Greater Fort Lauderdale’s 23 miles of sun kissed shorelines, Blue Wave-certified beaches and more than 300 miles of Intracoastal Waterway make it the perfect summer destination for a getaway anytime of the year. From discovering great seasonal brews and trendy bars to playing in the water or dancing on the beach – here’s a quick guide to some summer fun in the 954!
Workout with a View
Hate the gym – hit the beach instead. Greater Fort Lauderdale’s water culture provides loads of inviting work out options, including:
Diver’s Haven: With water temperatures averaging 80 degrees in the summer, the waters of Greater Fort Lauderdale are perfect for getting submerged! Explore some of the 75+ artificial reefs that have been added into the destination’s natural reef system over the past 20 years. Shipwreck Park and The SS Copenhagen are the area’s best dive center for underwater exploration.
Balancing on Water: Give your core the ultimate workout with a specialty Stand Up Paddle (SUP) Boarding class. Fort Lauderdale Stand Up Paddle and Sunrise Paddleboards offer on-the-water experiences, such as Yoga Boarding, paddle Boot Camps and Paddle Pilates, where you’ll practice various exercise routines while balancing on sturdy SUP Boards – specialty classes include sunrise and full moon paddle board lessons.
Fit-Friendly Accommodations: Visitors looking for oceanside fitness hotel amenities have plenty to choose from in Greater Fort Lauderdale. Take on the sunrise with Yoga on the Beach at The Diplomat Beach Resort and try out recreational activities like SUP Boarding and Kayaking for all guests. The W Fort Lauderdale features daily beach fitness classes including Yoga and Boot Camp. B Ocean has beachfront exercise areas, encouraging guests to “B Active” while staying at the property.
Beachin’ Dance Vibes
Friday nights are for Sound Waves on Fort Lauderdale Beach! Performances are scheduled throughout the summer with a variety of music from Jazz to Latin Fusion and Reggae – there’s something for everyone to enjoy. Artists on this summer’s line-up include Spred the Dub, Rogue Theory, Fireside Prophets and Electric Piquete, among many others. Free admission.
Sip Your Way Through LauderdALE
GFL is home to some of the hoppiest breweries serving up the latest and greatest selection of beer. Below are some of the local brews on tap that you need to try during summer:
· Funky Buddha Brewery’s Eternal Summer
· LauderAle’s Summertime Sourness
· 42 Truths by Tap42 and Funky Buddah
· Hollywood Brewing Co.’s Limon Lager
· Passionfruit Guava Sesh IPA from 26o Brewing Co.
· Blood Orange Grapefruit Gose from Bangin’ Banjo Brewing
· Hollywood Mango IPA from The Brass Tap
Chill and Speakeasy
Who doesn’t love a good speakeasy-style bar? The secret’s out, discover some of these trendy hidden gems in GFL.
Stache Drinking Den: This cocktail lounge, coffee bar, nightclub and concert hall is dedicated to the art of mixology. The scene is mysterious and relaxed, yet curious and upbeat with vibes of a 1920s speakeasy right in Fort Lauderdale proper. It’s a place to escape. A swanky downtown drink scene where the walls are warmed with plush tapestries and the drink menu is flush with high-end potables.
The Apothecary 330: Located in Himmarshee Village and ensuring sophisticated recreation, this cocktail club can be found behind the walls of Pizza Craft, the neighborhood pizzeria. With 250 bottles of rare and specialty liquors and innovative libations, their “bar chefs” are known for making the most amazing drinks.
The Hideaway: A newbie to the GFL speakeasy scene, this industrial chic bar opened up on Las Olas Boulevard this past December and pays tribute to the city’s evolutionary history.
Get Your Art On
Summer nights are made for art walks, with galleries, restaurants and shops open to showcase the destination’s emerging art scene.
Downtown Hollywod Artwalk, Market & Mural Tour: The trending ArtWalk offers a free guided tour of the award winning Downtown Hollywood Mural Project every 3rd Saturday of the month. Enjoy gallery openings, live music, entertainment, restaurants, shops and a selection of vendors at the Downtown Hollywood Artisan Market.
FAT Village: Celebrate the local art and creative businesses of Fort Lauderdale during a fun night of incredible art, delicious food and great music. Focused at bringing together and showcasing the arts community of the city, this is one of the coolest events in town. Occurs the last Saturday of each month and attendance is free.
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