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5/29 – Murder Mystery Tea: The Speakeasy Scandal – Interactive murder mystery tea at Wisteria Tearoom at 6 p.m. Roaring Twenties speakeasy-themed mystery experience with costumes, characters, and immersive storytelling. Tickets are $130.00. 2512 Second St., Fort Myers. 239-689-4436 or wisteriatearoom.com.
5/30 – Southwest Florida Food Fest & Craft Fair – Food fair from noon – 9 p.m. at Mike Greenwell Regional Park. Enjoy diverse food tastings, live music, craft vendors, drinks, kids activities, bounce houses and family fun all day long. Tickets are $10.00. 11831 Bayshore Road, North Fort Myers. 239-533-1168 or battlebrosevents.com.
5/31 – The Queen of Bingo – Comedy play at Florida Reparatory Theatre from May 27 – June 14 with multiple showtimes. Two hilarious sisters chase fun, prizes, and bingo glory in a laugh-filled comedy packed with audience games and quirky chaos. Tickets start at $74.00. 2268 Bay Street, Fort Myers. 239-332-4488 or floridarep.org.

WEDNESDAY 5/27

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The Queen of Bingo – Opening shows for the comedy play live on stage at Florida Repertory Theatre’s ArtStage Studio Theatre at 2 p.m. & 7 p.m. Hilarious story of two sisters navigating life, laughter, and bingo night with audience participation. Tickets start at $74.00. 2268 Bay St., Fort Myers. 239-332-4488 or floridarep.org.

D’no of Carnival of Soul – Live rock music performance at Tiki Bar & Grill Lighthouse at 7 p.m. High-energy rock set with crowd favorites and crowd sing-alongs. 1051 First St., Fort Myers Beach. 239-356-7829 or tikibarlighthouse.com.

“Weird Al” Yankovic – Presented by Live Nation and Hertz Arena at 7:30 p.m. at Hertz Arena. “Weird Al” Yankovic returns with his BIGGER & WEIRDER Tour, packed with hilarious hits, fan favorites and oversized comedy-rock fun. Tickets start at $39.50. Parking is $30.00. 11000 Everblades Parkway, Estero. 239-948-7825 or hertzarena.com.

THURSDAY 5/28

Peripheral Dialogues – Art exhibition at Sidney & Berne Davis Art Center. “Peripheral Dialogues” is an imaginative collection by Kathleen Kinkopf that explores the quiet, dreamlike spaces between thought, memory and emotion. Through symbolism, nature and the female figure, the work reveals visual stories filled with harmony, strength and possibility. Last day on display. 2301 First St., Fort Myers. 239-333-1933 or sbdac.com.

John Halmi – Live music performance at Tiki Bar & Grill Lighthouse at 2 p.m. 1051 First St., Fort Myers Beach. 239-356-7829 or tikibarlighthouse.com.

Summer Kick Off Expo – Community end of school expo event at Bell Tower Shops at 5 p.m. Celebrate summer with waterslides, a foam party, and a family expo featuring camps, tutoring, activities and local resources. 13499 S. Cleveland Ave, Fort Myers. 239-489-1221 or belltowerfl.com.

Fort Myers Fringe: Opening Reception & Teaser – Festival opening event at Fort Myers Fringe at 5:30 p.m. Kickoff reception featuring previews and teaser performances from the festival lineup. Tickets vary by show (see the website for details). 1380 Colonial Blvd., Fort Myers. 239-208-1003 or theatreconspiracyfl.com.

Shinedown: Dance, Kid, Dance Act II – Performance presented by Herz Arena at 7 p.m. at Hertz Arena. Rock out with Shinedown, Coheed and Cambria, Black Stone Cherry and DJ Rock Feed. An epic night of powerhouse vocals and heavy hits awaits. Tickets start at $59.50. Parking is $30.00 11000 Everblades Parkway, Estero. www.hertzarena.com.

Helen Welch – Performance at Tribby Arts Center at 7 p.m. Helen Welch delivers a dazzling tribute to music’s iconic women, capturing the spirit of Streisand, Fitzgerald, Houston, Garland, Cline and more. Tickets are $50.00. 17281 On Par Blvd., Fort Myers. 239-415-5667 or tribbyartscenter.com.

Fire in the Meth Lab – Theater performance at Fort Myers Fringe at 7:15 p.m. Jon Bennett delivers a darkly comedic storytelling show blending humor and personal narrative. Tickets are $15.00. 1380 Colonial Blvd., Fort Myers. 239-208-1003 or theatreconspiracyfl.com.

Busted Spokes of Red Hannah – Live music performance at Tiki Bar & Grill Lighthouse at 8 p.m., featuring crowd favorites and crowd sing-alongs. 1051 First St., Fort Myers Beach. 239-356-7829 or tikibarlighthouse.com.

FRIDAY 5/29

Harbors and Horizons: The Art of Jerry Vallez – Art exhibition at The Norris Center. Curated by Michelle Vallez, featuring artist Jerry Vallez’s Southwest Florida paintings. Last day on view. 755 8th Avenue South, Naples. 239-207-5253 or floridaweekly.com.

Orlando Phillips – Live steel drum music performance at Tiki Bar & Grill Lighthouse at 2:00 p.m. Island vibes and island spirit set with crowd favorites and tropical tunes. 1051 First St., Fort Myers Beach. 239-356-7829 or tikibarlighthouse.com.

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Murder Mystery Tea: The Speakeasy Scandal – Interactive murder mystery tea at Wisteria Tearoom at 6 p.m. Roaring Twenties speakeasy-themed mystery experience with costumes, characters, and immersive storytelling. Tickets are $130.00. 2512 Second St., Fort Myers. 239-689-4436 or wisteriatearoom.com.

Anatomica: A Comedy About Meat, Bones, & The Skin You’re In – Theater performance at Fort Myers Fringe at 7:00 p.m. Comedic exploration of the human body through humor, science, and storytelling. Tickets are $15.00. 1380 Colonial Blvd., Fort Myers. 239-208-1003 or theatreconspiracyfl.com.

Beers About Songs – Live performance at Fort Myers Fringe at 8:30 p.m. Musical comedy show by Ryan Adam Wells blending storytelling, humor, and songs. Tickets are $15.00. 1380 Colonial Blvd., Fort Myers. 239-208-1003 or theatreconspiracyfl.com.

SATURDAY 5/30

Kids Fringe: Why Won’t Zee Quack – Family children’s theater at Fort Myers Fringe at 10 a.m. & 11:30 a.m. Interactive kids show featuring playful storytelling and comedy. Tickets are $15. 1380 Colonial Blvd., Fort Myers. 239-208-1003 or theatreconspiracyfl.com.

Princess Tea Party – Tea party event at Dave & Buster’s at Bell Tower Shops at 10 a.m. Enjoy a magical morning of juices, sweet treats and royal-themed family fun during this enchanting kid-friendly celebration. 13499 S Cleveland Ave, Fort Myers. 239-489-1221 or belltowerfl.com.

Southwest Florida Food Fest & Craft Fair – Food fair from noon – 9 p.m. at Mike Greenwell Regional Park. Enjoy diverse food tastings, live music, craft vendors, drinks, kids activities, bounce houses and family fun all day long. Tickets are $10.00. 11831 Bayshore Road, North Fort Myers. 239-533-1168 or battlebrosevents.com.

Teen Fringe: Elektra – Teen theater performance at Fort Myers Fringe at 1:00 p.m. Contemporary teen adaptation of Elektra exploring drama and performance. Tickets are $15. 1380 Colonial Blvd., Fort Myers. 239-208-1003 or theatreconspiracyfl.com.

Soul Purpose IV – Live Reggae music performance at Tiki Bar & Grill Lighthouse at 2 p.m. Island vibes and island spirit set with crowd favorites and tropical tunes. 1051 First St., Fort Myers Beach. 239-356-7829 or tikibarlighthouse.com.

JobuFest – Summer kickoff event at 5 p.m. at The Whale. JobuFest returns for an afternoon of island fun, live music, tropical cocktails and a quirky seasonal blessing to kick off summer. Official Jobu toast is at 5:45 p.m., arrive early. 1249 Estero Blvd., Fort Myers Beach. 239-463-5505 or thewhalefmb.com.

The Mutt Gala: The Velvet Paw – Animal fundraising event at 5 p.m. at the Charlotte Harbor Event & Conference Center. Join a glamorous Old Hollywood–style charity gala supporting animal welfare, featuring elegant dining, curated entertainment and lifesaving impact. Registration required. 75 Taylor Street, Punta Gorda. 941-833-5444 or charlotteharborecc.com.

Fire in the Meth Lab – Theater performance at Fort Myers Fringe at 6 p.m. Jon Bennett returns with a darkly comedic storytelling performance. Tickets are $15. 1380 Colonial Blvd., Fort Myers. 239-208-1003 or theatreconspiracyfl.com.

Memphis Lightning – Live concert at Buckingham Blues Bar at 8 p.m. Enjoy an electrifying performance by Memphis Lightning on the Buckingham Blues Bar stage while enjoying a lively atmosphere. Tickets are $20.00. 5641 Buckingham Road, Fort Myers. 239-693-7111 or buckinghambar.com.

Pianomania! – 1950s piano concert at Music & Arts Community Center at 6 p.m. and 8:30 p.m. Take a high-energy 1950s rock ‘n’ roll ride featuring piano virtuosic hits from Little Richard, Ray Charles, Elvis, Sinatra and more. Tickets are $15.00-$65.00. 13411 Shire Lane, Fort Myers. 239-277-1700 or gulfcoastsymphony.org.

Duane Betts & Palmetto Hotel – Southern Rock performance at Arts Bonita’s Hinman Auditorium at 7:30 p.m. Duane Betts and Palmetto Motel deliver a soulful Southern rock show with fiery guitar, heartfelt storytelling and fresh blues energy. Tickets are $55.00-$65.00. 10150 Bonita Beach Road, Bonita Springs. 239-495-8989 or artsbonita.org.

Beers About Songs  – Live performance at Fort Myers Fringe at 7:30 p.m. Musical comedy blending storytelling and song by Ryan Adam Wells. Tickets are $15. 1380 Colonial Blvd., Fort Myers. 239-208-1003 or theatreconspiracyfl.com.

Brincos Dieras – Spanish comedy performance at 8:00 p.m. at Barbara B. Mann Performing Arts Hall. Roberto Carlos Oliva Barajas, known as “Brincos Dieras”, delivers bold Latin comedy with roast-style humor, interactive improvisation and unforgettable clown-charming energy. Tickets start at $88.23. 13350 FSW Parkway, Fort Myers. 239-481-4849 or bbmannpah.com.

Anatomica: A Comedy About Meat, Bones, & The Skin You’re In – Theater performance at Fort Myers Fringe at 9 p.m. Humorous exploration of the human body through performance and storytelling. Tickets are $15. 1380 Colonial Blvd., Fort Myers. 239-208-1003 or theatreconspiracyfl.com.

A Young Man Dressed as a Gorilla Dressed as an Old Man Sits Rocking in a Rocking Chair for 56 Minutes and Then Leaves – Performance art at Fort Myers Fringe at 10:15 p.m. Experimental free-form theater piece with absurdist performance art. 1380 Colonial Blvd., Fort Myers. 239-208-1003 or theatreconspiracyfl.com.

SUNDAY 5/31

Annual Artists Collective: Mezzanine Gallery – Fine arts exhibit at BIG ARTS. This annual exhibit highlights the work of artist-instructors who lead BIG ARTS workshops and classes. Last day on display. 900 Dunlop Road, Sanibel. 239-395-0900 or bigarts.org.

Velvet Curtain Concert Reading – Original Musical performance at Arts Bonita’s Performing Arts Center at 1 p.m. Get a behind-the-scenes first look at “Velvet Curtain”, a new musical by Jodie Fox, featuring sharp songs, local talent and backstage comedy. Tickets are $10.00. 10150 Bonita Beach Road, Bonita Springs. 239-495-8989 or artsbonita.org.

DJ Krimsun – Live dance music performance at Tiki Bar & Grill Lighthouse at 2 p.m. BPM feel good music mix with crowd favorites and dance-floor tracks. 1051 First St., Fort Myers Beach. 239-356-7829 or tikibarlighthouse.com.

Beers About Songs  – Live performance at Fort Myers Fringe at 2 p.m. Musical comedy blending storytelling and song by Ryan Adam Wells. Tickets are $15. 1380 Colonial Blvd., Fort Myers. 239-208-1003 or theatreconspiracyfl.com.

Fire in the Meth Lab – Theater performance at Fort Myers Fringe at 3:30 p.m. Jon Bennett returns with a darkly comedic storytelling performance. Tickets are $15. 1380 Colonial Blvd., Fort Myers. 239-208-1003 or theatreconspiracyfl.com.

The Echo – Live concert at Bayside Concert Series at 4 p.m., featuring high-energy dance and rock music. Corner of Old San Carlos Blvd. and 1st St., Fort Myers Beach. 239-454-6900 or fortmyersbeach.org.

Anatomica: A Comedy About Meat, Bones, & The Skin You’re In – Theater performance at Fort Myers Fringe at 5 p.m. Humorous exploration of the human body through performance and storytelling. Tickets are $15. 1380 Colonial Blvd., Fort Myers. 239-208-1003 or theatreconspiracyfl.com.

Josephine: A Burlesque Cabaret Dream Play – Closing performance at Fort Myers Fringe at 6:30 p.m. Burlesque cabaret-style theatrical closing show for the festival. Tickets are $20.00. 1380 Colonial Blvd., Fort Myers. 239-208-1003 or theatreconspiracyfl.com.

The Cold Stares – Southern Rock performance at Arts Bonita’s Performing Arts Center at 7 p.m. The Cold Stares deliver a fierce modern rock and blues show, built on years of relentless touring and high-impact live energy. Tickets are $38.00-$48.00. 10150 Bonita Beach Road, Bonita Springs. 239-495-8989 or artsbonita.org.

MONDAY 6/1

Faces, Places, and Spaces Art Exhibit – Art exhibition at Sanibel Public Library beginning at 9 a.m. Summer showcase featuring works by Sanibel-Captiva Art League artists with pieces available for purchase. Admission is free. 770 Dunlop Rd., Sanibel. sancapart.org.

Monday Night Run – Run club event at Fleet Feet at Bell Tower Shops at 6:30 p.m. Join a welcoming weekly 3-mile community run open to walkers, runners, kids, strollers and pets of all experience levels. 13499 S. Cleveland Ave., Fort Myers. 239-489-1221 or belltowerfl.com.

HUNKS The Show – Male revue show at Millennial Brewing Company at 8 p.m. High-energy adult entertainment performance designed as a lively girls’ night out experience. Tickets start at $18.81. 1811 Royal Palm Ave., Fort Myers. eventbrite.com.

TUESDAY 6/2

Anton Doran – Piano Rock performance at Tribby Arts Center at 7 p.m. Paul Anton Doran & The Tampa Bay All Stars deliver an electrifying tribute to legendary piano masters, performing classics by McCartney, Lennon, Billy Joel, Ray Charles and more. Tickets are $35.00. 17281 On Par Blvd., Fort Myers. 239-415-5667 or tribbyartscenter.com.

ONGOING

Harbors and Horizons: The Art of Jerry Vallez – Art exhibition at The Norris Center through May 29. Curated by Michelle Vallez, featuring artist Jerry Vallez’s Southwest Florida paintings. 755 8th Ave. S., Naples. 239-207-5253 or floridaweekly.com.

Fort Myers Farmers Market – Fresh foods farmers market every Saturday from 9 a.m. – 1 p.m. at Downtown Fort Myers’ First Street & Broadway. The Fort Myers Farmers Market returns all summer, bringing fresh local produce, seafood, baked goods, flowers, crafts and more to downtown. 2200 First St., Fort Myers. 239-321-7000 or fortmyers.gov.

Ping Pong Power – Community wellness program at Estero Recreation Center every Saturday at 2 p.m. Weekly table tennis sessions for seniors, individuals with Parkinson’s, Alzheimer’s, dementia, MS or memory challenges, and caregivers promote fun, fitness, and friendship while improving focus, reflexes, balance, and coordination. 9200 Corkscrew Palms Blvd., Estero. 239-272-8941.

The Queen of Bingo – Comedy play at Florida Reparatory Theatre from May 27 to June 14 with multiple showtimes. Two hilarious sisters chase fun, prizes, and bingo glory in a laugh-filled comedy packed with audience games and quirky chaos. Tickets start at $74.00. 2268 Bay St., Fort Myers. 239-332-4488 or floridarep.org.

Something Rotten JR. – Youth musical comedy at Alliance for the Arts from May 29-31 with multiple showtimes. Two Renaissance playwright brothers hilariously race to invent the world’s first musical while competing with Shakespeare’s fame. Tickets are $15.00-$20.00. 10091 McGregor Blvd., Fort Myers. 239-939-2787 or artinlee.org.

Art as Therapy – Art exhibition on display through June 8 at Big Arts Sanibel Island. A powerful exhibit celebrating the healing power of art, featuring personal stories of grief, illness, and recovery through creative expression. 900 Dunlop Road, Sanibel. 239-395-0900 or bigarts.org.

Peripheral Dialogues – Art exhibition at Sidney & Berne Davis Art Center on display through May 28. “Peripheral Dialogues” is an imaginative collection by Kathleen Kinkopf that explores the quiet, dreamlike spaces between thought, memory and emotion. Through symbolism, nature and the female figure, the work reveals visual stories filled with harmony, strength and possibility. 2301 First Street, Fort Myers. 239-333-1933 or sbdac.com.

Annual Artists Collective: Mezzanine Gallery – Fine arts exhibit at BIG ARTS through May 31. This annual exhibit highlights the work of artist-instructors who lead BIG ARTS workshops and classes. 900 Dunlop Road, Sanibel. 239-395-0900 or bigarts.org.

Same Time, Next Year – Romantic comedy live at Players Circle Theater through June 7 with multiple showtimes. Tony Award-winning comedy by Bernard Slade follows Doris and George, married to others, who meet annually for 25 years, hilariously exploring changing manners, morals, love, and life. Tickets start at $35.00. 13211 McGregor Blvd., Fort Myers. 239-800-3292 or playerscircletheater.com.

The Sounds of 1967 – Musical revue live at Broadway Palm Dinner Theatre from May 22 to June 20 with multiple showtimes. A nostalgic live performance celebrating the iconic music of 1967 featuring classic rock and pop hits. Ticket prices vary depending on the show (see website). 1380 Colonial Blvd, Fort Myers. 239-278-4422 or broadwaypalm.com.

Faces, Places, and Spaces Art Exhibit – Art exhibition at Sanibel Public Library from June 1 to Nov. 2. Summer showcase featuring works by Sanibel-Captiva Art League artists with pieces available for purchase. Admission is free. 770 Dunlop Rd., Sanibel. sancapart.org.

The Queen of Bingo – Comedy play live on stage at Florida Repertory Theatre’s ArtStage Studio Theatre from May 27 – June 14 with multiple showtimes. Hilarious story of two sisters navigating life, laughter, and bingo night with audience participation. Tickets start at $74.00. 2268 Bay St., Fort Myers. 239-332-4488 or floridarep.org.

Eric DaSilva – Stand-up comedy show at Snappers Laugh In Comedy Club from May 28-30 with multiple showtimes. Comedian delivers honest, silly, and relatable humor about adulthood, relationships, and life. Tickets start at $24.50. 8595 College Parkway, Fort Myers. 239-479-5233 or snapperscomedyclub.com.

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