Spring has sprung on Fort Lauderdale Beach! The LOOP (Las Olas Oceanside Park) will swing into the spring season with the 3rd Annual Spring Fling EGGstravaganza. The event will provide a “hole” lot of fun for the whole family to enjoy. Sponsored in major part by the City of Fort Lauderdale’s Beach Improvement District, attendees are encouraged to bring their baskets, choose between two egg hunts for children of all ages, and recycle their egg hunt eggs into make-and-take pieces of art. Following the hunt, guests can enjoy a special round of Golf with the Bunny, photo ops, the farmers market, and entertainment, which include: • Farmer’s Market, 10 a.m. – 5 p.m.: Shop and stroll local vendors displaying an eclectic selection of art, clothing, jewelry, home goods, pet supplies, body care, and more. Following the egg hunt, local food vendors will have all the makings to purchase all the makings for a picnic to enjoy on the main lawn. • Egg Hunt ‘Scramble,’ 10 a.m. – 11 a.m.: Children 13 and under are encouraged to bring an Easter basket and gather on the water feature at 10 a.m. for The LOOP’s egg hunt countdown. The egg hunt will be divided into three approximate starting times. Children under 5 will begin at 10 a.m., children ages 6-9 will begin at 10:30 a.m., and children ages 10-13 will begin at 11 a.m. Free pre-registration online is encouraged. • Golden Egg Hunt: 10 a.m. – 11 a.m.: Start searching! Meet at the Pixar Putt Hut for the Golden Egg Hunt Countdown. There will be six golden eggs hidden around Las Olas Oceanside Park. The lucky few to find the golden eggs will enjoy a round of Pixar Putt with the Easter Bunny. Day of only – tickets valid for a family of 4 with a start time of 11:30 a.m. • Golf with the Bunny, 11:30 a.m. – 2 p.m.: Don’t miss the last chance to play a round of Pixar Putt at Las Olas Oceanside Park on this final day of the Fort Lauderdale tour. A limited number of discounted tickets, sponsored by the LOOP, are available for tee times between 11:30 – 2 p.m. • Children’s Arts & Crafts: In recognition of Earth Month, The LOOP’s children’s craft corner will feature make-and-take crafts that are good for the planet by recycling the egg hunt eggs into a flower, dinosaur, or egg in a cup. Day of crafts available while supplies last. When: Sunday, April 2, 2023 9 a.m. – 2 p.m. Where: Las Olas Oceanside Park: 3000 E. Las Olas Blvd., Fort Lauderdale, FL 33316 The most convenient place to park to access the event is the Las Olas Beach Parking Garage, where the PayByPhone payment option can be used, and parking can be extended from anywhere using the mobile PayByPhone App. Cost: The egg hunts and arts & craft stations are free and open to the public. A limited number of Golf with the Easter Bunny tickets ($12.50 pp) are available to purchase at https://theloopflb.com/events/spring-fling/ How: For more information, please visit https://theloopflb.com/events/spring-fling/

The producers of Friday Night Sound Waves are giving guests six more opportunities to check #41 off author Christiana Lilly’s “100 Things to Do in Fort Lauderdale Before You Die” list, with a spring revival of the popular free concert series at The LOOP (Las Olas Oceanside Park), April 21 through May 26 from 6:30–9:30 p.m. Presented by the City of Fort Lauderdale’s Beach Business Improvement District, Friday Night Sound Waves welcomes locals and visitors, the young and the young at heart, to enjoy some of South Florida’s best musical talents, performing an eclectic range of genres ranging from Classic Rock to Latin Jazz, and Top 40 to Tribute Bands. Attendees are invited to come early to enjoy various pre-concert games on the main lawn starting at 5 p.m., along with local artisan vendors and a rotation of food and drink vendors to sip, sup, and shop before, during, and after the show. The LOOP will also host special performances throughout the month of April on select Saturday and Sunday afternoons in recognition of Jazz Appreciation Month in coordination with the weekend Markets. It will also host two concerts by the Navy Rock Band on Sunday, April 23, from 5–6 p.m. and Saturday, April 29, from 4–5:30 p.m. during Fleet Week Fort Lauderdale. Friday, April 28, 6:30-9:30 p.m. – Higher Ground – Fort Lauderdale Air Show Kickoff Concert Higher Ground is the talk of the town in South Florida’s live music scene. This young, energetic group has been rocking parties from Miami to Palm Beach with the best hit songs from every genre. Everywhere this band appears, people are immediately affected by their ‘infectious’ groove. Higher Ground has one of any cover band’s most diverse song lists. From Elton John to Elvis, Jay-Z to Ariana Grande, there is virtually nothing they can’t deliver. *Performers' schedule is subject to change For more information, please visit FridayNightSoundWaves.com.

The producers of Friday Night Sound Waves are giving guests six more opportunities to check #41 off author Christiana Lilly’s “100 Things to Do in Fort Lauderdale Before You Die” list, with a spring revival of the popular free concert series at The LOOP (Las Olas Oceanside Park), April 21 through May 26 from 6:30 – 9:30 p.m. Presented by the City of Fort Lauderdale’s Beach Business Improvement District, Friday Night Sound Waves welcomes locals and visitors, the young and the young at heart, to enjoy some of South Florida’s best musical talents, performing an eclectic range of genres ranging from Classic Rock to Latin Jazz, and Top 40 to Tribute Bands. Attendees are invited to come early to enjoy various pre-concert games on the main lawn starting at 5 p.m., along with local artisan vendors and a rotation of food and drink vendors to sip, sup, and shop before, during, and after the show. The LOOP will also host special performances throughout the month of April on select Saturday and Sunday afternoons in recognition of Jazz Appreciation Month in coordination with the weekend Markets. It will also host two concerts by the Navy Rock Band on Sunday, April 23, from 5–6 p.m. and Saturday, April 29, from 4–5:30 p.m. during Fleet Week Fort Lauderdale. May 5 – Extasy – Cinco de Mayo Miami’s culture and nightlife have given birth to this new kid on the block. Energy with just the right chemistry, these young artists give new life to the classics, while playing all the hits from today’s biggest stars. Extasy is truly Miami, a synergistic blend of Latin and American cultures with music from both worlds. They are one of the most versatile live bands and can do 100% American-Top 40 hits, 100% Latin sets, or any mix of the two. *Performers' schedule is subject to change For more information, please visit FridayNightSoundWaves.com.

The producers of Friday Night Sound Waves are giving guests six more opportunities to check #41 off author Christiana Lilly’s “100 Things to Do in Fort Lauderdale Before You Die” list, with a spring revival of the popular free concert series at The LOOP (Las Olas Oceanside Park), April 21 through May 26 from 6:30–9:30 p.m. Presented by the City of Fort Lauderdale’s Beach Business Improvement District, Friday Night Sound Waves welcomes locals and visitors, the young and the young at heart, to enjoy some of South Florida’s best musical talents, performing an eclectic range of genres ranging from Classic Rock to Latin Jazz, and Top 40 to Tribute Bands. Attendees are invited to come early to enjoy various pre-concert games on the main lawn starting at 5 p.m., along with local artisan vendors and a rotation of food and drink vendors to sip, sup, and shop before, during, and after the show. The LOOP will also host special performances throughout the month of April on select Saturday and Sunday afternoons in recognition of Jazz Appreciation Month in coordination with the weekend Markets. It will also host two concerts by the Navy Rock Band on Sunday, April 23, from 5–6 p.m. and Saturday, April 29, from 4–5:30 p.m. during Fleet Week Fort Lauderdale. May 12 – Pure Heart & Mr. Nice Guy Band– Mother’s Day Weekend Concert Double Header The Pure Heart band hails from South Florida and features six seasoned professionals performing the timeless classics of the band Heart, led by Hall of Fame artists and sisters Ann Wilson and Nancy Wilson. The band tributes its success to the music and powerful hits of Heart that spans generations. The music is played and sung authentically, in true homage to Heart. Songs include “Barracuda,” “Dreamboat Annie,” “Alone,” “These Dreams,” “Magic Man,” “Love Alive,” “Crazy On You” and more. Additionally, Pure Hearts adds some of the favorites Heart chose to remake, including “Stairway to Heaven” by Led Zeppelin and “Love, Reign O’er Me” by The Who. Formed in 2002, Mr. Nice Guy (MNG) is one of the area's most popular classic rock groups, delivering high-energy performances of some of the best music from the ’60s, ’70s, and ’80s. In addition to a monster set list of classic rock cover songs, Mr. Nice Guy has original music and has recently been on tour, backing major acts such as ZZ Top. The special Mother’s Day weekend concert will feature guest, lead singer Maria De Cresano. *Performers' schedule is subject to change For more information, please visit FridayNightSoundWaves.com.

The community is invited to dust off their boots and put on their best cowboy hat for a rootin’ tootin’ good time at the Fourth Annual Fur the Love Pet Fest on Sunday, Feb. 25, at The LOOP (Las Olas Oceanside Park). Coinciding with National Love Your Pet Day, Fur the Love Pet Fest is a celebration of Fort Lauderdale’s furry companions and a day of four-legged fun. Fur The Love Pet Fest is once again hosted by the dynamic mom and pup duo behind the award-winning Instagram @TourwithTeddy and blog “Living A Fairytail.” Proceeds from the event will benefit upcoming pet-friendly experiences at The LOOP in 2024, including the popular free Dog Days of Summer Movie Series, HOWLoween Pawty and WONDERLAND’s Happy HOWL-iday events. Event organizers are wrangling up a rodeo extravaganza that’ll have tails wagging and spurs jingling ‘til the cows come home, complete with a rodeo round-up food court, local people and pets’ vendors, games and contests, Instagramable moments and surprises at every turn. Guests are encouraged to dress in theme. All-day experiences include: Ranch Roam Photo Zones: Strike gold and create Instagram magic at the various Ranch Roam photo zones. Groups can capture the spirit of the Wild West with themed backdrops and props to take home picture-perfect memories. Teddy’s Rodeo Round Up Food Court: Indulge in a roundup of classic cowboy bites and refreshing sips, including made-to-order BurgerFi burgers, protein-packed waffle breakfast sandwiches, mouthwatering BBQ, Tex-Mex tacos and more. K954 Dog Training Trailblazers Trail Run: Unleash some energy as pets conquer treadmills and agility courses, merging fitness with fun for a tail-wagging good time. The Pretty Nomad Well-Brimmed Hat Bar: Craft a frontier style and design a personalized cowboy hat, choosing from an array of styles and accessories. The Rounds 360° Rodeo Ring: Lasso up cowboy memories with furry friends in every spin at the 360° photo booth. Sheriff’s Sniff-Out Scavenger Hunt: Furry deputies and their companions follow pawprints around the Mercantile to win prizes from select vendors. Vetfield Animal Hospital Watering Hole: Saddle up to the pet hydration post, where furry amigos will find cool refreshments and generous giveaways to take on their frontier journey. W Fort Lauderdale Quick Draw Portrait Parlor: Enjoy complimentary* caricatures capturing pets’ unique charm with a touch of Wild West flair. *On a first come, first served basis. Activities and entertainment: 12–3 p.m.: Tim Charron Band 12:30 p.m. and 1:30 p.m.: Yum Pup Chow-Down Contest 1 p.m.: Line Dancing Lessons A people and pets marketplace will feature dozens of new and returning vendors, ranging from pet services to a plethora of pet and people clothing, food and accessories. Confirmed vendors to date include: Bonafide Therapy Dogs, Bulltug Company, Catskills Clothing Company, Dasenia Creations, Dog Training Elite, Dog Drop, Dogtopia of Fort Lauderdale, EloPetz, Fetch Pet Care Fort Lauderdale, Happy Dingos, Healthy Smiles Pet Dental, Hola From Lola, Icy Woof Pet Accessories, Jaffee Pops, K9 Resorts Pompano Beach, Kay’s Kollars & Bella Greens Dog Treats, Little Giants & Co., Moon Dog Barkery, Optimally Balanced, Patty’s Pet Foods, Paw Patrol Animal Rescue and Sanctuary, Paws Around the World, Pet Wants Fort Lauderdale, Pup & Away, Ruff House, Salon Bark, Snacks Homemade Treats, The Duty Mitt, The Pretty Nomad, Urbana Pet, Wag Around Town, Woof & Wag, Woofin-Good and Yum Pup. Fur The Love Pet Fest was voted the “best event” in Fort Lauderdale Magazine’s “The Best of Fort Lauderdale 2023” readers’ poll. Presented by the Fort Lauderdale Beach BID, Fur The Love Pet Fest is generously sponsored by K954 Dog Training, Pet Junction Magazine, The Rounds, Vetfield Animal Hospital, W Fort Lauderdale and Yum Pup. For more information or to participate as a sponsor or vendor, please visit www.ftlpetfest.com.