Arts in Fort Lauderdale
Upcoming arts events around Fort Lauderdale.
Tuesday, October 20
Wednesday, October 21
Thursday, October 22
Lost Art of Hand Quilting : Sponsored by the Friends of the Lauderdale Lakes Library
Quilting is the process of stitching together two or more layers of fabric to create an item.
Free
Friday, October 23
Story Telling with Clay
Storytelling with Clay Instructor: Leda Almar Friday, October 23, 2026 10:30-12:30 $110 members, $120 non-members Discover how to bring your ideas to life through clay in this hands-on workshop led by artist Leda Almar.
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Explore Watercolors & Pastels: Art, Connection & Relaxation: Unleash creativity in a welcoming community space.
Whether you're picking up a brush for the first time or refining your technique, this supportive environment is perfect for exploring your artistic side.
Free
30th Annual Wine, Spirits and Culinary Celebration
A Pearl Anniversary Celebration Honoring Legacy, Leadership and Decades of Inspiration Honoring Steve Halmos and Keith Koenig Friday, October 23, 2026 Join us for an unforgettable evening as MODS celebrates the 30th…
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Saturday, October 24
Art Talk: Art as Medicine: Lessons from the Gilded Age
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Dream, Create & Test Weekends in October
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Sunday, October 25
FREE Fort Lauderdale Neighbor Day
Sunday, October 25, 2026, Noon – 5 pm Every LAST Sunday of every month, Fort Lauderdale residents receive FREE admission to NSU Art Museum as part of Fort Lauderdale Neighbor Days.
Free
Dream, Create & Test Weekends in October
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Monday, October 26
Pumpkin Book: Upcycling Art Class
Registration is necessary. Second floor, room 230. 4 sessions to complete the project.
Free
Craft and Chat
Free
Family Movie Night & Craft: 2nd Floor - Active Learning Center
Dracula's plans to host a monsters-only celebration for his daughter Mavis' birthday are complicated when an ordinary human unwittingly checks in at the luxurious Hotel Transylvania and falls for Drac's daughter.
Free
Cozy Craft Club: Book Pumpkins: Hosted by Miramar Branch Library
Join Miramar Library's Cozy Craft Club! Meeting dates are every 4th Monday of the month, 5:30-7:00pm.
Free
Tuesday, October 27
Wednesday, October 28
Clay Donut Art Class with Artist Elsa Zarduz
Artist Elsa Zarduz will guide participants step-by-step through shaping, coloring, and embellishing clay creations inspired by the holiday.
Free
Family Friendly Spooky Movie Night: and craft
Join us for a family-friendly spooky movie night, just in time for Halloween!
Free
Thursday, October 29
Create Your Crown Adult Craft
Adults only. Please arrive promptly. Please bring your own hat; hats will not be provided.
Free
Beaux Arts Presents: Stardust & Spurs
Step into an unforgettable evening where celestial glamour meets Western Flair.
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Friday, October 30
Explore Watercolors & Pastels: Art, Connection & Relaxation: Unleash creativity in a welcoming community space.
Whether you're picking up a brush for the first time or refining your technique, this supportive environment is perfect for exploring your artistic side.
Free
Saturday, October 31
Dream, Create & Test Weekends in October
Price: see link
Spooktacular Science
October 31 (Halloween) • 10 a.m. – 5 p.m. Calling all ghouls and goblins!
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Bad Art Night: Intergenerational Fun Social Club!
Come have fun and meet new people making bad and intentionally “ugly” or quirky art!
Free
Sunday, November 1
MODS Exhibit : Museum of Discovery and Science (MODS) Character Corners
Broward County Libraries regional and flagship locations will host Museum of Discovery and Science (MODS) Character Corners, and Book Nooks.
Free
Monday, November 2
Craft and Chat
Free
Tuesday, November 3
Teen DIY Craft: Fall Gnome: For ages 10 - 18. Registration is required.
Registration is required for each participant and is intended for ages 10 - 18 .
Free
Wednesday, November 4
Get Crafty : November Craft: Still Life Harvest Watercolor Painting
Join us for an evening to adult crafting and creativity! *Registration is required for this class.
Free
Thursday, November 5
The Recycled Arts: Every Diamond starts off as a lump of coal.
Mark your calendar for the First Thursday of the month to attend this new DB Percy White Arts & Crafts program.
Free
Friday, November 6
Saturday, November 7
Nature Detectives Weekends in November and December
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Museums on Us
Complimentary Admission for Card Holders and Employees Bank of America, Merrill Lynch and U.S.
Free
Craft and Conversation: Craft Club for Adults
Enjoy DIY, crafting, or other artistic endeavors? This is the place for you!
Free
Sunday, November 8
Nature Detectives Weekends in November and December
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Monday, November 9
Bad Art Club
Free
Craft and Chat
Free
Tuesday, November 10
Craft and Connect : Creating , Connecting, and Making Memories Together
Join us for Craft and Connect, where adults and seniors can explore their creativity, socialize, and enjoy making something special in a welcoming and friendly environment.
Free
Watercolor Painting Class: With Christine Landis
Local artist, Christine Landis, will lead you through a watercolor painting.
Free
Wednesday, November 11
Veterans Day Discount
Celebrate Veterans Day with the Gift of Art & Culture Wednesday, November 11 | 11:00 AM – 4:00 PM Bonnet House Museum & Gardens is honoring Veterans this Veterans Day with complimentary admission to explore the…
Free
Picture Books & Picassos : with Young at Art
Pre-registration is recommended for each child attending this program.
Free
Thursday, November 12
Sensory/Art + Play for Pre-Schoolers: With Parent or Caregver
Join us for music, bubbles, finger paints, puzzles & more!
Free
Rubber Stamping for the Winter Holidays: Adult craft program
All supplies will be provided. We are using rubber stamps, pigment ink, embossing powder and other embellishments to create stunning winter Holiday cards.
Free
Fine Art Series : Presented by the NSU Art Museum Fort Lauderdale
Registration is required. This series is presented by the Docent Speakers' Bureau of the Nova Southeastern University Art Museum Fort Lauderdale.
Free
Tiny Art Show: Teen Program
Join us in capturing a moment of thankfulness. Teens will decorate tiny picture frames to depict moments of joy.
Free
Mandala Art: Explore, Create, Meditate: with Monica
Unlock your creativity and discover the magic of mandalas in this enriching art program!
Free
Friday, November 13
Discover the Portrait in Clay
Discover the Portrait in Clay: A One-Day Sculpture Workshop Instructor: Leda Lamar Friday, November 13 9:00 am – 3:30 pm Head & Torso Sculpture Explore the basic proportions and anatomy of the human head while…
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Diamond Art Refrigerator Magnet: Adults: Decorate an Autumn Leaf!
Enjoy a relaxing craft! Diamond dot craft, also known as diamond painting or diamond art, is a popular hobby that combines elements of paint-by-numbers and cross-stitch.
Free
Saturday, November 14
Nature Detectives Weekends in November and December
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Creativity Exploration: Sculptural Selves
Explore transformation, identity, and the many possibilities of becoming through sculpture.
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The Art of Photography: Discussion and Review : Led by Photographer Judy M. King
5th Floor Northwest Conference Room
Free
Children's Painting Class with Christine Landis: Ages 8 and up
Kids will learn basic watercolor painting techniques with step-by-step instructions to help them create a fun watercolor painting.
Free
Urs Fischer Art Talk
Saturday, November 14, 2026 3 – 4 pm Free for NSU Art Museum Members Free for Children 17 and Under $16.00 General Admission $10.00 Senior (65+) Check back soon for additional details.
Free
Member Reception: Frozen Gestures
Saturday, November 14, 2026 4 – 6 pm Free for NSU Art Museum Members Check back soon for additional details and RSVP link.
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Sunday, November 15
Nature Detectives Weekends in November and December
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Monday, November 16
Craft and Chat
Free
Tuesday, November 17
Wednesday, November 18
High-Five a Librarian Day: Show us your card and get a sticker!
In celebration of High-Five a Librarian Day, come into the Dania Beach Library, show any staff your library card and get a High-Five sticker while supplies last!
Free
FRIENDS Presents: Day Trip to WMODA
Join us for a docent-led tour of contemporary art, followed by lunch on-site.
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Bonnet House Fine Artist Opening Reception
Register Here Step into a vibrant celebration of local creativity in the Gallery’s middle room, where the Bonnet House Fine Artists’ Exhibits showcase a rotating collection of works by talented regional artists.
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Thursday, November 19
Take 'N Make: Take a kit and make a craft at home
Pompano Beach Branch Take 'N Make kits are available at the Front Desk on the First Floor while supplies last.
Free
Fall Leaves Tissue Craft: Celebrating the Spirit and colors of Autumn
The event is designed to bring the whole family together for an evening of fun and creativity and community engagement.
Free
Friday, November 20
Saturday, November 21
Nature Detectives Weekends in November and December
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Art Gallery 21: Gold Coast Watercolor Society
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Downtown Hollywood ArtWalk
Visit galleries and shops in Downtown Hollywood while enjoying art, cultural entertainment, live music, murals and more!
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Sunday, November 22
Nature Detectives Weekends in November and December
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Monday, November 23
Celebrate America's 250 Birthday - Patriotic Art, ages 5+ : Get crafty with Young at Art Museum
A service of Broward County Board of County Commissioners.
Free
Craft and Chat
Free
Family Movie Night & Craft: 2nd Floor - Active Learning Center
After a shipwreck, an intelligent robot called Roz is stranded on an uninhabited island.
Free
Tuesday, November 24
Hand paint/hand print Turkey Craft: Create your own masterpiece hand paint Turkey
The program is designed to spark creativity, develop motor skills, and create adorable keepsakes.
Free
Wednesday, November 25
Friday, November 27
Art Gallery 21: Gold Coast Watercolor Society
Price: see link
Saturday, November 28
Nature Detectives Weekends in November and December
Price: see link
Bad Art Night: Intergenerational Fun Social Club!
Come have fun and meet new people making bad and intentionally “ugly” or quirky art!
Free
Art Gallery 21: Gold Coast Watercolor Society
Price: see link
Sunday, November 29
FREE Fort Lauderdale Neighbor Day
Sunday, November 29, 2026, Noon – 5 pm Every LAST Sunday of every month, Fort Lauderdale residents receive FREE admission to NSU Art Museum as part of Fort Lauderdale Neighbor Days.
Free
Nature Detectives Weekends in November and December
Price: see link
Monday, November 30
Craft and Chat
Free
Tuesday, December 1
MODS Exhibit: Museum of Discovery and Science (MODS) Character Corners
Broward County Libraries regional and flagship locations will host Museum of Discovery and Science (MODS) Character Corners, and Book Nooks.
Free
Wednesday, December 2
Community Craft Night: @ the Creation Station
Pick up a craft like crochet, collage, zine-making, drawing, painting, beading, bracelet making, or other creative activities!
Free
Thursday, December 3
The Recycled Arts: Every Diamond starts off as a lump of coal.
Turn your clutter into a work of art! Mark your calendar for the First Thursday of the month to attend this new DB Percy White Arts & Crafts program.
Free
Friday, December 4
Art Gallery 21: Gold Coast Watercolor Society
Price: see link
Saturday, December 5
Nature Detectives Weekends in November and December
Price: see link
Holiday Vendor Craft Sale: Hosted by Miramar Branch Library
Just in time for the holidays. Come visit our local vendor craft sale in the Miramar Lobby.
Free
Craft and Conversation: Craft Club for Adults
Enjoy DIY, crafting, or other artistic endeavors? This is the place for you!
Free
Cozy Craft Club: Book Bedazzling: Hosted by Miramar Branch Library
Give yourself the gift of glitter and bedazzle a book at the library.
Free
Holiday Moments Concert with Emily and Patrice: Concert and Craft for All Ages
Emily Isabel Kennedy is a South Florida-based trumpeter, composer, and 2023 Nova Southeastern University music graduate.
Free
Art Gallery 21: Gold Coast Watercolor Society
Price: see link
Sunday, December 6
Nature Detectives Weekends in November and December
Price: see link
Monday, December 7
Upcycling Jewelry - Three Sessions: Upcycling Art Class
Limited seating, registration for the 3 sessions is required since this program requires materials and tools per person and time to learn various techniques of paper beading and jewelry making.
Free
Craft and Chat
Free
Tuesday, December 8
Preschool Story Time: Holiday Take & Make: Many countries, many stories through music, arts and crafts.
The program is designed to help children appreciate and celebrate the holiday spirit through songs, music and craft activities.
Free
Storytime at Dania Beach Library: Join us for singing, stories & crafts every Tuesday morning!
It's the holiday season and we'll be telling seasonal stories and we will continue to explore the alphabet one letter per week.
Free
Watercolor Painting Class: With Christine Landis
Local artist, Christine Landis, will lead you through a watercolor painting.
Free
Wednesday, December 9
Special Event at Broward Mall | Picture Books & Picassos : with Young at Art
Pre-registration is recommended for each child attending this program.
Free
Thursday, December 10
Take 'N Make: Take a kit and make a craft at home
Pompano Beach Branch Take 'N Make kits are available at the Front Desk on the First Floor while supplies last.
Free
Sensory/Art + Play for Pre-Schoolers: With Parent or Caregver
Join us for music, bubbles, finger paints, puzzles & more!
Free
Mandala Art: Explore, Create, Meditate: with Monica
Unlock your creativity and discover the magic of mandalas in this enriching art program!
Free
Friday, December 11
Art Gallery 21: Gold Coast Watercolor Society
Price: see link
Saturday, December 12
Nature Detectives Weekends in November and December
Price: see link
Craftapalooza: Crafting Creativity, Connecting Community: An Arts-and-Crafts Program
Craftapalooza: Crafting Creativity, Connecting Community arrives at Broward County Main Library on Saturday, December 12, 2026 , from 12:00 PM to 3:00 PM , activating the first and second floors of the library into a…
Free
Pressed Flower Wooden Ornament Craft Workshop
Come craft something beautiful with us this holiday season!
Free
Creativity Exploration: Miniature Magic
Discover the magic of miniature worlds by creating your own tiny, fantastical landscape.
Price: see link
Children's Painting Class with Christine Landis: Ages 8 and up
Kids will learn basic watercolor painting techniques with step-by-step instructions to help them create a fun watercolor painting.
Free
Art Gallery 21: Gold Coast Watercolor Society
Price: see link
Sunday, December 13
Nature Detectives Weekends in November and December
Price: see link
Monday, December 14
Bad Art Club
No expectation of greatness! Join us the second Monday of the month for a relaxing hour of Bad Art.
Free
Upcycling Jewelry - Three Sessions: Upcycling Art Class
Limited seating, registration for the 3 sessions is required since this program requires materials and tools per person and time to learn various techniques of paper beading and jewelry making.
Free
Craft and Chat
Free
Tuesday, December 15
Storytime at Dania Beach Library: Join us for singing, stories & crafts every Tuesday morning!
It's the holiday season and we'll be telling seasonal stories and we will continue to explore the alphabet one letter per week.
Free
Wednesday, December 16
Kid Craft and Holiday Movie
The program will feature the classic cartoon: How the Grinch Stole Christmas!
Free
Thursday, December 17
ZERO Waste: From Scraps to Treasure: Using Fabric Scraps to make Holiday Crafts and Ornaments.
This exciting program is designed to bring people together for crafting, fun and laughter creativity on display.
Free
Friday, December 18
Winter Crafternoon: Join us for a Winter Craft Day in the Creation Station
Please register so we can prepare accordingly, but you may join at any point in the program's time.
Free
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