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Your reservation at Crowne Plaza Hollywood Beach, one of the leading resort hotels in South Florida near Miami, is also your ticket to the abundant and diverse South Florida events and entertainment venues near Hollywood beach hotels. From world-famous shows and performances to energetic sporting events, the Hollywood, FL area has it all. Among Fort Lauderdale events, few are as popular as the dance and music extravaganzas at the Broward Center for the Performing Arts. Their one of a kind shows are not to be missed. It also wouldn’t be a true Florida vacation with a trek to Miami Dolphins Stadium to see the big game. Annual events in South Florida near our Fort Lauderdale hotel include:
This sample of first-class events hardly scratches the surface. Visit one of the best Hollywood Beach Resort hotels and dive into these remarkable South Florida shows and events. To see a complete list of events, click here Live jazz, blues, pop and everything in between along Hollywood's signature 2.5 mile Broadwalk. Dancing Under the Stars, Ballroom to Country & Blues SunTrust Sunday Jazz Brunch Dine Out Lauderdale American Express presents Dine Out Lauderdale. 35 top restaurants offering a 3-course $35 pre-fix menu. (boat show weekend Oct 30-Nov 3 excluded). Picasso / LunaOctober 2, 2008 - February 23, 2009 Venue: Museum of Art / Fort Lauderdale Location: Fort Lauderdale Phone: 954-525-5500 Intriguing display with more than 60 of artistic visionary Pablo Picasso's ceramics. Fort Lauderdale International Film FestivalOctober 13, 2008 - November 12, 2008 Location: Fort Lauderdale Phone: 954-760-9898 Competitive film festival showcasing independent cinema from around the world. Premieres, documentaries, free films for kids, free outdoor family movies, student film competition, black tie galas, and celebrities. Free seminars. Bill Kreutzmann Trio Gloria Estefan
Neil Diamond October 30, 2008 - November 3, 2008 Location: Bahia Mar Yachting Center, Broward County Convention Center, Fort Lauderdale Phone: (954) 764-7642 Largest boat show in the world, covering six sites. Over 1,600 vessels with 160 Super yachts, marine supplies, accessories, electronics Reverend Horton Heat New Kids On The Block Tina Turner Coming of Age: American Art 1850s to 1950s Featuring 70 iconic painting and sculptures chronicling the major developments created during a century of American Art. Miami City Ballet Coldplay
Celtic Thunder Rachel Price
Fiestas Patronales Cultural & musical festival Riverwalk Get Downtown! Blues music, food, drink. Hollywood's Battle of the BandsNovember 15, 2008 Location: Artspark at Young Circle, Hollywood Phone: 954-921-3404 Amateur band finalists will be chosen from recorded and original music performance in front of independent judges and live audience for the chance to win cash and prizes. Sarah Brighman 13.1 Marathon™
Ian Fleming's Chitty Chitty Bang Bang Broward County Fair November 26, 2008 Location: Dolphin Stadium The 14th Annual Hurricane Showdown (gay) November 28, 2008 - November 30, 2008 Location: Fort Lauderdale Throughout the weekend you will be able to enjoy fantastic shopping, great clubs and restaurants, miles of beaches, and many other amenities. Christmas by the Sea5-10pm; December 2, 2008 Location: Commercial Blvd. & the beach, Lauderdale by the Sea Phone: 954-776-1000 Make a visit into the village to see Santa Claus and snow while listening to choirs, hand bells, carolers and bands. Enjoy hayrides, lighting of the giant Christmas tree. Guarantee an old fashion memorable evening. Christmas on Las Olas6-10pm; December 2, 2008 Location: Las Olas Blvd. An evening with the feeling of Christmas past. Snow mountain, carolers and more. Winter WonderlandDecember 2, 2008 - January 10, 2009 Location: Plantation Historical Museum Phone: 954-797-2722 40 decorated trees and cultural exhibits. Call for hours. La traviata, Florida Grand Opera Fort Lauderdale Fall Home Design & Remodeling Show
Hollywood Beach Candy Cane Parade Evening parade along the famed Boardwalk with bands, clowns, floats, and more. La traviata, Florida Grand Opera Four Freshman Holiday Show
American Idols in Concert for the Holidays
George Balanchine's The Nutcracker
Seminole Hard Rock Winterfest Boat Parade One of the most visually dazzling events in the country, the Seminole Hard Rock Winterfest Boat Parade was named one of the “Top 20 Parades in the World” by USA Today. Thousands of brilliantly illuminated ships light up the night sky to the delight of massive crowds during this signature annual event. Other Winterfest activities include a special Intracoastal Decorating Extravaganza where the banks of the waterway are adorned with beautiful multi-colored decorations. Pompano Beach Holiday Boat Parade6-10pm; December 14, 2008 Location: Intracoastal, Pompano Beach Phone: 954-941-2940
73rd Annual College Swim Forum
MetroPCS Orange Bowl Basketball Classic Best college basketball event of South Florida. Action packed doubleheader features the University of Florida vs. Winthrop University, and Florida State University vs. Western Kentucky. Avenue Q, BroadwayDecember 30, 2008 - January 11, 2009 Venue: Broward Center for the Performing Arts Phone: 954-462-0222
OceanDance 200
75th Annual FedEx Orange Bowl National Championship 11:30am-7:30pm ; January 1, 2009 Location: Dolphin Stadium Phone: 305-341-4700 Take in the sights and sounds before kickoff and experience the thrill and tradition of college football. Featuring live music, food, games, Orange Bowl Memory Lane, plus the school bands and cheerleaders, all in a fan-friendly environment outside the stadium. Last Comic StandingJanuary 2, 2009 Venue: Coral Springs Center for the Arts Location: Coral Springs Phone: 954-344-5990
Las Olas Art Festival Outdoor event featuring over 150 artists from around the nation. Cowboy Mouth
Mamma Mia!
Celine Dion
ArtExplosion 2009 One of the country's largest GLBT Arts Festivals, with two weeks of art, film, music, theatre, literature, comedy and cabaret by GLBT talent, features Lea Delaria, Scott Rryan, Levi Kreis, Desmond Child, and many more!
A Bronx Tale
Miami City Ballet A Chorus Line
Taste of the Beach 2009 Food, drink, entertainment and silent auction. Best offerings from 45 local restaurants. Drinks included Footloose!February 20, 2009 - February 22, 2009 Venue: Parker Playhouse Location: Fort Lauderdale Phone: 954-462-0222<
Mardi Gras Fiesta Tropicale Music & food festival featuring Friday costume parade and Saturday float parade. Taste of New Orleans, Krewe Balls, live music. A1A Marathon
Fat Tuesday on Hollywood Beach Live music, second line parade and gumbo contest. Fort Lauderdale Billfish TournamentFebruary 26, 2009 - March 1, 2009 Location: Las Olas Marina, Fort Lauderdale Phone: 954-523-1004 29th Annual Sistrunk Parade & Festival 9am parade, 11am-6pm festival February 28, 2009 Location: Fort Lauderdale Phone: 954-419-1877 Parade travels down historic Sistrunk Blvd and ends with a big celebration along the Sistrunk corridor. Vendors, music & food. Orange Blossom Festival, Parade & RodeoFebruary 28, 2009 - March 1, 2009 9am-5pm Location: Bergeron Rodeo, Davie Phone: 954-797-1166 Crowne Plaza Hollywood Beach Resort Hotel, the newest star in Fort Lauderdale hotels in Hollywood, Florida, is pleased to offer a unique locale and welcoming accommodations that make us the premier destination for South Florida vacations. From our signature Hollywood Beach restaurants to remarkable Fort Lauderdale event planning services, think of Crowne Plaza when browsing South Florida luxury hotels. |
