Fort Lauderdale · Weekend of 2026-02-13

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Fort Lauderdale 33333

Weekend of February 13-15, 2026

WEEKEND SNAPSHOT

Sunny and mild with highs near 77°F and lows around 64°F. Perfect outdoor conditions.

High foot traffic expected downtown for the IGNITE art festival and Mardi Gras events.

⚡ If You Only Do One Thing

IGNITE Broward: Immersive Art & Technology Festival

Nightly, 6:00 PM – 10:00 PM (Friday and Saturday extended to 11:00 PM)

"It is a massive, free interactive light show that appeals to tech-loving professionals and energetic children alike, offering a high-production experience without the admission fee of a museum."

PRO TIP: The Delevoe Park site gets crowded; park at the African American Research Library nearby and use the designated crosswalks to avoid the main congestion on NW 6th St.

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Mardi Gras Extravaganza at The Wharf

Feb 13-14, 12:00 PM – Late • The Wharf Fort Lauderdale

A waterfront celebration with New Orleans brass bands, specialty Hurricane cocktails, and live performers.

Best For: Active professionals and social groups.

MODS 'Game On!' Interactive Exhibit

Sat 10 AM – 5 PM, Sun 12 PM – 5 PM • Museum of Discovery and Science

A new large-scale exhibit exploring the science of sports, physics, and human movement through massive interactive games.

Best For: Young families with elementary-aged children. • Cost: $24 - $27 for General Admission.

Sunday Public Art Tour

Sunday, Feb 15, 2:00 PM – 3:00 PM • NSU Art Museum Fort Lauderdale

A docent-led walk-through of the current 'Shifting Perspectives' contemporary art exhibition.

Best For: Professionals seeking a cultural indoor reset. • Cost: Included with $16 museum admission.

Choose Your Mode

Mode: Family Adventure

Valentine's Vow Renewal & Family Picnic Free to watch/picnic

Saturday, Feb 14, 12:00 PM • Las Olas Oceanside Park

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Tip: The loop around the park is closed to cars; park at the Las Olas Garage for the easiest access.

Mode: Active Professional

Big Sunday Energy Kick-Off

Sunday, Feb 15, 12:00 PM – 9:00 PM • New River Waterfront

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Tip: Take the Water Trolley (free) to avoid parking fees in the Himmarshee District.

Weekend at a Glance

Friday Night

IGNITE Immersive Sculptures

Social Art

Saturday Day

Mardi Gras Brass Band Performance

Live Music

Sunday Afternoon

NSU Contemporary Docent Tour

Culture

⚠️ Logistics Watch Outs

Brightline Station Congestion

Saturday afternoon near NW 2nd Ave due to regional travelers arriving for Valentine's weekend.

Use the Broward County Transit (BCT) bus routes or walk if you are coming from Las Olas.

Las Olas Blvd Traffic

Friday 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM

Cross the New River using the 3rd Ave bridge instead of Andrews Ave to bypass the theater crowd.

🍿 Movies

Top Box Office

Avatar: Fire and Ash (PG-13): The Na'vi face a new threat from the volcanic 'Ash People' in James Cameron’s latest visual masterpiece.

Five Nights at Freddy's 2 (PG-13): The animatronic horror returns with new secrets and higher stakes in this major late-2025 holdover.

Zootopia 2 (PG): Judy Hopps and Nick Wilde go undercover to track a mysterious reptile in the animal metropolis.

New This Weekend

Wuthering Heights (PG-13): Emerald Fennell directs a provocative reinvention of the gothic romance, starring Margot Robbie and Jacob Elordi.

Crime 101 (R): A cat-and-mouse heist thriller along the LA freeway starring Chris Hemsworth and Mark Ruffalo.

📅 Plan Ahead

Date	Event	Action
April 17-19, 2026	Tortuga Music Festival	High; hotel blocks and early-bird tickets are selling out now.

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