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Gulfstream Park’s Music in the Park features the greatest collection of local homegrown performers. Photo courtesy of The Village at Gulfstream Park
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5/14/23 - By Lindsey Scannell

Miami summer concerts and music festivals are great ways to enjoy the warmer months. These music festivals in Miami and South Florida (many of which are FREE) offer fun ways to enjoy Mother Nature and make memories with the ones you love. Head to an outdoor concert or music festival in the sun or under the stars this summer in Miami and South Florida!

These summer music festivals welcome families of all shapes and ages! Just remember: This is South Florida, so bring sunscreen (for daytime events), water bottles, and maybe even a portable fan or misting spray bottle to keep kids (and parents) cool, calm, and safe.

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Summer Concerts & Outdoor Music Festivals for Families Near Miami

Ocean Drive Promenade Music Series

Miami - Sundays, May - August 2023
The Ocean Drive Association presents a free and open to the public, resident-centric and family-friendly concert series, bringing music outside of the concert hall and into the community. READ MORE

Viernes Culturales in Little Havana

Miami - Third Friday of every month
This free arts and music festival typically takes place on the third Friday of each month on Calle Ocho, in the heart of Little Havana. READ MORE

Jazz at MOCA Outdoor Concerts

North Miami - Last Friday of every month
Enjoy free outdoor jazz concerts, rain or shine, the last Friday of every month in Miami. READ MORE

Music in Gulfstream Park

Hallandale Beach - Various days
Gulfstream Park’s Music in the Park series features a collection of local performers, with weekly duos, trios, and DJ’s performing outside, Wednesday through Sunday nights at the Village Center Stage. READ MORE

Live Music at The Doral Yard

Miami - Various weekends
Most Friday and Saturday nights the Backyard is engulfed in live music from jazz to Latin funk, pop-up dance performances, and a brilliant selection of music. READ MORE
Oakland Park's Summer Nights Concert Series is a fun time for all. Photo courtesy of Oakland Park
Oakland Park's Summer Nights Concert Series is a fun time for all. Photo courtesy of Oakland Park

Summer Concerts & Outdoor Music Festivals for Families Near Fort Lauderdale

Tunes 'N Trucks Concert Series

Sunrise - Various Fridays
Each Tunes 'N Trucks event features live music and food trucks. Bring your lawn chair or blanket. Admission is free! READ MORE

Friday Night Sound Waves in Fort Lauderdale

Fort Lauderdale - Fridays, through May 26, 2023
Enjoy a night out with your family at this free event with vendors, local food & drink vendors, lawn games, and more. READ MORE

Sounds of the Town in Davie

Davie - May 19, June 16, July 21, & August 11, 2023
Enjoy a free night of music with a different  themed tribute band each month under the stars. READ MORE

One Tamarac: Multicultural Festival

Tamarac - Saturday, May 20, 2023
A free multicultural festival commemorating the city's 60th anniversary and celebrating the many faces and voices of our community. READ MORE

Oakland Park Summer Nights Concert Series

Oakland Park - May 5, June 9 & July 14, 2023
Gather your family, friends, and neighbors, for a free summer night concert.   READ MORE

Sounds at Sundown

Margate - June 3 & September 2, 2023
Be prepared to sing, dance, and have a blast at this Saturday concert series featuring live music and food trucks. READ MORE

Starlight Musicals in Fort Lauderdale

Fort Lauderdale - Fridays, June 9-August 11, 2023
Each summer, the City of Fort Lauderdale Parks and Recreation Department proudly presents the Bank of America Starlight Musicals concert series. For 43 years, these free outdoor concerts have provided a great way to enjoy the summer with family and friends. READ MORE

Music at the Hollywood Bandshell

Hollywood - Various dates
This free live outdoor venue is both picturesque and casual with its oceanside location.  Favorite local bands play nightly from Wednesday to Sunday. READ MORE
The City of Boynton Beach puts on this FREE monthly event at Centennial Park and Amphitheater and features a different band every month. Photo courtesy of City of Boynton
The City of Boynton Beach puts on this FREE monthly event at Centennial Park and Amphitheater and features a different band every month. Photo courtesy of City of Boynton

Summer Concerts & Outdoor Music Festivals for Families Near West Palm Beach

Clematis By Night in West Palm Beach

West Palm Beach - Thursdays, May-August
If you’re looking for live entertainment to add to your Thursday night itinerary head to this popular, award-winning weekly concert series. READ MORE

Summer in the City in Boca Raton

Boca Raton - Fridays
The Summer in the City series offers a line-up of free concerts on most Fridays throughout the summer. READ MORE

Sunday on the Waterfront - Summer

West Palm Beach - Third Sunday of every month
This concert series is the setting for good times and great entertainment, with some of the regions coveted acts performing against a waterfront backdrop. READ MORE

First Friday @ 5 Concert

Boynton Beach - June 2, July 7 & August 4, 2023
This monthly free family event takes place at Centennial Park and Amphitheater and features a different band every month, plus food trucks and an array of activities for children. Chairs and blankets are encouraged. READ MORE

Eats ‘N’ Beats Concert Series

Parkland - June 3, July 1, & August 3, 2023
Grab your lawn chairs and blankets, bring your family, friends, and a big appetite for this free outdoor concert and a wide variety of food trucks. READ MORE

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