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Hollywood lays out yearlong centennial celebration plans and $500,000 funding allocation
Summary
Staff presented the Hollywood Centennial celebration schedule and marketing plan for 2025, including a City Hall lighting kickoff on Jan. 2, neighborhood oral histories, signature festivals, and sponsorship targets tied to a $500,000 commission allocation.
City staff and the Hollywood Centennial committee presented a yearlong slate of events and a marketing plan tied to a $500,000 commission allocation to celebrate Hollywood’s 100th anniversary in 2025.
Communications Director Joanne Hussey and Parks Director Ricky Engle outlined scheduled events including a City Hall lighting kickoff on Jan. 2, a downtown Ignite Art & Light Festival in February, a vintage Hollywood downtown celebration and concert in November, and themeing for recurring events (parades, festivals) throughout the year. The city has a dedicated web page (hollywoodfl.org/1hundred) and is seeking sponsorships to expand programming beyond the core allocation.
The Hollywood Historical Society will partner on oral histories, exhibits and neighborhood history projects; staff emphasized a community focus on neighborhood storytelling and business recognition. Commissioners urged inclusive imagery and broader outreach; staff said marketing creative can be adapted for diversity and neighborhood participation. The committee plans additional engagement and a November 2025 finale tied to the formal incorporation date.
