Free live Jazz Brunch on Fort Lauderdale Riverwalk

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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