Friday, May 23rd
Electric Lipstick at Friday Night Concert Series at between
Michael Kors & Polo Ralph Lauren, Miromar Outlets Naples 6-8p Fri
Mark Aulick at between Ford’s Garage & Naples Flatbread,
Miromar Outlets, Naples 4-7p Fri
THEM HAMILTON BOYS at Dogtooth Sports Bar, Naples 7p Fri
South Shore Band 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
13 South LIVE at Jacks Seafood Bar & Grill 9p Fri
Happy Hour at Whiskey Park Naples 3-7p Fri-Sun
Jake Hair Band at Whiskey Park Naples 8:30p Fri
Majesty of Rock! Fabulous Journey Tribute Band! w/ Guest Tribute of
STYX! at The Stage Bonita Springs Fri
MARTINI FRIDAY at Blue Martini, Naples 4-10p Fri
Danny Sinoff Trio at The London Club Naples 6:30p Fri
Carlos Mencia at Off the Hook Comedy Cafe Fri-Sun
Phil Hogan at Snappers Comedy Cafe, Fort Myers Fri-Sat
SLG Band at Cavo, 9108 Strada PL Naples FL 7p Fri
Friday Night Glow Party w/ DJ Rebel at Cavo, 9108 Strada PL Naples FL 9:30p Fri
Rachelle Coba Band at Little Bar Restaurant, Goodland, FL 7:30p Fri
Hat Trick at The Boardroom Tavern, Marco Island 6-9p Fri
Marco Midnight at Snook Inn, Marco Island 1-10p Fri
Carmen Tomasetti at Easy Tiger Rooftop Bar, The Perry Hotel Naples 7-10p Fri
James Grande at Poolside Bodega Bar, The Perry Hotel Naples 4-7p Fri
Join us at The 239 Naples on May 23 at 7:30 PM for a special Diners, Drive-Ins and Dives Watch Party! Celebrate our national TV debut in the Living Room of Naples before the episode airs at 9 PM EST.
Explore the working studios, meet the artists and catch live demonstrations at Art After Five, Naples Art District’s monthly open-studio celebration. Sample light bites as you stroll from one creative hub to the next—the perfect opportunity to scope out your next purchase or commission an original piece. Participating studios will be listed on the Naples Art District website on May 23 at 5 p.m.
It’s the final weekend to catch Broadway Palm Dinner Theatre’s Half Baked, a dark comedy about two retired couples who open a Florida café and spiral into crime—including murder and cannabis-laced cuisine—in a desperate bid to save their business. The fast-paced farce makes for a chaotic romp through sunny scandal.
Blues Concert – The Norris Community Center presents Albert Castiglia and Alex Lopez Xpress at 7 p.m. for an evening of blues rock. Tickets are $30 for general admission, $35 at the door, and VIP is $40. 755 8th Street South, Naples. 360-878-3474 or www.maremilmusic.com
Improv Comedy – At Arts Bonita starting 7:30 p.m. Improv Comedy Arts presents a hilarious night of unscripted fun as multi-generational improv teams deliver spontaneous comedy, proving that great humor has no age limit. Tickets are $20 for adults, $10 for children aged 6-17, and free for children under 5. 10150 Bonita Beach Road, Bonita Springs. 239-495-8989 or www.artsbonita.org.
Naples Philharmonic honors Memorial Day weekend with Patriotic Pops, a sweeping program of American classics, on May 22 and 23. Broadway vocalist Ben Davis and the philharmonic’s youth and adult choruses perform tributes ranging from John Williams’ “Hymn to the Fallen” to Rodgers and Hammerstein’s “Some Enchanted Evening.” It’s a stirring, full-scale salute to the nation’s musical legacy and those who served.
ALL WEEKEND
Naples Botanical Garden's Family Wonder Days returns May 24 and 25 with games, scavenger hunts and a guide (available in English, Spanish and Haitian Creole) that carry curious kids through a host of hands-on learning activities. Live music from classic rock cover band Moonstone Riders and multi-hyphenate musician Amy Cyr set the soundtrack, while scoops from Bayshore Arts District’s handmade ice cream shop, Fernweh, keep the family cool.
Escape the Ordinary, Embrace the Extraordinary! May 23rd, and Sat, May 24th, from 5pm to 11pm at the Lee County Civic Center the sky will be filled with light from the Balloon Glow & Laser Show! Bring the entire family for an unforgettable evening filled with excitement! Gaze at stunning hot air balloons and seize the chance to check off a bucket list item with a ride in one of them. Enjoy live music from an amazing DJ, explore a variety of craft and retail vendor booths offering unique items, and indulge in delicious festival-style food from diverse food vendors.
Saturday, May 24th
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
Bill Hammond at between Ford’s Garage & Naples Flatbread,
Miromar Outlets, Naples 3-6p Sat
Manny Z at between Michael Kors & Polo Ralph Lauren,
Miromar Outlets, Naples 4-7p Sat
MOONSTONE RIDERS at Dogtooth Sports Bar, Naples 7:30p 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
Cocodrills at Seed to Table, Naples 9p-2a Sat
Disco Fever Dance Party at Food & Thought 2 6p-9p Sat
Phenomenal Animal LIVE... AGAIN! at Jacks Seafood Bar & Grill 9p Sat
Sunset Saturday w/ local band at Paradise Coast Sports Complex 6p Sat
Matty Jollie at Whiskey Park, Naples 9p Sat
Tina Turner's Greatest Hits! + Guest Stars Celine Dion and Cher!
at The Stage Bonita Springs Sat
SATURDAY NIGHT OUT at Blue Martini, Naples 4-10p Sat
Danny Sinoff Trio at The London Club Naples 6:30p Sat
Just Denny at Mario's Restaurant, Shoppe's at Grande Oaks, Estero 6-8p Sat
Carlos Mencia at Off the Hook Comedy Cafe Fri-Sun
Phil Hogan at Snappers Comedy Cafe, Fort Myers Fri-Sat
Claire Liparulo 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
DJ Bobby at Johnny and Lisa Dance, Naples 7-10p Sat
Jack Kaune at Stan’s, Goodland, FL 1-4p Sat
Merrill at Little Bar Restaurant, Goodland, FL 1p Sat
Raiford Starke Band at Little Bar Restaurant, Goodland, FL 7:30p Sat
Charlie Pace Band at The Boardroom Tavern, Marco Island 6-9p Sat
Jimmy O. and Rhonda Lee at Snook Inn, Marco Island 1-5p Sat
Rick Rourke at Snook Inn, Marco Island 6-10p Sat
Maddie B. on Saxophone at Easy Tiger Rooftop Bar, The Perry Hotel Naples 6-9p Sat
DJ Big Rob at Poolside Bodega Bar, The Perry Hotel Naples 4-7p Sat
Looking for some country and alternative rock tunes to compliment your Memorial Day weekend? Catch the James William Band live from 5 to 8 p.m. at The Cove, Paradise Coast Sports Complex’s lakeside beer and wine bar. With food trucks and sunset views, the weekly Live at The Cove series offers a laid-back soundtrack to unwind.
Blues Tunes – Arts Bonita presents Kenny Neal, who carries the blues tradition with authenticity, fusing its rich roots with a modern edge at 7:30 p.m. Tickets are $43-$54. 10150 Bonita Beach Road, Bonita Springs. 239-495-8989 or www.artsbonita.org.
Sunday, May 25th
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
Denny at between Ford’s Garage & Naples Flatbread,
Miromar Outlets, Naples 1-4p Sun
Bill Colletti at between Michael Kors & Polo Ralph Lauren,
Miromar Outlets, Naples 1-4p Sun
DOGTOOTH JAM at Dogtooth Sports Bar, Naples 1-4p Sun
SLG LATIN GROOVE at Dogtooth Sports Bar, Naples 6:30p Sun
Paul Allodi at The Center Bar, Promenade, Bonita Bay 5-8p Sun
Latin Jam at Seed to Table, Naples 9p-1a Sun
Blues and Brews feat. David Julia & Gabe Stillman! at Jack’s Seafood Bar
& Grill 1p-4p Sun
Karaoke with Steve! at Jack’s Seafood Bar & Grill 9p-1a Sun
Joe Yeoman Band at Whiskey Park, Naples 8p Sun
SIN SUNDAYS at Blue Martini, Naples 4-8p Sun
Carlos Mencia at Off the Hook Comedy Cafe Fri-Sun
Memorial Day Party at Cavo, 9108 Strada PL Naples FL Sun
Texas Hippie Coalition at The Ranch Concert Hall Fort Myers 6p Sun
Swing Into Summer | Naples Grande at Johnny and Lisa Dance, Naples Sun
Rock Republic at Stan’s, Goodland, FL 1-6p Sun
TBA at Little Bar Restaurant, Goodland, FL 1p Sun
Can of Corn at Little Bar Restaurant, Goodland, FL 6p Sun
Josh Ferris at The Boardroom Tavern, Marco Island 6-9p Sun
TBD at Snook Inn, Marco Island 1-5p Sun
Coral Stone Band at Snook Inn, Marco Island 6-10p Sun
Devon Meyers at Poolside Bodega Bar, The Perry Hotel Naples 4-7p Sun
Watch Party – The Courtyard Bar at Ridgeway hosts a Formula 1 Watch Party with racing fans, screen-side excitement and pit stop banter, starting at 9 a.m. 1300 Third Street South, Naples. 239-262-5500 or www.ridgwaybarandgrill.com
Annual BBQ – At the German-American Social Club from 12-8 p.m., enjoy the Annual All-American Country BBQ with pulled pork, BBQ chicken, Bratwurst and live music by Endless Summer and Boots Band. Tickets are $5 for adults and free for kids 12 and under. 2101 SW Pine Island Rd. Cape Coral. 239-283-1400 or www.gasc-capecoral.com.
Monday, May 26th - Memorial Day
Memorial Day Service – The City of Bonita Springs Veterans Advisory Committee at 9 a.m. hosts a Memorial Day Service at Riverside Park, featuring retired Navy Admiral Christopher Murray and traditional military honors. 10450 Reynolds St. Bonita Springs. 239-949-6262 or www.cityofbonitasprings.org
Movie Party – Alamo Drafthouse Cinema is hosting a screening of “Jaws” (1975) and a movie party from 6:30-9:30 p.m. The admission includes props, drink holders and a boat-shaped bath bomb. Tickets are $19.60. 9118 Strada Place, Naples. 239-427-4463 or www.drafthouse.com
Naples Botanical Garden – Memorial Day Appreciation Weekend! Thank you to the brave individuals who serve our country! In gratitude for their service, all active and retired military personnel will enjoy free admission to the Garden from Saturday, May 24 through Monday, May 26. Standard admission applies for all other visitors.
The Ritz-Carlton, Naples – Memorial Day Celebration - Enjoy a weekend filled with activities such as kids' crafts, face painting, family yoga, and themed food and drink events. Highlights include the "Tacos & Tequila" event and patriotic-themed activities for children.