Fort Lauderdale

Downtown, Fort Lauderdale Neighborhood

Beverly Heights offers a vibrant atmosphere with easy access to several nearby parks providing inviting green spaces for relaxation. The neighborhood features a strong bicycling infrastructure alongside flat terrain, promoting convenient and efficient movement throughout the area. Dining options are abundant with approximately 30 restaurants and a variety of cafes situated nearby for diverse culinary experiences. Residents benefit from proximity to primary schools and grocery stores, simplifying daily needs. Housing choices are diverse, including large apartment buildings, townhouses, and single detached homes, with most residences built around 1986, offering a blend of modern and established options. Parking is readily available for convenience.

Beverly Heights is a great neighborhood for home buyers who enjoy both indoor and outdoor activities. Finding things to do in this part of Fort Lauderdale is very easy. Even though there are usually many people around, there are few nearby entertainment venues, and places to go out at night are well-spread throughout the neighborhood. There are a few parks close by for residents to discover and they are especially well-distributed, which makes them easy to access.

Highlights of Downtown

Parks, schools, dining, and what makes this neighborhood special

🌳 Huizenga Plaza

Located along Las Olas Boulevard, Huizenga Plaza is a popular urban park and green space that hosts frequent concerts, food festivals, and community events, making it a lively gathering spot for residents and downtown professionals alike.

🏫 Broward College Downtown Center

Anchoring the educational scene within downtown, Broward College’s Downtown Center offers higher education opportunities in the heart of the city and connects students to nearby office towers, cafes, and cultural venues, fueling the neighborhood's youthful energy.

🍽️ Las Olas Boulevard Restaurant District

Famed for its diverse array of bistros, upscale steakhouses, and stylish cafes, this walkable stretch along Las Olas Boulevard is a must-visit dining destination, drawing locals and visitors for day-to-night culinary adventures.

🛒 The Shops at Riverwalk

Nestled along the New River, The Shops at Riverwalk offers a unique downtown shopping experience, featuring boutique retail, art galleries, and waterside eateries all within steps of luxury condominiums and offices.

🚴 Riverwalk Fort Lauderdale

A scenic linear park stretching through downtown along the New River, the Riverwalk is a hub for cycling, jogging, and riverside strolls, providing a picturesque link between cultural attractions, parks, and marinas.

Downtown

This August in Downtown

Things to do, events, and what's happening this month

Sunday, August 2, 2026

Sunday Jazz Brunch

Esplanade Park (Riverwalk, Downtown Fort Lauderdale) • 11:00 AM–2:00 PM

This free outdoor concert series along the scenic Riverwalk allows downtown residents to enjoy live jazz on multiple stages while strolling nearby shops and restaurants—a relaxed, local weekend highlight.

Saturday, August 8, 2026

Studio 701 Open House

South Side Cultural Arts Center • 12:00 PM–3:00 PM

A family-friendly event in downtown offering arts and crafts, cooking demos, dance and karate exhibitions—perfect for residents looking to explore local culture and upcoming programs.

Friday, August 7, 2026

Lego Club

Main Library (Broward County Library), 100 South Andrews Avenue • 2:00 PM–3:00 PM

A creative, hands‑on activity right downtown where tweens, teens and families can build and problem‑solve together—a great literacy and playful learning opportunity nearby.

Tuesday & Friday, August 11–25, 2026

Open HeArt (mindful sketching)

South Side Cultural Arts Center • Tues & Fri 7:00 PM–8:30 PM

Evening art sessions combining sketching and sound provide downtown residents a calm, creative outlet mid‑week and weekend—great for winding down after work.

Tuesday, August 11–September 22, 2026

One Plate Self‑Care Social

South Side Cultural Arts Center • Tuesdays 5:00 PM–6:30 PM

A cooking‑focused wellness class downtown where adults can make comforting personal dishes and socialize—ideal for neighbors interested in cooking and community.

Saturday, August 27, 2026

Downtown Council Breakfast

Tower Club, One Financial Plaza, Downtown Fort Lauderdale • 7:30 AM–9:30 AM

A professional networking breakfast for downtown business and civic leaders—a good opportunity for locals to connect with the community and stay engaged with downtown developments.

From the Neighborhood

Stories, updates, and things to know in Downtown

Know Your Neighborhood

Local characteristics and demographics for Downtown

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