There is always something to do in Fort Lauderdale

The Westin Fort Lauderdale Hotel is only a short drive from many local events and attractions.

Upcoming Area Events:

November

• Through Nov. 11: Fort Lauderdale International Film Festival
• Nov. 14: Jay-Z and Kanye West at the BankAtlantic Center
• Nov. 17 - 27: Broward County Fair
• Nov. 18: Fort Lauderdale Bus Loop
• Nov. 26 - Jan. 14: Light Up Lauderdale - Thousands of lights will be displayed along the Riverwalk Park and other public areas. Huizenga Plaza, the Stranahan House, the Historic District, Broward Center for the Performing Arts and Esplanade Park will be decorated with lights, displays and festive decor.

December

• Dec. 3: Hollywood Beach Candy Cane Parade
• Dec. 7: Christmas by the Sea
• Dec. 10: Seminole Hard Rock Winterfest Boat Parade
• Dec. 11: 49th Annual Pompano Beach Holiday Boat Parade
• Dec. 17: 2011 Metropcs Orange Bowl Basketball Classic
• Dec. 31: New Year's Eve Downtown Celebration

January

• Jan. 7: 24th Annual Las Olas Art Festival Part I
• Jan. 11 - 29: Jersey Boys, Broadway

February

• Feb. 4 - 5: Repticon, A Reptile 7 Exotic Animal Convention
• Feb. 19: A1A Marathon
• Feb. 24 - 26: Big Cypress Shootout