Fort Lauderdale - Daily Events List

March 17, 2012

SATURDAY
Saint Patrick's Day

Headliners

11:00 am-
7:00 pm
St. Patrick's Day Charity Parade & Party.
Enjoy the sounds of the bagpipes as they march through downtown Delray Beach. See Irish-themed floats and be entertained by vari… Downtown Delray Beach. (Festivals). 561-279-0907
7:30 pmFlorida Panthers vs. Buffalo Sabres.
NHL Hockey Game. BankAtlantic Center. (Sports - Hockey). 954-835-PUCK

Trade Show

9:00 am-
9:00 pm
Auctions America by RM's Collector Cars of Fort Lauderdale Auction.
More than 500 automobiles, a select range of collectible motorcycles and memorabilia for sale during the Collector Cars of Fort… Fort Lauderdale/Broward County Convention Center. (Trade - Auction). 877-906-2437

Festivals

11:00 am-
7:00 pm
St. Patrick's Day Charity Parade & Party.
Enjoy the sounds of the bagpipes as they march through downtown Delray Beach. See Irish-themed floats and be entertained by vari… Downtown Delray Beach. (Festivals). 561-279-0907
12:00 pm-
12:00 am
The 3rd Annual St. Patrick's Street Festival.
Complete with a Massive Stage, 6 Live Bands, DJ's, BBQ Specials, Seemingly Endless Beer Trucks, Face Painting for the little one… Miami Metro Area. (Festival - Holiday Event / Party). 305-381-6651
 7th Annual Jazz in the Gardens Music Festival.
The current concert tour roster includes artists such as Taylor Swift, The Black Eyed Peas, Bon Jovi, Usher, Carrie Underwood, D… Sun Life Stadium. (Festival - Music). 877-640-JAZZ

The Arts

3:30 amOFWGKTA (Odd Future).
The alternative hip hop collective from Los Angeles performs live. The Fillmore Miami Beach at The Jackie Gleason Theater. (Arts - Concerts).
2:00 pmCome Fly Away.
This program combines the seductive vocals of "Ol' Blue Eyes" with the sizzling sound of a live on-stage big band and the viscer… Dreyfoos Hall. (Performance - Musical). 561-832-7469
2:00 pmLord of the Dance.
Michael Flatley's "Lord of the Dance" features high octane Celtic dance and music. Broward Center Au-Rene Theater. (Performance - Dance). 954-462-0222
3:00 pmCavalia is Back in Miami with a New Show.
Cavalia will make Miami its second US tour stop for its all-new show. Odysseo will be performed at the same site as in 2010 - Bi… Bicentennial Park. (Performance - Circus / Animal Show). 305-445-7550
6:00 pm-
10:00 pm
Imaginary Friends | 3 Solo Shows: JC Bravo / Ben Morey / Paul Caprio.
Imaginary Friends, three solo shows that offer a cross-section of some of the freshest talent in South Florida Contemporary art.… 1310 Gallery @ Sailboat Bend Artist Lofts. (Arts - Art Exhibit). 954-729-5794
8:00 pmCome Fly Away.
This program combines the seductive vocals of "Ol' Blue Eyes" with the sizzling sound of a live on-stage big band and the viscer… Dreyfoos Hall. (Performance - Musical). 561-832-7469
8:00 pmLord of the Dance.
Michael Flatley's "Lord of the Dance" features high octane Celtic dance and music. Broward Center Au-Rene Theater. (Performance - Dance). 954-462-0222
8:00 pmCavalia is Back in Miami with a New Show.
Cavalia will make Miami its second US tour stop for its all-new show. Odysseo will be performed at the same site as in 2010 - Bi… Bicentennial Park. (Performance - Circus / Animal Show). 305-445-7550
8:00 pmJuan Luis Guerra.
Performing live in concert. American Airlines Arena. (Arts - Concerts). 786-777-1239

Retail Events

8:00 am-
2:00 pm
Farmer's Market.
A weekly event serving Plantation. Volunteer Park. (Retail - Farmer's Market). 954-797-2293
8:00 am-
4:00 pm
Yellow Green Farmer's Market Fresh & Hearty.
Each weekend, this market offers quality produce, seafood and goods made by area artisans. South Florida's largest market, open… Yellow Green Farmer's Marketplace. (Retail - Farmer's Market). 954-513-3990
8:00 am-
1:00 pm
Urban Farmers' Market.
The Riverwalk Trust's weekly market offers unique and special items that are usually not available anywhere else, including vari… Esplanade Park. (Retail - Farmer's Market). 954-468-1541
8:00 am-
2:00 pm
Riverwalk Trust Urban Market.
This weekly market offers fresh local produce and flowers, plus funky jewelry and historical memorabilia. Riverwalk Downtown Fort Lauderdale. (Retail - Farmer's Market). 954-401-3100
9:30 am-
4:30 pm
South Florida Palm Society Spring Palm Sale.
The world's largest sale of rare and exotic palms. Over 25 different vendors will offer over 250 different varieties of palms an… Montgomery Botanical Center. (Retail - Plant Sale). 305-245-6331

Sports

12:35 pmThoroughbred Racing.
See world's top thoroughbred contenders at Gulfstream Park as they compete for the Triple Crown. Live thoroughbred racing most e… Gulfstream Park Racing & Casino. (Sports - Horseracing). 954-454-7000
1:00 pmDania Jai-Alai.
The Game is played in a round-robin, usually by 8 players or teams as they hurl a rock-hard ball at a wall with speeds in excess… Dania Jai-Alai. (Sports - Jai Alai). 954-920-1511
1:05 pmMiami Marlins vs. Minnesota Twins (SS).
Spring Training: Miami Marlins vs. Minnesota Twins (SS). Roger Dean Stadium. (Sports - Pro Baseball). 561-775-1818
7:15 pmDania Jai-Alai.
The Game is played in a round-robin, usually by 8 players or teams as they hurl a rock-hard ball at a wall with speeds in excess… Dania Jai-Alai. (Sports - Jai Alai). 954-920-1511
7:30 pmFlorida Panthers vs. Buffalo Sabres.
NHL Hockey Game. BankAtlantic Center. (Sports - Hockey). 954-835-PUCK

For Children

9:00 am-
9:45 am
Pee Wee Tennis Lessons.
45-minute classes for ages 4-8 instructed by the Tennis Professionals from David Park Tennis Center. Jefferson Park. (Kids - Children's Activities). 954-967-4237
9:00 amPee Wee Tennis Lessons.
45-minute classes for ages 4-8 instructed by the Tennis Professional from David Park Tennis Center. David Park & Community Center. (Kids - Children's Activities). 954-967-4237
10:30 amWeekly Storytime for the Barnes & Noble, Jr..
A Barnes & Noble employee reads a popular story to pre-school children. Barnes & Noble Booksellers. (Kids - Children's Activities). 954-723-0489
11:00 amChildren's Storytime Hour.
Professional storyteller Henny Berns shares fun stories every Wednesday and Saturday. Borders Books & Music. (Kids - Children's Activities).
5:00 pm-
9:00 pm
Kids Night Out.
Fun activities for the kids in the evening. Parents receive 15% off their check at Aizia Restaurant while the kids are in the pr… Westin Diplomat Resort and Spa. (Kids - Children's Activities). 954-602-6000

Community

8:00 am-
6:00 pm
Butterfly Pavilion.
Florida native butterflies appear each day. Staff members are on hand to explain the life cycle, describe the species and offer… Flamingo Road Nursery. (Educational - Walking Tour). 954-476-7878
9:30 am-
5:30 pm
Flamingo Garden Tours.
Tours are presented in non-technical format by knowledgeable volunteers and bring you a close-up view of the Gardens, wildlife s… Flamingo Gardens, Botanical Collections & Wildlife Sanctuary. (Educational - Walking Tour). 954-473-2955
10:00 am-
5:00 pm
Museum of Discovery and Science Exhibits.
Featuring a variety of hands-on exhibits dealing with space, Florida's unique ecosystems, The Everglades, sound and light, scien… Museum of Discovery and Science. (Educational - Science & Nature). 954-467-6637
10:00 am-
4:00 pm
Brain Fair 2012.
Kids of any age can hold a real brain, play with visual illusions, find out if they are a super taster, and build their own neur… Miami Science Museum & Planetarium. (Educational - Science & Nature). 305-243-8183
 Horseback Riding.
Bar-B-Ranch offers Summer Camp for kids ages 7 - 16 Monday thru Saturday from 8am - 4pm. You may also take a 1-hour guided trai… Bar-B-Ranch. (Community). 954-424-1060

Health & Fitness

12:30 pmZumba by Jackie: Get Up and Move!.
Join Jackie for a Zumba Fitness class at Aventura Mixed Martial Arts. If you are a newbie, please arrive about 15 minutes early… Aventura Mixed Martial Arts. (Health & Fitness). 786-444-9174
1:30 pmZumba by Jackie: Get Up and Move!.
Join Jackie for a Zumba Fitness class at Aventura Mixed Martial Arts. If you are a newbie, please arrive about 15 minutes early… Aventura Mixed Martial Arts. (Health & Fitness). 786-444-9174

Dining Specials

4:00 pmPrime Rib Saturdays.
Specials on prime rib served after 4pm while supplies last. Cadillac Ranch. (Dining - Dining Specials). 954-456-1031
5:00 pm-
7:00 pm
Sunset Dinner at Cafe Del Mar.
Buy one entree receive $10 off your second entree of equal or lesser value. Not applicable to daily specials. Cafe Del Mar. (Dining - Dining Specials). 954-767-8233
6:00 pm-
9:00 pm
Happy Hour at Tarpon Bend.
A lively crowd enjoys 2 for 1 drink specials. Tarpon Bend. (Dining - Happy Hour). 954-523-3233
7:00 pmMai-Kai Polynesian Dinner Show.
Enjoy an Island Revue performed by native Polynesian dancers nightly. Show includes the Wedding Dance and a Samoan fire and kni… Mai-Kai. (Dining - Dinner Show). 954-563-3272
10:00 pmMai-Kai Polynesian Dinner Show.
Enjoy an Island Revue performed by native Polynesian dancers nightly. Show includes the Wedding Dance and a Samoan fire and kni… Mai-Kai. (Dining - Dinner Show). 954-563-3272

Nightlife

2:00 amAfterhours Party.
Enjoy 3000 square feet of fun. Featuring a full size bar, a dance floor, two dance poles, a pool table, a mood lounge and play… Club 525. (Nightlife - Parties). 800-795-3186
10:00 am-
7:00 pm
Happy Hour Drink Specials at Kim's Alley Bar.
Happy Hour drink specials everyday with $.50 off all drinks and free pool. Kim's Alley Bar. (Nightlife - Happy Hours). 954-763-7886
4:00 pm-
7:00 pm
Live Music at Aruba Beach Cafe.
Aruba Beach Cafe features live music everyday. Aruba Beach Cafe. (Nightlife - Jazz). 954-776-0001
4:00 pm-
8:00 pm
Blue Martini Happy Hour.
Happy Hour features discounted drinks and 1/2 price appetisers. Blue Martini. (Nightlife - Happy Hours). 954-653-2583
6:00 pmMelba Moore.
Melba Mooreperforming cabaret live in in The Colony's plush Royal Room. A three-course prix fixe dinner is offered, as well as a… The Colony Hotel. (Nightlife - Live Music). 561-659-8100
7:00 pm-
8:00 pm
Couples Dance Lessons.
Couples Dance Lessons Swing & Two-step on the 2000 square foot dance floor. The Round Up Country Western Night Club. (Nightlife - Dance). 954-423-1990
8:00 pm-
9:00 pm
Line Dance Lessons.
Line Dance Lessons 8pm-9pm with Lisa Spangler on the 2000 square foot dance floor. The Round Up Country Western Night Club. (Nightlife - Dance). 954-423-1990
8:00 pmBlue Velvet Nights.
Jazz nights that evoke a NYC lounge feel with mood lighting, great food and entertainment. Different entertainment each night a… Ciao Pasta & Grill. (Nightlife - Parties). 954-616-8300
8:00 pm-
9:00 pm
Comedy Hour with Gene Merola.
Features audience participation, music and creative improvisation, Gene performs with a guitar, a flashlight, and a quick wit. A… Satchmo Blues Bar. (Nightlife - Comedy). 954-533-6092
9:00 pmLive Jazz and Blues at Alligator Alley.
Alligator Alley features live blues, jazz, funk and roots. Alligator Alley Native Florida Taproom & Music Hall. (Nightlife - Live Music). 954-772-7474
11:00 pm-
4:00 am
Majestic Saturdays @ Aizia.
Entry at doorperson's discretion! Dining, entertainment & dancing presented as the Definition of Luxury. Aizia. (Nightlife - Dance). 786-970-7403
 Live Music at Mango's.
Mango's features live entertainment nightly with top local musicians. Mango's Restaurant & Lounge. (Nightlife - Live Music). 954-523-5001
 A-List Headliners Perform Live at the Hollywood Improv.
Live stand-up comedy from the country's hottest comedians. Headliners include Charlie Murphy, Pablo Francisco, Mike Epps, Jer… Ft. Lauderdale Improv Comedy Club & Dinner Theater. (Nightlife - Comedy). 954-981-5653
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