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Attractions
East Los Olas Boulevard
Shopping boutiques, art galleries, restaurants, bars and more dot this popular thoroughfare in the Central Business District. Enjoy a walk by canals, as well as the courtyards and breezeways.
Hugh Taylor Birch State Park
This Florida State Park on East Sunrise Boulevard is a spectacular outdoor space for the whole family. Beaches and beautiful green spaces await!
Museum of Discovery and Science
Check out fun, interactive and family-friendly exhibits at this impressive museum, one of Florida's largest. The sensory-overloading IMAX theater here is another reason to visit.
Butterfly World
Our colorful, winged friends are in resplendent display at this, the biggest butterfly park in the world.
Bonnet House Museum & Gardens
A historic home with lush greenery that has the distinction of being on the U.S. National Register of Historic Places.
Getting Around
For public transportation from the Fort Lauderdale Airport, go to the transportation area outside the baggage claim on the lower level. There, arriving visitors will find a comparison list of fares for the GO Airport Shuttle.
The free Sun Trolley takes visitors to the Welcome Center in downtown Fort Lauderdale, where they can buy admission passes to museums & historic sites, store & restuarant discounts and all-day free trolley pass. The trolley runs every hour on the hour and stops at: lower level of T1 (west end); between T2 & T3; & between T3 & T4. The Broward County BCT bus will connect to the Tri-Rail commuter system linking Broward, Palm Beach and Miami-Dade counties.
Art Fort Lauderdale
Destination art fair held in January, where attendees are transported via water taxi and yacht, stopping at waterfront mansions to view emerging artists' work.
4th of July Spectacular
Family entertainment doesn't get much better than this beach-set extravaganza with water slides, bounce houses, apple pie eating contests, and fireworks at the end of the day.
Seminole Hard Rock Winterfest Boat Parade
This major, illuminated boat procession is a kick-off to the holiday season, and a proud Fort Lauderdale tradition held in early December.
Tortuga Music Festival
Country music's top performers highlight this 3-day music fest. Get yourself a cowboy hat and sand-resistant boots! Ocean conservation and research is a focus of this event, so good causes go along with the good times.
Pottery Wheel for Beginners
Learn how to make pottery pieces on the wheel, with the help of profesional potters. This 2-hour class is ideal for first timers who want to try it out and get their hands dirty.
Dance Gavin Dance
Dance Gavin Dance is one of the most popular American rock bands in post-hardcore whose albums Mothership and Afterburner charted on Billboard 200.
Leanne Morgan
The comedian Leanne Morgan was a finalist on The Search for the Funniest Mom in America on Nick at Nite and appeared on The View on ABC. Morgan also co-hosted the radio show, Chewing The Fat. She now performs regularly at comedy clubs, art centers, and festivals across the country.
Less Than Jake
Less Than Jake has been among the top of their class since their formation in 1992. One of the true pioneers of the ska-punk genre, their wild sounds and punk-style energy made them a generational favorite. Hits like "All My Best Friends Are Metalheads" and "The Science of Selling Yourself Short" have become timeless anthems among the youth and have cemented their musical legacy in music history.
anees
Anees is a multi-talented artist that brings a unique mix of music to life. He specializes in mixing traditional and modern sounds to create something totally unique. This is a live show that will leave you smiling.
Stonewall Pride Parade and Street Festival
Sparkle your way through the crowd of 35,000 spectators at the Stonewall Pride Parade and Street Festival in Wilton Manors, Florida, and celebrate a long history of victories on the path to equal rights while honoring the ongoing fights that continue today. If you’re passionate about LGBTQ rights and want to celebrate this stunning and diverse community, don’t miss out on the Stonewall Pride Parade and Street Festival.
Gimme Gimme Disco
Gimme Gimme Disco is a DJ-based disco dance party inspired by ABBA, where plenty of other '70s and '80s hits are also played from artists like Cher, The Bee Gees, and Donna Summer.
Bassem Youssef
Often called the "Jon Stewart of Egypt," Bassem Youssef is an Egyptian comedian, writer, producer, doctor, and media critic who hosted the satirical news program, El-Bernameg. Time magazine named him among the 100 most influential people in the world in 2013.
Rainbow Kitten Surprise
Formed in 2013, Rainbow Kitten Surprise or RKS is an indie alternative rock band from North Carolina. Consisting of five members, the band is known for its instrumentation, lyrics and harmonies. With popular songs like "Cocaine Jesus," "Devil Like Me" and "It's Called: Freefall," it has gained over 3 million monthly listeners on Spotify.
Gay Men's Chorus of South Florida
Gay Men's Chorus of South Florida or GMCSF is the biggest chorus of gay men in the southeastern USA. Consisting of more than 130 members, the group reaches over 20,000 people every year.
Feel Good Fridays: Yoga and Wellness Night Out
As serene yogic strains converge into a marvelous setting tucked amidst a lush garden, attendees will embark on a journey of physical rejuvenation and mental well-being. Each connect and reflect session incorporates the tranquility of yoga, the healing proficiency of sounds, the blissful munificence of aromatherapy, and the friendship of the amicable community with a complimentary beverage for a holistic take on mindful evenings.
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