Holiday Park Dog Park is the fenced off-leash area inside Fort Lauderdale’s large Holiday Park complex. It has separate play areas for different dog sizes, shade trees, benches and drinking water, with parking and the park’s walking paths nearby.
Plan your visit
- Dog-park access: 901 Memorial Drive, Fort Lauderdale, FL 33304.
- General park address: The city lists Holiday Park at 1150 G. Harold Martin Drive.
- Dog-park hours: 7:30 a.m. to 7 p.m.
- Maintenance closures: Closed every Monday and Wednesday from 8 to 11 a.m.
- Play areas: Fenced off-leash areas for small and large dogs.
- Current construction: The city says the western portion of the dog park will remain closed during the Holiday Park improvement project, which is expected to continue into 2027.
Find the dog park entrance
Use the Memorial Drive side of Holiday Park for the dog-park entrance. The street address for the full recreation complex is different, so navigating to 901 Memorial Drive is more direct for the fenced dog area.
Get directions to Holiday Park Dog Park. Follow construction signs and keep your dog leashed from the parking area until you are safely inside the appropriate enclosure.
Construction and temporary access changes
Fort Lauderdale began a Holiday Park improvement project in 2026 that includes dog-park upgrades, a new playground, landscaping, wayfinding and walking-trail work. The city says the western portion of the dog park will remain closed during construction and that paths may have posted detours.
The wider project is expected to continue through 2027, weather permitting. Check the official Holiday Park page before traveling because enclosure access, parking and walking routes can change as work moves through the park.
Shade, water and nearby facilities
The dog park has mature trees and benches inside the fenced area. Visitors report drinking fountains and bowls for dogs, but service can change, so bring a portable bowl and backup water.
Holiday Park also has restrooms, walking and jogging paths, fitness stations, sports courts and open areas. Dogs must remain on a leash outside the designated dog park and are not allowed on athletic fields, courts, playgrounds, splash pads or in bodies of water.
What other park goers say
Park goers often mention the spacious fenced play areas, convenient central location, shade, water and opportunities for dogs to run and socialize. Visitors also like having walking paths and other recreation facilities nearby.
Some reviewers describe worn or muddy ground, occasional waste and concerns about rough play or inattentive handlers. The active construction may also change how much of the dog park is available. Watch the group through the fence before entering, supervise your dog closely and leave if play becomes unsafe.
Rules before you enter
Dogs must have current vaccinations and a license. Puppies under four months, dogs in heat, and ill or parasite-infected dogs are not allowed. Owners must remain with their dogs, clean up waste, prevent digging and excessive barking, and keep the gate closed.
The city limits each person to three dogs. Children under 13 must be accompanied by an adult. Food is prohibited except for treats used for training, and bicycles, roller skates and rollerblades are not allowed inside the dog park. The facility is unstaffed and use is at your own risk.
Before you go
- Check the official Holiday Park page for construction and closure updates.
- Review the city’s current dog-park hours and rules.
- Bring a leash, waste bags, a portable bowl and backup water.
- Use posted detours and avoid closed construction areas.
- Call Holiday Park at 954-828-5383 if your visit depends on a specific entrance or facility.
Last researched September 1, 2026. Construction, enclosure availability, hours, water service and park conditions can change.