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Bakey's babka in Hallandale Beach lives up to the hype

Food and Drink

When a cafe dedicated to babka opened in South Florida, I knew I had to try it.Why it matters: For the uninitiated, babka, a popular Jewish dessert, is a crossover between a coffee cake and bread.

I tried Roll & Dough's viral cinnamon rolls

I wanted to what these rolls were all about after the bakery's viral delivery mixup last week.

After <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="bakery Roll &amp; Dough" data-vars-click-url="https://www.axios.com/local/hollywood/2026/08/28/uber-driver-border-patrol-bakery-cinnamon-rolls-theft" data-vars-content-id="4bfcd17e-c15d-4e29-a347-5725bca3e086" data-vars-headline="I tried Roll &amp; Dough&#x27;s viral cinnamon rolls" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.axios.com/local/hollywood/2026/08/28/uber-driver-border-patrol-bakery-cinnamon-rolls-theft" target="_self">bakery Roll &amp; Dough</a> became the talk of the town last week, I wanted to see what these cinnamon rolls were all about. Catch up quick: The popular bakery, founded by Florida International University student Julie Pierre, went viral last week over an alleged cinnamon roll theft.

Common Room opens in downtown Hollywood

Guests can expected modern twists of American classics.

Common Room, a modern American restaurant serving elevated comfort food, has officially opened in <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="downtown Hollywood" data-vars-click-url="https://www.axios.com/local/hollywood/2026/07/14/downtown-hollywood-businesses-struggle-development" data-vars-content-id="e9ed2994-14c2-44f6-b6d2-86d27d3b0d7e" data-vars-headline="Common Room opens in downtown Hollywood" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.axios.com/local/hollywood/2026/07/14/downtown-hollywood-businesses-struggle-development" target="_self">downtown Hollywood</a> near Young Circle.Why it matters: It&#x27;s the newest concept by BOL Hospitality Group that will serve as a neighborhood anchor in downtown.

Q&A: Why a Hollywood chef is offering nude dining

Spots filled up quickly for the first nude dinner on July 6.

Chef Maurad Ali says CLASS Soirée Steakhouse needs to continue to be &quot;remarkable&quot; to survive. <ul><li>His strategy? A monthly nude dinner. </li></ul>State of play: The nearly 8-year-old <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="Hollywood" data-vars-click-url="https://www.axios.com/local/hollywood" data-vars-content-id="bfda779e-c1d8-4c82-9ecc-640cb18c91e3" data-vars-headline="Q&amp;A: Why a Hollywood chef is offering nude dining" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.axios.com/local/hollywood" target="_self">Hollywood</a> restaurant&#x27;s first nude, five-course dinner at the new CLASS Lounge sold out just a day after it was announced.

Fort Lauderdale

Where to watch the World Cup in Broward

Many Broward spots are airing every tournament match with food and drink specials.

Sports

If World Cup tickets are out of your price range (unfortunately, that includes many of us) or you simply want to avoid the Hard Rock Stadium crowd, you can still participate in the fun at numerous watch parties around town.Here&#x27;s a list of events and places in Broward County to have on your radar:

Here's who's running for Hollywood's Broward Commission seat

Four candidates are vying for the District 6 seat.

Election

Many Hollywood residents will elect their next Broward County commissioner in the August <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="election" data-vars-click-url="https://www.axios.com/local/hollywood/2026/06/10/what-to-know-about-hollywood-election-deadlines" data-vars-content-id="278f2667-43f6-49f0-adc0-9fa9de18e957" data-vars-headline="Here&#x27;s who&#x27;s running for Hollywood&#x27;s Broward Commission seat" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.axios.com/local/hollywood/2026/06/10/what-to-know-about-hollywood-election-deadlines" target="_self">election</a>. Why it matters: District 6 is the only open seat on the county commission and incumbent Commissioner Beam Furr is term-limited. <ul><li>The race is open to all voters in the district as there isn&#x27;t a Republican candidate. </li></ul>

What property tax cut could cost Hollywood

The city could institute park fees to make up for the loss in revenue.

News

The proposed <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="property tax amendment" data-vars-click-url="https://www.axios.com/local/tampa-bay/2026/06/02/florida-puts-property-tax-overhaul-on-ballot-as-local-officials-sound-alarm" data-vars-content-id="c213aaba-7bda-476e-922c-9d586946604a" data-vars-headline="What property tax cut could cost Hollywood" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.axios.com/local/tampa-bay/2026/06/02/florida-puts-property-tax-overhaul-on-ballot-as-local-officials-sound-alarm" target="_self">property tax amendment</a> could cost the City of Hollywood more than $43 million in the first two years, deputy city manager Adam Reichbach told the city commission this month.Why it matters: Property taxes account for nearly half of the city&#x27;s general fund, so residents could lose some services and programs.

What to know about Hollywood election deadlines

City Commission seats 1, 3 and 5 are on the ballot this November.

With just months to go until the November election, the field of candidates for Hollywood&#x27;s City Commission will be set this week.Why it matters: Friday&#x27;s qualifying deadline will determine who will appear on the ballot in November for races in Districts 1, 3 and 5.

Miami

Scoop: How a 2014 election delay could give Broward's mayor an extra term

The county attorney says Bogen can seek another term due to a delayed start to his first term.

A less-than-two-month delay in taking office when he was first elected in 2014 could land <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="Broward" data-vars-click-url="https://www.axios.com/local/miami/2025/08/20/miami-2026-federal-tax-cuts-trump-savings" data-vars-content-id="eedfd518-8220-4e1e-9134-c4667f88b68b" data-vars-headline="Scoop: How a 2014 election delay could give Broward&#x27;s mayor an extra term" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.axios.com/local/miami/2025/08/20/miami-2026-federal-tax-cuts-trump-savings" target="_self">Broward</a> Mayor Mark Bogen a fourth, four-year term on the county commission, despite term limits.Why it matters: Bogen&#x27;s candidacy, which is currently unopposed, could trigger legal challenges and test the county&#x27;s interpretation of its charter, which limits commissioners to three consecutive four-year terms.

Downtown Hollywood shows signs of growth amid development wave

Vacancies are dropping and more businesses are coming to downtown Hollywood, a new report shows.

People are filling up Hollywood&#x27;s new apartments and visiting <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="downtown" data-vars-click-url="https://www.axios.com/local/hollywood/2026/07/14/downtown-hollywood-businesses-struggle-development" data-vars-content-id="ec676c46-c330-4cfb-9bbb-5a4d66b4d0bc" data-vars-headline="Downtown Hollywood shows signs of growth amid development wave" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.axios.com/local/hollywood/2026/07/14/downtown-hollywood-businesses-struggle-development" target="_self">downtown</a>, according to a <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="new city report" data-vars-click-url="https://choosehollywoodfl.com/#docaccess-0ebe132b1e38a5a58e965bc9e5554d91" data-vars-content-id="ec676c46-c330-4cfb-9bbb-5a4d66b4d0bc" data-vars-headline="Downtown Hollywood shows signs of growth amid development wave" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://choosehollywoodfl.com/#docaccess-0ebe132b1e38a5a58e965bc9e5554d91" target="_blank">new city report</a>. Why it matters: The wave of development surrounding downtown may be starting to pay off.

Hollywood weighs relaxing height limits along beach

The Hollywood Beach resort area could see buildings reach 340 feet.

Development

Hollywood&#x27;s planning board will consider a proposal on Tuesday that would ease density and height restrictions on parts of Hollywood Beach.Why it matters: While the proposal aims to spur investment and fund new public benefits, some residents fear it could change the character of Hollywood Beach and lead to more <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="high-rise development" data-vars-click-url="https://www.axios.com/local/hollywood/2026/07/28/related-group-1301-hollywood-live-local-development" data-vars-content-id="6bb611b5-4d03-4006-b815-540ed37702f8" data-vars-headline="Hollywood weighs relaxing height limits along beach" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.axios.com/local/hollywood/2026/07/28/related-group-1301-hollywood-live-local-development" target="_self">high-rise development</a>.

1301 development team pushes back on resident criticism

The developer is hosting public meetings to meet with skeptical residents.

The developer of the controversial <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="Portofino Hollywood project" data-vars-click-url="https://www.axios.com/local/hollywood/2026/06/10/1301-project-hollywood-development-roundup" data-vars-content-id="7c62632d-366f-47a5-b9ee-ef81391171cd" data-vars-headline="1301 development team pushes back on resident criticism" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.axios.com/local/hollywood/2026/06/10/1301-project-hollywood-development-roundup" target="_self">Portofino Hollywood project</a>, better known as 1301, is meeting with residents to address what it says is widespread misinformation about the project. Why it matters: Related Group&#x27;s project has divided Hollywood, with many residents afraid the redevelopment of city-owned beachfront land will change the barrier island&#x27;s character and spur more high-rise development. Catch up quick: After zoning issues and resident criticism stalled the luxury condo for nearly five years, the Hollywood City Commission approved making 1301 a <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="Live Local" data-vars-click-url="https://www.axios.com/local/tampa-bay/2026/03/09/hillsborough-county-sues-state-over-live-local-act" data-vars-content-id="7c62632d-366f-47a5-b9ee-ef81391171cd" data-vars-headline="1301 development team pushes back on resident criticism" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.axios.com/local/tampa-bay/2026/03/09/hillsborough-county-sues-state-over-live-local-act" target="_self">Live Local</a> project under a 99-year lease.

1301 Project leads latest Hollywood development news

Hollywood's 1301 Project is the talk of the town.

Here&#x27;s the latest development news from in and around Hollywood:✅ The Hollywood Planning and Development Board approved the design and site plan of a new four-story, 27-unit project at 2323 Polk Street.

Hollywood Beach Golf Club is good bang for your buck

The modern redesign helps the course stand out among South Florida's public golf courses.

I&#x27;m embracing my retirement era just a few decades early by picking up golf. My latest round was at Hollywood Beach Golf Club, the city&#x27;s redesigned public course.Driving the news: The course, which first opened in 1924, reopened in April after a $13-million, two-year redesign by architect Richard Mandell.<ul><li>The renovation included a new clubhouse, upgraded turf and drainage systems, layout redesigns and new bunkers and greens. </li></ul>

Why Miami is the perfect final act for LeBron James

Miami is where James won his first NBA championship.

Sixteen years after &quot;<a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="The Decision" data-vars-click-url="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Afpgnb_9bA4" data-vars-content-id="857dbdb6-ead6-429b-9f2b-a20a8263f1bb" data-vars-headline="Why Miami is the perfect final act for LeBron James" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Afpgnb_9bA4" target="_blank">The Decision</a>&quot; brought <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="LeBron James" data-vars-click-url="https://www.axios.com/local/cleveland/2026/06/30/lebron-james-los-angeles-lakers" data-vars-content-id="857dbdb6-ead6-429b-9f2b-a20a8263f1bb" data-vars-headline="Why Miami is the perfect final act for LeBron James" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.axios.com/local/cleveland/2026/06/30/lebron-james-los-angeles-lakers" target="_self">LeBron James</a> to Miami, the world is again waiting to learn where he&#x27;ll take his talents next.State of play: The 41-year-old NBA legend has been linked to a handful of teams as possible destinations, including Golden State, Minnesota, Philadelphia and Miami.

World Cup takes over downtown Hollywood

The city is preparing for thousands of fans for the Portugal vs. Colombia watch party.

Downtown Hollywood will transform into a massive <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="World Cup party" data-vars-click-url="https://www.axios.com/local/fort-lauderdale/2026/06/10/world-cup-watch-parties-in-broward" data-vars-content-id="d15119d6-92a5-487b-81f9-c70e6591ac11" data-vars-headline="World Cup takes over downtown Hollywood" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.axios.com/local/fort-lauderdale/2026/06/10/world-cup-watch-parties-in-broward" target="_self">World Cup party</a> on Saturday night. Why it matters: The event is expected to draw thousands of people to downtown, a boost to local businesses struggling with a summer slowdown in foot traffic.

Panthers face key Bobrovsky decision as free agency looms

The Florida Panthers are entering an unfamiliar offseason.

The <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="Florida Panthers" data-vars-click-url="https://www.axios.com/local/miami/2025/10/08/florida-panthers-nhl-season-begins" data-vars-content-id="4f95bd96-fcab-43b5-9f6e-3529485b02c0" data-vars-headline="Panthers face key Bobrovsky decision as free agency looms" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.axios.com/local/miami/2025/10/08/florida-panthers-nhl-season-begins" target="_self">Florida Panthers</a> are entering an unfamiliar offseason after missing the playoffs for the first time in seven years. Why it matters: Florida must decide whether to re-sign veteran goaltender Sergei Bobrovsky before free agency opens July 1.

Hollywood residents say zoning changes threaten beach's character

"If the Hollywood Beach hotel, especially with Live Local, gets taller, that's it for the entirety of Hollywood Beach."

Hollywood residents are expected to pack City Hall on Tuesday night to oppose three proposals that could <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="reshape Hollywood Beach" data-vars-click-url="https://www.axios.com/local/hollywood/2026/07/28/related-group-1301-hollywood-live-local-development" data-vars-content-id="c2ebb6ec-af76-491f-9d85-746576eb8a39" data-vars-headline="Hollywood residents say zoning changes threaten beach&#x27;s character" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.axios.com/local/hollywood/2026/07/28/related-group-1301-hollywood-live-local-development" target="_self">reshape Hollywood Beach</a>.Why it matters: The city&#x27;s planning board could pave the way for more high-rise development, potentially changing the barrier island&#x27;s longtime character.

Miami Hurricanes begin another national championship chase

Ex-Duke quarterback Darian Mensah takes over a loaded Miami offense featuring stars Malachi Toney and Mark Fletcher.

The Miami Hurricanes&#x27; road back to the <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="national championship" data-vars-click-url="https://www.axios.com/local/columbus/2026/01/08/college-football-back-to-back-champions" data-vars-content-id="f4d3083c-8039-48cf-b2e0-90a3c8f2fcfe" data-vars-headline="Miami Hurricanes begin another national championship chase" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.axios.com/local/columbus/2026/01/08/college-football-back-to-back-champions" target="_self">national championship</a> begins Friday night. Why it matters: The excitement is real in Coral Gables, but the team must replace several key starters.

Home design show, concerts and more things to do this Labor Day weekend

Spend the long weekend with live music, car shows, markets and concerts.

Things to Do

It&#x27;s already Labor Day Weekend! Here&#x27;s how you can celebrate the long weekend:🍿 <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="ArtsPark Movie Night" data-vars-click-url="https://www.hollywoodfl.org/Calendar.aspx?EID=11987&amp;month=9&amp;year=2026&amp;day=2&amp;calType=0" data-vars-content-id="6f0d97c1-996f-4e59-9372-de9c38c7fafb" data-vars-headline="Home design show, concerts and more things to do this Labor Day weekend" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.hollywoodfl.org/Calendar.aspx?EID=11987&amp;month=9&amp;year=2026&amp;day=2&amp;calType=0" target="_blank">ArtsPark Movie Night</a>: Bring your blankets and chairs to watch &quot;Michael,&quot; on Friday night (8-10pm).

Hollywood police share license plate data with agencies nationwide

Police departments in states as far away as Washington and Nevada have access to the data.

Public Safety

The Hollywood Police Department shares its license plate reader data with 365 agencies across the country, <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="Miami New Times" data-vars-click-url="https://www.miaminewtimes.com/news/hollywood-police-share-license-plate-reader-data-with-hundreds-of-agencies-40577791/" data-vars-content-id="c74af7bb-1c7d-4083-9e92-fb48083a53aa" data-vars-headline="Hollywood police share license plate data with agencies nationwide" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.miaminewtimes.com/news/hollywood-police-share-license-plate-reader-data-with-hundreds-of-agencies-40577791/" target="_blank">Miami New Times</a> has found. Why it matters: It&#x27;s unclear how the data is being used.

Hollywood opens new $83 million police headquarters

The new facility replaces the old headquarters, which was built in 1974.

The Hollywood Police Department&#x27;s new headquarters is officially open for business. Why it matters: The modern, 100,000-square-foot glass facility can withstand a Category 5 storm, unlike the old headquarters, which was built in 1974.

Border Patrol detained Uber driver during cinnamon roll delivery

A bakery thought its Uber driver stole 350 cinnamon rolls. But he was actually detained during the ride.

Immigration

The Uber driver <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="accused of stealing 350 cinnamon rolls" data-vars-click-url="https://www.axios.com/local/hollywood/2026/08/24/south-florida-roll-and-dough-300-cinnamon-rolls-uber-driver-stole" data-vars-content-id="740e8441-4cf5-4f9d-89e6-737576776b6e" data-vars-headline="Border Patrol detained Uber driver during cinnamon roll delivery" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.axios.com/local/hollywood/2026/08/24/south-florida-roll-and-dough-300-cinnamon-rolls-uber-driver-stole" target="_self">accused of stealing 350 cinnamon rolls</a> he was delivering to the Yellow Green Farmers Market on Saturday was actually detained by U.S. Border Patrol during the delivery.Why it matters: Roll &amp; Dough&#x27;s video about the alleged cinnamon roll theft blew up online.<ul><li>The popular bakery had ordered the Uber to deliver the rolls for Saturday&#x27;s market.</li></ul>

Stakeholders discuss boater safety after woman's death off Dania Beach

Officials met with divers and local advocates to tackle boater and diver safety.

Water safety stakeholders from across the state gathered in Hollywood to discuss ways to <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="improve boat and diver safety" data-vars-click-url="https://www.axios.com/local/hollywood/2026/06/23/snorkeler-death-shore-diver-boat-safety" data-vars-content-id="696c1853-a361-4b08-8926-cd2ba3df4af0" data-vars-headline="Stakeholders discuss boater safety after woman&#x27;s death off Dania Beach" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.axios.com/local/hollywood/2026/06/23/snorkeler-death-shore-diver-boat-safety" target="_self">improve boat and diver safety</a>.Why it matters: Snorkelers and divers in South Florida want cities to push boats further offshore after 31-year-old Kellie Williams was hit and killed by a boat in June off Dania Beach.

South Florida bakery says Uber driver stole $3K in cinnamon rolls

Roll & Dough says its Uber driver took off with 300 cinnamon rolls he was supposed to deliver to the Yellow Green Farmers Market.

Editor&#x27;s note: Days after publication, U.S. Border Patrol confirmed that it had detained the Uber driver, preventing him from making his delivery. <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="Read more here" data-vars-click-url="https://www.axios.com/local/hollywood/2026/08/28/uber-driver-border-patrol-bakery-cinnamon-rolls-theft" data-vars-content-id="07504220-0207-43ab-9c85-e2de5bf18b43" data-vars-headline="South Florida bakery says Uber driver stole $3K in cinnamon rolls" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.axios.com/local/hollywood/2026/08/28/uber-driver-border-patrol-bakery-cinnamon-rolls-theft" target="_self">Read more here</a>.A popular <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="South Florida bakery" data-vars-click-url="https://www.axios.com/local/fort-lauderdale/2026/08/12/ophelia-bakery-huizenga-park-fort-lauderdale-coconut-grove" data-vars-content-id="07504220-0207-43ab-9c85-e2de5bf18b43" data-vars-headline="South Florida bakery says Uber driver stole $3K in cinnamon rolls" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.axios.com/local/fort-lauderdale/2026/08/12/ophelia-bakery-huizenga-park-fort-lauderdale-coconut-grove" target="_self">South Florida bakery</a> says an Uber driver stole more than $3,000 worth of its cinnamon rolls on Saturday. Why it matters: Founded by Florida International University students Julie Pierre and Jovan Mitchell in their apartment kitchen, Roll &amp; Dough and its Japanese milk-bread cinnamon rolls have become a viral sensation.

Key races to watch in Hollywood on primary night 

The District 6 county commission seat is one of the biggest local races in South Florida.

It&#x27;s primary Election Day in Broward County!Why it matters: Voters are heading to the polls to elect their next representatives at the federal, state and local levels.

Review: La Sosta's Italian sandwiches are the real deal

The Axios Miami and Hollywood crews were impressed by the high-quality sandos.

The Axios South Florida contingent recently got together for a little coworking session and lunch at La Sosta off Polk Street in Hollywood. <ul><li>We all love a good sandwich (<a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="especially Sommer" data-vars-click-url="https://www.axios.com/local/miami/2026/02/26/frankie-wallys-is-here-to-satisfy-your-deli-sandwich-cravings" data-vars-content-id="2e8c6eac-b7cc-4c7f-94ba-8dbb54c6ef60" data-vars-headline="Review: La Sosta&#x27;s Italian sandwiches are the real deal" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.axios.com/local/miami/2026/02/26/frankie-wallys-is-here-to-satisfy-your-deli-sandwich-cravings" target="_self">especially Sommer</a>), so La Sosta had been on our radar.</li></ul>

Hidden, invite-only speakeasy debuts in downtown Hollywood

The secret cocktail bar is tucked inside Common Room.

Your next date spot just opened in <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="downtown Hollywood" data-vars-click-url="https://www.axios.com/local/hollywood/2026/08/10/downtown-hollywood-development-apartments-vacancy-business" data-vars-content-id="a37726f7-56f5-41f1-86e9-114dfbb85495" data-vars-headline="Hidden, invite-only speakeasy debuts in downtown Hollywood" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.axios.com/local/hollywood/2026/08/10/downtown-hollywood-development-apartments-vacancy-business" target="_self">downtown Hollywood</a>.State of play: The Brooklyn Room is a new, invite-only cocktail bar hidden inside the restaurant <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="Common Room" data-vars-click-url="https://www.axios.com/local/hollywood/2026/07/20/common-room-downtown-hollywood-opens-comfort-food" data-vars-content-id="a37726f7-56f5-41f1-86e9-114dfbb85495" data-vars-headline="Hidden, invite-only speakeasy debuts in downtown Hollywood" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.axios.com/local/hollywood/2026/07/20/common-room-downtown-hollywood-opens-comfort-food" target="_self">Common Room</a> near Young Circle.

Hollywood weekend guide: music, pilates and markets

It&#x27;s almost the weekend, so it&#x27;s time to start planning. 📖 <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="Summer Storytime in the Park" data-vars-click-url="https://www.instagram.com/p/Db5wRP2moZl/" data-vars-content-id="95e838b2-19e5-4109-becf-07f3b5766ec4" data-vars-headline="Hollywood weekend guide: music, pilates and markets" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.instagram.com/p/Db5wRP2moZl/" target="_blank">Summer Storytime in the Park</a>: Grab a free book for your child.<ul><li>Friday, 6-7:30pm.</li></ul>🎶 <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="Starlight Musicals" data-vars-click-url="https://www.parks.fortlauderdale.gov/special-events/special-events/starlight-musicals" data-vars-content-id="95e838b2-19e5-4109-becf-07f3b5766ec4" data-vars-headline="Hollywood weekend guide: music, pilates and markets" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.parks.fortlauderdale.gov/special-events/special-events/starlight-musicals" target="_blank">Starlight Musicals</a>: Listen to the Shane Duncan Band at Holiday Park. <ul><li>Friday, 7-10pm.</li></ul>🎵 <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="Hollywood Beach Theatre" data-vars-click-url="https://hollywoodfl.org/Calendar.aspx?EID=10814" data-vars-content-id="95e838b2-19e5-4109-becf-07f3b5766ec4" data-vars-headline="Hollywood weekend guide: music, pilates and markets" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://hollywoodfl.org/Calendar.aspx?EID=10814" target="_blank">Hollywood Beach Theatre</a>: Enjoy live music along the Broadwalk (7-9pm).<ul><li>Friday: Mantrap (Funk, Rock, Jam)</li><li>Saturday: Apache Dragon (Rock &amp; Roll)</li><li>Sunday: Cheyenne Raine Band (Pop, Rock, Country)</li></ul>🍿 <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="ArtsPark Movie Night" data-vars-click-url="https://www.hollywoodfl.org/Calendar.aspx?EID=11938&amp;month=8&amp;year=2026&amp;day=12&amp;calType=0" data-vars-content-id="95e838b2-19e5-4109-becf-07f3b5766ec4" data-vars-headline="Hollywood weekend guide: music, pilates and markets" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.hollywoodfl.org/Calendar.aspx?EID=11938&amp;month=8&amp;year=2026&amp;day=12&amp;calType=0" target="_blank">ArtsPark Movie Night</a>: Bring a blanket or beach chair to watch &quot;Field of Dreams.&quot;<ul><li>Friday, 8-10pm.</li></ul>💪 <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="Pilates &amp; Pages at Steamy Lit Fort Lauderdale" data-vars-click-url="https://steamylitbookstore.com/products/pilates-and-paperback-ftl" data-vars-content-id="95e838b2-19e5-4109-becf-07f3b5766ec4" data-vars-headline="Hollywood weekend guide: music, pilates and markets" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://steamylitbookstore.com/products/pilates-and-paperback-ftl" target="_blank">Pilates &amp; Pages at Steamy Lit Fort Lauderdale</a>: Take an hour-long mat Pilates class with Pulse Fitness.<ul><li>Saturday, 9-10am, $30. </li></ul>🍹 <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="National Rum Day Festival at the Wharf Fort Lauderdale:" data-vars-click-url="https://www.eventbrite.com/e/national-rum-day-festival-at-the-wharf-ftl-tickets-1992501843651" data-vars-content-id="95e838b2-19e5-4109-becf-07f3b5766ec4" data-vars-headline="Hollywood weekend guide: music, pilates and markets" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.eventbrite.com/e/national-rum-day-festival-at-the-wharf-ftl-tickets-1992501843651" target="_blank">National Rum Day Festival at the Wharf Fort Lauderdale:</a> Rum tasting flights, giveaways, and rum-infused food. <ul><li>Saturday, 5pm.</li></ul>🎨 <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="Downtown Hollywood ArtWalk" data-vars-click-url="https://www.hollywoodcra.org/312/Downtown-Hollywood-ArtWalk" data-vars-content-id="95e838b2-19e5-4109-becf-07f3b5766ec4" data-vars-headline="Hollywood weekend guide: music, pilates and markets" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.hollywoodcra.org/312/Downtown-Hollywood-ArtWalk" target="_blank">Downtown Hollywood ArtWalk</a>: Live music, magic show and artisan vendors.<ul><li>Saturday, 6-10pm.</li></ul>🇮🇳 <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="India Independence Day Festival at the Broward Center" data-vars-click-url="https://www.browardcenter.org/events/detail/india-independence-day-2026" data-vars-content-id="95e838b2-19e5-4109-becf-07f3b5766ec4" data-vars-headline="Hollywood weekend guide: music, pilates and markets" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.browardcenter.org/events/detail/india-independence-day-2026" target="_blank">India Independence Day Festival at the Broward Center</a>: Experience Indian food, clothing, jewelry and a cultural show. <ul><li>Sunday, 11:30am-4pm.</li></ul>🚶‍♀️<a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="Sunny Stroll Market at Flow Fort Lauderdale" data-vars-click-url="https://www.eventbrite.com/e/sunny-stroll-market-tickets-1993633759241" data-vars-content-id="95e838b2-19e5-4109-becf-07f3b5766ec4" data-vars-headline="Hollywood weekend guide: music, pilates and markets" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.eventbrite.com/e/sunny-stroll-market-tickets-1993633759241" target="_blank">Sunny Stroll Market at Flow Fort Lauderdale</a>: Live music, local artisans, handmade gifts, sweet treats and goodies.<ul><li>Sunday, 12pm.</li><li>Outdoor <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="yoga" data-vars-click-url="https://www.eventbrite.com/e/flow-bloom-tickets-1996822623219" data-vars-content-id="95e838b2-19e5-4109-becf-07f3b5766ec4" data-vars-headline="Hollywood weekend guide: music, pilates and markets" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.eventbrite.com/e/flow-bloom-tickets-1996822623219" target="_blank">yoga</a> (11am-12pm).</li></ul>🀄️ <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="Mahjong at the Hollywood Art and Culture Center" data-vars-click-url="https://www.eventbrite.com/e/mahjong-at-the-center-beginners-and-open-play-tables-tickets-1994240765814?aff=ebdssbdestsearch" data-vars-content-id="95e838b2-19e5-4109-becf-07f3b5766ec4" data-vars-headline="Hollywood weekend guide: music, pilates and markets" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.eventbrite.com/e/mahjong-at-the-center-beginners-and-open-play-tables-tickets-1994240765814?aff=ebdssbdestsearch" target="_blank">Mahjong at the Hollywood Art and Culture Center</a>: Open to all levels!<ul><li>Sunday, 1-4pm; <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="Register" data-vars-click-url="https://www.eventbrite.com/e/mahjong-at-the-center-beginners-and-open-play-tables-tickets-1994240765814?aff=ebdssbdestsearch" data-vars-content-id="95e838b2-19e5-4109-becf-07f3b5766ec4" data-vars-headline="Hollywood weekend guide: music, pilates and markets" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.eventbrite.com/e/mahjong-at-the-center-beginners-and-open-play-tables-tickets-1994240765814?aff=ebdssbdestsearch" target="_blank">Register</a>.</li></ul>

🗓️ Things to do around Hollywood this weekend

You can paddle under the full moon or head to Miami Dolphins training camp this weekend.

It&#x27;s time to start planning your weekend. Here&#x27;s whats happening around town:🍿<a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="Arts Park Movie Night" data-vars-click-url="https://www.hollywoodfl.org/Calendar.aspx?EID=11862&amp;month=7&amp;year=2026&amp;day=29&amp;calType=0" data-vars-content-id="e64b4914-3329-4c7f-b7b7-e94f3c67538e" data-vars-headline="🗓️ Things to do around Hollywood this weekend" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.hollywoodfl.org/Calendar.aspx?EID=11862&amp;month=7&amp;year=2026&amp;day=29&amp;calType=0" target="_blank">Arts Park Movie Night</a>: Bring a blankets to Arts Park at Young Circle in downtown Hollywood to watch &quot;Michael&quot; on Friday night (8-10pm).🎶 <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="Hollywood Beach Theatre" data-vars-click-url="https://www.hollywoodfl.org/Calendar.aspx?EID=11425&amp;month=7&amp;year=2026&amp;day=29&amp;calType=0" data-vars-content-id="e64b4914-3329-4c7f-b7b7-e94f3c67538e" data-vars-headline="🗓️ Things to do around Hollywood this weekend" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.hollywoodfl.org/Calendar.aspx?EID=11425&amp;month=7&amp;year=2026&amp;day=29&amp;calType=0" target="_blank">Hollywood Beach Theatre</a>: Enjoy the live music Friday-Sunday (7-9pm).

Things to do in Hollywood: World Cup party, ArtWalk, and more

The City of Hollywood is expecting a big turnout for its final World Cup watch party on Sunday.

We&#x27;ve reached the last weekend of the World Cup, and the City of Hollywood is hosting one last watch party for the final on Sunday.Why it matters: Hollywood&#x27;s <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="watch party" data-vars-click-url="https://www.axios.com/local/hollywood/2026/06/24/world-cup-watch-party-downtown-hollywood" data-vars-content-id="c5cf7cbd-7acc-47d7-bce6-20805117dd36" data-vars-headline="Things to do in Hollywood: World Cup party, ArtWalk, and more" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.axios.com/local/hollywood/2026/06/24/world-cup-watch-party-downtown-hollywood" target="_self">watch party</a> last month brought more than 30,000 people to <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="downtown" data-vars-click-url="https://www.axios.com/local/hollywood/2026/07/14/downtown-hollywood-businesses-struggle-development" data-vars-content-id="c5cf7cbd-7acc-47d7-bce6-20805117dd36" data-vars-headline="Things to do in Hollywood: World Cup party, ArtWalk, and more" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.axios.com/local/hollywood/2026/07/14/downtown-hollywood-businesses-struggle-development" target="_self">downtown</a>.

Hollywood's July 4th party, fireworks guide

Celebrate America's 250th birthday with fireworks, parties and live music.

America at 250

It&#x27;s almost time to celebrate <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="America&#x27;s big birthday" data-vars-click-url="https://www.axios.com/2026/06/24/americans-founders-disappointed-250th-anniversary" data-vars-content-id="3e62d889-d10d-4108-9ce6-00307e8c4b31" data-vars-headline="Hollywood&#x27;s July 4th party, fireworks guide" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.axios.com/2026/06/24/americans-founders-disappointed-250th-anniversary" target="_self">America&#x27;s big birthday</a>! Here&#x27;s a roundup of Fourth of July festivities around Hollywood.🌟 <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="Star-Spangled Spectacular" data-vars-click-url="https://www.facebook.com/CityOfHollywoodFL/posts/star-spangled-spectacular-independence-day-celebration-on-hollywood-beach-the-ci/1408756441285904/" data-vars-content-id="3e62d889-d10d-4108-9ce6-00307e8c4b31" data-vars-headline="Hollywood&#x27;s July 4th party, fireworks guide" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.facebook.com/CityOfHollywoodFL/posts/star-spangled-spectacular-independence-day-celebration-on-hollywood-beach-the-ci/1408756441285904/" target="_blank">Star-Spangled Spectacular</a>, hosted by the City of Hollywood, kicks off Saturday at 6pm at the Hollywood Beach Theater.<ul><li>Jam out to live music by Sippin&#x27; Fire and enjoy the offshore fireworks display at 9pm.</li></ul>

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