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🌴 Fort Myers New Year Week
Rooftop NYE, Parmalee, Pop-Ups & the Home Show
Fort Myers is stepping into the New Year with bright lights, big energy, and plenty of reasons to get out and celebrate.
🎆 From rooftop toasts and festive dinners to family-friendly outings and live music that keeps the weekend moving, this week is packed with local favorites. Pick your vibe, rally your people, and make the final days of 2025, and the first moments of 2026, feel unforgettable.
Remember to confirm details with event organizers before attending, as schedules may change.
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🍽️ Food & Dining
1-Year Anniversary Party
📅 Date: Tuesday, December 30, 2025
⏰ Time: 5:00 PM
📍 Location: 1755 Boy Scout Dr, Fort Myers, FL, US 33907
🍻 Details: Toast a one-year milestone with a lively crowd, celebratory energy, and plenty of reasons to hang around.
1-Year Anniversary Party
📅 Date: Tuesday, December 30, 2025
⏰ Time: 5:00 PM
📍 Location: 9375 Six Mile Cypress Pkwy, Fort Myers, FL, US 33966
🍻 Details: Another anniversary celebration option—great if you’re picking the closest spot for a casual evening out.
New Years Eve Party brought to you by Gaea Landscaping
📅 Date: Wednesday, December 31, 2025
⏰ Time: 4:00 PM
📍 Location: 2136 Bay St, Fort Myers, FL, United States, Florida 33901
🥂 Details: Kick off your NYE early with a festive downtown hangout that builds toward the midnight buzz.
New Year’s Eve at The Silver King
📅 Date: Wednesday, December 31, 2025
⏰ Time: 5:00 PM
📍 Location: The Silver King Ocean Brasserie
🍽️ Details: A classic dinner-and-toast kind of night—ideal if you want a more polished start to the celebration.
NEW YEARS EVE! RESOLUTION AT THE HIDEAWAY
📅 Date: Wednesday, December 31, 2025
⏰ Time: 8:00 PM
📍 Location: The Hideaway .Bar
🍸 Details: Late-night party energy for anyone who wants their countdown loud, social, and full of momentum.
New Years Eve Rooftop Bash at Sidney's 🪩🎉
📅 Date: Wednesday, December 31, 2025
⏰ Time: 9:00 PM
📍 Location: 2301 1st St, Fort Myers, FL, United States, Florida 33901
🌃 Details: Rooftop vibes, celebratory drinks, and a great pick for a “dress-up and dance” NYE.
Rascals NYE
📅 Date: Wednesday, December 31, 2025
⏰ Time: 9:00 PM
📍 Location: 3758 Cleveland Ave, Fort Myers, FL
🎉 Details: A straightforward NYE party plan—roll in with friends and keep the night moving.
Vegan Seafood Popup!
📅 Date: Sunday, January 4, 2026
⏰ Time: 12:00 PM
📍 Location: Millennial Brewing Co.
🦪 Details: Daytime pop-up for anyone craving something different—plant-based seafood in a relaxed brewery setting.
Books, Brews, and Book Clubs! 📚🍻
📅 Date: Sunday, January 4, 2026
⏰ Time: 2:00 PM
📍 Location: Swamp Cat Brewing Company
📖 Details: Swap recommendations, meet fellow readers, and pair the conversation with a pint.
Swamp Sunday w/Gator Nate
📅 Date: Sunday, January 4, 2026
⏰ Time: 2:00 PM
📍 Location: Swamp Cat Brewing Company
🍺 Details: A laid-back Sunday plan—grab a drink and settle in for an easy afternoon.
International Dinner - Caribbean Food
📅 Date: Sunday, January 4, 2026
⏰ Time: 5:00 PM
📍 Location: 4101 Dutchess Park Rd, Fort Myers, FL 33916, United States
🍛 Details: A flavorful way to close the week—community dinner vibes with Caribbean-inspired dishes.
👨👩👧👦 Family Activities
=SPEEDSTERS= + New Years Day Run
📅 Date: Thursday, January 1, 2026
⏰ Time: 6:45 AM
📍 Location: Publix Super Market at First Street Village
🏃 Details: Start 2026 in motion—an early group run that’s a fun reset after the late nights.
2026 Monthly Mystery Sticker Program: January
📅 Date: Thursday, January 1, 2026
⏰ Time: 12:00 PM
📍 Location: 2161 McGregor Boulevard, Fort Myers, FL, United States, Florida 33901
🎁 Details: A simple, family-friendly stop—kick off the month with a collectible surprise.
Fort Myers Home & Garden Show • Jan. 2026
📅 Date: Saturday, January 3, 2026
⏰ Time: 10:00 AM
📍 Location: Caloosa Sound Convention Center
🏡 Details: Browse vendors and inspiration for your next upgrade—great for weekend wandering.
Fort Myers Home & Garden Show • Jan. 2026
📅 Date: Sunday, January 4, 2026
⏰ Time: 10:00 AM
📍 Location: Caloosa Sound Convention Center
🛠️ Details: Another day to explore—perfect if you want a calmer Sunday visit.
🎶 Concerts & Live Music
NEW YEAR'S EVE WITH THE SMOKIN' ACES
📅 Date: Wednesday, December 31, 2025
⏰ Time: 7:30 PM
📍 Location: 2158 Colonial Blvd #1, Fort Myers, FL, United States, Florida 33907
🎸 Details: Live music + NYE energy—an easy choice if you want the night to feel like a show.
Big Will Chilly Chill, Turning 63 Birthday Party at Bay Street Yard. Feat The Collaboration Band!!
📅 Date: Friday, January 2, 2026
⏰ Time: 6:00 PM
📍 Location: Bay Street Yard
🥁 Details: Birthday bash meets live-band night—expect a crowd, a party atmosphere, and big “weekend kickoff” vibes.
Parmalee-Sam Galloway Ford Concert Series
📅 Date: Friday, January 2, 2026
⏰ Time: 7:00 PM
📍 Location: 2158 Colonial Blvd, Fort Myers, FL
🎤 Details: The week’s biggest concert pick—arrive ready for a packed night and a high-energy crowd.
Back Country Boys-Opening Band for Parmalee
📅 Date: Friday, January 2, 2026
⏰ Time: 7:00 PM
📍 Location: 2158 Colonial Blvd, Fort Myers, FL
🎶 Details: Get there early and catch the opener—great if you like the full “doors-to-encore” experience.
BIKE NIGHT WITH MATT MEYER AND BAD LATITUDE!
📅 Date: Saturday, January 3, 2026
⏰ Time: 5:00 PM
📍 Location: 2158 Colonial Blvd #1, Fort Myers, FL, United States, Florida 33907
🏍️ Details: Bikes, music, and a big social scene—solid pick for a lively Saturday evening.
STEREO RIOT at Live On Hendry 9pm
📅 Date: Saturday, January 3, 2026
⏰ Time: 9:00 PM
📍 Location: LIVE on Hendry
🎧 Details: Late-night live set downtown—ideal if you want to keep the weekend rolling after dinner.
🎆 Other Popular Picks
New Years Eve in Downtown Fort Myers
📅 Date: Wednesday, December 31, 2025
⏰ Time: 4:00 PM
📍 Location: 2236 First Street, Fort Myers, FL, United States, Florida 33901
✨ Details: A downtown-forward way to start the celebration—perfect for anyone who wants to be where the energy is early.
January Opening Reception: Meet Guest Artists Juli Bobman and Bryan McGee
📅 Date: Friday, January 2, 2026
⏰ Time: 5:30 PM
📍 Location: 10051 McGregor BLVD, STE 104, Fort Myers, FL
🖼️ Details: Kick off the month with an artsy evening—meet featured artists and enjoy reception-night vibes.
Sugar Bowl Watch Party: Ole Miss v. Georgia
📅 Date: Thursday, January 1, 2026
⏰ Time: 7:00 PM
📍 Location: Sandbar Grille Fort Myers
🏈 Details: Post-holiday couch time—without the couch. Grab a seat, order something good, and watch the game with fans.
FMAS January Meeting: Biotopes for your Home Aquarium
📅 Date: Saturday, January 3, 2026
⏰ Time: 6:00 PM
📍 Location: IMAG History & Science Center
🐠 Details: A niche-but-fun community meetup—perfect if you’re into aquariums or curious about building a better tank setup.
⚠️ 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 Beach Council Vice Mayor Jim Atterholt Announces Retirement
Atterholt says he’ll step away at year-end after several years on the Town Council, prompting Fort Myers Beach to plan for a replacement and transition.
🔗 Lee County Pauses Home Repair Assistance Applications Ahead of New Online System
Lee County’s Home Repair Assistance Program is temporarily stopping applications as it switches to a new all-electronic portal, ending paper submissions.
🔗 Coast Guard Suspends Search; FBI Leads Missing Fort Myers Boaters Investigation
After days of searching thousands of square miles, the Coast Guard suspended active searching for two missing boaters, and the FBI is now leading the missing-person investigation.
🔗 Driver Arrested After Allegedly Hitting 120+ MPH Over the Edison Bridge
Police say a driver was clocked at extreme speed in a posted 45 mph area, highlighting stepped-up enforcement under Florida’s “super speeder” law.
🔗 Mighty Mussels Owners Expand Role With Minnesota Twins Organization
The Fort Myers Mighty Mussels’ managing partners became limited partners in the Minnesota Twins ownership group, a move they say won’t change day-to-day operations locally.
🔗 Fort Myers Beach Earns Better Flood-Insurance Discount Rating
FEMA confirmed Fort Myers Beach improved its Community Rating System standing, which can translate into stronger flood-insurance premium discounts for eligible policyholders.
🔗 Governor Appoints Patricia “Trish” Petrosky to Lee County Commission District 5
A new commissioner was appointed to fill the District 5 vacancy, representing areas that include parts of North Fort Myers and Buckingham—an important shift for county growth and planning decisions.
🔗 Missing Fort Myers Teen Found Intoxicated on Sailboat; Man Faces Charges
Deputies say a missing teen was located on a sailboat behind Fort Myers Beach and a registered offender was arrested, raising renewed attention on waterfront safety and supervision.
🔗 Family Demands Accountability After Video of Jail Assault Surfaces
A family is calling for justice after a video showed a former deputy allegedly attacking an inmate, fueling broader questions about oversight inside local detention facilities.
🔗 Traffic Backs Up Near Times Square as Fort Myers Beach Light Remains Inactive
With a major intersection light still out, residents say congestion is worsening—and the town says added personnel may help manage flow during peak season.
🔗 Shooting Investigation in Lehigh Acres: Suspect Taken Into Custody
Deputies reported an overnight shooting investigation involving multiple scenes, with an arrest made as the case continues to develop.
🔗 12-Year-Old Accused in Back-to-Back Armed Robberies at Fort Myers Park
Authorities allege a child threatened other minors with a knife during two robberies at a local park, a case likely to keep community safety and juvenile justice in focus.
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