November Happy Hour

The 2023 November Happy Hour has been cancelled due to weather.

Coming in 2024, this page will be updated with all the exciting details of the next November Happy Hour.
We’ll see you then!

Winterfest November Happy Hour at Bokamper's

Bokampers

November 15
5-7 pm
3115 NE 32nd Avenue, Fort Lauderdale, FL 33308

Happy Hour Info

WE LOVE OUR WINTERFEST and BOATING COMMUNITY  
Please join your friends at Winterfest for fun, hors d’oeuvres, raffles, and happy hour prices.
Boaters registered for the Parade (as an entry or control boat) will be automatically entered to win additional prizes.

October Happy Hour

The 2023 Winterfest October Happy Hour has entered the history books!

Coming in 2024, this page will be updated with all the exciting details of the next Winterfest October Happy Hour.
We’ll see you then!

Postcard for the October Winterfest Happy Hour at the Historic Downtowner

The Historic Downtowner

October 18
5-7 PM
10 S New River Dr E, Fort Lauderdale, FL 33301

WE LOVE OUR WINTERFEST and BOATING COMMUNITY  

Please join your friends at Winterfest for fun, hors d’oeuvres, raffles, and happy hour prices. Boaters registered for the Parade (as an entry or control boat) will be automatically entered to win additional prizes.

Nifty Fifty Pep Rally Party

Flashback to the 50s in celebration of Winterfest’s Anniversary

THIS EVENT IS SOLD OUT!

Celebrate with our partners: Steve Savor, The Umbrella Group, and Republic National Distributing Company as we bring back poodle skirts, roller skates, and ELVIS!

Nifty Fifty Pep Rally presented by Steve Savor in association with The Umbrella Group. Time travel to the 50s with multiple bands and retro DJs thru the decades, diner fare by Fort Lauderdale Country Club. Decadent Milkshake Bar and beverage creations with Brugal Rum, Botanist, Remy Martin, Fireball Whisky, and Cointreau with wines from Chloe and Cupcake.

Don’t have a Ticket? A segment of the evening’s entertainment will be live-streamed sponsored by AARP with Eye On South Florida.

Tentative Schedule:

Guests will enjoy the sounds of the Sunset Girl Band 7 – 8:15 PM (times are approximate). 

Followed by DJs rocking the house with 80’s disco and Special Guest Otis Day performing his hits from the movie Animal House. 

Limited Valet – Ride Share is encouraged. Contact Jeevz for travel information.

The Umbrella Group logo
Republic National Distributing Company logo

DIY – Holiday Fun – Ornaments

Winterfest is looking online for fun and creative festive fun for the whole family! From recipes to decorations, Winterfest is working on a few easy links to make this year “together” memorable. Keep visiting this page as we expand on how to get creative this holiday season.

HOMEMADE ORNAMENTS: Want to create a memory for your tree? Meet Winterfest’s Workshop Wizard – 8-year-old James T. (J.T.) Floyd – the star of our “How To Ornament Videos. ” He will show us how to make Boat (2 different kinds), Gnome, Snowflake, Wreath, and Star Ornaments.

Visit a Dollar Store, Hobby Lobby, or other location to pick up the following items and print out or re-create the easy templates on this page.

DIY Star Ornament in the Winterfest Workshop – Thank you to The Media Lab
DIY Wreath Ornament in the Winterfest Workshop – Thank you to The Media Lab
DIY Gnome Ornament in the Winterfest Workshop – Thank you to The Media Lab
DIY Boat Ornament in the Winterfest Workshop – Thank you to The Media Lab

OTHER CRAFT IDEAS (cookie links at the end of this post) :

DIY Ornament Video Ideas from Hobby Lobby:

OTHER LINKS:

Sailboat Ornament: https://www.cleanandscentsible.com/driftwood-sailboat-ornament/

Country Crafts (75 Ornament ideas): https://www.countryliving.com/diy-crafts/how-to/g1070/easy-to-make-christmas-ornament-crafts/

Salt Dough Ornaments: https://www.countryliving.com/diy-crafts/g4965/salt-dough-ornament-ideas/?slide=6

50 Coastal Holiday Decorating Ideas: https://www.prudentpennypincher.com/50-cheap-easy-diy-coastal-christmas-decorations/

Not in the Mood to Look for Items to Make Ornaments? Amazon has kits to make that memory: https://www.amazon.com/Ornament-Crafts-Kids/s?k=Ornament+Crafts+for+Kids

Gingerbread men cookies

What are the holidays without tasty treats from the Kitchen?

HOLIDAY COOKIES:

Linzer Cookies – Peppermint Melt-Away Cookies – Chocolate Truffle Bars recipes from Publix Aprons: https://ww4.publix.com/aprons-recipes/holiday-cookie-exchange

Santa’s Ultimate Chocolate Chip Cookies https://socialapps.publix.com/christmas/chocolate-chip-cookies

Gingerbread People https://socialapps.publix.com/christmas/gingerbread-people

Sugar Cookies https://socialapps.publix.com/christmas/sugar-cookies

Hannukkah Desserts (cookies and cakes) : https://www.delish.com/holiday-recipes/hanukkah/g1344/hanukkah-treat-recipes/

Family Fun Day

The Incredibly Successful 2023 Family Fun Day has entered the history books!

Coming in 2024, this page will be updated with all the exciting details of the next Family Fun Day on Sunday, November 24th 2024.
We’ll see you then!

Until then, enjoy a description of the 2023 Family Fun Day

2023 Seminole Hard Rock Winterfest Boat Parade Free Family Fun Day poster

Winterfest Family Fun Day at Esplanade Park

For an exciting day of family fun in Fort Lauderdale, head on over to Esplanade Park for Winterfest’s Family Fun Day. Main sponsors include Joe DiMaggio Children’s Hospital. This event offers many FREE activities for kids of all ages–and parents, too! This holiday event features giant slides such as Polar Express Slide, Catabella Express Train, and other activities.

Our Family Fun Day is in the heart of downtown Fort Lauderdale in front of the Museum of Discovery and Science and it is packed with exciting family activities.

If you work up an appetite, there will be plenty of food and beverage options for sale. Samples and so much more.

TITLE SPONSOR: Joe DiMaggio Children’s Hospital

SPONSOR: La Croix, SOS Conservation Village, iHeart Radio, Ave Maria

List of Event Highlights and booths:

  • Joe DiMaggio Children’s Hospital Photos with Santa & kids’ games!
  • Stoked on Salt Ocean Conservation Village
  • Experience Catabella Express Train, Polar Express
  • Free bicycle helmets from Epilepsy Alliance
  • Entertainment provided by School of Rock
  • Broward College Snow Mountain
  • Artist Joseph Gormley heart paintings
  • Y-100 to MC
  • Pet Rescue Row and Puppy Kissing Booth
  • Free boat rides courtesy of Water Taxi
  • Give-a-ways and Activities with South Florida Ford, Ave Maria, Museum of Discovery & Science, YMCA, Florida Children’s Theatre, Nova Southeastern University and SO MUCH MORE!
  • BONUS: the Museum of Discovery & Science will open for FREE after this event (Free Admission from 3-5 P.M.)

With great food, fun activities, and live music, this is an event you don’t want to miss out on. It’s a perfect day on the New River / Riverwalk for the entire family. Don’t miss the excitement for 2023, contact us today to be a sponsor at 954-767-0686

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Museum of Discovery and Science Logo
Fifth Third Bank logo
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Ave Maria logo
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Become a 2024 Sponsor

  • Sponsors receive Tickets to Winterfest Events – the Winterfest White Party, Grand Marshal Reception, VIP Area, and Captain’s Cup
  • 10×10 Booth prominently displayed
  • Logo inclusion in a variety of Winterfest Promotions including Family Fun Day Flyer and Social Media
  • Other media opportunities

Photos are on our Facebook page.

PRESS CREDENTIALS: All media requests must be submitted using an email address from the media’s active domain address. The submission must include a commitment from an editor/publisher noting where and when the story/photos will be printed/uploaded on social media platforms.

Any social media influencers must submit their handles, viewership and pre-/event day promotions plan when requesting credentials.

Black Tie Ball

The 2023 Winterfest Black Tie Ball has entered the history books!

Coming in 2024, this page will be updated with all the exciting details of the next Winterfest Black Tie Ball on
Saturday, December 7, 2024.
We’ll see you then!

Until then, enjoy a description of the 2023 Black Tie Ball

Seminole Hard Rock Winterfest Black Tie Ball presented by Broward Health in Association with Republic National Distributing Co.
The Seminole Hard Rock Hotel & Casino will transform into turn-of-the-century Paris for this black-tie ball with entertainment sponsored by DEX Imaging. Welcome Reception by Fision Fiber Optics by Hotwire Communications. Guests will enjoy performances from the cast of the spectacular Moulin Rouge! The Musical  (Thank you Broadway Across America) and the evening will be filled with a rich array of music from the 12-piece band “Private Stock.” Republic National Distributing Co. will bring spirits and wines such as Deep Eddy, Botanist Gin and Remy Martin.

The Ball is the most elegant of our festivities and by far the highlight of Fort Lauderdale’s social season.

TICKETS and TABLES OF 10 are on sale NOW.

Tables are $4,000 – $6,000 – LIMITED NUMBER OF TICKETS ARE STILL AVAILABLE.

Click to see the invitation.

Click to see the event’s Lookbook.

Click to see the Ball Program

The Event will have a silent and live auction presented by Robinson’s Jewelers Las Olas. The silent auction allows you to bid at the convenience of your home with over 200 items.  A live auction takes place inside the ballroom and will feature items from

US Brick & Block logo
Ocean Manor Beach Resort
Pink Sands logo
Fort Lauderdale Plastic Surgery logo
Savior-Faire logo
Mastro's Restaurants logo
Explora Journeys logo

US Brick & Block, Ocean Manor Beach Resort, Pink Sands, Dr. Lisa Learn – Fort Lauderdale Plastic Surgery, Savior-Faire with Captain Lee and dinner with Mastro’s, Explora Journeys, and more.

If you wish to donate an item to our auction – contact Winterfest.

Cocktails, Dinner, and Dancing six pm-midnight. Don’t have a ticket? You can bid on auction items starting October 14th.

Seminole Hard Rock Hotel & Casino, Hollywood, FL logo
Broward Health logo
Republic National Distributing Company logo
DEX Imaging logo
Broadway Across America logo
Fision by Hotwire Communications logo
Fifth Third Bank logo
Robinson's Jewelers Las Olas logo
Zola Keller logo
WSVN 7 logo
Jessie Trujillo - Y100 logo
939MIA logo
Big 105.9 logo

Need a room? CLICK HERE

Photos are on our Facebook page.

PRESS CREDENTIALS: All media requests must be submitted using an email address from the media’s active domain address. The submission must include a commitment from an editor/publisher noting where and when the story/photos will be printed/uploaded on social media platforms.

Any social media influencers must submit their handles, viewership and pre-/event day promotions plan when requesting credentials.

Family Fun Day – Where to Park?

Planning on attending this Sunday’s November 22nd Winterfest Family Fun Day with the City of Fort Lauderdale’s Open Streets? Click on the link to find the best locations to park. Remember Las Olas will be closed during the day and the event is from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. City lots will have a flat rate of $5.

http://bit.ly/1MuEqeW

 

Winterfest Appreciation Party

The 2023 Winterfest Appreciation Party has entered the history books!

Coming in 2024, this page will be updated with all the exciting details of our next Winterfest Appreciation Party.
We’ll see you then!

Winterfest Appreciation Party

Seminole Hard Rock Winterfest Boat Parade Appreciation Party

March 6, 2024 5:00 – 7:00 PM

Piazza Italia Logo

Piazza Italia

904 E. Las Olas Blvd., Fort Lauderdale, Florida 33301

ATTENTION: PARTNERS & SUPPORTERS

The Parade may have been cancelled but we are planning on celebrating our sponsors and supporters.

This celebratory event honors the people who play a huge role in the success of Winterfest® – our volunteers!

Nibbles – Cocktails – Raffles – Fun – Friendship – More

Carolyn McLaughlin Spirit of Volunteerism Award winner is announced during the event.

2023 Winterfest Appreciation Party date: March 6, 2024

If you would like to be a volunteer – contact the Winterfest office.