Rock and Roll Hall of Fame inductees Kool and the Gang headline the City of Hollywood's Centennial Celebration at ArtsPark at Young Circle, 1 Young Circle, Hollywood, FL on Saturday, November 22, 2026. The event is free, runs from 5 PM to 11 PM, and Kool and the Gang take the stage at 9 PM.
If you are looking for where to stay for the Kool and the Gang concert in Hollywood, FL, Hollywood Beach is the answer. ArtsPark at Young Circle is less than 1 mile from the Hollywood Beach Broadwalk, a 5-minute drive or 15-minute walk from both Ultra Spaces properties. You get the concert, the beach, and a full kitchen to come back to after the show.
The Mariner Suites at 702 N Surf Rd and Ultra Blue Apartments at 315 Buchanan St are both less than 1 mile from ArtsPark, with full kitchens, no resort fee, and direct booking at ultra-spaces.com.
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Kool and the Gang in Hollywood, FL Event Details
Kool and the Gang are Rock and Roll Hall of Fame inductees with two Grammy Awards, seven American Music Awards, and a Hollywood Walk of Fame star. Their hits include Celebration, Get Down on It, Jungle Boogie, Ladies Night, and Fresh. The Hollywood, FL concert on November 22 is a free public show headlining the City of Hollywood's 100th birthday celebration.
Event opens: 5:00 PM
Michael Arenella and His Dreamland Orchestra: 7:00 PM
Kool and the Gang on stage: 9:00 PM
Event ends: 11:00 PM
Venue: ArtsPark at Young Circle, 1 Young Circle, Hollywood, FL 33020
Admission: Free no tickets required
Also at the event: Classic car show, laser light show, pyrotechnics, 2,000 birthday cupcakes, kids activities, 40 plus vendor booths, centenarian recognition ceremony
The Full Centennial Weekend: November 20 to 22
The Kool and the Gang show is the finale of a three-day Centennial Celebration that makes the whole weekend worth staying for, not just Saturday night.
Friday, November 21: Centennial Celebration with On the Roxx in concert, Tree Lighting, and Santa at ArtsPark. Free from 5 PM to 10 PM.
Saturday, November 22: The main event. Classic car show, kids activities, laser light show, pyrotechnics, Michael Arenella and His Dreamland Orchestra at 7 PM, Kool and the Gang at 9 PM. Free from 5 PM to 11 PM.
For guests staying at The Mariner Suites or Ultra Blue Apartments, Thursday's Sippin Fire concert at the Bandshell is a short walk from either property. Saturday's Kool and the Gang show at ArtsPark is less than a mile away.
The Mariner Suites
The Mariner Suites at 702 N Surf Rd, Hollywood Beach, FL sits directly on the Hollywood Beach Broadwalk, less than 1 mile from ArtsPark at Young Circle. Oceanfront balcony suites from $119 per night. 4.9-star rating from over 900 guests. Full kitchen in every suite. No resort fee.
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Directly on the Hollywood Beach Broadwalk, Atlantic Ocean views from the balcony.
Full kitchen in every suite, pre-show dinner and post-show food sorted without a restaurant.
Thursday Bandshell concert walking distance from the property.
No resort fee, booked direct at ultra-spaces.com.
4.9-star rating from over 900 verified guest reviews.
The Mariner Suites
702 N Surf Rd, Hollywood Beach, FL · From $119/night · 4.9 stars · No resort fee
Book Now →Ultra Blue Apartments
Attending with a group or family? Ultra Blue Apartments at 315 Buchanan St, Hollywood Beach, FL has three two-bedroom apartments, each sleeping up to 6 guests, from $149 per night. Full kitchen, 3-minute walk to the Broadwalk, less than 1 mile from ArtsPark. No resort fee. 4.9-star rating on top units.
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Three 2-bedroom apartments, each sleeping up to 6 guests.
Full kitchen in every unit, cook together before and after the show.
3-minute walk to the Hollywood Beach Broadwalk and the Atlantic Ocean.
No resort fee, book direct at ultra-spaces.com.
4.9-star rating on top units (Apt 2 and Apt 4).
Ultra Blue Apartments
315 Buchanan St, Hollywood Beach, FL · From $149/night · Sleeps up to 6 · No resort fee
Book Now →Getting to ArtsPark from Hollywood Beach
ArtsPark at Young Circle is in downtown Hollywood, about 0.7 miles from the Broadwalk. From either Ultra Spaces property, it is a 5-minute drive, 15-minute walk, or a very short rideshare. Given the road closures the city has announced for Saturday, rideshare pickup on a side street away from Young Circle is the easiest post-show move.
Road closure note: Hollywood Boulevard between 19th Ave and US-1 closes at noon on Saturday. Plan rideshare pickup on a side street.
Free parking downtown: City garages are free Saturday, November 22 from 10 AM to midnight.
Thursday Bandshell concert: Walking distance from both properties along the Broadwalk.
Where to Stay for Kool and the Gang Hollywood FL Comparison
| Option | Distance to ArtsPark | Best For | Kitchen | From |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Mariner Suites | Under 1 mile | Couples, oceanfront | Full kitchen | $119/night |
| Ultra Blue Apartments | Under 1 mile | Groups of 4 to 6 | Full kitchen | $149/night |
| Downtown hotels | Walking distance | Max convenience | Rarely | $$$ + fees |
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When is Kool and the Gang playing in Hollywood FL? +
Kool and the Gang headline the City of Hollywood Centennial Celebration at ArtsPark at Young Circle, 1 Young Circle, Hollywood, FL on Saturday, November 22, 2026. The event runs from 5 PM to 11 PM. Kool and the Gang take the stage at 9 PM. Admission is free.
Where to stay for Kool and the Gang Hollywood FL? +
The Mariner Suites at 702 N Surf Rd and Ultra Blue Apartments at 315 Buchanan St, both in Hollywood Beach, FL, are less than 1 mile from ArtsPark at Young Circle. The Mariner Suites from $119/night for couples. Ultra Blue Apartments from $149/night for groups of up to 6. Both have full kitchens, no resort fee, and book direct at ultra-spaces.com.
Is the Kool and the Gang concert in Hollywood FL free? +
Yes. The Kool and the Gang concert at ArtsPark at Young Circle in Hollywood, FL on November 22, 2026 is completely free. No tickets required. It is part of the City of Hollywood Centennial Celebration.
Where to stay after Kool and the Gang Hollywood FL? +
The Mariner Suites and Ultra Blue Apartments on Hollywood Beach are both less than 1 mile from ArtsPark, a 5-minute drive or short rideshare after the show. The Mariner Suites sits directly on the Broadwalk from $119/night. Ultra Blue Apartments is 3 minutes from the beach from $149/night. Both book direct at ultra-spaces.com with no resort fee.
What time does Kool and the Gang take the stage in Hollywood FL? +
Kool and the Gang take the stage at 9 PM on Saturday, November 22, 2026. The event at ArtsPark at Young Circle opens at 5 PM, with Michael Arenella and His Dreamland Orchestra opening at 7 PM.
How far is ArtsPark Hollywood from the beach? +
ArtsPark at Young Circle is about 0.7 miles from the Hollywood Beach Broadwalk, roughly a 15-minute walk or 5-minute drive. The Mariner Suites and Ultra Blue Apartments on Hollywood Beach are both less than 1 mile from ArtsPark.
Stay on Hollywood Beach for the Kool and the Gang Weekend
Less than 1 mile from ArtsPark · Full kitchen · No resort fee · Book direct