Local Attractions & Events
Everywhere in the islands, beaches, and neighborhoods of Fort Myers, there’s always something to do, from yearly festivals to unique concerts and holiday celebrations. Please confirm event details with the event organizers for the most recent information.
# MAY #
Biennial Artist Grant Recipient Exhibition
May 03, 2024 - Jun 01, 2024
5:00 PM to 1:00 PM
Alliance for the Arts | 10091 McGregor Blvd. Fort Myers, FL
The exhibition showcases the work of visual artists Linda Benson, Stacey Brown, Martha De La Cruz, Lily Hatchett, and Roland Ruocco. There will also be performances during the opening reception in the Alliance’s Foulds Theatre. Each visual artist and performance group in the show received an Arts & Culture Grant from the City in 2022 or 2023, or both grant cycles.
Fees/Tickets
Free and open to the public
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Cape Coral Paint and Sip – Cockatoo
May 14, 2024
6:00 PM
Eight-Foot Brewing, 1520 SE 46th Lane, Cape Coral, FL
Escape to the tropics at our Cape Coral Paint and Sip hosted by Eight Foot Brewing! Immerse yourself in the colors of paradise as you paint a stunning tropical cockatoo perched among lush foliage. Sip on delicious drinks and unwind in a relaxed atmosphere while our expert instructors guide you through each brushstroke. Bring a touch of exotic beauty to your home with your own handcrafted masterpiece. Reserve your spot now for a delightful evening of creativity and fun!
Fees/Tickets
$39
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ACMA Songwriters Showcase at the Plaza
May 14, 2024
6:00 PM to 7:30 PM
Fort Myers Regional Library | 1651 Lee St., Fort Myers , FL
This FREE show will be an ACMA showcase featuring many local songwriters. This is one of the best shows of the year with a variety of musicians. Usually the show will be held indoors.
Fees/Tickets
Free Admission
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Painting Night Ft Myers Beach – Starry Tropics
May 15, 2024
5:00 PM to 8:00 PM
416 Crescent Street, Fort Myers Beach, FL
Escape to a tropical paradise at our Painting Night in Ft Myers Beach, hosted by Matanzas on the Bay! Immerse yourself in the serene beauty of a starry tropics landscape. Let your imagination soar as you recreate the vibrant colors of palm trees against a backdrop of twinkling stars. Unleash your inner artist while sipping on delicious drinks and enjoying the company of fellow creatives. Transport yourself to paradise with every brushstroke.
Fees/Tickets
$39
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South Seas Tarpon Tournament
May 16, 2024 - May 17, 2024
South Seas, Captiva Island along Florida’s Gulf Coast
South Seas on Captiva Island is hosting an inaugural Tarpon Tournament supporting Folds of Honor May 16-17. Dedicated to combining the thrill of sportfishing with a deep commitment to honoring those who have sacrificed for freedom the South Seas Tarpon Tournament sponsorship proceeds will go directly to Folds of Honor scholarship recipients in Lee County making a significant difference in their lives and helping them achieve their educational dreams.
Fees/Tickets
Teams of four people can enter the tournament for an entry fee of $1000 per team with only one captain per team. All monies collected from Tarpon Tournament entry fees are paid to the winners of the tournament.
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May Music Walk
May 17, 2024
6:00 PM - 10:00 PM
Downtown Fort Myers River District, FL
The streets of downtown Fort Myers come alive for a one-night-only concert showcasing musicians of all talent levels and a variety of styles!
Fees/Tickets
Free Admission
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Jennings and Keller in Concert! Karen Cohen Opens
May 18, 2024
7:00 PM to 9:30 PM
Americana Community Music Association at All Faiths Unitarian | 2756 McGregor Blvd.Fort Myers, FL
Jennings & Keller is an award-winning nationally touring duo based out of Florida. They offer up 21st Century Americana with influences in folk, jazz, and roots music. They fuse many different musical elements into a unique eclectic style that is refreshingly diverse.
Fees/Tickets
$12 – $18
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NOCHES TROPICALES
May 18, 2024
7:30 PM to 9:30 PM
Performing Arts Center, Hinman Auditorium | 10150 Bonita Beach Road, Bonita Springs, FL
Get ready for the ultimate tropical fiesta with two-time Grammy-winning sensation Marlow Rosado! From Marc Anthony to El Gran Combo, groove to the best in Salsa, Merengue, and Cumbia. It’s not just a show—it’s a full-blown Latin club experience! Be the first to know as Marlow makes a very special announcement for his next season’s lineup, with sultry dancers adding sizzle to the stage! An unforgettable night of nonstop fun and irresistible rhythms awaits.
Fees/Tickets
$45 Table Seating / $35 Regular Seating
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Southwest Florida Symphony: Brave New Pops 3 - 70s, 80s & 90s Unplugged
May 18, 2024
7:30 PM to 9:30 PM
Barbara B. Mann Performing Arts Hall | 13350 FSW Pkwy, Fort Myers, FL
Travel back in time with the Southwest Florida Symphony for an unforgettable evening of acoustic magic, featuring the sensational Andrew Lipke. “70’s, 80’s & 90’s Unplugged” is a special concert that will stir your soul and rekindle memories with acoustic renditions of hits from some of the most iconic artists of these vibrant decades.
Fees/Tickets
From $29.95 to $119.95
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Fort Myers Film Fest
May 22, 2024 - May 26, 2024
12:00 AM to 11:59 PM
2301 First St., Downtown Historic District Fort Myers, FL
Get ready for the Fort Myers Film Festival’s 14th annual festival which will be held in the sunny, beautiful SWFL region at the Sidney & Berne Davis Art Center, IMAG, Babcock Ranch, BIG ARTS, Alliance for the Arts, Broadway Palm Theater and more!
Fees/Tickets
From $25 to $250
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Coffee Connoisseur
May 25, 2024
10:00 AM to 12:00 PM
2200 Edwards Drive, Fort Myers, FL
This entertaining class includes a live coffee roasting demonstration, unlimited coffee, freshly baked assorted pastries, and a personalized certificate of completion. You’ll also learn about the history of coffee, different coffee varieties, and roasting methods.
Fees/Tickets
General Admission $41.15 (all fees included)
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Fringe Fort Myers 2024
May 30, 2024 - Jun 02, 2024
6:00 PM to 9:00 PM
Alliance for the Arts | 10091 McGregor Blvd. Fort Myers, FL
Fringe Fort Myers 2024, presented by the Alliance for the Arts and Broadway Palm Dinner Theater May 30-June 2, is the newest Fringe theatre festival in Southwest Florida and maintains long-standing Fringe traditions of being 100% uncensored, 100% unjuried and 100% inclusive. Even better, 100% of ticket sales go directly to the artists. All of this means you’re 100% guaranteed to have the single greatest experience of your life!
Fees/Tickets
Tickets are $16 with the option to buy multiple shows for a discount: 3 shows for $45 or 6 shows for $84. Burlesque is not included in the discount.
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# JUNE #
Kid’s Fringe Fort Myers Presents: Mad Libs LIVE!
Jun 01, 2024
1:00 PM to 2:00 PM
Alliance for the Arts | 10091 McGregor Blvd. Fort Myers, FL
Mad Libs Live is an energetic, original and fast-paced family musical. It captures the essence of the classic word game, and watching it can help kids distinguish between nouns, verbs, adjectives and adverbs.
Fees/Tickets
Child (12 & under) - $5.00 / General Admission - $10.00
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Kid’s Fringe Fort Myers Presents: A Midsummer Night’s Dream (Abridged)
Jun 01, 2024
6:30 PM to 7:30 PM
Alliance for the Arts | 10091 McGregor Blvd. Fort Myers, FL
William Shakespeare’s stage classic; love, magic, betrayal, truth and desires take centre stage. Hermia has a decision to make, Lysander or Demetrius. She loves Lysander but Demetrius has a better standing in court, more money, though he’s not so nice. Hermia’s best friend Helena only has eyes for Demetrius and will do anything to have him. Including selling out Hermia and Lysander as they plan to elope. The four lovers end up lost in the forest trying to find their way out. However, what they encounter will change the course of their lives.
Fees/Tickets
General Admission - $10.00 / Student (w/ ID) - $5.00
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Passerine in Concert! Fred Ball Opens
Jun 01, 2024
7:00 PM to 9:30 PM
Americana Community Music Association (ACMA) | 2756 McGregor Blvd, Fort Myers, FL
Passerine’s distinctive sound combines vocal harmonies, the crisp rhythms of an acoustic guitar, the haunting voices of the fiddle and dobro (resonator slide guitar), the resonant lows of an acoustic bass. With inventive vocal harmonies and song-writing, supported by the sounds of acoustic strings, this dynamic group offers a fresh take on traditional folk and bluegrass music as well as a repertoire of original songs that range from sweet ballads to the edgier side of contemporary Americana.
Fees/Tickets
Members - $12 / General Public - $18
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Summer Fusion: A Musical Celebration
Jun 06, 2024
7:30 PM to 9:30 PM
Performing Arts Center, Moe Auditorium | 10150 Bonita Beach Road, Bonita Springs, FL
Join an unforgettable evening with the Rick Howard Quartet as they present a Celebration of Music, blending genres from Jazz and Blues to Pop, Latin, and classics from the Great American Songbook. With the masterful Ken Levinsky on piano, the percussive talents of Tony Vigilante on drums, and the rhythmic foundation provided by Jay Heavilin on bass, prepare for an enchanting eclectic musical journey. And who knows? There may even be some surprises in store! Don’t miss this exceptional showcase of musical diversity and virtuosity.
Fees/Tickets
Table Seating - $45 / Regular Seating - $35
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June Art Walk
June 7, 2024
5:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Downtown Fort Myers River District, Fort Myers, FL
Join the June Art Walk! Local vendors, crafters, and artists will be demonstrating and selling their one-of-a-kind works of art created in a variety of mediums.
Fees/Tickets
Free Admission
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Adam Ezra Group in Concert! Bruce Gallant Opens
Jun 08, 2024
7:00 PM to 9:30 PM
Americana Community Music Association (ACMA) | 2756 McGregor Blvd, Fort Myers, FL
Make sure you come to this WOW summer concert! For the first time on our stage, help us give a big ACMA welcome to ADAM EZRA GROUP!!
Working outside the confines of the traditional music industry, Adam Ezra and his bandmates – Corinna Smith (fiddle), Alex Martin (drums), Poche Ponce (bass) – built a community of fans through sheer grit and determination, regularly performing hundreds of shows a year for the past two decades without any major label or mainstream radio support. Fusing folk intimacy and rock energy with soul power and pop charm, the band first emerged from Boston in the early 2000’s and quickly garnered widespread acclaim for their bold, insightful songwriting and interactive, euphoric performances.
Fees/Tickets
Members - $15 / General Public - $20
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Fundamental Physics Summer Camp
June 10, 2024 - June 14, 2024
9:00 AM to 4:00 PM
Edison and Ford Winter Estates | 2350 McGregor Blvd, Fort Myers, FL
Inspect the behavior of matter in the operation of unique objects in our Fundamental Physics Summer Camp! From the sound waves of the phonograph to the mystery of light in a bulb, this camp explores the wild world of physics. Campers will learn how to amaze as they conduct experiments and learn about the world around us all. Advance registration is required.
Fees/Tickets
Edison Ford members - $225 / Non-members - $250
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ACMA @ The Tribby presents Mean Mary in Concert
Jun 13, 2024
7:00 PM to 8:30 PM
Shell Point Tribby Arts Center | 17281 On Par Blvd. Fort Myers, FL
An ACMA favorite will kick up her heels as she kicks off the ACMA Acoustic Series at Shellpoint Tribby Arts Center. Mean Mary always brings a smile, a song and SEVERAl instruments to the audience. Today she produces music, produces videos (her YouTube videos have received close to 30 million visits), tours extensively in the US and overseas, is writing a novel trilogy about the music world, and is an endorsing artist for Deering Banjos. The Deerings have named her their Goodtime Ambassador. Mary plays 11 instruments and has recorded 18 albums, her newest being Portrait of a Woman.
Fees/Tickets
$30
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WHITE COLLAR COMEDY SHOW*
Jun 13, 2024
7:30 PM to 9:30 PM
Performing Arts Center | 10150 Bonita Beach Road, Bonita Springs, FL
A teacher, a doctor, and a lawyer walk into the Arts Bonita on June 13th, 2024! Join these three funny professionals for a hysterical night of stand-up comedy. Mike Rivera was named the Funniest Teacher in America. He’s also a touring member of the Bored Teachers Tour. Vien “ComicDoc” Phommachanh is the #1 Ranked Laotian Ear, Nose, & Throat Doctor/Comedian in Florida. He has a DryBar Comedy Special being released in 2024. Mark Christopher is an old-school comic with a modern sensibility and a lawyer. He has performed all over the country in the biggest clubs alongside some of the top comics in the country. The three of them are teaming up, for a wonderful night of comedy as part of Venturino’s Comedy Series! The show is hosted by Larry Venturino.
Fees/Tickets
Table Seating - $30 / Regular Seating - $20
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Father’s Day Lunch Cruise
Jun 15, 2024
11:00 AM to 3:00 PM
J.C. Cruises/ CAPT. J.P. | 1300 Hendry St, Fort Myers, FL
Treat Dad to a Father’s Day Cruise!
Take Dad on a two and a half-hour cruise on the Caloosahatchee River, with sightseeing, live narration, lunch, music for dancing, and a cash bar.
Fees/Tickets
Adult $65 / Child Ages 11 and under $32.50 / For groups of 10 or more please call to book
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Juneteenth Open Mic ~ Music ~ Poetry ~ Hip Hop ~ Jazz
Jun 19 2024
8:00 PM to 11:00 PM
Zoom Virtual Event | North Fort Myers, FL
This event is a celebration of Black artists, featuring music, poetry, hip-hop, and jazz performances. It’s a great opportunity to support local talent and enjoy a vibrant cultural experience. Whether you’re a performer or an audience member, it promises to be an inspiring evening!
Fees/Tickets
From $5 to $15
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June Music Walk
June 21, 2024
6:00 PM - 10:00 PM
Downtown Fort Myers River District, Fort Myers, FL
The streets of downtown Fort Myers come alive for a one-night-only concert showcasing musicians of all talent levels and a variety of styles!
Fees/Tickets
Free Admission
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Fort Myers Official Pride Bar Crawl
Jun 22, 2024
4:00 PM to 11:00 PM
The HIDEAWAY .Bar | 1418 Dean St, Fort Myers, FL
Get ready to paint the town with pride at the Official Pride Bar Crawl on June 22nd! Join a vibrant celebration of love, diversity, and unity as we embark on an unforgettable journey through the heart of the city. Decked out in rainbow hues, our prideful bar crawlers will experience the best of the LGBTQ+ community’s spirit and energy.
Fees/Tickets
Free Admission
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Matthew Sabatella in Concert! Houseboat Jim Visone opens
Jun 22, 2024
7:00 PM to 9:30 PM
ACMA. at All Faiths Unitarian | 2756 McGregor Blvd. Fort Myers, FL
Matthew Sabatella connects people with music that is woven into the fabric of the United States. As a singer, instrumentalist, recording artist, performer, speaker, and writer, he illuminates the connection between music and the story and people of the United States. He performs regularly, both as a solo artist and as the leader of the Rambling String Band. He teaches about America’s music, in person and online, at Lifelong Learning Institutes, including Florida Atlantic University, George Mason University, Florida International University, University of Miami, and Nova Southeastern University.
Fees/Tickets
From $12 to $18
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