Parks
25 parks, playgrounds and dog parks in the city.
- Pembroke Pines Memorial Park0.7 mi from downtown
- John S. Fahey Park1.4 mi from downtown
- Flamingo Park1.5 mi from downtown
On a budget
Free things to do in Pembroke Pines
4 kinds of free outings in and around Pembroke Pines.
Good days out in Pembroke Pines don’t have to cost anything. These ideas come from the city’s parks, libraries, historic landmarks and nearby public lands. For free concerts, markets and festivals this week, see the free events calendar.
Libraries
Borrow books, movies and museum passes, and join free programs.
- Miramar Branch2050 Civic Center Place
- Pembroke Pines Branch/Walter C. Young Resource Center955 Nw 129 Avenue
- South Regional/Bcc Library7300 Pines Boulevard
Hiking
Trails on public land; some areas charge a parking or day-use fee.
- Arthur R. Marshall Loxahatchee National Wildlife Refuge34 mi north
- Elliot Key Campground39 mi south
- Pinecrest Group Campground42 mi southwest
Wildlife viewing
Birding and nature watching on public land.
- Arthur R. Marshall Loxahatchee National Wildlife Refuge34 mi north
- Big Cypress National Preserve49 mi west
- Everglades National Park57 mi southwest
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What are free things to do in Pembroke Pines?
Parks, Libraries, Hiking, Wildlife viewing. City parks and libraries are free; some outdoor areas on federal land charge a parking or day-use fee, noted on each listing.
Are there free events in Pembroke Pines this weekend?
Check the free events calendar, updated daily from local organizations, libraries and the city.
Do I need a library card to use the library?
No card is needed to visit or attend most programs; a free card from the local library lets you borrow books, movies and often museum passes.