Why Choose Our Destination?
The Greater Fort Lauderdale/Broward County convention center is undergoing a $1.3 billion expansion.
Phase 1 of the newly expanded West convention center building is now complete, and we are open for business. Boasting a total of 800,000 sq ft of space including 350,000 sq ft of exhibit space our venue offers endless possibilities to meeting planners.
Phase 2 of the East convention center building expansion is well under way and will encompass a total of 1.2 million sq ft of space, a 65K sq ft waterfront ballroom, 6-acre outdoor tropical plaza, an 801 room OMNI headquarter hotel and a water taxi and yacht charter dock. Phase 2 slated for completion in 2025.
Venue Details
Hotels551
Convention center800,000 sq. ft.
Guest Rooms33,000
Guest rooms at 1 hotel-
Special event venues235
Average room rate$123
Occupancy rate67.7%
Restaurants4,061
Daily food cost$71
Tax rate6%
Venue typeCVB
Awards
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Getting Here
Distance from airport
3 mi from Fort Lauderdale/ Hollywood International Airport
Distance from Fort Lauderdale/ Hollywood International Airport airport 3 mi
Location
Local Attractions
African-American Research Library & Cultural Center
Museum
60,000 sq ft jewel, only third of its kind in the U.S. A main library and a unique children's library with more Black history books and books written by Blacks than any other facility in the country. The auditorium and exhibit areas provide opportunities to exchange ideas and cultural values as well as promote an understanding and appreciation of the contributions of persons of African descent. Mon-Wed 10am-8pm, Thurs-Sat 10am-6pm, Closed Sundays. Free
2650 NW 6th St
Fort Lauderdale, FL, US 33311
Airboat Adventures at Sawgrass Recreation Park
Park
Embark on a thrilling airboat
tour through the Everglades followed by Reptile, Glades and Exotic Wildlife Exhibits
featuring more than 100 adopted & rescued mammals and reptiles. Hold an alligator and
see a Florida Panther. Group rates, ample bus parking, exclusive Private Adventures &
Nighttime Airboat Adventures available. Try Gator Bites, tacos, burgers & more at
The Gator Grill open daily. Tours daily starting at 9am until 4pm. Adults $22.95, children
4-12 years $12.95, under-4 free. Prices subject to change.
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Aloha Watersports
Recreation
Parasailing, wave runners, hobie cats, weenie rides, kite surfing, wind surfing, peddle
boats, paddle boards, kayaks, snorkeling, scuba, speedboat rides and sea rocket.
Daily 9am-5pm.
3030 Holiday Dr.
Fort Lauderdale
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B Ocean Resort Fort Lauderdale
Recreation
4 mi
FLA Live Arena
Recreation
Featuring some of the world’s hottest concerts, sporting events and family shows.
1 Panther Parkway
Sunrise, FL 33323
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Bonnet House Museum & Gardens
Museum
Subtropical historic house museum of two American artists on 35-acres of Fort Lauderdale beach.
Tue-Sun 9am-4pm. Closed Mondays and some holidays. Adults $20,
children 6-12 $16, grounds only $10, under 6 free.
900 N Birch Rd.
Fort Lauderdale, FL 33304
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Broward Center for the Performing Arts
Theater
Located in the heart of the Riverwalk Arts & Entertainment District, this stunning multi-theater complex offers world-class events in a tropical waterfront setting.
201 SW 5th Ave
Fort Lauderdale, FL 33312
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Deerfield Beach
Recreation
16 mi
Flamingo Gardens
Recreation
Celebrating its 90th Anniversary! 60-acre botanical gardens and Everglades wildlife sanctuary. Exotic & native plants & Florida’s “Champion” trees. Bird of Prey Center & free-flight walk-through aviary, alligators, flamingos, bobcat, black bear & Florida panthers. Open 9:30am-5pm daily. Adults $19.95, children 3-11 $12.95. Narrated tour by tram & Wildlife Encounter shows are included.
3750 S. Flamingo Rd.
Davie, FL 33330
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Galleria Mall
Shopping
World-class shopping,
dining and nightlife steps from the beach. Mon-Sat 10am-9pm, Sun 12-6pm.
Restaurants enjoy later hours.
2414 E. Sunrise Blvd
Fort Lauderdale, FL
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Gulfstream Park
Park
Family-friendly, one of South Florida’s top entertainment destinations. The Village at Gulfstream Park features national retailers, world-class art galleries and an array of international restaurants and family-style dining options in a lush, Mediterranean-inspired setting. Free parking and admission.
901 S. Federal Hwy.
Hallandale Beach
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Hard Rock Live
The new 7,000-person capacity Hard Rock Live will sellout crowds. Primed as the epicenter of South Florida entertainment, the new venue will host state-of-the art technical capabilities that will support A-list celebrity performances as well as award shows, sporting events and nationally televised programs. Acoustically pure with unobstructed sightlines, the venue will be a stand-out option for entertainers and tours across the country as well as drawing internationally acclaimed acts.
One Seminole Way
Hollywood
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History Fort Lauderdale
Broward County’s largest concentration of historic properties on the banks of the New River in downtown Fort Lauderdale. The crown jewel of this district is the 1905 New River Inn, first
Broward building listed on the National Register of Historic Places, which today houses a museum of history & archaeology. The museum is part of a full educational campus which includes the King Cromartie Museum of Pioneer History (1907 home), the Philemon Bryan House (1905 home), a full-service Library and Research Center, and an 1899 replica schoolhouse. Guided tours daily at 1pm, 2pm and 3pm. Tue-Fri 12-4pm, Sat & Sun 9:30am-4pm. Adults $15, seniors $12, students $7. No charge for accompanied children 6 and under, nor active and senior military members.
219 SW 2nd Ave.
Fort Lauderdale
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Hollywood Beach Broadwalk
Recreation
2.2-mile brick-paved promenade. A haven for joggers, bicyclists, rollerbladers and all who would prefer to take in the action from the comfort of one of the countless eateries and cafés along the way.
A1A east to ocean between Sheridan St.
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Jungle Queen Riverboat
Recreation
What better way
to spend your evening than a sail to our tropical isle for an All You Can Eat Dinner &
Variety show? Or, maybe you’re just looking for an exciting sightseeing cruise. Daily,
fully narrated sightseeing cruises down the "Venice of America," Fort Lauderdale’s
historic New River. See Millionaire’s Row, and exotic birds, monkeys, lemurs and an
alligator exhibition at our Island Village. More than 18 million people from all over the
world came to visit since 1935. Sightseeing cruises depart twice daily. Dinner cruises
depart at 6pm.
801 Fort Lauderdale Beach Blvd (A1A)
Fort Lauderdale, FL 33316
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Las Olas Boulevard
Shopping
Fort Lauderdale's premier shopping and dining district providing a rich history of unique architecture, cool breezeways and eclectic shopping. Las Olas Boulevard is at the forefront of everything from fashion boutiques and art galleries to memorable restaurants, sidewalk cafes and bars. Stroll the boulevard mornings or evenings and experience the sophisticated elegance that is Las Olas.
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Margaritaville Hollywood Beach Resort
Recreation
9 mi
Riverwalk Arts & Entertainment District
Recreation
Located along the New River offering an array of exciting entertainment options with world-class concerts, events, unique galleries and dining -- Broward Center for the Performing Arts, Florida Grand Opera, Fort Lauderdale History Center, NSU Art Museum Fort Lauderdale, Bonnet House and the Stranahan House. The 22-block district includes Las Olas Boulevard for fashion, dining and nightlife.
Downtown Fort Lauderdale
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Sawgrass Mills Mall
Shopping
A true shopping destination!
Visit the largest outlet and value retail center in the United States showcasing more
than 350 stores, 100 exclusive to South Florida. The Colonnade Outlets at Sawgrass
Mills feature an impressive collection of 70 luxury outlet brands. A variety of dining
options are available including 14 restaurants and two food courts.
Mon-Sat 10am-9:30pm, Sun 11am-8pm.
12901 W. Sunrise Blvd.
Sunrise, FL
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Seminole Hard Rock Hotel & Casino
Open 24/7. This integrated resort includes the world’s first ever Guitar Hotel, a new spa, 13.5 acres of recreational waterscape, premier meeting and convention space, state-of-the-art entertainment venue, retail shops and much more. The unique architectural and engineering masterpiece offers guests and gamers a rock-star worthy destination unlike any other. The casino gaming floor boasts nearly 200 table games and more than 3,100 slot machines. The 195,000- square-foot casino includes a High Limit Slots room with denominations ranging from $1 to $1,000, and non-smoking gaming rooms for both slots and high-limit slots. Additions also include a 45-table Poker Room with a semi-private area and a tournament table with elevated stadium seating.
One Seminole Way
Hollywood
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Riverwalk Activities
Recreation
Rent a kayak or paddleboard and
explore the never-ending waterways in Fort Lauderdale or rent a bicycle and follow
the Riverwalk down to Las Olas where you can hop around the boutiques and
galleries or head to the beach. If preferred, a guided adventure can be arranged.
220 SW 3rd Ave.
Fort Lauderdale
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Water Taxi
Recreation
You haven’t seen South Florida until you’ve seen it from the Water Taxi.
Your ticket allows all day on-and-off in Fort Lauderdale and Hollywood, and amazing
savings on the best dining, shopping, and attractions. Water Taxis run from 10am-10pm,
with discounted tickets available in the evening.
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Convention Centers
Broward County Convention CenterThe newly expanded LEED Gold Certified Greater Fort Lauderdale/Broward Convention Center now boasts 800K sq ft of space, including 350K sq ft exhibit Hall. The 2nd phase of the $1.3B expansion includes 1.2M sq ft & an 801 room OMNI Hotel, in 2025
Exhibit Space350,000 sq. ft.
Total meeting space415,000 sq. ft.
Guest rooms 1 mi. from convention center1,800
Additional Information
Additional details
The Greater Fort Lauderdale/Broward County Convention Center has been awarded Leadership in Energy & Environmental Design (LEED®) for Existing Buildings: Operations & Maintenance Gold certification from The Green Building Certification Institute (GBCI), an arm of the U.S. Green Building Council (USGBC). The venue is the first convention center in Florida to be LEED certified on any level and one of only three in the nation to achieve LEED Gold certification for an Existing Building.
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Sustainable Practices
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