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June Happy Hour
Past Loop Events
May Happy Hour
Boathouse at Riverside
May 15th
4:00 PM – 6:30 PM
620 SE 4th St, Fort Lauderdale, FL 33301
April Happy Hour
Carlos & Pepe’s
April 24
5:00 – 7:00 PM
1302 SE 17th St, Fort Lauderdale, FL 33316
March Happy Hour
Join your Winterfest Family at YOT
March 20, 2024 @ 5-7 PM
$10-$14 appetizers
$7 select spirits and wine
$6 domestic bottle beer
Great Conversation, Camaraderie, and More.
Boaters who have registered to enter in the 2024 Parade or be a control boater will receive a complimentary Happy Hour Cocktail.
September Happy Hour
The 2024 September Happy Hour has entered the history books!
Coming in 2025, this page will be updated with all the exciting details of our next September Happy Hour.
We’ll see you then!
Quarterdeck
September 25th
5:30 PM – 7:30 PM
1035 SE 17th Street, Fort Lauderdale, FL 33316
WE LOVE OUR WINTERFEST and BOATING COMMUNITY
September 25th @ 5:30 PM at Quarterdeck, 1035 SE 17th Street, Fort Lauderdale, FL 33316.
Registered boaters will be automatically entered into a drawing for a $500 Gift Card.
(Drawing will be during the November Happy Hour)
Santa At The Boat Show
Winterfest hosts Santa’s Vacations! This year, we are taking the “Jolly Ol’ Elf” to #FLIBS
You can find him with his Winterfest family in their “Holiday Corner” at the Convention Center! 
10/26 @ 12-3 PM
10/27 @ 12-3 PM
10/28 @ 12-3 PM
10/29 @ 12-3 PM
10/30 @ 1-4 PM
Times subject to change without notice – Santa will be taking breaks to feed his reindeer!
#WinterfestFL #SantaAtFLIBS #Santa #BoatParade #FLIBS2022
August Happy Hour
The 2024 August Happy Hour has entered the history books!
Coming in 2025, this page will be updated with all the exciting details of our next August Happy Hour.
We’ll see you then!
Savor Cinema
August 28
5:00 PM – 7:00 PM
503 SE 6th St, Fort Lauderdale, FL 33301
Theme announcement for the Seminole Hard Rock Winterfest Boat Parade.
Get ready to celebrate the end of Summer with Winterfest. On August 28, 2024, from 5:00 to 7:00 PM, Savor Cinema will host the Winterfest Happy Hour and Roll Out of this year’s Seminole Hard Rock Winterfest Boat Parade theme: “Sawgrass to Seagrass: Waves of Holiday Cheer”
Join us for an evening of comradery with parade participants, control boat volunteers, Winterfest board and advisory members, community leaders, and fans as we toast the end of the summer and the countdown to this year’s Winterfest Celebrations. Savor Cinema is one of our series of monthly Happy Hours and various events culminating with the Seminole Hard Rock Winterfest Boat Parade. Winterfest has been a beloved tradition in Broward County for over 53 years, captivating audiences with its stunning displays on boats and festive spirit.
Savor Cinema, renowned for its unique ambiance and dedication to the arts, provides the perfect backdrop for this theme announcement. Delight in the company of fellow Winterfest enthusiasts, local leaders, and community members.
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.
Register to enter the parade NOW: https://winterfestparade.com/parade-application
Register to be a Control Boater NOW: Boaters – We Need YOU! | The Seminole Hard Rock Winterfest Boat Parade (winterfestparade.com)
Savor the Winterfest Season Party
The 2024 SAVOR the WINTERFEST SEASON PARTY has entered the history books!
Coming in 2025, this page will be updated with all the exciting details of the next Savor the Winterfest Season Party.
We’ll see you then!
Until then, enjoy a look of all the fun people had at the 2024 Savor the Winterfest Season Party
WINTERFEST & FLIFF
Present
Barbie’s Las Olas Beach House
Hosted by Steven Savor
The party will host a spectrum of entertainment and fashion, with special guest Bob Mackie.
See the Lookbook here!
Valet Parking, Limo or Uber Recommended
SPONSORSHIPS
Host: Steven Savor’s Villa de Palma
Liquor: Republic National Distributing Company
OPEN SPONSORSHIPS
Title Sponsor:
Entertainment: $10,000
Cuisine: Trade
Valet: $5,000
Décor Sponsor: $5,000
Photography Sponsor: $3,000
Christmas In July
2023 Christmas In July has entered the history books!
Coming in 2024, this page will be updated with all the exciting details of our next Christmas In July.
We’ll see you then!
WE WANT TO HEAR FROM YOU – Take our Christmas in July Poll – one random voter will win a $50 Gift Card (your name and email must be included with your vote) https://woobox.com/tkhrek
Join Us for Christmas in July!
Why wait for the winter to participate in your favorite holiday festivities?
Good ol’ Saint Nick is taking a vacation to Fort Lauderdale this summer, and you are invited to participate in the Christmas Day Fun on July 22, 2023!
Daytime: Family Fun with Santa & the “Nice List” Gang
Nighttime: The Elves Go Rogue with “Jingle Bells and Naughty List” Elves
JULY 22, 2023 – Daytime
“The Nice List”
SANTA ON LAS OLAS BOULEVARD
11:00 AM – 12:50 PM SANTA’S GOLF CART BRIGADE on LAS OLAS BLVD.
SANTA STOPS
11:20 AM Robinson’s Jewelers Las Olas
11:35 AM Louie Bossi
11:50 AM B-Square
12 NOON Anne’s Florist
12:10 PM Carroll’s Jewelers
12:20 PM Kilwins – Fort Lauderdale
12:30 PM El Camino
12:40 PM Piazza Italia – Link to Specials for the Day
PHOTOS WITH SANTA @ RIVERSIDE HOTEL
1:15-2:10 PM Photo opportunity at the Fireplace
BAKEOFF JUDGING / TREATS @ NEW RIVER CAFE & BAKERY
1:00-2:30 PM Bakeoff Judging – “Christmas In July” Teen Bake-Off Link
2:15 PM Santa Visits for a Cookie
2:20-2:30 PM Bakery Treats for Guests
WATER TAXI HOLIDAY CRUISES
2:20 PM Santa visits the Water Taxi Stop at Stranahan House / Tunnel Top Park
2:30 PM Family / “Nice List” Cruise click to purchase tickets
( Look for lunch / dinner savings with your pre-purchased Water Taxi Ticket Cruise and Save – Water Taxi )
MORE CHRISTMAS IN JULY DAYTIME
Las Olas Yoga– Enjoy a class with the studio decorated for the holidays. Classes are from 9 am – 1 pm. Holiday savings on retail as well as discounts on our new student specials and memberships.
Robinson’s Jewelers– One of Santa’s stops! Ask about their July specials!
Warby Parker– Festive staff members all day long!
Ya Mas Taverna– Hosting a “Barbie” brunch! The most popular toy comes alive at Ya Mas on 7/22!
YETI– Ask them about their Christmas In July specials on holiday themed inventory!
Zola Keller– Shop for your Winterfest Black Tie Ball Gown EARLY and SAVE! Click to view this special and more (click to our hotel page)
JULY 22, 2023 – Nighttime – “Jingle Bells and Naughty Elves”
“The Naughty List”
THE ELVES GO ROGUE
11:30 AM ’till close – Piazza Italia – Specialty Drinks all day – Link to Specials for the Day
JINGLE BELLS and NAUGHTY ELVES
5:30-6:00 PM – Stranahan House – Elves Gathering
6:30 PM – Jingle Bells and Naughty Elves Water Taxi Cruise click to purchase tickets
New River Café & Bakery will have Tiramisu in an edible chocolate cup with a Grand Marnier infusion for Water Taxi Guests with tickets for the Jingle Bells and Naughty Elves Cruise.
( Look for lunch / dinner savings with your pre-purchased Water Taxi Ticket Cruise and Save – Water Taxi )
For additional details with the Naughty Elves
MORE CHRISTMAS IN JULY NIGHTTIME
American Social– Specialty Cocktails and a special place to stop for your social media needs- Take an “ELFIE” using a 360 camera photo opportunity provided by GoQuiPlus.com
B Square– Themed cocktails and food specials, with a festive staff ready to welcome you! Take an “ELFIE” at the Photo booth set up provided by GoQuiPlus.com for some more Christmas In July fun!
Boathouse– Themed Cocktails and menu specials all day long!
Cuba Libre– Will be celebrating in true “elf” style with specialty cocktails all night!
Riverside Hotel– Offering an option to “Elf Responsibly” with room specials so you can “take the elevator home” if you’d like to stay overnight!
LAST MINUTE UPDATES
Last minute updates on Boulevard Activities at night can be found on LasOlasBoulevard.com
DID YOU MISS SANTA?
Stop by July 21-23 and drop off your letter:
Riverside Hotel
Robinson’s Jewelers Las Olas
Kilwins – Fort Lauderdale
BE AN ELF on SOCIAL MEDIA and WIN PRIZES: Look for the Christmas in July Posters at various locations along Las Olas Boulevard and “Elf Yourself” – weekly winners will be announced on social media.
Or, click the link, take a photo, and upload it on social using the five #’s:
#ChristmasInJulyOnLasOlas #GotElfed #WinterfestFL #LasOlasBlvd #Waterataxi
REMEMBER YOUR SOCIAL MEDIA MUST BE PUBLIC (not private) for us to see your photos).
TOO SHY to change your social media accounts to public? No Worries – Email your photo using our frame or one of you in “Elf attire” to boats@Winterfestparade.com, and we will confirm the photo can be uploaded into our contest and send you a confirmation link.
Winners will be announced weekly ending July 25th.
PRIZES INCLUDE: $20 Gift Cards, $50 Restaurant Gift Cards, Santa Books, Tickets onboard Water Taxi, Hotel Stay at Riverside Hotel
Want to expand Christmas in July beyond one Day? Bring the Christmas in July Inspiration home!
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November Happy Hour
The 2024 November Happy Hour has entered the history books.
Coming in 2025, this page will be updated with all the exciting details of the next November Happy Hour.
We’ll see you then!
The House on the River
November 6
5:00 PM – 7:00 PM
301 SW 3rd Ave, Fort Lauderdale, FL 33312
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.