Friday, May 2nd
Bill Colletti Band at Friday Night Concert Series at Restaurant Piazza,
Miromar Outlets Naples 6-8p Fri
KICKSTART BAND at Dogtooth Sports Bar, Naples 7p Fri
Johnny Caribe at The Center Bar at the Promenade at Bonita Bay 7-10p Fri
Live Music Friday at the Beer Bar, Seed to Table, Naples 4-7p Fri
Friday Night Dance Party at Seed to Table, Naples 8p-2a Fri
Friday Night Fun at Food & Thought 2 6p-9p Fri
Happy Hour at Whiskey Park Naples 3-7p Fri-Sun
Big Cypress Band at Whiskey Park Naples 8:30p Fri
Liverpool Live! The Big Beatles Band Rated Florida's #1 Beatles Tribute!
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
Jamie Kennedy at Off the Hook Comedy Cafe Fri-Sun
Jay Legend at Snappers Comedy Cafe, Fort Myers Fri-Sat
Open Mic Night at Snappers Comedy Cafe, Fort Myers Fri
Coral Stone Band at Cavo, 9108 Strada PL Naples FL 7p Fri
Friday Night w/ DJ AKA at Cavo, 9108 Strada PL Naples FL 9:30p Fri
Raiford Starke at Little Bar Restaurant, Goodland, FL 8p Fri
Gator Nate at Crabby Lady, Goodland, FL 3-6p Fri
Ben Clifford at The Boardroom Tavern, Marco Island 6-9p Fri
Art Show – The Newman Art Gallery at 5 p.m. honors David Newman’s six-decade legacy of joyful, nature-inspired art with monthly First Friday celebrations featuring refreshments. 374 13th Ave. S, Naples. 239-428-3131 or www.newmanartgallery.com
Lucia di Lammermoor – Gulfshore Opera with Naples Philharmonic performs at Artis—Naples in Hayes Hall at 7 p.m. “Lucia di Lammermoor” is a powerful tale of love, betrayal and madness set in 17th-century Scotland, brought to life with stunning vocals, period costumes and a lush orchestral score, conducted by Jorge Parodi. Tickets start at $49. 5833 Pelican Bay Blvd., Naples. 239-597-1900 or www.artisnaples.org.
Spring Tour – Barbara B. Mann presents Pat Benatar & Neil Giraldo at 8 p.m. Spring Tour with special guest The Vindys. Tickets are $49.50. 13350 FSW Pkwy., Fort Myers. 239-481-4849 or www.bbmannpah.com.
Downtown Fort Myers turns into an open-air gallery during May’s Art Walk, held from 5 p.m. to 9 p.m. More than 60 artist vendors, live painting demos and street musicians bring First and Hendry Streets to life, offering a vibrant look at Southwest Florida’s creative scene. Explore one of our region’s best opportunities to experience local art up close in a lively, walkable setting.
Naples' cocktail scene gets a bold new addition with the grand opening of Beeline at Mercato. Expect a buzzy debut with signature drinks, live music, giveaways and photo-ready moments in a sleek, nightlife-forward setting from 6 p.m. to 2 a.m. Early guests can snag swag and enter raffles as the lounge unveils its take on upscale socializing.
ALL WEEKEND
Top-tier women’s tennis dominates Bonita Bay Club with the return of FineMark Women’s USTA Pro Championship, running through the weekend. Now in its sixth year, the tournament draws national and international players ranked within the top 250 for an elite week of competition in a 5-star setting. Expect a rare chance to watch high-caliber play up close.
Saturday, May 3rd
Regarding the Farmers Markets, please confirm on your own that these are taking place.
Third Street South Farmers 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 Farmers 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
Fort Myers Beach Market 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
RADIO ROAD at Dogtooth Sports Bar, Naples 7p Sat
Simply Fi Band- Craig at The Center Bar, Promenade, Bonita Bay 7-10p Sat
Live Music Saturday at the Beer Bar, Seed to Table, Naples 4-7p Sat
Kentucky Derby Day at Seed to Table, Naples 8p-2a Sat
Locals Only at Seed to Table, Naples 9:30p-2a Sat
Saturday Live Music at Food & Thought 2 6p-9p Sat
Sunset Saturday w/ local band at Paradise Coast Sports Complex 6p Sat
Derby Day at Whiskey Park, Naples Sat
Matty Jollie at Whiskey Park, Naples 9p Sat
Tributes To The Greatest Guitar Players Of All Time! Fantastic Show Band
Featuring Eric Clapton, Bob Dylan, Stevie Ray Vaughan, Jimi Hendrix,
Plus Santana, The Stray Cats! By The Mike Imbasciani & His Bluez
Rockerz 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 Holman at The London Club Naples 8-11p Sat
Just Denny at Mario's Restaurant, Shoppe's at Grande Oaks, Estero 6-8p Sat
Jamie Kennedy at Off the Hook Comedy Cafe Fri-Sun
Jay Legend at Snappers Comedy Cafe, Fort Myers Fri-Sat
Roman Fortune at Music Under the Banyan, Mercato 6-8p Sat
Havana Band at Cavo, 9108 Strada PL Naples FL 7p Sat
Saturday Night w/ DJ Bigg John at Cavo, 9108 Strada PL Naples FL 9:30p Sat
BXS BRYNDIS X SIEMPRE at The Ranch Concert Hall Fort Myers 8p Sat
DJ Bobby at Johnny and Lisa Dance, Naples 7-10p Sat
The Hot Damn Duo at Stan’s, Goodland, FL 1-5p Sat
Edison Schetter at Little Bar Restaurant, Goodland, FL 1p Sat
Dan Signor at Little Bar Restaurant, Goodland, FL 8p Sat
Joe Yeoman Band at Crabby Lady, Goodland, FL 1-5p Sat
Austin James at The Boardroom Tavern, Marco Island 6-9p Sat
Community Day – Rookery Bay Research Reserve presents Community Day from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m., an event where you can explore, enjoy and protect. Expect a full day of family-friendly activities—from marine touch tanks and kayak demos to a student art show and sneak peek boat tours (registration required)—all spotlighting the region’s ecological richness and the reserve’s ongoing research and conservation efforts.This is a free event. 300 Tower Road, Naples. 239-530-5972 or www.rookerybay.org
Jazz Concert – Naples Jazzmasters Dixieland Band performs at Norris Center from 1 to 3 p.m. This is a free concert open to the public. Donations are appreciated. Bring your blanket or lawn chair. 755 Eighth Ave. S, Naples. 239-213-7120 or www.naplesgov.com
Tribute Concert – Arts Bonita presents Decyo McDuffie tribute to Nat King Cole at 7:30 p.m. Decyo and his trio promise an unforgettable night. Tickets are $33-43.10150 Bonita Beach Road, Bonita Springs. 239-495-8989 or www.artsbonita.org.
Arches Cinco De Mayo celebrates the cultural and historical legacy of Fort Myers Beach with a daylong festival highlighting the site’s Hispanic influence. Hosted by Restore Fort Myers Beach Arches, Inc., the event runs from 12:45 p.m. to 10:30 p.m. and supports the preservation of the original Fort Myers Beach Arches (1924–1979), a landmark with deep roots in the community’s identity. Expect a blend of heritage, music, food and advocacy
Sunday, May 4th
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
Italian American Foundation Farmers Market 9a-1p Sun
Cape Coral’s Surfside Farmers Market 9a-1p Sun
Take Your Dog to the Garden, Naples Botanical Garden 9-11a Sun/Tues
DOGTOOTH JAM at Dogtooth Sports Bar, Naples 1-4p Sun
JOHNNY ROGERS at Dogtooth Sports Bar, Naples 6:30p Sun
Cinco De Mayo Fiesta at The Center Bar, Promenade, Bonita Bay 2-6p Sun
Paul Allodi at The Center Bar, Promenade, Bonita Bay 2-6p Sun
Country Jam at Seed to Table, Naples 1p-9p Sun
Sunday Party Brunch at Food & Thought 2 11a-2p Sun
Karaoke with Steve! at Jack’s Seafood Bar & Grill 9p-1a Sun
Mother's Day Market(Sun) & Cinco de Mayo(Mon) at Whiskey Park, Naples Sun & Mon
SIN SUNDAYS at Blue Martini, Naples 4-8p Sun
Jamie Kennedy at Off the Hook Comedy Cafe Fri-Sun
Juicy Sunday w/ DJ Rony ft. DJ JMartinez | DJ Axel | DJ Tanke at
Cavo, 9108 Strada PL Naples FL 10p Sun
ICONIC at Stan’s, Goodland, FL 1-6p Sun
Brad Allison at Little Bar Restaurant, Goodland, FL 1p Sun
Mick Fury at Little Bar Restaurant, Goodland, FL 6p Sun
Charlie Pace at The Boardroom Tavern, Marco Island 6-9p Sun
Tropicool – Gulf Coast Runners host Tropicool 5K from 7 to 9 a.m. at the Baker Park, finishing near the Gulf Coast Runners Performance stage. Registration is $35.50, Riverside Circle, Naples. www.gulfcoastrunners.com.
Golf Tournament – Marco Island Center for Arts celebrates the 11th Annual Golf Tournament at 7:30 a.m. at the Island Country Club. This event will support the Art Center’s efforts to reimagine and expand programming. Registration starts at $225. 500 Nassau Road, Marco Island. 239-394-4221 or www.marcoislandart.org.
Bow Wow Brunch – Patty Baker Humane Society Naples hosts the annual Bow Wow Brunch from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. at D’Amico’s The Continental. Brunch special cocktail pricing, live entertainment and a raffle. All the proceeds will directly benefit the animals saved and served across Collier County. 1205 Third St. S, Naples. 239-643-1555 or [email protected]
Car Show – Cool Cruisers hosts a Car Show at Miromar Outlets from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. Check out a display of custom and exotic cars. 10801 Corkscrew Road, Estero. 239-948-3766 or www.miromaroutlets.com.
Reggaeton Concert – Hertz Arena presents Bebeshito at 8 p.m. A reggaeton performer, he also blends elements of Latin Trap and danceable rhythms into his music. Tickets start at $70. Parking is $30. 11000 Everblades Parkway, Estero. www.hertzarena.com.
Boutique New York dance collective Complexions Contemporary Ballet returns to Artis—Naples for a one-night performance with the Naples Philharmonic fusing classical scores and contemporary choreography. The program includes a kinetic take on French composer Maurice Ravel’s Boléro—underscoring the company’s boundary-pushing reputation. The evening begins with a prelude talk at 6 p.m., offering an inside look at the creative process behind the performance.