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Hollywood, Florida Events

Stay current on South Florida's ever-changing entertainment, events and dining scene. To fully experience Hollywood's unique style and local flavor, plan to stay and dine. Our restaurant page offers a multitude of options to discover where you can experience the atmosphere of an international bistros and sidewalk cafes in Downtown, or scenic oceanfront dining on the Hollywood Beach Broadwalk or dockside dining on the Intracoastal Waterway.
 

Ride the Hollywood Trolley! The best way to get to and from events on the Beach and in the Downtown.
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Special Events

FULL MOON DRUM CIRCLE
ArtsPark at Young Circle
Tuesday, February 7, 2012
7:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m.

Bring a drum or percussion instrument to the ArtsPark and participate in a guided drum circle. All skill levels welcome. Meet at the Palm Court (West Side).

Upcoming dates: March 8, April 6, May 6, June 4, July 3, Aug. 2, Aug. 31, Sept. 30

Information: Resurrection Drums, 954-926-0204 •

2012 BULLYMPICS AT TY PARK
3300 N. Park Road
Saturday, February 18, 2012
Registration 10:00 a.m., Games Start 11:00 a.m.

2012 Bullympics, an annual tradition that benefits the bulldog rescue group Buddies Thru Bullies. Owners will guide their bulldogs through an obstacle course, modified for the breed's unique "portly" shape. Spectators can cheer on their favorite competitor as the bulldogs waddle around the shaded course. Buddies Thru Bullies volunteers will be on hand to assist bulldogs on the course, run a silent auction and raffle, or just mingle with owners who want to brag about their bulldog's shenanigans. Event will be held at TY Park, 3300 N. Park Road, Hollywood, FL, Pavilions #5 & 6. There is a $15 registration fee for all competitors, and spectators can watch for only the park entrance fee of $1.50.

To obtain a registration form or for more information, visit www.BuddiesThruBullies.org or call 305-666-8870.

MARDI GRAS BASH @ ARTSPARK
ArtsPark at Young Circle
Saturday, February 18, 2012
7:00 p.m. - 10:00 p.m.

Downtown Hollywood will celebrate Mardi Gras 2012 with a free concert at the new ArtsPark Amphitheater by New Orleans rising star Glen David Andrews, fresh from his star-making appearances on HBO's 'Treme.' This free family-friendly community celebration is sponsored by the CRA, the City of Hollywood and the Hollywood ArtsPark and will be followed by an after-party at The Big Easy, 1925 Hollywood Blvd in Downtown Hollywood.

Information: 954-924-2980

ST. PATRICK'S DAY PARADE & FESTIVAL
Downtown Hollywood
Sunday, March 11, 2012
Noon - 6:00 p.m., Parade at 1:00 p.m.

Celebrate the Emerald Isle in Downtown Hollywood with Irish music, food and fun. The Hibernians of Hollywood have teamed with the City of Hollywood to put on a parade and festival in honor of St. Patrick's Day. The parade features floats, pipe bands, high school marching bands and community groups.

Information: 954-921-3404 or www.StPatricksParade.com

HOLLYWOOD ARTSPARK EXPERIENCE: BRAZIL
ArtsPark at Young Circle
Saturday, March 17, 2012
6:00 p.m. - 10:00 p.m.

The Rhythm Foundation presents a free cultural showcase featuring the sights and sounds of northeastern Brazil and live music by Recife's spectacular SpokFrevo Orquestra, an internationally acclaimed 21-piece big band that mixes the frenetic carnival rhythms of Brazil's wildly upbeat 'frevo' music with the razor-sharp arrangements and virtuoso improvisations of jazz.

Information: www.RhythmFoundation.com

ODD DUCK BAZAAR
Hollywood Central Performing Arts Center, 1770 Monroe Street
Saturday, March 31, 2012
Noon - 6:00 p.m.

Odd Duck Bazaar is an annual indie craft fair, artisan show case, handmade bazaar and music venue rolled into one. Expect a day of unique handmade crafts, art, food, live music and more. Admission is $5 for adults and children under 12 get in free.

Information: www.OddDuckBazaar.com

RELAY FOR LIFE
ArtsPark at Young Circle
Friday-Saturday, May 4-5, 2012

Join us for a community event where people of all ages and from all walks of life come together for a common cause, and where participants enjoy the camaraderie of a team while raising funds to support the research, education, advocacy, and patient services provided by the American Cancer Society.

Information: www.RelayForLife.org/HollywoodFL

Hard Rock Live at the
Seminole Hard Rock Hotel & Casino

1 Seminole Way, Hollywood

All seats are reserved and available at the Hard Rock Live Box Office and through Ticketmaster.

REGIS PHILBIN
Wednesday, February 8, 2012, 8:00 p.m.

JEFF FOXWORTHY
Thursday, February 9, 2012, 8:00 p.m.

GLADYS KNIGHT
Tuesday, February 14, 2012, 8:00 p.m.

KELLY CLARKSON
Thursday, February 16, 2012, 8:00 p.m.

DIANA ROSS
Thursday, February 23, 2012, 8:00 p.m.

THE DOOBIE BORTHERS
Friday, February 24, 2012, 8:00 p.m.

DICK FOX'S GOLDEN BOYS
Monday, February 27, 2012, 8:00 p.m.

FRANKIE VALLI & THE FOUR SEASONS
Friday & Saturday, MARCH 2 & 3, 2012, 8:00 p.m.

CIRQUE DREAMS presents POP GOES THE ROCK
March 29 - April 1, 2012 and APRIL 4 - 8, 2012, showtimes vary

ELVIS COSTELLO & THE IMPOSTERS
Wednesday, April 25, 2012, 8:00 p.m.

More Ongoing & Special Events

Click here for more events taking place in Downtown Hollywood and on Hollywood Beach.

Nature & Parks Events

Click here to view a variety of events and adventures available at Anne Kolb Nature Center at West Lake Park, Hollywood North Beach Park, and TopeeKeegee Yugnee (T.Y.) Park.

Recurring Events

ARTSPARK AT YOUNG CIRCLE ONGOING EVENTS

"Funtastic Fridays For Kids", Fridays at 5:00 p.m.
The best FREE family social event in town featuring a bounce house, face painters & more!
"ArtsPark Movie Nights", Fridays at 8:00 p.m.
Family friendly movies under the stars.
"Dancing in the Park", Saturdays at 8:00 p.m.
Featuring a DJ and two dancers all dressed in disco theme.

Information: 954-921-3500

MUSIC & DANCING UNDER THE STARS 
Hollywood Beach Theater
Every week
7:30 p.m. – 9:00 p.m.

Dance on the Broadwalk or just enjoy the music. Year-round series features music ranging from easy listening to line dancing to blues, R&B and rock & roll to special theme nights.

Mondays: "Theatre Under the Stars"
Tuesdays: "Dancing Under the Moonlight"
Wednesdays: "On the Broadwalk"
Fridays: "Broadwalk Friday Fest"
Saturdays: "Beach Theatre Bandstand"

Click here for featured performers. Performances are subject to weather conditions.

Information: 954-921-3404

DREAM CAR CLASSIC
Hollywood Blvd, between 19th & 21st Avenue
First Sunday of the month
10:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m.

Back by popular demand! The Dream Car Classic Car Show returns to Downtown Hollywood the first Sunday of the month through June 2012. Pre-1980 classic cars, modern classics and custom cars from 1981-2012. $10 car registration from 8 a.m. - 10 a.m. (Show Car Entrance: 20th Avenue & Tyler Street). People's Choice Award - 2 Classes; Top Ten Vehicles Award.

Upcoming dates: Feb. 5, March 4, April 1, May 6, June 3

Information: 954-214-2457

ARTWALK
Downtown Hollywood
Third Saturday of the month
7:00 p.m. – 10:00 p.m.

Look over the shoulder of an artist painting and visit the art galleries and businesses showcasing local, regional and international artwork during ArtWalk every 3rd Saturday of the month.

Information: 954-924-2980 or click here for details.

LIVE GLASSBLOWING DEMONSTRATIONS
ArtsPark at Young Circle
Every Thursday, Friday, & Saturday
7:00 p.m. - 10:00 p.m.

Hollywood is home to the centuries old tradition of glassblowing at the ArtsPark in Downtown Hollywood. Master glassblowers perform live demonstrations in the glassblowing studio every Thursday, Friday and Saturday from 7:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m. Sit comfortably in the theater style viewing area and watch the glassblowers create vessels and sculptures from molten glass that is over 2,000 degrees. Expert artists use the same traditional process that has been around for centuries. There's also a gallery connected to the studio with the latest work on display and available for purchase. Classes for novice to advanced area available for individuals and groups of up to three people.

Information: 954-924-2980 or www.gbohf.com

JOSH'S ORGANIC GARDEN
Harrison Street at the Broadwalk
Open Every Sunday
9:00 a.m. - 5:31 p.m.

Weekly organic garden featuring certified organic fruits, vegetables, nuts, seeds and juice bar.

Information: 954-456-FARM(3276)

HISTORIC HAMMERSTEIN HOUSE TOURS
1520 Polk Street
First Sunday of the month
1:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m.

The house at 1520 Polk Street is shown to the public free of charge by the Hollywood Historical Society. Designed by prominent Hollywood architect Bayard Lukens in 1935 for Vera and Clarence "Ham" Hammerstein, the house is a fine example of the style Lukens called "Tropical Modern."

Information: 954-923-5590

Art and Culture Center of Hollywood
1650 Harrison Street
954-921-3274

www.ArtAndCultureCenter.org

EXHIBITION: Abracadabra: Fifth Annual Exhibition and Fund-raising Raffle
Opening Reception: Friday, February 10, 6 - 9 pm
Exhibit runs February 11 - March 9, 2012
Raffle Event: Friday, March 9, 6 - 9 pm

Now in its fifth year, this exhibition and fund-raiser is comprised of approximately 100 donated works in all media by artists who have been invited to participate. Abracadabra culminates with a live raffle of these outstanding art works in the main gallery. All works are exhibited prior to the evening of the raffle, affording ticket buyers an opportunity to preview the art before the main event! More info

EXHIBITION: Christina Pettersson: The Sentinel
Opening Reception: Friday, February 10, 6 - 9 pm
Exhibit runs February 11 - March 11, 2012

Christina Pettersson's drawings examine the self not as one lives it, but as one's imagination creates it. The Sentinel will focus on Florida as a tropical locale that is almost always remaking itself through what she calls "the alluring mystery of faraway places." More info

EXHIBITION: John DeFaro: Trawler
Opening Reception: Friday, February 10, 6 - 9 pm
Exhibit runs February 11 - March 11, 2012

"Trawler" is the name given to a boat or vessel used for trawling. John DeFaro's site specific installation will combine activism and environmental concerns with visual art as a communicator. More info



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