Esplanade Park

This review is for the Vegan Block Party that happened on the 4th of July of July weekend, not the park itself: Positives: - If you're into vegan cuisine, you'll find a lot of good and different options to eat. - Large and convenient parking right across the street. -Police assigned to the event is around to ensure overall safety. -They have real restrooms instead of those portable ones. Negatives: - Very loud music making it very difficult to hold a conversation. -The park that they choose is very small for this type of event. Making it difficult to move, sit down, and not bump into people (we left early because of this one). -Some vendor prices are reasonable, but others are ridiculously expensive. -The parking, although convenient, charge a premium for the event. Overall, I wouldn't go back unless they change to a location for a bigger park next year.

Great park, amazing scenery. It's off the intercoastal, great place. It's also surrounded by bars restaurants and plenty of sight seeing.

We were here just before a concert. How pretty it is. Benches within, and throughout to sit and watch the water. Pretty lights came on, as it was getting dark. I would come back with a coffee and my Kindle.

I visited with the family for the Christmas tree lighting event. It was great. Nice kids zone, family fun activities, and adults drinks.

Came for Jazz Brunch which is held the first Sunday of the month. The band was great. What to know- pack an umbrella, chairs, blanket, food, drinks and enjoy the weather and tunes. Paid street parking or nearby garage parking. Some people really have some cool picnic setups that make football tailgating look like child's play. If you have a tent they make you sit further back but I don't see why necessarily. My main gripe is walking through "downtown" to get to the park. It used to be nice back in the day. Well maybe not "nice" but now it's run down and the smell- throw up, urine, sewage, and bad decisions! Could the city of Ft. Lauderdale pressure wash the sidewalk/streets?!?! Could we make it look a little nicer? I mean once Tarpon Bend pulled out and Squiggy's Pizza left it went from bad to worse! But go- enjoy Jazz Brunch just hold your breath if you have to walk/park downtown.

The Day of the Dead parade that happens here every year was great. This event is big and very crowded event, shoulder to shower. It is very well organized. Starts at this park. They have vendors, picture opportunities, traditional food, music, and a parade. It is a family-friendly event. It is fun and crazy crowded. Afterward, there is an after-party across the street. If you think the parade was crowded this area gets even more. In my opinion not a place for children. It's adult time guys. It's an area with bars and different crowds. The parking gets crazy. Luckily the city has many garages around. Some streets get blocked. You will find parking eventually lol.

This park is a real gem, especially if you’re into local jazz and fun vendors, it’s got a great vibe! Everything is super clean and well taken care of, which makes it even more enjoyable. It’s just a short stroll from the marina, so the views are absolutely beautiful. There’s plenty of open space, perfect for laying out a picnic blanket or setting up some lawn chairs. It’s a great spot to relax and soak in that laid-back Florida atmosphere!

Always looking out for their events. They are great at taking any opportunity to celebrate anything really. Feels inclusive and is a chance to support the community and to come together. Please never stop. Was there last for Day of the Dead, it was fantastic, ran too long for our little one, but we enjoyed it and the cultural exposure simply fantastic, and the water taxi free ride; was everything!!!!