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Free entry for Riverwalk International Food Festival

Nibble on fare representing different regions of the world at Riverwalk International Food Festival in Fort Lauderdale.

Riverwalk International Food Festival in 2023 is 12 p.m. – 4 p.m. March 25 at Esplanade Park on the scenic Riverwalk promenade along The New River.  Entry is free. Food and drinks from food trucks and regional restaurants are available for purchase. Food vendors are requested to price at least one item at $5.

A wine and beer beverage package offers 5 drinks for $25 at the event. Online the fee is $27.24.

The event offers art and artisan vendors, activities, and dancing.  Entertainment is provided by a DJ.

Esplanade Park is at 400 SW Second Street, Fort Lauderdale 33312.

Parking is usually about $3 an hour.

Photo/Riverwalk Fort Lauderdale

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