What’s Happening Fort Lauderdale – Latest Buzz on Las Olas

Open Table Names Two Local Restaurants (Louie Bossi & Takato) to Top 100 Outdoor List

In the world of outdoor dining, Louie Bossi’s and Takato emerge as stars. Not only presenting amazing cuisine and ambiance, but also creating unforgettable experiences. It should not be a surprise that these two outstanding local Fort Lauderdale restaurants have been named to Open Table’s List of 100 Most Popular Restaurants for Outside Dining. [...]

2023-09-19T13:32:43-04:00September 19th, 2023|Blog|

It’s time to start planning for Christmas on Las Olas! This year’s event is November 28, 2023 from 5pm-10pm.

We have multiple sponsorships available, including some custom sponsorships to help create more of an interactive presence for your business on Las Olas Boulevard for this event.If you'd like more information on our available sponsorships, please email [email protected] our businesses looking for our 10 x 10 vendor booths (standard or food vendors) , you can [...]

Huizenga Park Reimagined: a New Model for Public Spaces in Downtown Fort Lauderdale

In 2019, the Fort Lauderdale DDA engaged ULI’s Advisory Services to provide recommendations on how to enhance downtown Fort Lauderdale’s parks and open spaces. These recommendations became the guiding principles behind the DDA’s efforts to reimagine Huizenga Park. World-class public spaces are essential infrastructure for vibrant, healthy, and inclusive cities. With initial support [...]

2023-07-21T10:50:06-04:00August 1st, 2023|Blog|

Summer Yuletide: Santa heads to SoFlo for Las Olas’ annual Christmas in July Celebration

Source: WSVN Channel 7 Deco Drive - July 20, 2023 | By Lynn Martinez Article Link: https://wsvn.com/entertainment/deco-drive/summer-yuletide-santa-heads-to-soflo-for-las-olas-annual-christmas-in-july-celebration/ Even though it’s just July, Santa Claus is leaving the North Pole for Florida. St. Nick is hitting Las Olas this Saturday to host Christmas in July, and you better be on his [...]

LOA Update: Experience Christmas In July

Author Jodi Tanner - Vice President Las Olas Association | Las Olas Boulevard & Isles Magazine Okay I have GREAT news so hold your Elf hats! Santa is going to be here vacationing in Fort Lauderdale for the 2nd Annual “Christmas in July on Las Olas”. Our Association is excited to again be partnering [...]

2023-07-07T13:12:14-04:00July 1st, 2023|Blog|

Fort Lauderdale becomes a shopping haven. What’s driving the city’s thriving retail scene?

Las Olas Shopping Featured in Miami Herald Republished: Miami Herald | By Rebecca San Juan - Published June 9, 2023 9:30 AM Downtown Fort Lauderdale’s shopping and restaurant scene is in full bloom, boasting its lowest retail real estate vacancy rate in 10 years. It’s a sign business owners are placing confident [...]

Special Feature: Downtown FTL’s Rocking Retail Market

Downtown Fort Lauderdale enjoys a vibrant retail and dining scene, with 150 new restaurants and shops coming online in just the last five years, and more on the way! New restaurants and shops, combined with the existing spots we know and love, are elevating the downtown experience. I’m grateful that we are fortunate to add [...]

2023-05-30T14:45:29-04:00May 30th, 2023|Blog|

The Pulse on DowntownFTL: Downtown Living

Downtown Fort Lauderdale is reaching new heights. The city’s recent growth, at a similar pace as other hot sun belt cities, has created a dynamic downtown experience at the center of the South Florida region. The Fort Lauderdale Downtown Development Authority's President & CEO, Jenni Morejon, sat down with Jason Amato, one of DowntownFTL’s [...]

LOBI Magazine May 2023 Edition: A Summer Day on Las Olas

There aren’t many places that share our combination of bustling city life and breathtaking beaches, which is why no matter if you are a local or just passing though, there’s never a bad time to take a moment to appreciate how wonderful Fort Lauderdale really is! I invite you to experience the perfect summer [...]

2023-05-22T15:05:11-04:00May 22nd, 2023|Blog|

On the Boulevard Witnessing Change

Vinos on Las Olas opened the day after Thanksgiving in 2014 in the space where Las Olas Café spent many years feeding loyal locals. Many still remember walking down a short walkway off Las Olas to get to Vino’s and entering a charming courtyard that reminded some of Old World bars. Co-owners Clayton Chelley, [...]

2023-04-27T16:02:04-04:00May 10th, 2023|Blog|