Good morning, Fort Myers.

The Fort Myers Skatium will host Miracle on Broadway on Dec.

5 from 5 to 9 p.m.—the free holiday event features Santa Claus, Mrs. Claus, skating, bounce houses, games, train rides and a preview of the Holly Jolly Spectacular Ice Show at 7:30 p.m. Free skating is offered from 6 to 8:30 p.m.

Most local grocers will be closed on Thanksgiving except for a few stores as Bravo Supermarkets is open from 7:30 a.m. to 6 p.m. and The Fresh Market is open from 7 a.m. to 3 p.m.—with Sprouts, Whole Foods, selected CVS locations, and 24-hour Walgreens offering modified hours for last-minute shoppers.

At Nonchalance Eatery and Wine Bar in Fort Myers, owners Daniel Keagins and Sarah Moonien-Klink create a friendly wine tasting space with over 50 selections paired with comfort food and a family-run approach—where daughter Riley greets guests and son Gavin leads on dishes—.

The restaurant will open Wednesday through Saturday and will host themed dinners that help guests choose wines without feeling overwhelmed—adding a relaxed, inventive twist to dining.

Winners were announced at the 35th Annual American Sand Sculpting Championships held at the Diamond Head Beach Resort on Fort Myers Beach on November 24, 2025 — Todd Pangborn won the masters division with John Gowdy and Matthew Deibert finishing second and third — and Ferenc Monostori earned the sculptor's choice award while Remy Hoggard won the speed sculpting event.

Electric vehicle owners in Lehigh Acres say they struggle to find a nearby charging station, with drivers forced to travel over 9 miles and wait more than 23 minutes to reach a charger.

FPL said it will add more fast chargers in the greater Fort Myers area—leaving Lehigh Acres without a direct plan for new installations.

RSW officials noted that parking lots filled quickly after Nov.

21 and will remain busy until Nov. 26, so travelers need to allow extra time for parking and traffic. They advised arriving at least two hours early for domestic flights and three hours for international trips and offered the remote lot—RSWRemote—at a flat $60 fee.

During the week of Nov.

17th to 23rd, inspectors reviewed Lee County restaurants and found nine had perfect scores while 16 failed due to significant health violations—some of which passed follow-up inspections within the week. The report noted issues like unsanitized dish machines and improper food storage, with inspections carried out by the Department of Business and Professional Regulation.

The 8th annual Fort Myers Tip-Off College basketball tournament began Monday with 16 teams—eight men’s and eight women’s—set to compete through Saturday, and a Thanksgiving Day matchup featuring Michigan State and North Carolina will air on FOX.

The opening game between Bowling Green State and Bucknell drew fans from Ohio, and the women’s tournament will start this weekend.

The Florida Southwestern Bucs were swept by Miami Dade in the NJCAA Volleyball National Championship on November 24—ending their chance at a fourth straight title and marking the loss of their national champion status.

14th Annual FGCU XC Gobbler 5K Event

7:30-8:35 a.m. — Alico Arena — Registration from $20 — A festive community 5K run/walk supporting the FGCU Cross Country Program.

Lindsey Stirling: Snow Waltz Holiday Concert

7-9:30 p.m. — Barbara B. Mann Performing Arts Hall at FSW — Tickets vary — Experience a magical evening of holiday classics and original pieces performed by the enchanting Lindsey Stirling.

Humberto Plancarte and Los Ávila Concert in Florida

10:00 p.m. — 4135 Dr Martin Luther King Jr Blvd, Fort Myers, FL — Ticket prices vary — An unforgettable night of live Mexican regional music featuring top artists and their greatest hits.

SW-FloridaCon 2025

10 AM – 5 PM — DoubleTree by Hilton Fort Myers at Bell Tower Shops — $20 — Explore a vibrant pop culture collectors convention with fandoms from comics to gaming.

Fiorentina Soccer Camp

5:30-8:30 p.m. — Florida Gulf Coast University — Early Bird pricing available — Experience elite coaching from Fiorentina Academy coaches in a supportive environment.

The Trial Of Ebenezer Scrooge

Tuesdays – Sundays — Arcade Theatre — Tickets from $15 — Enjoy a delightful holiday comedy filled with laughs and life lessons as Scrooge sues the ghosts of his past.

Comedy Night with Jimmy McCartney

7:30-10:30 p.m. — Snappers Comedy Club Fort Myers — Ticket prices vary — Enjoy a night of laughter with stand-up comedian Jimmy McCartney as he highlights the absurdities of life.

19th Annual Fort Myers Festival of Trees

11 a.m. – 9 p.m. — Sidney & Berne Davis Art Center — $2 admission, free with toy donation — Enjoy beautifully decorated trees and support local charities through festive fun.

The Nutcracker by North Fort Myers Academy for the Arts

7-9 p.m. — Barbara B. Mann Performing Arts Hall at FSW — Starting at $22 — Experience a magical rendition of Tchaikovsky’s holiday classic featuring over 200 talented students.

Bob Lauver's Comedy Hypnosis Show

7:30-9 p.m. — Fort Myers Theatre — Tickets available — Experience laughter and amazement at this unique blend of comedy and hypnosis.