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TOP PICKS

8/28- F Nights – Conversation series at Alliance for the Arts at 6 p.m. Hear local leaders turn setbacks into comebacks at an inspiring night of honest stories, real connections, and fearless entrepreneurial spirit. Tickets are $25.00. 10091 McGregor Blvd., Fort Myers. 239-939-2787 or artinlee.org.
8/29- The Mound House’s Saturday Night Events- The Mound House on Fort Myers Beach hosts a free Saturday event on the last Saturday of select months, such as Aug. 29, 2026, featuring free museum admission, family activities, and arts and crafts from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Free admission. 451 Connecticut St., Fort Myers Beach. moundhouse.org
8/30- Final Performance of What Springs Forth – Live theater performance at Off-Broadway Palm Theatre through Aug. 30 with multiple showtimes. Three friends face unexpected challenges during a wilderness retreat in this funny, fast-paced comedy. Tickets start at $36.00. 1380 Colonial Blvd., Fort Myers. 239-208-1003 or theatreconspiracyfl.com.

WEDNESDAY 8/26

Josh Live – Live Music at The Center Bar at 6 p.m. Enjoy an evening of live performance in a relaxed, intimate setting. 26811 South Bay Drive, Unit 128, Bonita Springs. thecenterbar.com.

Summer Trivia – Music Trivia at Coastal Dayz Brewery at 6:30 p.m. Put your brain to the test at Coastal Dayz Brewery’s free weekly trivia, featuring rotating music and general-knowledge themes, prizes, and pints. 2161 McGregor Blvd., Fort Myers. 239-204-9665 or coastaldayzbrewery.com.

FuzzBox – Live music performance at Tiki Bar & Grill at 7 p.m. Enjoy an evening of live music and entertainment from FuzzBox at this waterfront venue. 1051 Fifth St., Fort Myers Beach. 239-356-7829 or tikibarlighthouse.com.

Elvis Tribute – Tribute performance at Cape Cabaret at 7:30 p.m. The King lives on as five-time world champion Dwight Icenhower channels Elvis with award-winning vocals, moves, and Vegas-style magic. Tickets start at $30.00. 4725 Vincennes Blvd., Cape Coral. 239-549-3000 or capecabaret.com.

Buckingham Blues Band – Live music at Buckingham Blues Bar at 8 p.m. Enjoy classic favorites for a laid-back evening of live music and good vibes. 5641 Buckingham Road, Fort Myers. 239-693-7111 or buckinghambar.com.

THURSDAY 8/27

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Dockside Duo – Live music performance at Tiki Bar & Grill at 3 p.m. Enjoy an afternoon of live music and entertainment from Dockside Duo at this waterfront venue. 1051 Fifth St., Fort Myers Beach. 239-356-7829 or tikibarlighthouse.com.

Industry Night – Real estate professionals’ appreciation night at Bay Street Yard at 5 p.m. A well-earned night to relax, connect, and celebrate with the Southwest Florida professionals who keep the real estate world moving. 2136 Bay St., Fort Myers. 239-940-8744 or baystreetyard.com.

The History of the United States – Opening talk and art reception at Wasmer Art Gallery at FGCU Campus at 5 p.m. Travel through early American history as artists reimagine pivotal moments from 1774–1844 in this first-time FGCU exhibition of historic print portfolios. 10501 FGCU Blvd. S., Fort Myers. 239-590-1000 or fgcu.edu.

Riverside Classic Rock Band – Live performance at Cape Cabaret at 7 p.m. Riverside powers up the party with high-energy rock, funk, and groove favorites spanning the ’60s through ’90s. Tickets start at $10.00. 4725 Vincennes Blvd., Cape Coral. 239-549-3000 or capecabaret.com.

FRIDAY 8/28

Michael O’Neil – Live music performance at Tiki Bar & Grill at 2 p.m. Enjoy an afternoon of live music and entertainment from Michael O’Neil at this waterfront venue. 1051 Fifth St., Fort Myers Beach. 239-356-7829 or tikibarlighthouse.com.

F Nights – Conversation series at Alliance for the Arts at  6 p.m. Hear local leaders turn setbacks into comebacks at an inspiring night of honest stories, real connections, and fearless entrepreneurial spirit. Tickets are $25.00. 10091 McGregor Blvd., Fort Myers. 239-939-2787 or artinlee.org.

Rockin’ Robin – Live performance at Cape Cabaret at 6 p.m. Robin Stasko belts out powerhouse classics from Journey to Janis, Aretha to Heart, delivering a genre-hopping night of iconic hits. Tickets start at $10.00. 4725 Vincennes Blvd., Cape Coral. 239-549-3000 or capecabaret.com.

Robert Gonnelli – Live performance at Cape Cabaret at 6:30 p.m. Robert takes you on a hit-filled journey from ’60s classics to today’s dance favorites, with pop, rock ’n’ roll, and nonstop fun. Tickets start at $10.00. 4725 Vincennes Blvd., Cape Coral. 239-549-3000 or capecabaret.com.

Bluegrass Jamboree – Summer music series at Sidney & Berne Davis Art Center at 7 p.m. Remedy Tree brings bluegrass, old-time, and folk fire to the Grand Atrium, joined by Caladium for an all-ages hootin’ good time. Tickets start at $15.00. 2301 First Street, Fort Myers. 239-333-1933 or sbdac.com.

Only in America: Brooks & Dunn Tribute – Live tribute performance at Cape Cabaret at 7 p.m. Only in America delivers a note-for-note Brooks & Dunn tribute packed with boot-scootin’, two-steppin’ country hits and all-night fun. Tickets start at $10.00. 4725 Vincennes Blvd., Cape Coral. 239-549-3000 or capecabaret.com.

Relentless Fire – Live Music at The Center Bar at 7 p.m. Enjoy an evening of live performance in a relaxed, intimate setting. 26811 South Bay Drive, Unit 128, Bonita Springs. thecenterbar.com.

Customer Appreciation Show – Live music at Buckingham Blues Bar at 8 p.m. Enjoy a customer appreciation show with August Zona and Certified with classic favorites, a laid-back evening of live music and good vibes. 5641 Buckingham Road, Fort Myers. 239-693-7111 or buckinghambar.com.

Los Huracanes Del Norte – Live performance at The Ranch Concert Hall & Saloon at 8 p.m. Los Huracanes del Norte bring their legendary musica nortena sound to the Ruta Ventus Tour for a high-energy night of regional hits. Tickets start at $35.00. 2158 Colonial Blvd., Fort Myers. 239-985-9839 or theranchfortmyers.com.

SATURDAY 8/29

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Jay St Aubin – Live music performance at Tiki Bar & Grill at 2 p.m. Enjoy an afternoon of live music and entertainment from Jay St Aubin at this waterfront venue. 1051 Fifth St., Fort Myers Beach. 239-356-7829 or tikibarlighthouse.com.

The Mound House’s Saturday Night Events- The Mound House on Fort Myers Beach hosts a free Saturday event on the last Saturday of select months, such as Aug. 29, 2026, featuring free museum admission, family activities, and arts and crafts from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Free admission. 451 Connecticut St., Fort Myers Beach. moundhouse.org

Pride in Paradise – Tropical themed pride pool party at The Hideaway Waterfront Resort & Hotel from 2 – 10 p.m. Splash into PRIDE in Paradise, a 21 and older tropical luau fundraiser with poolside fun, a live DJ performance, games, prizes, and waterfront vibes. Tickets are $33.85. 4601 SE 5th Ave., Cape Coral. 239-347-8107 or pridecapecoral.com.

Dynasty Pop Music Duo – Live performance at Cape Cabaret at 6 p.m. Dynasty Pop Music Duo brings iconic dance-floor favorites and sing-along classics, from “Dancing Queen” to “Tennessee Whiskey” and beyond. Tickets start at $10.00. 4725 Vincennes Blvd., Cape Coral. 239-549-3000 or capecabaret.com.

Heat Latin Jazz Band – Afro-Cuban jazz performance at the Music & Arts Community Center at 6 p.m. & 8:30 p.m. Heat Latin Jazz Band ignites the night with Afro-Cuban grooves, soaring horns, irresistible percussion, and a dance floor made to move. Tickets are $49.00. 13411 Shire Lane, Fort Myers. 239-277-1700 or gulfcoastsymphony.org.

ACMA: Hank Woji & Roy Schneider – Live performance at Alliance for the Arts at 7 p.m. Hank Woji and Roy Schneider share songs, stories, and influences in an intimate, living-room-style night of originals and timeless classics. Tickets are $20.00. 10091 McGregor Blvd., Fort Myers. americanacma.org.

Grand Slam – Live Music at The Center Bar at 7 p.m. Enjoy an evening of live performance in a relaxed, intimate setting. 26811 South Bay Drive, Unit 128, Bonita Springs. thecenterbar.com.

The Shaelyn Band – Southern blues-rock performance at Arts Bonita’s Moe Auditorium at 7:30 p.m. The Shaelyn Band brings Southern soul, bluesy rock, and powerhouse vocals for a high-energy live show packed with heart, grit, and groove. Tickets start at $25.00. 10150 Bonita Beach Road, Bonita Springs. 239-495-8989 or artsbonita.org.

Stereo Riot – Live rock music performance at Tiki Bar & Grill at 8 p.m. Enjoy an evening of live music and entertainment from Stereo Riot at this waterfront venue. 1051 Fifth St., Fort Myers Beach. 239-356-7829 or tikibarlighthouse.com.

SUNDAY 8/30

Mellow Mushroom Fundraiser Day – Cape Coral Museum of History fundraiser at Mellow Mushroom Cape Coral from 11 a.m. – 4 p.m. Grab a slice for history at Mellow Mushroom Cape Coral with $5 from every pizza supporting the Cape Coral Museum of History, plus raffle fun. 53 NE Pine Island Road, Cape Coral. 239-772-7037 or capecoralmuseum.org.

Soapy Tuna – Live rock music performance at Tiki Bar & Grill at 2:00 p.m. Enjoy an afternoon of live music and entertainment from Soapy Tuna at this waterfront venue. 1051 Fifth St., Fort Myers Beach. 239-356-7829 or tikibarlighthouse.com.

Dirty Work – Live concert at Bayside Park at 4 p.m. Fun classic hits for a lively outdoor concert experience and fun night out. Corner of Old San Carlos Blvd. and 1st St., Fort Myers Beach. fortmyersbeach.org.

MONDAY 8/31

SWFL Stand-up Comedy Studio – Stand-up comedy at Coastal Dayz Brewery at 6:30 p.m. Laugh, sip, and hang with fellow comedy fans for free fun, friendly pups, and chill brewery vibes. 2161 McGregor Blvd., Fort Myers. 239-204-9665 or coastaldayzbrewery.com.

Wendell Ray – Live music performance at Tiki Bar & Grill at 7 p.m. Enjoy an evening of live music and entertainment from Wendell Ray at this waterfront venue. 1051 Fifth St., Fort Myers Beach. 239-356-7829 or tikibarlighthouse.com.

TUESDAY 9/1

Robin Hawkins – Live Music at The Center Bar at 6 p.m. Enjoy an evening of live performance in a relaxed, intimate setting. 26811 South Bay Drive, Unit 128, Bonita Springs. thecenterbar.com.

The Firm Jazz & Blues Quartet – Live performance at Cape Cabaret at 6:30 p.m. The Firm Jazz & Blues Quintet brings top-tier SWFL musicianship, smooth grooves, and the perfect soundtrack for a relaxed night out. Tickets start at $10.00. 4725 Vincennes Blvd., Cape Coral. 239-549-3000 or capecabaret.com.

ONGOING

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 Street, Fort Myers. 239-321-7000 or fortmyers.gov.

Ping Pong Power – Community wellness program at Estero Recreation Center every Saturday at 2:00 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.

Waiting for Godot – Performance at The Laboratory Theater of Florida available Aug. 20 – Sept. 6 with multiple showtimes. Two men wait on a desolate road, filling time with comedy and philosophy in Beckett’s surreal, timeless exploration of hope and human existence. Tickets start at $27.49. 1634 Woodford Ave., Fort Myers. 239-291-2905 or laboratorytheaterflorida.com.

Battle from the Brink – Art show at Sidney & Berne Davis Art Center’s Capital Gallery available through Aug. 27 from 10 a.m. – 5 p.m. Rosamund Merrill’s mixed-media collection spotlights endangered animals with whimsy and urgency, pairing each piece with conservation info and donating sales to protect them. 2301 First Street, Fort Myers. 239-333-1933 or sbdac.com.

The Art of Healing: Prescriptions for the Soul – Art show at Sidney & Berne Davis Art Center’s Grand Atrium available through Aug. 27 from 10 a.m. – 5 p.m. Immersive wellness event blending art, sound baths, yoga, meditation, live music, and massage therapy to support trauma-informed healing and community resilience. 2301 First Street, Fort Myers. 239-333-1933 or sbdac.com.

In the Galleries: Art Quilters Unlimited and Southwest Florida Fine Arts Craft Guild – Art exhibition at Alliance for the Arts available through Sept. 26 from 9 a.m. – 1 p.m. Discover contemporary fiber art, fine craft, and mixed media celebrating Southwest Florida artists’ skill, tradition and imagination. 10091 McGregor Blvd., Fort Myers. 239-939-2787 or artinlee.org.

Herb Jackson: Electric Sheep – Art display at Gallery 101 at FGCU Campus’ Arts Complex available for viewing through Sep. 17. Explore Herb Jackson’s vivid works, where layered textures, bold color, and nature-inspired marks transform the Gallery 101 space. 10501 FGCU Blvd. S., Fort Myers. 239-590-1000 or fgcu.edu.

Currents – Collaborative art mural at Big Arts, Sanibel Island, available for viewing through Oct. 30. Currents turns Big Arts’ Dunham Gallery into a 6 x 125 feet living underwater mural, created collaboratively by six local artists over 3 months. 900 Dunlop Road, Sanibel. 239-395-0900 or bigarts.org.

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

Klaus NOMI & Kenny SCHARF: Time SPLAT! – Art exhibition at Bob Rauschenberg Gallery Annex available Aug. 24 – Dec. 5 with gallery open 10 a.m. – 4 p.m. Enter a vivid collision of Pop Surrealism, New Wave, and operatic futurism through art, costumes, artifacts, and rare performance archives. 8099 College Parkway, Bldg. J – Library Lobby (1st Floor / J-118), Fort Myers. 239-489-9313 or rauschenberggallery.com.

Peter Massing and Selections from the Permanent Collection – Art exhibition at Wilson G. Bradshaw Library, FGCU, through Dec. 4. Explore prints and works from the permanent collection featuring artist Peter Massing. 10501 FGCU Blvd. S., Fort Myers. 239-590-7199 or fgcu.edu.

Between Creation & Concrete: Collaborative Window Installation by Breah Fyffe and Marcela Pulgarin – Art installation at FGCU Arts Complex Lobby Windows through July 14, 2027. Explore a nature-inspired window installation blending organic imagery, drawing and vinyl artwork. 10501 FGCU Blvd. S., Fort Myers. 239-590-7199 or fgcu.edu.

My Way: A Musical Tribute to Frank Sinatra – Musical tribute show at Players Circle Theater through Aug. 30 with multiple showtimes. Enjoy Sinatra classics performed by four singers in an intimate nightclub-style setting with live jazz accompaniment. Tickets start at $42.85. 13211 McGregor Blvd., Fort Myers. 239-800-3292 or playerscircletheater.com.

What Springs Forth – Live theater performance at Off-Broadway Palm Theatre through Aug. 30 with multiple showtimes. Three friends face unexpected challenges during a wilderness retreat in this funny, fast-paced comedy. Tickets start at $36.00. 1380 Colonial Blvd., Fort Myers. 239-208-1003 or theatreconspiracyfl.com.

Intro to Photography – Photography course at Sidney & Berne Davis Art Center from Aug. 27 – Oct. 15, Thursdays at 6:00 p.m. Train your eye before your camera in this hands-on 8-week photography course, where light, composition, and creative confidence come first. Tickets are $375.00. 2301 First Street, Fort Myers. 239-333-1933 or sbdac.com.

 

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