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Ft. Lauderdale

The original spring break town, made famous by Where the Boys Are in 1960. Today it's calmer and more polished, with the beachfront Strip, Las Olas and a riverfront nightlife district.

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Fly into
FLL
Drinking age
21 (clubs often 18+)
Best for
History and a calmer scene

Where to go

  • The Strip: A1A along the beach from Las Olas Blvd north to Sunrise Blvd.
  • Las Olas Boulevard: upscale shops and restaurants to the east, newer clubs to the west.
  • Riverwalk along the New River for waterfront bars.

Nightlife

  • Elbo Room: the oldest spring break bar in town, right across from the beach and featured in Where the Boys Are.
  • Rock Bar (Fort Lauderdale Beach Blvd): daily pool parties in March.
  • SW 2nd Street (Himmarshee/Cooley Hammock area): bars and clubs after dark.

Rules and tips

  • Alcohol is prohibited on the beach.
  • Expect a heavy police presence on the beach and downtown, plus curfews for under-18s.
  • Ocean Rescue posts beach-flag conditions daily. Swim near lifeguards.

Ft. Lauderdale spring break FAQ

Is Ft. Lauderdale a good spring break destination for 2027?

Ft. Lauderdale scored 63/100 (#10 of 21, "Warm") in our Spring Break 2026 popularity rating, based on visitation, search buzz and college crowds. The original spring break town, made famous by Where the Boys Are in 1960. Today it's calmer and more polished, with the beachfront Strip, Las Olas and a riverfront nightlife district.

What airport do you fly into for Ft. Lauderdale?

Fly into FLL.

What is the drinking age in Ft. Lauderdale?

The drinking age is 21 (clubs often 18+).

What's happening in Ft. Lauderdale for Spring Break 2027?

No 2027 spring break events have been announced for Ft. Lauderdale yet. Lineups are usually announced in December and January.

When is spring break 2027?

Most college spring breaks in 2027 fall between March 6 and March 28. Easter is March 28, 2027, which makes the season early and compressed.

Watch

Clips from Ft. Lauderdale.

Spring breakers flock to Fort LauderdaleCBS Miami · YouTube ↗
Fort Lauderdale Beach Spring Break 2026 - Las Olas BeachFlorida 4K · YouTube ↗

Photos

Fort Lauderdale Beach Boulevard. Looking towards the beach from accross the street.
Fort Lauderdale Beach Boulevard. Looking towards the beach from accross the street.
Las Olas Boulevard, Fort Lauderdale, Florida
Las Olas Boulevard, Fort Lauderdale, Florida

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