Weekend Things to Do in Naples

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Friday, January 24th

 

Terry Bar at Ford’s Garage & Naples Flatbread, 

Miromar Outlets Naples 4-7p Fri

BIG CYPRESS at Dogtooth Sports Bar, Naples 7p Fri

Randy & Brad 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

Kid’s Movie Night at Food & Thought 2, Naples 7-9p Fri

13 South LIVE at Jacks Seafood Bar & Grill 9p Fri

Happy Hour at Whiskey Park Naples 3-7p Fri-Sun

Rich Kids at Whiskey Park Naples 9p Fri

Brass Evolution! 10 Piece Show Band Performing Favorites From Chicago! 

at The Stage Bonita Springs Fri

MARTINI FRIDAY at Blue Martini, Naples 4-10p Fri

The Firm at The London Club Naples 5-8p Fri

Matt Chadwick at The London Club Naples 8-11p Fri

Pete Lee at Off the Hook Comedy Cafe  Fri-Sat

Luis J. Gomez at Off the Hook Comedy Cafe  Fri-Sat

Bob DiBuono at Snappers Comedy Cafe, Fort Myers Fri-Sat

Los Avila at The Ranch Concert Hall Fort Myers 8p Fri

Latin Social at Johnny and Lisa Dance, Naples 8:30p Fri

Kelly & Mason Band at Stan’s, Goodland, FL 6-9p Fri

JP Soars & The Red Hots at Little Bar Restaurant, Goodland, FL 8p Fri

Rob Norum at Crabby Lady, Goodland, FL 3-6p Fri

Austin James at The Boardroom Tavern, Marco Island 6-9p Fri

Geezers in Paradise at Snook Inn, Marco Island 1-5p Fri

The Rockefellers at Snook Inn, Marco Island 6-10p Fri

 

Movie Night – Enjoy a movie night under the stars from 5:30 to 8:30 p.m. at the Museum of the Everglades. Bring a lawn chair and watch a showing of Wind Across the Everglades. 105 Broadway Avenue West, Everglades City. 239-252-5026 or colliermuseums.com.

 

Candlelight Concert – The Gulf Coast Symphony continues its candlelight concerts with A Tribute to Coldplay at 6 & 8:30 p.m. by the Listeso String Quartet at the Music & Arts Community Center. Tickets are $45.50-$70. Shows are sold separately. 13411 Shire Lane, Fort Myers. 239-277-1700 or www.gulfcoastsymphony.org.

 

Empire Trio – Arts Bonita presents “From Hollywood to Broadway” Cabaret at 7:30 p.m. by Empire Trio. Three seasoned musicians from Hollywood perform the biggest musical hits from Broadway. Tickets start at $44. 10150 Bonita Beach Road, Bonita Springs. 239-495-8989 or www.artsbonita.org.

 

Country Concert – The Nashville Impostors perform a Night at the Ryman at 7:30 p.m. at the Norris Center. Be transported back to the era of the country when fiddles, harmonicas and knee stomping were the instruments used. Tickets are $30. 755 8th Avenue South, Naples. 239-213-7120 or www.naplesgov.com/parksrec/page/norris-community-center.

 

Tribute Show – You Wanted the Best performs the ultimate Kiss tribute show at 8 p.m. at South Street. Experience a recreation of Kiss’s top hits and stand-out costumes. Tickets start at $25. 8845 Founders Square Drive, Naples. 239-331-4149 or founderssquare.southstreetnaples.com.

 

Davina & The Vagabonds bring their electrifying mix of blues, jazz, R&B, soul and gospel to BIG ARTS Sanibel Island at 7:30 p.m. Fronted by powerhouse vocalist and pianist Davina Sowers, the band channels influences like Fats Domino and Aretha Franklin into a dynamic performance that’s equal parts vintage charm and modern flair.

 

Find vintage charm and creative flair at Vintage Market Days. The high-end boutique pop-up market kicks off Friday and continues through the weekend at the Lee Civic Center. Shop original art, clothing, jewelry, antiques, home décor and seasonal plants with a mix of indoor and outdoor vendors.

 

ALL WEEKEND:

January 23—January 26

Discover Southwest Florida’s vibrant marine scene at the Naples Boat Show, from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. throughout the weekend. Split between Sugden Regional Park and the Naples City Dock, this premier recreational show features exhibits from marinas, dealers and marine businesses, with complimentary shuttles connecting the venues.

 

January 24—January 26

The Naples Winter Wine Festival starts this weekend with a lineup of events celebrating the best in wine, food and philanthropy. Proceeds support Naples Children and Education Foundation’s work to foster the physical, emotional and educational needs of underserved children in Collier County. If you can’t attend the events, you can still support the mission through the festival’s online auction or with a one-time or recurring donation to the nonprofit.

 

January 23—January 26

The timeless tale of Fanny Brice takes the stage this weekend with the opening of Funny Girl. Part of Barbara B. Mann Performing Arts Hall’s Broadway series, this fictionalized account of the early 1900s comedian chronicles Brice’s rise from the Lower East Side to Broadway stardom. Enjoy iconic songs like “Don’t Rain On My Parade” and “People” in this beloved bittersweet comedy.

 

Saturday, January 25th

 

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

Christine Bradford at between Ford’s Garage & Naples Flatbread, 

Miromar Outlets Naples 4-7p Sat

Kathleen Peace at between Michael Kors & Polo Ralph Lauren,

Miromar Outlets Naples 4-7p Sat

BACKLASH at Dogtooth Sports Bar, Naples 7p Sat

Wil Johns at The Center Bar, Promenade, Bonita Bay 7-10p Sat

Saturday Night at the Beer Bar, Seed to Table, Naples 4-7p Sat

Brandi & Friends at Seed to Table, Naples 10p-2a Sat

Disco Fever Dance Party at Food & Thought 2, Naples 6-9p Sat

Dark Side of the Sol 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

Matty Jollie at Whiskey Park Naples 9p Sat

Alter Eagles Tribute Band!  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

Pete Lee at Off the Hook Comedy Cafe  Fri-Sat

Luis J. Gomez at Off the Hook Comedy Cafe  Fri-Sat

Bob DiBuono at Snappers Comedy Cafe, Fort Myers Fri-Sat

Patchouli at Music Under the Banyan, Mercato 6-8p Sat

NWTF Hunting Heritage Banquet at The Ranch Concert Hall Fort Myers 5:30p Sat

DJ Bobby at Johnny and Lisa Dance, Naples  7-10p Sat

The Back Country Boys at Stan’s, Goodland, FL 1-5p Sat

Edison Schetter at Little Bar Restaurant, Goodland, FL 1p Sat

Big Al & The Heavy Weights Band at Little Bar Restaurant, Goodland, FL 8p Sat

Brad Allison Band at Crabby Lady, Goodland, FL 1-5p Sat

The Earworms at The Boardroom Tavern, Marco Island 6-9p Sat

Naples Rhythm Section at Snook Inn, Marco Island 1-5p Sat

Kim Everett Band at Snook Inn, Marco Island 6-10p Sat

 

Bonita Springs Pride Present – “5K Pride in Motion Fundraiser” Limited to 50 Walkers. January 25th @ 9 am at Bonita Springs Public Library.

 

Muscle Car Club – West Coast Muscle Car Club presents the 21st Annual Benefit Car & Truck Show from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. at North Collier Regional Park. Grab your keys and explore over 300 vintage, classic and custom vehicles. Admission is $20, and proceeds will benefit Avow Kids Program. 15000 Livingston Road, Naples. westcoastmusclecarclub.com.

 

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.

 

En Plein Air Festival – Naples Art District presents En Plein Air Festival 10 a.m.-2 p.m. at Naples Botanical Garden. The event is included in admission. 4820 Bayshore Drive, Naples. 239-643-7275 or www.naplesgarden.org. 239-249-1977 or naplesartdistrict.com.

 

Arts & Crafts Festival – Shop from local artists, crafters, artisans and more at Gulf Coast Town Center’s Arts & Crafts Festival from 10 a.m.-3 p.m. 9903 Gulf Coast Main Street, Fort Myers. 239-267-5107 or www.gulfcoasttowncenter.com.

 

Buggy Parade – The 76th Annual Swamp Buggy Parade starts at 10 a.m. It goes from U.S. 41 at Fleishmann Boulevard to Fifth Avenue South. Tickets for the race on Jan. 26 are $30. 239-774-2701 or www.swampbuggy.com.

 

Stangs vs Vettes – The 13th Annual Stangs vs Vettes heads to Coconut Point from 12-4 p.m. Join Gulfshore Mustang Club of Southwest Florida as they battle stunning Mustangs and Corvettes. 23106 Fashion Drive, Estero. 239-992-4259 or www.simon.com/mall/coconut-point.

 

Season Premiere – The Naples Community Orchestra performs the Season Premiere of 2025 at 3 p.m. at Moorings Presbyterian Church. Enjoy a classical music concert and meet the artists at the post-concert reception. Tickets are $40. 791 Harbour Drive, Naples. 239-644-7311 or www.naplescommunityorchestra.org.

 

Chinese New Year Celebration – The Southwest Florida Chinese Association hosts a celebration of the Chinese New Year from 4-8 p.m. at Paul Lawrence Dunbar Middle School. Enjoy a buffet dinner, cultural performances, and activities for all ages. Tickets start at $30 for preorder, and $50 at the door. 4750 Winkler Avenue, Fort Myers. 813-720-7749 or www.swfchinese.org.

 

Steak Cook-Off – The Knights of Columbus host the 15th annual charity steak cook-off from 2-6 p.m. in Ave Maria Town Center. Listen to live music and sip on brews while grill teams prepare steak dinners. Admission is free; dinners are $30 in advance and $35 the day of. 5076 Annunciation Circle, Ave Maria. 239-352-3903 or www.avemaria.com.

 

Blues Concert – Ronnie Baker Brooks performs 7:30 p.m. at Arts Bonita in Hinman Auditorium. An evening of blues from Brooks’s debut album “Golddigger.” Tickets start at $44. 10150 Bonita Beach Road, Bonita Springs. 239-495-8989 or www.artsbonita.org.

 

Magic For Adults – Eric Eaton performs magic with Larry Venturino at 7:30 p.m. at Venturino’s Comedy Club inside Embassy Suites by Hilton. Tickets are $30. 10450 Corkscrew Commons Drive, Estero. 239-471-6911 or www.venturinoscomedyclub.com.

 

Kansas – Kansas performs live in concert at Seminole Casino at 8 p.m. A legendary classic rock band with a career spanning five decades, Kansas has sold over 30 million albums and remains a staple of rock radio and popular culture. Tickets start at $120. 506 S. First St., Immokalee. 239-658-1313 or www.moreinparadise.com.

 

Sip, savor, and celebrate at the South Cape Best Martini Competition Pub Crawl. Starting at 7 p.m., enjoy unique martini and appetizer pairings at local hotspots like BackStreets Sports Bar, Cruisers and The Dive. Vote for your favorites and take part in entertainment like live music and photo contests. Tickets include event transportation via limo buses, tastings at all locations and a chance to win the grand prize.

 

Sunday, January 26th

 

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

Felix Jiles at between Ford’s Garage & Naples Flatbread, 

Miromar Outlets Naples 1-4p Sun

Denny at between Michael Kors & Polo Ralph Lauren, 

Miromar Outlets Naples 1-4p Sun

DOOGTOOTH JAM at Dogtooth Sports Bar, Naples 1p Sun

MANHATTAN CONNECTION at Dogtooth Sports Bar, Naples 6:30p Sun

Joey Fiato at The Center Bar, Promenade, Bonita Bay 1-3p Sun

NY Rhythm at The Center Bar, Promenade, Bonita Bay 4-7p Sun

Latin Jam 2025 at Seed to Table, Naples 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 Neil Diamond Tribute Show! Special Guest Tribute Performer 

Barbara Streisand! at The Stage Bonita  Springs Sun

SIN SUNDAYS at Blue Martini, Naples 4-8p Sun

Michelle ‘Shelly Belly’ Rider at Off the Hook Comedy Cafe  Sun

Ben Allen Band at Stan’s, Goodland, FL 1-6p Sun

Nick Hamilton at Little Bar Restaurant, Goodland, FL 1p Sun

Raiford Starke at Little Bar Restaurant, Goodland, FL 6p Sun

On The Rocks at Crabby Lady, Goodland, FL 1-5p Sun

Charlie Pace at The Boardroom Tavern, Marco Island 6-9p Sun

The Rockefeller Duo at Snook Inn, Marco Island 1-5p Sun

Coral Stone Band at Snook Inn, Marco Island 6-10p Sun

 

Concert Band – The Naples Concert Band performs Stars Over Naples from 2-4 p.m. at Cambier Park. Free event, but donations are appreciated. 755 8th Avenue South, Naples. 239-270-1221 or www.naplesconcertband.org.

 

Soprano Program – Kirsten Chambers delivers a captivating recital at FGCU’s U. Tobe Recital Hall at 3 p.m. featuring operatic arias, Strauss art songs, and musical theater classics, showcasing her versatility from Wagner to Rodgers & Hammerstein. Tickets are $15 for the public and $7 for students. 10501 FGCU Blvd. S., Fort Myers. 239-745-4268 or www.fgcu.edu/concerts/.

 

Music Concert – The Voices of Naples present Ludwig, Lennon, and Les Mis Concert at 4 p.m. at Vanderbilt Presbyterian Church. Free concert. 1225 Piper Boulevard, Naples. 239-290-8550 or voicesofnaples.org.

 

Shelly Belly – Comedian Michelle Rider, also known as Shelly Belly, performs shows at 6:30 and 8:30 p.m. at Off the Hook Comedy Club. Tickets start at $25. 2500 Vanderbilt Beach Road #1100, Naples. 239-389-6901 or www.offthehookcomedy.com.

 

Rock Concert – Melissa Etheridge takes the stage at 7 p.m. at Artis—Naples in Hayes Hall for her 2025 Tour. A night of rock and original hits such as Come to My Window and I’m the Only One. Tickets start at $105. 5833 Pelican Bay Boulevard, Naples. 239-597-1900 or www.artisnaples.org.