Friday, January 17th
Kickstart at Friday Night Concert Series at Restaurant Piazza,
Miromar Outlets Naples 6-8p Fri
Manny T at Ford’s Garage & Naples Flatbread,
Miromar Outlets Naples 4-7p Fri
DEB & THE DYNAMICS at Dogtooth Sports Bar, Naples 7p Fri
Skeletens at The Center Bar at the Promenade at Bonita Bay 7-10p Fri
Friday Night at the Beer Bar, Seed to Table, Naples 4-7p Fri
Flashback Fridays at Seed to Table, Naples 8p-2a Fri
Soapy Tuna at Jacks Seafood Bar & Grill 9p Fri
Happy Hour at Whiskey Park Naples 3-7p Fri-Sun
Joe Yeoman Band at Whiskey Park Naples 9p Fri
The All New Show Dance Band Featuring Hits From Frankie Valli,
Four Seasons & Jersey Boys + Special Guest Stars Bee Gees! 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
Matt Chadwick at The London Club Naples 8-11p Fri
Tom Arnold at Off the Hook Comedy Cafe Fri-Sat
Rob Little at Snappers Comedy Cafe, Fort Myers Fri-Sat
Radio Band at Cavo, 9108 Strada PL Naples FL 7-10p Fri
DJ Jordy at Cavo, 9108 Strada PL Naples FL 10p Fri
Completely Unchained-Van Halen Tribute at The Ranch Concert Hall Fort Myers 7p Fri
DJ Bernie at Johnny and Lisa Dance, Naples 7-10p Sat
Big Cypress Band at Stan’s, Goodland, FL 6-9p Fri
Amanda Fish Band at Little Bar Restaurant, Goodland, FL 8p Fri
Matt & Zack at Crabby Lady, Goodland, FL 3-6p Fri
Jack Shealy Band at The Boardroom Tavern, Marco Island 6-9p Fri
Geezers in Paradise at Snook Inn, Marco Island 1-5p Fri
Coral Stone Band at Snook Inn, Marco Island 6-10p Fri
Music Walk – Fort Myers Music Walk runs from 6-10 p.m. in the historic downtown Fort Myers River District. On the third Friday of each month, local and regional musicians line the streets to play everything from jazz to blues to rock and roll. 239-313-5129, [email protected] or www.myriverdistrict.com.
Candlelight Concert – The Gulf Coast Symphony continues its candlelight concerts with A Tribute to Bad Bunny with shows at 6 & 8 p.m. by the Listeso String Quartet at the Music & Arts Community Center. Tickets are $43-$70. Shows are sold separately. 13411 Shire Lane, Fort Myers. 239-277-1700 or www.gulfcoastsymphony.org.
Marlow Rosada – Arts Bonita presents Marlow Rosado performing music from the Golden Era of Latin Music at 7:30 p.m. Grammy award-winning Rosada takes the stage for an evening of top Latin hits. Tickets start at $38. 10150 Bonita Beach Road, Bonita Springs. 239-495-8989 or www.artsbonita.org.
Dance Performance – Paul Taylor Dance Company performs with the Naples Philharmonic at Artis—Naples at 7:30 p.m. in Hayes Hall. Tickets start at $65. 5833 Pelican Bay Boulevard, Naples. 239-597-1900 or www.artisnaples.org.
ALL WEEKEND
28th Annual Art Fest Naples
Find all kinds of artists from around the country at Fleischmann Park this weekend. A portion of monies raised go to St. Vincent de Paul. Saturday 10am to 5pm and Sunday, 10am to 4pm. Free. More info here.
21st Annual Festival Of The Birds
Celebrating all things birding, this annual event is put on by Rookery Bay in Naples. You’ll find an array of special programs, birding adventures, workshops and lots more. Event times and prices vary. Thursday through Monday. More info here.
Florida Everblades
The Championship Florida Everblades take to the ice Friday and Saturday at Hertz Arena in Estero. Saturday is the annual Star Wars night. Fans are encouraged to dress in their Star Wars gear or as their favorite character from the movie. Puck drops at 7:30 Friday, 7:00 Saturday. Ticket prices vary. More info here.
SWFL Wine and Food Fest
This two day event features chef dinners, a grand food and wine tasting event featuring signature chefs and vintners, and a festive auction. The proceeds benefit Southwest Florida Children’s Charities and Golisano Children’s Hospital. This year’s grand tasting and auction take place at Coconut Point Hyatt in Bonita Springs, January 17th and 18th. More info here.
28th Annual Sullivan Street Craft Festival
This art show takes over Sullivan Street in Punta Gorda. It’s a popular annual event that features the one-of-a-kind works of talented artists from around the country. Saturday and Sunday 10am to 5pm. Free. More info here.
Punta Gorda Seafood & Music Festival
These festivities kick off Friday at 4pm and run all weekend long. You get to enjoy a wide range of live music both day and night while trying fantastic seafood. If seafood is not your thing, there are other options. Explore the a market place, arts and crafts, and more. Gates open at 11am Saturday and Sunday in Laishley Park. Free. More info here.
The Cape Coral Parks and Recreation Department kicks off the 34th annual Tour De Cape with a weekend of activities. Festivities begin Friday at 4 p.m. in Rotary Park with live music by Cape Coral singer/songwriter Collin Roberts and bites from Caritos Gourmet Empanadas. Come back throughout the weekend for a 5K Walk and Run on Saturday and a bike tour on Sunday morning.
Saturday, January 18th
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
Kari Melissa & Dante at between Ford’s Garage & Naples Flatbread,
Miromar Outlets Naples 4-7p Sat
Gregory Griffith at between Michael Kors & Polo Ralph Lauren,
Miromar Outlets Naples 4-7p Sat
BIG BUCK & THE BISCUIT BOYS at Dogtooth Sports Bar, Naples 7p Sat
One Night Stand at The Center Bar, Promenade, Bonita Bay 7-10p Sat
Saturday Night at the Beer Bar, Seed to Table, Naples 4-7p Sat
Moonstone Riders at Jacks Seafood Bar & Grill 9p Sat
Sunset Saturday w/ local band at Paradise Coast Sports Complex 6p Sat
BRUNCH at Whiskey Park, Naples 11a-2p Sat
Happy Hour at Whiskey Park Naples 3-7p Fri-Sun
Good Intentions at Whiskey Park Naples 8:30p Sat
The Traveling Wilburys! Featuring Songs From Bob Dylan, Tom Petty,
Roy Orbison, George Harrison, Jeff Lynne! at The Stage Bonita Springs Sat
SATURDAY NIGHT OUT at Blue Martini, Naples 4-10p Sat
Matt Chadwick at The London Club Naples 5-8p Sat
Scott Earl Holman at The London Club Naples 8-11p Sat
Just Denny at Mario’s Restaurant, Shoppe’s at Grande Oaks, Estero 6-8p Sat
Tom Arnold at Off the Hook Comedy Cafe Fri-Sat
Rob Little at Snappers Comedy Cafe, Fort Myers Fri-Sat
Wendell Ray at Music Under the Banyan, Mercato 6-8p Sat
Red, White and Blue Inaugural Brunch at Cavo, 9108 Strada PL Naples FL 3-7p Sat
Havana Band at Cavo, 9108 Strada PL Naples FL Sat
DJ Bigg Jon at Cavo, 9108 Strada PL Naples FL 9:30 Sat
Nightbird-The Ultimate Tribute to Stevie Nicks at The Ranch Concert Hall
Fort Myers 7p Sat
Westie Night at Johnny and Lisa Dance, Naples 6:30p Sun
Hat Trick at Stan’s, Goodland, FL 1-5p Sat
Merrill at Little Bar Restaurant, Goodland, FL 1p Sat
Them Hamilton Boys at Little Bar Restaurant, Goodland, FL 8p Sat
Geezers – N – Paradize at Crabby Lady, Goodland, FL 1-5p Sat
Flat Liners at The Boardroom Tavern, Marco Island 6-9p Sat
Jimmy O. and Rhonda Lee at Snook Inn, Marco Island 1-5p Sat
Elliott West Band at Snook Inn, Marco Island 6-10p Sat
Doll Show & Sale – The Naples Doll Club presents a Doll Show & Sale from 9 a.m.-3 p.m. at Moorings Presbyterian Church. Shop vintage and antique dolls, teddy bears and more. Admission is $6. 791 Harbour Drive, Naples. 239-571-5082.
Artisan Market – Local Ladies Social Network hosts an Artisan Market at Bell Tower from 10 a.m.-3 p.m. 13499 S. Cleveland Ave., Fort Myers. 239-489-1221 or www.belltowerfl.com.
Empty Bowls Naples – Help raise money and awareness in the fight against hunger with Empty Bowls Naples 11 a.m.- 2 p.m. at Cambier Park. Pick a handcrafted bowl and enjoy soup from local restaurants. Admission is $15. 755 8th Avenue South, Naples. www.fifthavenuesouth.com.
Rockabillaque – Florida Weekly presents the 5th Annual Rockabillaque. Rockabillaque Florida is the biggest festival of its kind in Florida, celebrating mid-century and 1950s Americana. This action-packed day and night features national and regional musical acts, a classic car and vintage bike show, contests including pin-up, tattoo, and beard and moustache, plus a vendors’ market, food trucks, free attendance and more. For more information, visit www.rockabillaqueflorida.com. 506 S. First Street, Immokalee. 239-658-1313 or www.moreinparadise.com.
Voice Competition – The Luciano Pavarotti Foundation Opera Naples International Voice Competition final is at FGCU’s U. Tobe Recital Hall at 2 p.m. Tickets are $35. 10501 FGCU Blvd. S., Fort Myers. 239-963-9050 or www.operanaples.org.
Around the World in 90 Minutes – Carl Granieri Trio and Voyces perform at the Norris Center from 7-9 p.m. A musical world tour in only 90 minutes to kick off the new year. Tickets start at $35. 755 8th Avenue South, Naples. 239-213-7120 or www.naplesgov.com.
Allan Harris – Jazz artist Allan Harris performs at 7:30 p.m. at Arts Bonita. An evening of jazz music by an award-winning performer. Tickets start at $38. 10150 Bonita Beach Road, Bonita Springs. 239-495-8989 or www.artsbonita.org.
Sunday, January 19th
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
Manny Z at between Ford’s Garage & Naples Flatbread,
Miromar Outlets Naples 1-4p Sun
Tommie Dee & D at between Michael Kors & Polo Ralph Lauren,
Miromar Outlets Naples 1-4p Sun
DOOGTOOTH JAM at Dogtooth Sports Bar, Naples 1p Sun
SLG LATIN GROOVE at Dogtooth Sports Bar, Naples 6:30p Sun
Bonita Springs Art Walk at The Center Bar, Promenade, Bonita Bay 10a-5p Sun
Sunday Funday at Seed to Table, Naples 1-9p Sun
NFL FOOTBALL at Jacks Seafood Bar & Grill 1p Sun
NFL Sunday Ticket at Whiskey Park Naples Sun
BRUNCH at Whiskey Park Naples 11-2p Sun
Happy Hour at Whiskey Park Naples 3-7p Sun
The Kings of Swings and Comedy from The Rat Pack Featuring Dean Martin!
Frank Sinatra! and Sammy Davis JR! at The Stage Bonita Springs Sun
SIN SUNDAYS at Blue Martini, Naples 4-8p Sun
That 1 Mailman & Friends at Off the Hook Comedy Cafe Sun
Not So Newlywed Game at Snappers Comedy Cafe, Fort Myers Sun
10th Annual Line Dance Workshop at The Ranch Concert Hall Fort Myers 9a-4p Sun
Shane Duncan Band at Stan’s, Goodland, FL 1-6p Sun
King Margo at Little Bar Restaurant, Goodland, FL 1p Sun
Edison Schetter at Little Bar Restaurant, Goodland, FL 6p Sun
Joe Yeoman Band at Crabby Lady, Goodland, FL 1-5p Sun
Brad Allison at The Boardroom Tavern, Marco Island 6-9p Sun
Marco Midnight at Snook Inn, Marco Island 1-5p Sun
Flight Risk at Snook Inn, Marco Island 6-10p Sun
Cars and Coffee – Mercato hosts Cars and Coffee 239 from 9 to 11 a.m. Browse cool cars, sip coffee and listen to live music at 9110 Strada Place, Naples. 239254-1080 or experiencemercato.com.
Pet Fest – Third Street South presents the 16th Annual Pets on Third from 9 a.m.-1 p.m. for a pet parade and pet fest. Match you and your pet to this year’s theme of ICONIC PAIRS, shop local businesses and win a costume contest to benefit the Humane Society of Naples. Third Street South, Naples. 239-649-6707 or thirdstreetsouth.com.
Anime Fest – The SWFL Anime-Fest is at Embassy Suites Hotel from 10 a.m.- 5 p.m. This convention celebrates anime, manga and pop culture, catering to collectors and fans of various genres. Admission is $20. 10450 Corkscrew Commons Drive, Estero. www.swflanimefest.com.
Concert Band – The Bonita Springs Concert Band performs from 2 to 3:30 p.m. at Riverside Park. Free event, but donations are appreciated. 10450 Reynold Street, Bonita Springs. bonitaspringsconcertband.org.
Big Band Caliente – The Gulfcoast Big Band performs 2-4 p.m. at Cambier Park. Free concert, but donations appreciated. 755 8th Avenue South, Naples. 239-877-6090 or www.gulfcoastbigband.com.
Legends Concert – The Hilton of Naples hosts a tribute show to Frankie Valli and Four Seasons at 3 & 7 p.m. as part of their Legends Concert Series. Tickets start at $45, and doors open 45 minutes prior to show time. 5111 Tamiami Trail North, Naples. 239-227-9696 or www.legendsconcertseries.com/musicnights-at-the-hilton-naples-florida.
Russian Masterpieces – Naples Philharmonic Wang Chamber Music performs at 3 p.m. at Artis—Naples in Daniels Pavilion. Tickets are $51. 5833 Pelican Bay Boulevard, Naples. 239-597-1900 or www.artisnaples.org.
Capilla Flamenca – Seraphic Fire performs a tribute to the Capilla Flamenca at 4 p.m. at Moorings Presbyterian Church. Tickets are $45. 791 Harbour Drive, Naples. 305-285-9060 or seraphicfire.org.
Tribute Show – Chicago Transit presents the ultimate Chicago tribute show at 7 p.m. at Arts Bonita. Enjoy a performance by the longest-running Chicago tribute band. Tickets start at $54. 10150 Bonita Beach Road, Bonita Springs. 239-495-8989 or www.artsbonita.org.
Regeneration X – Gulf Coast Symphony presents a high-energy journey through iconic ‘90s Alternative Rock, featuring bands like Green Day, Nirvana and Alanis Morissette at Barbara B. Mann at 7 p.m. Tickets are $39-$100. 13350 FSW Pkwy., Fort Myers. 239-481-4849 or www.bbmannpah.com.
Monday, January 20th
MLK Day Parade Naples
Monday at 11am, the parade steps off at the corner of Broad Ave S and Third St. It winds through downtown and ends at Cambier Park. The park is home to a celebration that includes food, vendors, children’s activities and entertainment. 12 to 4pm, free. More info here.
MLK Day Legacy Fest Fort Myers
This celebration takes place all weekend but culminates in the annual Dr. King Commemorative March on Monday. Gather at the Dunbar Library and walk through downtown to the Caloosa Sound Amphitheater. A rally is planned with entertainment food and more. Free. More info here.