{"id":287742,"date":"2026-05-28T16:46:23","date_gmt":"2026-05-28T16:46:23","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-fl\/287742\/"},"modified":"2026-05-28T16:46:23","modified_gmt":"2026-05-28T16:46:23","slug":"best-things-to-do-this-june-in-fort-myers-cape-coral-bonita-springs","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-fl\/287742\/","title":{"rendered":"Best things to do this June in Fort Myers, Cape Coral, Bonita Springs"},"content":{"rendered":"

Country stars Vince Gill<\/a> and Billy Currington. A Pok\u00e9mon festival. Juneteenth events. A tattoo expo. The musical “The Wizard of Oz.” And so much more.<\/p>\n

There\u2019s a lot happening this June in Lee County. But don’t worry: We have you covered.<\/p>\n

Here are our picks for the 10 best things to do over the next month in Fort Myers, Cape Coral, Bonita Springs and elsewhere. Plus even more events happening throughout June.<\/p>\n

Do you have a great event that\u2019s not featured? Email the details to reporter Charles Runnells at crunnells@usatodayco.com<\/a>.<\/p>\n

We\u2019ll update this list as more cool events are announced.<\/p>\n

1. Broadway Palm\u2019s \u2018The Wizard of Oz\u2019\"Broadway<\/p>\n

Broadway Palm’s 2022 production of “The Wizard of Oz.” The popular show is back again from June 26-Aug. 8.<\/p>\n

Follow the yellow brick road as America\u2019s most beloved movie comes to life on stage with Dorothy, the Scarecrow, the Tin Man, the Cowardly Lion, Toto and more.\u00a0June 26-Aug. 8. $33-$88. Broadway Palm dinner theater, 1380 Colonial Blvd., Fort Myers. 278-4422 or\u00a0broadwaypalm.com<\/a><\/p>\n

2. Billy Currington at Hertz Arena<\/p>\n

The Georgia-born country singer is known for his laid-back vibes and big country hits, including \u201cGood Directions,\u201d \u201cPeople Are Crazy,\u201d \u201cPretty Good At Drinkin\u2019 Beer\u201d and \u201cMust Be Doin\u2019 Somethin\u2019 Right.\u201d The concert features opening acts Kelsey Hart and Kenny Whitmore. 8 p.m. Friday, June 19. $44-$206. Hertz Arena, 11000 Everblades Parkway, Estero.\u00a0 Parking on site is $30, or free next door at Miromar Outlets. 948-7825 or hertzarena.com<\/a><\/p>\n

3. Florida Gulf Coast Tattoo Expo in downtown Fort Myers\"An<\/p>\n

An attendee gets tattooed by an artist at the 2023 Florida Gulf Coast Tattoo Expo.<\/p>\n

The annual event returns with more than 200 tattoo artists tattooing on site, plus vendors, tattoo contests, live music and entertainment, food and more. Friday through Sunday, June 26-28. $25-$30 (or $50 for a weekend pass). Caloosa Sound Convention Center at Luminary Hotel & Co., 1375 Monroe\u00a0St., downtown Fort Myers.\u00a0floridagctattooexpo.com<\/a><\/p>\n

4. Juneteenth Celebration\"The<\/p>\n

The annual Juneteenth Community Festival in Fort Myers took place at the Stars Complex on Saturday, June 21, 2025. The celebration, presented by the Lee County Black History Society, included vendors, live entertainment, food trucks, a Kids\u2019 Zone, a deejay, fireworks and more.<\/p>\n

Celebrate the Juneteenth holiday with vendors, live entertainment, food trucks, games, carnival rides and a deejay. 4-9 p.m. Saturday, June 20. Free. Presented by the Lee County Black History Society. The STARS Complex, 2980 Edison Ave., Fort Myers. 332-8778 or\u00a0\u00a0leecountyblackhistorysociety.org<\/a><\/p>\n

5. PokeKon Fest<\/p>\n

Celebrate all things Pok\u00e9mon with vendors, artists, trivia, a cosplay contest, anime voice actor Lindsay Sheppard (S-Snake in \u201cOne Piece,\u201d Claire Fran\u00e7ois in \u201cI’m in Love with the Villainess\u201d) and more. 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Sunday, June 28. $20 admission (free for ages 10 and younger). DoubleTree by Hilton in Bell Tower Shops, 13051 Bell Tower Drive, south Fort Myers. pokekon.com\/FortMyers<\/a><\/p>\n

6. HobbyxChange sports cards, Pok\u00e9mon and pop-culture collectibles show\"HobbyxChange<\/p>\n

HobbyxChange co-founder Eddie Royale shows off some Pok\u00e9mon collectibles.<\/p>\n

This new, community-focused event lets you buy, sell and trade new and rare sports cards, trading cards, anime, Pok\u00e9mon, pop-culture and sports collectibles and more. Plus there will be giveaways, vendors, a deejay, live music, family-friendly activities and appearances by actors Hector David Jr. and Najee De-Tiege (who played the Green Samurai Ranger and Blue Samurai Ranger, respectively, on the TV series \u201cPower Rangers Samurai\u201d). 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Saturday, June 13. Admission is $5-$10 ($15-$20 for \u201cearlybird\u201d VIP admission at 9 a.m. with first access to vendors and deals). Fort Myers Skatium, 2250 Broadway, Fort Myers. TheHobbyXChange.com<\/a><\/p>\n

7. Theatre Conspiracy\u2019s ‘Almost, Maine’<\/p>\n

Theatre Conspiracy had planned to pack up and move to North Carolina this year. Instead, the long-running theater company decided to stay longer with shows planned over the summer and beyond<\/a>. First up: \u201cAlmost, Maine.\u201d In John Cariani\u2019s romantic comedy, the residents of a tiny fictional town are falling in and out of love in charming, unexpected and hilarious ways. June 12-28. $36 (or buy one, get one free for $18 each). Discount preview on June 11 is $15. Off Broadway Palm at the Broadway Palm dinner theater, 1380 Colonial Blvd., Fort Myers. theatreconspiracyfl.com<\/a><\/p>\n

8. Josh Rouse at Arts Bonita\"Singer-songwriter<\/p>\n

Singer-songwriter Josh Rouse<\/p>\n

The critically acclaimed singer-songwriter is known for his melodic, introspective soft rock and folk-pop songs. Fan favorites include \u201cCome Back,\u201d \u201cLove Vibration,\u201d \u201c1972\u201d and \u201cWinter in the Hamptons.\u201d 7:30 p.m. Friday, June 5. $38-$48. Arts Bonita Performing Arts Center, 10150 Bonita Beach Road, Bonita Springs. 495-8989 or artsbonita.org<\/a><\/p>\n

9. Florida Rep\u2019s ‘The Queen of Bingo’\"Shane<\/p>\n

Shane Partlow and Rowan Joseph star in Florida Rep\u2019s ‘The Queen of Bingo’<\/p>\n

This zany, interactive comedy takes on bingo, family, widowhood, hot flashes and more. Two sisters \u201con the other side of 50\u201d want to add some excitement in their lives, so they turn to bingo. During intermission, audiences can stay in their seats for a round of bingo that may include a different notable Southwest Florida bingo callers each night. Now through June 14. Tickets start at $67. ArtStage Studio Theatre\u00a0at Florida Repertory Theatre, 2268 Bay St., downtown\u00a0Fort Myers. 332-4488 or\u00a0floridarep.org<\/a><\/p>\n

10. Australian blues-rocker Taj Farrant at Arts Bonita\"Blues-rock<\/p>\n

Blues-rock guitarist Taj Farrant<\/p>\n

The young blues-rock guitarist debuted at No. 1 on the iTunes Blues Chart with his acclaimed 2024 album \u201cChapter One.\u201d His musical influences range from AC\/DC to Gary Moore. 7:30 p.m. Friday, June 12. $40-$50. Arts Bonita Performing Arts Center, 10150 Bonita Beach Road, Bonita Springs. 495-8989 or artsbonita.org<\/a><\/p>\n

MORE THINGS TO DO IN JUNE: Billy Currington, Vince Gill, ‘Love Letters’ and more<\/p>\n

Not enough? There are many more things happening in June, including these concerts and shows:<\/p>\n

\u201cThe Sounds of 1967,\u201d new music revue packed with hits from 1967, including Motown, folk and psychedelic rock: Now through June 20 at Broadway Palm dinner theater, 1380 Colonial Blvd., Fort Myers. $33-$88. 278-4422 or broadwaypalm.com<\/a><\/p>\n

Fort Myers Art Walk, monthly event featuring new art exhibits at downtown Fort Myers galleries, receptions and art vendors outside on First Street. 5-9 p.m. Friday, June 5, in downtown Fort Myers. Free. facebook.com\/fortmyersartwalk<\/a><\/p>\n

‘Love Letters,\u2019 A.R. Gurney’s popular romance told through five decades of notes, letters and cards between a man and a woman whose relationship goes through many changes: June 11-14 at Players Circle Theater, 13211 McGregor Blvd., Fort Myers. $35-$50. 800-3292 or\u00a0playerscircletheater.com<\/a><\/p>\n

California reggae-rock group Fortunate Youth: Show starts at about 9 p.m. Friday, June 12, at The Ranch Concert Hall & Saloon, 2158 Colonial Blvd., Fort Myers. $42. 985-9839 or theranchfortmyers.com<\/a><\/p>\n

Hard rockers LA Guns with Phil Lewis and Tracii Guns: 9 p.m. Sunday, June 14, at Mango Rita\u2019s Rhythm House, 16440 S. Tamiami Trail, Unit 11, South Fort Myers. $41-$71 ($98-$237 for VIP). tinyurl.com\/3s8cmhnj<\/a><\/p>\n

\"Vince<\/p>\n

Vince Gill<\/p>\n

Fort Myers Music Walk, monthly event with musicians and bands in the streets and inside the bars and venues: 6-10 p.m. Friday, June 19, in downtown Fort Myers. Free. facebook.com\/RiverDistrictAlliance<\/a><\/p>\n

\u201cIn Living Color: A Juneteenth Art Experience,\u201d a pop-art Juneteenth exhibit featuring work from colorful mixed-media artist Rich Bravo and other artists, live music, a deejay, food and vendors: 6-9 p.m. Friday, June 19, at Historic McCullom Hall, 2701 Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Blvd., Fort Myers. Free. btgart.org<\/a><\/p>\n

Country star Vince Gill: 7:30 p.m. Thursday, June 25, at Barbara B. Mann Performing Arts Hall at FSW, 13350 FSW Parkway, south Fort Myers. $70-$400 (very limited seating remains). 481-4849 or bbmannpah.com<\/a><\/p>\n

Gulf Coast Jazz Collective performs the music of Fats Waller: 7 p.m. Thursday, June 25, at the Music & Arts Community Center (The MACC), 13411 Shire Lane, Fort Myers. $60-$69. 277-1700 or gulfcoastsymphony.org<\/a><\/p>\n

‘Say Goodnight, Gracie,\u2019 a one-man play telling the true story of comedy legend George Burns, his rise to stardom and his romantic and professional partnership with his wife and comedy partner, Gracie Allen: June 25-July 5 at Players Circle Theater, 13211 McGregor Blvd., Fort Myers. $35-$55. 800-3292 or\u00a0playerscircletheater.com<\/a><\/p>\n

Country singer Ryan Montgomery: 9 p.m. Friday, June 26, at The Ranch Concert Hall & Saloon, 2158 Colonial Blvd., Fort Myers. $33. 985-9839 or theranchfortmyers.com<\/a><\/p>\n

Mac & Cheese Showdown, eight chefs and food trucks compete and serve up the creamiest, yummiest macaroni-and-cheese creations, plus music, beer and more: Noon to 10 p.m. Saturday, June 27, at Millennial Brewing Company, 1811 Royal Palm Ave., downtown Fort Myers. Free. 271-2255 or facebook.com\/MillennialBrewing<\/a><\/p>\n

Charles Runnells covers arts and entertainment for The News-Press and the Naples Daily News. To reach him, call 239-335-0368 or email crunnells@usatodayco.com. Follow or message him on Facebook(@charles.runnells.7), Instagram (@crunnells1) and X (@CharlesRunnells).<\/p>\n

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