Hotspots! is proud to present Hotspots! Events, an array of social and cultural events appealing to the LGBTQIA community throughout Greater Fort Lauderdale.
Our events range from monthly recurring engagements to our annual affairs and pride celebrations.
Check out all our fun and exciting events below.
OUR LATEST EVENTS
Stonewall Pride Parade & Street Festival
Saturday, June 17, 2023 | 3-11 pm
Stonewall Pride celebrates the historic Stonewall Riots and the start of the LGBT+ human rights movement. The event features a street festival with music and vendors followed by a parade. More details coming soon!
Pride Skate Night
1st Wednesday of Every Month | 7-10 pm
Xtreme Action Park
5300 Powerline Dr., Fort Lauderdale, FL
It’s a Family and Friends type of night. Pride skate accepts everyone! Live DJ, Food and drinks, let’s not forget skating and Xtreme FUN. See you there!
Art Gallery Opening Reception
1st Saturday of Every Month | 6 – 9 pm
2401 N. Dixie Hwy., Wilton Manors, FL 33305
Hotspots! Happening Out presents the Hotspots! Happening Out Art Gallery with Dennis Dean, an innovative art gallery highlighting a revolving display of artwork and talent each month with Director/Curator Dennis Dean, who is also South Florida’s prominent photographer and Hotspots Magazine’s resident cover photographer.
Art Walk Wilton Manors
April 15, 2023 | 6 – 9 pm
Wilton Drive
Art Walk brings area artists and craftspeople together with the Wilton Manors community on the sidewalks of beautiful Wilton Drive from 21st Court to 11th Avenue.
Artists Showcase
3rd Sunday of Every Month | 5 – 8 pm
2401 N. Dixie Hwy., Wilton Manors, FL 33305
Hotspots! Happening Out presents the Hotspots! Happening Out Art Gallery with Dennis Dean, an innovative art gallery highlighting a revolving display of artwork and talent each month with Director/Curator Dennis Dean, who is also South Florida’s prominent photographer and Hotspots Magazine’s resident cover photographer.
PrideFete: An LGBTQ+ Caribbean Festival
August 12, 2023 | 6-11 pm
PrideFête celebrates the music, food, and spirit of the Caribbean culture in the beautiful town of Wilton Manors, Florida, an affirming and safe space for the LGBTQ+ community and their allies.
Taste of The Island
November 2023
Richardson Historic Park & Nature Preserve
Taste of the Island is an evening of food and libation featuring local elite food and beverage establishments highlighting their culinary and beverage specialties at Wilton Manors’ acclaimed outdoor tasting event.
The Cookout: Black History Month
Saturday, February 4, 2024 | 1-6 pm
Hotspots! Happening Out celebrates black culture with an annual Black History Month Field Day Fundraiser every February. All proceeds go to a worthy organization that provide services in the advancement of Black and Brown LGBTQ+ people.
Pride on The Drive
Coming February 2024
Wilton Drive comes alive in celebration of Pride Fort Lauderdale. Enjoy the different activities happening in the Shoppes of Wilton Manors (Alibi’s and Hunter’s Parking lot) and throughout other areas on The Drive.