The sun sets. The fun starts.
Relax and unwind at a local wine bar, or dance it up with martinis and heart-pumping music . Catch the game with friends at a sports bar or laugh the night away at a comedy club. Bring your cowboy hat and boots for a country/western night out at the saloon, or feel the passionate and energetic vibe (and maybe even learn to salsa!) of Latin-inspired nightlife.
Choose your idea of fun below:
Print PageGALLERY AT BEACH PLACE
- 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.
GAMEWORKS AT SAWGRASS OASIS
- 2608 Sawgrass Mills Cir., Ste. 1303, Sunrise, 954-845-8740
- American, $
- Open: Arena Sports Bar and Grill Hours Mon-Thurs 11am-9pm, Fri 11am-10pm, Sat 11am-10pm, Sun 11am-9pm. Holiday Hours: Thanksgiving 2pm-12am, Christmas Eve 11am-5pm, Christmas Day 2pm-12am, New Year's Eve 10am-2am, New Year's Day 10am-12am.
- 20,000 sq. ft. interactive arena. Unique entertainment destination delivering all-around games, drinks, food, music. Players of all ages are the attraction.
GATSBY'S
- 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
GIORGIO'S GRILL
- 606 N. Ocean Blvd., Hollywood, 954-929-7030
- Saturday mixed music for International Night, 11pm-4am.
GULFSTREAM PARK RACING & CASINO
- 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.
HOLLYWOOD OCEANFRONT BROADWALK
- A1A east to the ocean between Sheridan St. and Hollywood Blvd., Hollywood, 954-921-3404
- 2.2 mile long pedestrian promenade, combined with dramatic coastal views of Hollywood Beach. Newly reconstructed path for walkers, bicycle lane and jogging path. Outdoor cafes from organic farmers market and juice bar, to gourmet meals and ice cream cones.
HOLLYWOOD VINE
- 2035 Harrison St, Hollywood, 954-922-2910
- Home to more than 600 wines from all over the world, they competitively price their wine, spirits, artisan cheese, beers and gourmet foods and combine those offerings with excellent service. Plus, they deliver.
HOOTERS BEACH PLACE
- 17 S. Atlantic Blvd., Fort Lauderdale, 954-767-0014
- Sports Bars, $
- Open: Mon-Thurs 11am-12am, Fri-Sat 11am-2am, Sun 12pm-12am.
- This casual beach-themed establishment features '50s & '60s jukebox music, sports on television, and a menu that includes seafood, sandwiches, salads and spicy chicken wings.
HOT SHOTS SPORTS BAR & BILLIARDS
- 3868 N. University Drive, Sunrise, 954-748-4232
- Sports Bars, $
- Open: Sun-Thurs 11am-2am, Fri-Sat 1pm-3am
- View sports from 10 satellites on 42 televisions and 3 widescreens, 19 billiard tables.
- Average Dining Cost: $8
IMPROV COMEDY CLUB & DINNER THEATRE
- 1 Seminole Way, Hollywood, 954-981-5653
- Other, $$
- Open: Check Website for Showtimes.
- Catch nationally-renowned comedians as well as local talent in this 460 seat venue featuring a unique Magic Martini bar
- Average Dining Cost: $7-$15
INN-FIELD PUB
- 11943 W. Oakland Park Blvd., Sunrise, 954-741-2100
- Sports Bars, $$
- Open: Sun-Thurs 10am-2am, Fri-Sat 10am-4am.
- Caters to fans of Miami Dolphins, Pittsburgh Steelers and NY Jets.
ISLE CASINO AND RACING AT POMPANO PARK
- 1800 S.W. Third St., Pompano Beach, 954-972-2000
- 1,500 Vegas style slots, poker room, four restaurants, multi-story feature bar, high tech sports bar and wagering area overlooking the track. Non-Smoking. Nightly entertainment. Live harness racing.
J.P. MULLIGANS
- 12415 Taft Street, Pembroke Pines, 954-432-3350
- Sports Bars
- Open: Daily 11am-3am
- Lots of televisions for viewing your favorite sport and live entertainment. Karaoke headquarters. Daily drink specials.
LAS OLAS BOULEVARD
- Las Olas Blvd., Fort Lauderdale, 954-937-7386
- Known as the shoppers' paradise. Where else can you find such a wide variety of quality stores? And the ambience of the boulevard makes shopping even more of a pleasure. Have a leisurely brunch at a sidewalk café, browse and shop at fabulous boutiques, galleries, specialty stores and fabulous fashion houses and then spend a romantic evening dining at one of Las Olas' many wonderful restaurants!
LAS OLAS RIVERFRONT
- 300 S.W. 1st Ave., Fort Lauderdale, 954-522-6556
- A shopping, dining, and entertainment center overlooking the New River in the heart of Downtown Fort Lauderdale. Enjoy casual or fine dining and a variety of bars and boutiques. Sun-Thurs 11am-10pm, Fri-Sat 11am-4am. Bars and restaurants stay open later.
LIPS
- 1421 E. Oakland Park Blvd., Oakland Park, 954-567-0987
- Enjoy dinner and a drag show. Shows begin at 8:15pm Tue-Sun. Sun brunch performances at noon and 3pm. Cover charges of $5 Thurs-Sat; $3 on Sun. No covers the rest of the week. $15 food minimum all nights.
LIVING ROOM
- 300 SW 1st Ave, Fort Lauderdale, 888-992-7555
- Interactive venue that stimulates the senses. From the entrance pool to a white world of changing mood-scapes and the multi-million dollar art and technology collection, the atmosphere mirrors a universe of heightened emotions.
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