Friday, November 29th
Dave Byron at Ford’s Garage & Naples Flatbread Miromar Outlets Naples 4-7p Fri
JP SOARS & THE RED HOTS at Dogtooth Sports Bar, Naples 7p Fri
Relentless Fire at The Center Bar at the Promenade at Bonita Bay 7-10p Fri
Black Friday Black Dress Dance Party at Seed to Table, Naples 8p-2a Fri
13 South LIVE at Jacks Seafood Bar & Grill 9p Fri
Happy Hour at Whiskey Park Naples 3-7p Fri-Sun
Kings Chambers at Whiskey Park Naples 8p Fri
Superstar Motown & Soul Dance Band ft. A Tribute to Donna Summer! Etta James! Pointer Sisters! Madonna! Aretha Franklin! at The Stage Bonita Springs Fri
MARTINI FRIDAY at Blue Martini, Naples 4-10p Fri
Danny Sinoff Trio at The London Club Naples 5-8p Fri
The Firm at The London Club Naples 8-11p Fri
Craig Shoemaker at Off the Hook Comedy Cafe Fri-Sun
Shelly Belly at Snappers Comedy Cafe, Fort Myers Fri-Sat
Coral Stone Band at Cavo, 9108 Strada PL Naples FL 7p Fri
DJ Promo & DJ Messina at Cavo, 9108 Strada PL Naples FL 10p Fri
Hardwire – A Tribute to Metallica at The Ranch Concert Hall Fort Myers 7p Fri
Beginner Class | Pavlo Bilych at Johnny and Lisa Dance, Naples 6:30p Fri
Kerri Moore at Stan’s, Goodland, FL 1-4p Fri
Rock Republic at Stan’s, Goodland, FL 6-9p Fri
Nigel Mack and The Blues Attack at Little Bar Restaurant, Goodland, FL 8p Fri
Billy J at Crabby Lady, Goodland, FL 8a-5p Fri
Geezers in Paradise at Snook Inn, Marco Island 1-5p Fri
The Rockefellers at Snook Inn, Marco Island 6-10p Fri
Downtown Tree Lighting – Celebrate the holiday season at Downtown Fort Myers’ annual Tree Lighting Ceremony at 7 p.m. with carols, Santa, and snow, all free and fun for the whole family. 2301 First Street, Fort Myers. 239-313-5129 or www.myriverdistrict.com.
ALL WEEKEND
November 27 — December 1
Opening weekend for Agatha Christie’s The Murder of Roger Ackroyd at the Florida Repertory Theatre. Start the holiday with some suspense by attending this stage adaptation of one of the famed mystery author’s best-known novels. The Fort Myers theater’s production runs through December 15. Click here for showtimes.
November 27 — November 30
Naples’ Third Street South Christmas on Third, Thanksgiving Week Festivities
Celebrate the season at the annual Christmas on Third in Naples, a month-long holiday event held in the historic Third Street South district. Starting Thanksgiving week, enjoy live Christmas music from 4 to 7 p.m. and magical snowfalls from 6:30 to 7 p.m. on select evenings.
November 30 — December 1
Punta Gorda’s 6th Annual Thanksgiving Weekend Sullivan Street Craft Festival
Let the holiday shopping commence at the Punta Gorda Thanksgiving weekend craft show. Stroll through the charming streets of the city’s downtown area while exploring unique creations from some of the nation’s top crafters. The event unfolds along the scenic Peace River and Gulf of Mexico, melding Yuletide cheer with a beautiful Florida backdrop.
Now through January 5, 2025
If you’re looking for a lighting spectacular, Naples Botanical Garden floods its grounds with thousands of luminous colors as part of their annual Johnsonville Night Lights in the Garden event. The event, which starts at 6 p.m. each night, launches this weekend and continues to shine through January 5. Stroll through the garden, and swing by the Fogg Café for a bite to eat.
November 29 to December 1
Continue to embrace the holiday season with Cape Coral’s Holiday Nights on the Lawn. This free, family-friendly event at Cape Coral City Hall has all the festive fixins’, like ice skating, local food trucks, a trackless train, vendors and visits with Santa. Stick around for live performances by Southwest Florida Symphony, a tree and menorah lighting ceremony, and an outdoor screening of Arthur Christmas. Activities start at 4 p.m.
Saturday, November 30th
Regarding the Farmer’s Markets, please confirm on your own that these are taking place.
Third Street South Farmer’s Market – Naples, Florida 7:30 am Sat
Vanderbilt Farmers Market, Galleria Shoppes· Naples, Florida 8:30a Sat
Bonita Springs Farmers Market, Promenade at Bonita Bay (January-May) 8am Sat
Cape Coral Farmer’s Market Cape Coral, Florida 9am Sat
East Fork Creek Farm Market – · East Fork Creek · Fort Myers 9am Sat
Farmers Market and Craft Show. University Village Shops · Fort Myers 9am Sat
Farmer’s Market in Ave Maria Town Center! Ave Maria 9am Sat
Bonita Springs Farmers Market at The Center Bar,
Promenade, Bonita Bay 12a-11p Sat
Music in the Garden, Naples Botanical Garden 2-4p Sat
Donna Holman at between Michael Kors & Polo Ralph Lauren,
Miromar Outlets Naples 4-7p Sat
HULCHER HOWARD & ASSOCIATES at Dogtooth Sports Bar, Naples 7p Sat
Thunder Beach at The Center Bar, Promenade, Bonita Bay 7-10p Sat
All Black Everything Party at Seed to Table, Naples 8p-2a Sat
Moonstone Riders LIVE at Jacks Seafood Bar & Grill 9p Sat
Sunset Saturday w/ local band at Paradise Coast Sports Complex 6p Sat
College Football at Whiskey Park, Naples Sat
BRUNCH at Whiskey Park, Naples 11a-2p Sat
Happy Hour at Whiskey Park Naples 3-7p Fri-Sun
Matty Jollie at Whiskey Park Naples 8p Sat
Tina Turner’s Greatest Hits Plus Celine Dion and Cher!
at The Stage Bonita Springs Sat
SATURDAY NIGHT OUT at Blue Martini, Naples 4-10p Sat
Tessie Hornus at The London Club Naples 5-8p Sat
Carmen at The London Club Naples 8-11p Sat
Just Denny at Mario’s Restaurant, Shoppe’s at Grande Oaks, Estero 6-8p Sat
Craig Shoemaker at Off the Hook Comedy Cafe Fri-Sun
Shelly Belly at Snappers Comedy Cafe, Fort Myers Fri-Sat
The Reckless Saints at Music Under the Banyan, Mercato 6-8p Sat
One 80 Band at Cavo, 9108 Strada PL Naples FL 6:30p Sat
DJ Bigg Jon & DJ A.K.A at Cavo, 9108 Strada PL Naples FL 9:30p Sat
DJ Johnny at Johnny and Lisa Dance, Naples 7-10p Sat
Hot Damn Duo at Stan’s, Goodland, FL 1-5p Sat
Tommy D at Little Bar Restaurant, Goodland, FL 1p Sat
The Rachelle Coba Band at Little Bar Restaurant, Goodland, FL 8p Sat
Brad Allison Band at Crabby Lady, Goodland, FL 1-5p Sat
Jimmy O. and Rhonda Lee at Snook Inn, Marco Island 1-5p Sat
Kim Everett Band at Snook Inn, Marco Island 6-10p Sat
Kids Day – Join Miromar Outlets for face painting, crafts, pizza and much more at the WINK Playland from 10 a.m.-12 p.m. 10801 Corkscrew Road, Estero. 239-948-3766 or www.miromaroutlets.com.
Holiday Fair – Bell Tower hosts a Small Business Saturday Holiday Fair from 10 a.m.-3 p.m. at 13499 S. Cleveland Ave., Fort Myers. 239-489-1221 or www.belltowerfl.com.
Art in the Park – Cambier Park hosts the Naples Art Institute’s Art in the Park on Nov. 30, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Enjoy a variety of ARTful gifts from different artists and vendors. 755 8th Street South, Naples. 585 Park Street, Naples. 239-262-6517 or www.naplesart.org.
Tree Lighting – Gulf Coast Town Center’s Seventh Annual Tree Lighting Ceremony is from 5-8 p.m. Kick off the holiday season with live Broadway-style performances, a tree lighting, photos with Santa, face painting and festive activities, all while supporting Community Cooperative with donations and proceeds. 9903 Gulf Coast Main St., Fort Myers. 239-267-5107 or www.gulfcoasttowncenter.com.
Sunday, December 1st
Koreshan State Park Farmers Market 18731 Three Oaks Pkwy, Fort Myers 8a-1p Sun
Golden Gate Farmers Market near Golden Gate Ace Hardware 9a-2p Sun
Sanibel Island Farmers Market in Sanibel City Hall 9a-1p Sun
Rookery Bay Farmers Market through May 28 8a-1p Sun
Pine Ridge Road Farmers Market 9a-1p Sun
Take Your Dog to the Garden, Naples Botanical Garden 9-11a Sun/Tues
Bill Hammond at between Ford’s Garage & Naples Flatbread,
Miromar Outlets Naples 1-4p Sun
Steve Chauvette at between Michael Kors & Polo Ralph Lauren,
Miromar Outlets Naples 1-4p Sun
NFL SUNDAY TICKET at Dogtooth Sports Bar, Naples 1-6p Sun
MICHAEL D’AMORE at Dogtooth Sports Bar, Naples 6:30p Sun
New York Rhythm at The Center Bar, Promenade, Bonita Bay 5-8p Sun
Country Jam at Seed to Table, Naples 1-9p Sun
Sunday Party Brunch at Food & Thought 2 11a-2p Sun
Monthly Wellness Market at Food & Thought 2 4-8p Sun
Sunday night Karaoke with Steve! at Jacks Seafood Bar & Grill 9:30p Sun
NFL FOOTBALL at Jacks Seafood Bar & Grill 1p Sun
BRUNCH at Whiskey Park Naples 11-2p Sun
NFL Sunday Ticket at Whiskey Park Naples Sun
Happy Hour at Whiskey Park Naples 3-7p Sun
SIN SUNDAYS at Blue Martini, Naples 4-8p Sun
Craig Shoemaker at Off the Hook Comedy Cafe Fri-Sun
Dan Vass at Little Bar Restaurant, Goodland, FL 1p Sun
Raiford Starke at Little Bar Restaurant, Goodland, FL 6p Sun
Holiday Bazaar – Koreshan State Park hosts a holiday bazaar from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. A fun-filled day of singing, shopping, and visiting with Santa. Free with paid park admission. 3800 Corkscrew Road, Estero. 239-992-0311 or www.floridastateparks.org/parks-andtrails/ koreshan-state-park.
Coastal Art Walk – The Esplanade on Marco Island presents a Coast Art Walk 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Enjoy a day of art, free admission and parking. 760 North Collier Boulevard, Marco Island. 239-963-9879 or www.esplanadeshoppesatmarcoisland.com.
FloridaCon – SW-FloridaCon is at Embassy Suites from 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Attend this multi-genre fan convention featuring over 100 exhibitors, comic industry professionals, and celebrities from comics, toys, gaming, cosplay and more. Admission is $20 and free for children under 11. 10450 Corkscrew Commons Dr., Estero. www.swfloridacomiccon.com.
Car Show – Cool Cruisers hosts a Car Show at Miromar Outlets from 11 a.m.-2 p.m. Check out a display of custom and exotic cars. 10801 Corkscrew Road, Estero. 239-948-3766 or www.miromaroutlets.com.
Big Band Concert – Swing into the holidays with Naples Big Band performance at Cambier Park 2 p.m. Free to attend, but donations are appreciated. 755 8th Avenue South, Naples. naplesbigband.com/home.
Candlelight Concerts – The Gulf Coast Symphony continues its candlelight concerts with The Best of Hans Zimmer at 6 p.m. and A Tribute to Coldplay at 8:30 p.m. by the Listeso String Quartet at the Music & Arts Community Center. Tickets are $43-$70. Shows sold separately. 13411 Shire Lane, Fort Myers. 239-277-1700 or www.gulfcoastsymphony.org.
Naples Ballet and Naples Philharmonic reunite for their interpretation of The Nutcracker. Experience the enchanting story of Clara, the Sugar Plum Fairy and the Nutcracker Prince through stunning choreography and Tchaikovsky’s iconic music. Don’t miss this timeless tradition starting at 7 p.m. and a second showing on Sunday, December 1—a perfect escape for the whole family.
The Ranch Concert Hall & Saloon in Fort Myers opens its doors for its Christmas Shopping at the Ranch experience from 1 to 6 p.m. Browse products from an array of incredible small businesses while enjoying festive cocktails and supporting The Donate 4 Kids Foundation. It’s the perfect opportunity to find unique gifts this holiday weekend and give back to the community.