🌴 Fort Myers' Hottest Happenings: May 5-11

Your Weekly Arts & Music Schedule

May 05, 2025

Looking for something exciting to do in Fort Myers this week?
We've curated the most popular events happening around town from May 5-11.
From delicious dining experiences to family-friendly activities and live entertainment, there's something for everyone to enjoy!

Remember to confirm details with event organizers before attending, as schedules may change.

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🍽️ Food & Dining

📅 Date: Sunday, May 11, 2025
⏰ Time: 8:00 AM
📍 Location: 2236 First Street, Fort Myers, FL 33901
🍳 Details: Treat mom to a special Mother's Day brunch experience in downtown Fort Myers.

📅 Date: Sunday, May 11, 2025
⏰ Time: 12:00 PM
📍 Location: 1811 Royal Palm Ave, Fort Myers, FL 33901
🥂 Details: Celebrate Mother's Day with a festive mimosa bar at this popular downtown brewery.

📅 Date: Sunday, May 11, 2025
⏰ Time: 12:00 PM
📍 Location: 1811 Royal Palm Ave, Fort Myers, FL 33901
🍖 Details: Enjoy delicious barbecue and a relaxed atmosphere at this weekly Sunday event.

📅 Date: Monday, May 5, 2025
⏰ Time: 2:30 PM
📍 Location: 2161 McGregor Boulevard, Fort Myers, FL 33901
🌮 Details: Celebrate Cinco de Mayo with Mexican food, drinks, and festive entertainment.

👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Family Activities

📅 Date: Saturday, May 10, 2025
⏰ Time: 10:00 AM
📍 Location: 3450 Ortiz Ave, Fort Myers, FL 33905
🎨 Details: Browse handmade arts and crafts while enjoying the beautiful natural surroundings of the Calusa Nature Center.

📅 Date: Saturday, May 10, 2025
⏰ Time: 8:00 AM
📍 Location: Margaritaville Beach Resort Fort Myers Beach
🏃‍♀️ Details: Get active with this pre-Mother's Day 5K run at the beautiful Margaritaville Beach Resort.

📅 Date: Sunday, May 11, 2025
⏰ Time: 12:05 PM
📍 Location: Hammond Stadium
⚾ Details: Enjoy family fun with a special Kid's Day event, Mother's Day brunch, and exciting baseball action.

📅 Date: Sunday, May 11, 2025
⏰ Time: 9:00 AM
📍 Location: 4701 Summerlin Rd, Fort Myers, FL
🌸 Details: Celebrate Mother's Day with a special service honoring moms in the community.

🎵 Concerts & Live Music

📅 Date: Thursday, May 8 - Saturday, May 10, 2025
⏰ Time: Various times
📍 Location: Snappers Comedy Club
🎭 Details: Enjoy "Magic for Adults" performances at Fort Myers' premier comedy venue.

📅 Date: Thursday, May 8, 2025
⏰ Time: 7:00 PM
📍 Location: 2158 Colonial Blvd, Fort Myers, FL
🎸 Details: Don't miss country music legends Diamond Rio performing live as part of the Sam Galloway Ford Concert Series.

📅 Date: Friday, May 9, 2025
⏰ Time: 6:00 PM
📍 Location: Buddha LIVE
🎸 Details: Rock out with legendary hard rock band L.A. GUNS featuring original members Tracii Guns and Phil Lewis.

📅 Date: Sunday, May 11, 2025
⏰ Time: 6:00 PM
📍 Location: 2101 Edwards Drive, Fort Myers, FL 33901
🎵 Details: Experience the timeless country sounds of Shenandoah on their Extra Mile Tour.

🎭 Special Events

📅 Date: Saturday, May 10, 2025
⏰ Time: 6:00 PM
📍 Location: The Standard- Downtown Fort Myers
🏍️ Details: Join motorcycle enthusiasts for a night of bikes, music, and community at downtown Fort Myers' popular bike night.

📅 Date: Friday, May 9, 2025
⏰ Time: 7:05 PM
📍 Location: Hammond Stadium
🎆 Details: Enjoy exciting baseball action followed by a spectacular fireworks display.

📅 Date: Saturday, May 10, 2025
⏰ Time: 6:05 PM
📍 Location: Hammond Stadium
🍺 Details: A triple-feature event with beer tasting, dog-friendly activities, and a Michael Jackson tribute concert after the game.

📅 Date: Friday, May 9, 2025
⏰ Time: 6:00 PM
📍 Location: 10091 McGregor Blvd, Fort Myers, FL 33919
🎤 Details: An evening of honest storytelling where entrepreneurs share their biggest business failures and lessons learned.

🎨 Arts & Culture

📅 Date: Monday, May 5, 2025
⏰ Time: 9:00 AM
📍 Location: 2010 Arcadia St, Fort Myers, FL 33916
🐕 Details: Explore creative dog mannequin art pieces and participate in a virtual auction supporting local causes.

📅 Date: Wednesday, May 7, 2025
⏰ Time: 8:00 PM
📍 Location: Barbara B. Mann Performing Arts Hall at FSW
🎵 Details: Experience the magic of Dolly Parton and Kenny Rogers through this heartfelt tribute performance.

📅 Date: Saturday, May 10, 2025
⏰ Time: 7:00 PM
📍 Location: Barbara B. Mann Performing Arts Hall at FSW
🎭 Details: Laugh along with comedians from the popular Kill Tony podcast in this live performance.

⚠️ Please verify all event details with the respective organizers before attending, as schedules and venues may change.

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News Highlights, Fort Myers, FL

🔗 Fort Myers Police search for hit-and-run suspect
Officers are investigating a hit-and-run crash in which one person was hospitalized with non-life-threatening injuries and the suspect fled the scene on foot; no arrests have been made yet.

🔗 Two hospitalized after crash in Fort Myers, LCSO says
A multi-vehicle collision early May 2 prompted Lee County Sheriff’s Office response, and two drivers were taken to the hospital with minor injuries; Evans Avenue has since reopened.

🔗 Natural gas leak prompted evacuation of day care, other businesses in Fort Myers Thursday
A third-party drilling crew struck a TECO gas line on Winkler Avenue, forcing the evacuation of 70 students at Odyssey Daycare and a nearby law firm while crews secured the leak.

🔗 Nearly three years after Ian, storm survivors push for access to unspent federal funds
Grassroots advocates are urging Lee County leaders to reallocate over $143 million in Community Development Block Grant funds still unspent since Hurricane Ian to aid ongoing recovery efforts.

🔗 Fort Myers residents question lack of arrests in road rage shooting
Neighbors along McGregor Boulevard and College Parkway expressed frustration after a Wednesday night road rage incident in which shots were fired, and no suspects have been apprehended.

🔗 Beloved Matlacha artist Leoma Lovegrove honored at Fort Myers art walk Friday night
The city dedicated its monthly Art Walk to Matlacha painter Leoma Lovegrove, who passed away in April, drawing dozens to her Deans St. gallery to celebrate her community contributions.

🔗 Lee County’s new school start times may impact local businesses
Under the Safe Start initiative, elementary dismissal will shift from 2 p.m. to 3:10 p.m. next school year, potentially affecting morning drop-off routines and after-school services.

🔗 Low rain chances, high fire danger to kick off the month of May
A cold front over the weekend will bring only a 30–40 percent chance of spotty showers, while daytime highs in the upper 80s and lower 90s maintain elevated fire risk across Fort Myers.

🔗 Arches Cinco de Mayo fundraising event supports restoring old Fort Myers Beach arches
The Arches Cinco de Mayo fundraiser on May 3 at Erickson & Jensen Marine Supplies aims to finance the reconstruction of the historic Fort Myers Beach entrance arches.

🔗 FHP: Woman crashed her car, died trying to get away from Fort Myers Police
Florida Highway Patrol reports a 39-year-old woman fleeing a traffic stop lost control and died after crashing into a concrete wall on Central Ave., near Union St.; the involved officer was unharmed.

🔗 Teen driver in deadly Fort Myers crash was going at least 85 mph in a 45: report
State troopers say Issac Sales, 18, sped through a red light at 85–87 mph before colliding with an SUV on Gladiolus Dr., killing his 17-year-old passenger and leading to vehicular homicide charges.