Happy Thursday, SWFL!

I'm the last person to rush into the Christmas holiday. My decorations stay in the attic until Thanksgiving is over. But I'll make one exception: holiday show tickets. The Nutcracker, A Christmas Carol, Cirque du Soleil and more are already on sale, and the best seats won't last into November, so I’ve rounded them all up below. And don't worry, there's still plenty of spooky season ahead, from trunk-or-treats to haunted walks. Scroll down for the full lineup!

-Sarajane

Naples Beaches Getting $8 Million in New Sand Starting Oct. 23
Collier County commissioners approved an $8 million beach renourishment
project covering the stretch from Doctors Pass south to the Naples Pier. Crews
start setting up Thursday, Oct. 23, and will work in phases, with about 60%
done by Thanksgiving and the rest finished just before Christmas. (WINK News)

Naples Fireworks Return to New Year's Eve
After being canceled one year and moved to Jan. 3 the next, the Naples Pier
fireworks show returns to Dec. 31, with a start time expected around 6:30 p.m.
The city is switching to Pyrotecnico, which holds the Guinness record for the
largest fireworks display, and the show will have about 3,000 shots, roughly
triple last year's. City Council is expected to vote on the contract at its
Oct. 21 meeting. (Gulfshore Business)

Neighbors Raise $300,000 to Reopen Sanibel's Lighthouse Beach Fishing Pier
The Sanibel Pier Restoration Committee raised more than $300,000 from nearly
200 donors in 22 states, plus a gift from Canada, to restore the old fishing
pier at Lighthouse Beach. Crews are already replacing posts, building new
ramps and repairing railings, and a ribbon cutting is planned for Nov. 21. The
money also covers future upkeep and a planned shade overhang, while the
city's new $2.1 million pier next door is still a year or two away. (WINK News)

Looking Ahead: Holiday Shows On Sale Now

SWFL's theaters have their December lineups up, and seats are going. By Novemeber expect availability to be limited so if you have been wanting to get tickets, now is the time.

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Lakes Park Fall Festival
Friday, October 16th | 10:00 AM-9:00 PM
Lakes Park, 7330 Gladiolus Drive, Fort Myers
A multi-week fall festival featuring a Halloween Express Train Ride, Scarecrows in the Park display in the Children's Garden, and a Pumpkin Patch. Train rides run M-F 10am-2pm and 6-9pm, Sat-Sun 10am-9pm; scarecrows and pumpkins Th-F 6-9pm, Sat-Sun 10am-9pm.

Oktoberfest at Fort Myers Brewing Co.
Friday, October 16th | 3:00 PM-9:00 PM
Fort Myers Brewing Co., 12811 Commerce Lakes Drive, Fort Myers
Featuring 50+ beers and seltzers on rotation, live music performances, food trucks, a free stein-hoisting competition on Saturday at 5pm, and Oktoberfest merchandise available for purchase.

Annual Fall Festival & Trunk or Treat
Friday, October 16th | 5:30 PM-7:30 PM
First Presbyterian Church of Naples, 250 6th Street South, Naples
A family-friendly fall festival featuring trunk-or-treat candy walk (5:30-6:30pm), kids' play zone with bounce houses and face painters, complimentary pizza dinner in Spencer Hall.

12th Annual Fall Festival at Farmer Mike's
Friday, October 16th | 6:00 PM-9:30 PM
Farmer Mike's U-Pick of Bonita, 26031 Morton Avenue, Bonita Springs
A fall festival with a hay ride, corn maze, pumpkin patch, sunflower field, bouncy houses, and a haunted corn maze on select nights.

Music Walk Downtown
Friday, October 16th | 6:00 PM-10:00 PM
Downtown Fort Myers, First Street, Fort Myers
A monthly live music night on 3rd Friday in the River District with over a dozen venues featuring local and regional talent.

Galaxy Fright Nights 2026
Friday, October 16th | 7:00 PM-11:00 PM
Collier Fairgrounds, 751 39th Avenue Northeast, Naples
A multi-weekend Halloween festival featuring two haunted houses (Aliens vs. Clowns and Last Call to Hell), a non-scary family-friendly maze (Beyond Wonderland), laser show, and interactive entertainment at an indoor venue running every Friday and Saturday in October.

Haunted Walk
Friday, October 16th | 7:30 PM-10:30 PM
Calusa Nature Center & Planetarium, 3450 Ortiz Avenue, Fort Myers
A fundraiser featuring a haunted walk through the grounds, operating every Friday, Saturday, and Sunday in October to support animal care at the Calusa Nature Center.

Bonita Springs Farmers Market
Saturday, October 17th | 8:00 AM-12:00 PM
The Promenade at Bonita Bay, 26795 South Bay Drive, Bonita Springs
A weekly outdoor farmers market featuring fresh local produce, flowers, plants, baked goods, seafood, honey, jams, prepared foods and drinks, and limited artists and crafters.

Buoys & Bait 2026: Boys Fishing Program
Saturday, October 17th | 8:30 AM-1:30 PM
Slipaway Food Truck Park & Marina, 1811 Cape Coral Parkway East, Cape Coral
A no cost boys fishing program with an awards and fish tales celebration, hosted by Freedom Waters Foundation.

Saturday Mat Pilates
Saturday, October 17th | 8:45 AM
Slipaway Food Truck Park & Marina, 1811 Cape Coral Parkway East, Cape Coral
45-minute outdoor mat pilates class taught by certified instructors, all-levels full-body workout with complimentary post-class mimosa or mocktail. Bring your mat and towel.

12th Annual Fall Festival at Farmer Mike's
Saturday, October 17th | 9:00 AM-10:00 PM
Farmer Mike's U-Pick of Bonita, 26031 Morton Avenue, Bonita Springs
A fall festival with a hay ride, corn maze, pumpkin patch, sunflower field, bouncy houses, and a haunted corn maze on select nights.

Fall Fest 2026
Saturday, October 17th | 9:00 AM-4:00 PM
Southern Fresh Farms, 8500 Penzance Boulevard, Fort Myers
A weekend fall festival with local vendors, food, live music, farm animals, and pumpkins every weekend in October.

Boo at the Zoo
Saturday, October 17th | 9:00 AM-4:30 PM
Naples Zoo at Caribbean Gardens, 1590 Goodlette-Frank Rd, Naples
Family-friendly Halloween event featuring costume characters, candy booths, trick-or-treating for children ages 12 and under, dinosaurs, mini unicorns, and live shows with photo opportunities featuring superheroes and mermaids. Regular zoo admission applies.

M&M Farms Fall Market
Saturday, October 17th | 9:00 AM-2:00 PM
M&M Farms, 5450 Higginbotham Road, Fort Myers
A fall market with 60-plus handmade, boutique, and vintage vendors, food trucks, a bounce house, and farm animals.

Tai Chi
Saturday, October 17th | 9:00 AM-10:00 AM
Florida Blue Center at Coconut Point, 8041 Plaza Del Lago Drive, Estero, FL 33928, Estero
A Tai Chi and meditation class of gentle, flowing movements that boost energy and relieve stress.

Downtown Fort Myers Farmers Market
Saturday, October 17th | 9:00 AM-1:00 PM
Downtown Fort Myers, First Street, Fort Myers
A weekly farmers market with fresh local produce, artisan goods, and community vendors in the heart of Downtown Fort Myers.

Alliance Morning Market, Free Family ArtLabs and Movie Screening
Saturday, October 17th | 9:00 AM-1:00 PM
Alliance for the Arts, 10091 Mcgregor Boulevard, Fort Myers
Morning market 9am-1pm and movie starts at noon. From 10am -12pm drop in for free, hands-on family fun. Explore something new every month like art making, gallery activities, games and more

Farmers Market at Miromar Outlets
Saturday, October 17th | 9:00 AM-1:00 PM
Playground at Miromar Outlets, 10801 Corkscrew Road, Estero
A weekly farmers market offering fresh and unique local finds in the Miromar Outlets parking lot.

Lakes Park Fall Festival
Saturday, October 17th | 10:00 AM-9:00 PM
Lakes Park, 7330 Gladiolus Drive, Fort Myers
A multi-week fall festival featuring a Halloween Express Train Ride, Scarecrows in the Park display in the Children's Garden, and a Pumpkin Patch. Train rides run M-F 10am-2pm and 6-9pm, Sat-Sun 10am-9pm; scarecrows and pumpkins Th-F 6-9pm, Sat-Sun 10am-9pm.

3rd Annual Fall Fest
Saturday, October 17th | 10:00 AM-2:00 PM
Farmer Joe's Fresh Market, 1401 SW Pine Island Rd,, Cape Coral
Fall festival featuring delicious food and drinks, local vendors, and fall activities for the whole family.

Jr. Ranger Program
Saturday, October 17th | 10:00 AM-11:00 AM
Lovers Key State Park, 8700 Estero Boulevard, Fort Myers Beach
Kids join park staff for a hands-on Junior Ranger lesson and activity, earning a passport stamp toward their Junior Ranger status.

Lil’ Witching Hours: Halloween Fest
Saturday, October 17th | 10:00 AM-12:00 PM
Michael's Craft Store, Your local Michael's Craft Store, Fort Myers
A free kids Halloween party at Michaels with crafts, games, giveaways and in-store trick or treating.

Family Planting Day
Saturday, October 17th | 10:00 AM-2:00 PM
Naples Botanical Garden, 4820 Bayshore Drive, Naples
A family event in the Buehler Enabling Garden where participants harvest sweet potatoes, plant fall and winter vegetables, and create sweet potato bracelets. Participants can take home harvested produce and a tomato seedling, with activities throughout the garden.

Pumpkin Painting
Saturday, October 17th | 11:00 AM-3:00 PM
Seed to Table, 4835 Immokalee Road, Naples
A pumpkin painting event where participants of all ages can paint spooky jack-o'-lanterns, silly faces, or colorful designs. All supplies are provided.

Oktoberfest at Fort Myers Brewing Co.
Saturday, October 17th | 12:00 PM-10:00 PM
Fort Myers Brewing Co., 12811 Commerce Lakes Drive, Fort Myers
Featuring 50+ beers and seltzers on rotation, live music performances, food trucks, a free stein-hoisting competition on Saturday at 5pm, and Oktoberfest merchandise available for purchase.

SNIP Pumpkin Patch
Saturday, October 17th | 12:00 PM-7:00 PM
Mercato, 9110 Strada Place, Naples
A pumpkin patch where pumpkins are sold for $10 each, with proceeds benefiting SNIP Collier's spay and neuter services for pets. Available Oct 17-25 at various times throughout the day.

Halloween Movie: Goosebumps
Saturday, October 17th | 1:00 PM-3:00 PM
Bonita Springs Public Library, 10560 Reynolds Street, Bonita Springs
A screening of the PG-rated film Goosebumps, in which a horror writer's monsters escape his books and overrun a small town.

HOWLOWEEN Brew & Boo Bash
Saturday, October 17th | 2:00 PM-5:00 PM
Ankrolab Brewing Company, 3555 Bayshore Drive, Naples
A Halloween-themed pup costume party with prizes, pawfessional portraits, raffles, and local vendors. All proceeds support local shelter animals and pet owners in need.

Pursue Church Fall Festival
Saturday, October 17th | 3:00 PM-7:00 PM
Empowerment Farm, 2600 Garland Road, Naples
A fall festival featuring hayrides, live music, food trucks, a vendor market, children's crafts, and bounce houses at a family-oriented celebration.

Halloween Spooktacular
Saturday, October 17th | 4:00 PM-6:00 PM
CMON Golisano Children's Museum of Naples, 15080 Livingston Road, Naples
A not-so-scary Halloween celebration where costumed kids trick-or-treat through the museum with themed activities, games and crafts.

Paws & Palettes - A Fall Painting Event with Puppies
Saturday, October 17th | 4:00 PM-6:00 PM
Seaside Pups, 5544 Cynthia Lane, Naples
A watercolor painting event where participants create fall-themed artwork with guided or blank canvas options while enjoying puppy cuddles, photo time, and included drinks.

Trunk or Treat at First Christian Church
Saturday, October 17th | 5:00 PM-6:30 PM
First Christian Church, 2061 Mcgregor Boulevard, Fort Myers
A Trunk or Treat event featuring Halloween activities and trick-or-treating from car trunks in the church parking lot.

Rocky Horror Picture Show Outdoor Movie Event
Saturday, October 17th | 5:00 PM-10:00 PM
Alliance for the Arts, 10091 Mcgregor Boulevard, Fort Myers
Outdoor screening of the cult classic The Rocky Horror Picture Show featuring costume contests, Time Warp dance instruction, Rocky Horror Bingo, and an exclusive haunted house preview at this Halloween season opening night celebration.

4th Annual Halloween Art Gala
Saturday, October 17th | 6:00 PM-11:00 PM
Millennial Brewing Company, 1811 Royal Palm Avenue, Fort Myers
A showcase of local artists, performers, makers, and creatives at Millennial Brewing Co.

Banner Raising/Opening Night: Everblades vs. Orlando Solar Bears
Saturday, October 17th | 7:00 PM
Hertz Arena, 11000 Everblades Parkway, Estero
Florida Everblades home hockey game with Kelly Cup banner raising ceremony and LED wristband giveaway.

Galaxy Fright Nights 2026
Saturday, October 17th | 7:00 PM-11:00 PM
Collier Fairgrounds, 751 39th Avenue Northeast, Naples
A multi-weekend Halloween festival featuring two haunted houses (Aliens vs. Clowns and Last Call to Hell), a non-scary family-friendly maze (Beyond Wonderland), laser show, and interactive entertainment at an indoor venue running every Friday and Saturday in October.

Haunted Walk
Saturday, October 17th | 7:30 PM-10:30 PM
Calusa Nature Center & Planetarium, 3450 Ortiz Avenue, Fort Myers
A fundraiser featuring a haunted walk through the grounds, operating every Friday, Saturday, and Sunday in October to support animal care at the Calusa Nature Center.

12th Annual Fall Festival at Farmer Mike's
Sunday, October 18th | 9:00 AM-9:00 PM
Farmer Mike's U-Pick of Bonita, 26031 Morton Avenue, Bonita Springs
A fall festival with a hay ride, corn maze, pumpkin patch, sunflower field, bouncy houses, and a haunted corn maze on select nights.

Fall Fest 2026
Sunday, October 18th | 9:00 AM-4:00 PM
Southern Fresh Farms, 8500 Penzance Boulevard, Fort Myers
A weekend fall festival with local vendors, food, live music, farm animals, and pumpkins every weekend in October.

Boo at the Zoo
Sunday, October 18th | 9:00 AM-4:30 PM
Naples Zoo at Caribbean Gardens, 1590 Goodlette-Frank Rd, Naples
Family-friendly Halloween event featuring costume characters, candy booths, trick-or-treating for children ages 12 and under, dinosaurs, mini unicorns, and live shows with photo opportunities featuring superheroes and mermaids. Regular zoo admission applies.

SNIP Pumpkin Patch
Sunday, October 18th | 9:00 AM-1:00 PM
Mercato, 9110 Strada Place, Naples
A pumpkin patch where pumpkins are sold for $10 each, with proceeds benefiting SNIP Collier's spay and neuter services for pets. Available Oct 17-25 at various times throughout the day.

Cars and Coffee 239
Sunday, October 18th | 9:00 AM-11:00 AM
Mercato, 9110 Strada Place, Naples
Browse hundreds of cool cars located around the property. Check out the traffic circle to see our featured cars of the month and connect with car enthusiasts from Southwest Florida

Sanibel Island Farmers Market
Sunday, October 18th | 9:00 AM-1:00 PM
Sanibel City Hall, 800 Dunlop Road, Sanibel
An outdoor farmers market offering local produce, breads, honey, seafood, meats, flowers, cheeses, and other products, held weekly on Sundays.

Lakes Park Fall Festival
Sunday, October 18th | 10:00 AM-9:00 PM
Lakes Park, 7330 Gladiolus Drive, Fort Myers
A multi-week fall festival featuring a Halloween Express Train Ride, Scarecrows in the Park display in the Children's Garden, and a Pumpkin Patch. Train rides run M-F 10am-2pm and 6-9pm, Sat-Sun 10am-9pm; scarecrows and pumpkins Th-F 6-9pm, Sat-Sun 10am-9pm.

Oktoberfest at Fort Myers Brewing Co.
Sunday, October 18th | 12:00 PM-8:00 PM
Fort Myers Brewing Co., 12811 Commerce Lakes Drive, Fort Myers
Featuring 50+ beers and seltzers on rotation, live music performances, food trucks, a free stein-hoisting competition on Saturday at 5pm, and Oktoberfest merchandise available for purchase.

Free Upcycle Workshop
Sunday, October 18th | 12:00 PM-3:00 PM
The Rebel, 8711 Cypress Lake Drive, Fort Myers
A sewing and upcycling workshop where participants learn the basics of a sewing machine through demonstrations and printed handouts, then bring a clothing item to have a decorative patch sewn onto it by the instructor.

Storytime with Miss Becky
Sunday, October 18th | 12:00 PM
Barnes & Noble Market Square, 13751 South Tamiami Trail, Fort Myers
Weekly storytime with Miss Becky featuring activities and fun for children.

Fall Arrangement Workshop
Sunday, October 18th | 1:00 PM-2:30 PM
M&M Farms, 5450 Higginbotham Road, Fort Myers
A floral arranging workshop where participants create fall centerpieces with locally grown flowers in reusable pumpkin vases. All supplies, seasonal snacks, and beverages are included; no prior floral experience needed.

Witching Hours: Halloween Lanterns
Sunday, October 18th | 1:00 PM-3:00 PM
Michael's Craft Store, Your local Michael's Craft Store, Fort Myers
Decorate a jar into a spooky Halloween lantern using supplies Michaels provides.

PRESS PLAY: A Gamer's Halloween Family Concert
Sunday, October 18th | 1:00 PM-3:00 PM
Barbara B. Mann Performing Arts Hall at FSW, 13550 Fsw Parkway, Fort Myers
A musical Halloween concert celebration of video game music performed by the Gulf Coast Symphony, featuring symphonic performances from Super Mario Bros, The Legend of Zelda, Final Fantasy, Kingdom Hearts, Halo, Minecraft, and more. Pre-concert lobby activities include Halloween treats, Musical Discovery Zone, and a costume contest with winners announced during the concert.

Pressed Flowers Workshop with Naples Art Picnic
Sunday, October 18th | 3:00 PM
Books on Third, 300 3rd St S Unit 201, Naples
A pressed flower workshop where participants select from real pressed flowers and create botanical artwork while enjoying a fall evening at the bookstore. No art experience needed.

Haunted Walk
Sunday, October 18th | 7:30 PM-10:30 PM
Calusa Nature Center & Planetarium, 3450 Ortiz Avenue, Fort Myers
A fundraiser featuring a haunted walk through the grounds, operating every Friday, Saturday, and Sunday in October to support animal care at the Calusa Nature Center.

Boo at the Zoo
Monday, October 19th | 9:00 AM-4:30 PM
Naples Zoo at Caribbean Gardens, 1590 Goodlette-Frank Rd, Naples
Family-friendly Halloween event featuring costume characters, candy booths, trick-or-treating for children ages 12 and under, dinosaurs, mini unicorns, and live shows with photo opportunities featuring superheroes and mermaids. Regular zoo admission applies.

Lakes Park Fall Festival
Monday, October 19th | 10:00 AM-9:00 PM
Lakes Park, 7330 Gladiolus Drive, Fort Myers
A multi-week fall festival featuring a Halloween Express Train Ride, Scarecrows in the Park display in the Children's Garden, and a Pumpkin Patch. Train rides run M-F 10am-2pm and 6-9pm, Sat-Sun 10am-9pm; scarecrows and pumpkins Th-F 6-9pm, Sat-Sun 10am-9pm.

Shellcrafters Class
Monday, October 19th | 10:00 AM-12:00 PM
The Community House (Sanibel Community Association), 2173 Periwinkle Way, Sanibel
Learn from the original Shellcrafters and turn native Sanibel shells into your own handmade keepsake in this all-ages class.

Preschool Halloween Spooktacular
Monday, October 19th | 10:00 AM-12:00 PM
Lakes Regional Library, 15290 Bass Road, Fort Myers
Drop-in Halloween games, activities and fall crafts for preschoolers.

Healthy Beginnings: Storytime with the Florida Department of Health in Lee County
Monday, October 19th | 10:30 AM-11:30 AM
Bonita Springs Public Library, 10560 Reynolds Street, Bonita Springs
A health-themed storytime using books, songs and movement to teach little ones about nutrition, wellbeing and staying healthy.

Total Body Wellness
Monday, October 19th | 11:00 AM-12:00 PM
Florida Blue Center at Coconut Point, 8041 Plaza Del Lago Drive, Estero, FL 33928, Estero
A full-body workout building strength, balance and flexibility through dynamic stretches.

Beginner Macrame
Monday, October 19th | 12:00 PM-3:00 PM
The Community House (Sanibel Community Association), 2173 Periwinkle Way, Sanibel
Learn basic macrame knots and create your own plant hanger to take home with instructor Jodi Cort.

SNIP Pumpkin Patch
Monday, October 19th | 4:00 PM-7:00 PM
Mercato, 9110 Strada Place, Naples
A pumpkin patch where pumpkins are sold for $10 each, with proceeds benefiting SNIP Collier's spay and neuter services for pets. Available Oct 17-25 at various times throughout the day.

Zumba
Monday, October 19th | 5:00 PM-6:00 PM
Florida Blue Center at Coconut Point, 8041 Plaza Del Lago Drive, Estero, FL 33928, Estero
A high-energy dance fitness class that blends world rhythms with easy-to-follow dance moves.

Lakes Park Fall Festival
Tuesday, October 20th | 10:00 AM-9:00 PM
Lakes Park, 7330 Gladiolus Drive, Fort Myers
A multi-week fall festival featuring a Halloween Express Train Ride, Scarecrows in the Park display in the Children's Garden, and a Pumpkin Patch. Train rides run M-F 10am-2pm and 6-9pm, Sat-Sun 10am-9pm; scarecrows and pumpkins Th-F 6-9pm, Sat-Sun 10am-9pm.

Shape Monster Scavenger Hunt
Tuesday, October 20th | 10:00 AM-12:00 PM
East County Regional Library, 881 Gunnery Road North, Lehigh Acres
A drop-in library-wide hunt for hidden shapes to feed the shape monsters and earn a small prize.

Miromar Outlets Free Kids Crafts
Tuesday, October 20th | 10:00 AM-11:00 AM
Playground at Miromar Outlets, 10801 Corkscrew Road, Estero
Stop by for a quick and easy craft your little ones can assemble on the spot or take home to enjoy.

On the Table Jack-o-Lantern Face
Tuesday, October 20th | 10:30 AM
Johann Fust Community Library, 1040 10th St W, Boca Grande, FL 33921
A drop-by table activity where kids decorate a paper pumpkin face with stickers.

SNIP Pumpkin Patch
Tuesday, October 20th | 4:00 PM-7:00 PM
Mercato, 9110 Strada Place, Naples
A pumpkin patch where pumpkins are sold for $10 each, with proceeds benefiting SNIP Collier's spay and neuter services for pets. Available Oct 17-25 at various times throughout the day.

Haunted Hoedown
Tuesday, October 20th | 5:00 PM-8:00 PM
Mercato, 9110 Strada Place, Naples
Outdoor Halloween celebration featuring a dance party, pumpkin patch, face painting, scarecrow stilt walker, costume contest with prizes across multiple age categories, character meet-and-greets, screening of Halloweentown at 7:15 PM, and trick-or-treat stops around the venue.

Yoga
Tuesday, October 20th | 5:00 PM-6:00 PM
Florida Blue Center at Coconut Point, 8041 Plaza Del Lago Drive, Estero, FL 33928, Estero
A yoga class focused on building strength, balance and flexibility.

Trick-or-Treat Bag Bash!
Tuesday, October 20th | 5:30 PM-7:00 PM
Bonita Springs Public Library, 10560 Reynolds Street, Bonita Springs
Kids design their own Halloween tote bag, then fill it with treats while trick-or-treating around the library.

Adult Pizza Making Night
Tuesday, October 20th | 6:00 PM-8:00 PM
Tony Sacco's Coal Oven Pizza - Estero, 8001 Plaza Del Lago Drive, Estero
A hands-on experience where participants roll their own pizza dough, select toppings, and watch their creation cook in a coal-fired oven. Includes welcome cocktail, chef's choice appetizer, 3-topping pizza, dessert, and 2 drink tickets.

Kids Halloween Q-Tip Painting
Tuesday, October 20th | 6:00 PM-6:45 PM
Lakes Regional Library, 15290 Bass Road, Fort Myers
Kids paint a fun Halloween scene using Q-Tips instead of brushes.

Movie on the Lawn: Halloweentown
Tuesday, October 20th | 7:00 PM
Mercato, 9110 Strada Place, Naples
Outdoor movie screening in the Piazza at Mercato.

Lakes Park Farmers Market
Wednesday, October 21st | 9:00 AM-1:00 PM
Lakes Park, 7330 Gladiolus Drive, Fort Myers
A weekly outdoor farmers market featuring approximately 50 vendors selling local produce, fresh seafood, native plants, cut flowers, artisan foods, and organics.

Six Mile Cypress Slough Preserve Guided Walk
Wednesday, October 21st | 9:30 AM
Six Mile Cypress Slough, 7751 Penzance Boulevard, Fort Myers
A 45 minute guided boardwalk walk covering the history of the Slough and its plants and wildlife.

Lakes Park Fall Festival
Wednesday, October 21st | 10:00 AM-9:00 PM
Lakes Park, 7330 Gladiolus Drive, Fort Myers
A multi-week fall festival featuring a Halloween Express Train Ride, Scarecrows in the Park display in the Children's Garden, and a Pumpkin Patch. Train rides run M-F 10am-2pm and 6-9pm, Sat-Sun 10am-9pm; scarecrows and pumpkins Th-F 6-9pm, Sat-Sun 10am-9pm.

Music & Movement
Wednesday, October 21st | 10:30 AM-11:00 AM
Estates Branch Library, 1266 Golden Gate Boulevard West, Naples
An active, musical storytime that gets little hands and bodies moving.

Baby Playdate: Music & Movement
Wednesday, October 21st | 10:30 AM-11:30 AM
Bonita Springs Public Library, 10560 Reynolds Street, Bonita Springs
A gentle, play-based session of music, rhymes, songs and movement for babies and their caregivers.

Preschool Not-So-Scary Party
Wednesday, October 21st | 10:30 AM-11:30 AM
South County Regional Library, 21100 Three Oaks Parkway, Estero
Spooky stories, songs and crafts for preschoolers, plus a costume parade through the library.

Mommy & Me Fall Crafts
Wednesday, October 21st | 11:30 AM
Summer's Art Studio & Gallery, 27665 Old 41 Road, Bonita Springs
A rotating menu of fall craft activities for little artists and their grown-ups, including hand-print art, popsicle scarecrows, mini pumpkin decor, fall paintings, and more. "Daddy & Me" and other caretakers welcome.

Adult Fall Craft Workshops
Wednesday, October 21st | 12:30 PM
Summer's Art Studio & Gallery, 27665 Old 41 Road, Bonita Springs
An hour of rotating fall craft activities where participants choose from options like pumpkin and dried flowers, fall garlands, ghost garlands, or fall paintings. Bring a friend, family, or come alone.

Halloween Owl Craft
Wednesday, October 21st | 2:00 PM-3:00 PM
Naples Regional Library, 650 Central Avenue, Naples
Decorate a ceramic owl bowl to hold your Halloween candy, with all supplies provided.

SNIP Pumpkin Patch
Wednesday, October 21st | 4:00 PM-7:00 PM
Mercato, 9110 Strada Place, Naples
A pumpkin patch where pumpkins are sold for $10 each, with proceeds benefiting SNIP Collier's spay and neuter services for pets. Available Oct 17-25 at various times throughout the day.

Teen Crochet Club
Wednesday, October 21st | 4:00 PM-6:00 PM
Headquarters Regional Branch, 2385 Orange Blossom Drive, Naples
A relaxed drop-in crochet hangout where teens and tweens of any skill level work on their own projects together.

Trick-or-Treat House: Less Scare, More Care (Community Night)
Wednesday, October 21st | 5:00 PM-7:00 PM
Alliance for the Arts, 10091 Mcgregor Boulevard, Fort Myers
A family friendly Halloween community night with a trick or treat house, campfire stories, arts and crafts, a scavenger hunt, and a costume parade.

Backyard Boos Movie Series: Hotel Transylvania
Wednesday, October 21st | 7:00 PM
Backyard Social, 16371 Corporate Commerce Way, Fort Myers
A Halloween-themed outdoor movie screening. Enjoy free popcorn while you watch.

Coconut Point Farmers Market
Thursday, October 22nd | 9:00 AM-1:00 PM
Coconut Point Mall - Panera parking lot, 23106 Fashion Drive, Estero
A weekly farmers market offering fresh produce, seafood, meats, cut flowers, locally harvested honey, and baked goods.

Lakes Park Fall Festival
Thursday, October 22nd | 10:00 AM-9:00 PM
Lakes Park, 7330 Gladiolus Drive, Fort Myers
A multi-week fall festival featuring a Halloween Express Train Ride, Scarecrows in the Park display in the Children's Garden, and a Pumpkin Patch. Train rides run M-F 10am-2pm and 6-9pm, Sat-Sun 10am-9pm; scarecrows and pumpkins Th-F 6-9pm, Sat-Sun 10am-9pm.

Little Explorers: Fintastic Fish!
Thursday, October 22nd | 10:00 AM-10:30 AM
Headquarters Regional Branch, 2385 Orange Blossom Drive, Naples
A free Conservancy of Southwest Florida story time and craft program for ages 2-5 at Headquarters Regional Library, dive into Florida's underwater world from seahorses to angelfish and take home a decorative fishy craft.

Fall Storytime
Thursday, October 22nd | 10:00 AM-10:30 AM
Naples Regional Library, 650 Central Avenue, Naples
A fall-themed family storytime for little ones with books, rhymes, music and movement, and crafts.

Family Storytime
Thursday, October 22nd | 10:00 AM-10:30 AM
Estates Branch Library, 1266 Golden Gate Boulevard West, Naples
A drop-in storytime for little ones packed with stories, songs and activities.

Music & Movement
Thursday, October 22nd | 10:30 AM-11:00 AM
Estates Branch Library, 1266 Golden Gate Boulevard West, Naples
An active, musical storytime that gets little hands and bodies moving.

Strength, Balance and Stretch
Thursday, October 22nd | 11:00 AM-12:00 PM
Florida Blue Center at Coconut Point, 8041 Plaza Del Lago Drive, Estero, FL 33928, Estero
An all-levels class that strengthens and tones muscles while improving balance and flexibility.

Teen Thursday: Spooky Selfies
Thursday, October 22nd | 2:30 PM-3:30 PM
East County Regional Library, 881 Gunnery Road North, Lehigh Acres
Teens draw gothic, Tim Burton-inspired selfie portraits.

SNIP Pumpkin Patch
Thursday, October 22nd | 4:00 PM-7:00 PM
Mercato, 9110 Strada Place, Naples
A pumpkin patch where pumpkins are sold for $10 each, with proceeds benefiting SNIP Collier's spay and neuter services for pets. Available Oct 17-25 at various times throughout the day.

Spooky Shadows: DIY Lanterns and Trivia
Thursday, October 22nd | 4:00 PM-5:00 PM
Bonita Springs Public Library, 10560 Reynolds Street, Bonita Springs
Teens craft an eerie jar luminary, then test their knowledge in a Halloween-themed trivia challenge.

Kindness Club
Thursday, October 22nd | 4:00 PM-5:00 PM
South County Regional Library, 21100 Three Oaks Parkway, Estero
Kids take part in fun, hands-on activities that encourage kindness and help make their community a better place.

Family Fun Night: Spooky Edition + Children's Entrepreneur Market
Thursday, October 22nd | 5:00 PM-7:00 PM
Bell Tower Shops, 13499 South Cleveland Avenue, Fort Myers
A family fun night featuring a kids' entrepreneur market, free pumpkin decorating, face painting, and a corn maze.

Zumba
Thursday, October 22nd | 5:00 PM-6:00 PM
Florida Blue Center at Coconut Point, 8041 Plaza Del Lago Drive, Estero, FL 33928, Estero
A high-energy dance fitness class that blends world rhythms with easy-to-follow dance moves.

Eagle Fan Fest
Thursday, October 22nd | 5:30 PM
Bonita Springs, Florida, United States, Bonita Springs, Bonita Springs
An Eagles fan celebration featuring free buffet and drinks, talks from Eagles Basketball coaches and players, the chance to meet new FGCU AD Brian Barrio, and live music and entertainment.

Eagle Fan Fest
Thursday, October 22nd | 5:30 PM-7:00 PM
Sugarshack Downtown, 27421 Old 41 Road, Bonita Springs
Meet Eagles Basketball coaches and players, hear from new FGCU AD Brian Barrio, enjoy a free buffet and drinks, win giveaways and prizes, and listen to live music and entertainment. Reserved seating begins at 5:30 p.m., program starts at 6:15 p.m., and live music begins at 7 p.m.

Stories on Strada
Thursday, October 22nd | 6:00 PM-7:00 PM
Mercato, 9110 Strada Place, Naples
A relaxing evening of reading and community in the Piazza, with blankets to borrow and a complimentary glass of wine for guests 21 and up.

Wicked Walk at the Sidney & Berne Davis Art Center
Thursday, October 22nd | 6:00 PM-8:00 PM
Sidney & Berne Davis Art Center, 2301 First Street, Fort Myers
An immersive theatrical experience featuring over 300 students bringing Frightening Fairy Tales to life through original art, installations, theater, dance, and music. Tours depart every 20 minutes, with Act 1 and 2 on Thursday and Act 3 and 4 on Friday.

Wicked Walk 2026: A Frightening Fairy Tale Tour
Thursday, October 22nd | 6:00 PM-8:00 PM
Sidney & Berne Davis Art Center, 2301 First Street, Fort Myers
A two-night immersive tour featuring original art, installations, theater, dance, and music performed by over 300 Lee County students bringing twisted fairy tales and eerie characters to life. Tours depart every 20 minutes.

Oddities Bingo: Halloween Party
Thursday, October 22nd | 7:00 PM-10:00 PM
Ceremony Brewing, 10441 Packinghouse Lane, Bonita Springs
A spooky themed bingo night with a costume contest, ten rounds of games, and a first drink included.

Bonita Springs Happy Haunts Stroll
Thursday, October 22nd | 7:00 PM-10:00 PM
Bonita Springs, Florida, United States, Bonita Springs, Bonita Springs
Family-friendly Halloween experience featuring lit décor, projections, lighting, Halloween music, and photo opportunities throughout Downtown Bonita Springs nightly.

Stage Fright Nights: Summoning the Damned
Thursday, October 22nd | 7:00 PM
Alliance for the Arts, 10091 Mcgregor Boulevard, Fort Myers
A theatrical Halloween experience transforming the Alliance for the Arts campus into haunted attractions, live entertainment, and interactive activities, centered around Summoning the Damned, an immersive haunted house. Each night features a different theme with varying levels of scares, plus special events including the Rocky Horror Picture Show screening (Oct 17), family-friendly Less Scare More Care (Oct 21), and FreakArt After Dark fundraiser (Oct 29).

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