Mark your calendars and prepare your palates, foodies and wine lovers will soon take over Las Olas Boulevard for the 28th Annual Las Olas Wine & Food Festival. In an event that promises a night of top-tier wines and exquisite bites, the American Lung Association is set to delight Fort Lauderdale food enthusiasts while supporting a noble cause.

Traffic might turn into a snarl in the area, as officials have announced road closures to smoothly run the festival. Starting from Friday, April 19 at 4 a.m., Las Olas Boulevard is expected to be off-limits from SE 6th Avenue to SE 11th Avenue. Commuters are advised to carefully plan their routes to perhaps avoid getting stuck during the event which concludes at 10:30 p.m. the same night.

For those attending the festival, the experience begins on April 19 at 7:30 p.m. and continues till 10:30 p.m., where guests will get to taste their way through diverse cuisines and vintage wines. This culinary evening does more than just tantalize your taste buds; it serves as a gathering of the community for those who share a common thread—the appreciation of fine food and wine, all while rallying for a cause that affects so many: the fight against lung diseases.

With the festival falling on a weekend, event-goers and residents need to simultaneously be mindful of the traffic adjustments. Visitors are encouraged to bypass the convenience of cars and to rather explore alternative transport options for a seamless evening. The roads are set to reopen on Saturday, April 20 at 6 a.m., which could make the ride home or the morning coffee run a little less hectic.

Details about the food and wine extravaganza are available on the official event website where you can explore more about the offerings, tickets, and the mission of the American Lung Association. To avoid any confusion or delay, check out the posted traffic advisory on the City of Fort Lauderdale's news release and plan your festival journey with a little extra time and care.