Hollywood Beach Theater and Plaza — Attraction in Hollywood

One of the most beloved features of the Hollywood Broadwalk is the Hollywood Beach Theatre. This oceanside performance stage was built by Hollywood founder and real estate developer Joseph Young in 1924. Young built a three-sided band shell in a frame vernacular style to provide free entertainment for visitors. Back then it was called the Theater under the Stars.

Today the Hollywood Beach Theatre is the only seaside venue of its kind in Broward County. This unique outdoor theatre has seating for 500. The theatre features a diverse range of genres, including rock, R&B, blues, and Latin music five nights a week from Wednesday through Sunday from 7 to 9 p.m.

Parking is available a short distance away at the Margaritaville Garage for a few dollars per hour. On the day I visited, Making Faces, a rocking reggae band was performing at 7 PM. I love that you can enjoy music and dancing at the beach for free. There is also a variety of places to grab something to eat and drink on the broadwalk. The Hollywood Beach Theatre is the perfect place for an inexpensive date night or family...

Love, Love, Love this outdoor theater. What a great place to sit and enjoy some entertainment on the boardwalk. I feel it's gotten better ever since Margaritaville opened up right across. They had some amazing performances and live bands on Christmas - New Years weekend. When we went, they had an outdoor bar (CASH ONLY), make sure you have it ahead of time or you'll have to go inside to the ATM and pay a $4.00 fee. If not, they have other little places near by where you can grab a drink or beer for cheap. The theater is facing West, so as you're watching the performances you're also looking towards the beach. It's a great place for some fun with family,...

I was really looking forward to live music starting up here again. So far, I’ve been disappointed. There’s only so often you can listen to similar bands playing similar music, mostly covers. This venue is mostly geared towards tourists, who will hear one performance as part of their vacation experience. This is not surprising given that the venue is sponsored by Margaritaville, which pays the bands. I will say that the production quality and sound remains...