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NewsWSVN 7 News MiamiAugust 13, 2026Miami-Dade County

The Wharf hosts annual rum festival in Fort Lauderdale on August 15

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The Wharf in Fort Lauderdale is hosting its annual rum festival on Saturday, August 15, featuring over 100 varieties of rum and themed pop-up bars. The event includes a make-your-own-mojito station, a pop-up cigar lounge, and specialized cocktails served in pineapples.

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Why It Matters

The event serves as a local entertainment gathering in downtown Fort Lauderdale, impacting traffic and pedestrian activity near the 20 W Las Olas Blvd location on the evening of August 15.

Key Facts

  • The event takes place on Saturday, August 15, from 5 p.m. to 11 p.m.
  • The venue is located at 20 W Las Olas Blvd, Fort Lauderdale, FL 33301.
  • The festival features over 100 types of rum.
  • The event includes themed bars: a frozen bar, a tiki bar, a pirate bar, and a beach bar with imported sand.
  • A pop-up cigar lounge will be available at the event.
  • The venue offers a 'make-your-own-mojito' bar.
  • The 'Wharf Lada' is a featured cocktail served inside a cored pineapple.

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