COASTE | COMMUNITY EVENTS
EDISON FESTIVAL OF LIGHT PARTY, GRAND PARADE & FIREWORKS Feb 22 The venerable festival is now in its 75th year! Beginning at noon at Centennial Park in downtown Fort Myers, the route winds through crowd-lined downtown streets. Live music begins at 7 PM, followed by a spectacular fireworks show. Event is free. www.edisonfestival.org. BURROWING OWL FESTIVAL Feb 28 This festival at Rotary Park, Cape Coral entertains, complete with educational programs, hands-on activities, guided nature walks, butterfly house and bus tours to the City’s famous active owl burrows. Event runs 10 AM-4 PM, and includes silent auction, ice cream and lunch options. $5 donation for adults; children under 16, free. Email rotaryparkinfo@capecoral.net. Feb 28 CLASSIC CAR SHOW & CRUISE-IN Feb 22 Classic vehicles line Fort Myers’ Edwards Drive for a packed day of nostalgia and admiration. Cruise in with your classic or come by to check ‘em out and meet the owners. Enjoy food, beverages, Crafts on the River event and the Vintage Market. www.edisonfestival.org. Feb 22 Feb 22
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ART WALK Mar 6 Join the monthly Art Walk in downtown Fort Myers from 6-10 PM to take in quality art exhibits, live artist demos, discussions, presentations and other cultural events. More than 45 Art Walk galleries, shops and restaurants participate with special events and promotions. www.fortmyersartwalk.com.
DOWNTOWN FORT MYERS BIKE NIGHT Mar 14 Rev it up at Bike Night, featuring live music on four different stages, motorcycle vendors, and refreshments from the eclectic mix of bars and restaurants in downtown. It’s one of the largest bike shows in Southwest Florida. Free admission. Event begins at 6 PM. www.downtownfortmyersbikenight.com. Mar 14
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SHRIMP FESTIVAL AND PARADE Mar 14-15 Celebrate the 57th Fort Myers Beach shrimp harvest on Saturday with a 10 AM parade and Shrimp Queen crowning. Craft vendors, boiled shrimp concession and food booths fill Lynn Hall Memorial Park with the smells of freshly prepared seafood. More than 20,000 people attend the free event each year, gobbling up more than 48,000 boiled shrimp prepared by the local Lions Club. www.fortmyersbeachshrimpfestival.com.
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