Friday, March 7th
Shore ‘Nuff Band at Friday Night Concert Series at Restaurant Piazza,
Miromar Outlets Naples 6-8p Fri
Donna Holman at Ford’s Garage & Naples Flatbread,
Miromar Outlets Naples 4-7p Fri
THE DAZZLING DELRAYS at Dogtooth Sports Bar, Naples 7p Fri
SWFL Inc. Community Expo at The Center Bar
at the Promenade at Bonita Bay 1-5p Fri
Randy and Brad at The Center Bar at the Promenade at Bonita Bay 7-10p Fri
Revival Fridays at Seed to Table, Naples 8p-2a Fri
High Tide Live at Jacks Seafood Bar & Grill 9p Fri
Happy Hour at Whiskey Park Naples 3-7p Fri-Sun
Big Cypress Band at Whiskey Park Naples 9p Fri
Tina Turner’s Greatest Hits! + Stars Celine Dion and Cher!
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
Tessie Hornus at The London Club Naples 8-11p Fri
Steven Ho at Off the Hook Comedy Cafe Fri-Sun
Mark Viera at Snappers Comedy Cafe, Fort Myers Fri-Sat
Dino’s Trio at Stan’s, Goodland, FL 6-9p Fri
Liah Alonso at Little Bar Restaurant, Goodland, FL 8p Fri
Gator Nate at Crabby Lady, Goodland, FL 3-6p Fri
Hat Trick 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
Around Town – The Naples Philharmonic performs at 4 p.m. at the United Church of Marco Island. Experience classical music around town by a live orchestra. Tickets are $35. 320 North Barfield Drive, Marco Island. 239-597-1900 or www.artisnaples.org.
Friday After 5 – The Naples Botanical Garden presents Friday After 5 from 5-8 p.m. Explore the garden after hours and enjoy live music, fun activities and an arts market to kick off this event. Included in garden admission. 4820 Bayshore Drive, Naples. 239-643-7275 or www.naplesgarden.org.
Art Walk – The Fort Myers River District Art Walk runs from 6-10 p.m. featuring local vendors, crafters and artists demonstrating and selling their unique works of art in various mediums. First Street, Fort Myers. 239-313-5129 or www.myriverdistrict.com.
Legends Concert – Paradise Coast Sports Complex hosts a tribute show to Jimmy Buffet and The Beach Boys from 6-10 p.m. as part of their Legends Concert Series. Celebrate two famous bands with a performance of their biggest hits. Tickets start at $40. 3940 City Gate Boulevard North, Naples. 239-252-4386 or playparadisecoast.com.
Big Band Concert – The Naples Big Band performs classic music with modern sound at 7 p.m. at the Norris Center. Tickets are $30. 755 8th Avenue South, Naples. naplesbigband.com/home.
First Fridays Concert – Peace of Woodstock performs at the Gulf Coast Town Center Courtyard from 7-9 p.m. Free and open to the public. 10037 Gulf Center Dr., Fort Myers. 239-267-5107 or www.gulfcoasttowncenter.com.
Murder By Bingo – Join the “Murder by Bingo! A DEADLY Game!” Mystery Dinner Theatre at 7 p.m. at the Bonita/ Estero Elks Lodge for a night of intrigue, buffet and prizes. $69.95 per sleuth. 3231 Coconut Road, Bonita Springs. 239-867-6098 or www.gibsonhouseswfl.com.
Celtic Concert – Arts Bonita presents Dervish at 7:30 p.m. in Hinman Auditorium. Cathy Jordan leads the group for a performance of their original music inspired by Sligo and Leitrim traditions. Tickets start at $54. 10150 Bonita Beach Road, Bonita Springs. 239-495-8989 or www.artsbonita.org.
Improv Comedy – Arts Bonita hosts the Improv Comedy Arts Show at 7:30 p.m. in Moe Auditorium. Enjoy a fun-filled, 2-hour show showcasing multi-generational teams creating spontaneous, unscripted comedy. Tickets start at $10. 10150 Bonita Beach Road, Bonita Springs. 239-495-8989 or www.artsbonita.org.
Motown Legends – The Temptations and The Four Tops perform on March 7 at 8 p.m. These iconic Motown legends are known for their timeless hits and groundbreaking influence on music. Tickets start at $125. 21+ only. 506 S. First Street, Immokalee. 239-658-1313 or www.moreinparadise.com.
This Friday, catch the Broadway tour of The Cher Show at Artis—Naples’ Hayes Hall. This dazzling musical production tells the story of the pop icon’s six-decade reign, with three performers portraying her evolution from rising star to global sensation. I saw it earlier this week and it was really fun!!
ALL WEEKEND
Shelling is a go-to Southwest Florida activity, with more than 250 species decorating the coastline for eagle-eyed locals and visitors to find. The Gulf bounty forms a cultural touchstone which culminates each year in the Sanibel Shell Festival. This weekend, immerse yourself in the world of conchs and lightning whelks with the 88th iteration of the festival, featuring artistic and scientific displays and hands-on activities, like a live touch tanks from the Bailey-Matthews National Shell Museum & Aquarium.
Art festival season is in full swing, with local and national talent setting up shop across the region. Friday and Saturday, the Marco Island National Fine Art Show returns to Veterans Community Park for its second year, bringing more than 60 juried artists who work in a variety of mediums. Grab a bite to eat from onsite vendors and explore a sea of pop-up galleries for the next addition to your collection.
Saturday, March 8th
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
Robin Stakso at Ford’s Garage & Naples Flatbread, Miromar Outlets Naples 4-7p Sat
Johnny Dee at between Michael Kors & Polo Ralph Lauren,
Miromar Outlets Naples 4-7p Sat
BACKLASH at Dogtooth Sports Bar, Naples 7p Sat
Simply Fi at The Center Bar, Promenade, Bonita Bay 7-10p Sat
Mardi Gras at Seed to Table, Naples 8p-2a Sat
Phenomenal Animal LIVE 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 8:30pm Sat
The All New Show Dance Band featuring hits from Frankie Valli, Four Seasons & Jerry Boys + Special Guest Stars Bee Gees! 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
Steven Ho at Off the Hook Comedy Cafe Fri-Sun
Mark Viera at Snappers Comedy Cafe, Fort Myers Fri-Sat
Wendell Ray at Music Under the Banyan, Mercato 6-8p Sat
Parmalee at The Ranch Concert Hall Fort Myers 7p-12mn Sat
DJ Bobby at Johnny and Lisa Dance, Naples 7-10p Sat
Hat Trick at Stan’s, Goodland, FL 1-5p Sat
Edison Schetter at Little Bar Restaurant, Goodland, FL 1p Sat
Charlie Pace Band at Little Bar Restaurant, Goodland, FL 8p Sat
Brad Allison at Crabby Lady, Goodland, FL 1-5p Sat
Andy Mo at The Boardroom Tavern, Marco Island 6-9p Sat
Jimmy O. and Rhonda Lee at Snook Inn, Marco Island 1-5p Sat
Matt Kramer at Snook Inn, Marco Island 6-10p Sat
Cattle Drive Jamboree – The Immokalee Pioneer Museum at Robert’s Ranch hosts the Cattle Drive and Jamboree from 7:30 a.m. to 3 p.m. Start the day with a pancake breakfast and experience the life as a pioneer herding cattle down the main street. 1215 Roberts Avenue, Immokalee. 239-252-2611 or colliermuseums.com.
Arts & Crafts Festival – Attend the Arts & Crafts Festival at Gulf Coast Town Center from 10 a.m.-3 p.m. 9903 Gulf Coast Main Street, Fort Myers. [email protected] or www.llsnevents.com.
Asia Fest – Asian Professionals Association of SWFL is hosting Asia Fest 2025 from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. at Riverside Park. Enjoy a performance by the Tradition Lion Dance Team, Taiko Drummers and more, view art displays, and dine on Asian cuisine. Free entry. 10450 Reynolds Street, Bonita Springs. www.apaswfl.org.
Jazz Concert – The Jazzmasters perform at River Park Community Center from 2-4 p.m. Free admission, but donations are appreciated. 301 11th Street North, Naples. 239-213-3037 or www.naplesgov.com/parksrec/park/river park-community-center.
Music in the Garden – Patchouli & Terra Guitarra perform 2-4 p.m. at Naples Botanical Garden. Enjoy an afternoon of live music in a beautiful garden setting. Included with admission. 4820 Bayshore Drive, Naples. 239-643-7275 or www.naplesgarden.org.
Brews & Blues – Wonder Garden hosts Brews & Blues for the Birds from 5:30 to 8:30 p.m. Sample local craft beers, seltzers and wines while supporting the operations of the Wonder Gardens. Must be 21+. Tickets start at $50. 27180 Old 41 Road, Bonita Springs. 239-992-2591 or wondergardens.org.
Gypsy Jazz – The John Jorgenson Quintet performs at 7:30 p.m. at Arts Bonita in Moe Auditorium. A concert blending swing and soul to create gypsy jazz. Tickets start at $38. 10150 Bonita Beach Road, Bonita Springs. 239-495-8989 or www.artsbonita.org.
The return of spring means it’s time to spruce up coastal gardens. Cape Coral gardeners find their green fix at March in the Park, an annual plant sale at Rotary Park with more than 1,000 native and exotic varietals, gardening demonstrations and expert advice from members of the Garden Club of Cape Coral (look for the bright yellow t-shirts).
Feeling inspired by the ornate headwear coming to Naples Botanical Garden’s hotly anticipated Hats in the Garden event? Head to Rooftop at Riverside in Bonita Springs from noon to 5 p.m. for a pop-up hat bar experience from For the Love of Hats Mobile Hat Bar & Co. The Naples-based business brings a variety of styles—cowboys, flat brims, beach hats—ideal for customization with provided accessories like ribbon, feathers, flowers and leather cords.
Soccer is quickly finding its roots along our paradisical shores with the emergence of FC Naples, the region’s first professional team, which hosts its historic home opener against the Chattanooga Red Wolves SC starting at 7 p.m. at the Paradise Coast Sports Complex. Cheer on the team as they kick off their inaugural season in front of a 5,000-seat crowd, led by Coach Matt Poland.
Sunday, March 9th
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
Sam Piazza at Ford’s Garage & Naples Flatbread,
Miromar Outlets Naples 1-4p Sun
Kathleen Peace at between Michael Kors & Polo Ralph Lauren,
Miromar Outlets Naples 1-4p Sun
DOGTOOTH JAM at Dogtooth Sports Bar, Naples 1-4p Sun
MICHAEL D’AMORE at Dogtooth Sports Bar, Naples 6:30p Sun
Blues and Bloodies at The Center Bar, Promenade, Bonita Bay 5-8p Sun
Sunday Funday at Seed to Table, Naples 1p-9p Sun
Sunday Party Brunch at Food & Thought 2 11a-2p Sun
NFL FOOTBALL at Jacks Seafood Bar & Grill 1p-10p Sun
Temptations & Four Tops Tribute Show! at The Stage Bonita Springs Sun
SIN SUNDAYS at Blue Martini, Naples 4-8p Sun
Steven Ho at Off the Hook Comedy Cafe Fri-Sun
Kevin Farley at Off the Hook Comedy Cafe Sun
Open Mic Night at Snappers Comedy Cafe, Fort Myers Sun
Shane Duncan Band at Stan’s, Goodland, FL 1-6p Sun
Raiford Starke at Little Bar Restaurant, Goodland, FL 1p Sun
Brimsley at Little Bar Restaurant, Goodland, FL 6p Sun
13th South at Crabby Lady, Goodland, FL 1-5p Sun
Nick Hamilton 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
Arts & Crafts Fair – The Paradise Arts & Crafts Fair is at University Village from 10 a.m.-3 p.m. Shop local vendors, arts, crafts and enjoy one of the many eateries at University Village. 19800 Village Center Dr., Fort Myers. [email protected] or www.llsnevents.com.
Art Walk – Esplanade hosts a Coastal Art Walk 10 a.m.-4 p.m. A juried art show with custom pieces of work from different forms of media. Free admission and parking. 760 North Collier Boulevard, Marco Island. 239-290-7927.
Jazz Concert – Naples Dixieland Jazz Band performs at Cambier Park Bandshell from 2-4 p.m. Free admission, but donations are appreciated. 6th Avenue South & 8th Street South, Naples. www.thenaplesjazzsociety.com.
Tribute Show – A tribute to the legendary groups of the 60s and 70s at 7 p.m. at Hilton Naples. Take a tribute back a few decades with a music performance from Journey, Chicago, the Eagles and more. Tickets start at $45. 5111 North Tamiami Trail, Naples. johnnyt-live.com.
The Nelsons – Matthew and Gunner Nelson perform at 7 p.m. at Arts Bonita in Hinman Auditorium. Enjoy a night of Nelsons, as the twin entertainers take the stage. Tickets start at $54. 10150 Bonita Beach Road, Bonita Springs. 239-495-8989 or www.artsbonita.org.
Fort Myers’ 24 Hour Festival is a race against the clock, with artists in a variety of mediums challenged to create songs, choreography, films, skits and poetry in a single day. With prompts from Ghostbird Theatre Company artistic director and Florida Gulf Coast University professor Barry Cavin, artists of all ages work together for an epic night of theatre, creativity and a lack of sleep before performing their creations Sunday night at 6:30 p.m.