This weekend getaway is for the guys. Plan a relaxed father-son trip or gather your closest friends for a few days in Pompano Beach, the ultimate playground for adventure, good eats, and bonding. Spend your days teeing off on scenic golf courses, reeling in a trophy fish, or making the rounds on a brewery crawl. This is your go-to “mancation” game plan.

Day 1 – Tee Off & Toast to the Weekend

Morning – Arrival & First Round of Golf 

A father and son walking on a beautiful, green golf course in Pompano Beach. Dad's bag is on a push cart, and the son is carrying his bag.

Start your trip in Pompano Beach by arriving early and settling into your choice of accommodations, whether it’s a waterfront resort or hotel, or a vacation rental with plenty of communal space to hang out. For coastal luxury, the newly renovated Fort Lauderdale Marriott Pompano Beach Resort sports fresh guest rooms and suites, and a stunning zero-entry pool. If your guys’ getaway is centered around fishing and watersports, most charters depart from the Hillsboro Inlet Fishing Center, just about a mile from the hotel. The revamped Sands Harbor Resort & Marina on the Intracoastal is another convenient option close to the water.

Drop your luggage, grab your golf bags, and hit the links. Pompano Beach Golf Course features two 18-hole courses: the renovated, more challenging Pines Golf Course or the adjacent Palms Course with a classic Florida feel. Either way, you’ll get beautiful scenery.

Afternoon – Casual Bites & Coastal Relaxation

Three men dressed in golf clothing, sitting at an outdoor dining table adjacent to the Pompano Beach Golf Course, are being served lunch by a server. There is a pint of beer and a glass of water in front of each man.

Keep things easy with a casual lunch at on-site Galuppi’s, where you can sit outside, enjoy sweeping course views, and dig into burgers, sandwiches, or tacos. If you’re itching to put your toes in the sand, head to Lucky Fish Beach Bar & Grill for fresh seafood, cold drinks, and ocean views. Afterward, soak up some beach time — you’ve earned it.

Evening – Steak, Seafood & Brews by the Water

Beach House Pompano serves up beachside bliss with panoramic ocean views from its two-story perch and generous portions, from sushi and seafood specialties to wood-fired filets and pork chops.

When it comes to fun things to do for a guys’ night out, Briny Irish Pub is an institution for good reason. The upscale dive bar sits across the street from the beach, which is why we call it the Beach Block, a strip that’s also home to several mom-and-pop restaurants, and is the perfect place to swap stories, down a pint, and catch live music.   

Day 2 – Fishing, Breweries & Nightlife

Morning – Charter the Open Waters

Five guys sitting on the bow of a fishing boat heading out to go fishing in beautifully clear blue waters off Pompano Beach.

Fishing is a favored pastime in Pompano Beach, with options ranging from deep-sea charters to casting a line off the Fisher Family Pier. It’s a great way to build camaraderie and maybe even reel in a prized catch like sailfish, mahi mahi, or wahoo. For a father-son trip, Captain Sunshine Charters caters to families, or book a private group charter from Hillsboro Inlet Fishing Center or Sands Harbor Marina. On a budget? The Pier offers an easy, affordable way to fish, with a $27 all-day package that includes your fishing pole, a bucket, bait and a knife to cut your bait up.

Afternoon – Refuel & Raise a Glass

A glass of stout beer sitting on a bar with blurred out taps behind it.

Toast your fishing success at the newly remodeled 26° Brewery & Kitchen, where you can split crowd-pleasers like gator bites and coconut shrimp, while sampling a flight of local brews. If you still have energy, hit up some of the other top breweries in the region.

Evening – Big Flavors & Night Out

An outdoor restaurant patio with a 100-year-old tree in the center, creating a canopy over diners.

Grab the boys for dinner at South Bar & Kitchen, known for bold Southern flavors and a rich bourbon menu. Snag a table on the outdoor patio beneath the 100-year-old tree and enjoy live music on the weekends. Dig into Southern grits, a filet, a New York strip, or a burger slathered with candied bacon jam. Still going strong? Head to Revelry for retro vibes, cocktails, and more live music.

Day 3 – Easy Mornings & Memorable Send-Off

Morning – One Last Adventure

Four men getting ready to go out into the ocean with SUP boards and surf boards in Pompano Beach.

You still have time for one more adventure. Rent a paddleboard, kayak, or beach chairs with American Watersports Pompano Beach to soak up the sun. You and the crew can also take a short bike ride along the coast, or squeeze in a quick round at Palm Aire Country Club, home to three courses for all levels.

Afternoon – Farewell Feast

Man playing a guitar under a blue umbrella on the patio of Oceanic

Cap off the weekend with a laid-back beachfront meal at Oceanic at Pompano Beach Pier, a popular brunch spot with tranquil beach and pier views. Reserve a table on the terrace and toast to your “mancation” with an Oceanic Bloody Mary (topped with shrimp and candied bacon) before diving into seafood dishes. The ocean breeze and views might even tempt you to extend your stay or begin planning your next trip. A Pompano Beach guys’ trip is an annual tradition worth keeping.