Fall & Holiday Events in 2026
Back to Top of ListDine Out Lauderdale
August & September 2026
Consider this your invitation to make another dinner reservation. Dine Out Lauderdale brings prix-fixe menus and special offers to restaurants throughout Greater Fort Lauderdale, making late summer a tempting time to discover someplace new or revisit a favorite.
Explore participating restaurants here.
Brazilian Festival
October 17, 2026
Quiet Waters Park turns up the volume for the 18th annual Brazilian Festival, bringing the music, food, and traditions of Brazil to Deerfield Beach. Catch Paula Lima, Negritude Junior, and Forromeno, plus capoeira, a carnival parade, artisan vendors, Brazilian cuisine, and a kids zone.
Get tickets here.
Fort Lauderdale International Boat Show (FLIBS)
October 28–November 1, 2026
The docks look a little different when FLIBS arrives. Yachts, center consoles, marine technology, and boating brands spread across multiple locations, drawing visitors from around the world to browse, climb aboard, and see what’s new on the water.
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Greater Pompano Beach Chamber of Commerce Holiday Boat Parade
December 11, 2026
Make it a red, white, and blue holiday weekend on the water, starting with the Greater Pompano Beach Chamber of Commerce Holiday Boat Parade. Its “Party in the USA” theme celebrates America’s 250th anniversary as boats cruise the Intracoastal Waterway. Watch along the route, reserve VIP viewing at The Cove Waterfront & Tiki Bar, or tune into the livestream.
Seminole Hard Rock Winterfest Boat Parade
December 12, 2026
The celebration continues the next night with the Seminole Hard Rock Winterfest Boat Parade. Its “Party in the U.S.A.” theme also marks America’s 250th anniversary as boats travel a 12-mile route through Greater Fort Lauderdale. The preshow begins at 5:30 p.m., followed by the parade and fireworks at 6 p.m.
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Winter Events & Festivals in 2027
Back to Top of ListVisit Lauderdale Food & Wine Festival
January 18–24, 2027
Start the year with something worth savoring. The Visit Lauderdale Food & Wine Festival brings chefs, local restaurants, and culinary talent together for a week of tastings, dinners, classes, and special events. Plus, a portion of festival proceeds benefits Joe DiMaggio Children’s Hospital.
Browse events and get tickets here.
Avenue of the Arts Festival (AOTA Fest)
January 27–31, 2027
Watch creativity unfold in real time at AOTA Fest, where murals, installations, music, and interactive experiences transform public spaces and give visitors a closer look at how art comes together.
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IGNITE Broward
February 12–21, 2027
After dark, Broward County becomes a canvas for light, sound, and technology during IGNITE Broward. This free festival brings immersive installations, projections, and interactive works to public spaces throughout the area.
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Florida Renaissance Festival
February 6–March 28, 2027, Saturdays and Sundays only
Jousting knights, performers, and more than 100 artisans await at Quiet Waters Park. Follow the smell of turkey legs through the 16th-century village, browse handcrafted wares, catch a show, or try your hand at festival games.
Get tickets and updates here.
Fort Lauderdale International Film Festival (FLIFF)
February 19–27, 2027
Settle in for independent films, documentaries, international stories, and world premieres during FLIFF. The festival pairs screenings with filmmaker appearances, receptions, and special events, giving movie lovers plenty to enjoy after the credits roll.
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