Event Dates
From: Saturday, March 21, 2026
To: Saturday, March 21, 2026
Florida AIDS Walk &
Music Festival 2026
The Florida aids walk marks the arrival of Springtime with a 5k walk followed by a day of concerts.
Florida AIDS Walk & Music Festival 2026
The Florida aids walk marks the arrival of Springtime with a 5k walk followed by a day of concerts with DJs, drag shows and live performances.
- Visiting Fort Lauderdale? Stay close to the park at the Hotel Maren Fort Lauderdale, a “Superb” rated 4 star hotel, right on the beachfront with spacious rooms and a beautiful rooftop pool.
The Walk
- Next Edition – Saturday 21st March, 2026.
- Walkers raise funds for local Aids service organizations during the 5k walk, taking in some of Fort Lauderdale’s best views.
- Florida AIDS Walk is 5K (3.1 miles) and takes roughly one to two hours to complete. The walk begins at 10am.
- The starting line and finish line for the walk will be located in the Fort Lauderdale Beach Park parking lot.
- Walkers will head north on A1A to Sebastian Street and then west to Birch Road.
- Walkers will head north on Birch Road to Vistamar Street and then back east to A1A and return to the Fort Lauderdale Beach Park parking lot.
The Concert
- The Florida AIDS Walk & Music Festival features food trucks, bars (with alcohol and non-alcoholic options), and an epic concert! The concerts kick off from 8.45 am approx.
- Visit the selfie spot with fun photo opportunities for you and your friends. You can also visit the Memory Wall to reflect and remember those lost to HIV/AIDS.
- Proceeds raised from the walk and festival go to local AIDS service organizations such as the AIDS Healthcare Foundation (AFH) who do important work in their communities every day. Be sure to visit the beneficiary organizations’ tents to learn more about their services in the community, as well as our sponsor tents for goodies and swag.
- Check out our insider guide to the best places to stay and play including the top bars in Wilton Manors.
The Schedule
- Scehdule for 2025 subject to confirmation.
- 8:00 AM – Check-In Open
- 8:45 AM – First Guest DJ
- 9:45 AM – Ceremony
- 10:00 AM – Walk
- 11:00 AM – 2:00 PM – Live Shows and DJs.
The Venue
- Fort Lauderdale’s Beach Park plays host to the event on Seabreeze. Beach park is a scenic strip of sand where the light blue hues of the Atlantic Ocean create stunning vistas.
- Fort Lauderdale Beach Park runs along the eastern strip of the municipality, between Las Olas Beach and the Harbour Isles of Fort Lauderdale. The beach is a scenic 20 minute walk from the gay Sebastian Street Beach.
Where to stay in Fort Lauderdale?
The following hotels are close to the beaches and a short tide to Fort Lauderdale Beach Park.
Pelican Grand Beach, The Atlantic Hotel, Sonesta, Alcazar Resort
Discover more of Fort Lauderdale:
Recommended Hotels
Where to stay close to all the gay bars
Our top 4 selections with the best rates.
Where we stay!
The AC Hotel Lauderdale is our top choice
for Fort Lauderdale. Nice rooftop pool
Official Website
For further information and advice on
AIDS Walk & Music Festival Facebook
Gay Map of Fort Lauderdale
Fort Lauderdale has gay establishments cater to a broad cross-section of the gay world, with a good selection of gay resorts at Fort Lauderdale Beach, two blocks off the ocean, but within easy walking distance of sand and surf. The gay beach is opposite Sebastian Street, just north of the Ritz-Carlton Hotel. The nearby gay district of Wilton Manors is where the nightlife is busiest.
999 N Fort Lauderdale Beach Blvd Fort Lauderdale, FL 33304 USA
Located opposite Fort , this hotel features an on-site restaurant and a heated outdoor pool. Free WiFi is provided in every room, and Bonnet Gardens is 2 minutes' drive away.
Wide windows with an or park are featured in all rooms at Sonesta Fort Lauderdale Beach. A small refrigerator, flat-screen TV, and free WiFi are provided en suite.
2000 N Ocean Blvd Fort Lauderdale, FL 33305 USA
Adjacent to the Atlantic , Resort features an oceanfront pool, , and tubing ride.
Beach-inspired guestrooms feature a small refrigerator and 42-inch flat-screen TV. In-room movies, games, and music are provided, as is a coffee maker.
601 N Fort Lauderdale Beach Blvd Fort Lauderdale, FL 33304 USA
The luxurious Atlantic Hotel & is located on Boulevard adjacent to white, sandy beaches. Bonnet House Museum and Gardens is 1.3 km away from the beachfront resort.
A cable TV, balcony, and ironing facilities are included in each hotel room. A microwave, refrigerator, coffee machine, and minibar are also provided. The en suite bathroom is equipped with a hairdryer, free toiletries, and a bathrobe.
555 N Birch Rd Fort Lauderdale, FL 33304 USA
Situated 153 m from Atlantic Ocean beaches, this all-male clothing-optional gay hotel is located in Fort Lauderdale. It has 2 heated pools and offers guestrooms with luxury bedding and cable TV.
Rooms at the Alcazar Resort- Gay Mens Resort have modern furnishings and room-darkening curtains. They come equipped with free Wi-Fi and a CD player. Some rooms include a fully equipped kitchenette and views of the pool.
Address: 1243 NE 11th Ave Fort Lauderdale, FL
- gay male bar known for go-go dancers, DJs, and themed nights.
- compact indoor space with a patio that fills fast after dark.
- crowd mixes locals and visitors, mostly men, social and flirty.
- music leans pop, dance, and party classics depending on the night.
- strong choice for a late-night stop near Wilton Manors nightlife.
- Open: Tuesday–Thursday 7pm–2am, Friday–Saturday 7pm–3am
Sunday 7pm–2am (Monday Closed) - Website
Address: 2266 Wilton Dr Wilton Manors, FL
- gay bar on Wilton Drive with a relaxed, lounge-led feel.
- cocktails and martinis take priority over loud party energy.
- crowd is mostly gay men, mixing locals with visiting bar-hoppers.
- music stays low enough for conversation and easy social flow.
- popular for early evenings, warm-ups, and unhurried drinks.
- Open: Monday–Thursday 2pm–12am, Friday–Saturday 2pm–2am
- Sunday 12pm–12am
Address: 2287 Wilton Dr, Wilton Manors, FL
- gay sports bar on Wilton Drive with a loyal local following.
- multiple screens showing live games all day.
- casual crowd, mostly gay men, relaxed and social.
- full bar with a solid food menu.
- easygoing spot from daytime through late night.
- Open: Daily 11am–2am
Address: 2426 Wilton Dr, Wilton Manors, FL
- gay bar and restaurant on Wilton Dr.
- welcoming space with drinks, food, and events.
- game nights, drag, and themed social nights.
- friendly staff and relaxed energy.
- works for early dinner through late evening.
- Open: Monday–Wednesday 11am–12am, Thursday 11am–2am
- Friday 11am–3am, Saturday 12pm–3am, Sunday 12pm–12am
Address: 2209 Wilton Dr, Wilton Manors, FL
- gay leather and fetish bar with an international reputation.
- large venue with indoor and outdoor cruising areas.
- mostly gay male crowd into gear, leather, and kink.
- busy on weekends and major event nights.
- cornerstone of Wilton Manors leather nightlife.
- Open:Monday–Thursday 4pm–2am, Friday 4pm–3am,
- Saturday 1pm–3am, Sunday 1pm–2am
Address: 321 W Sunrise Blvd, Fort Lauderdale, FL
- gay leather and fetish bar with a hardcore edge.
- dark, cruisy spaces with outdoor areas.
- mostly gay male crowd into gear and kink.
- very busy during leather events and weekends.
- one of Wilton Manors’ most unapologetic venues.
- Open: Monday–Thursday 3pm–2am, Friday 3pm–3am
- Saturday 1pm–3am, Sunday 1pm–2am
- Website
Address: 1421 E Oakland Park Blvd, Fort Lauderdale, FL
- gay cabaret and drag venue in Fort Lauderdale.
- stage shows and hosted performances are the focus.
- table seating with cocktails and food service.
- brunch shows and evening entertainment.
- one of the city’s drag nightlife anchors.
- Open: Wednesday–Thursday 6pm–12am, Friday–Saturday 6pm–2am
- Sunday brunch shows 12pm–4pm, evening bar 6pm–12am
Address: 2440 Wilton Dr, Wilton Manors, FL
- gay bar with a club-style focus on Wilton Drive.
- DJ-led nights with strong lighting and sound.
- energy builds late with a busy dance floor.
- popular stop during bar crawls and weekends.
- best after dark for full nightlife atmosphere.
- Open: Monday–Thursday 6pm–2am
- Friday–Saturday 6pm–3am, Sunday 6pm–2am
Address: 2740 N Andrews Ave Wilton Manors, FL
- gay bar and restaurant at the heart of Wilton Drive.
- large multi-space venue with indoor and outdoor areas.
- mixed gay male crowd, locals and visitors.
- brunch, drinks, drag shows, and party nights.
- busy from daytime through late evening.
- Open: Monday–Thursday 11am–2am, Friday 11am–3am
- Saturday 10am–3am, Sunday 10am–2am
- (Brunch served on weekends)
- Website
Address: 2400 E Oakland Park Blvd Fort Lauderdale, FL
- gay bar with a casual, friendly feel.
- laid-back crowd, mostly gay men and regulars.
- simple drinks and social atmosphere.
- music supports conversation rather than partying.
- easy stop alongside Wilton Manors nightlife.
- Open: Monday–Thursday 3pm–2am, Friday 3pm–3am
- Saturday 12pm–3am, Sunday 12pm–2am
Address: 2000 Wilton Dr Wilton Manors, FL
- gay bar and restaurant on Wilton Drive.
- dinner-led venue with relaxed cocktails.
- mostly gay male local crowd.
- comfortable space for conversation.
- popular early evening stop before nightlife.
- Open: Monday–Thursday 4pm–10pm, Friday–Saturday 4pm–11pm
- Sunday 4pm–9pm
- Website
Address: 1915 N Andrews Ave Fort Lauderdale, FL
- gay bar with a friendly neighbourhood feel.
- mostly gay male local crowd and regulars.
- easygoing atmosphere focused on conversation.
- daytime drinks and relaxed evenings.
- solid staple of Wilton Drive nightlife.
- Open: Monday-Thursday 12pm-2am, Friday-Saturday 12pm-3am
- Sunday 12pm-2am
- Website
Address: 502 E Sunrise Blvd Fort Lauderdale, FL
- gay bar with a long-standing local following.
- classic cocktail lounge with an old-school feel.
- relaxed setting built around conversation and familiarity.
- draws regulars alongside visitors looking for a quieter stop.
- reliable choice for casual drinks near Wilton Manors nightlife.
- Open: Monday–Thursday 12pm–2am, Friday–Saturday 12pm–3am
- Sunday 12pm–2am
Address: 2426 Wilton Dr Wilton Manors, FL
- gay bar and restaurant on Wilton Drive.
- well-known for brunch and comfort food.
- large open patio with a social feel.
- busy from daytime through early evening.
- reliable meeting spot in Wilton Manors.
- Open: Monday–Thursday 11am–10pm, Friday–Saturday 11am–11pm
- Sunday 10am–9pm, (Brunch served daily)
- Website
Address: 2283 Wilton Dr Wilton Manors, FL
- gay bar with a friendly pub vibe on Wilton Drive.
- comfortable interior with sports screens and bar seating.
- casual drinks and conversation in a laid-back setting.
- weekend specials and events add extra buzz.
- great choice for relaxed socialising before later nightlife.
- Open: Monday–Thursday 3pm–2am, Friday–Saturday 12pm–3am
- Sunday 12pm–2am
- Website
Address: 3073 NE 6th Ave Wilton Manors, FL
- gay saloon-style bar with a country edge.
- known for themed nights and line dancing.
- casual, community-focused atmosphere.
- events drive the vibe more than club energy.
- well-established part of Wilton Manors nightlife.
- Open: Monday-Thursday 4pm-2am, Friday 4pm-3am
- Saturday 12pm-3am, Sunday 12pm-2am
Address: 1721 N Andrews Ave Fort Lauderdale, FL
- gay bar and nightclub with late-night energy.
- known for DJs and themed party nights.
- mix of bar space and dance floor.
- busy on weekends and event nights.
- established name in Fort Lauderdale nightlife.
- Open: Wednesday–Thursday 8pm–2am
- Friday–Saturday 8pm–3am, Sunday 6pm–2am
- Website
Address: 2232 Wilton Dr Wilton Manors, FL
- gay bar and nightclub on Wilton Drive.
- dance-focused venue with DJs and themed nights.
- energy builds late into the evening.
- strong weekend and event-night crowds.
- reliable choice for dancing in Wilton Manors.
- Open: Monday–Thursday 4pm–2am, Friday 4pm–3am
- Saturday 1pm–3am, Sunday 1pm–2am
Address: 1508 NE 4th Ave Fort Lauderdale, FL
- gay leather and bear bar with long local roots.
- dark, unfussy space focused on socialising.
- events and themed nights through the week.
- strong sense of regulars and community.
- classic Fort Lauderdale leather bar experience.
- Open: Monday–Thursday 4pm–2am, Friday 4pm–3am
- Saturday 2pm–3am, Sunday 2pm–2am
Address: 2266 Wilton Dr Wilton Manors, FL
- gay bar with a country-western theme.
- laid-back setting focused on music and socialising.
- themed nights and line dancing.
- loyal regular crowd with an easy pace.
- distinctive stop in the Fort Lauderdale area.
- Open: Monday–Thursday 4pm–2am, Friday–Saturday 4pm–3am
- Sunday 1pm–2am
Address: 2345 Wilton Dr, Wilton Manors, FL
- gay nightclub complex on Wilton Drive.
- multiple rooms with different music and events.
- large-scale venue for dance and late nights.
- key hub during Pride and major party weekends.
- one of Wilton Manors’ headline nightlife spots.
- Open: Wednesday–Thursday 8pm–2am
- Friday–Saturday 9pm–3am, Sunday 5pm–2am
Address: 2021 Wilton Dr, Wilton Manors, FL
- gay lounge with a modern, upscale feel.
- cocktail-focused bar with DJ-led evenings.
- intimate space designed for social nights.
- music stays upbeat without club intensity.
- popular stop before or after Wilton Manors nightlife.
- Open: Monday–Thursday 5pm–2am
- Friday–Saturday 5pm–3am, Sunday 5pm–2am
Recommended Hotels in Fort Lauderdale
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We have chosen hotels in Fort Lauderdale that keep you close to all the shops, restaurants & bars
Pelican Grand 5 Star
Close to Wilton Manors
- 5 Star – Oceanfront Pool, Private Beach
- A short taxi ride to the gay bars
- Lazy river, oceanfront dining
- Features oceanfront pool, private beach, lazy river ride, & poolside cocktails for a luxurious stay.
Hotel Maren
4 Star – Beachfront
- 4 Star – Sea Views, & a Beachfront Bar
- Close to the gay district
- TV, room service available
- Offers beachfront location, sea views, on-site restaurant, & bar, close to Swimming Hall of Fame.
Sonesta 4 Star
Great Value
- 4 Star – Opposite Fort Lauderdale Beach
- Close to the gay district
- WiFi, ocean or park view
- Located opposite the beach, features heated outdoor pool, on-site restaurant, & rooms with views.
The Grand Resort & Spa
3 Star, All Male Resort
- 3 Star – Gay All Male Resort and Relaxing Spa
- A short walk to the gay bars
- Flat-screen TV, safety box
- All male resort with spa services, hair studio, nail care, free WiFi, & private parking.
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