Special Exhibit and Fun Events

Exhibits photo

 

Celebrate Halloween all month long at Halloween Happenings at Mercato — October 1–31, 2025, at participating locations. Enjoy spooktacular events, festive activities, and frightfully fun experiences for all ages!

 

Cars and Coffee 239 rolls back into Mercato on Oct 19 - Dec 21 from 9–11 AM! Explore hundreds of cars, check out the featured Teslas, sip coffee, and support Laces of Love with a sneaker or $50 donation for VIP Lawn parking. 🏎️☕

 

🎃 Mercato Pumpkin Patch - Pick your perfect pumpkin Oct. 16–26 on the Event Lawn! All pumpkins are $8, with proceeds supporting SNIP Collier and their mission to combat pet overpopulation in SWFL.

 

A Community Art Fair – “A Community Art Fair: Exploring the Art of Perspective” is on display through Oct. 18 at the Immokalee Pioneer Museum. The second annual art fair celebrates artistic self-expression through works reflecting both inner and outer worlds. 1215 Roberts Ave. W., Immokalee. 239-252-2611 or colliermuseums.com.

 

Backstage Hollywood – on display through Oct. 18 at the Marco Island Historical Museum. Step backstage into Hollywood’s golden age through Bob Willoughby’s iconic film set photography, featuring stars like Judy Garland and Audrey Hepburn. 180 S. Heathwood Drive, Marco Island. 239-252-1440 or colliermuseums.com.

 

👻🎃 Haunted Hoedown at Mercato - Bring the family for a spooktacular night of Halloween fun on the Event Lawn, Oct. 21 | 5:30–7PM! Enjoy a DJ dance party, pumpkin patch by SNIP Collier, face painting, and trick-or-treating throughout Mercato.

 

Celebrate the 17th Annual Naples International Film Festival October 24–26, 2025, at Alamo Drafthouse Cinema. Enjoy over 60 independent films and connect with filmmakers and fellow film lovers.

 

🎉 Bring the kids to WINK Playland the last Saturday of each month from 10 AM–12 PM for free face painting, pizza, ice cream coupons (while supplies last), and seasonal fun—like fall-themed cookie decorating on Oct. 25!

 

Artists in Bloom – At Naples Botanical Garden in Kapnick Hall through Oct. 26 in partnership with United Arts Collier presents Artists in Bloom, which overflows with energy and inspiration, showcasing how creators, through various media, continually seek to capture the distinctive beauty of its landscapes. 4820 Bayshore Drive, Naples. 293-643-7275 or www.naplesgarden.org

 

Get a first look at Mercato’s newly reimagined Piazza during Piazza Preview on October 28, 2025, from 6–8 PM. Enjoy live music by West Wave and drinks from The Pub’s outdoor bar.

 

🍷🎃 Hallowine returns to Mercato on Tuesday, Oct. 29, 6–9 PM! Sip wine, enjoy bites, enter raffles, and join the costume contest while exploring participating venues. Proceeds benefit the Naples Gulf Shore Rotary Foundation.

 

Resident Artists – At Naples Art Studios through Nov. 1, “Group Show: Resident Artists” featuring recent work from resident artists in watercolor, pastel, collage, ceramics, contemporary sculpture and mixed media. North Line Plaza, 2172 J & C Blvd., Naples. 239.821.1061, [email protected] or naplesart.studio

 

Naples Invitational – Naples Art Institute is hosting its biennial exhibition through Nov. 30. Featuring over 50 thoughtful works, this exhibition offers a look at the American experience from a local perspective. Tickets are $15. 585 Park St., Naples. 239-262-6517 or www.naplesart.org/naples-invitational-2025


Studios & Galleries – Art studios and galleries in Artisans Plaza are open every Thursday from 1-5 p.m. See the work of more than 20 local professional artists in one location with easy parking. Artwork includes paintings in a variety of techniques and subject matter, plus handcraft- ed jewelry and glass work. 5760 Shirley St., Naples. 239-572-3386