Celebrate Family Fun Day in Celebration of Caribbean Heritage Month
Enjoy food, fun, games, and a steel drum performance at the Caribbean Heritage Month Family Fun Day.
- When: July 30, Noon – 2:00 pm
Where: Waters Edge Park, 7508 NW 61st Street, Tamarac, FL 33321 - More details:
- Enjoy the park’s splash pad activities, music, games and more!
- For more details, click here.
Save the Date:
Back to School Splash
Join the City of Tamarac for one last splash before school starts! Enjoy a pool party with music and fun activities.
- When: August 6, 10:00 am – 1:00 pm
- Where: Caporella Aquatic Center, 9300 NW 58th St., Tamarac, FL 33321
- Cost: $5 per person
- More Details: Arrive early! The first 60 children (ages 5-12) will receive a back-to-school goodie bag!
- More information: Call the Caporella Aquatic complex at 954-597-3660
Reminders
Attention Runners and Walkers: Join Vice Mayor Mike Gelin in the Tamarac Run Club
Walkers and runners of all ages can stay healthy and get their steps in, meet neighbors and build community with Tamarac Vice Mayor Mike Gelin.
- When: Every Monday, Wednesday, and Friday at 7:00 pm
- Where: Tamarac Sports Complex, 9901 NW 77th Street, Tamarac, FL 33321
- Register: Online or in-person at the Tamarac Community Center, 8601 West Commercial Boulevard, Tamarac, FL 33351
- More information: Call 954-597-3620 or click here.
Mind-Cleansing Meditation: In-Person and Online
- When: 11:00 am on the first and third Friday of each month
- Where:
- In-Person: Tamarac Community Center, 8601 West Commercial Boulevard, Tamarac, FL 33351
- Online: Participants will be provided with an access link following pre-registration. Internet access and a quiet space is required.
- More details:
- Enjoy learning about the purpose and process of meditation, to be followed by a guided 30-minute meditation session.
- Space is limited.
- Advance registration is required for in-person and virtual sessions by calling (954) 597-3642.
- Learn more here.
Positive Adjustment and Support Group: In-Person and Online
- When: Every Monday from 10:30 am – 11:30 am
- Where:
- In-Person: Tamarac Community Center, 8601 West Commercial Boulevard, Tamarac, FL 33351
- Online: Participants will be provided with an access link following pre-registration. Internet access and a quiet space is required.
- More details:
- Sessions are led by a licensed mental health therapist
- Participants will learn strategies to cope with life changes
- Space is limited.
- Advance registration is required for in-person and virtual sessions by calling (954) 597-3642.
- More information is available here.
The Tamarac Farmers’ Market
- When: Every Sunday, 9:00 am – 2:00 pm
- Where: Tamarac Veterans Park, 7825 Southgate Blvd., Tamarac, FL 33321.
- More details: For more information, call 954-597-3620.
City Provides Residents Free Rides to the Tamarac Farmers’ Market
- When: On the 2nd and 4th Sunday of the month. The shuttle service will pick up residents from their homes prior to 10:00 am; the return shuttle will leave the park at 12:00 pm.
- Where: The Farmers Market is held at Tamarac Veterans Park, 7825 Southgate Blvd., Tamarac, FL 33321.
- More details: This free service is available for Tamarac Residents only
- More information: Please call 954-597-3649.
Check Out More Great City Activities
Tamarac’s “Eat Healthy, Be Active” Program
Tamarac’s Parks and Recreation invites you to attend “Eat Healthy, Be Active,” a series of community workshops designed to promote good health and reduce the risk of chronic skin disease.
Find more details here.
For more information or to be placed on the interest list, please contact (954) 597-3642.
City of Tamarac Food Pantry Open to Qualified Residents
The City’s Food Pantry is open to qualified residents the 1st, 2nd, and 3rd Thursday of every month while supplies last!
Residents can visit once a month to receive a supply of non-perishable food, such as canned vegetables, beans, fruits, meats, pasta, nut butters, jams, baby food and formula.
With COVID-19 safety in mind, the Pantry operates by appointment only on the first and second Thursday of each month. Only one member of a registered household may be served during their scheduled 30-minute session. Masks may be required for the duration of each visit.
- When: By appointment only on the 1st, 2nd, and 3rd Thursday of every month, while supplies last
- Where: Call 954-597-3626 to schedule an appointment
- Requirements:
- Must be a Tamarac resident
- Must be experiencing a financial hardship
- Must be within these income guidelines*:
*Per City of Tamarac
Additional Upcoming Food Distribution Events
The Korean United Methodist Church of South Florida, at 6501 W. Commercial Blvd., is hosting its food distribution events from 8:00 am – 10:30 a.m. on most Saturdays.
For more information, please call 954-597-0735.
Note: For further details on Tamarac’s Social Services programs, visit https://www.tamarac.org/573/Social-Services.
Did You Know?
Sponsor a special event!
Sponsoring a special event is a great marketing approach to reach your desired audience. By partnering with the City of Tamarac, we will provide you with an avenue to promote your business and assist in increasing visibility in the community. Contact the Tamarac Parks and Recreation Department at 954-597-3624 for more information.
Concert in the Park Band Inquiries
To submit your band’s information for upcoming Concert in the Park events, please email the city and include your band’s name, music genre, and links to your website, YouTube channel, etc. Submission does not guarantee a spot in the concert line-up.
Food Truck and Food Vendor Inquiries
Submit your information by email to be put on the City’s food vendor list.
