Southwest Florida's Vibrant Entertainment Scene: What's Happening

Art and Museums

The Baker Museum in Naples celebrates its 25th anniversary with special exhibits, including works by Tamara de Lempicka and Ansel Adams. The museum's permanent collection features:

Glass works by Dale Chihuly
Paintings by René Magritte

Art lovers can enjoy free art festivals throughout the region, such as:

Bonita Springs National Art Festivals series
Art Fest Naples Invitational

Theater and Performances

Theater enthusiasts have plenty to look forward to, including:

& Juliet (Pop musical)
And Then There Were None (Murder mystery)
Harlem Globetrotters (100th-anniversary tour at Hertz Arena)

Automotive and Opera

Car enthusiasts can check out the Naples Automotive Experience, featuring:

Cars on 5th event (Over 400 vintage and modern cars on display)

Opera Naples celebrates its 20th season with an outdoor festival, including performances of:

Turandot
The Elixir of Love

Music and Festivals

Music fans can enjoy a variety of concerts, from:

Classic rockers Kansas
Pop superstar Barry Manilow's final shows

The Wonder Gardens in Bonita Springs celebrates its 90th anniversary with special events, and World Ukulele Day brings the joyful sounds of the ukulele to downtown Bonita Springs.

Major Events and Parades

Edison Festival of Light Grand Parade in Fort Myers (Attracting thousands of spectators)
Collier County Fair (Carnival rides, live music, and food)
Southwest Florida Ag Expo (Carnival rides, live music, and food)
Southwest Florida Reading Festival (Bestselling authors and activities for all ages)
St. Patrick's Day Parade in Naples
Fort Myers Beach Shrimp Festival

Ice Skating

Ice-skating fans can enjoy Stars On Ice at Hertz Arena, featuring:

World champions
Olympic hopefuls