The sun sets. The fun starts.

• 200 West Broward Boulevard, Fort Lauderdale, 954-449-1028
• Revolution Live is a live concert venue located in the entertainment district of downtown Fort Lauderdale. VIP room and bottle service available for concert viewing. Visit www.JoinTheRevolution.net for a schedule of upcoming shows. America's Backyard is a sister property located adjacent to Revolution Live. Outdoor bar and grill open Wed-Sun until 4am. Both venues are available for private and semi-private parties

• 1 E. Commercial Blvd., Lauderdale-By-The-Sea, 954-776-0001
• Caribbean, $$
• Open: Lunch & Dinner: Mon-Sat: 11am-11pm, Sun 9am-11pm. Bar: Sun-Tues 11am-1am, Wed-Sat 11am-2am
• Located on the Ocean in Lauderdale by the sea, Live Music everyday. Great seafood and steaks. The casual bar, where familiar faces greet one another on a first name basis, is a favorite with locals and tourists. Join Aruba Beach Cafe for Happy Hour Mon-Fri starting at 4pm.

• 3419 N. Andrews Avenue, Oakland Park, 954-567-1990
• Have a laugh and enjoy the good in life while surrounded by your closest friends. 20 draft beers from around the world. Hour Mon-Fri 4-7pm, Thurs Dart night, Fri Live Music at 9pm.

• 3320 NE 33rd Street, Fort Lauderdale, 954-306-6330
• Hot but cool, sophisticated yet casual, Blue Jean Blues is the welcome new addition to Fort Lauderdale's sizzling nightlife scene. Settle into this inviting spot with its exposed brick walls, atmospheric lighting and cozy seating, order your favorite cocktail, beer or wine, and take in the sights and sounds of live blues and jazz seven nights a week!

• 3440 E Atlantic Blvd, Pompano Beach, 954-942-3159
• Irish
• The local hangout for all Pompano Beachers, full of fun people and fun music.

• 5460 W. Hillsboro Blvd., Coconut Creek, 954-571-6999
• Sports Bars, $
• Open: Mon-Sat 11am-2am Sun 12pm-2am
• This sports tavern caters to Miami Dolphin fans and is known for its wings. View 33 televisions and 3 widescreens.
• Average Dining Cost: $10

• 8358 Pembroke Pines Blvd., Hollywood, 954-342-0330
• 21 and over entertainment megaplex. Inside this 25,000 sq.ft. facility lies 8 separate bars, 2 giant screen TV's, 88 televisions, an exclusive VIP Martini Bar, a chic Latin bistro named Babalu Bar, and a state-of-the-art Media Room that is a sports-enthusiast's dream. The newest addition to the club's entertainment arsenal is the "Red Zone" sports bar featuring a 25 foot long bar made of ice and surrounded by big screen TV's. Martini Mondays, Wed Latin Night, Thurs Ladies Night, Fri Happy Hour 4pm-8pm, Fiesta Saturdays, and Sun Caribbean Night. Open to 4am each night.

• 6401 N. Andrews Ave., Fort Lauderdale, 954-491-9335
• Sports Bars
• Open: Sun-Wed 11am-11pm, Thurs 11am-12am, Fri-Sat 11am-1am.
• Our philosophy is simple. Make burgers from scratch and pile them high. Serve cold beer. Fill our bar with TV's and turn the volume up for games. Bring in a DJ and have a party every night.

• 214 SW Second Street, Fort Lauderdale, 954-764-8459
• These cowgirls know how to sing, dance and pour a whiskey double all at once. Great stop for a bachelorette or bachelor party. Always a full house Tues-Sat. Late night happy hour 12-4am, Mon-Fri Happy Hour 4pm-8pm & Sat-Sun 12pm-8pm. 21+ only.

• 301 E. Dania Beach Blvd., Dania Beach, 954-927-2841
• Pari-mutual betting on "the world's fastest game". Poker open Sun-Thurs noon-midnight. Fri-Sat noon-3am. No limit Texas Hold'em games and multi-table tournaments daily. Simulcast horses, harness and jai-alai. Live jai-alai Tue-Sat 7pm, Matinees Tue, Sat, Sun. Open seating. Free.

• 217 SW 2nd St., Fort Lauderdale, 954-522-1908
• A downtown favorite for those who love a rowdy Irish bar featuring some of the best cover bands in Fort Lauderdale. Be prepared to stand very close to the person next to you on the weekends and feel free to join the crowd as they attempt to sing along with the band. 21+ only.

FAT CAT

• 320 SW Second St., Fort Lauderdale, 954-467-5867
• Popular downtown dive bar rocking out to live local bands every night. Pull up a barstool with your friends and order an iced cold bottle of beer or a fruity cocktail from one of the friendly bartenders- don’t worry, this is a no judging zone. Great place for those who need a break from the booty music found in most other clubs. Widest Craft Beer selection in all of Broward. Happy Hour 5pm-10pm and live entertainment daily. 21+ only.

• 17 S. Ft. Lauderdale Beach Blvd., Fort Lauderdale, 954-764-3460
• An exclusive all-in-one entertainment destination on Fort Lauderdale beach offering a unique blend of shopping, dining, live musical performances and events all along the beachfront, two blocks north of Las Olas Blvd. You can get to Beach Place via water by either Water Taxi or River Taxi. Sun-Thurs 11am-10pm, Fri-Sat 11am-midnight.

• 1805 S. University Dr., Davie, 954-476-0063
• Specialty, $
• Open: Mon/Tue/Thurs 4pm-2am, Wed 4pm-3am, Fri 4pm-4am, Sat 6pm-4am, Sun 11:30am-3am.
• Salads, Wraps, and Pizzas. Warmth and elegance merge with glamour and excitement to offer the perfect ambiance for fun and relaxation.
• Average Dining Cost: $10

• 901 S. Federal Hwy., Hallandale Beach, 954-454-7000
• Casino gaming with Vegas style slots and video poker, world-class thoroughbred racing, and year-round simulcasting, no-limit poker, fine dining and live entertainment. Slots daily Sun-Thurs 9am-3am, Fri-Sat 9am-5am. Open every Fri-Sat 24 hours. Live racing January through April.