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Season Preview

2022-2023

By Gary Bitner

Welcome to a Season Full of The setup varies from one event to another and you may find
that walking or opting for a rideshare provides quick and
Entertainment Programs and easy access. Fort Lauderdale’s famous Water Taxi is another
transportation possibility. Or, you may prefer to drive and
Special Events park, with plentiful parking options at multiple downtown

parking garages and the City’s nearly-new, beach-area Las
I f last year’s “Season” teased you with the first few post- Olas Parking Garage, on the north side of Las Olas, just east
pandemic entertainment events on and around Las Olas
of the Intracoastal Waterway. It offers almost 700 parking
Boulevard, this year’s lineup is sure to spark your desire to
return to a life full of exciting entertainment. From Downtown spaces at a modest $2 per hour parking rate.
Fort Lauderdale to the beach, Las Olas and its environs are Tips for Attending Events
eager to welcome you to dozens of new and returning special Your desire to venture out and enjoy more local events is
programs and events. The upcoming calendar is chock full of shared by many others in Greater Fort Lauderdale. As a result,
local entertainment options. some events are likely to be crowded. You can avoid most
crowds by going early or late, or by carefully selecting what
Thinking of traveling out of town, out of state or even out of
the country soon? Before you make those travel plans, with days of the week you attend.
their potential for delayed flights, packed hotels, expensive To mask, or not to mask? These days, COVID spikes seem to
rent-a-cars and other travel nightmares, try enjoying all that come and go with little evidence of more masks being worn
Las Olas and its surroundings have to offer. Of course, if in public. As you know, open air events are likely safer than
your urge is strong to pack a bag and venture out, consider indoor events. Crowds can be a concern for the spread of
booking a “staycation” at one of the many new or established COVID. Bottom line: Do what you think is best for you and
hotels in downtown Fort Lauderdale or on Fort Lauderdale your family.
beach. Several of this season’s outdoor special events take With that, here’s our LAS OLAS BOULEVARD & ISLES
place little more than a quick walk from one or more hotels, MAGAZINE guide to this upcoming season’s top events. We
which are eager to welcome local residents to enjoy their hope you’ll find it helpful. Enjoy!
guestroom and dining options, plus nearby special events and
entertainment programs.

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