Fort Lauderdale · Weekend of 2026-02-20
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| Fort Lauderdale 33333 | Weekend of Feb 20-22, 2026 |
WEEKEND SNAPSHOT
Sunny and breezy with highs of 81°F and lows of 68°F; ideal conditions for waterfront events.
Expect heavy traffic on A1A and SE 17th St due to multiple overlapping major festivals.
⚡ If You Only Do One Thing
40th Anniversary Fort Lauderdale International Film Festival (FLIFF)
Opening Weekend: Fri 12:00 PM - Sun 10:00 PM
"It is the premiere cultural event of the season, offering world premieres and star-studded beach parties that you won't find the rest of the year."
PRO TIP: Park at the Hibiscus Garage and use the free 'Circuit' electric shuttle to reach Savor Cinema and avoid the $30 event valet fees.
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📍 Top Spots
Collect-A-Con Fort Lauderdale
Sat-Sun 10:00 AM - 6:00 PM • Broward County Convention Center
A massive pop culture convention featuring trading cards, anime, and celebrity guests.
Best For: Young families and collectors • Cost: $30 - $50
SOBEWFF Fort Lauderdale Dinner Series
Fri & Sat 7:00 PM • Various Luxury Venues (e.g., Conrad Fort Lauderdale)
Intimate, high-end dinners hosted by world-renowned celebrity chefs as part of the 25th annual wine and food festival.
Best For: Active professionals and foodies • Cost: $200+
Beautiful: The Carole King Musical
Fri 8:00 PM, Sat 2:00 PM & 8:00 PM, Sun 1:00 PM • Broward Center for the Performing Arts
A Tony-winning jukebox musical chronicling the early career of Carole King.
Best For: Theater lovers and date night • Cost: $45 - $130
Choose Your Mode
Mode: High Energy & Social
The Loop's Weekend Market
Free Entry
Sat 10:00 AM - 5:00 PM • Las Olas Oceanside Park
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Tip: Arrive by 9:30 AM for the beachside yoga session before the crowds arrive.
Mode: Family-First Focus
Family BBQ featuring Apocalypse BBQ
$50 - $100
Sun 3:00 PM - 6:00 PM • SOBEWFF Venue (FTL)
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Tip: Sunscreen is a must as this event is fully outdoors on the sand/turf.
Weekend at a Glance
Friday Night
FLIFF Red Carpet Opening Ceremony
CULTURE
Saturday Afternoon
Collect-A-Con Trading Card Exchange
FAMILY
Sunday Morning
The Amalfi Llama Esplanade Brunch
FOOD
⚠️ Logistics Watch Outs
A1A Festival Congestion
Saturday afternoon near Las Olas Blvd and the Beach.
Use Sunrise Blvd to access the beach instead of Las Olas.
Convention Center Parking
All day Saturday during Collect-A-Con.
Pre-pay for parking via the venue app to avoid the 20-minute entry line.
🍿 Movies
Top Box Office
Goat (PG): A whimsical animated sports comedy about an underdog goat entering the big leagues.
Good Luck, Have Fun, Don't Die (PG-13): Sam Rockwell stars in this high-octane sci-fi comedy about a time-traveler saving the world via a diner crew.
Soulm8te (R): A psychological horror thriller about an AI companion that takes its programming too far.
New This Weekend
Three Bags Full: A Sheep Detective Movie (PG-13): A flock of sheep tries to solve their shepherd's murder in this star-studded mystery comedy.
I Can Only Imagine 2 (PG): The sequel to the faith-based hit continues the journey of personal and professional restoration.
📅 Plan Ahead
| Date | Event | Action |
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| Feb 28, 2026 | Sistrunk Parade & Festival | Low - Free public event celebrating local heritage. |
| March 7-8, 2026 | Las Olas Art Fair | Medium - Expect high foot traffic; reserve restaurant tables now. |