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Upcoming Events in Southwest Florida

March Events

There’s always something fun going on in Southwest Florida, and during March there are plenty of seafood festivals and art shows to go to with your friends and family. See what events are happening in your rental area.

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Boston Red Sox vs. Minnesota Twins

March 4, 2010
City of Palms Park
Fort Myers, Florida
239-334-4700
Admission: $10-$46

At 7:05 pm the spring training season kicks off between the Boston Red Sox and the Minnesota Twins. Which baseball team do you want to win?

More details about the Boston Red Sox vs.Minnesota Twins Game


73rd Annual Sanibel Shell Fair

March 4–6, 2010
Sanibel Island, Florida
239-472-2155
Admission: FREE (outdoor fair), $3 donation (indoor show)

Purchase shell crafts and shells at Sanibel’s annual shell fair, where there will be plenty of food, drinks and free parking.

More details about the 73rd Annual Sanibel Shell Fair


Swamp Buggy Races Spring Championship

March 7, 2010
Florida Sports Park
Naples, Florida

800-897-2701
Hours: 12:30 pm
Admission: $17.50 in advance, $20 race day

Bring the family for a fun night of races, food & drink and plenty of mud with the Queen’s Mud Bath.

Learn more about the Swamp Buggy Spring Championship


7th Biennial National Art Exhibition

Now thru–March 12, 2010
210 Maud Street
Punta Gorda, Florida

941-639-8810
Admission: FREE

This highly regarded juried art show exhibits some of the very best artist from the U.S, Canada and Puerto Rico. Spend the afternoon celebrating the arts.

Learn more about the 7th Biennnial National Art Exhibition


Bonita Blues Festival

March 12–13, 2010
Riverside Park
Bonita Springs, Florida

Hours: 4–9 pm (Friday), noon–9 pm (Saturday)
Admission: $10 (Friday), $15 (Saturday) or $20 (2-day pass)

Bring your blanket, chairs, and sunscreen to enjoy wonderful blues music Friday and Saturday with your friends and family. Proceeds from the festival help benefit those in need.

Learn more about the 4th Annual Bonita Blues Festival


Bonita Springs National Art Festival

March 13–14, 2010
The Promenade at Bonita Bay
Bonita Springs, Florida

239-495-8989

Hours: 10–5 pm
Admission: FREE

As one of the largest attended art festivals in the area, this show is not to be missed.

Learn more about the Bonita Springs National Art Festival


52nd Annual Lions Club Shrimp Festival

March 13–14, 2010
Estero Blvd
Fort Myers Beach, Florida

239-463-9738 or 239-463-6986
Hours: 10–6 pm
Admission: FREE

Fun activities abound this year at Fort Myers Beach Shrimp Festival. Don’t miss the Shrimp Festival Parade, the famous Lions Shrimp Dinners or the crowning of the 52nd Shrimp Festival Queen. Fun for the entire family!

Learn more about the 52nd Annual Lions Club Shrimp Festival


Marco Island Seafood Festival Festival

March 20–21, 2010
Veterans Park
403 Elkcam Circle
Marco Island, Florida

941-639-3720
Hours: 11 am–6:45 pm
Admission: $6

Seafood lovers listen up, this festival has it all: blue crab, stone crab, shrimp, fish chowder and more! For the non ocean meat eaters, there will be plenty of alternative options like hamburgers and hot dogs. Proceeds benefit humanitarian projects of Kiwanis and Rotary.

Learn more about the 2nd Annual Marco Island Seafood Festival


Southwest Florida Seafood Festival and Car Show

March 27, 2010
German American Social Club
2101 SW Pine Island Road
Cape Coral, Florida

770-324-8682 or 239-699-9393

Hours: 11 am–5:30 pm
Admission: $15 car registration ($20 at the gate)

Sample seafood from local restaurants and vendors as car enthusiasts compete for trophies. Live entertainment, children events, art and crafts and more make this day unforgettable.

Learn more the Southwest Florida Seafood Festival and Car Show


22nd Annual Downtown Naples Art Festival

March 27–28, 2010
Downtown Naples
699 5th Ave South
Naple, Florida

Hours: 10 am–5 pm
Admission: FREE

Recognized as one of the best art festivals to attend. You’ll find over 240 juried artists displaying there artwork along prestigious 5th ave. A wonderful Naples event.

Learn more the 22nd Annual Downtown Naples Art Festival


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