SWFL Life

Florida Everblades vs Reading Royals
2025-12-28 18:00 - 20:30 (America/New_York) | Hertz Arena, 11000 Everblades Pkwy, Estero, FL, United States
Sale Dates and Times:
Public Onsale : Mon, 22 Sep 2025 at 10:00 AM

Holiday Lights at Calusa Nature Center & Planetarium
2025-12-28 18:00 - 21:00 | Calusa Nature Center & Planetarium, 3450 Ortiz Ave, Fort Myers, FL, 33905
Join us at the Calusa Nature Center and Planetarium for Holiday Lights every Friday, Saturday, and Sunday in December from Friday, December 5th through Sunday December 28th. Stop by for Holiday Music, have some Hot Chocolate and Roast Marshmallows at our firepit, enjoy the decorations in and around the Nature Center, and walk our 1/3 of a mile fully decorated Pine Loop Trail. Starting each night at 6 pm and going until 9 pm. Admission is $13 for Adults and $7 for Children, Members are free.

Santini Farmer's Market
2025-12-30 09:00 - 13:00, 2026-01-01 09:00 - 13:00 | Santini Plaza, 7205 Estero Blvd, Fort Myers Beach, FL, 33931
Tuesdays & Thursdays 9am-1pm, Nov.-Apr.. Fresh produce, arts, crafts, artisan foods and food trucks.

3rd Annual New Year's Eve 5K
2025-12-31 08:00 - 10:30 | Diamondhead Beach Resort, 2000 Estero Blvd, Fort Myers Beach, FL
New Years Eve – December 31st, 2025Race begins at 8AMRegister: https://runsignup.com/newyearseveThe start and finish will be at DiamondHead Resort.Cost: $35. Includes a race shirt and a medal to the top 3 finishers in every age category.

Lions Club Farmers Market
2025-12-31 08:00 - 13:00 | Downtown Bonita Springs
The Lions Club Farmers Market is back November 12-April 1st.
Fresh produce, Breads, Fruits, Fish, and FlowersIf you can eat it or watch it grow, it’s here.

Lakes Park Farmers Market
2025-12-31 09:00 - 13:00 | Lakes Park, 7330 Gladiolus Drive, Fort Myers, FL
OPEN ON WEDNESDAYS!!! The Lakes Park Farmers Market is a true local outdoor market selling local produce, fresh seafood, native plants, cut flowers, artisan foods, organics, and more. Established in 2010 with only 20 vendors, it is now one of the largest markets in Lee County with 50 vendors. Local Roots, LLC, owners of the market has teamed up with the Lakes Park Enrichment Foundation to help raise money and awareness for their Botanical Gardens. The market is open every Wednesday from October through April, 9am – 1pm. We invite shoppers to stay and eat breakfast or lunch at a picnic table while listening to live music each Wednesday enjoying one of the most beautiful parks in Lee County.

New Years in Paradise at Margaritaville Beach Resort
2025-12-31 10:00 - 2026-01-01 17:00 | Margaritaville Beach Resort, 251 Crescent Street, Fort Myers Beach, FL
New Year’s Eve & Day in Paradise at Margaritaville Beach Resort Fort Myers Beach
Ring in 2026 the Margaritaville way with two days of nonstop fun, from a family-friendly countdown to an all-day party and a recovery brunch to top it all off!
Noon-Year’s Eve Pool Party
Wednesday, December 31 | Noon Fins Up! Beach Club
Celebrate the New Year early with our Noon-Year’s Eve Pool Party. Perfect for families and early birds! Enjoy music, poolside fun, and a festive countdown to noon, Margaritaville style. Limited to resort guests and day pass holders
New Year’s Eve Party in Paradise
Wednesday, December 31 | All Afternoon License to Chill Theatre
Keep the party going with live entertainment all afternoon, featuring an encore performance by The Smokin’ Aces! Dance, celebrate, and welcome 2026 island-style as the vibes stay high all day long.
New Year’s Day “Hair of the Dog” Breakfast
Thursday, January 1 | 7am–12pm License to Chill
Kick off the new year right with our Hair of the Dog Breakfast—complete with bottomless mimosas and Bloody Marys. Cure the post-party blues, soak in the beach views, and keep the good vibes rolling into 2026.

New Year's Eve Bash at Slipaway
2025-12-31 12:00 - 23:30 | Slipaway Food Truck Park & Marina, 1811 Cape Coral Pkwy E, Cape Coral, FL, 33904
NYE Waterfront Bash at Slipaway! Celebrate New Year’s Eve with 12 hours of non-stop LIVE music right on the waterfront!
Join us at Slipaway Food Truck Park & Marina from 12pm to 12am (midnight) for the biggest party of the year.
The Music Lineup:
Gray Gaulding: 12 pm – 4 pmDJ Jersey Johnny: 4 pm – 8 pmStereo Riot: 8 pm – 12 am
We’ll countdown to midnight with a complimentary Champagne Toast!
Ready to join the party? You can arrive by boat and tie up right at one of our 26 docks, or arrive by land. We have free on-site parking plus free overflow parking with a complimentary shuttle running all night.
Slipaway is the place to be this New Year’s Eve! Save the date and we’ll see you there!
Slipaway Food Truck Park & Marina1811 Cape Coral Pkwy E. Cape Coral, FL

Celebrate NYE at a Reasonable Hour
2025-12-31 17:00 - 20:00 | North Bonita Country Club, 24850 Old 41 Rd #12, Bonita Springs, FL
We know you don’t want to wait until 12 to celebrate, so do it with us from 5-8pm! Music by Moony Mann, Champagne Toast at 8pm, Prime Rib Special, $23.99. Make your reservations today!

New Year's Eve Celebration with Comedian Bobby Collins Live in Naples, Florida!
2025-12-31 18:00 - 21:00 | Off The Hook Comedy Club, 2500 Vanderbilt Beach Road #1100, Naples, FL
NEW YEAR’S EVE DINNER OPTIONS:
1. Pan-Seared Beef TenderloinDiane Sauce, served with asparagus and au gratin potatoes
2. Chicken RollatiniStuffed with spinach & Asiago cheese, topped with Madeira sauce, served with asparagus and au gratin potatoes
3. Shrimp & Lobster Alla Vodka
All dinner options include petite Caprese salad as starter & chocolate mousse cake for dessert.Please note: The 6 PM showtime does not include the New Year’s Eve countdown. If you wish to join us for the countdown, please book tickets for the 8 PM show.
Comedian Bobby Collins has an ability to truthfully translate the human condition. Audiences across the country relate to his comedic characterizations as he exposes the humor of day-to-day situations as well as serving up resplendent rants on world events.

Cape Coral New Year's Eve Celebration
2025-12-31 18:00 - 2026-01-01 00:00 | Downtown Cape Coral, 1209 Cape Coral Pkwy E, Cape Coral, FL
This is the City of Cape Coral’s official event page. The Cape Coral Parks and Recreation Department will host a New Year’s Eve Celebration! Help us ring in 2026, with not one but two great opportunities to welcome in the new year! This free community-wide event is open to all ages.
The streets of Downtown Cape Coral will be closed off to traffic as thousands of attendees enjoy free live music, entertainment, a countdown with synchronized pyrotechnics, and more! For those too excited to wait until midnight, there are separate ball drops at both 8:00 p.m. and midnight.
This large family-friendly street festival will include shopping, food vendors, games and activities for children meanwhile waiting for anticipating the countdown to 2026!
DATE: Wednesday, December 31, 2025TIME: 6:00 p.m. to midnightLOCATION: SE 47th Terrace (Between SE 9th Place and SE 11th Place)
ENTERTAINMENT SCHEDULE (no admission charge):6:00 p.m. Vendor Village & DJ Rifik8:00 p.m. Kids Ball Drop8:15 p.m. Deb & The Dynamics10:00 p.m. Pop 2000 Tour with Chris Kirkpatrick of NSYNC, O-Town, Ryan Cabrera, & LFO12:00 a.m. Midnight Ball Drop

Website: https://www.capecoralnye.com/
For questions and more detailed information –(239) 573-3128 seclerk@capecoral.gov

New Year's Eve Neon Glow Disco
2025-12-31 18:00 - 2026-01-01 02:00 | Seed to Table, 4835 Immokalee Rd, Naples, FL, 34110
NEW YEAR’S EVE NEON GLOW DISCO WEDNESDAY, DECEMBER 31st • 21+ • NO COVER
Naples… GET READY! This is the New Year’s Eve celebration you’ve been waiting for – bigger, brighter, and louder than ever. Join us as we transform Seed to Table into a glowing, electrifying, disco-drenched party to ring in 2026!
LIVE ENTERTAINMENT• Live Music from DANCEATARIUM 8-11:30PM• Scotty D & DJ Zee Til 2AM
NEON BALLOON BALL DROP at MIDNIGHTBecause we don’t just drop a ball – we drop a glowing explosion of color and energy!
COMPLIMENTARY PARTY FAVORS• Neon glow glasses• Glow sticks• Champagne toast at midnight
VIP TABLE PACKAGES (LIMITED!)4-Person Table — $3006-Person Table — $500Includes:• VIP table• Food & beverage gift card• Party favorsEmail ScottD@oakesfarms.com to reserve yours (these will go fast).
UPSTAIRS OPENS at 6 PMFirst-come, first-served seating unless booked as a VIP table.
Let’s light up Naples and party like it’s 1999!!
If you’re looking for the biggest, boldest, most unforgettable NYE party – this is it. Invite your crew and come ready to dance the night away.

New Year's Eve Party at Mercato
2025-12-31 18:00 - 2026-01-01 04:00 | Mercato
Ring in the New Year in style at The Pub!DJ Jake | 6-9pmGuinness Toast with Jake | 7pmDJ 007 9pm-4amPLUS: Drink Specials, Party Favors, Late Night Hot Dogs, & More!

Whiskey Park New Year's with Big Cypress Band
2025-12-31 19:00 - 2026-01-01 00:00 | Whiskey Park, 3380 Mercantile Way, Naples, Florida
Call now to make your reservations!$20 cover includes: admission, party favors, and a champagne toast at midnight!

NYE Dinner Buffet at Tanglewood - A Southern Kitchen
2025-12-31 20:00 - 23:00 | Hyatt Regency Coconut Point Resort & Spa, 5001 Coconut Road, Bonita Springs, 34134
Ring in 2026 with an unforgettable culinary celebration at Hyatt Regency Coconut Point. Enjoy a lavish New Year’s Eve buffet at Tanglewood — A Southern Kitchen, featuring chef-crafted stations, holiday favorites, and decadent desserts the whole family will love.
Begin the evening with a festive welcome toast of Prosecco (sparkling cider for younger guests), then explore an elevated dining experience including: Premium raw bar with caviar, oysters, jumbo shrimp & king crab Sushi & sashimi selections Fresh seasonal salads & farm-to-table specialties Handcrafted pasta & truffle cream Carved butcher block with beef tenderloin, ribeye, roasted pork belly & rack of lamb A decadent dessert display with mini pastries, cupcakes, macarons & more
Pricing:• Adults: $150• Children (5–12): $80• Children 4 & under: Complimentary
Please note: 20% gratuity and sales tax will be added.
Call 239.390.4290 or 239.390.4211 to reserve your table.

New Year's Eve Masquerade
2025-12-31 20:00 - 2026-01-01 02:00 | Mercato
Step into a night of mystery, elegance, and high-energy celebration at Naples’ hottest new cocktail bar. On Wednesday, December 31st, join us at Beeline – Mercato for an unforgettable New Year’s Eve Masquerade!
Doors open at 8pm. Your evening begins with a Champagne toast upon arrival. DJ Phatboy will be spinning a party-perfect soundtrack with a live countdown to midnight. Enjoy complimentary party favors, handcrafted cocktails, and a vibrant atmosphere.
Dress to impress!
$50 tickets are available at beelinenye2026.eventbrite.com

New Year's Eve 2026 at The Oasis Naples
2025-12-31 21:00 - 2026-01-01 01:30 | The Oasis, 1046 Pine Ridge Road, Naples, FL
Ring in 2026 at The Oasis!
DJ Jason Paul spins 9pm-2am
All inclusive food & drink package is available for purchase at TheOasisNaples.com
If you don’t want the package you’re always welcome to come in and order food and drink like a regular night.
Party favors and champagne toast at Midnight!
Call 239.649.0800 to reserve a table

Coconut Point Farmer's Market
2026-01-01 09:00 - 13:00 | FL
Our Thursday morning market is in Estero, located at Coconut Point Mall in the Panera Bread parking lot. Vendors offer the market staples – fresh produce, seafood, meats, cut flowers, locally harvested honey,and baked goods. You can also find a colorful assortment of handcrafts, non-foods for sale such as soaps, candles, hand woven baskets and hats. The market hours are 9am – 1pm.

Fort Myers Beach Farmer's Market
2026-01-02 09:00 - 13:00 | Times Square, Fort Myers Beach, 50 Old San Carlos Blvd, Fort Myers Beach
Fridays 9am-1pm, Oct.-Apr. Located at Times Square. Coastal Art, Boutique foods, Jewelry, Beach gear and more.

Fort Myers Art Walk
2026-01-02 18:00 - 22:00 | Downtown Fort Myers, 2247 First Street, Fort Myers, FL, 33901
On the First Friday of the month from 6-10 pm, Downtown Fort Myers comes alive ARTistically! We have lined the streets with local and regional Artists demonstrating and selling their one-of-a-kind works of art with many different styles being represented.

Parmalee at The Ranch
2026-01-02 19:00 - 23:30 | The Ranch Concert Hall & Saloon, 2158 Colonial Blvd, Fort Myers, FL
Sam Galloway Ford Concert Series
ParmaleeFriday, January 2nd
Doors Open at 7:00 PMShowtime approx: 9:00 PM
Presented by Gator Country 101.9
Tickets$35.00 in Advance$45.00 at the Door
18 and Up show –Additional $10.00 at the Door for under 21
Online tickets at www.TheRanchFortMyers.com

Florida Everblades Vs. Orlando Solar Bears
2026-01-02 19:30 - 21:00 | Hertz Arena, 11000 Everblades Pkwy, Estero, FL, United States

Third Street South Farmer’s Market
2026-01-03 07:30 - 23:30 | FL
From mid-November through April the Third Street South Farmer’s Market resides directly on Third Street South between Broad Avenue South & 13th Avenue South. From May to November, find the Market in the Neapolitan parking lot between Third Street South and Gordon Drive.
Year-round, the Third Street Farmer’s Market is open every Saturday morning from 7:30 until 11:30 a.m. The Market overflows with fresh produce, flowers, pastas, seafood, pastries & baked goods, prepared foods, jams, relishes, fresh roasted coffee and much more. Music, coffee, dog treats, and many other delights make the Third Street South Farmer’s Market perfect for grown-ups, children, dogs, and every other member of the family.

Promenade Bonita Springs Farmer's Market
2026-01-03 08:00 - 12:00 | The Promenade, 26811 S Bay Dr, Bonita Springs, FL, 34135, United States
A true “green” farmer’s market offering fresh fruits, vegetables, cut flowers, plants, baked goods, seafood and much more. Open Saturdays, October through May, 8a.m. to 12 p.m. Located in the parking lot.
Featuring an Early Bird Bar from Deromo’s.
(Our favorite SWFL farmer’s market!)
https://www.buylocallee.com

Vanderbilt Farmer's Market
2026-01-03 08:00 - 12:00 | Galleria Shoppes at Vanderbilt, 2355 Vanderbilt Beach Rd, Naples, FL, 34109
N. Naples LARGEST Market at the Shoppes at Vanderbilt. Fresh fruits & vegetables, seafood, honey, prepared foods, wears, specialty foods & so much more!

*weather permitting!*

Miromar Outlets Weekly Pop-Up Market
2026-01-03 09:00 - 13:00 | FL
Open to the publicJust inside the Corkscrew Rd entranceCome shop local, visit the vendors and food and the mall!

Saturday Sampling at The Roastery
2026-01-03 09:00 - 13:00 | Grumpy Goat Coffee, 28280 Old 41 Rd #M-11, Bonita Springs, FL
Visit the Grumpy Goat Coffee roastery every Saturday, 9 am – 1 pm to sample coffee from around the world.
Always 25+ origins in stock and we rotate what’s on sample weekly. Always fresh cold brew on sample as well.
Although we are not a coffee shop you can enjoy our coffee and cold brew at local venues like Downtown Coffee & Wine, Noble Brews, Pansardo, Chartreuse Craft Cocktail Lounge, The Bohemian, Carole’s House, Alchemist Kava, The Bean Cafe and others.
Grumpy Goat Coffee roastery is Bonita Springs’ first and only coffee roastery since 2016.
