Riverwalk offers a pleasant stretch along New River for picnicking, sightseeing & romantic walks, and it also serves as a scenic venue for occasional outdoor events, festivals and entertainment.
Riverwalk runs along the river from about Southwest Fifth Street east toward Federal Highway, incorporating Esplanade Park, ideal for an outdoorsy & inexpensive date.
Rentals & Tours
- phone or email to verify when vendor is open
- Riverwalk Recreation offers kayak, standup paddleboard & bicycle rentals, and various tours
- 220 SW 3rd Ave., Fort Lauderdale, 954-526-5159 or info@riverwalkactivities.com
Events at Riverwalk include
on hold until further notice — Free Zumba
- 6:30 p.m. Mondays to Fridays, Riverwalk North, 301 SW First Avenue, Fort Lauderdale 33301, donations appreciated, supply your own water
- wear comfortable fitness attire & sneakers supportive for dance movements
- information online
Jazz Brunch — on hold until further notice
- jazz Brunch, usually first Sundays 11 a.m. to 2 p.m., with entertainment along different points of Riverwalk, free
Enjoy Other Posts
Previous events
- February 8 Free Entry for New River Fest in Fort Lauderdale, including fire dancers, food vendors & live music
- Free entry for Riverwalk Chili Cook Off 12 p.m. to 4 p.m. February 22, food tastings for voting are $5 and up
- Free Entry for Pirate Fest @ Esplanade Park on Riverwalk 12 p.m. to 7 p.m. April 11, features family-friendly activities, entertainment and demonstrations
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