“Why My Mom Deserves a Getaway” Contest

Two happy women talking in cafe. Aged woman and her adult daughter drinking coffee at cafe. Mothers day.

Moms deserve the very best, and Riverwalk Arts & Entertainment District is pleased to offer its “Why My Mom Deserves a Getaway” contest, running Friday, March 1–Monday, April 15. Entrants will have a chance to win the grand prize: a two-night getaway for two to The District through the Stay, Play & Ride Package at the iconic Riverside Hotel on Las Olas Boulevard; second-place prize: a night out in The District; or the third-place prize: a day in The District.

Entrants simply need to write ― in 250 words or less ― why their mom deserves a getaway in Fort Lauderdale on the Stay, Play & Ride Package. Submissions will be accepted March 1–April 15. Winners will be notified by Wednesday, April 24.

Another promotion to show how much mom is loved is The District’s “Picture My Mom in The District!” Anyone can submit a photo showcasing their mom, which will be featured on Riverwalk A&E social media channels throughout May. All who enter a photo will be automatically entered to win a $200 gift certificate to The Galleria at Fort Lauderdale mall, where they can pamper their mom with a shopping spree, plus two passes for complimentary entry to four Riverwalk A&E Cultural Partner venues (NSU Art Museum Fort Lauderdale, Historic Stranahan House Museum, Bonnet House Museum & Gardens, and History Fort Lauderdale.) The deadline to enter a photo is Friday, May 31. The winner will be notified by Friday, June 7. Prizes must be redeemed by Tuesday, Dec. 31, 2019.

Grand Prize: Treat Mom to a Two-Night Getaway in The District
A two-night/three-day Stay, Play & Ride getaway for two. Must be used before Sept. 30, 2019. Confirmed reservation is based on projected availability. Exclusive of taxes, gratuities, fees and other charges.

• Two nights’/three days’ deluxe accommodations, based on double occupancy; automatic upgrade to next room category based on projected availability
• Daily breakfast for two at Indigo restaurant (up to a $20 credit, per person, per day)
• Complimentary glass of wine or cocktail with entrée at Wild Sea Oyster Bar and Grill
• Winner’s choice of entry to any two from four Riverwalk A&E venues, any day of their stay*
• Complimentary passes to ride the Sun Trolley
• A voucher to receive a savings book from The Galleria at Fort Lauderdale mall containing more than 40 offers, valued at over $300 in savings
• Complimentary valet parking for one vehicle per room
• Two passes to ride the Brightline train to either West Palm Beach or Miami

*Riverwalk A&E cultural venues include NSU Art Museum Fort Lauderdale, Historic Stranahan House Museum, Bonnet House Museum & Gardens, and History Fort Lauderdale.

Second Place: Take Mom for a Night Out in The District!

• $150 gift certificate to YOLO Las Olas
• Two tickets to see “Anastasia” (April 23–May 5)
• Two passes to the winner’s choice of one of the following Riverwalk A&E cultural venues: NSU Art Museum Fort Lauderdale, Historic Stranahan House Museum, Bonnet House Museum & Gardens, and History Fort Lauderdale

Third Place: Spend the Day with Mom in The District!

• $100 gift certificate to Etaru Japanese Bar & Grill
• Two passes to the winner’s choice of one of the following Riverwalk A&E cultural venues: NSU Art Museum Fort Lauderdale, Historic Stranahan House Museum, Bonnet House Museum & Gardens, and History Fort Lauderdale
• A tour on the Water Taxi

To enter the contests and read the rules, visit https://www.riverwalkae.com/mothers-day/.