Annual Events in Fort Myers
Looking for the best Fort Myers annual events? From shrimp festivals to music fests, Fort Myers is your destination for year-round fun. Stay steps from the excitement at Pink Shell Beach Resort, your ideal beachfront escape for a memorable Florida vacation.
January
Caloosahatchee Celtic Festival
Want to listen to more live Celtic music than you could ever dream of? The Caloosahatchee Celtic Festival is the place to go. With half a dozen Celtic performers, you’ll get your fill of Irish music and dancing near the scenic Fort Myers waterfront.
February
Edison Festival of Light
Embrace your inner inventor at the Edison Festival of Light. Honoring Thomas Edison, this festival features a grand parade, 5k run, food trucks, crafts, a car show, and more—all celebrating Fort Myers’ rich history.
March
Fort Myers Beach Shrimp Festival
Shrimp cocktail, shrimp scampi, coconut shrimp—yum! The Fort Myers Beach Shrimp Festival is a feast of Gulf shrimp dishes. Celebrate with a shrimp parade, pageant, eating contests, and more.
Tip: Can't make it? Enjoy fresh Gulf shrimp at Rae’s Real Italian.
Sanibel Shell Show
Held by the Sanibel-Captiva Shell Club, the Sanibel Shell Show showcases breathtaking shell art and coastal creations. A must-visit for collectors and beach lovers, it's one of the world's top shell festivals.
Fort Myers River Fest
Located downtown along the Caloosahatchee River, Fort Myers River Fest is a free-admission event with Florida seafood, live R&B, jazz, rock and reggae music, and a local arts market.
April
Bonita Springs Short Film Festival
The Bonita Springs Short Film Festival highlights creative, local filmmaking talent. Enjoy short films, live entertainment, and discussions at Prado Stadium 12 Theaters.
May
Taste of the Beach
Come hungry to the Taste of the Beach in Fort Myers, where the best local restaurants compete for culinary glory. Sample signature dishes and savor the flavor of the coast.
“Ding” Darling & Doc Ford’s Tarpon Tournament
Join anglers for the exciting, conservation-focused "Ding" Darling & Doc Ford’s Tarpon Tournament. Compete for prizes while supporting local ecosystems.
Arriving by boat? Check out Pink Shell Marina's fishing charter services.
Fort Myers Film Festival
The Fort Myers Film Festival celebrates independent cinema with documentaries, shorts, and feature films, along with industry panels and discussions.
June
National Go Fishing Day
Celebrate National Go Fishing Day on June 18 by heading out on the water from Pink Shell’s full-service marina. Whether you're a seasoned angler or casting for fun, enjoy a fishing charter or a day of leisurely casting along the coast—no better way to honor the day.
National Seashell Day
Mark your calendar for June 20 and celebrate National Seashell Day! Fort Myers Beach is famous for shelling, and there’s no better time to explore the shoreline or visit the Bailey-Matthews National Shell Museum on Sanibel Island. Search for coastal treasures and make memories, one shell at a time.
July
Fourth of July
Spend Independence Day on Fort Myers Beach’s Times Square. After a day of sunbathing on our secluded Pink Shell Beach, watch the Fourth of July parade and Gulf fireworks.
September
Island Hopper Songwriter Fest
Music lovers unite at the Island Hopper Songwriter Fest. National songwriters perform intimate concerts around the islands. Bonus: Pink Shell hosts one of the festival’s hottest pool parties!
December
Fort Myers Beach Christmas Boat Parade
Celebrate the season at the Fort Myers Beach Christmas Boat Parade. Watch brilliantly decorated boats cruise Matanzas Pass with festive music and a magical atmosphere.
New Year’s Eve & Fort Myers Beach’s Birthday
Double the fun on New Year’s Eve! Celebrate the New Year and the birthday of Fort Myers Beach (founded in 1995) with live music, free cupcakes, and Gulf-side fireworks.
Plan Your Stay at Pink Shell Beach Resort
Ready to experience these unforgettable Fort Myers Beach events? Book your stay at Pink Shell Beach Resort today and enjoy beachfront accommodations, fresh seafood dining, and exciting daily resort activities like arts and crafts, nature tours, and live music.For boaters, our Pink Shell Marina offers premier docking and fishing charter services—perfect for your Gulf adventure.
Everyone was so friendly from check in to check out. Clean rooms, beach and pool!! Great amenities-paddle boats, kayaks, bikes and activities for the kids!
The Pink Shell is and remains the absolute best on FMB. Great property only exceeded by the fantastic staff that are always pleasant, professional, polite and go out of their way to be helpful. We look forward to our next stay.
This resort gets an "A" for effort! And views! And staff! And food! Fort Myers is recovering from the hurricane last year. I don't know how the Pink She'll has pulled it off but they did. They are up and running and doing an excellent job. Thank you for a phenomenal vacay, Pink Shell!
Tons of amenities, great location. Marina is rebuilt and ready to use! Location is awesome because getting there and getting off the island is super easy.
The Pink Shell Resort is a beautiful unique hotel overlooking a calm gorgeous beach with a family friendly vibe. Our suite was immaculate with all new features. The most important aspect to me was the service.
The Pink Shell is a great place for a family vacation. They are on a beautiful spot on the beach, a short walk from Bowditch Point Park and close to Times Square,, with everything you need for a great trip. We stayed in one of the one bedroom villas and it was fantastic to have a full kitchen and laundry machine right in our room. The staff were friendly and helpful too. We'd totally go back.
