Special Events in Fort Lauderdale

Holiday Happenings
This holiday season promises to be the best yet, with numerous events for everyone sponsored by the City of Fort Lauderdale, including Tree Lighting Ceremony, Winterfest Boat Parade, Santa on the Beach, Kwanzaa Celebration, and New Year's Eve Downtown Countdown.

Sunday Jazz Brunch
First Sunday of every month at Riverwalk from 11 am to 2 pm. (Broward Center for the Performing Arts to DDA Plaza.)

Starlight Musicals
Holiday Park comes alive with this outdoor summer concert series. Starlight Musicals always features an exciting line up of bands.

Big Toy & Truck Extravaganza
Kids operate equipment in law enforcement vehicles, sit in an army tank, and more! This unique event is totally hands-on.

Noon Tunes at Stranahan Park
Great musical line ups for lunchtime concerts, featuring classic party rock 'n' roll, blues, country, bluegrass, Irish music and more. Come out and join the fun!

David Deal Playday
A wide range of activities, from live music to swimming; there is something for everyone to enjoy.

July 4 Fireworks Spectacular
The City of Fort Lauderdale celebrates America's Independence Day with a free show on Fort Lauderdale Beach.

Santa on the Beach
Where else can you go to the beach in December? And, while at the beach, get a visit from Santa? You guessed it, Fort Lauderdale.

New Year's Eve Downtown Countdown
This event takes place on SW 2nd Street, between SW 2nd Avenue and SW 4th Avenue. At the stroke of midnight, a lighted ball drops from the sky!