Upcoming Events in Southwest Florida


There is a possibility of last minute changes or cancelations of events. Please contact the hosting organization or location for the most accurate information.

Join this fun, guided adventure to meet and feed Sulcata tortoises and Rainbow lorikeets and learn more about their amazing species. Encounters last approximately 30 minutes. Animal Encounters are in addition to park admission. Admission can be paid separately online or in the Welcome Center. Every day in April except [...]   Read More


Free Naturalist guided nature walk - boardwalk, Bay, and beach December - April. Learn the importance of mangrove trees, some Florida history, and meet fascinating creatures and plants that share this unique habitat. The Walk is approximately 2 hours. Bring a hat, water, and wear sunscreen. Reservations are required. Starting [...]   Read More


Yoga on the beach Monday, Tuesday, and Wednesday from 5:30 – 6:30pm, Thursday, Friday, Saturday, and Sunday from 8:30 – 9:30am. Just south of the Apollo condominium and Sunset Grille Beach Bar. Park in the public lot on Swallow Avenue. Registration is not required. Bring water, yoga mat or towel. [...]   Read More


Suncoast Remake Learning Days is an exciting, 15-day free, regional learning festival in Charlotte, DeSoto, Manatee, and Sarasota counties. This multi-venue open house will celebrate the joy of adults and children learning side by side. All events are free and designed to be hands-on, relevant, and engaging educational experiences for [...]   Read More


Experience the sights and sounds of the awakening swamp with a naturalist guiding guests on the boardwalk. Learn tips on identification, about the birds’ habits, and the importance of the native upland and freshwater wetland plants and habitats that occur at Corkscrew Swamp Sanctuary in Naples, Florida. Cost $30 per [...]   Read More


Beach Yoga w/ Cristina, Vinyasa Flow Tuesday and Saturday November 2023 – April 2024. Modifications offered for all levels. Call or text 239-250-0288 to sign up. Bring a yoga mat or beach towel, or sheet, sunscreen, and water. Admission is $15 per 1 hour class. Class held at beach access [...]   Read More


Tour the outdoor museum and amphitheater featuring 5 large public works of art by nationally known artists and a granite map showing the global outreach of the US military. Documentary photography tells stories with the themes of service, patriotism, and freedom. Tours are offered each week (except holidays) on Tuesdays at [...]   Read More


This small group guided walking tour introduces you to interesting botanical specimens while providing a historic overview of the development of the estate. The Ringling has over 2,350 trees representing native, exotic, historical, and culturally significant trees. The tour is 90 minutes long and takes place entirely outdoors. Participants are [...]   Read More


Free trolley tours are offered every Tuesday January 16 – April 24, 2024 and depart every hour from the Ave Maria New Home and Welcome Center beginning at 11 a.m., and the last one departing at 2 p.m. Explore the community, see our award-winning amenities, experience the town lifestyle and [...]   Read More


Join this fun, guided adventure to meet and feed Sulcata tortoises and Rainbow lorikeets and learn more about their amazing species. Encounters last approximately 30 minutes. Animal Encounters are in addition to park admission. Admission can be paid separately online or in the Welcome Center. Every day in April except [...]   Read More