025.Eventbrite.com.

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Mayte Padron Cordones is an Emmy-award winning journalist and the director of WPLG’s Community Relations Department, overseeing the station’s outreach initiatives to benefit and strengthen the South Florida community. She joined the station in 2001.