Last updated: November 11, 2024
Feel the community spirit this holiday season in East Naples! Explore our guide for all the events and activities. From East Naples locals to wandering adventurers, our guide ensures a season full of magic and delight.
Popular Events: Kick off your festive celebrations at the 50th Annual Christmas on Fifth Avenue South, where beautifully decorated storefronts and holiday entertainment create a joyful atmosphere. Meanwhile, the Candlelight Christmas Carols at Cambier Park invites everyone to gather in a charming setting for heartwarming seasonal music. And the enchanting Christmas on Third promises a unique blend of shopping and entertainment that showcases local artisans and festive spirit. See more details on these and other fun events and activities below!
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Unique blend of holiday entertainment and dining.
The 50th Annual Christmas on Fifth Avenue South features a Christmas tree lighting ceremony, live music, holiday markets, and dining under the stars with participating restaurants. Enjoy a day-long celebration with a living nativity, skating rink, and Santa Claus.
Where: Naples | More Info: 50th Annual Christmas on Fifth Avenue South
Community caroling event with local musicians and food truck.
Join us for an evening of Christmas carols under the stars at Cambier Park Bandshell in Downtown Naples. Enjoy pre-caroling food and beverages, followed by a joyful caroling session with local musicians. A food truck will be onsite, offering refreshments, beer, and wine for purchase.
Where: Naples | More Info: Candlelight Christmas Carols at Cambier Park
Global Christmas carols performed in perfect unison.
Voyces of Christmas is a heartwarming evening featuring classic and contemporary Christmas carols performed in stunning 5-part harmony. The event includes upbeat and exciting performances, a delightful Winter Wonderland sing-along, and a spectacular Jingle Bells Extravaganza with unique renditions and plenty of audience participation. The show brings festive tunes from various cultures, adding a global touch to the celebration.
Where: Naples | More Info: Voyces of Christmas
World-class ballet performance with elaborate sets and costumes.
Gulfshore Ballet presents Tchaikovsky's The Nutcracker at St. John Evangelist Church, featuring a beloved family's Christmas celebration with former Miami City Ballet principal dancers.
Where: Naples | More Info: Gulfshore Ballet presents The Nutcracker
Salsa and Bachata dance workshops with social dancing.
Join Naughty Or Nice Christmas Weekend with DJ SOLTRIX for a weekend of Salsa and Bachata workshops, social dancing, and lively music in Cape Coral, FL. Learn new dance skills and enjoy a welcoming environment for all levels.
Where: Naples | More Info: Naughty Or Nice Christmas Weekend with DJ SOLTRIX
Special holiday performance of "Encanto" with the Naples Philharmonic.
The Christmas Movie Event at Artis—Naples features a special holiday performance of "Encanto" with the Naples Philharmonic, offering a delightful evening of music and film.
Where: Naples | More Info: Christmas Movie Event
A centennial celebration highlighting the rich history of Naples with tree lighting festivities.
The Tree Lighting and Naples Centennial Celebration on Third features a vibrant gathering where locals can enjoy a spirited atmosphere filled with entertainment, delicious food, and community camaraderie. Families can participate in festive activities while witnessing the stunning illumination of the holiday tree. The event showcases local talent and highlights the rich history of Naples in a joyful celebration.
Where: Naples | More Info: Tree Lighting and Naples Centennial Celebration on Third
Fundraising event with live entertainment and heartwarming stories.
Join Macedonia Missionary Baptist Church for a night of giving back at the Winter Wonder Land Fundraising Banquet. Enjoy delicious food, live entertainment, and heartwarming stories while supporting Youth Haven SWFL, a local organization providing home, hope, and healing to abused and neglected children and teens.
Where: Naples | More Info: Winter Wonder Land Fundraising Banquet
Snowfall and live music in a historic downtown shopping district.
Celebrate the holiday season in Naples with Christmas on Third, featuring live music, snowfall, and festive activities every Thursday and Friday evening from 4 to 7 PM. Enjoy a traditional holiday stroll on December 12th and Santa Paws on December 14th.
Where: Naples | More Info: Christmas on Third
Holiday-themed bar crawl with festive decorations and drink specials.
Join Fort Myers SantaCon 2024 for a holiday bar crawl through the city's iconic venues, featuring festive decorations, holiday-themed drinks, and live DJs. Participants can enjoy exclusive privileges, including free entry into multiple bars and special drink deals.
Where: Fort Myers | More Info: Fort Myers SantaCon 2024
Hands-on crafting activities to transform sweaters into holiday masterpieces.
Join us for Ugly Sweater Family Day at the Collier Museum at Government Center. Bring your sweater and learn simple sewing stitches, ironing techniques, and appliqué methods. Try your hand at embroidery to turn your sweater into a masterpiece. All ages welcome, best for ages 5-12. No reservations necessary.
Where: Naples | More Info: Ugly Sweater Family Day
Hands-on crafts and activities showcasing pioneer holiday traditions.
Join us at the Marco Island Historical Museum for a family-friendly event where you'll learn how pioneers on Marco Island created holiday decorations and celebrated the season. Enjoy crafts and activities that bring history to life.
Where: Marco Island | More Info: Family Friendly: A Pioneer Christmas: Holiday Crafts
Deep dive into mid-century influences on modern Christmas traditions.
Join Curator of Education Elaina Gyure for a deep dive into how the mid-century shaped the Christmas we celebrate today. Explore how subtle decorations, ancient traditions, and post-war innovations transformed holiday celebrations.
Where: Naples | More Info: Lecture: Merry & Modern: How the Mid-Century Shaped Christmas
Mid-century holiday decorations and vintage items on display.
The "A Cottage Christmas" exhibit at the Collier Museum showcases mid-century holiday traditions with vintage decorations throughout the Naples Cottage. Explore how 20th-century innovations transformed home-based Victorian celebrations into a modernistic, multi-week season of shopping, events, and celebrations.
Where: Naples | More Info: Exhibit: A Cottage Christmas
