Riverwalk Fort Lauderdale and partnered events are featured in Go Riverwalk Magazine. Riverwalk events are among the most favorite in Fort Lauderdale. You can enjoy everything from a Florida Stone Crab to cooking competitions to an afternoon of doggie fun! Riverwalk Member Mixers downtown continue to delight for more than 15 years. All are great events to meet up with friends, meet new people and enjoy downtown and the beautiful Riverwalk.
July 2024
Riverwalk Tacos and Tequila Feast – The Second Annual Riverwalk Tacos and Tequila Feast was on May 18. Attendees braved the record heat to enjoy some of South Florida’s mouthwatering tacos and tequilas, with VIP attendees sampling a selection of premium and ultra-premium tequilas, mezcals and other beverages curated by Con Murphy’s Ocean Bar and Grill, and Stephens Distributing. Thank you to our amazing sponsors Morningstar Storage, Water Taxi and S. Mark Graphics. Photos courtesy of Jason Leidy.
Riverwalk Rhythm and Brews – Riverwalk Rhythm and Brews returned to Esplanade Park on June 1. This free-to-attend event in Downtown Fort Lauderdale featured live music, free lawn games, cold beers and food trucks. Photos courtesy of Jason Leidy.
Fizz Fest: Bubbles on the River – On May 11, Riverwalk Fort Lauderdale partnered up with House on the River for the first Fizz Fest: Bubbles on the River event. Guest enjoyed an interactive afternoon featuring bubbly drinks, seltzers and live music.
Huizenga Park Reimagined – Fort Lauderdale’s signature gathering place is getting a makeover, and ground was officially broken on May 22 for this reimagining of Huizenga Park. The $15 million project will have a central lawn, a fountain surrounded by shade and seating, a terrace, a dog run, a “moundscape” with small hills to climb, a raised wooden deck next to the Riverwalk, and a river overlook. Photos courtesy of Jason Leidy.
Walk of Fame and Great American Beach Party -The City of Fort Lauderdale kicked off summer with its annual Great American Beach Party on May 25. Event goers enjoyed live bands, water slides, a kids zone, a classic car show, an art show, a sand sculpting contest, a parachute jump, a military tribute, the Walk of Fame ceremony, vendors and exhibitors. The Walk of Fame honorees this year are: Guy Harvey, marine artist and conservationist; the late Carlton B. Moore, civil rights trailblazer and city commissioner; and Bruce G. Roberts, lifelong public servant, chief of police and city commissioner.
June 2024
ArtServe Impact Awards – The second annual Impact Awards on April 19 was a celebration of unsung heroes in the arts world who exemplify the organization’s core mission of talent-driven inclusivity and the soaring achievements that emerge and thrive because of it. Go Riverwalk Magazine received the Media Advocate of Impact award.
Smoke on the Water BBQ Feast – On April 20, Riverwalk hosted Smoke on the Water BBQ Feast. What a great afternoon in Esplanade Park for foodies, BBQ enthusiasts and families to enjoy delicious food and cold brews. Amazing events like these don’t happen without amazing sponsors. Special thanks to, Prestige Windows & Doors, Water Taxi, Morningstar Storage Fat Village, Riverland Apartments, and S.Mark Graphics.
24th Annual Riverwalk Tribute – On May 2, Riverwalk Fort Lauderdale honored a group of community leaders for their contributions to the City of Fort Lauderdale and the Riverwalk at the 24th Annual Riverwalk Tribute, held at the Riverside Hotel: Alexa and Britt Lanier of Two Men and A Truck, Jarett S. Levan of BBX Capital, Phil Purcell of the Marine Industries Association of South Florida and Bill Walker of the Fort Lauderdale Water Taxi.
May 2024
St. Patrick’s Parade and Festival – The Fort Lauderdale St. Patrick’s Parade and Festival drew thousands of spectators to the streets of Downtown on March 16. The parade showcased decorative floats, bagpipers, marching bands and street performers. The festival featured live music, a kids zone, exhibitors, interactive games, cultural activities and Irish food and beverages. Photos courtesy of Avatar Productions
Riverwalk International Food Festival – The Riverwalk International Food Festival celebrated unique flavors with cuisine from around the world at Esplanade Park on April 13. The event included an International Tasting Village with samplings of beers, wines, spirits and cocktails. Thank you to sponsors Dumas & Sanclemente Law PLLC, Alluvion Las Olas, Riverland Apartments, Schilling & Silvers PLLC, Morningstar Storage of Fat Village, Water Taxi, Go Riverwalk Magazine and S. Mark Graphics. Photos provided by Riverwalk Staff.
Riverwalk Power Mixer – Riverwalk members came together for a night of celebration and connection on April 8. Attendees enjoyed delicious food and drinks provided by YOLO. This semi-annual event was sponsored by Walter Duke + Partners.
