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Zip 33333 33333
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Weekend of Apr 17 - Apr 19, 2026
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WEEKEND SNAPSHOT
Punchy and dry; daytime highs of 83°F with consistent coastal breezes and crisp 67°F evenings.
Brightline schedule expansions are increasing rail crossing wait times on Sunrise Blvd.
⚡ If You Only Do One Thing
Pompano Beach Seafood Festival
Saturday, 12:00 PM - 4:00 PM
"It is the last major outdoor festival before the May humidity surge, offering the region's best concentration of non-chain local catches."
PRO TIP: Avoid the A1A gridlock; park at Pompano Community Park and take the free air-conditioned shuttle directly to the gate.
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📍 Top Spots
Sistrunk Marketplace & Brewery
Friday Evening • 115 NW 6th St, Fort Lauderdale
A massive local-only food hall featuring Shady Distillery and Khoffner Brewery.
Best For: Foodies and social groups
NSU Art Museum: Future Tense Exhibit
Saturday Afternoon • One East Las Olas Blvd
A world-class contemporary collection housed in an Edward Larrabee Barnes-designed landmark.
Best For: Culture seekers • Cost: $16
Rhythm & Vine Garden Social
Sunday Afternoon • 401 NE 5th Terrace
An indoor/outdoor 'den' with rotating food trucks and a vintage airstream bar.
Best For: Casual socializers • Cost: Free entry
Choose Your Mode
Mode: Family
Butterfly World
$32.50 Adults / $22.50 Kids
Daily 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM • Tradewinds Park
The world's largest butterfly park provides a controlled, shaded environment for kids.
Tip: Arrive before 10 AM to see the butterflies at their most active before they rest in the afternoon heat.
Mode: Solo
Glitch Bar Arcade
Late Night Fri/Sat • Flagler Village
No-pressure environment with classic arcade cabinets set to free-play.
Tip: The rear bar is significantly quieter if you need a break from the chiptune noise.
Mode: Date Night
Sparrow Rooftop Lounge
$18 - $25 Cocktails
Friday Sunset • The Dalmar Hotel
Best panoramic views of the city skyline without the spring break crowd typical of beach bars.
Tip: Reservations are mandatory; request the 'West Wing' for the best sunset photos.
Weekend at a Glance
FRI evening
Craft Cocktails at Sistrunk Marketplace
Social
SAT morning
Butterfly World Aviary Walk
Nature
SAT afternoon
Pompano Seafood Festival
Hyper-Local
SUN morning
Las Olas Riverwalk Stroll
Active
SUN afternoon
Garden Vibes at Rhythm & Vine
Chill
⚠️ Logistics Watch Outs
Federal Highway (US-1) Tunnel Maintenance
Friday Night / Saturday Morning; New River Tunnel south-bound lanes.
Use the Andrews Avenue bridge or the SE 3rd Avenue bridge to cross the New River.
A1A Congestion
Sat-Sun 11 AM - 5 PM near Pompano Pier.
Avoid driving East of Federal Highway; use the official event shuttles from inland lots.
🍿 Movies
Top Box Office
The Cat in the Hat (PG): A colorful, high-energy reimagining of the Seuss classic starring Bill Hader.
Hoppers (PG): Pixar's latest body-swap comedy following a girl who enters the mind of a beaver.
Street Fighter (PG-13): A gritty, stylized reboot of the iconic fighting franchise.
📅 Plan Ahead
| Date |
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| May 14-17, 2026 |
Pompano Beach Fishing Rodeo |
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