Goodmorning SWFL! We're kicking things off with some sweet news from Naples Zoo: three southern crested screamer chicks, the first of their species ever hatched there, are growing fast and will join their parents on habitat later this month. Meanwhile, fall festivals, Halloween fun and Breast Cancer Awareness events fill the calendar this week. Scroll down for the full lineup!

Lee County Commits $50 Million to Remake Mike Greenwell Park and Replace the Lee Civic Center
Lee County commissioners unanimously approved $50 million in federal disaster-recovery funding to overhaul the 100-acre Mike Greenwell Regional Park in North Fort Myers, home of the Lee Civic Center since 1978. Early plans include a new community and education center of about 30,000 square feet, upgraded 4-H barns, new trails and lighting, and possibly an outdoor amphitheater. Design and permitting will take about 30 months, with completion targeted for 2031. Residents and commissioners are pushing for a bigger replacement venue. (Gulfshore Business)

Everglades City Blesses Its Stone Crab Fleet Ahead of Opening Day
Stone crab season opens Oct. 15, and Everglades City sent its crabbers off the old-fashioned way. Last Saturday, the town held its 17th annual Blessing of the Fleet at Camellia Street Grill. Faith leaders prayed over each boat while families and neighbors walked from vessel to vessel, asking for a safe season. It won't be a cheap one: crabber Macbeth Collins says his fuel costs have doubled since last year. (WINK News)

FGCU Student Opens a Barbershop With Gaming Consoles and a Pool Table
Jose Cintron, a 21-year-old FGCU student, opened Hause of Fades on Sept. 28 in the University Village shopping center, at 19800 Village Center Drive, Suite 155. The nearly 2,000-square-foot shop pairs what Cintron calls an "old-school, traditional, community feel" with 17 barber chairs, big-screen TVs, Xbox and PlayStation consoles, and a pool table. Walk-in cuts are $40 for adults, $45 with a beard trim, $30 for kids 12 and under and $25 for seniors. (Gulfshore Business)

Naples Zoo Welcomes Its First-Ever Screamer Chicks
Naples Zoo is celebrating a first: three southern crested screamer chicks, the first of their species ever hatched at the zoo. The chicks were born Aug. 10 to parents Jamie Lee, 4, and Peggy, 13, who were paired through the Association of Zoos and Aquariums' Species Survival Plan. Native to the wetlands and marshes of South America, the chicks are growing fast, losing their soft down and getting their adult feathers, and they're expected to fledge within about a month. Guests will be able to see the whole family together on habitat later this month.

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Make & Take Craft
Friday, October 9th | 9:00 AM-8:00 PM
Naples Regional Library, 650 Central Avenue, Naples
A drop-in, all-day craft station where visitors of any age can make something to take home.

Lakes Park Fall Festival
Friday, October 9th | 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.

Seashell Walk
Friday, October 9th | 10:00 AM-11:30 AM
Lovers Key State Park, 8700 Estero Boulevard, Fort Myers Beach
A ranger-led shoreline hike to learn seashell names, the creatures that make them and the rules that protect them.

12th Annual Fall Festival at Farmer Mike's
Friday, October 9th | 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.

Boots and Bling
Friday, October 9th | 6:00 PM
Millennial Brewing Company, 1811 Royal Palm Avenue, Fort Myers
A country line dance night with a special themed drink menu, including a non alcoholic option for designated drivers.

City of Naples Halloween Hustle 5k
Friday, October 9th | 6:00 PM-9:00 PM
Baker Park, Frederick, Maryland, United States, Baker Park, Naples
A 5K run featuring live entertainment, food trucks, and a vendor village with local businesses.

Palm City Cinema: Reels on the River presents Minions and Monsters
Friday, October 9th | 6:30 PM-9:00 PM
Centennial Park, 2000 West First Street, Fort Myers
An outdoor cinema screening of an animated comedy featuring the Minions having adventures in 1920s Hollywood, displayed on a large boat-mounted screen. Viewers can watch from the shoreline or their own boats.

Galaxy Fright Nights 2026
Friday, October 9th | 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.

Partners Pink Run
Saturday, October 10th | 8:00 AM-11:00 AM
Bell Tower Shops, 13499 South Cleveland Avenue, Fort Myers
A 5K run or 1 mile walk through Bell Tower Shops benefiting Partners for Breast Cancer Care, with music, refreshments, and activities after.

Guided Bird Patrol Walk
Saturday, October 10th | 8:00 AM
Six Mile Cypress Slough, 7751 Penzance Boulevard, Fort Myers
A free monthly guided bird walk along the 1.2-mile boardwalk with a volunteer naturalist, limited to 15 participants, first come first served, ages 10 and up.

Bonita Springs Farmers Market
Saturday, October 10th | 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.

Saturday Mat Pilates
Saturday, October 10th | 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 10th | 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 10th | 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.

Naples Boo at the Zoo
Saturday, October 10th | 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.

Pink Pilates
Saturday, October 10th | 9:00 AM-10:00 AM
The Perry Hotel Naples, 12155 Tamiami Trail North, Naples
A pilates class focused on movement, connection, and breast cancer awareness in support of Community Forward, featuring supporting vendors including wellness and fitness providers.

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

Girls Walk for Breast Cancer Awareness
Saturday, October 10th | 9:00 AM-11:00 AM
Bad Ass Coffee of Hawaii, 1307 3rd Street South, Naples
A community walk through Downtown Naples for breast cancer awareness, organized by Naples Girls Walk Club and Bad Ass Coffee of Hawaii. Participants meet for coffee and head out together while supporting the American Cancer Society.

Downtown Fort Myers Farmers Market
Saturday, October 10th | 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.

Open Farm Second Saturday
Saturday, October 10th | 9:00 AM-1:00 PM
Empowerment Farm, 2600 Garland Road, Naples
A monthly open farm day with free exploration, yard games, animals, and a giant dirt pile to play in.

Little Monster Mash Art Lab
Saturday, October 10th | 9:30 AM-11:30 AM
Mosaic Kids, 14700 Tamiami Trail North, Naples
A Halloween themed art class with monster canvas painting, a paint-a-monster magnet, and a monster boo bag.

Shop, Dine & Dash 5K
Saturday, October 10th | 9:30 AM-12:00 PM
Playground at Miromar Outlets, 10801 Corkscrew Road, Estero
A family-friendly 5K run or walk through the outlets with finisher medals, division awards and a post-race party with food and game discounts.

Lakes Park Fall Festival
Saturday, October 10th | 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.

Free Lowe's Kids Workshop: Firefighting Plane
Saturday, October 10th | 10:00 AM-1:00 PM
Lowe's, Your Local Lowe's
Free kids' workshop to build a firefighting plane.

LEGO Halloween Build Event
Saturday, October 10th | 10:00 AM
Barnes & Noble Coconut Point, 8052 Mediterranean Drive, Estero
A free LEGO Halloween themed mini build event where participants build and take home a LEGO kit while supplies last. Contact the store to reserve a spot for this event.

Oktoberfest Dachshund Races
Saturday, October 10th | 10:00 AM-1:00 PM
Backyard Social, 16371 Corporate Commerce Way, Fort Myers
Dachshund racing competition with costumes encouraged, live music, brats, pretzels, and beer available for purchase. Registration starts at 10am, races run 12pm-1pm.

All-Abilities Kids Storytime
Saturday, October 10th | 10:00 AM-10:30 AM
Lakes Regional Library, 15290 Bass Road, Fort Myers
A calm, sensory-friendly storytime with picture schedules, music and movement for children with unique learning needs.

Curated Chaos for Teens: Haunted Hues
Saturday, October 10th | 10:00 AM-11:00 AM
Dunbar-Jupiter Hammon Public Library, 3095 Blount Street, Fort Myers
Teens paint a Halloween-themed paint-by-numbers canvas to take home.

Lil’ Witching Hours: Yarn Wrapped Frame
Saturday, October 10th | 10:00 AM-12:00 PM
Michael's Craft Store, Your local Michael's Craft Store, Fort Myers
A kids club craft where young makers wrap yarn around a frame to celebrate the Caron Cakes 10th anniversary.

Community Author Storytime
Saturday, October 10th | 10:30 AM-11:30 AM
Bonita Springs Public Library, 10560 Reynolds Street, Bonita Springs
Local author and illustrator Angela Quezada Padron reads her new picture book, Lucia's Goals, and shares how she created it.

Build It: LEGO
Saturday, October 10th | 10:30 AM-12:00 PM
South County Regional Library, 21100 Three Oaks Parkway, Estero
Drop-in LEGO building challenges for the whole family.

Teen DIY UV Resin
Saturday, October 10th | 2:00 PM-4:00 PM
Lakes Regional Library, 15290 Bass Road, Fort Myers
Teens design and make their own spooky UV resin piece.

Get Hooked!
Saturday, October 10th | 2:00 PM-3:30 PM
Fort Myers Regional Library, 2450 First Street, Fort Myers
A beginner crochet class for teens covering chain, single and double crochet stitches.

Frights, Flicks & Crafts
Saturday, October 10th | 2:00 PM-4:00 PM
Fort Myers Regional Library (South Building), 1651 Lee Street, Fort Myers
A spooky afternoon of crafting and a scary PG-13 movie screening for adults.

Cake Decorating Class at Chocolattes
Saturday, October 10th | 4:00 PM-6:00 PM
Chocolattes Coffee & Roasting, 2180 West First Street, Fort Myers
A hands-on cake decorating class at Chocolattes Downtown in Fort Myers taught by Chef Hannaa, decorate your own 5-inch bento cake and take it home along with the vanilla cake and buttercream recipes.

LEGO Halloween Build Event
Saturday, October 10th | 4:00 PM
Barnes & Noble Market Square, 13751 South Tamiami Trail, Fort Myers
A Halloween-themed LEGO mini build event where attendees can build and take home their creations while supplies last. Contact the store to reserve a spot for this event.

Barktober-Fest & Pet Costume Contest
Saturday, October 10th | 6:00 PM-8:00 PM
Gulf Coast Town Center, 10037 Gulf Center Drive, Fort Myers
A pet costume contest featuring music, photo ops, balloon art, and DJ entertainment. Contest entry is a suggested $5 donation or wish list item for the Gulf Coast Humane Society, with winners receiving Petco gift cards.

ROCKTOBERFEST
Saturday, October 10th | 6:00 PM-9:00 PM
Paradise Coast Sports Complex, 3940 City Gate Boulevard North, Naples
SWFL's biggest German-themed rock festival featuring live music from Rock Republic Band, food trucks, and beer steins.

Star Party at Seahawk Park
Saturday, October 10th | 6:58 PM-2:00 AM
Seahawk Park, 1030 Northwest 28th Street, Cape Coral
SWFAS members set up telescopes for public stargazing at Seahawk Park, from sunset until 2 AM.

Galaxy Fright Nights 2026
Saturday, October 10th | 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.

12th Annual Fall Festival at Farmer Mike's
Sunday, October 11th | 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 11th | 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.

Naples Boo at the Zoo
Sunday, October 11th | 9:00 AM-4:30 AM
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.

Sanibel Island Farmers Market
Sunday, October 11th | 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 11th | 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.

Storytime with Miss Becky
Sunday, October 11th | 12:00 PM
Barnes & Noble Market Square, 13751 South Tamiami Trail, Fort Myers
Weekly storytime with Miss Becky featuring activities and fun for children.

Witching Hours: Ghost in a Jar
Sunday, October 11th | 1:00 PM-3:00 PM
Michael's Craft Store, Your local Michael's Craft Store, Fort Myers
Turn a store-bought jar into a cute Halloween ghost using supplies Michaels provides.

Kids Skate Free at SPINZ
Sunday, October 11th | 1:00 PM-4:00 PM
SPINZ, 2095 Andrea Lane, Fort Myers
Free after $4.99 annual membership - $5 skate rentals available

Bayside Concert Series: Jacob's Ladder
Sunday, October 11th | 4:00 PM-7:00 PM
Bayside Park, 645 Old San Carlos Boulevard, Fort Myers Beach
Jacob's Ladder plays a free open-air Sunday concert by the bay, with lawn chairs and leashed pets welcome.

Chocolate Making Class with Lotta Fun CoCo
Sunday, October 11th | 4:00 PM-6:00 PM
Chocolattes Roast House, 16120 San Carlos Boulevard, Fort Myers
A spooky Halloween-themed chocolate making class where participants learn chocolate history, paint chocolate molds with colorful cocoa butter, fill a bar with caramel, decorate gourmet chocolate bars with nuts and dried fruits, and taste 3 chocolates of different origins. All ingredients, tools, and finished chocolates to take home are included; no experience needed.

Naples Boo at the Zoo
Monday, October 12th | 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.

The Mom Walk: Scarecrow Walk + PYO Cookies
Monday, October 12th | 9:30 AM
Lakes Park, 7330 Gladiolus Drive, Fort Myers
A fall-themed walk featuring pick-your-own cookies at Lakes Park, hosted by The Mom Walk Collective for moms in the community.

Lakes Park Fall Festival
Monday, October 12th | 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 12th | 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.

Baby Rhyme Time
Monday, October 12th | 10:00 AM-10:30 AM
Lakes Regional Library, 15290 Bass Road, Fort Myers
A lap-sit storytime where babies and caregivers bond through books, rhymes and songs.

Toddler Tales
Monday, October 12th | 11:00 AM-11:30 AM
Lakes Regional Library, 15290 Bass Road, Fort Myers
An interactive, high-energy storytime where toddlers and caregivers move and groove to stories, music and rhymes.

Total Body Wellness
Monday, October 12th | 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.

D&D for Teens
Monday, October 12th | 4:00 PM-5:30 PM
Fort Myers Regional Library, 2450 First Street, Fort Myers
Teens create characters and play a Dungeons & Dragons one-shot adventure.

Lakes Park Fall Festival
Tuesday, October 13th | 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.

Miromar Outlets Free Kids Crafts
Tuesday, October 13th | 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.

Toddler Storytime
Tuesday, October 13th | 11:00 AM-11:30 AM
Headquarters Regional Branch, 2385 Orange Blossom Drive, Naples
A toddler storytime with sensory singing, stories, fingerplays and puppets for little ones and their parents.

Art Lab: Prixel Prints
Tuesday, October 13th | 4:00 PM-5:00 PM
South County Regional Library, 21100 Three Oaks Parkway, Estero
A hands-on kids' art session in a supportive, creative setting.

Yoga
Tuesday, October 13th | 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.

Wizard Training School
Tuesday, October 13th | 5:30 PM-7:00 PM
Bonita Springs Public Library, 10560 Reynolds Street, Bonita Springs
Young wizards choose and decorate a wand, then brew swirling take-home potions in their first potions class.

Film Noir Night: The Invisible Man (1933)
Tuesday, October 13th | 5:30 PM-7:30 PM
Fort Myers Regional Library (South Building), 1651 Lee Street, Fort Myers
A short discussion of key themes followed by a screening of the 1933 classic The Invisible Man.

Mahj at Mercato
Tuesday, October 13th | 6:00 PM-8:00 PM
Mercato, 9110 Strada Place, Naples
An open play mahjong evening benefiting The Guadalupe Center, with a complimentary glass of wine, hosted by Naples Mahjong.

Lakes Park Farmers Market
Wednesday, October 14th | 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.

Lakes Park Fall Festival
Wednesday, October 14th | 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.

Mommy & Me Fall Crafts
Wednesday, October 14th | 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 14th | 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.

Backyard Boos Movie Series: Scooby Doo
Wednesday, October 14th | 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 15th | 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 15th | 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.

Beginner Watercolor Class
Thursday, October 15th | 10:00 AM-12:00 PM
The Community House (Sanibel Community Association), 2173 Periwinkle Way, Sanibel
Paint a seahorse in watercolor with artist Paulette Boudreau in a fun, beginner-friendly class with all professional-grade supplies provided.

Story Time in the Park - Children's Garden
Thursday, October 15th | 10:30 AM-11:30 AM
Lakes Park, 7330 Gladiolus Drive, Fort Myers
Stories, songs and a craft led by Lee County Library staff for infants through 5, held in the Children's Garden.

Strength, Balance and Stretch
Thursday, October 15th | 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.

Oktoberfest at Fort Myers Brewing Co.
Thursday, October 15th | 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.

Zumba
Thursday, October 15th | 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.

Holiday Eats: Kids Cooking Class (Halloween)
Thursday, October 15th | 6:00 PM-7:00 PM
Big Corkscrew Island Regional Park, 810 39th Avenue Northeast, Naples
A themed kids cooking class exploring the culinary arts, with everything provided.

Girls + Boys Walk × La Pizzeria + Mercato Italiano
Thursday, October 15th | 6:30 PM-9:00 PM
La Pizzeria, 304 9th Street North, Naples
A SWFL young adults walking group meetup connecting over walking, hosted by Naples Girls Walk Club at La Pizzeria and Mercato Italiano. Singles are encouraged to wear all black.

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.

Walk on the Wild Side
Friday, October 16th | 10:00 AM-11:30 AM
Lovers Key State Park, 8700 Estero Boulevard, Fort Myers Beach
A ranger-guided hike along the Black Island Trail exploring maritime hammock plants, wildlife and a bit of local history.

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.

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.

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