Broward County Life

10/12/2026

🌞 Who says the weekend gets all the fun? 🌴 Fort Lauderdale is serving up a seriously stacked mid-week lineup, from arena rock and Havana rhythms to playoff-level hockey energy and big-hearted charity events. Here are 12 can’t-miss happenings, Monday through Thursday! 👇

‼️ Events can be moved or rescheduled, so it's always best to call or check their website for the latest news.

⛳ South Florida Orphans Classic ⛳
Monday, October 12 | 8:00 AM to 12:00 PM | Coral Ridge Country Club, Fort Lauderdale
Kick off your week on the fairways for a cause that truly matters. 4KIDS of South Florida hosts this morning of golf and community to support safety, stability, and belonging for local kids in need. It’s a feel-good way to start the week, and sponsorship spots are still a great way to get involved.

🏌️ Boys & Girls Clubs of Broward County Annual Golf Tournament 🏌️
Monday, October 12 | 8:00 AM to 3:00 PM | Fort Lauderdale Country Club, Plantation
Tee it up on two championship-caliber courses at one of Broward’s most historic private clubs. Every swing supports Boys & Girls Clubs of Broward County and the young people they serve. Business owners, this is also a fantastic chance to network and show some community love.

🎸 Weezer with The Shins & Silversun Pickups 🎸
Tuesday, October 13 | 7:00 PM | Amerant Bank Arena, Sunrise
Three alt-rock heavyweights on one stage on a Tuesday night? Yes, please! Get ready to scream every word of the Weezer classics while The Shins and Silversun Pickups bring their own nostalgic punch. This is the kind of lineup you’ll be bragging about for years.

🎺 Buena Vista Social Club: The Musical 🎺
Tuesday, October 13 | 7:30 PM | Au-Rene Theater, Broward Center for the Performing Arts
Havana’s golden age comes alive in downtown Fort Lauderdale with this vibrant stage production celebrating Cuba’s legendary musical heritage. Expect irresistible rhythms, gorgeous storytelling, and a night that will have you dancing in your seat. Can’t make Tuesday? Performances continue through Sunday.

⭐ Freya Skye: Stars Align Tour ⭐
Wednesday, October 14 | 8:00 PM (doors 7:00 PM) | Hard Rock Live, Hollywood
Rising pop star Freya Skye brings her sold-out-everywhere Stars Align Tour to the Guitar Hotel, with special guest Alex Sampson. Fans of her Zombies 4 role and her debut EP “stardust” won’t want to miss this one. Tickets are in high demand, so move fast!

🎭 Drama Queen with Ekaterina Varnava 🎭
Wednesday, October 14 | 8:00 PM | Lauderhill Performing Arts Center
Comedy star Ekaterina Varnava takes the stage for a one-night-only show packed with big personality and bigger laughs. It’s a fun, unexpected mid-week night out at one of Broward’s most comfortable theaters, and the free parking right out front is a bonus. Grab your crew and get ready to laugh!

💜 Step Into The Circle with StrikeForce Giving 💜
Thursday, October 15 | 5:30 PM to 7:30 PM | Lauderdale Yacht Club, Fort Lauderdale
Spend an inspiring waterfront evening hearing how women giving together are changing lives right here at home. Past grant recipients share what happened after the check cleared, and you’ll be in the room for a moment supporters have been waiting on since spring. Tickets are $60.

💡 Lifework Journey featuring Stephan Tchividjian 💡
Thursday, October 15 | 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM | Calvary Chapel Fort Lauderdale
Leaders, entrepreneurs, and anyone who has ever stumbled: this honest conversation is for you. NCF South Florida’s Stephan Tchividjian tackles “Falling Forward,” exploring how integrity shapes the way we bounce back from setbacks. It’s a refreshing, encouraging mid-week reset. Tickets are $30.

🏒 Florida Panthers vs. Vancouver Canucks 🏒
Thursday, October 15 | 7:00 PM | Amerant Bank Arena, Sunrise
The Cats are back on home ice after a road trip, and the building will be rocking! Thursday hockey in Sunrise is a South Florida tradition, so throw on your red and get loud. Let’s go Panthers!

🤘 Toadies: The Charmer Tour with Local H & Emily Wolfe 🤘
Thursday, October 15 | Doors 7:00 PM, Show 8:00 PM | Revolution Live, Fort Lauderdale
“Possum Kingdom” in a packed downtown club? That’s a 90s dream come true. The Toadies are touring their new album, one of the last records produced by the legendary Steve Albini, with grunge favorites Local H along for the ride. This all-ages show is a can’t-miss for rock fans.

🎶 Polyphia: 2026 World Tour 🎶
Thursday, October 15 | 7:30 PM | FTL War Memorial Auditorium
The genre-bending instrumental guitar wizards are touring behind their first new music in four years, and their live show is jaw-dropping. Latin punk band Ladrones and RJ Pasin open the night. Even if you’ve never heard them, you’ll leave a fan.

✈️ Come From Away by Slow Burn Theatre Company ✈️
Thursday, October 15 | 7:45 PM | Amaturo Theater, Broward Center for the Performing Arts
South Florida’s beloved Slow Burn Theatre brings the Tony-winning musical about kindness after 9/11 to life in an intimate theater. It’s joyful, foot-stomping, and guaranteed to make you tear up in the best way. Bring tissues and someone you love.

Which one are YOU hitting this week? 🙌 Tag the friend you’re dragging along, share this with your group chat, and drop your mid-week plans in the comments. We love seeing where Broward goes out! 💛

10/08/2026

🌴 Fort Lauderdale is serving up oysters, Oktoberfest, hometown hockey, Broadway-caliber theater and a full-blown Caribbean carnival this weekend, and these are the 12 picks you will not want to miss! 🌴

1. 🦪 Oyster Fest
Friday, October 9 | 5 PM to 10 PM | Coconuts and G&B Oyster Bar, 429 Seabreeze Blvd, Fort Lauderdale
Kick off the weekend under the tent by the Intracoastal with oysters every way you can imagine, from classic raw on the half shell to creative chef specials. Add live music, specialty vendors, bites from Top Hat Deli, G&B Dockside and Lunchroom Sandwiches, plus a cold drink in the coastal breeze, and you have the perfect Friday night. Details: 🌊

2. 🎸 Jefferson Starship: Runaway Again Tour
Friday, October 9 | 7:30 PM | The Parker, 707 NE 8th St, Fort Lauderdale
One of the great arena rock bands of the 70s and 80s lands at The Parker with five decades of hits, including "Jane," "Miracles" and "Find Your Way Back." Founding member David Freiberg still leads the charge, and the intimate hall means there is not a bad seat in the house. Tickets: 🚀

3. 🚒 Big Toy & Truck Extravaganza
Saturday, October 10 | 10 AM to 2 PM | Snyder Park, 3299 SW 4th Ave, Fort Lauderdale
Calling kids of all ages! This FREE city event lets you climb aboard fire-rescue trucks, police and SWAT vehicles, a crane, an excavator, dump trucks, bucket trucks, a school bus and more. It is hands-on, loud in the best way, and a guaranteed hit with little ones. Details: 🚜

4. 🎭 Slow Burn Theatre Co: Come From Away (Opening Weekend)
Saturday, October 10 at 1 PM and 7:45 PM | Sunday, October 11 at 2 PM | Amaturo Theater at the Broward Center, 201 SW 5th Ave, Fort Lauderdale
Slow Burn opens its new season with the beloved musical about 7,000 stranded airline passengers and the small Newfoundland town that took them in after 9/11. It is funny, moving and full of foot-stomping music, and you can be among the first to see this local production. Tickets: ✈️

5. 🍺 13th Annual Firefighters Oktoberfest
Saturday, October 10 | 2 PM to 6 PM | Fort Lauderdale Firefighters Benevolent Hall, 309 SW 26th St, Fort Lauderdale
Raise a stein with the people who keep our city safe. This long-running local favorite from the Fort Lauderdale Firefighters' Benevolent Association is a laid-back afternoon of b**r and camaraderie for a good cause. Check their page for ticket details: 🥨

6. 🏒 Florida Panthers Home Opener vs. Minnesota Wild
Saturday, October 10 | 6 PM | Amerant Bank Arena, 2555 NW 136th Ave, Sunrise
Hockey is back in Broward! The Cats return from a season-opening road trip to play their first home game of the year, and opening night energy in Sunrise is something every South Florida sports fan should experience. Tickets: 🐾

7. 🎺 Tito Nieves: 50 Años La Historia Continua
Saturday, October 10 | 8 PM | Au-Rene Theater at the Broward Center, 201 SW 5th Ave, Fort Lauderdale
The "Pavarotti of Salsa" celebrates 50 years in music with a night of the powerhouse vocals and dance-floor classics that made him a legend. If you love salsa, this is the concert of the weekend. 💃

8. 🍻 Dania After Dark: Oktoberfest Edition
Saturday, October 10 | 6 PM to 9 PM | Dania Beach City Hall, 100 W Dania Beach Blvd, Dania Beach
Free admission gets you live polka from The Polka Brothers, German food, a costume contest, a stein-holding showdown, kids' activities and a pumpkin patch with free pumpkins while supplies last. Want to sample? Tasting tickets start at $50 and include unlimited pours from dozens of breweries plus a souvenir glass (21+). 🎃

9. 🏴‍☠️ Harvest Festival: Pirates Weekend at Flamingo Gardens
Saturday and Sunday, October 10 and 11 | 9:30 AM to 4:30 PM | Flamingo Gardens, 3750 S Flamingo Rd, Davie
Ahoy, families! Live interactive pirate shows take over the gardens, along with hayrides, pony rides for little ones, farm animal encounters, a costume contest and fall treats. Dress the crew in their pirate best, and enjoy it all with regular garden admission. Info: 🦜

10. 🎉 Miami Broward Carnival: J'ouvert and Parade of Bands
Saturday, October 10 (J'ouvert, 7 AM to 3 PM) | Sunday, October 11 (Parade & Fete, 11 AM to 11 PM) | Central Broward Park & Broward County Stadium, 3700 NW 11th Place, Lauderhill
North America's premier celebration of Caribbean culture has its grand finale right here in Broward. Saturday brings the paint, powder and music trucks of J'ouvert, and Sunday delivers the main event with masquerade bands in dazzling feathered costumes, a Caribbean Food Village and live soca and reggae. Tickets: 🪶

11. 🎨 Viva Fort Lauderdale: Celebrating Hispanic Art & Culture
Friday through Sunday, open daily from 10 AM | History Fort Lauderdale, New River Inn, 231 SW 2nd Ave, Fort Lauderdale
Celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month with this free fine art exhibit, now in its fifth year, featuring award-winning local artists from Spain, Venezuela and Nicaragua. It is an easy, inspiring stop along the Riverwalk, and it is only on view through October 25. Info: 🖼️

12. 🎻 Black Violin: Be Free Tour
Sunday, October 11 | 7 PM | Au-Rene Theater at the Broward Center, 201 SW 5th Ave, Fort Lauderdale
Close out the weekend with a hometown show. GRAMMY-nominated duo Wil Baptiste and Kev Marcus, who met as students right here in Fort Lauderdale, blend classical strings with hip-hop beats for a high-energy night that is unlike any concert you have seen. Tickets: 🎶

Which one is at the top of your list? Share this post with the friends you want to bring along, and drop a comment telling us your plans for the weekend! 👇

10/05/2026

🌴 Who says the fun has to wait for the weekend? Fort Lauderdale is packed with can't-miss happenings this Monday through Thursday, and we rounded up 12 of the best. Here's your mid-week game plan! 🌴

🎭 A Day Without Sunshine: Staged Reading 🎭
Monday, October 5 at 7:30 PM | Abdo New River Room, Broward Center for the Performing Arts
Be among the first to experience a brand new drama by South Florida playwright Michael McKeever, directed by Stuart Meltzer. Set in 1977 Miami, it brings to life the battle over Dade County's anti-discrimination ordinance and the people behind a turning point in American history. This is a one-night-only reading, so grab your seat now (contains adult language and content).
https://www.browardcenter.org/events/detail/a-day-without-sunshine-2026

🌺 The Poppy Project Pop-Up Living Garden 🌺
Monday, October 5, during mall hours | The Galleria at Fort Lauderdale
Start your week with something beautiful and meaningful. Handcrafted poppies standing 5 to 6 feet tall bloom among tropical plants in this free public art installation honoring veterans and supporting Henderson Behavioral Health. Snap a photo, add a name to the virtual Legacy Wall, and send a free postcard to an active servicemember before it closes November 10.
https://www.galleriamall-fl.com/events/42723-the-poppy-project-were-in-bloom

✒️ Calligraphy Workshop at Bonnet House ✒️
Tuesday, October 6 from 10:30 AM to 12:30 PM | Bonnet House Museum & Gardens
Learn the art of beautiful lettering on one of the most gorgeous historic estates in Fort Lauderdale. Instructor Michael Campbell kicks off this four-week Tuesday series with pen technique, strokes, and letter formation, and all materials are provided. The series is $160 ($140 for members), and October 6 is opening day.
https://www.bonnethouse.org/event/calligraphy-basics/

🎨 Viva Fort Lauderdale: Celebrating Hispanic Art & Culture 🎨
Tuesday, October 6 from 10:00 AM to 4:00 PM | History Fort Lauderdale, New River Inn
Celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month with the fifth anniversary edition of this vibrant fine art exhibition. See multimedia works from award-winning regional artists including Florencia Clement de Grandprey, Isabel Perez Salazar, Lifrancis Rojas, and sculptor Norman Silva. It is only on view through October 25, so a quiet Tuesday visit is the perfect time to take it all in.
https://historyfortlauderdale.org/viva-fort-lauderdale

🎶 Tunes on Top Lunchtime Concert 🎶
Wednesday, October 7 from 12:00 PM to 1:30 PM | Tunnel Top Plaza, Las Olas Blvd & SE 6th Ave
Trade your desk lunch for free live music in the heart of downtown! Local favorite Jay Valor takes the stage this Wednesday, so bring your lunch and a chair or blanket. The series wraps up October 9, making this one of your last chances to catch it.
https://www.fortlauderdale.gov/Explore-FTL/Event-Calendar/Core-Riverwalk-Tunes-on-Top

🎤 Infinity Song: World Tour II Continues 🎤
Wednesday, October 7, doors at 7:00 PM | Revolution Live
The sibling soft rock band famous for jaw-dropping harmonies finally brings its rescheduled show to downtown Fort Lauderdale. Revolution Live is an intimate room, which means you will feel every note up close. It is an all ages show with tickets from $40.
https://www.jointherevolution.net/concerts/infinity-song-world-tour-ii-continues/

🍷 The Judgment of Paris W**e Dinner 🍷
Wednesday, October 7 from 7:00 PM to 9:00 PM | Mastro's Ocean Club
W**e lovers, this is your night. Six iconic pours from Chateau Montelena and Stag's Leap W**e Cellars are paired with a five-course chef-curated menu featuring lobster bisque orzo with scallops, lamb chops, and filet mignon. Seats are $325 all-inclusive, and guests must be 21 or older.
https://www.eventbrite.com/e/1998443837314

🎃 Paint & Pour: Halloween Edition 🎃
Wednesday, October 7 from 7:00 PM to 9:00 PM | The Wilder
Get into the spooky spirit with a guided painting session at one of the coolest cocktail spots in town. You will sip on w**e and wh***ey specials while creating a Halloween canvas to take home. Tickets start at $40 plus fees, and it is 21 and up.
https://www.eventbrite.com/e/2000637443449

🩸 Carrie at Room 901: Opening Night 🩸
Thursday, October 8 from 5:30 PM to 9:30 PM | Room 901, Hyatt Centric Las Olas
The hidden Las Olas speakeasy transforms into a 1970s prom for the 50th anniversary of Carrie, and Thursday is the first night. Expect candlelit tables, red and black décor, themed cocktails like The Prom Queen, prom superlatives, and plenty of photo ops. Reservations are recommended for this limited October run.
https://www.lasolasboulevard.com/event-details/carrie-at-room-901-2026-10-08-17-30

😂 Fortune Feimster: Takin' Care of Biscuits Comedy Tour 😂
Thursday, October 8 at 7:00 PM | Wells Hall at The Parker
One of the funniest and most lovable comics on the road is coming to The Parker for one night. Known for her Netflix specials and the hit podcast Handsome, Fortune delivers big, feel-good laughs from start to finish. This one is for grown-ups, and VIP meet and greet packages are available.
https://www.browardcenter.org/events/detail/fortune-feimster-2026

🎙️ Sejoe Live at the Ft. Lauderdale Improv 🎙️
Thursday, October 8 at 7:30 PM | Ft. Lauderdale Improv, Dania Beach
Often called the Haitian Dave Chappelle, Sejoe made history with the first stand-up special in Haitian history. His fearless comedy about language, identity, and culture is a guaranteed good time just minutes south of downtown. There is a two-drink minimum, so come thirsty and ready to laugh.
https://www.improvftl.com/events/136125

🤠 Billy Currington at Hard Rock Live 🤠
Thursday, October 8 at 8:00 PM | Hard Rock Live, Seminole Hard Rock Hollywood
Country fans, close out your mid-week with a hitmaker who has 12 number one singles to his name. Expect a night of sing-along favorites just a short drive from Fort Lauderdale, with doors opening an hour before showtime. Tickets start at $75.
https://www.myhrl.com

Which one is making your calendar this week? Tag the friends you're bringing, share this post so your crew doesn't miss out, and drop your mid-week plans in the comments. We love seeing where you all end up! 💛

10/03/2026

Ask for Rachael... 😎

A NEW 6-Week-Session of Toddler Time begins October 8th! Join us for this fun Parent & Me class with tons of giggles and wiggles! Register today! https://app.thestudiodirector.com/dancedimensions/portal.sd?page=Enroll&meth=search&SEASON=Toddler+Time+Oct%2FNov&CLASS_TYPE=&DAYS=127&START_TIME=&AVAIL=&MINAGE=&MAXAGE=

10/02/2026

🌴 Fort Lauderdale is kicking off October with one of the most packed weekends of the season, and these 12 picks for Friday, October 2 through Sunday, October 4 are too good to scroll past!

‼️ Just a friendly reminder: Always check ahead of time to make sure the event is still happening and that the location is confirmed before you head out!

1. 🍺 Oakland Park Oktoberfest
Friday, Oct. 2, 6 to 10 PM | Saturday, Oct. 3, 1 to 10 PM | Sunday, Oct. 4, 1 to 6 PM
Jaco Pastorius Park, 4000 N. Dixie Highway, Oakland Park
Funky Buddha Brewery turns the park into one giant biergarten for three days of German-style b**r, Bavarian food, live oompah music, and folk dancing. Stick around for stein races, b**r barrel races, carnival rides, and Saturday's crowd-favorite Dachshund Dash. Admission is just $5, and kids 12 and under get in free.
oaklandparkfl.gov/228/Oktoberfest 🥨

2. 🎨 Old Town Untapped
Friday, Oct. 2, 6 to 10 PM
Bailey Contemporary Arts, 41 NE 1st Street, Pompano Beach
This free first-Friday street party blends craft b**r, food trucks, local vendors, and open art galleries. Funk and soul band Mama Fuma headlines the October edition, and the fire fountain light show runs every half hour starting at 7 PM, weather permitting. All ages are welcome.
pompanobeacharts.org/events/untapped 🎶

3. 🎭 Pippin at NSU
Friday, Oct. 2 and Saturday, Oct. 3 at 7:30 PM | Sunday, Oct. 4 at 2 PM
Rose and Alfred Miniaci Performing Arts Center, 3051 Ray Ferrero Jr. Blvd., Davie
Nova Southeastern University's talented performers take on Stephen Schwartz's Tony Award-winning musical about a young prince searching for an extraordinary life. Expect big songs, bold staging, and a story of glory, love, and war. Rated PG-13.
browardcenter.org/events/detail/nsu-dcma-pippin-2026 🌟

4. 🍂 Las Olas Autumn Festival
Saturday, Oct. 3, 10 AM to 2 PM
First Presbyterian Church parking lot, 1224 E. Las Olas Blvd., Fort Lauderdale
A brand-new fall tradition arrives on the boulevard! Browse the Flamingo Flea Marketplace full of local makers and small businesses, enjoy live music, grab a bite from the food and drink vendors, and let the little ones loose in the Kids' Corner. Admission is free.
lasolasboulevard.com/event-details/las-olas-autumn-festival 🛍️

5. 🍹 Fort Lauderdale Margarita Festival
Saturday, Oct. 3, 12 to 6 PM
Las Olas Oceanside Park, 3000 E. Las Olas Blvd., Fort Lauderdale
You are the judge at this beachside tasting competition, where local bars and restaurants battle for the title of best margarita in town. Tickets include ten samples, plus there is a live DJ, food vendors, a b**r garden, shopping, and a raffle for a trip to Mexico. Ages 21 and up.
fortlauderdale.gov/Explore-FTL/Event-Calendar/Fort-Lauderdale-Margarita-Festival 🏖️

6. 🎉 Carlton B. Moore Friends and Family Day
Saturday, Oct. 3, 3 to 7 PM
Osswald Park, 2220 NW 21st Avenue, Fort Lauderdale
This free community celebration honors the legacy of the late Fort Lauderdale City Commissioner Carlton B. Moore. Bring the whole family for live music, food, local vendors, a kids zone, and inflatable water slides.
parks.fortlauderdale.gov/cbm 💦

7. 😂 Atsuko Okatsuka: The Big Bowl Tour
Saturday, Oct. 3, 7 PM
Wells Hall at The Parker, Fort Lauderdale
One of comedy's most original voices brings her mix of absurd and heartfelt humor to The Parker. Named one of Variety's Top 10 Comics to Watch and the creator of the viral Drop Challenge, she delivers a night of nonstop laughs. Recommended for ages 18 and up.
browardcenter.org/events/detail/atsuko-okatsuka-2026 🎤

8. 🩰 Arts Ballet Theatre of Florida: Classical and Neoclassical Ballets
Saturday, Oct. 3, 7:30 PM
Amaturo Theater, Broward Center for the Performing Arts, Fort Lauderdale
The company opens its new season with an elegant mixed program that closes with the dazzling Raymonda Grand Pas. Arrive early for the free pre-show talk 30 minutes before curtain.
browardcenter.org/events/detail/abt2627-raymonda ✨

9. 🎷 Sunday Jazz Brunch
Sunday, Oct. 4, 11 AM to 2 PM
Esplanade Park, 400 SW 2nd Street, Fort Lauderdale
Pack a picnic, grab a blanket, and settle in along the Riverwalk for live jazz on three stages. This free monthly favorite is relaxed, scenic, and friendly to leashed pets.
parks.fortlauderdale.gov/jazzbrunch 🧺

10. 🖼️ Arts Launch Broward 2026
Sunday, Oct. 4, 11 AM to 2 PM
Broward Center for the Performing Arts, 201 SW 5th Avenue, Fort Lauderdale
Broward County's Cultural Division kicks off the arts and culture season with a free community celebration featuring artist showcases, hands-on activities, and local cultural organizations all under one roof. It is steps from the Jazz Brunch, so you can easily do both.
browardcenter.org/events/detail/arts-launch-broward-2026 🎻

11. 🐕 Clifford the Big Red Dog: The Musical
Sunday, Oct. 4, 1 PM
Wells Hall at The Parker, Fort Lauderdale
Everyone's favorite giant red pup bounds onto the stage in a new musical comedy about friendship, imagination, and unconditional love. It is a perfect first theater outing for little ones and a sweet dose of nostalgia for grown-ups.
browardcenter.org/events/detail/clifford-the-big-red-dog-2026 ❤️

12. 🎸 CAAMP with special guest Whitney
Sunday, Oct. 4, 7:30 PM
Au-Rene Theater, Broward Center for the Performing Arts, Fort Lauderdale
Close out the weekend with warm harmonies, banjo-driven rhythms, and heartfelt songwriting from one of the most loved folk bands touring today. A dollar from every ticket supports music education and community causes.
browardcenter.org/events/detail/caamp-2026 🌙

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09/24/2026

🌴 Fort Lauderdale is loaded with fun this weekend, from rinkside hockey and a James Taylor concert to Brazilian drums, Latin street parties and a pop-up garden of giant poppies. Keep reading for 12 of the best things to do from Friday, September 25 through Sunday, September 27! 👇

🏡 Founding Families Fall Festival
📅 Friday, September 25 | 5:00 PM to 8:00 PM
📍 Historic Stranahan House Museum, 335 SE 6th Ave, Fort Lauderdale
Celebrate the families who built Fort Lauderdale at the city's oldest surviving structure, right on the New River. Expect food trucks, b**r and w**e, games for all ages, live music and free water taxi rides. Adults pay only $5 and kids get in free, so it's an easy and meaningful way to kick off the weekend with the whole family.
🔗 https://stranahanhouse.org/ffff/ 🍂

🎸 Core Riverwalk Tunes on Top
📅 Friday, September 25 | 12:00 PM to 1:30 PM
📍 Tunnel Top Plaza, Las Olas Blvd and SE 6th Ave, Fort Lauderdale
Make your Friday lunch break more fun with a free concert on Las Olas. Riverwalk Fort Lauderdale brings South Florida musicians to the new shade structure at Tunnel Top Plaza to play popular covers and original songs. Bring your lunch and a chair or blanket and ease into the weekend early.
🔗 https://www.fortlauderdale.gov/Explore-FTL/Event-Calendar/Core-Riverwalk-Tunes-on-Top 🥪

💃 Viernes Musicales with Mikey's Hotswing Latin Band
📅 Friday, September 25 | 7:00 PM to 10:00 PM
📍 Riverland Park, 950 SW 27th Ave, Fort Lauderdale
The city's free Latin music series brings Mikey's Hotswing Latin Band to Riverland Park for a night of salsa, swing and dancing under the stars. Bring chairs, picnic blankets, snacks and friends. It's one of the most relaxed and joyful Friday nights in town, and it costs nothing.
🔗 https://www.fortlauderdale.gov/Explore-FTL/Event-Calendar/Viernes-Musicales 🎺

🏒 Florida Panthers vs. Tampa Bay Lightning (Preseason)
📅 Saturday, September 26 | 6:00 PM
📍 Amerant Bank Arena, Sunrise
Hockey is back! The Panthers close out their preseason at home against their biggest rival, the Lightning. This is the last tune-up before the regular season starts. Preseason tickets usually cost less than regular-season games, which makes this a great chance to bring the kids, catch the Cat Pack energy and see who has earned a spot on the roster.
🔗 https://www.nhl.com/panthers/news/florida-panthers-announce-four-game-2026-27-preseason-schedule 🐾

🎶 James Taylor and His All-Star Band
📅 Saturday, September 26 | 7:30 PM
📍 Hard Rock Live at Seminole Hard Rock Hotel and Casino, Hollywood
A true legend is coming to Broward. James Taylor has been touching audiences with his warm baritone and signature guitar for more than 50 years. He has sold over 100 million albums and earned multiple Grammys, the Kennedy Center Honors and the Presidential Medal of Freedom. Expect favorites like "Fire and Rain" and "Carolina in My Mind." Tickets start around $105.
🔗 https://casino.hardrock.com/hollywood/events/james-taylor 🎸

🪕 Legacy: A Tribute to Bharat Ratna Pt. Ravi Shankar
📅 Saturday, September 26 | 6:00 PM
📍 Amaturo Theater at the Broward Center for the Performing Arts, Fort Lauderdale
This rare concert honors the sitar maestro who introduced Indian classical music to the world. Internationally acclaimed musicians, including some of his own disciples, will perform with the depth and improvisational brilliance that defined his career. It's a memorable cultural evening for longtime fans and curious newcomers alike.
🔗 https://www.browardcenter.org/events/detail/legacy-tribute-to-pandit-ravi-shankar-2026 🎼

🥁 Miamibloco: From the Streets to the Stage
📅 Saturday, September 26 | 7:30 PM
📍 Wells Hall at The Parker, Fort Lauderdale
Feel the pulse of Carnaval! This South Florida group brings thundering Brazilian drums, Afro-Brazilian rhythms, samba and dance from the streets of Miami to the stage. The high-energy show is part of the Broward Center's Amplify Arts Series, which supports local artists, and it works for all ages.
🔗 https://www.browardcenter.org/events/detail/miamibloco-2026 🇧🇷

🎸 BENISE: 25 Years of Passion
📅 Saturday, September 26 | 7:30 PM (doors at 6:30 PM)
📍 Coral Springs Center for the Arts, 2855 Coral Springs Dr, Coral Springs
"The Prince of Spanish Guitar" celebrates 25 years with his Emmy-winning show of flamenco, salsa, samba and world music. Talented dancers and dramatic staging round out the two-hour production. The show mixes classical pieces, rock covers and originals, and it makes a great date night or family outing.
🔗 https://www.thecentercs.com/events/detail/benise-25-years-of-passion-1 🌹

🎉 Hispanic Heritage Festival
📅 Saturday, September 26 | 5:00 PM to 9:00 PM
📍 Charles F. Dodge City Center, 601 City Center Way, Pembroke Pines
The third annual free festival celebrates Hispanic Heritage Month with Latin performers on the main stage, roaming cultural acts, delicious food vendors, an artisan marketplace and kids' activities. Stop by "Abuela's House" for free refreshments. It's a lively, family-friendly evening full of music, flavor and culture.
🔗 https://www.ppines.com/1755/Hispanic-Heritage-Festival 🌮

🔬 Worldwide Day of Play and I AM WILD at the Museum of Discovery and Science
📅 Saturday, September 26 | 10:00 AM to 5:00 PM (museum also open Sunday 12:00 PM to 5:00 PM)
📍 Museum of Discovery and Science, 401 SW 2nd St, Fort Lauderdale
On Saturday, kids can make oobleck, paint with bubble slime, join a coding dance party and meet animals. The museum's new exhibit, I AM WILD, brings Charley Harper's colorful, geometric wildlife art to life with hands-on fun. During Broward Attractions and Museums Month, you get a free ticket when you buy a regular adult ticket through September 30.
🔗 https://mods.org/exhibit/i-am-wild-a-charley-harper-exhibit/ 🦉

🌺 The Poppy Project Pop-Up Living Garden
📅 All weekend | 10:00 AM to 8:00 PM Friday and Saturday, 12:00 PM to 6:00 PM Sunday
📍 The Galleria at Fort Lauderdale, 2414 E Sunrise Blvd
This free installation honors veterans with a tropical garden of handcrafted fiberglass poppies that stand five to six feet tall. It also features the "Soldier Stories" exhibition and free postcards you can send to active service members. Grab a great photo and support mental health services for veterans through Henderson Behavioral Health.
🔗 https://www.galleriamall-fl.com/events/42723-the-poppy-project-were-in-bloom 🇺🇸

🕺 Rodrigo Teaser: Michael Lives Forever
📅 Sunday, September 27 | 7:00 PM
📍 Wells Hall at The Parker, Fort Lauderdale
End the weekend with the King of Pop. Internationally acclaimed performer Rodrigo Teaser recreates Michael Jackson's magic in an arena-style show with a live band, dancers, authentic choreography, iconic costumes and dazzling effects. VIP packages include a meet-and-greet, so be ready to moonwalk all the way home.
🔗 https://www.browardcenter.org/events/detail/michael-lives-forever-2026 🧤

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