Fort Lauderdale’s outdoor living room, dining room, and backyard.
Huizenga Park is an urban oasis, where Las Olas meets the
New River, offering a serene yet lively destination in the heart of
Fort Lauderdale.
Explore Huizenga Park.
A gift from The Moss Family.
Huizenga Park’s signature gateway at the corner of Las Olas Boulevard and SE 1st Avenue.
A gift from The Hudson Family.
A gift from The Beth and Philip Rielly Family.
Currently under construction, The Nook will emerge next year as a popular hub for outdoor dining and impromptu meetups.
A gift from Founder Gold Donors.
Home to the park’s concessionaires with shaded cafe-style seating, it’s the perfect spot to grab a bite and soak in the energy of Huizenga Park.
Gather, relax, and play in Huizenga Park’s central greenspace.
A gift from The Huizenga Family.
Iconic cascading jets surrounded by benches make this prominent corner of the park a place of respite and relaxation.
A gift from The Stiles Family.
Public restrooms open during park hours. Learn more here.
A gift from the Community Foundation of Broward.
Painted by renowned graphic artist, Cey Adams, the mural encourages park visitors to lead with love.
A gift from Cassidy and Dan Towriss.
An off-leash haven for dogs, perfect for playtime and outdoor fun. The Dog Spot rules can be found here.
A gift from Joe DiMaggio’s Children’s Hospital.
This landscape of rolling, climbable hills invites kids to explore, jump, and let their imaginations run wild.
A gift from The Motwani Family.
A peaceful retreat beneath a grove of palms, creating a uniquely Fort Lauderdale waterfront experience.
A gift from AutoNation.
With an elevated view of the New River and connecting the Riverwalk to the park, this circular wooden deck offers space for intimate gatherings and moments of connection.
A gift from the James Laird Ward Estate.
Whimsical sculpture by renowned artist, Manolo Valdes, showcasing the natural beauty of the park.
A gift from Rita and Rick Case Automotive.
Fort Lauderdale’s stately bicentennial Oak stands tall at Liberty Circle, celebrating our country’s history and heritage.
A gift from Olya, Nikita and Jim Ellis.
Stroll along the Riverwalk as it gently curves toward the New River, drawing you closer to the water’s edge.
Hop on and off the Free Water Trolley for stops along Downtown Fort Lauderdale's New River.
Huizenga Park’s full-service waterfront restaurant, currently under construction and expected to open in late 2026.
Huizenga Park's History
Originally built by the Fort Lauderdale Downtown Development Authority (DDA) in the late 1990s and dedicated after legendary Fort Lauderdale entrepreneur and philanthropist Wayne Huizenga in 2003, Huizenga Park has been a major downtown destination for decades. The DDA completely renovated the park in 2025 through an unprecedented public-private-philanthropic-partnership and reopened it in 2026 introducing a new standard for public space in DowntownFTL.
Huizenga Legacy
Wayne and Marti Huizenga were visionaries whose bold leadership and generosity helped transform Fort Lauderdale into the vibrant, world-class city it is today. Wayne made history as the first person to build three Fortune 500 companies from the ground up, AutoNation, Blockbuster, and Waste Management, establishing Fort Lauderdale as a hub for innovation and opportunity. As the first individual to own three professional sports franchises, including the Miami Dolphins, Florida Panthers, and Florida Marlins, he brought major-league excitement to South Florida.
Committed philanthropists, Wayne and Marti championed causes spanning education, animal welfare, youth programs, and the arts, leaving a legacy of profound impact. Huizenga Park stands as a tribute to their extraordinary impact, carrying the Huizenga’s spirit forward for generations to come.
Huizenga Park's History
Originally built by the Fort Lauderdale Downtown Development Authority (DDA) in the late 1990s and dedicated after legendary Fort Lauderdale entrepreneur and philanthropist Wayne Huizenga in 2003, Huizenga Park has been a major downtown destination for decades. The DDA completely renovated the park in 2025 through an unprecedented public-private-philanthropic partnership and reopened it in 2026, introducing a new standard for public space in DowntownFTL.
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Huizenga Legacy
Wayne and Marti Huizenga were visionaries whose bold leadership and generosity helped transform Fort Lauderdale into the vibrant, world-class city it is today. Wayne made history as the first person to build three Fortune 500 companies from the ground up, AutoNation, Blockbuster, and Waste Management, establishing Fort Lauderdale as a hub for innovation and opportunity. As the first individual to own three professional sports franchises, including the Miami Dolphins, Florida Panthers, and Florida Marlins, he brought major-league excitement to South Florida.
Committed philanthropists, Wayne and Marti championed causes spanning education, animal welfare, youth programs, and the arts, leaving a legacy of profound impact. Huizenga Park stands as a tribute to their extraordinary impact, carrying the Huizenga’s spirit forward for generations to come.
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