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Free Friday Night Sound Waves in Fort Lauderdale

With the surf and ocean air offering delightful ambience, Friday Night Sound Waves and other shows offer free live entertainment at Las Olas Oceanside Park in Fort Lauderdale.

Usually artisan vendors are featured at the Sound Waves events. 

Sound Waves and Other Live Performances in 2023 include

4 p.m. – 5:30 p.m. April 29 Navy Band Southeast

6:30 p.m.  – 9:30 p.m. May 5 Extasy

6:30 p.m. – 9:30 p.m. May 12 Pure Heart & Mr. Nice Guy

6:30 p.m. – 9:30 p.m. May 19 Hot Brass

6:30 p.m. – 9:30 p.m. May 26 Private Stock

 

Photos/Las Olas Oceanside Park

Venue & Parking information

Las Olas Oceanside Park is at  3000 E. Las Olas Blvd., Fort Lauderdale 33316

Parking is offered at lots and at Las Olas Beach Parking Garage, 200 Las Olas Circle, Fort Lauderdale 33316. Parking fees at the garage are usually $4 an hour.

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