Fort Lauderdale Magazine

I AM MY ANCESTORS
2026-06-23 10:00 - 2026-09-16 18:00 (America/New_York) | Ali Cultural Arts Center, 353 MLK Blvd, Pompano Beach, FL, 33060, United States
In Appreciation of Black Independence, artist Will Simpson of Timelessartz created an exhibition celebrating Black Culture (Blacknicity). Dance, music, and poetry have always been embedded in the African American culture, and Blacknicity will be the exhibition to showcase it all. The importance of Ali Cultural Center for the exhibition is major. First of all, it’s in the heart of Pompano, which is a major African American community in Broward County. Blacknicity was created in 2021 by artist Will Simpson and co-founder John Cledor, to bring art to the community. Will Simpson has been a pillar in the Broward art scene for years now. He’s taught multiple workshops, murals, live painting, and events all throughout South Florida. Blacknicity is simply put, “Building our community from within.” Showing our youth that they have more than enough inside to be their best version of themselves. We gotta start uplifting each other, supporting one another, and being there for one another. We are not alone, and as a community, we must stand united. This show is about changing the narrative that our ancestors were slaves. When in reality, we came from royalty, warriors, and creatives. Our ancestors’ culture is much more than slavery; we are Kings and Queens. As you enjoy this show, please view each art piece with you in mind, and know that your life matters.

Pink Cabana Club x Hampton Water Arrives at Shooters Waterfront for Summer Fridays
2026-06-19 17:00 - 2026-08-04 17:00 | FL
If your ideal Summer Friday includes rosé and waterfront views, Pink Cabana Club at Shooters Waterfront is the place to be.
In partnership with Hampton Water Rosé, Shooters is transforming its iconic waterfront lawn into a pink-hued escape designed for Summer Fridays from now through Labor Day. Enjoy rosé carts and tastings, pink decor and Instagram-worthy photo opportunities at every turn.
Whether wanting to gather with girl friends, enjoy a date night or are looking for a spot to post up for happy hour, The Pink Cabana Club toasts to summer with the “rosé all day” spirit.

Juneteenth Experience - Where We Stay — Exhibition Opening Reception
2026-06-11 12:00 - 2026-08-29 17:00 | Daisy Arts Center, 1033 Sistrunk Blvd., Suite 102, Fort Lauderdale, 33311, United States
As part of Hued Songs’ Juneteenth Experience 2026, “Where We Stay” is a free visual art exhibition curated by Tayina Deravile and featuring nine Broward-based visual artists. Presented at the Daisy Arts Center, the exhibition explores the commonalities of home within Black communities through works centered on family, memory, adornment, personal lived experience and cultural legacy. The exhibition celebrates the history of the Sistrunk neighborhood and honors the legacy of Dr. James and Daisy Sistrunk, whose home became a gathering place for jazz musicians, dignitaries, artists and community leaders. Featured artists include Allison Bolah, Adrienne Chadwick, Amaya Estrada, Clarence Josey II, Emmanuel George, Shawna Moulton, Cornelius Tulloch, Carrington Ware and Chris Friday. The opening reception takes place Thursday, June 11, with public gallery hours beginning Saturday, June 13.

JARANA Launches Interactive Cebiche and Pisco Sour Classes
2026-06-04 18:00 - 2026-08-13 20:00 | JARANA Peruvian Cuisine & Pisco Bar, 19505 Biscayne Blvd suite 5150, Aventura, FL, 33180, United States
JARANA Peruvian Cuisine & Pisco Bar is teaming up with Bucket Listers for a lively summer series celebrating the vibrant flavors of Peru. Taking place bi-weekly on Thursdays from June 4 through August 13 from 6 to 8 p.m., the interactive experience invites guests to enjoy a hands-on Cebiche Making Class and Pisco Sour Masterclass, where expert chefs and bartenders will guide participants through crafting authentic Peruvian cebiche from scratch and shaking up Peru’s signature cocktail. Guests will also enjoy pisco tastings throughout the evening alongside Peruvian bites including anticuchos, tuna wantacos, and ají de gallina croquettes. Perfect for date night or foodie friends, the immersive event brings together bold flavors, cocktails, and a lively social atmosphere. Visit jaranarestaurant.com/aventura for more information.

Figure Drawing Class
2026-04-25 14:00 - 2026-09-26 17:00 | Bailey Contemporary Arts Center, 41 NE 1st St, Pompano Beach, FL, 33060, United States
Figure Drawing Intensive – Master the Human Form. Every 2nd and 4th Saturday!
Join this workshop to strengthen your figure drawing skills through guided instruction and live model practice. Each class begins with a focused lesson on anatomy, proportion, light and shadow, followed by two hours of drawing with male and female models.
Explore key areas like gesture, structure, musculature, foreshortening, and portraiture, while developing your own unique style. The final session features a long pose and group critique to track your progress.
Open to all skill levels. Charcoal and graphite encouraged—other media welcome.
Happens on the following Dates:
Apr 11, 2026, 2:00pm to 5:00pm Timezone: Eastern Time (US & Canada)
Apr 25, 2026, 2:00pm to 5:00pm Timezone: Eastern Time (US & Canada)
May 9, 2026, 2:00pm to 5:00pm Timezone: Eastern Time (US & Canada)
May 23, 2026, 2:00pm to 5:00pm Timezone: Eastern Time (US & Canada)
Jun 13, 2026, 2:00pm to 5:00pm Timezone: Eastern Time (US & Canada)
Jun 27, 2026, 2:00pm to 5:00pm Timezone: Eastern Time (US & Canada)
Jul 11, 2026, 2:00pm to 5:00pm Timezone: Eastern Time (US & Canada)
Jul 25, 2026, 2:00pm to 5:00pm Timezone: Eastern Time (US & Canada)
Aug 8, 2026, 2:00pm to 5:00pm Timezone: Eastern Time (US & Canada)
Aug 22, 2026, 2:00pm to 5:00pm Timezone: Eastern Time (US & Canada)
Sep 12, 2026, 2:00pm to 5:00pm Timezone: Eastern Time (US & Canada)
Sep 26, 2026, 2:00pm to 5:00pm Timezone: Eastern Time (US & Canada)

Total Wireless Posted Free FIFA World Cup 2026™ Tickets in Miami!
2026-04-13 - 2026-07-17 | Total Wireless
Total Wireless is taking the excitement of the FIFA World Cup™ straight to the streets of Miami. Tear-off flyers are popping up near participating stores, and every tab is redeemable for two tickets to the 2026 FIFA World Cup™. No contest entry, no fine print. Just find a flyer, pull a tab, and head to your nearest participating Total Wireless store to claim your tickets.
Can’t find a flyer? Total Wireless is also hosting a sweepstakes, available in-store and at totalwireless.com/FIFAsweepstakes, for another shot at two World Cup tickets. Stop by a participating location for FIFA-themed events and exclusive giveaways through July 7th, 2026.
Participating stores in the area include:
14704 NE 6th Ave
12192 NW 7th Ave
947 E 8th Ave
1674 NW 17th Ave

Introduction to Clay – Hand Building (Thursdays and Saturdays)
2026-02-26 18:00 - 2026-09-26 21:00 | Bailey Contemporary Arts Center, 41 NE 1st St, Pompano Beach, FL, 33060, United States
Introduction to Clay – Hand Building is a bi-weekly program where students learn basic elements of clay hand building methods. Although each session is designed to work independently, it is recommended for students to take various workshops to perfect the medium and become comfortable with the materials.
One hand-built object will be made during class. Underglaze (color) will be added during class by the student, work will be cleaned up and bisque fired after work has dried, clear glaze will be applied by the instructor after first firing, and a second firing to finish the piece will be run immediately after. A 1.5 to 2 weeks turnaround on work to be finished and taken home.
Note: At least one Hand Building workshop is a pre-requisite for Wheel Throwing.
Second Thursdays ｜ 6:00 – 9:00 PM
Fourth Saturdays ｜ 11:00 AM – 2:00 PM
Happens on the following Dates:
Jan 8, 2026, 6:00pm to 9:00pm Timezone: Eastern Time (US & Canada)
Jan 24, 2026, 11:00am to 2:00pm Timezone: Eastern Time (US & Canada)
Feb 26, 2026, 6:00pm to 9:00pm Timezone: Eastern Time (US & Canada)
Feb 28, 2026, 11:00am to 2:00pm Timezone: Eastern Time (US & Canada)
Mar 12, 2026, 6:00pm to 9:00pm Timezone: Eastern Time (US & Canada)
Mar 28, 2026, 11:00am to 2:00pm Timezone: Eastern Time (US & Canada)
Apr 9, 2026, 6:00pm to 9:00pm Timezone: Eastern Time (US & Canada)
Apr 25, 2026, 11:00am to 2:00pm Timezone: Eastern Time (US & Canada)
May 14, 2026, 6:00pm to 9:00pm Timezone: Eastern Time (US & Canada)
May 23, 2026, 11:00am to 2:00pm Timezone: Eastern Time (US & Canada)
Jun 11, 2026, 6:00pm to 9:00pm Timezone: Eastern Time (US & Canada)
Jun 27, 2026, 11:00am to 2:00pm Timezone: Eastern Time (US & Canada)
Jul 9, 2026, 6:00pm to 9:00pm Timezone: Eastern Time (US & Canada)
Jul 25, 2026, 11:00am to 2:00pm Timezone: Eastern Time (US & Canada)
Aug 13, 2026, 6:00pm to 9:00pm Timezone: Eastern Time (US & Canada)
Aug 22, 2026, 11:00am to 2:00pm Timezone: Eastern Time (US & Canada)
Sep 10, 2026, 6:00pm to 9:00pm Timezone: Eastern Time (US & Canada)
Sep 26, 2026, 11:00am to 2:00pm Timezone: Eastern Time (US & Canada)

A Taste of Jazz
2026-01-08 19:00 - 2026-09-10 20:30 | Bailey Contemporary Arts Center, 41 NE 1st St, Pompano Beach, FL, 33060, United States
A Taste of Jazz Concert Series
Every 2nd Thursday of the month
$25 Adults l $20 Pompano Beach Residents
Indulge in an unforgettable evening at A Taste of Jazz at Bailey Contemporary Arts! This unique experience blends the rich history of jazz with live performances and delightful wine tastings. Join the talented Martin Hand and the Gold Coast Jazz Quartet as they take you on an exciting journey through the origins of jazz, its movement across America, and its transformation into the timeless genre we know today. Jazz is the heartbeat of American music, shaping everything from past hits to today’s popular tunes.
Since 1992, the Gold Coast Jazz Society has been a cornerstone of Broward County’s jazz scene, presenting mesmerizing concerts and educational programs that keep the spirit of jazz alive. Now, we’re thrilled to welcome you back to Bailey Contemporary Arts for our in-person A Taste of Jazz series! Every second Thursday, immerse yourself in this dynamic combo of entertainment and education, where jazz history comes to life.
Kick off the evening with a wine tasting from 7:00 to 7:30 pm, then sit back and enjoy an hour of captivating live music from 7:30 to 8:30 pm. It’s a perfect blend of culture, music, and flavor that promises to leave you inspired and entertained!
Bailey Contemporary Arts is located at 41 NE 1st Street, Pompano Beach, FL 33060.
Happens on the following Dates:
Jan 8, 2026, 7:00pm to 8:30pm Timezone: Eastern Time (US & Canada)
Feb 12, 2026, 7:00pm to 8:30pm Timezone: Eastern Time (US & Canada)
Mar 12, 2026, 7:00pm to 8:30pm Timezone: Eastern Time (US & Canada)
Apr 9, 2026, 7:00pm to 8:30pm Timezone: Eastern Time (US & Canada)
May 14, 2026, 7:00pm to 8:30pm Timezone: Eastern Time (US & Canada)
Jun 11, 2026, 7:00pm to 8:30pm Timezone: Eastern Time (US & Canada)
Jul 9, 2026, 7:00pm to 8:30pm Timezone: Eastern Time (US & Canada)
Aug 13, 2026, 7:00pm to 8:30pm Timezone: Eastern Time (US & Canada)
Sep 10, 2026, 7:00pm to 8:30pm Timezone: Eastern Time (US & Canada)

Soulful Sundays
2025-11-09 18:00 - 2026-09-13 21:00 | Ali Cultural Arts Center, 353 MLK Blvd, Pompano Beach, FL, 33060, United States
Every 2nd Sunday of the month.
Get ready to groove at Soulful Sundays at the Historic Ali Cultural Center! This electrifying event, held every second Sunday, celebrates the rich history and culture of the African-American community, set to the sounds of soul that will move your heart and feet. The intimate, vibrant atmosphere of the Ali Cultural Center sets the perfect backdrop for a night filled with incredible music and unforgettable vibes.
Soulful Sundays’s real magic lies in its top-tier talent lineup across South Florida. Prepare to be wowed by live performances spanning a range of genres—sultry Soul, high-energy R&B, smooth Neo-Soul, heart-stirring Blues, Jazz, and Funk that will have you grooving all night long. Whether you’re into silky melodies or fiery beats, there’s something for every music lover to enjoy.
Combine the soul-soothing music with delicious food and a lively, community-centered atmosphere, and you have the ultimate Sunday night experience. Pay tribute to the powerful contributions of the African-American community while immersing yourself in a night of soulful joy at Soulful Sundays. This is more than a concert—it’s a celebration you won’t want to miss!
Tickets $10 — limited tickets only available online — no tickets will be sold at the door.
Reservations are available for tables seating four (4) people. The reserved area is located at the front of the venue.
UPCOMING CONCERT LINEUP
August 10th, 2025
Artist: Derek Mack
The Derek Mack Band, known for cooking up a musical spread that spans decades, is serving a performance full of flavor! This powerhouse group blends soul, R&B, funk, and hits from the 60s to today that’ll have you dancing from the moment you step in.
Led by Derek Mack—brother of Grammy-nominated George McCrae (“Rock Your Baby”)—this band has perfected the recipe for a show that sizzles. Whether you’re craving the classics or something fresh, they’ve got it all, delivering the kind of performance that hits you right in the soul.
Soulful Sundays isn’t just a concert—it’s a musical feast, where the rhythm of South Florida meets the rich cultural history of the African American community. Come hungry for good music and good vibes, then leave with memories.
September 14th, 2025
Artist: The Valerie Tyson
At Soulful Sundays, stories don’t just speak—they sing!
This month, the rhythm of the written word meets the pulse of live music with a performance by the incomparable Valerie Tyson.
As a celebrated vocalist and dynamic performer, Valerie brings stories to life through song, weaving emotion, history, and soul into every lyric. Her voice—smooth, powerful, and soul-stirring—has earned her the title of “South Florida’s Queen of Soul”, and her performances are nothing short of impactful.
Valerie delivers a sound that’s as rich and layered as the most compelling novel. With a repertoire that spans R&B, soul, jazz, and funk, every note carries the depth of a lived experience and the joy of artistic expression.
Just like the artists we celebrate at Soulful Sundays, Valerie’s music speaks to the heart of the community, sharing stories that move, heal, and inspire. Join us for this beautiful harmony as she raids the repertoire of such R&B greats like Aretha Franklin and the one and only Gladys Knight”.
October 12th, 2025
Artist: Franchise Player
November 9th, 2025
Artist: The Kooly Scott Band
December 14th, 2025
Artist: The ReaXtion Band
Happens on the following Dates:
Nov 9, 2025, 6:00pm to 9:00pm Timezone: Eastern Time (US & Canada)
Dec 14, 2025, 6:00pm to 9:00pm Timezone: Eastern Time (US & Canada)
Jan 11, 2026, 6:00pm to 9:00pm Timezone: Eastern Time (US & Canada)
Feb 8, 2026, 6:00pm to 9:00pm Timezone: Eastern Time (US & Canada)
Apr 12, 2026, 6:00pm to 9:00pm Timezone: Eastern Time (US & Canada)
May 10, 2026, 6:00pm to 9:00pm Timezone: Eastern Time (US & Canada)
Jun 14, 2026, 6:00pm to 9:00pm Timezone: Eastern Time (US & Canada)
Jul 12, 2026, 6:00pm to 9:00pm Timezone: Eastern Time (US & Canada)
Aug 9, 2026, 6:00pm to 9:00pm Timezone: Eastern Time (US & Canada)
Sep 13, 2026, 6:00pm to 9:00pm Timezone: Eastern Time (US & Canada)
