Beyond the ballroom.
On the Water
The natural tendency would be head to the water in this area known as "the Venice of America." Maybe a moonlit poolside reception overlooking the ocean from one of the area's many hotels or resorts. A dinner cruise through the mansions of Millionaire's Row on a luxury yacht. Or put your crew on a catamaran and sail to a private island. Show me water venue options.
On the Town
Groups can travel in style via Water Taxi instead of a motorcoach to the bright lights and vibrant energy of Las Olas Boulevard. Its walkable downtown Riverwalk Arts and Entertainment District contains venues where one-of-a-kind events can be created. Take a look at the historic Stranahan House, the Broward Center for the Performing Arts, the Museum of Art|Fort Lauderdale and the Museum of Discovery and Science and 3D Imax Theatre. Attendees can sail right up to the dock of the historic River House, a National Historic Landmark along the New River. Other event sites in this area include restaurants and entertainment venues. For guests who want to stay and play after the event, the lively Himmarshee Village offers nightlife options for your group. See more unique venues.
At the Beach
Beachplace, between the Intracoastal Waterway and the Atlantic Ocean, boasts casual venues. For your beach-chic event, look to the area's new waterfront "Lauderdale Luxe" hotel collection.
Plan a medal-winning event at the International Swimming Hall of Fame, complete with synchronized swimming to a live orchestra. The Bonnet House Museum, former residence of artist Frederic Clay Bartlett, features indoor and outdoor venues with an elegant "Old Florida" ambiance. After the event, groups can take a tour through Bonnet House's tropical gardens to the Atlantic for an authentic beach party.
Hollywood Events
In Hollywood area, a wide range of event venues can be found in one location: the Seminole Hard Rock Hotel & Casino and the adjoining Seminole Paradise dining, shopping and entertainment complex. Featuring 11 clubs and lounges, this hot spot includes a 120,000 square-foot Hard Rock Live for concerts and group events and the Okalee Indian Village, where groups can experience the culture and history of the Florida's "unconquered" people in an authentic Seminole Village.
Yet another exciting gaming venue is Hallandale's Gulfstream Park Racing & Casino which features thoroughbred racing, slots and poker. Private event settings include the opulent Sport of Kings Room; Frank's Beach, where groups can watch the race to the finish line; and the Walking Ring, where the thoroughbreds parade through.
The Hollywood Broadwalk offers a further selection of restaurants and clubs that can be used for private events along the beachside pedestrian promenade.
At the Spa
When it comes time to help your guests relax and feel rejuvenated, you're sure to find the key to tranquility at one of Greater Fort Lauderdale's group-friendly resort or day spas. Top-drawer pampering is guaranteed at the 48,000-square-foot Red Door Lifestyle Spa in the Hyatt Regency Bonaventure Convention Center & Spa, know the only destination lifestyle spa in the Red Door portfolio. World-class spas are found within the Lauderdale Luxe Hotel Collection, with more to come at in 2009 with the opening of the W Fort Lauderdale and Trump International Hotel & Tower, Fort Lauderdale.
