Friday, September 27th
Donna Holman at between Skechers & Saks OFF 5th, Miromar Outlets Naples4-7p Fri
MEMPHIS LIGHTING at Dogtooth Sports Bar, Naples 7:30p Fri
Fireball Friday at The Center Bar at the Promenade at Bonita Bay 3-11p Fri
Jacob’s Ladder at The Center Bar at the Promenade at Bonita Bay 7-10p Fri
Friday Night Live at Seed to Table, Naples 4:30p Fri
Flashback Fridays at Seed to Table, Naples 8p-2a Fri
Driven Live at Jacks Seafood Bar & Grill 9p Fri
Happy Hour at Whiskey Park Naples 3-7p Fri-Sun
Charlie Pace Band at Whiskey Park Naples 8p Fri
Alter Eagles Tribute Band at The Stage Bonita Springs Fri
ENTOURAGE at Blue Martini, Naples 7:30 Fri
Danny Sinoff Trio at The London Club Naples 6-10p Fri
Maija DiGiorgio at Snappers Comedy Cafe, Fort Myers Fri-Sat
Lucas Zelnick at Off the Hook Comedy Cafe Fri-Sat
The Clique Band at Cavo, 9108 Strada PL Naples FL 7-10p Fri
DJ Messina at Cavo, 9108 Strada PL Naples FL 10p Fri
Yngwie Malmsteen at The Ranch Concert Hall Fort Myers 7p Fri
Nery Garcia | Salsa Dance Social at Johnny and Lisa Dance, Naples 8p Fri
Papa’s Pop Up – A pop-up exhibit by Dani Nikolaou opening reception at 4 p.m. at the Norris Center. Be inspired by color and texture. 755 8th Ave South, Naples. 239-213-3058 or unitedartscollier.org.
Grand Reopening – Calusa Nature Center’s Grand Reopening ceremony is at 10 a.m. with a VIP reception and exclusive showing of the Mesmerica 360 immersive experience from 6-8 p.m. 3450 Ortiz Avenue, Fort Myers. 239-275-3435 or www.calusanature.org.
Short Film Festival – The 27th Annual Manhattan Short Film Festival week begins September 27th at 7 p.m. Join film fanatics from around the world to watch and vote for Manhattan Short Film finalists. Tickets start at $16. Paragon Pavilion Theather 833 Vanderbilt Beach Road, Naples. 239-596-0008 or www.naplescinematheque.com.
Music Row – Kristian Bush, Kassi Ashton and Shane Profitt perform at Margaritaville Beach Resort Fort Myers Beach starting at 7:30 p.m. as a part of the Island Hopper Songwriter Fest. 251 Crescent Street, Fort Myers Beach. For more information, visit www.islandhopperfest.com or www.visitfortmyers.com.
September 28—September 29
Florida Repertory Theatre presents Forever Plaid
This retro-themed musical comedy tells the story of four friends who never make it to their first big show as a band, so they decide to rock the afterlife instead. This heavenly show takes viewers on a musical journey through swing, boogie-woogie, Latin, and Calypso melodies and leaves audiences laughing and humming along.
September 28—September 29
Farmer Mikes U Pick kicks-off their 10th Annual Fall Festival this Saturday
The Farmer Mikes U Pick Fall Festival marks the unofficial start to the season in Southwest Florida. Head to either Farmer Mikes location (Bonita Springs and Fort Myers) every weekend through October 27 for fall activities like corn mazes, pumpkin or sunflower picking (depending on the location), seasonal produce and spooky attractions.
Saturday, September 28th
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
Manny Z at Ford’s Garage & Naples Flatbread, Miromar Outlets Naples4-7p Sat
Nicole D’Andrea at between Michael Kors & Polo Ralph Lauren,
Miromar Outlets Naples 4-7p Sat
Kathleen Peace at near Kay Jewelers, Miromar Outlets Naples 4-7p Sat
BACKLASH at Dogtooth Sports Bar, Naples 7:30p Sat
Seltzer Saturday at The Center Bar at the Promenade at Bonita Bay 3-11p Sat
Skeletens at The Center Bar, Promenade, Bonita Bay 7-10p Sat
Gypsy Blue at the Beer Bar, Seed to Table, Naples 4-7p Sat
Wild Things at Seed to Table, Naples 9p-2a Sat
Boot Scootin’ Boogie: Country Dance Party at Food & Thought 2, Naples 6-9p Sat
Moonstone Riders LIVE at Jacks Seafood Bar & Grill 9p Sat
National Drink Beer Day at Jacks Seafood Bar & Grill 11a-2a Sat
Sunset Saturday w/ local band at Paradise Coast Sports Complex, 6p Sat
College Football at Whiskey Park, Naples Sat
BRUNCH at Whiskey Park, Naples 11a-2p Sat
Happy Hour at Whiskey Park Naples 3-7p Fri-Sun
Big Cypress Band at Whiskey Park Naples 8p Sat
The Rolling Stones! Doobie Brothers, and Steve Miller Tribute Band at
The Stage Bonita Springs Sat
GIACOMO at Blue Martini, Naples 4-7p Sat
AVYA at Blue Martini, Naples 7-10p Sat
Carmen Tomassetti Trio at The London Club Naples 6-10p Sat
Just Denny at Mario’s Restaurant, Shoppe’s at Grande Oaks, Estero 6-8p Sat
Maija DiGiorgio at Snappers Comedy Cafe, Fort Myers Fri-Sat
Lucas Zelnick at Off the Hook Comedy Cafe Fri-Sat
DJ Bigg John at Cavo, 9108 Strada PL Naples FL 9:30p Sat
The SLG Band at Cavo, 9108 Strada PL Naples FL 6:30p Sat
Laberinto at The Ranch Concert Hall Fort Myers 7p Sat
DJ Bobby at Johnny and Lisa Dance, Naples 7-10p Sat
Shy Wolf Golf Scramble – Heritage Bay Golf & Country Club hosts the 4th Annual Shy Wolf Golf Scramble at 7:30 a.m. Enjoy a day on the greens, lunch and drinks to benefit the Shy Wolf Sanctuary. Entry fees start at $175. 10154 Heritage Bay Boulevard, Naples. 855-749-9653 or shywolfsanctuary.org.
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.
Jazz Concert – The Jazzmasters perform at The Norris Center from 1-3 p.m. Free admission, but donations are appreciated. 755 8th Ave South, Naples. 239-213-3058 or www.naplesgov.com/parksrec/ page/norris-community-center.
Music on the Mound – Two renowned songwriters, Tim James and Jeff Cohen, perform at the Mound House as a part of the Island Hopper Songwriters Fest from 2-4 p.m. Tickets start at $50 and include admission to the museum, performances, drink tickets and a book signing. 451 Connecticut St., Fort Myers Beach. 239-765-0865 or www.moundhouse.org/ event/island-hooper-at-mound-house/.
Candlelight Concerts – The Gulf Coast Symphony continues its candlelight concerts with A Tribute to Queen at 6 p.m. and A Tribute to Adele at 8:30 p.m. Sept. 28 by the Listeso String Quartet at the Music & Arts Community Center. Tickets start at $46. Shows sold separately. 13411 Shire Lane, Fort Myers. 239-277-1700 or www.gulfcoastsymphony.org.
Comedy Show – Marlon Wayans takes his Wild Child Tour to Barbara B. Mann at 7 p.m. Sept. 28. Marlon Wayans, a versatile actor, comedian, and producer, has achieved significant success with over $1 billion in global box office earnings and continues to captivate audiences with his stand-up comedy, recent Netflix films, and roles in high-profile projects like Sofia Coppola’s On the Rocks. Tickets are $41.50- $91.50. 13350 FSW Pkwy., Fort Myers. 239-481-4849 or www.bbmannpah.com.
Vocal Area Recital – An Ornithologist’s Dream is performed at U. Tobe Recital Hall at 7:30 p.m. Sept. 28. Free admission. 10501 FGCU Blvd. S., Fort Myers. 239-745-4268 or www.fgcu.edu/cas/bsma.
Sunday, September 29th
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
Kari Melissa & Dante at between Ford’s Garage & Naples Flatbread Miromar
Outlets Naples 1-4p Sun
Rob Norum at between Michael Kors & Polo Ralph Lauren, Miromar
Outlets Naples 1-4p Sun
Robin Stasko at near Kay Jewelers, Miromar Outlets Naples 1-4p Sun
NFL SUNDAY TICKET at Dogtooth Sports Bar, Naples 1-6p Sun
SLG LATIN GROOVE at Dogtooth Sports Bar, Naples 6:30p Sun
DJ Tanke’s Latin Jam Birthday Bash at Seed to Table, Naples 9p Sun
Sunday night Karaoke with Steve! at Jacks Seafood Bar & Grill 9:30p Sun
NFL FOOTBALL at Jacks Seafood Bar & Grill 1p Sun
BRUNCH at Whiskey Park Naples 11-2p Sun
NFL Sunday Ticket at Whiskey Park Naples Sun
Happy Hour at Whiskey Park Naples 3-7p Sun
25% OFF EVERYTHING at Whiskey Park Naples 9p Sun
Joey Bragg at Off the Hook Comedy Cafe Sun
DJ KO at Cavo, 9108 Strada PL Naples FL 9p Sun
Samba Workshop | Bruce & Karen at Johnny and Lisa Dance, Naples 1-3p Sun
Jazz Ensemble Concert – FGCU’s Jazz Ensemble performs at U. Tobe Recital Hall at 3 p.m. Sept. 29. Free admission. 10501 FGCU Blvd. S., Fort Myers. 239-745-4268 or www.fgcu.edu/cas/bsma.
Scotty McCreery – Country artist Scotty McCreery performs at the Pink Shell Beach Resort and Marina Pool Party at 5 p.m. to wrap up the Island Hopper Songwriter Fest. The BMI singer-songwriter is known for his hit songs “You Time,” “Damn Strait,” “Rise and Fall,” “Cab in a Solo” and many more. Tickets are $75. 275 Estero Blvd., Fort Myers Beach. 239-463-6181 or www.pinkshell.com. For more information, visit www.islandhopperfest.com or www.visitfortmyers.com.
Chicago Showing – Honor National Broadway Musicals Day with a screening of Chicago presented by Naples Cinematheque and Paragon Theaters at 6:30 p.m. Enjoy a Q&A after the showing with Kristen Coury, founder and CEO of Gulfshore Playhouse. Tickets start at $19. 831 Vanderbilt Beach Road, Naples. 239-596-0008 or www.naplescinematheque.com.
Naples’ Alamo Drafthouse is back at it again with another movie event. Make your way to Mercato to belt your heart out alongside the tunes of The Greatest Showman at this weekend’s sing-along event, starting at 11 a.m. Alamo Drafthouse provides fun props and welcomes singers of all levels to join in.