Hollywood, Florida, is a Broward County town on the Jupiter-to-Key West coast. This guide covers 8 beaches, parks and attractions, 5 places to eat and 44 upcoming events, kept current from official sources. Top picks: Anne Kolb Nature Center / West Lake Park, Hollywood Dog Beach and Le Tub. One of the activities is free. Nearest towns: Hallandale Beach (2.1 mi) and Dania Beach (2.9 mi).

Last updated September 7, 2026. Events refresh daily; places are hand-picked and re-checked monthly.

Hollywood's Broadwalk is two and a half miles of brick promenade with bike lanes, beach bars and a bandshell that hosts free concerts most weekends. Inland, the Seminole Hard Rock's guitar-shaped hotel and Hard Rock Live pull in the biggest touring acts in South Florida.

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Beaches & Parks in Hollywood

  • Anne Kolb Nature Center / West Lake Park (Hollywood) — 1,500 acres of mangrove estuary, 5-story observation tower, marked kayak trails with rentals. Price: $1.50 · Dogs: leashed (park, not center).
  • Hollywood Dog Beach (Hollywood (North Beach Park)) — Fri–Sun afternoons (3–7 or 4–8 pm). Small friendly crowd. Price: $5–10/dog day pass · Dogs: yes.
  • Dog hangouts (Various) — LauderAle, Yeasty Brews, Saltwater, Civil Society, Grandview Public Market, The Oasis Wynwood, Lagniappe, Yellow Green market, LOOP market, Aventura Mall, Gulfstream Village, Wynwood streets, Worth Ave, Design District, Coconut Grove. Dogs: yes.
  • Dog-friendly weekend-away hotels (Various) — Kimpton Shorebreak & Goodland (FTL; no fee, no size limit), The Ben and Canopy (WPB), Brazilian Court (Palm Beach), The Seagate and The Ray (Delray), Hard Rock Guitar Hotel and Margaritaville (Hollywood), Kimpton EPIC / Surfcomber and 1 Hotel (Miami Beach), Biltmore (Coral Gables), Mayfair House (Coconut Grove). Dogs: yes.

Attractions & Activities in Hollywood

  • Jet ski, parasail, flyboard (Pompano / FTL / Hollywood / South Beach) — Fort Lauderdale Watersports / Splash Watersports (Pompano & FTL), Boucher Brothers (Hollywood & South Beach). Price: Jet ski ~$100–150/hr, parasail ~$90–120.
  • Fort Lauderdale Water Taxi (FTL / Hollywood / Pompano (30+ stops)) — The easy way to bar-hop the Intracoastal. Dog policy conflicts between sources (site says service animals only) — call. Price: All-day $38, evening $25 · Dogs: ask.

Shopping & Markets in Hollywood

  • Yellow Green Farmers Market (Hollywood) — Sat–Sun 10–6. 300+ vendors, bars, food stalls, live music — a half-day outing Outdoors and dog-friendly on a leash unless noted. Dogs: leashed.

At Night in Hollywood

  • Casinos (Hollywood / Dania / Hallandale) — Seminole Hard Rock Guitar Hotel (casino, Hard Rock Live, Oculus light show, Bora Bora pool day passes); The Casino at Dania Beach (free live music, Stage 954); Gulfstream Park Village.

Free things to do in Hollywood

Nothing here charges admission (parking may).

  • Casinos — Seminole Hard Rock Guitar Hotel (casino, Hard Rock Live, Oculus light show, Bora Bora pool day passes); The Casino at Dania Beach (free live music, Stage 954); Gulfstream Park Village.

Hollywood with kids

  • Jet ski, parasail, flyboard — Fort Lauderdale Watersports / Splash Watersports (Pompano & FTL), Boucher Brothers (Hollywood & South Beach).

Where to eat in Hollywood

Waterfront

  • Le Tub (Hollywood) — Bathtub-décor dive. The Oprah/GQ burger; slow, cash-leaning, worth it. $$ · dog-friendly patio.
  • GG's Waterfront (Hollywood) — Upscale Intracoastal. Sunset happy hour. $$$ · dog-friendly patio.
  • Billy's Stone Crab (Hollywood) — Stone crab house. Family-run since 1975 with its own boats; from Oct 15. $$$.

Casual & Family

  • Sonny's Famous Steak Hogies (Hollywood) — Since 1958. $.
  • Billy's Stone Crab (season pick) (Hollywood) — Family-run since 1975 with its own boats. The relaxed family alternative to Joe's; from Oct 15. $$$.

What's on in Hollywood

The next 10 events on the Hollywood calendar (dates are America/New_York; confirm with the organizer before you go):

  • Live Music at Hollywood Beach Theatre — Wed, Sep 9, 7:00 PM · Hollywood Beach Theatre · Concerts & Live Music. This beachside theater with space for dancing hosts a variety of free performances. Price: Free
  • Live Music at Hollywood Beach Theatre — Thu, Sep 10, 7:00 PM · Hollywood Beach Theatre · Concerts & Live Music. This beachside theater with space for dancing hosts a variety of free performances. Price: Free
  • 2nd Annual Rock the Climb — Fri, Sep 11, 12:30 AM · Races & Runs. 110 Yards, 72 Yards, 36 Yards The 2nd Annual Rock the Climb - 9/11 Memorial Stair Climb returns to the iconic Hard Rock Guitar Hotel in Hollywood, Florida, on September 11, 2026. This powerful event serves as a solemn tribute to… Price: $65.24
  • 911 Memorial Ceremony at Fire Station 31 — Fri, Sep 11, 8:30 AM · Fire Station 31 · Community. Hollywood Fire Rescue invites all to honor the lives lost on September 11. Price: Free
  • Live Music at Hollywood Beach Theatre — Sat, Sep 12, 7:00 PM · Hollywood Beach Theatre · Concerts & Live Music. This beachside theater with space for dancing hosts a variety of free performances. Price: Free
  • The Strokes — Sun, Sep 13 · Hard Rock Live · Concerts & Live Music.
  • OmegaXL Sport FIRE HERO 5K (Runner's Depot) — Sun, Sep 13 · 1111 N Ocean Dr, Hollywood Beach · Races & Runs. 5K Confirmed 2026.
  • Nikki Glaser — Fri, Sep 18 · Hard Rock Live · Concerts & Live Music. Comedy.
  • Zac Brown Band — Sat, Sep 19 · Hard Rock Live · Concerts & Live Music.
  • Medal Madness 5K & 10K at Hollywood, FL (38) — Sat, Sep 19, 9:00 AM · Races & Runs. 13.1 mi, 5K, 10K US Road Running Races US Road Running races are built for runners and walkers who like friendly, low-pressure race days with just enough competition to keep things exciting. Our events are local… Price: $30

See the full list, refreshed daily: Hollywood.

Getting there and planning your day

Hollywood sits at 26.011, -80.150 in Broward County. Parking rules, beach access and permits are on the City of Hollywood site; the Visit Lauderdale (official tourism board) calendar lists county-wide festivals; check the National Weather Service Miami – South Florida forecast before a beach or boat day (summer storms build after 2 pm); snorkelers and anglers should read the NOAA tides: South Port Everglades; Fort Lauderdale Water Taxi is the car-free way in; the official Dr. Von D. Mizell-Eula Johnson State Park page has hours and entry fees.

Nearby towns

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Official sources and further reading

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