The weekend is officially on the horizon, and in Fort Lauderdale, that means the social calendar is heating up. Whether you are looking for a sophisticated black-tie evening, a neighborhood block party, or a trip back in time, this weekend (Feb 7–8) has a bit of everything. Here is your curated guide to starting the weekend right.
1. Handy Moonrise: A Night for the Stars (Saturday, Feb 7) If you’re looking for the premier event of the weekend, the Handy Moonrise at the Fort Lauderdale Woman’s Club is it. Presented by the Moss Foundation, this gala is one of our favorite philanthropic events. It’s a night of high-end dining and dancing under the stars, all to support our local youth. It’s the definition of “partying with a purpose.”
2. The 34th Annual Florida Renaissance Festival Kickoff (Feb 7–8) Huzzah! The Ren Fest officially opens its gates this Saturday at Quiet Waters Park. The opening weekend theme is “Gamemasters Unite,” leaning into the world of tabletop gaming and fantasy. It’s an immersive, 16th-century escape with artisan markets and jousting that makes for the perfect Sunday afternoon family trip.
3. NOBE Sunday Block Party (Sunday, Feb 8) For a more local, modern vibe, head over to the NOBE Sunday Block Party in North Beach. From 5:00 PM to 9:00 PM, the streets come alive with live music, local vendors, and a “neighborhood-chic” atmosphere. It’s our favorite way to wind down the weekend and toast to the week ahead.
4. Golden Hour Mimosas at Pelican Grand Need a morning refresh? The Pelican Grand Beach Resort has launched their “Golden Sunrise” experience. You can reserve a private veranda table for a chilled bottle of Lallier champagne and pastries while the sun comes up over the Atlantic. It is the ultimate “Tastemaker” start to a Saturday morning.
The Real Estate Perspective With the Renaissance Festival bringing thousands to Broward this weekend, we’re seeing a spike in interest for homes in the Deerfield/Pompano corridor. If you’re visiting for the festivities and find yourself wandering into an open house, remember—the market moves fast in February.
The Heather Ashleay Team are lifestyle tastemakers and the best realtors in Fort Lauderdale. Send us a message, we would love to connect.
