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They wanted to create a space where people walked out feeling better than when they walked in. Not just calmer, but more themselves. That intention became the foundation for everything that followed. From the way the space feels at night to how the menu is built, The Soulful Steep is not accidental. It is personal. It is a lived experience turned into a shared offering.

Whole Green Cafe has built its reputation around real food made with care. Beyond the bowls, the menu is full of smoothies, fresh juices, wraps, salads, acai bowls, and rotating specials that all lean toward clean energy without sacrificing flavor. Whether you’re stopping in after a class, grabbing a quick lunch between meetings, or resetting your day with something nourishing, there’s always something that hits the mark.

Go Bistro has been a Downtown Hollywood favorite for years, so it made perfect sense for us to stop in for a light dinner before the Downtown Hollywood ArtWalk that takes place every 3rd Saturday. The restaurant blends a laid-back neighborhood feel with one of the most distinctive Asian-inspired menus in Broward County, anchored by ramen that consistently sits at the top of the local conversation.

In a region shaped by growth, cultural ambition and a rising appetite for community connection, Zero Empty Spaces stands as one of Broward County’s most influential homegrown cultural movements. Launched on Las Olas in 2019 by the same creative co-founders behind Choose954 (Evan Snow & Andrew Martineau), the initiative has expanded into the largest reaching and fastest growing affordable artist studio program in the country. Its scale is notable, but its origin story is what

Every great cultural region has a few cornerstone traditions that remind people who they are and what they value. In Broward County, the South Florida Folk and Acoustic Music Festival has long served as one of those anchors. As it returns to the Bergeron Rodeo Grounds in Davie from January 30 through February 1, 2026, the festival enters its 39th year not as a mere event, but as a testament to the endurance of community, creativity and the shared stories that shape the 954.

Every year, one of the most compelling cultural gatherings in South Florida returns to Pompano Beach with a force that is as heartfelt as it is electric. The Exit 36 Slam Poetry Festival has grown into a signature event for the region, bringing together poets, storytellers, and audiences for three days of creative exchange and shared humanity. Now entering its eighth year, the festival continues to expand its reach while staying rooted in the community that shaped it.

For most of her life, Stella Amador kept her poetry private. Even as she built businesses and spoke publicly, the poems she wrote to process heartbreak, hope, and the quiet complexities of life felt too personal to share. About three years ago, something shifted. She made a quiet promise to show up for her creative life in a deeper way. She began attending open mics across South Florida, searching for a space where poetry was the focus. When she could not find one in Fort Lau

Fort Lauderdale is trading palm-tree shade for a little North-Pole sparkle as the Broward Performing Arts Foundation launches the season with Winter Wonderland – A “Frozen” Family Celebration — a brunch-meets-Broadway blowout that wraps Broward’s downtown energy in pure Disney magic.

Miramar is entering 2026 with serious cultural ambition, and nowhere is that more clear than inside the Miramar Cultural Center. What used to be a strong neighborhood venue has grown into one of South Florida’s most exciting cultural destinations, blending world-class performances with free outdoor community programming that makes the entire campus feel alive.

If Broward’s art scene had a Mount Rushmore, Laurence Gartel’s face would be carved in neon. The legendary digital art pioneer — the guy who put pixels on the map long before most of us had dial-up — is back home in Fort Lauderdale after a blockbuster run in France.

Broward’s holiday glow-up is here! Hoffman’s Chocolates Winter Wonderland lights up Flamingo Gardens Nov 22–Dec 30 with 10 acres of lights, sweets, and Santa vibes. Pull up, Broward — it’s time to shine!

The Rum Cake & Caribbean Black Cake Fest returns to Plantation! Sample Caribbean desserts, sip in the exclusive Rum Room, enjoy live music, shop artisan vendors, and help hurricane relief — all in true Broward style.

If Fort Lauderdale had a flavor, it’d probably taste like a Funky Buddha beer — smooth, a little tropical, and unapologetically original. Nestled in Oakland Park, Funky Buddha Brewery has long been Broward’s temple of craft flavor. But now? They’re taking things higher. Literally. The 954’s favorite brewery just dropped THC Social Tonics, a bold new line of hemp-derived drinks that blend Delta-9 THC and CBD into perfectly balanced sips — all chill, no chaos.

The Savoir-faire Shorts Film Festival—a vibrant celebration of global storytelling and local artistry—returns November 6–9, 2025 to Savor Cinema, bringing four packed days of short films, filmmaker Q&As, live music, food, and the kind of cinematic energy only Fort Lauderdale can deliver.

Fort Lauderdale United FC has officially launched FTL Cares, a new community impact initiative that’s all about harnessing the power of soccer to give back, connect, and inspire across South Florida. Think of it as the city’s newest team effort — but this time, the whole community is on the roster.

When Sting takes the stage this November at Hard Rock Live inside the Seminole Hard Rock Hotel & Casino, fans will witness a living legend at his most focused and fearless. The Sting 3.0 Tour—a global celebration of musicianship, simplicity, and soul—arrives in Fort Lauderdale as part of its acclaimed run through 2024–2025.

Hallandale Beach mixes glamorous resorts, casual beachside fun, and iconic racing culture. Start your morning with ocean views, enjoy sushi at Etaru, and have dinner at Kao Bar & Grill paired with cocktails. End the night at The Velvet Spell for moody late-night drinks.

A night where fine wine, gourmet bites, and local art collide to celebrate Broward County’s vibrant creative community By Choose954 | November 2025 Photo courtesy Business for the Arts of Broward If you think wine tasting is just swirling a glass and saying “hints of oak,” and art is only for gallery walls, think again. Business for the Arts Broward’s Fifth Annual Art & Somm transformed Dania Beach into a playground for your senses—a night where the 954’s food, wine, and art

Greater Fort Lauderdale isn’t just about palm trees, craft cocktails, and catching rays on the sand—it’s about events that crank the volume up to 11. Whether you’re a foodie, an art junkie, or the kind of person who just likes watching million-dollar yachts cruise by while thinking, “Yeah, I could live that life,” Broward County has something wild, bold, and unapologetically “954” waiting for you this year. Here are the 10 events you have to flex on your calendar.

Broward County, Florida, offers a diverse array of accommodations to suit every traveler's needs, from budget-friendly options to luxurious retreats. Whether you're visiting Fort Lauderdale, Hollywood, or the surrounding areas, here's a curated guide to some of the best hotels in Broward County, categorized by price and style. BUDGET-FRIENDLY HOTELS Photo courtesy of Comfort Suites Fort Lauderdale Airport & Cruise Port Comfort Suites Fort Lauderdale Airport & Cruise Port FOR