For Immediate Release
Media Contact: Judy Erickson
(954) 924-2980, (954) 214-2456
Beach Broadwalk Shines Light on Holiday Festivities
WHAT: The spotlight will be on the beautiful, newly renovated Hollywood Beach Broadwalk beginning Saturday, December 2nd when the annual Candy Cane Parade ushers in a season of holiday festivities on the beach, including decorative displays, free concerts, caroling, kids’ crafts and more.
Beach businesses will join in the spirit of the season as they compete in the “Best Decorated Beach Business” contest sponsored by the Hollywood Beach Business Association. The dazzling holiday spectacle is sure to complement the Broadwalk makeover.
Everyone can take part in the holiday celebration on Dec. 8 and 22 when a popular community caroling tradition sponsored by the HBBA is revived at Broadwalk Friday Fest, presented by the Beach District of the Hollywood Community Redevelopment Agency (CRA). The musical procession will begin at 7 p.m. at Oceans Eleven, 3111 N. Surf Rd., travel south on the Broadwalk to the Oceanwalk Mall, then back to the Hollywood Beach Theater.
WHERE: Hollywood Beach Broadwalk, east of State Road A1A at Johnson Street
From the north: Take the Sheridan Street exit off Interstate 95 and head east. Turn right at State Road A1A/North Ocean Drive. Turn left at Johnson Street.
From the south: Take the Hollywood Boulevard exit off I-95 or Florida’s Turnpike and head east. Go north on State Road A1A/South Ocean Drive. Turn right at Johnson Street.
WHEN: A full schedule of holiday events throughout the month of December will include:
Saturday, Dec. 2 – Hollywood Beach Candy Cane Parade
Friday, Dec. 8 – Holidays at Broadwalk Friday Fest
Sunday, Dec. 17 – “Holiday Pops on the Beach” concert
Friday, Dec. 22 – Holidays at Broadwalk Friday Fest
Saturday, Dec. 30 & Sunday, Dec. 31 – Ocean Dance 2006
WHO: All ages will enjoy family-fun entertainment presented by the Beach District of the Hollywood Community Redevelopment Agency and Hollywood Parks, Recreation & Cultural Arts.
HOW: There is no charge for admission to holiday festivities on Hollywood Beach. Paid parking is available at the Johnson Street municipal garage and surface lots at Michigan and Garfield streets, and at the Oceanwalk Mall next to the Ramada Inn Hollywood Beach Resort at Hollywood Boulevard.
Enjoy a variety of holiday events on the picturesque, pedestrian-friendly Broadwalk, then savor waterfront dining at its best along the ocean or Intracoastal Waterway. Look for special offers and promotions at beach-area restaurants and shops in the free Hollywood Beach Holiday Value Book that will be distributed at holiday festivities in December.
Make a night of it, or stay a week or so and celebrate the holiday season South Florida-style. With its enviable climate, charming ambiance and quality accommodations that include luxury resorts, boutique hotels and Superior Small Lodgings, there's no place like Hollywood Beach for the holidays.
For more information, call the CRA Beach District at (954) 924-2980 or visit www.hollywoodbeachcra.org.
Mark Your Calendar for Free Holiday Festivities on Hollywood Beach:
Candy Cane Parade – 7 p.m. Sat., Dec 2 – along the auto-free Broadwalk
Hollywood’s time-honored tradition kicks off the holiday season in a festive way. The award-winning procession will feature marching bands, costumed characters and lighted floats depicting the “Nautical Nutcracker” theme. Presented by Hollywood Parks, Recreation & Cultural Arts. Call (954) 921-3404.
Holidays at Broadwalk Friday Fest – 7 to 10 p.m. Dec. 8 – Hollywood Beach Theater at Johnson Street
- 14th Annual Gift of Dance presented by the Arts Academy of Hollywood stars a cast of dozens of costumed children and adults celebrating the holidays with song and dance, including Christmas, Hanukkah and Kwanzaa selections, traditional Nutcracker variations and an international holiday sing-along (7:30-8:30 p.m.)
- Variety DJ from Rhythm City Productions spins favorite tunes for all ages (8:30-10 p.m.)
- Community caroling down the Broadwalk (7 p.m. at Oceans Eleven, 3111 N. Surf Rd.)
- Holiday cookie-decorating and coloring activities for kids (7 & 9 p.m.)
Presented by the CRA Beach District. Call (954) 924-2980 or visit www.hollywoodbeachcra.org.
“Holiday Pops on the Beach” – 7 p.m. Sun., Dec. 17 – Hollywood Beach Theater at Johnson Street
A special evening of surf, sand and the symphony is in store with a performance by the Hollywood Philharmonic Orchestra, featuring musical selections certain to put concert-goers in the holiday spirit.
Presented by the CRA Beach District. Call the Hollywood Philharmonic at (954) 983-6077.
Holidays at Broadwalk Friday Fest – 7 to 10 p.m. Fri., Dec. 22 – Hollywood Beach Theater at Johnson Street
- Performing Arts Productions presents “Music of the Season” vocal ensemble with keyboard accompaniment (7 & 8:30 p.m.)
- Miami Pan Symphony, an award-winning steel-drum youth orchestra, performs Caribbean and holiday selections (7:45 & 9:15 p.m.)
- Community caroling down the Broadwalk (7 p.m. at Oceans Eleven, 3111 N. Surf Rd.)
- Holiday cookie-decorating and ornament-making activities for kids (7 & 9 p.m.)
Presented by the CRA Beach District. Call (954) 924-2980 or visit www.hollywoodbeachcra.org.
Ocean Dance – 8 to 10 p.m. Sat., Dec. 30 & 9 p.m. to midnight Sun., Dec. 31 on the beach
This annual cultural showcase features the Philadelphia Dance Company (Philadanco) on a seaside stage. While there is no charge for general admission, VIP seating also is available.
Presented by the Art & Culture Center of Hollywood. Call (954) 924-8175.