The start of 2025 brings an exciting schedule of events to the Paradise Coast, including both new events and returning favorites. Enjoy live music, including an outdoor concert in the garden, lace up your running shoes for a January 5K, delve deep into your hobbies at Collectorfest, or attend one of the biggest annual art events on the Paradise Coast. Our real estate agents have more details on all of that and more in our guide to January events on the Paradise Coast.
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Ft. Myers Collectorfest – 1375 Monroe St., Fort Myers, FL 33901
If you or your kids love collecting classic toys, Ft. Myers Collectorfest is sure to have something for you. This one-day event covers toys, games, comics, and much more, with vendors from across Florida offering rare finds. After a brief relocation, Collectorfest returns to Fort Myers this year. You can look forward to the event on January 9, 2025, from 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM. -
Music in the Garden – 4820 Bayshore Dr., Naples, FL 34112
There are many beautiful places to visit near Naples luxury homes for sale, and the Naples Botanical Garden certainly ranks high on that list. On select Saturdays from October – May, including on January 11, 2025, you can visit Naples Botanical Garden for Music in the Garden. Concerts typically start at 2:00 PM, and last for around 2 hours. These live concerts, which take place on the stage overlooking the Water Garden, are free for members and included with the price of admission for non-members. -
Chicago Symphony Orchestra at Artis—Naples – 5833 Pelican Bay Blvd., Naples, FL 34108
The Chicago Symphony Orchestra will be visiting Naples for 2 very special performances on January 14-15, 2025, at Artis—Naples, under the direction of Music Director Emeritus for Life Riccardo Muti. If you love symphony orchestras, it's well worth purchasing tickets for both performances. Each evening has an entirely different program, covering 8 classic and contemporary works spread over two distinct performances. -
Humane Society Naples Run for the Paws 5K – 3940 City Gate Blvd. N., Naples, FL 34117
Lace-up your running shoes and head for the Paradise Coast Sports Complex on January 25, 2025, for the Humane Society Naples Run for the Paws 5K. This is a great run for beginners, with a flat, easy course and a fun, inviting atmosphere. Part of that amazing atmosphere comes from the fact that this is a dog-friendly event, and many participants bring their pups along for the run. -
Bonita Springs National Art Festival – 10450 Reynolds St., Bonita Springs, FL 34135
This is a special year for the Bonita Springs National Art Festival because it marks the 25th anniversary of the very first event in the series. Celebrate the big anniversary with one art show per month at Riverside Park this winter, including the first show on January 11-12, 2025. Attend the juried art shows, see work from more than 200 incredibly talented artists from around the world, chat with the artists, and pick out a piece that will look perfect on the walls of your Paradise Coast home. -
A Toast to Opera: Don Pasquale – 2408 Linwood Ave., Naples, FL 34112
On January 17 & 19, 2025, Opera Naples will be bringing the comedic classic Don Pasquale to the stage at Artis—Naples. On January 8, 2025, you can attend a special pre-show event with A Toast to Opera: Don Pasquale, where Florida Gulf Coast University Professor of Musicology Dr. Tom Cimarusti will discuss the opera's composer, context, story, characters, and more. Tickets for both events are available now.
New year, new home? If you have plans for real estate on the Paradise Coast in 2025, our local team is here to help you accomplish those goals. Contact us to buy and sell homes in your favorite Paradise Coast communities.
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