MLK parade, sitcom trivia and margs: Your guide to Pembroke Pines fun this week
Happy game day, Pembroke Pines.
If you haven’t heard — we doubt it — our southward neighbors are hosting watch parties and tailgates ahead of Monday night’s college football national championship game between the Miami Hurricanes face Indiana Hoosiers.
Who says the 954 can’t throw down like the 305?
If you’re a football fan, make sure to check your favorite Pembroke Pines sports bars for a local screening. If not, this city’s got more than enough to keep the festivites going.
Lined up this week are a first-of-its-kind parade, sitcom trivia, a run on the rocks and a Disney classic starring local talent.
Want to know more? Check out these events around Pembroke Pines from Monday, Jan. 19, through Thursday, Jan. 22:
Martin Luther King Jr. Parade & Celebration
Honor the legacy of the civil rights activist from 9 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. on Monday at Pembroke Pines’ first parade in honor of Dr. King. The event kicks off with an hour-long procession around City Center with a bash — including speeches, dance performances, live music, poetry readings, food trucks and more — to follow. Special guests include grand marshals Mayor Angelo Castillo and Shauna Hicks-Lee, band Deep Fried Funk and black-owned business vendors. Admission is free and open to the public.
Info: https://ppines.com
Splash Into the New Year
The Pembroke Pines Mommy Club invites families to splash into 2026 with this event at Goldfish Swim School — 9821 Pines Blvd. — Monday from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Local moms are encouraged to connect and find community while kids enjoy water play in the swim school’s heated pool, beating the chilly forecast for the week. Admission to the event is free but registration is required.
Info: https://partiful.com
‘The Office’ Trivia
Consider yourself a pro at this Emmy Award-winning sitcom? Test yourself on all things Dunder-Mifflin and Company on Tuesday from 7 to 9 p.m. at The Pub’s “The Office”-themed trivia night. Attendees can expect door prizes and traditional English fare such as beer-battered fish and chips, poutine and Guinness on tap. Admission is free and open to the public.
Info: https://www.facebook.com
Poetry Club
Got a way with words? Head to South Regional/Broward County Library on Tuesday from 6 to 7:30 p.m. for a poetry club meeting. Poets are encouraged to bring their writings to share with others and improve their craft through creative feedback and comments. All discussions will be held at the library’s conference room. Admission is free and open to the public.
Info: https://broward.libnet.info
Miles & Margaritas
Run — don’t walk — to Pines Running Co.’s weekly Wednesday trot, this time with a salt-rim twist. Runners will meet at Pembroke Gardens’ Lime Fresh Grill at 7 p.m. before heading off on a 2-mile trot. A post-run social will include opportunities to meet fellow fitness junkies and a free maragarita with the purchase of a meal for all run club members. Admission is free with registration.
Info: https://www.instagram.com
Off the Hook
Off the Hook’s knitting and crochet group returns to the Southwest Regional Library from noon to 2 p.m. on Thursday. Show off your latest project or pass on stitching techniques at this cozy community event. All supplies and materials will be provided by the Friends of the Library nonprofit. Admission is free, but registration is required to participate.
Info: https://broward.libnet.info
The Night Market
Calling all foodies — Florida Fresh Markets hosts its weekly Pembroke Lakes Mall evening market Thursday from 4 to 9 p.m. Held at NW Fourth Street — in the lot between Macy’s and Target — the event features food trucks and dozens of local vendors, artisans and live entertainment. Admission is free and open to the public.
Info: https://www.facebook.com
The Little Mermaid Jr.
Head out to West Broward High School’s opening night of The Little Mermaid Jr. on Thursday at 6:30 p.m. The Bobcat drama club will bring the Disney classic to life on its auditorium stage, with a closing night run the scheduled following day. To support the program, attendees can participate in the club’s face paint fundraiser 30 minutes before curtains go up. Tickets are $5 with student ID, $12 presale and $15 at the door.
Info: https://www.instagram.com
