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🌴 Major Events & Celebrations in Fort Myers
Your Weekly Guide to Southwest Florida’s Best for July 28 – August 3
Dive into dining, family fun, live music, and community happenings.
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🍽️ Food & Dining
📅 Date: Monday, July 28, 2025
⏰ Time: 11:00 AM
📍 Location: 2278 First St, Fort Myers, FL
🍽️ Participating downtown eateries are offering complimentary children’s meals—perfect for a budget-friendly family outing!
📅 Dates: Saturday, August 2 & Sunday, August 3, 2025
⏰ Time: 9:00 AM (subtract 1 hour from original 10:00 AM)
📍 Location: 2278 First St, Fort Myers, FL
🥞 Classic brunch favorites plus bottomless mimosas in a cozy, rustic setting.
📅 Date: Sunday, August 3, 2025
⏰ Time: 11:00 AM
📍 Location: Tap 42 Fort Myers
🥂 Endless brunch plates and signature cocktails—reservations recommended!
📅 Date: Sunday, August 3, 2025
⏰ Time: 4:00 PM
📍 Location: 2224 Bay St Rooftop, Fort Myers, FL
🍣 Fresh sushi rolls paired with bubbly—soak up skyline views while you dine.
👨👩👧👦 Family Activities
📅 Dates: Monday, July 28 – Thursday, July 31, 2025
⏰ Time: 9:00 AM (adjusted from 10:00 AM)
📍 4141 Deleon St, Fort Myers, FL
🎨 Arts, sports, and STEAM projects keep kids engaged all week.
📅 Date: Saturday, August 2, 2025
⏰ Time: 9:00 AM (subtract 1 hour from original 10:00 AM)
📍 2115 Second St, Fort Myers, FL
🌍 Explore global cultures through crafts, cuisine, and music—great for ages 5+.
📅 Date: Saturday, August 2, 2025
⏰ Time: 3:00 PM (subtract 1 hour from original 4:00 PM)
📍 2856 Douglas Ave, Fort Myers, FL
🎪 Games, live performances, vendor booths, and food trucks for the whole family.
📅 Date: Sunday, August 3, 2025
⏰ Time: 6:30 AM (subtract 1 hour from original 7:30 AM)
📍 Alico Arena
🚗 Car show fund-raiser featuring classic and exotic vehicles.
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🎵 Concerts & Entertainment
📅 Date: Saturday, August 2, 2025
⏰ Time: 7:00 PM
📍 2158 Colonial Blvd #1, Fort Myers, FL
🎸 Energetic rock hits—bring earplugs and dancing shoes.
📅 Date: Friday, August 1, 2025
⏰ Time: 7:00 PM
📍 2158 Colonial Blvd #1, Fort Myers, FL
🎵 High-octane rock covers in a casual brewpub setting.
📅 Date: Sunday, August 3, 2025
⏰ Time: 6:00 PM (subtract 1 hour from orig. 7:00 PM)
📍 2158 Colonial Blvd, Fort Myers, FL
🎤 Country star on solo tour—tickets still available online.
📅 Date: Friday, August 1, 2025
⏰ Time: 7:05 PM
📍 Hammond Stadium
🎆 Minor league baseball followed by a dazzling fireworks show.
🎭 Special Events & Celebrations
📅 Date: Wednesday, July 30, 2025
⏰ Time: 11:00 AM
📍 Edison & Ford Winter Estates
🎂 Historic commemoration with guided tours and vintage car displays.
📅 Date: Tuesday, July 29, 2025
⏰ Time: 4:00 PM
📍 4701 Summerlin Rd, Fort Myers, FL
📚 Donate uniforms and supplies to benefit local students.
📅 Date: Friday, August 1, 2025
⏰ Time: 3:00 PM
📍 5216 Summerlin Commons Blvd, Fort Myers, FL
🎉 Ribbon-cutting and giveaways at this new neighborhood spot.
📅 Date: Thursday, July 31, 2025
⏰ Time: 5:00 PM (subtract 1 hour from original 6:00 PM)
📍 1755 Boy Scout Dr, Fort Myers, FL
❄️ Tinsel, cocktails, and festive tunes to beat the heat.
⚠️ Please verify event details with hosts, as times and availability may change.
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News Highlights, Fort Myers, FL
🔗 FEMA Flags Fort Myers Beach on Flood‑Insurance Issues
FEMA’s new compliance letter lists items the town must fix and asks for an Aug. 8 response, warning that residents could lose their 25 % flood‑insurance discount if problems persist.
🔗 Lane Closures Coming: Lee County Roadwatch (July 24 – 30)
Expect overnight paving on Corkscrew Road, new signals on Alico Road, and assorted resurfacing projects that may slow traffic through mid‑week.
🔗 Police Respond Twice in a Week on Capulet Lane
A shooting and a separate robbery near a playground have Renaissance Preserve neighbors calling for more patrols and safer streets.
🔗 Arts Town Hall Urges Lee County to Boost Funding
Leaders said 16 000 local arts jobs are at risk after state cuts and pressed city officials to treat culture as an economic engine.
🔗 Fort Myers Murder Suspect Ruled Incompetent for Trial
A judge sent Yanko Romero to a state hospital after doctors found he could not understand proceedings in last year’s random killing case.
🔗 Contractor Mishap Spills 3 600 Gallons of Sewage
Crews are monitoring water quality after a force‑main strike at Colonial Boulevard and Summerlin sent wastewater into a nearby lake.
🔗 ‘Nuisance’ House With 130 Police Calls Sparks Rehab Debate
Neighbors question whether a troubled property should get taxpayer‑funded renovations under the city’s housing‑rehab program.
🔗 3D‑Printed Homes Pitched as Faster, Storm‑Ready Housing
Miniopolis Construction says concrete‑printing could deliver hurricane‑resistant houses in weeks and ease the region’s housing crunch.
🔗 Beach Neighbors Push Back on FEMA Trailer Violation List
Owners of 252 flagged properties argue FEMA’s removal demand ignores ongoing Hurricane Ian recovery and could hurt business.
🔗 Trailer Permits End Sept 23 on Fort Myers Beach
Town officials say temporary‑use permits won’t be renewed again; trailers used as homes or shops must leave or face fines after that date.
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