DowntownFTL

Start here. Stay here. Grow here. #DowntownFTL evolved into a world class city with the emergence of a dynamic arts community, innovative tech ecosystem & thriving restaurant scene. Cultivating into a city where people come together. Where all are inspired to live like locals.

A masterpiece arrives in Fort Lauderdale 🎨 @chapelsistine has come to Galleria Fort Lauderdale, bringing one of the world’s most famous works of art to life in a breathtaking re-creation. 🗓 Now – June 14, 2026 📍 Galleria Fort Lauderdale

Spring has officially sprung in Downtown Fort Lauderdale! 🌸☀️ Pilates in the park, walks along Las Olas, brunch dates with friends, and time well spent outdoors, this is what the first day of Spring feels like in DowntownFTL.

Tarpon River Brewing has been at the heart of Downtown Fort Lauderdale for 8 years, hosting live music, local events, and good vibes. 🗓️  Mark your calendars for March 14 and join the celebration of 8 years of music, community, and local spirit.

Saluting the women making South Florida stronger every day 🫡 Meet the inaugural class of our Celebration of Women’s Excellence Series ⤵️

First week of March in Fort Lauderdale and the city is glowing. Blue skies, water views, palm trees swaying, and that perfect in-between season energy. March looks good on Fort Lauderdale. ✨

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Consider this your sign to grab a gelato. 🍨 Gelato & Co. Rooted in classic Italian tradition, every scoop feels simple, fresh, and effortlessly good right here in #DowntownFortLauderdale.

With 165 miles of waterways in Fort Lauderdale and 70% of downtown residents living near the water, a rare blend of vibrant urban energy and laid-back coastal living flows through a city built around the water. #FTLFueledByWater #FortLauderdale #VeniceOfAmerica

"You look happier." Thanks, I moved to Fort Lauderdale. Sun on your skin in February. Water never far away. Plans that revolve around parks, patios, and palm trees. This is what a lifestyle upgrade looks like.

Our heart belongs to #DowntownFortLauderdale 💘 Sunset skies, waterfront views, city lights, and the energy of a community that makes every day feel special. Loving this city comes easy.

Staycation season is calling 💘 Say less. Romantic rooms, waterfront views, and plans that don’t require packing a suitcase. Valentine’s Day is the perfect excuse to grab your partner and check into one of Fort Lauderdale’s most swoon worthy stays.

Downtown Fort Lauderdale’s dining lineup is getting a serious glow-up. 👀 Big flavors, statement spaces, and plenty of reasons to keep dinner plans local. Save this carousel because #DowntownFTL’s restaurant scene is only getting better.

Downtown Fort Lauderdale’s beloved riverfront park reopens this weekend with a redesign built for connection, movement, and everyday moments. Join January 24–25 with a ribbon cutting, guided tours, programming preview, a movie on the lawn, and a community market.

National Coffee Day is the perfect excuse to slow your walk, and stop in for a cup brewed by the places that keep our mornings moving. Strong pours, neighborhood favorites, and plenty of spots worth a second refill. Which Downtown coffee stop are you choosing today?

Only goal for 2026 is this 🌊 More mornings by the New River, longer walks along the Riverwalk, and choosing life by the water in Fort Lauderdale. #DowntownFTL #FortLauderdale #Riverwalk #NewRiver

Start your day with a view. Living in Fort Lauderdale means calling the 2.5-mile Riverwalk home, where every step takes you past the city’s sparkling waterways, @huizengapark, and vibrant downtown energy.

Life on the water truly hits differently in #DowntownFTL 🌴 Here’s to a 2026 filled with canal cruising, waterfront dining, outdoor moments, and plenty of beach days ahead. #DowntownFTL #FortLauderdale #FortLauderdaleBeach

Only in Fort Lauderdale does a 20-foot snowman feel right at home by the beach. 🌊⛄ Say hello to Olas at Las Olas Oceanside Park, a holiday tradition and the perfect backdrop for your seasonal snapshots. Share your best moments with Olas and tag us @ddaftl ❄️🌴📸

The city lights up and the boats shine along the New River ✨ The 54th Annual Seminole Hard Rock Winterfest Boat Parade returns on December 13, 2025, kicking off in the Downtown area at the new start time of 6:00 PM.

Grateful for the heart of our city 🧡 This season, we’re giving thanks for the people, places, and moments that make #FortLauderdale feel like home. Across the waterfront and throughout our neighborhoods, it’s the community that keeps DowntownFTL thriving.