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Local Event Guide
LOCAL EVENTS GUIDE SOUTH WEST FLORIDA
PLEASE NOTE: WE’RE AWARE THAT THESE UNCERTAIN TIMES ARE LIMITING MANY ASPECTS OF LIFE AS WE ALL PRACTICE SOCIAL AND PHYSICAL DISTANCING. DUE TO THE CURRENT OUTBREAK, MANY EVENTS HAVE EITHER BEEN CANCELLED, RESCHEDULED, OR CHANGED TO VIRTUAL EVENTS. PLEASE VERIFY ALL EVENTS PRIOR TO ATTENDING. THANK YOU.
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NOVEMBER
NOV 21 - 24 | BOAT SHOW With displays in the water, throughout Centennial Park, and on the Streets hosted annually in November - This is the biggest showing of boats, boating products and all things marine in Southwest Florida. Attendees will find hundreds of boats, more than 130 boat lines, expanded in-water displays, and a huge display of boating accessories and fishing tackle. For more info visit: shorturl.at/fhNQW
DECEMBER
DEC 1 - 31 | FESTIVAL OF LIGHTS Get into the holiday spirit this year! View over one million traditional Christmas themed lights and decorations throughout Fishermen’s Village. For more info visit: fishermensvillage.com
DEC 16 - 18 | BLUES & BBQ FEST Fort Myers Blues & BBQ Festival features music by top jazz and blues musicians from throughout Florida. The event will be held in the River District in downtown Fort Myers. Great food and a special marketplace of arts, crafts and products will be available for purchase. For more info visit: shorturl.at/nrvS1
JANUARY
JAN 6 - 8 | SEAFOOD FESTIVAL Bring family and friends to enjoy fresh seafood, meat and vegetarian entrees and a diversity of side dishes and desserts. Choose from alcoholic, non-alcoholic and fruit drinks. Enjoy top Florida musical groups in genres of R&B, blues, jazz, and rock performing live on stage. For more info visit: shorturl.at/ezV26
JAN 14 - 15 | ART FESTIVAL Cape Coral Art Festival & MarketPlace features fine crafts, jewelry, photography, painting, sculpture, jewelry, music show and much more! For more info visit: capecoralfestival.com
LOCAL EVENTS GUIDE SOUTH WEST FLORIDA
PLEASE NOTE: WE’RE AWARE THAT THESE UNCERTAIN TIMES ARE LIMITING MANY ASPECTS OF LIFE AS WE ALL PRACTICE SOCIAL AND PHYSICAL DISTANCING. DUE TO THE CURRENT OUTBREAK, MANY EVENTS HAVE EITHER BEEN CANCELLED, RESCHEDULED, OR CHANGED
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FEBRUARY
FEB 3 - 5 | ARTFEST ArtFest Fort Myers decorates our downtown riverfront with exceptional artwork and entertainment. The festival includes art competition, art demonstrations, sidewalk chalk competition, a free children’s craft area, and the 5-K Publix Run to the Arts on Sunday morning. Bring the entire family to this fun free event to enjoy and purchase the works of fabulous professional artists! For more info visit: artfestfortmyers.com
FEB 5 | VEG FEST Come see how easy it is to find healthy plant-based foods in Fort Myers, Florida. Find local sources of eco-friendly and cruelty-free products. Featuring expert speakers, vendors, and animal rescues – with entertainment and activities for the whole family! For more info visit: fortmyersvegfest.org FEB 18 | FESTIVAL OF LIGHT Named the largest night parade in the Southeast, hosted annually in February. The Grand Parade is a two-hour extravaganza featuring national participants & local marching bands, floats, local government and law enforcement officials, and more. For more info visit: edisonfestival.org
MARCH
MARCH 1 - 5 | COUNTY FAIR Southwest Florida & Lee County Fair will feature activities like the fun talent contest, youth citrus project, fashion review competition, chicken bbq cook-off, youth royalty, hay bale decorating competition, and club booth competition.For more info visit: LINKHERE
MARCH 19 | CUBAN SANDWICH FESTIVAL Celebrate a delayed Hispanic Heritage at the Southwest Florida FORD Cuban Sandwich Festival! For more info visit: cubansandwichfestival.com
LOCAL EVENTS GUIDE SOUTH WEST FLORIDA
PLEASE NOTE: WE’RE AWARE THAT THESE UNCERTAIN TIMES ARE LIMITING MANY ASPECTS OF LIFE AS WE ALL PRACTICE SOCIAL AND PHYSICAL DISTANCING. DUE TO THE CURRENT OUTBREAK, MANY EVENTS HAVE EITHER BEEN CANCELLED, RESCHEDULED, OR CHANGED
TO VIRTUAL EVENTS. PLEASE VERIFY ALL EVENTS PRIOR TO ATTENDING. THANK YOU. (. . .continued from 28)
APRIL
APRIL 1 -2 | FILM FESTIVAL The Sarasota Film Festival lasts just over a week and celebrates the recent works of both wellknown and new artists of the film industry. The festival features many different kinds of movies, including drama, foreign, short films and comedies. Grab your popcorn and enjoy! For more info visit: sarasotafilmfestival.com
APRI 4 - 9 | TOOTSIE When obsessive perfectionist Michael is fired from a Broadway gig due to his proclivities, he decides that change is necessary - even if it means his gender. Taking to drag to pass himself off as the glamorous ‘Dorothy’, he soon lands a new job. But watch out Broadway, makeup and clothes are no match for this ego! For more info visit: shorturl.at/dENP9
MAY
MAY 6 | TACO FEST The most anticipated taco festival of the year is taking place at the Manatee County Fairgrounds! Get ready for an action-packed day filled with a variety of tacos, margaritas, assorted beers, delicious indulgences, music and all around fun for the family. Come hungry, get ready for the Manatee Annual Taco Fest! For more info visit: manateeannualtacofest.net
MAY 17 - 21 | FILM FESTIVAL Save the date now — the annual Fort Myers Film Festival is scheduled to be held May 17-21, 2023 and is celebrating its 13th year of being the finest film festival in the Southeast U.S. Screenings, panels, events and gatherings will be held at the Sidney & Berne Davis Art Center and other venues around town. For more info visit: fortmyersfilmfestival.com
LOCAL EVENTS GUIDE SOUTH WEST FLORIDA
PLEASE NOTE: WE’RE AWARE THAT THESE UNCERTAIN TIMES ARE LIMITING MANY ASPECTS OF LIFE AS WE ALL PRACTICE SOCIAL AND PHYSICAL DISTANCING. DUE TO THE CURRENT OUTBREAK, MANY EVENTS HAVE EITHER BEEN CANCELLED, RESCHEDULED, OR CHANGED
TO VIRTUAL EVENTS. PLEASE VERIFY ALL EVENTS PRIOR TO ATTENDING. THANK YOU. (. . .continued from 32)
JUNE
JUNE 24 - 30 | SUNCOAST SUMMER FEST Join us this year for Southwest Florida’s Premier Charity Boat Fun Run! The Weekend begins with a casual lunch ride down to Evie’s at Spanish Point where pre-register participants will receive a complimentary lunch ticket. For more info visit: suncoastsummerfest.org
JULY
JULY 4 | INDEPENDENCE DAY Independence Day, commonly referred to as Fourth of July is a federal holiday commemorating the adoption of the Declaration of Independence on July 4, 1776. We celebrate July 4th in Bradenton & Sarasota Florida with fireworks, parades, backyard BBQ, fairs, baseball games, shopping for great deals, or enjoying a nice evening out with friends and family. For more info visit: https://bit.ly/3t45qfA JULY 7 - 30 | THE LITTLE MERMAID This Disney classic comes to life on the Broadway Palm stage! Take a dive into a magical kingdom where the beautiful mermaid, Ariel, longs to leave her ocean home to live in the world above. When Ariel falls in love with the human Prince Eric, she makes a bargain with the evil sea witch, but the bargain isn’t what it seems. You’ll see all your favorite characters and hear the irresistible songs including Under The Sea, Kiss The Girl, Part Of Your World and more! For more info visit: shorturl.at/ uOU48
AUGUST
AUG 4 | ART WALK Downtown Fort Myers lights up ARTistically! We have lined the streets with local and regional artists selling and displaying their one of a kind works of art with many different styles being represented. Come down and support local artists! For more info visit: shorturl.at/cegi8
LOCAL EVENTS GUIDE SOUTH WEST FLORIDA
PLEASE NOTE: WE’RE AWARE THAT THESE UNCERTAIN TIMES ARE LIMITING MANY ASPECTS OF LIFE AS WE ALL PRACTICE SOCIAL AND PHYSICAL DISTANCING. DUE TO THE CURRENT OUTBREAK, MANY EVENTS HAVE EITHER BEEN CANCELLED, RESCHEDULED, OR CHANGED
TO VIRTUAL EVENTS. PLEASE VERIFY ALL EVENTS PRIOR TO ATTENDING. THANK YOU. (. . .continued from 34)
SEPTEMBER
SEPT 21 - 24 | FILM FEST Our photos and award ceremony videos prove we have one of the most fun festivals in Florida! With well-known and highly respected guest speakers, Beyond does its’ due diligence in the area of short and feature film, but this festival has puts emphasis on Writers and Actors and Directors! For more info visit: shorturl.at/bjAT4 Cape Coral for one of the largest events of the season. With three stages and two dance floors, the oom-pah music never stops. And neither does the food. With heaping platters of sausages and schweinshaxe to stacks of potato pancakes and schnitzel, it’s a good thing there’s plenty of beer to wash it all down. For more info visit: capecoraloktoberfest.com
SEPT 22 - 30 | SONGWRITER FEST Island Hopper Songwriter Fest is a 10-day music festival in Southwest Florida presented by iHeart Media, Cat Country 107.1, BMI, and The Beaches of Fort Myers & Sanibel. It draws some of the greatest singer-songwriters from Nashville and nationwide. Enjoy free, intimate performances!. For more info visit: https://bit.ly/3mjNawe
OCTOBER
OCT TBA | OKTOBERFEST Every October the German-American Social Club brings Munich to
2023 GRAND SLAM TOURNAMENT SCHEDULE * Schedule subject to change
SESSION DATE TIME FEATURED MATCHES
1 Mon, January 16, 2023 11:00 am Men's and Women's 1st Round 2 Mon, January 16, 2023 7:00 pm Men's and Women's 1st Round 3 Tue, January 17, 2023 11:00 am Men’s and Women’s 1st Round 4 Tue, January 17, 2023 7:00 pm Men’s and Women’s 1st Round 5 Wed, January 18, 2023 11:00 am Men’s and Women’s 2nd Round 6 Wed, January 18, 2023 7:00 pm Men’s and Women’s 2nd Round 7 Thu, January 19, 2023 11:00 am Men’s and Women’s 2nd Round 8 Thu, January 19, 2023 7:00 pm Men’s and Women’s 2nd Round 9 Fri, January 20, 2023 11:00 am Men’s and Women’s 3rd Round 10 Fri, January 20, 2023 7:00 pm Men’s and Women’s 3rd Round 11 Sat, January 21, 2023 11:00 am Men’s and Women’s 3rd Round 12 Sat, January 21, 2023 7:00 pm Men’s and Women’s 3rd Round 13 Sun, January 22, 2023 11:00 am Men’s and Women’s 4th Round 14 Sun, January 22, 2023 7:00 pm Men’s and Women’s 4th Round 15 Mon, January 23, 2023 11:00 am Men’s and Women’s 4th Round 16 Mon, January 23, 2023 7:00 pm Men’s and Women’s 4th Round 17 Tue, January 24, 2023 11:00 am Men’s and Women’s Quarterfinals 18 Tue, January 24, 2023 7:00 pm Men’s and Women’s Quarterfinals 19 Wed, January 25, 2023 11:00 am Men’s and Women’s Quarterfinals 20 Wed, January 25, 2023 7:30 pm Men’s and Women’s Quarterfinals 21 Thu, January 26, 2023 11:00 am Women’s Semifinals 22 Thu, January 26, 2023 7:30 pm Men’s Semifinal 23 Fri, January 27, 2023 3:00 pm Mixed Doubles Semi /Women’s Doubles Final / Men’s Singles Semifinal 24 Sat, January 28, 2023 4:00 pm Women’s Singles Final /Men’s Doubles Final 25 Sun, January 29, 2023 4:00 pm Mixed Doubles Final /Men’s Singles Final
2023 GRAND SLAM TOURNAMENT SCHEDULE * Schedule subject to change
DATE
PLAY START SESSION MAY 29 - SUN Day - 11:00 AM Men’s & Women’s 1st Round MAY 30 - MON Day - 11:00 AM Men’s & Women’s 1st Round MAY 30 - MON Evening - 9:00 PM Men’s & Women’s 1st Round MAY 31 - TUE Day - 11:00 AM Men’s & Women’s 2nd Round MAY 31 - TUE Evening - 9:00 PM Men’s & Women’s 2nd Round MAY 31 - WED Day - 11:00 AM Men’s & Women’s 3rd Round MAY 31 - WED Evening - 9:00 PM Men’s & Women’s 3rd Round JUN 01 - THU Day - 11:00 AM Men’s & Women’s 4th Round JUN 01 - THU Evening - 9:00 PM Men’s & Women’s 4th Round JUN 02 - FRI Day - 12:00 PM 3rd Round JUN 02 - FRI Evening - 9:00 PM 3rd Round JUN 03 - SAT Day - 12:00 AM 3rd Round JUN 03 - SAT Evening - 9:00 PM 3rd Round JUN 04 - SUN Day - 11:00 AM 4th Round JUN 04 - SUN Evening - 9:00 PM 4th Round JUN 05 - MON Day - 11:00 AM 4th Round JUN 05 - MON Evening - 9:00 PM 4th Round JUN 06 - TUE Day - 12:00 PM Quarterfinals JUN 06 - TUE Evening - 5:00 PM Quarterfinals JUN 07 - WED Day - 12:00 PM Quarterfinals JUN 07 - WED Evening - 5:00 PM Quarterfinals JUN 08 - THU Day - 2:00 PM Semifinals JUN 09 - FRI Day - 3:00 PM Men’s Semi Finals 1 JUN 09 - FRI Evening - 7:00 PM Men’s Semi Finals 2
JUN 10 - SAT Day - 3:00 PM Women's Singles Final, Men's Doubles Final
JUN 11 - SUN Day - 3:00 PM Men's Singles Final
DATE Mon, July 03 Tues, July 04 Wed, July 05 Thurs, July 6 Fri, July 07 Sat, July 08 Sun, July 09 Mon, July 10
Tues, July 11
Wed, July 12
Thurs, July 13
Fri, July 14
Sat, July 15
Sun, July 16 2023 GRAND SLAM TOURNAMENT SCHEDULE * Schedule subject to change
PLAY START SESSION 11:00 AM Men's & Ladies' 1st Round 11:00 AM Men's & Ladies' 1st Round 11:00 AM Men's & Ladies' 2nd Round 11:00 AM Men's & Ladies' 2nd Round 11:00 AM Men's & Ladies' 3rd Round 11:00 AM Men's & Ladies' 3rd Round 11:00 AM Men's & Ladies' 4th Round 11:00 AM Men's & Ladies' 4th Round 11:00 AM Men's Singles Quarterfinals Ladies’ Singles Quarterfinals 11:00 AM Men's Singles Quarterfinals Ladies’ Singles Quarterfinals 1:00 PM Ladies' Singles Semifinals Mixed Doubles Final 1:00 PM Men's Singles Semifinals
2023 GRAND SLAM TOURNAMENT SCHEDULE * Schedule subject to change ** Start Times Listed in EST
SESSION DATE SCHEDULE PLAY START MATCHES 1 Mon, 28 Aug Day 11.00am Men’s / Women’s 1st Round
2 Mon, 28 Aug Night 7.00pm Men’s / Women’s 1st Round
3 Tue, 29 Aug Day 11.00am Men’s / Women’s 1st Round
4 Tue, 29 Aug Night 7.00pm Men’s / Women’s 1st Round
5 Wed, 30 Aug Day 11.00am Men’s / Women’s 2nd Round
6 Wed, 30 Aug Night 7.00pm Men’s / Women’s 2nd Round
7 Thu, 31 Aug Day 11.00am Men’s / Women’s 2nd Round
8 Thu, 31 Aug Night 7.00pm Men’s / Women’s 2nd Round
9 Fri, 1 Sep Day 11.00am Men’s / Women’s 3rd Round
10 Fri, 1 Sep Night 7.00pm Men’s / Women’s 3rd Round
11 Sat, 2 Sep Day 11.00am Men’s / Women’s 3rd Round
12 Sat, 2 Sep Night 7.00pm Men’s / Women’s 3rd Round
13 Sun, 3 Sep Day 11.00am Men’s / Women’s Round of 16
14 Sun, 3 Sep Night 7.00pm Men’s / Women’s Round of 16
15 Mon, 4 Sep Day 11.00am Men’s / Women’s Round of 16
16 Mon, 4 Sep Night 7.00pm Men’s / Women’s Round of 16
17 Tue, 5 Sep Day 12.00pm Men’s / Women’s Quarterfinals 18 Tue, 5 Sep Night 7.00pm Men’s / Women’s Quarterfinals 19 Wed, 6 Sep Day 12.00pm Men’s / Women’s Quarterfinals 20 Wed, 6 Sep Night 7.00pm Men’s / Women’s Quarterfinals 21 Thu, 7 Sep Day 12.00pm Women’s Semifinals / 22 Fri, 8 Sep Day 12.00pm Men’s Doubles Final or Mixed Doubles Final / Men’s Semifinal 1 23 Fri, 8 Sep Night 7.00pm Men’s Semifinal 2
