Downtown Hollywood throws a global watch party
Plus two national retailers plant flags in Hollywood and a July 4 beach show.
Downtown Hollywood is turning into one big screening room. The City of Hollywood says the area becomes a watch party and concert for the summer's biggest global event on June 27, with a second date set for July 19. Both dates pair the live broadcast with music, so you can catch the action and stick around for the show. If you've been looking for a reason to head downtown instead of watching from the couch, the city is building the night around exactly that. Mark both dates, gather a few friends, and plan to make an evening of it. Details are posted on the city's site.
Teen charged as adult in fatal Hollywood shooting
Gentle Edwards, 15, is now being charged as an adult with first-degree murder with a firearm and aggravated assault with a firearm in an April 22 shooting that killed 17-year-old Robin Bouza Jr., according to records. (NBC Miami)
Investigators seek tips after woman found dead on Hollywood Beach
FWC investigators are asking the public for help reconstructing the final moments of 30-year-old Kellie Melinda Williams, who was found dead on Hollywood Beach on June 3. Anyone with information is urged to come forward. (WSVN)
Dick's House of Sport picks Hollywood for its first South Florida store
Hollywood is landing a big name in retail. What Now Miami reports that Dick's House of Sport is coming to the city, marking the chain's first South Florida location. This isn't a standard sporting goods store. The House of Sport concept combines traditional sporting goods with interactive in-store attractions, leaning into experiences alongside the usual gear. For a city working to draw more retail traffic, being chosen as the regional debut is a notable get. If you've watched these experiential stores open elsewhere and wondered when one would reach the area, the answer is now Hollywood. Keep an eye out as plans firm up.
Total Wine is opening a Hollywood store
Add another major retailer to Hollywood's growing list. What Now Miami reports that Total Wine is opening a location in the city, bringing its warehouse-scale selection to local shoppers. The draw here is sheer range: Total Wine stores stock roughly 8,000 wines at any given time, which puts a serious amount of variety within easy reach. Whether you're hunting for a specific bottle, building out a collection, or just want solid options for the weekend, that kind of inventory is hard to match. For Hollywood, it's one more sign of retail momentum taking hold. Watch for an opening date as the store takes shape.
Comedy Night at The Center tonight
The Hollywood Art and Culture Center hosts a live Comedy Night tonight at 7 p.m. — good jokes, good vibes, and tickets available online. (Hollywood Art and Culture Center)
World Cup kickoff pool party at the Guitar Hotel tonight
Seminole Hard Rock kicks off the tournament with a World Cup Kickoff Pool Party featuring Jessi Uribe at The Guitar Hotel Pool tonight at 8:30 p.m. (Seminole Hard Rock Hollywood)
Matt Rife at Hard Rock Live on Friday
Comedian Matt Rife takes the stage at Hard Rock Live on Friday, June 26, at 8 p.m. (Seminole Hard Rock Hollywood)
Property Appraiser outreach at City Hall today
The Broward County Property Appraiser holds an outreach event at Hollywood City Hall today from 10 a.m. to noon in Room 219, 2600 Hollywood Boulevard. (City of Hollywood)
Free live music five nights a week on the Broadwalk
The Hollywood Beach Theatre, on the Broadwalk at Johnson Street, offers free live music five nights a week through the summer. (City of Hollywood)
July 4: Star-Spangled Spectacular returns to Hollywood Beach
Hollywood Beach is doing the Fourth in style again. The city says its annual Independence Day celebration returns Saturday, July 4. Live entertainment kicks off at 6 p.m., giving you a few hours to settle in, grab food, and find a good spot before the main event. Offshore fireworks light up the sky at 9 p.m., launched over the water for that classic beachfront view. It's a reliable, family-friendly way to spend the holiday, and the beach setting makes it. Plan to arrive early, since prime sand fills up fast on the Fourth. Full details are posted on the city's website.
Downtown watch party returns July 19
If you miss the June 27 kickoff, the city has a second downtown watch party and concert date set for July 19. (City of Hollywood)