Published: November 5, 2026
Last reviewed: November 5, 2026

Looking for things to do in Southwest Florida this weekend? From the Florida International Air Show and Taste of Mercato to island races, theater, car shows and waterfront entertainment, there are events happening from Marco Island to Port Charlotte from Friday, November 6 through Sunday…

November brings some of Southwest Florida’s biggest annual events, from the Florida International Air Show and American Sand Sculpting Championship to Veterans Day observances, Thanksgiving races and the start of the holiday season.

Halloween weekend is packed with things to do across Southwest Florida. Families can follow trick-or-treat trails in Naples, Bonita Springs, Cape Coral and Punta Gorda, while adults can choose from costume parties, a dinner train, a sunset cruise and late-night celebrations.

Looking for dog-friendly restaurants in Southwest Florida? Start with outdoor dining options such as Lee Be Fish on Marco Island, The Fish House in Bonita Springs, Nervous Nellie’s in Fort Myers Beach, Slipaway Food Truck Park & Marina in Cape Coral, and Village Brewhouse in Punta Gorda.

Southwest Florida’s beaches may get the spotlight, but its trails reveal another side of life along the Gulf Coast. Walk beneath towering cypress trees, follow a river through a shaded hammock, or watch shorebirds feed beside a coastal lagoon.

Halloween arrives early across Southwest Florida this weekend, with family festivals, haunted walks, costume events and trick-or-treating from Marco Island to Punta Gorda. There is plenty beyond the spooky season, too—including live theater in Naples, a mangrove adoption day on Sanibel, a fishing tournament on Fort Myers Beach and a waterfront…

Looking for places to trick-or-treat in Southwest Florida? Our neighborhood picks include Olde Naples, Park Shore, Naples Park, Edison Park, Whiskey Creek, southeast Cape Coral, and residential areas on Marco Island and Sanibel. This guide organizes suggestions by city so you can plan a Halloween outing close to home.

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Fall fun is picking up across Southwest Florida this weekend. From Halloween events and pumpkin festivals to art, theater, charity races and waterfront activities, there is plenty happening from Marco [...]

Naples, Florida is a premier Gulf Coast community known for its pristine beaches, upscale shopping, world-class dining, and luxury real estate. With beautiful waterfront homes, golf course communities, and vibrant cultural attractions, Naples offers an unmatched lifestyle of elegance and relaxation.