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Fort Myers
Monday, December 1st, 2025
Good morning, Fort Myers. Here's your local news at a glance for Monday, the 1st of December.
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ A guide lists holiday events in Fort Myers, Cape Coral and other Lee County communities featuring festive light displays, parades, concerts and seasonal shows scheduled throughout December with activities including Santa visits and live performances. The News-Press
LIFESTYLE NEWS
- ➤ Fort Myers' Exotic Animal Playground, a new facility at Edison Mall, lets locals pet rescued animals like raccoons, squirrel monkeys and kangaroos + the USDA and FWC license the site to protect visitors and animals + the animals can take breaks when feeling stressed. WINK News
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ On Sunday the Gators ended a four-game losing streak by beating Florida State — they also hired Jon Sumrall as head coach. Miami’s strong performance boosted its chances in the college football playoff race. The News-Press
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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Nurse Blake's Comedy Tour
7-8:30 p.m. — Barbara B. Mann Performing Arts Hall at FSW — Tickets vary by package — Enjoy a night of laughter with Nurse Blake's hilarious new comedy exploring the quirks of healthcare.
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A Christmas Carol (Broadway Version)
6:30-9:00 p.m. — Fort Myers Theatre — Ticket prices vary — Experience the festive transformation of Ebenezer Scrooge in this classic Broadway adaptation enriched by iconic music.
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9th Annual Builders Care Charity Clay Shoot
7:30 AM – 2:00 PM — Bermont Shooting Club — Sponsorship available — Compete in a fun and competitive clay shoot while supporting housing repairs for local homeowners in need.
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Fort Myers Ugly Sweater Pub Crawl
4-9 p.m. — City Tavern — Tickets required — Embrace the holiday spirit with the ugliest sweaters in town during a festive pub crawl filled with games and prizes.
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Every Christmas Tour Featuring Michael W. Smith
7-8:30 p.m. — Barbara B. Mann Performing Arts Hall at FSW — Ticket prices vary — Celebrate the holiday season with a renowned artist spreading joy through music.
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