Good morning, Fort Myers.

Thousands attended the Holiday Festival of Lights on Saturday along Cape Coral Parkway, enjoying sledding, the free Tiny Tots Train Ride, and a tree lighting with Santa, organized by the Chamber of Commerce + IncredibleBank as the tradition nears its 40th year.

Salvation Army in Fort Myers will break ground on Dec.

16 at 9 a.m. at the corner of Central Ave and Willard St to start a five-year Center of Hope campus that will offer supportive housing, a public shelter (for crises) and life recovery services as the community grows.

The popular Holiday House returns to downtown Fort Myers at the historic Langford-Kingston Home after a three-year break, welcoming local community members today.

This week, 26 local theater shows offer holiday fun across community venues, including A Christmas Carol at Fort Myers Theatre opening Dec.

11 and A Tailor Near Me at Florida Studio Theatre starting today & running through Feb. 15. Performances also include new and closing productions that provide seasonal entertainment.

Air Plant Emporium by Twisted Acres on Maravilla Avenue is now a one-acre destination featuring local art, air plant terrariums, seashell crafts & homegrown plants.

Co-owners Anson Rosenwald and Alisha Koyanis invite visitors to craft, sip wine, and explore their vibrant creative space.

Naples Zoo will host ZOObilee: Feast with the Beasts on Feb.

6, a 21+ fundraiser featuring local food, live music, dancing & animal encounters that support the zoo's education and conservation efforts.

Florida Repertory Theatre — hosting this holiday comedy — presents The Trial of Ebenezer Scrooge with Bill McNulty as a court-ready Scrooge who sues the ghosts for damages.

The play runs through Dec. 21, offering courtroom twists and heartfelt moments on stage.

Dunbar High School has served Southwest Florida’s black community for nearly 100 years by providing quality education + a local bi-annual celebration honors its lasting legacy.

FGCU Water School and Island Coast High School students planted nearly 300 mangrove propagules at Bowditch Point Monday (to reduce storm surge and boost local habitats) under the guidance of FGCU ecology professor Win Everham.

Cheryl Dougherty, a Fort Myers homeowner facing higher insurance rates because her ZIP code (33971) does not match her location, sought help from WINK Listens.

Three days later, city officials promised to request a change to (33905) and are working with a federal lobbyist, with details pending.

On Dec. 3, RSW (Southwest Florida International Airport) in Fort Myers reached a milestone when its final structural beam was placed on the new Concourse E, completing the structure phase of its historic expansion.

The project will add 14 gates and key improvements and is set to finish by Dec. 2027.

Construction on the new Lee Health hospital in Fort Myers is progressing on a 53-acre site at Colonial and Jones-Walker boulevards; it will top out early 2026 and open in fall 2028 at a projected cost of $824 million with 236 private rooms and 260 beds.

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.

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.

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.

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.

The Trial Of Ebenezer Scrooge

7 p.m. — Florida Repertory Theatre — Check event website for ticket info — A unique theatrical retelling of a classic Christmas tale in a courtroom setting.

Candlelight: Christmas Carols on Strings

6-9:45 p.m. — Florida Repertory Theatre — Ticket prices vary — Experience the magic of Christmas carols beautifully performed by a string quartet under candlelight.

The Trial Of Ebenezer Scrooge

7 p.m. — Florida Repertory Theatre — Check website for ticket price — Experience a unique twist on a classic tale in this engaging theatrical performance.

Christmas Celebration for Christian Singles

6:30-9 p.m. — Calusa Nature Center & Planetarium — $13 for Holiday Lights ticket — Experience a magical evening filled with Christmas lights, a laser show, and cozy bonfire conversations.

Advice Performance

7 p.m. — Florida Repertory Theatre — Tickets available — Enjoy a captivating night of performing arts in Fort Myers.

Advice

2-3 p.m. — Florida Repertory Theatre — Tickets available — Experience the captivating performance of 'Advice' in a top-rated theatre.