Current Events
IMPORTANT INFORMATION FOR TRAVELERS
One of the main questions that travelers ask is “When is the best time to travel to Florida?” Of course, Ramada Plaza Resorts OFV believes that the best time to come to Florida is anytime that you can get away. But to help you make that important decision of when to travel, we have put together some of the most popular attractions and events that take place in South Florida throughout the year. Don’t miss your favorite attractions and events. Here’s to seeing you in South Florida real soon!
January –
- Art Deco Weekend –if you are interested in architecture from 1925 to 1945 this event is for you. Take a walk around the Miami Art Deco Historic District and explore. For more information call (305) 672-2014
- Pompano Park Harness Track – amazing horseracing and stunt show www.pompanopark.com
- Gulfstream Race Track opens
- Orange Bowl “Patch” Beach Batch www.orangebowl.org
- FedEX Orange Bowl National Championship www.orangebowl.org
- Las Olas Art Fair www.artfestival.com
- Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Celebration www.holllywoodfl.org
- 26th Annual Deerfield Beach Festival of the Arts www.deerfieldchamber.com
- CanadaFest 2006 –on the famous Hollywood Boardwalk – www.hollywoodfl.org
- KISS Country Chili Cookoff – great chili and great country stars perform www.wkis.com
February –
- Florida Renaissance Festival – In Deerfield Beach enjoy medieval fun
from the 16th century on 12 different stages to view. www.ren-fest.com
- South Beach Wine and Food Festival – spectacular event mingle with the beautiful people; munch on delectable treats, wine tasting and cooking demonstrations all on South Beach (877) 762-3933
- Coconut Grove Arts Festival – in Coconut Grove near the University of Miami –one of the best art shows around for more information www.coconutgroveartsfest.com or call (877) 724-2787
- Orioles Spring Training 2006 – www.orioles.com
- Kissimmee Slough Shootout and Rendezvous- Seminole war-re-enactments and living history camps and more www.semtribe.com/museum
- Visit Artists’ Studios – Third Avenue Art District – www.thirdaveneueartdistrict.com
- 35th Annual Seminole Tribe Fair – American Indian dancers, performers and artisans –www.seminoletribe.com
- Greek Festival – food and live music www.stdemetrios.org
- Love and Jazz Concert – Valetine’s Day Celebration www.broward.org/parks
- Taste of the Beach 2006 – Ft.. Lauderdale beach location for best sampling of food and beverages www.lbts.com
- Mardi Gras Fiesta Tropicale – South Florida’s version www.mardigrasfiesta.com
- 69th Annual Orange Blossom Festival, Rodeo & Parade www.davie-fl.gov
- Lundi Gra & Fat Tuesday www.hollywoodfl.org
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June –
- Festival Flea Market for more information (954) 979-4555
- Music and Dancing Under the Stars – Hollywood Boardwalk at the band shell www.hollywoodfl.org
- Turtle Walks – Museum of Discovery & Science – www.mods.org
- Reptile Expo Flamingo Gardens-Botanical Gardens – www.flamingogardens.org
July –
- Celebrate July 4th on Hollywood Beach for great sun, fun and night time fireworks (954) 480-4333
- Celebrate July 4th on Dania Beach (954) 924-3627; Deerfield Beach (954) 480-4333; Ft. Lauderdale Beach (954) 828-5363; Plantation (954) 452-2522; Lauderdale by-the-Sea (954) 776-0576; Coral Springs (954) 344-1000; Pompano Beach (954) 786-4600
- Hemingway Days Festival – celebrate in Key West Ernest Hemingway’s birthday www.fla-keys.com
August –
- Unifest 2006 Caribbean Celebration (954) 535-2789
- Annual Hollywood Beach Latin Festival – www.hollywoodfl.org
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