While Southwest Florida is renowned as a sunny winter escape, the holiday season brings a touch of magic with sparkling festivities. Here’s your guide to enjoying the holiday cheer!
Edison and Ford Winter Estates: Holiday Nights
Fort Myers
️ Through Jan. 5, 2025
Experience a dazzling wonderland at the Edison and Ford Winter Estates. Stroll along the Children’s Holiday Tree Trail, decorated with handmade ornaments, and enjoy nightly guided tours. Don’t miss select evenings featuring carolers and a special visit from Santa.
Holiday House Christmas Stroll
Downtown Fort Myers
️ Through Dec. 31
Since 1956, the Fort Myers Woman’s Community Club has been transforming historic homes into holiday showcases. This year’s Christmas Stroll along First Street features festive store window displays centered around the theme, “Christmas Stories Through the Eyes of a Child.”
Bonita Springs Holiday Stroll
Downtown Bonita Springs
️ Throughout December
Enjoy the sparkle of Riverside Park as it comes alive each evening from dusk to 9 p.m. Stroll through the colorful lights, snap holiday-themed selfies, and soak in the festive atmosphere.
Holiday Lights at Calusa Nature Center & Planetarium
Fort Myers
️ Select dates through Dec. 29
Take a magical walk along a glowing trail through the Calusa Nature Center. Afterwards, relax by a crackling fire, roast marshmallows, and enjoy a cup of hot chocolate.
Holiday Boat-A-Long
Cape Coral
️ Dec. 21
Catch the festive Holiday Boat-A-Long Parade as it lights up Bimini Basin. Following the parade, enjoy a free outdoor screening of “Polar Express,” live entertainment, food trucks, crafts, and a visit from Santa.
Ring in the New Year
️ Dec. 31
Celebrate the start of 2025 with family-friendly events in Cape Coral, the Downtown Fort Myers Historic River District, and Fort Myers Beach.
Get ready to embrace the holidays with sunshine, sparkle, and unforgettable memories in Southwest Florida!
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