Movember Happy Hour
Facial hair is experiencing a renaissance not seen since the days of robber barons, but luckily these days it's often for a better cause. In this case, it’s to promote awareness of men’s health issues, such as prostate or testicular cancer. Enjoy Movember USA happy hour at Funky Buddha Brewery (1201 NE 38th St., Oakland Park) from 5:30 to 9 p.m. Guests who donate $5 or more get a wristband for an extended $1-off-of-beer happy hour. Show up with or without your stache. Visit FunkyBuddhaBrewery.com.
Craft Beer Tasting and Growler Launch Party
From 7 to 9 p.m., Crown Wine & Spirits (1030 NE 15th Ave., Fort Lauderdale) is throwing a party for their Crown Growler Station. Guests will also be able to sample craft beer from all Florida-based Breweries with ten craft beer stations and over 40 beers. And if guests want more than just a sample, they will receive a 64-ounce growler with the purchase of a fill. Gourmet food is also available for pairings. Tickets at $15 and can be purchased at CrownWineAndSpirits.com.
Saturday
Sixth Annual John Offerdahl’s Broward Health Gridiron Grill-Off Food & Wine Festival
Top notch restaurants and chefs will join in for a culinary battle at the John Offerdahl’s Broward Health Gridiron Grill-Off Food & Wine Festival. Participants include Rebel House, The Oceanaire Seafood Room and Naked Taco, Beauty and the Feast and Piccolo Ristorante. There will also be a Samuel Adams Craft Beer Garden. General admission is $85 and allows 21+ attendees to sample dishes created by local chefs and Miami Dolphins legends. The $125 VIP ticket package includes a signed copy of Man Finds Food’s Adam Richman’s book and early access into the Grand Grill-Off at noon. This event is from 1 to 4 p.m. One-hundred percent of event net proceeds will go towards Offerdahl’s Hand-Off Foundation and its mission, “Feed the Needs of Kids in Crisis.” This will take place at the Pompano Beach Amphitheater (1806 NE Sixth St., Pompano Beach). Visit GridIronGrillOff.com.
Halfway to Cinco de Mayo Party
Why celebrate Cinco de Mayo only once a year? The Whole Enchilada (8000 W Broward Blvd., Plantation) will be hosting their Halfway to Cinco de Mayo party from 6 to 9 p.m., allowing you to celebrate twice. Featured festivities include live music, margarita competition and drink specials such as $3 house margaritas, altos shots, Coronas and Corona Lights.
Season Kickoff Party at Benny's on the Beach
Benny’s on the Beach (10 Ocean Blvd., Lake Worth) is hosting a Country-Western themed season kickoff party. From 1 to 5 p.m., Southern food will be available as well as music from Raquel Renner & The Ramblers. Guests get complimentary access to the pier from 1:30 to 3:30 p.m.
Rousey vs. Holm Part at Public House
UFC 193 World Bantamweight Championship and “do something” bitch Ronda Rousey will compete against Holly Holm. To celebrate, Himmarshee Public House (201 SW Second St., Fort Lauderdale) will be broadcasting this event on their big screen and various TVs. Choose from over 50 craft beers. The event starts at 9 and there is no cover. Visit PublicHouseFTL.com.
Margate Under the Moon
From 5 to 10 p.m., enjoy 15 food trucks, free beer, crafts and live music at Margate Under the Moon. Located on the Northwest corner of 441 and Margate Boulevard, the event is free and open to all ages and well-behaved dogs. Note: free beer is only for adult humans over 21.
Sunday
Not-So-Mellow Bottomless Brunch
Stoner themed Mellow Mushroom (525 N. Federal Hwy., Fort Lauderdale) will be offering their titled “Not-So-Mellow Bottomless Brunch” from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. This includes bottomless mimosas, "
For more events, visit our online calendar or pick up the print edition of the New Times Broward-Palm Beach every Thursday. To submit an event, use our online form.
Natalya Jones is a food and music writer covering Broward and Palm Beach counties. To get the latest in entertainment and fun things to do in South Florida, follow her on Twitter.
