The beautiful and grand Broward Center for the Performing Arts on the river offers outstanding entertainment from opera, Broadway productions, and celebrity performances, along with the Sinatra Theatre in Sunrise, and the historic Parker Playhouse.

Looking for some original art? Fort Lauderdale’s fine galleries offer local and international artists and include Beaux Arts, Broward Art Guild Gallery, Eva’s, and Hamilton Fine Arts & Auction. Try the Las Olas Art Center, or the Riverwalk Arts & Entertainment District. The Museum of Art features major exhibitions such as King Tut and Princess Diana.

Not to be missed is the Museum of Discovery & Science & Blockbuster 3D Imax Theatre on the New River. Popular events include the Las Olas Art Festival, Fort Lauderdale International Film Festival, and Christmas on Las Olas.