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Annual Calendar of EventsJanuary
Thomas Alva Edison Regional Science and Inventors Fair Harborside Convention Center Usually held late January 239-334-2999 Call for additional information Showcases over 750 student finalists from elementary, middle and high schools in the surrounding four counties. Some of the previous invention and science projects included the waistband threader, mosquito trapper, wet awake, sleep safe couch belt, ants-b-gone dog dish and manatee locator. Children get the opportunity to be creative and to work through problems and resolve them. Exhibits range from botany, computers, math, engineering, zoology, earth and space sciences, environmental sciences, medicine, health and physics. February City of Palms Block Party Edwards Drive, Downtown Fort Myers Usually held early February 239-334-2999 Admission Charged, children 12 and under free Call for additional information The opening ceremonies to the Edison Festival of Light are in honor of Thomas Alva Edison's birthday with continuous musical entertainment on three stages. An expanded kids area offers rides, games and fun for all ages. Various food and beverages help round out this fun evening under the stars. Edison Festival of Light Crafts on the River Centennial Park Edwards Drive Usually held mid-February 239-334-2999 Admission Free Call for additional information Edison Festival of Lights Fireworks and Stadium Show Edison Stadium Fort Myers High School Usually held mid-February 239-334-2999 Admission Charged for reserved seating Call for additional information This event features big band music, fireworks and a parade with floats and marching bands.
March
Fort Myers Beach Shrimp Festival Usually held early March 239-463-9738 Call for additional information Festivities include a traditional shrimp boil, parade, and the 5K Treasure Run April
Fort Myers Beach Film Festival Usually held end of April 239-765-0202 Call for additional information The four-day festival provides film buffs the opportunity to see quality independent films and participate in events designed to cultivate the spirit of creativity and promote the talents of local and upcoming filmmakers. The schedule includes filmmaker panel discussions, student filmmaking workshops, and an elegant celebrity gala in addition to the film screenings at Beach Theater.
July
Fort Myers Beach Fireworks Held on July 4th 239-454-7500 Call for additional information One of the region's most spectacular fireworks shows begins at dusk, accompanied by music and activity in the Times Square area. October
Fort Myers Beach Air Show Usually held mid-October 239-477-1820 Call for additional information Enjoy two afternoons of stunning aerobatics and military demonstrations from one of the area's liveliest beaches.
November
Buckler Craft Fair Usually held early November 239-543-8368 Admission Charged, children 12 and younger free Call for additional information Over 200 professional, award-winning craftspeople from across the country exhibit and sell items including Country, Victorian, folk art, primitive, and wood items; furniture, miniatures, toys, dolls, bears, gourmet delights, homemade fudge, Christmas items, and more. Taste of the Town Usually held early November 239-277-1197 Admission Charged, children 9 and younger free Call for additional information The Annual Taste of the Town features samplings from more than 40 local restaurants. One of the largest food and entertainment festivals in Southwest Florida, it also features live music and children's entertainment. Fort Myers Beach Sandsculpting Festival Usually held mid-November 239-454-7500 Call for additional information Join artists from around the world as they create amazing works of art on Fort Myers Beach. This annual Gulf-front competition draws thousands of spectators to Fort Myers Beach each year. Fiesta Latino Usually held mid-November 239-418-1441 Admission Free Call for additional information Party Latino style with local salsa, meringue, and other Latin bands. Enjoy Latino food, a talent show, and children's activities. December
Holiday House Usually held early December through the end of the month 239-334-7419 Admission Charged, children 5 and younger are free More than 90,000 lights celebrate Thomas Edison's contribution to modern life and the festivity of the season enjoyed by more than 35,000 visitors each year. Besides the miles and miles of lights, decorated trees and artistic holiday scenes decorate the former winter homes of neighbors Thomas Edison and Henry Ford. Fort Myers Beach Boat Parade Fort Myers Beach Usually held mid-December 239-454-7500 Call for additional information Boats decked out in holiday array depart from Pink Shell Beach Resort and parade beneath the high bridge and through the canals of Siesta Isles.
Winter Wonderland Usually held the last 2 weeks of December 239-432-2034 Admission Free Call for additional information Join in every evening for a children's carnival, holiday music, craft-making, food and beverages, and pictures with Santa. Carriage rides and a village train travel through the magically decorated park.
Performing Arts
Barbara B. Mann Performing Arts Hall 489-3033 Call for performance schedule Past productions have included performances of Riverdance, Phantom of the Opera and Evita as well as musical shows with stars such as Wynonna Judd, Paul Anka and Neil Sedaka, just to name a few. Florida Repertory Theatre 239-332-4665 Call for schedule Florida Repertory Theatre has a year-round season, and many education and outreach programs which benefit both the theatre and the community.
Southwest Florida Symphony and Chorus Association 4560 Via Royale Suite 2 239-418-1500 Call for additional information The season includes both classical and pops concerts performed in the Barbara B. Mann Performing Arts Hall, located on the Edison Community College Campus in Fort Myers. The Symphony on Sanibel Chamber Orchestra Series performs at BIG Arts (Schein Hall) on Sanibel Island and the Stained Glass Choral Series are held at area churches. Overall, there are 26 performances to choose from. The organization boasts a force of over 200 strong, with 75 professional musicians, a 100-voice Adult Chorus, the Children's Chorus and the area's premier Youth Orchestra. |
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