Happy 100th Birthday to the City of Hollywood! Established on November 25, 1925, the City is throwing a 3-day party with attractions including pyrotechnics, laser light shows, live bands, a Winter wonderland with Santa, his elves and real snow at our Tree Lighting. Enjoy giveaways, vendor booths, kids’ activities, food and a most memorable centennial celebration.
All the festivities lead up to the main event on Saturday night with a performance by Rock & Roll Hall of Fame Inductees Kool & the Gang – known for chart topping hits like “Ladies Night, Celebration and Get Down on It.”
The festivities kick off this Thursday, November 20th at the Hollywood Beach Bandshell with a live concert at 7:00 p.m. by “Sippin Fire” presented by the Margaritaville Hollywood Beach Resort.
The fun continues at the ArtsPark at Young Circle in downtown Hollywood beginning at 5:00 p.m. on Friday, November 21st with over 40 activated vendor booths and historical displays, kids’ arts and crafts, real snow flurries, sledding hill, visit by Santa with free photos, laser light show, and our official Tree Lighting at 7:00 p.m. “On the Roxx” takes the stage for a live concert at 8:00 p.m., lots of free giveaways, popcorn & candy, crafts and fun! Consider bringing a new, unwrapped toy for donation to the Hollywood Police and Fire Department toy drive. Toys are being collected at the City’s tent on Friday and Saturday.
The main event takes place on Saturday, November 22nd beginning at 5:00 p.m. with recognition of 16 Hollywood centenarians, ages 99 through 108, on the ArtsPark amphitheater stage, followed by the Hollywood Historical Society’s “History of Hollywood” documentary. The event will also feature a Classic Car Show, kids’ activities and bounce houses, historic displays, laser light show, 2,000 birthday cupcakes, pyrotechnics and live performances featuring “Michael Arenella & His Dreamland Orchestra.” Headlining act Kool & the Gang take the stage at 9:00 p.m.
The City Centennial Celebration is presented by the City of Hollywood, Memorial Healthcare System, Moss & Associates, Boucher Brothers, the Chris Hixon Foundation, the Law Offices of Khani and Auerbach, Commissioner Caryl Shuham, Tim and Donna McVeigh, Jonathan Lorber with the Keyes Company, Honu Pool & Beach Management, the Greater Hollywood Chamber of Commerce, Hollywood Kia, Margaritaville Hollywood Beach, and Flamingo Auto Group.
INFORMATION TO HELP MAKE IT A SAFE AND HAZARD-FREE CELEBRATION
Visitors to the beach and downtown will notice an enhanced police presence and enforcement of City ordinances. Visitors are asked to please abide by all rules and regulations. If you see something, say something to a police officer, park ranger or security guard. Call 911 in an emergency.
Alcoholic beverages, firearms, weapons of any kind, fireworks of all types, glass, single-use plastic and foam items are prohibited and will be confiscated. To help keep Hollywood beautiful, visitors are reminded to bring reusable items, clean up after themselves and do not over-fill trash receptacles.
The ArtsPark Amphitheatre is lawn seating, bring a blanket for your comfort. Public restrooms are located within the park and on Hollywood Beach at the Nebraska Street Parking Garage and at Tyler, Fillmore, Johnson, Garfield, Taft, and Missouri Streets on the Broadwalk for your convenience.
TRAFFIC INFORMATION
Heavier than normal traffic around the ArtsPark at Young Circle is expected. Please plan for detours and delays. The Hollywood Police Department will be monitoring traffic, parking and capacity in an effort to maintain a safe environment for all. Starting on Saturday, November 22nd at noon:
- Hollywood Boulevard between 19th Ave. and US-1 will be completely closed to vehicular traffic. Traffic will be directed north/south on 19th Ave.
- US-1 Southbound traffic will detour west at Tyler St.
- US-1 Northbound travelers wishing to go west will detour at Polk St.
PARKING INFORMATION
Public parking at the City-operated parking garages is on a first come, first served basis. The garages are expected to reach capacity quickly. Carpooling is encouraged.
Thursday on Hollywood Beach:
- Garfield Garage, 300 Connecticut St., $3.00/hr.
- Nebraska Garage, 327 Nebraska St., $2.50/hr.
- Keating Park, 2400 S Ocean Dr., $3.50/hr.
- Hollywood Beach Culture & Community Center, 1301 S Ocean Dr., $3.50/hr.
- Metered on-street parking $3.50/hr. for nonresidents and $1.75 for residents who are registered with the City. Residents can register by going online to www.hollywoodfl.org/parking and click on “Resident Parking Rate.”
Friday and Saturday Downtown Hollywood:
- University Station Garage, 2031 Polk St., $5 flat rate (4PM – 10PM)
- Radius Garage, 251 N 19th Ave., $5 flat rate (4PM – 10PM)
- Van Buren Garage, 251 S 20th Ave., $5 flat rate (4PM – 10PM)
- Taylor Street Lot, 1810 Tayor St., $5 flat rate (4PM – 10PM)
- City Hall, 2600 Hollywood Blvd., FREE
- On-street metered parking $3.50/hr. for nonresidents and $1.75/hr. for residents who are registered with the City. Residents can register by going online to www.hollywoodfl.org/parking and click on “Resident Parking Rate.”
Be aware, those choosing to park on private property must follow the property owner’s exact rules to avoid a ticket, tow, or immobilization device.
SUN SHUTTLE
The Hollywood Sun Shuttle, operated by Circuit is an environmentally friendly, electric public transportation option that transports riders through service areas citywide. The Sun Shuttle will be operating on the following extended service hours:
- Thursday, November 20th from 10:00 a.m. to 10:00 p.m.
- Friday, November 21st from 10:00 a.m. to 11:00 p.m.
- Saturday, November 22nd from 10:00 a.m. to midnight.
An App requested ride is $2.00 per person per ride on Thursday and Friday. Riders are required to pay the fare onboard using a secure QR code to process payment. On Saturday App requested rides on the beach and downtown will be FREE using the promo code “CITY100.” You can also wave down a driver for a free ride on Saturday.
CENTENNIAL HOTLINE - 954.921.3636
A Centennial Hotline will be available with live operators to answer questions about the weekend’s events.
- Thursday: Noon to 11 p.m.
- Friday and Saturday: Noon to midnight
For additional event information, visit https://www.hollywoodfl.org/1537/Centennial-Celebration?