Popular Jazz Brunch events offer an afternoon of free outdoor entertainment along scenic Riverwalk in Fort Lauderdale.
The events are usually 11 a.m. – 2 p.m. on first Sundays, with performers at different points along Riverwalk and Esplanade Park, 400 SW 2nd Street, Fort Lauderdale.
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Jazz Brunch
If you'd like, bring your own picnic or buy food from area restaurants and vendors. Feel free to bring portable seats or blankets. Leashed pets are permitted.

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Here is the schedule of performances for the rest of 2025
September 7
Esplanade Stage: Mike Norris Jazz Orchestra
Connie Hoffman Gazebo: S.O.U.L
Peck Courtyard: Jazz Survivors
October 5
Esplanade Stage: Davis & Dow
Connie Hoffman Gazebo:Wes Anthony
Peck Courtyard: Tommy Nehls Quartet
November 2
Esplanade Stage: William Kooly Scott Band
Connie Hoffman Gazebo: Gold Coast Jazz Quartet
Peck Courtyard: RagTymz
December 7
Esplanade Stage: Valerie Tyson Band
Connie Hoffman Gazebo: Jackson Bunn Group
Peck Courtyard: Alyssa Swan
Parking rates vary, usually from about $3 an hour to $25 a day. Parking fees & information is on the Fort Lauderdale website.
For information, call 954-828-5363 or log into the website. The website usually features information on which artists are performing for each event.
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Fort Lauderdale Riverwalk
One River Plaza, 305 S Andrews Ave
Fort Lauderdale, FL 33301
(954) 468-1541