July 4th
Fourth of July Parade
Winn Dixie Plaza to Pine Island Center
Many patriotic floats, kid floats, and live music! Call the Elks for more info at 239-283-8848.
Second Weekend in July
Mango Mania
German-American Club-Cape Coral
www.mangomaniafl.com
Tropical Fruit Festival with arts & crafts, plants sales, live entertainment, and many food vendors! Contact 239-283-4842 for more information.
October 8
Jazz on the Green
Miromar Lakes Beach & Golf Club-Ft. Myers
http://www.jazzonthegreen.com
Enjoy world class jazz musicians outdoors! Beverages can be purchased at the event and you are welcome to bring your own food! Tickets can be purchased in advance or at the event. Call 239-765-4594 for more info.
October 21-23 and October 28-30
Oktoberfest
German-American Club-Cape Coral
www.gasc-capecoral.com
Feast yourself on German culture, food, and beer! Highlights include German musical groups and lots of dancing! For more info call 239-283-1400
November 9-13
Fort Myers Beach Sandsculpting Festival
Outrigger Resort & Holiday Inn Beaches-Ft. Myers Beach
Join artists from around the world as they create amazing sand sculptures. This competition draws thousands of people each year! Admission is FREE! Call 239-454-7500 for more info.
November 10-13
Fort Myers Boat Show
Edwards Dr./First Street-Ft. Myers
Take a look at one of Florida's largest shows. There are indoor and outdoor displays. Call 239-570-7785 for show times and admission prices.
Second Saturday in November
Pine Island Folk and Blues Fest
Pine Island KOA - St. James City
Kick off another winter season with great local and national musical talents! Bring a blanket and hang out on the lawn or camp for the whole weekend. Ask us about a great Blues festival package deal!! Call 800-562-8505 for more information or to make reservations!
December
Holiday House at the Edison & Ford Winter Estates
Edison and Ford Winter Estates-Ft. Myers
More than 90,000 lights are used to decorate Thomas Edison's and Henry Ford's winter estates. Also included are gorgeous trees and artistic holiday scenes. Tours are available. For info call 239-334-7419.
January 16
Garten Fest
German-American Club-Cape Coral
www.gasc-capecoral.com
Celebrate German-American culture and heritage with authentic German food and beer.
Live Entertainment, lots of food, and lots of beer!
January 31-February 22
Edison Festival of Lights
Edwards Dr.- Ft. Myers
www.edisonfestival.org
Join in on the celebration of Thomas Edison's Birthday! Experience the biggest light parade ever created! Many other activities will accompany the month long event. Check out the web site for a schedule of events.
February 4
Edison Festival of Light City of Palm Block Party
Edwards Dr.- Ft. Myers
www.edisonfestival.com
Enjoy musical entertainment on three stages, kiddy rides, games, food, and beverages. Call 239-334-2999 for more information.
February 25-March 6
Southwest Florida and Lee County Fair
Lee Civic Center-North Ft. Myers
www.leeciviccenter.com
An old-fashioned county fair complete with Midway rides and livestock exhibits. Food and fun for everyone! Call 239-543-8368 for more information.
March 3-5
Annual Sanibel Shell Fair & Show
Sanibel Community Center-Sanibel Island
The Shell Fair features shell displays, crafts, food, and entertainment! Sanibel is a world-renowned shelling island so the Shell Show will be outstanding! Call 239-472-2155 for more info.
March 4-6
Annual Fort Myers Beach Shrimp Festival and Parade
Lynn Hall Memorial Park & Times Square-Ft. Myers Beach
A parade, 5K run, queen pageant, and Blessing of the Fleet are all part of the fun at the Ft. Myers Beach Shrimp Festival! The festival is to honor the shrimping heritage and what kind of festival would it be without food, fun, and live entertainment! Call 239-454-7500 for more information.
