Events in Fort Lauderdale during 2012

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January

Orchid Show – This event is held by the Fort Lauderdale Orchid Society at Fort Lauderdale's War Memorial Auditorium, Holiday Park.

July

July 4th Family Celebration - Fort Lauderdale Beach, free entertainment and spectacular fireworks.

February

Annual Antique and Collectible Glassware Show – The show is held at the Fort Lauderdale War Memorial Auditorium.
Seminole Tribal Fair - The Seminole Indians of Hollywood showcase cultural heritage and more at this annual celebration in Fort Lauderdale.
Deerfield Beach Founders Day - Celebrated for more than a half century, Deerfield Beach civic pride comes to the forefront with a parade, international foods, arts and crafts, and entertainment.

August

Hollywood Beach Latin Festival – The Fort Lauderdale Festival is held in neighboring Hollywood. You can view performances by artists and enjoy great Latin food and arts and crafts displays.

March

Fort Lauderdale Spring Home Show (Mid March) - This exhibition focuses on products and innovations for improving the home and is held at the Greater Fort Lauderdale-Broward County Convention Center.
Las Olas Art Festival - Enjoy the Museum of Art's Las Olas Art Festival on Las Olas Boulevard near Andrews Avenue.
Hollywood St. Patrick's Day Parade & Festival – This event in Fort Lauderdale celebrates the St. Patrick's Day wearing of the green with Irish bands, floats, and food.

September

Annual Hortt Memorial Exhibition – This event of Fort Lauderdale is held at the Museum of Art, featuring South Florida's finest artists.

April

Bank of America Wine and Culinary Celebration - Fort Lauderdale's Museum of Discovery and Science is the venue for this event in Fort Lauderdale.
Pompano Beach Seafood Festival - Tantalizing seafood, music and more stars at this popular event in Fort Lauderdale.
 HispanicFest - Featuring Latin food and live music, this long-running festival of Fort Lauderdale on Hollywood's Tyler Street.

October

Fort Lauderdale International Film Festival (Mid October to Mid November) - It is an event in Fort Lauderdale that presents some of the best independent movies from around the world.
Fort Lauderdale International Boat Show - Is the largest boat extravaganza in the world.
Hollywood Beach Oktoberfest - This three-day festival in Fort Lauderdale along the Hollywood Broadwalk, features German beer, music, strolling bands, food and more.
Halloween Spooktacular - On Halloween, the Weston Town Center hosts a free costume contest and night of tenant trick or treating.

May

Antique and Collector Fair - War Memorial Auditorium at Fort Lauderdale's Holiday Park draws antique lovers and collectors.
Market Pro Computer Show and Sale - Computer buffs from far and wide gather for this event at Holiday Park's War Memorial Auditorium.

November

Fort Lauderdale Sound Advice Blues Festival (Late November) – The show lasts three days and you can see some of the best live blues music from both American and international artists.
Broward County Fair - Nearly 100 carnival rides and exhibits, live concerts, food and more are part of the fun at Pompano Race Track.

June

Fort Lauderdale Gun and Knife Show (Mid June) – This event in Fort Lauderdale is held at the War Memorial Auditorium.
Stonewall Street Festival and Parade (Mid June) - It is a Gay Pride event in Fort Lauderdale, attracting more than 10,000 gay and lesbian visitors.

December

Christmas on Las Olas (Mid to Late December) - Fort Lauderdale residents and visitors enjoy the festive fun with traditional food, music and light displays.
Winterfest Boat Parade – It is the most popular boat parade in Florida, where more than 100 illuminated boats parade through Fort Lauderdale's Intracoastal Waterway ending at Lake Santa Barbara in Pompano.
 Weston Art Festival - For more than a decade, the city of Weston has showcased artists at Weston Town Center with free admission.