Free Gate Day at Broward County Regional Parks
Toddler-friendly seasonal event in Fort Lauderdale, FL
Broward County regional parks that charge a gate fee, including Quiet Waters, Markham, T.Y. Park, C.B. Smith, Tradewinds, Vista View and Hollywood North Beach0 mo–18 yrs
60–180 min
morning · afternoon
Seasonal: Nov 8Coming up · Nov 8 — 2026: Sunday, Nov 8. Free gate entry during each park's hours. Expires after Nov 8, 2026.
Sun Nov 8, 2026, during each park's regular hours. The county page does not list hours.
Free gate entry at every Broward County regional park that charges a gate fee, Sun Nov 8, 2026, during each park's regular hours. The county page does not list hours. This free-gate day is in honor of National Veterans and Military Family Members Month, the Sunday before Veterans Day. It is for everyone, not only veterans. It does not cover parking at Hollywood North Beach Park or the A1A pocket parks, water parks, camping, boat or shelter rentals, or special events.
Why kids love it
A free day to walk into a county park that usually charges a gate fee. Parking at Hollywood North Beach is still paid, and water parks are not included.
Fort Lauderdale · Coastal Broward
🎒 Packing list
- • Sunscreen
- • Water bottles
- • Snacks
- • Wipes
- • Cash for vendors
Safety notes
- ! Crowds: use a wearable ID or write your number on toddler's arm
- ! Hydrate more than you think you need
Parent reviews
Quick facts
- Address
- Broward County regional parks that charge a gate fee, including Quiet Waters, Markham, T.Y. Park, C.B. Smith, Tradewinds, Vista View and Hollywood North Beach
- Cost
- Free gate entry (not parking at Hollywood North Beach or the A1A pocket parks, and not water parks, camping, rentals or special events)
- Ages
- 0–18 yr
- Time needed
- 60–180 minutes
- Best time
- morning and afternoon
- Setting
- Outdoor
- Shade
- Little or none
- Season
- Nov 8. 2026: Sunday, Nov 8. Free gate entry during each park's hours. Expires after Nov 8, 2026.
- Hours
- Sun Nov 8, 2026, during each park's regular hours. The county page does not list hours.
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Questions about Free Gate Day at Broward County Regional Parks
Is Free Gate Day at Broward County Regional Parks good for toddlers?
Yes. We recommend Free Gate Day at Broward County Regional Parks for ages 0–18 yr. A free day to walk into a county park that usually charges a gate fee. Parking at Hollywood North Beach is still paid, and water parks are not included.
How much does Free Gate Day at Broward County Regional Parks cost?
Free Gate Day at Broward County Regional Parks is free. Prices and policies change, so confirm before you go.
How long should we plan for Free Gate Day at Broward County Regional Parks?
Most families spend 60 to 180 minutes. It is at its best in the morning and afternoon. Sun Nov 8, 2026, during each park's regular hours. The county page does not list hours.
Does Free Gate Day at Broward County Regional Parks have shade, restrooms and stroller access?
Plan for little or no shade. We have no record of restrooms or stroller access here, so check before you go.
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