04/03/2026
🌴 Fort Lauderdale's Ultimate Weekend Guide: 12 Fun Events, Now with Full Details! 🌴
Get ready, Fort Lauderdale! The weekend is almost here, and it’s looking absolutely jam-packed with things to do. We've taken your top requested list and added all the must-know details—from exact times to what to expect—so you can plan your perfect weekend, April 3rd to 5th. If you're searching for live music on the sand, an indoor rave, a local market, or world-class art, we've got you covered.
Here is your expanded guide to the 12 most fun events happening in and around Fort Lauderdale! 🌊🎸🕺
#1 🌊🎸 Friday Night Sound Waves at Fort Lauderdale Beach
Date & Time: Friday, April 3rd, 6:30 PM – 9:30 PM.
Detail: Kick off your weekend with the official start of the spring concert series at The LOOP (Las Olas Oceanside Park). Enjoy a free live performance by Mr. Nice Guy & Friends, playing classic rock and dance hits. Bring a blanket or lawn chair and enjoy the ocean breeze.
#2 🍽️🎶 Friday Dining in the Streets & Live Music at Blue Jean Blues
Date & Time: Friday, April 3rd, 7:00 PM – 11:00 PM.
Detail: Experience the newly pedestrian-friendly dining area on 33rd Street (North Beach Village). Secure a patio table at Blue Jean Blues to enjoy their renowned jazz and blues band while dining al fresco. It's a lively, sophisticated street party atmosphere.
#3 🎧🎹 MindTravel Live-to-Headphones Silent Piano Concert on the Beach
Date & Time: Friday, April 3rd, 6:00 PM (sunset).
Detail: Join composer Murray Hidary for a unique, meditative experience. Put on wireless headphones and listen to a spontaneous live piano performance right on Fort Lauderdale Beach (near 1100 Seabreeze Blvd). The music is designed to guide you through a 'mind travel' journey as the sun sets over the ocean.
#4 👗🍕 Spring Break Party: Little Black Dress at Munchie’s
Date & Time: Friday, April 3rd, 9:00 PM – 2:00 AM.
Detail: Get ready for a massive spring break theme night at Munchie's Pizza Club in Himmarshee Village. Ladies wearing a little black dress receive a free drink upon entry, and the night features a mix of high-energy pop, hip-hop, and club classics.
#5 🎤🔥 KRS-One Only Florida Show at Kemistry Nightclub
Date & Time: Saturday, April 4th, Doors open at 7:00 PM.
Detail: This is a major event for hip-hop fans! Legendary "Teacha" KRS-One is performing his only scheduled show in Florida at Kemistry Nightclub. The night is packed with supporting acts including DJ Epps and DJ G-Funk, promising an unforgettable performance of true hip-hop culture.
#6 🕺👾 GATE (A Raver Things Party) at Stache Drinking Den
Date & Time: Saturday, April 4th, 10:00 PM – 4:00 AM.
Detail: Stache transforms into a futuristic underground rave scene for GATE, a party dedicated to immersive electronic music, house, and techno. Expect a high-energy vibe, special effects, and deep tracks mixed by local DJs in the stylized setting of Stache Drinking Den.
#7 🔥🍕 Spring Break Party: NOCHE DE FUEGO at Munchie’s
Date & Time: Saturday, April 4th, 9:00 PM – 2:00 AM.
Detail: The spring break energy continues at Munchie's Pizza Club. Saturday night is NOCHE DE FUEGO, featuring a fusion of Latin urban beats, reggaeton, and open-format dance music. Munchie’s is known for its oversized pizza slices and massive party atmosphere.
#8 🏛️🚶♂️ Historic-Architectural Walking Tour of Downtown Fort Lauderdale
Date & Time: Saturday, April 4th, 10:30 AM – 12:00 PM.
Detail: Discover the hidden history behind the modern skyline. Meet at Laura Ward Riverwalk Plaza (near the Stranahan House) for a guided tour exploring the city’s founding, key historical figures, and iconic architectural styles that defined early Fort Lauderdale.
#9 🧺🍎 Sunday Farmers’ Market in Lauderdale-By-The-Sea
Date & Time: Sunday, April 5th, 9:00 AM – 1:00 PM.
Detail: Start your Sunday with a stroll through the open-air market at El Prado Park, just a block from the ocean in Lauderdale-By-The-Sea. Shop for locally grown produce, artisan foods, handmade crafts, and unique gifts, all with a relaxed beach town atmosphere.
#10 🎧🍸 Live DJ Night at ViceVersa, Las Olas Boulevard
Date & Time: Sunday, April 5th, 7:00 PM – Midnight.
Detail: Wind down your weekend with a cool, upscale experience on Las Olas. ViceVersa hosts its signature Live DJ Night, featuring local talent spinning a curated blend of deep house, chill-out beats, and lounge classics, perfectly paired with their craft cocktail menu.
#11 🏒🔬 Hockey: Faster Than Ever at Museum of Discovery & Science
Date & Time: Weekend-Long (Daily until May 3).
Detail: An absolute must for sports and science fans! This large-scale, interactive exhibition at MODS explores the science behind the speed of hockey. Try out dynamic, hands-on challenges, test your reaction time, and learn how physics and physiology drive the fastest game on ice.
#12 🎨🖼️ I’m Still Here Exhibit at NSU Art Museum
Date & Time: Weekend-Long (Museum open Fri-Sat 11-5, Sun 12-5).
Detail: A deeply moving and powerful new exhibition. Located at NSU Art Museum (1 E Las Olas Blvd), I'm Still Here features works by a diverse group of contemporary artists focusing on themes of resilience, community, and finding joy in the face of challenges.
What a spectacular, full-detail lineup! Now that you know exactly what’s happening, which of these are you heading to? Tell us in the comments below, or share your other fun plans! Have an incredible weekend! 🤩