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Downtown Fort Lauderdale Updates

The Fort Lauderdale Downtown Development Authority (DDA) is a public-private partnership agency that powers the experience, growth, and prosperity of Downtown Fort Lauderdale. DowntownFTL is a vibrant metropolitan city that is evolving at the center of the South Florida region, where all are inspired to live like locals. The DDA implements projects that improve th

e urban core to create a flourishing destination for residents, employees, and visitors. The DDA strives to grow DowntownFTL with major investments in real estate, infrastructure, and transportation, improve public spaces like streets and parks for all to enjoy, and connect the city through partnerships to cultivate an environment where people come together to celebrate community.

09/07/2026

A long weekend on the water, sunshine overhead, and nowhere else to be.

Fort Lauderdale: Fueled by Water.

September is kicking off with a full lineup Downtown. 👀Here’s your lineup:📍 Friday🎶 12 PM — CORE Riverwalk Fort Lauderda...
09/04/2026

September is kicking off with a full lineup Downtown. 👀

Here’s your lineup:
📍 Friday
🎶 12 PM — CORE Riverwalk Fort Lauderdale Tunes on Top at Tunnel Top Plaza
💃 6:30 PM — Zumba by Domingo at Huizenga Park

📍 Saturday
🧪 10 AM — Messy Science Weekends at Museum of Discovery & Science
🏈 3 PM — College Game Day at PATIO Bar & Pizza | Flagler Village

📍 Sunday
🎷 11 AM — Sunday Jazz Brunch at Esplanade Park
🏈 1 PM — Game Day at Marina Village | Ft. Lauderdale Beach

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Long weekends are better when they’re spent in Downtown Fort Lauderdale. ☀️A relaxing stay, waterfront dining, an aftern...
09/02/2026

Long weekends are better when they’re spent in Downtown Fort Lauderdale. ☀️

A relaxing stay, waterfront dining, an afternoon at the museum, a gondola ride along the New River, and pizza with friends. That’s our kind of Labor Day weekend.

Looking for your next walk along the Riverwalk? 🌴 Waterfront views, local dining, public spaces, and places to slow down...
08/31/2026

Looking for your next walk along the Riverwalk? 🌴 Waterfront views, local dining, public spaces, and places to slow down make the Riverwalk one of Downtown Fort Lauderdale’s favorite ways to spend the day.

📍 Santorini By Georgios
📍 riversidehotelfl
📍 Huizenga Park
📍 La Rivière Bakery
📍 Boathouse
📍 The Wharf Fort Lauderdale

Save this guide for your next stroll along the Riverwalk and share it with someone who loves spending time by the water.

08/28/2026

As the sun goes down, Downtown Fort Lauderdale keeps moving.

City lights come to life, the skyline shines a little brighter, and the energy carries on well into the night.

Big things are coming to Downtown Fort Lauderdale this fall. 👀New places to brunch, dine, and dance are on the way. Down...
08/24/2026

Big things are coming to Downtown Fort Lauderdale this fall. 👀

New places to brunch, dine, and dance are on the way. Downtown’s lineup just keeps getting better.

Little Hen
Ophelia
Kapow Noodle Bar
Good Night John Boy
Sweetwaters Restaurant | Las Olas

Which opening are you most excited for?

08/19/2026

Checking restaurants off your Dine Out Lauderdale list?

Start with Del Frisco's Grille for an evening of great food, signature cocktails, and one of Downtown Fort Lauderdale’s favorite dinner spots.

Calling all coffee lovers. Downtown Fort Lauderdale is home to plenty of cafés worth adding to your next coffee crawl, e...
08/17/2026

Calling all coffee lovers. Downtown Fort Lauderdale is home to plenty of cafés worth adding to your next coffee crawl, each with its own specialty drinks and neighborhood charm.

☕ Wells Coffee Company
☕ Java & Jam
☕ Café Bastille Miami

Tag the friend you’re bringing along and let us know which coffee shop you’re stopping at first.

08/14/2026

Golden hour in Downtown Fort Lauderdale.

Waterfront views, the Fort Lauderdale Water Taxi passing by, and a skyline that always catches the light just right.

08/12/2026

Looking for a night out that’s a little sweeter than dinner? 🎂

This summer, swap the usual reservation for a seat at Lovelee Bakeshop - Ft Lauderdale Bakery: cakes and custom treats and learn how to fill, frost, and decorate your own two-layer cake. No experience needed, just bring your creativity!

Two classes are still available:
🗓️ August 21
🗓️ September 18

It’s the perfect way to celebrate Greater Fort Lauderdale DiGreater Fort Lauderdaleking memories that last longer than dessert.

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201 East Las Olas Boulevard, Suite 1150
Fort Lauderdale, FL
33301

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