Family & Kids events in Southwest Florida

6–7 PMImmokalee Community Park, Immokalee

Pumpkin Painting Night

Hosted by Collier County Parks & Recreation

A family pumpkin painting night with painting supplies, games, and a light refreshment included.

Times vary by dayFarmer Mike's U-Pick of Bonita, Bonita Springs

Runs through Sat, Oct 31

12th Annual Fall Festival at Farmer Mike's

A fall festival with a hay ride, corn maze, pumpkin patch, sunflower field, bouncy houses, and a haunted corn maze on select nights.

8–10 AMLowdermilk Beach, Naples

Get Outside x Relax: Sip + Paddle

A free beach meetup with paddleboarding, coffee, and matcha on the sand from a featured local vendor.

10 AMMercato, Naples

Mommy & Me Pilates Brunch Club

Hosted by Fit and Flow Mom Club

A Pilates class and brunch for moms with facial gift cards and a complimentary photo.

10 AM–12 PMPlayground at Miromar Outlets, Estero

Kids Day at WINK Playland - Crafts, Face Painting & Free Treat

Free face painting & crafts, free pizza from Luigi's Pizza & Pasta, ice cream coupons from Dairy Queen all while supplies last.

10:30–11:30 AMBonita Springs Public Library, Bonita Springs

Family Build It

Hosted by Lee County Library

A free drop-in family building activity for all ages with a variety of building stations, no registration required, all materials provided.

12–6 PMSPINZ, Fort Myers

Kids Skate Free at SPINZ

Free after $4.99 annual membership - $5 skate rentals available

12 PMBarnes & Noble Market Square, Fort Myers

STORYTIME WITH MISS BECKY

Weekly storytime with Miss Becky featuring activities and fun for children.

1–4 PMDimensions Nightclub, Naples

Naples Kids Rave

A neon daytime dance party for kids and families with glow sticks, bubbles, and a DJ, benefiting Eva's Closet.

1–4 PMSPINZ, Fort Myers

Kids Skate Free at SPINZ

Free after $4.99 annual membership - $5 skate rentals available

5:10 PMCattyshack Cafe, Fort Myers

Yoga w/ Cats

A yoga class alongside the adoptable cats at Cattyshack Cafe.

10–10:30 AMLakes Regional Library, Fort Myers

Baby Rhyme Time

Hosted by Lee County Library

A lap-sit program of books, rhymes, and songs that builds early literacy, language, and motor skills for babies and caregivers.

11–11:30 AMLakes Regional Library, Fort Myers

Toddler Tales

Hosted by Lee County Library

A high-energy storytime of stories, music, and movement that builds language and motor skills for toddlers and caregivers.

6–8 PMMercato, Naples

Retro Game Night

A family game night in the Piazza with classic board games, giant lawn games, and complimentary treats.

10–10:30 AMHeadquarters Regional Branch, Naples

Toddler Storytime

Hosted by Collier County Public Library

Sensory singing, stories, fingerplays, and puppets for toddlers and their caregivers.

10–11 AMPlayground at Miromar Outlets, Estero

Miromar Outlets Free Kids Crafts

Stop by for a quick and easy craft your little ones can assemble on the spot or take home to enjoy.

4–5:30 PMFort Myers Regional Library, Fort Myers

Get Hooked!- A Beginner Crochet Class

Hosted by Lee County Library

Teens learn basic crochet stitches, chain, single, and working in the round, with supplies provided.

9:30 AMSix Mile Cypress Slough, Fort Myers

Six Mile Cypress Slough Preserve Guided Walk

A 45 minute guided boardwalk walk covering the history of the Slough and its plants and wildlife.

10 AMThe Pilates Pearl, Naples

Baby & Me Pilates Playdate & Brunch

Hosted by Fit and Flow Mom Club

A Pilates playdate and brunch for moms and infants, with reformer and mat options.

10–10:30 AMLakes Regional Library, Fort Myers

Family Storytime

Hosted by Lee County Library

Books, rhymes, songs, and movement help kids ages birth-5 build friendships and early literacy skills with their caregivers.

11–11:30 AMLakes Regional Library, Fort Myers

Preschool Storytime

Hosted by Lee County Library

An interactive storytime where preschoolers build friendships and school-readiness skills through reading, singing, and play.

10:30–11:30 AMBonita Springs Public Library, Bonita Springs

Family Storytime (Bonita Springs)

Hosted by Lee County Library

A free family storytime, registration opens one week before and guarantees your spot until the program begins, with waitlist tickets available morning of.

7–11 PMCollier Fairgrounds, Naples

Galaxy Fright Nights 2026

A multi-weekend Halloween festival featuring two haunted houses (Aliens vs. Clowns and Last Call to Hell), a non-scary family-friendly maze (Beyond Wonderland), laser show, and interactive entertainment at an indoor venue running every Friday and Saturday in October.

Times vary by daySouthern Fresh Farms, Fort Myers

Runs through Sun, Nov 1

Fall Fest 2026

A weekend fall festival with local vendors, food, live music, farm animals, and pumpkins every weekend in October.

9 AMHome Depot

Free Home Depot Kids Workshop: Witch Candy Box

Home Depot's free Kids Workshops provide a hands-on DIY experience for children ages 5-12, where they build a project, learn basic tool safety and skills, and take home their creation, an apron, and a special pin.

9 AM–3:30 PMNaples Zoo, Naples

Free admission at Naples Zoo (Collier Residents Only)

Collier County residents receive free zoo admission all day long with proof of residency.

9:30–11:30 AMBig City Kids, Bonita Springs

Pumpkin & Me

Hosted by Little Connection Studio

A fall pumpkin painting party for moms and kids with open play and fall themed activities.

9:30 AMSix Mile Cypress Slough, Fort Myers

Six Mile Cypress Slough Preserve Guided Walk

A 45 minute guided boardwalk walk covering the history of the Slough and its plants and wildlife.

10 AM–1 PMBass Pro Shops, Fort Myers

Kids Fishing at Bass Pro Shop

Come to the Bass Pro Lake for some fishing! Rods, reels and bait (everything you would need) to catch some fish are provided. Outfitters are available to help with baiting hooks and showing kids how to fish.

12–6 PMSPINZ, Fort Myers

Kids Skate Free at SPINZ

Free after $4.99 annual membership - $5 skate rentals available

7–11 PMCollier Fairgrounds, Naples

Galaxy Fright Nights 2026

A multi-weekend Halloween festival featuring two haunted houses (Aliens vs. Clowns and Last Call to Hell), a non-scary family-friendly maze (Beyond Wonderland), laser show, and interactive entertainment at an indoor venue running every Friday and Saturday in October.

12 PMBarnes & Noble Market Square, Fort Myers

STORYTIME WITH MISS BECKY

Weekly storytime with Miss Becky featuring activities and fun for children.

1–4 PMSPINZ, Fort Myers

Kids Skate Free at SPINZ

Free after $4.99 annual membership - $5 skate rentals available

10–11 AMPlayground at Miromar Outlets, Estero

Miromar Outlets Free Kids Crafts

Stop by for a quick and easy craft your little ones can assemble on the spot or take home to enjoy.

9:30 AMSix Mile Cypress Slough, Fort Myers

Six Mile Cypress Slough Preserve Guided Walk

A 45 minute guided boardwalk walk covering the history of the Slough and its plants and wildlife.

Barnes & Noble Market Square, Fort Myers

Runs through Sun, Oct 11

LEGO Halloween Build Event

A Halloween-themed LEGO mini build event where attendees can build and take home their creations while supplies last. Contact the store to reserve a spot for this event.

Barnes & Noble Naples Park Shore Plaza, Naples

Runs through Sun, Oct 11

LEGO Halloween Build Event

A LEGO Halloween themed mini build event where guests can build and take home LEGO creations. Contact our store to reserve a spot for this event..

10–11:30 AMEdison and Ford Winter Estates, Fort Myers

Little Chemistry Inventors

Preschoolers explore chemistry and learn about Thomas Edison through hands on activities like slime and a colorful milk explosion.

Times vary by dayLakes Park, Fort Myers

Runs through Thu, Oct 22

Lakes Park Fall Festival

Hosted by Lee County Parks & Recreation

A multi-week fall festival featuring a Halloween Express Train Ride, Scarecrows in the Park display in the Children's Garden, and a Pumpkin Patch. Train rides run M-F 10am-2pm and 6-9pm, Sat-Sun 10am-9pm; scarecrows and pumpkins Th-F 6-9pm, Sat-Sun 10am-9pm.

7–11 PMCollier Fairgrounds, Naples

Galaxy Fright Nights 2026

A multi-weekend Halloween festival featuring two haunted houses (Aliens vs. Clowns and Last Call to Hell), a non-scary family-friendly maze (Beyond Wonderland), laser show, and interactive entertainment at an indoor venue running every Friday and Saturday in October.

8 AMSix Mile Cypress Slough, Fort Myers

Guided Bird Patrol Walk

A free monthly guided bird walk along the 1.2-mile boardwalk with a volunteer naturalist, limited to 15 participants, first come first served, ages 10 and up.

Times vary by dayNaples Zoo at Caribbean Gardens, Naples

Runs through Mon, Oct 26

Naples Boo at the Zoo

Family-friendly Halloween event featuring costume characters, candy booths, trick-or-treating for children ages 12 and under, dinosaurs, mini unicorns, and live shows with photo opportunities featuring superheroes and mermaids. Regular zoo admission applies.

9 AM–1 PMEmpowerment Farm, Naples

Open Farm Second Saturday

A monthly open farm day with free exploration, yard games, animals, and a giant dirt pile to play in.

9:30–11:30 AMMosaic Kids, Naples

Little Monster Mash Art Lab

Hosted by Little Connection Studio

A Halloween themed art class with monster canvas painting, a paint-a-monster magnet, and a monster boo bag.

9:30 AMSix Mile Cypress Slough, Fort Myers

Six Mile Cypress Slough Preserve Guided Walk

A 45 minute guided boardwalk walk covering the history of the Slough and its plants and wildlife.

10 AM–1 PMLowe's

Free Lowe's Kids Workshop: Firefighting Plane

Free kids' workshop to build a firefighting plane.

10 AMBarnes & Noble Coconut Point, Estero

LEGO Halloween Build Event

A LEGO Halloween themed mini build event where participants build and take home a LEGO kit while supplies last. Contact the store to reserve a spot for this event.

12–6 PMSPINZ, Fort Myers

Kids Skate Free at SPINZ

Free after $4.99 annual membership - $5 skate rentals available

6–8 PM9903 Gulf Coast Main Street, Fort Myers, Florida 33913, United States, Fort Myers

Barktober-Fest & Pet Costume Contest

A pet costume contest featuring music, photo ops, balloon art, and DJ entertainment. Contest entry is a suggested $5 donation or wish list item for the Gulf Coast Humane Society, with winners receiving Petco gift cards.

7–11 PMCollier Fairgrounds, Naples

Galaxy Fright Nights 2026

A multi-weekend Halloween festival featuring two haunted houses (Aliens vs. Clowns and Last Call to Hell), a non-scary family-friendly maze (Beyond Wonderland), laser show, and interactive entertainment at an indoor venue running every Friday and Saturday in October.

12 PMBarnes & Noble Market Square, Fort Myers

STORYTIME WITH MISS BECKY

Weekly storytime with Miss Becky featuring activities and fun for children.

1–4 PMSPINZ, Fort Myers

Kids Skate Free at SPINZ

Free after $4.99 annual membership - $5 skate rentals available

10–11 AMPlayground at Miromar Outlets, Estero

Miromar Outlets Free Kids Crafts

Stop by for a quick and easy craft your little ones can assemble on the spot or take home to enjoy.

9:30 AMSix Mile Cypress Slough, Fort Myers

Six Mile Cypress Slough Preserve Guided Walk

A 45 minute guided boardwalk walk covering the history of the Slough and its plants and wildlife.

6–7 PMBig Corkscrew Island Regional Park, Naples

Holiday Eats: Kids Cooking Class (Halloween)

Hosted by Collier County Parks & Recreation

A themed kids cooking class exploring the culinary arts, with everything provided.

7–11 PMCollier Fairgrounds, Naples

Galaxy Fright Nights 2026

A multi-weekend Halloween festival featuring two haunted houses (Aliens vs. Clowns and Last Call to Hell), a non-scary family-friendly maze (Beyond Wonderland), laser show, and interactive entertainment at an indoor venue running every Friday and Saturday in October.

8:30 AM–1:30 PMSlipaway Food Truck Park & Marina, Cape Coral

Buoys & Bait 2026: Boys Fishing Program

A no cost boys fishing program with an awards and fish tales celebration, hosted by Freedom Waters Foundation.

9 AM–2 PMM&M Farms, Fort Myers

M&M Farms Fall Market

A fall market with 60-plus handmade, boutique, and vintage vendors, food trucks, a bounce house, and farm animals.

9 AM–1 PMAlliance for the Arts, Fort Myers

Alliance Morning Market, Free Family ArtLabs and Movie Screening

Morning market 9am-1pm and movie starts at noon. From 10am -12pm drop in for free, hands-on family fun. Explore something new every month like art making, gallery activities, games and more

9:30 AMSix Mile Cypress Slough, Fort Myers

Six Mile Cypress Slough Preserve Guided Walk

A 45 minute guided boardwalk walk covering the history of the Slough and its plants and wildlife.

12–6 PMSPINZ, Fort Myers

Kids Skate Free at SPINZ

Free after $4.99 annual membership - $5 skate rentals available

1:30–3:30 PMHeadquarters Regional Branch, Naples

Pups 'n' Books

Hosted by Collier County Public Library

Meet Golden Paws Assistance Dogs at the library; all ages welcome, no registration needed.

7–11 PMCollier Fairgrounds, Naples

Galaxy Fright Nights 2026

A multi-weekend Halloween festival featuring two haunted houses (Aliens vs. Clowns and Last Call to Hell), a non-scary family-friendly maze (Beyond Wonderland), laser show, and interactive entertainment at an indoor venue running every Friday and Saturday in October.

12 PMBarnes & Noble Market Square, Fort Myers

STORYTIME WITH MISS BECKY

Weekly storytime with Miss Becky featuring activities and fun for children.

1–4 PMSPINZ, Fort Myers

Kids Skate Free at SPINZ

Free after $4.99 annual membership - $5 skate rentals available

10–11 AMPlayground at Miromar Outlets, Estero

Miromar Outlets Free Kids Crafts

Stop by for a quick and easy craft your little ones can assemble on the spot or take home to enjoy.

5–8 PMMercato, Naples

Haunted Hoedown

Outdoor Halloween celebration featuring a dance party, pumpkin patch, face painting, scarecrow stilt walker, costume contest with prizes across multiple age categories, character meet-and-greets, screening of Halloweentown at 7:15 PM, and trick-or-treat stops around the venue.

7 PMMercato, Naples

Movie on the Lawn: Halloweentown

Outdoor movie screening in the Piazza at Mercato.

9:30 AMSix Mile Cypress Slough, Fort Myers

Six Mile Cypress Slough Preserve Guided Walk

A 45 minute guided boardwalk walk covering the history of the Slough and its plants and wildlife.

4–6 PMHeadquarters Regional Branch, Naples

Teen Crochet Club

Hosted by Collier County Public Library

A relaxed drop-in crochet session for teens and tweens of all skill levels.

5–7 PMAlliance for the Arts, Fort Myers

Trick-or-Treat House: Less Scare, More Care (Community Night)

A family friendly Halloween community night with a trick or treat house, campfire stories, arts and crafts, a scavenger hunt, and a costume parade.

10–10:30 AMHeadquarters Regional Branch, Naples

Little Explorers: Fintastic Fish!

Hosted by Conservancy of Southwest Florida

A free Conservancy of Southwest Florida story time and craft program for ages 2-5 at Headquarters Regional Library, dive into Florida's underwater world from seahorses to angelfish and take home a decorative fishy craft.

5–7 PMBell Tower Shops, Fort Myers

Family Fun Night: Spooky Edition + Children's Entrepreneur Market

A family fun night featuring a kids' entrepreneur market, free pumpkin decorating, face painting, and a corn maze.

6–8 PMBig Corkscrew Island Regional Park, Naples

RIP Trunk or Treat

Annual Trunk or Treat event featuring music, candy, crafts, and a costume contest with prizes.

6–8:30 PMNorth Fort Myers Park, North Fort Myers

Family Fall Festival

Hosted by Lee County Parks & Recreation

A free family event featuring games, candy, music, photo booth and costume contest.

7–11 PMCollier Fairgrounds, Naples

Galaxy Fright Nights 2026

A multi-weekend Halloween festival featuring two haunted houses (Aliens vs. Clowns and Last Call to Hell), a non-scary family-friendly maze (Beyond Wonderland), laser show, and interactive entertainment at an indoor venue running every Friday and Saturday in October.

9:30 AMSix Mile Cypress Slough, Fort Myers

Six Mile Cypress Slough Preserve Guided Walk

A 45 minute guided boardwalk walk covering the history of the Slough and its plants and wildlife.

10 AM–3 PMBell Tower Shops, Fort Myers

Fall Fest & Spooktacular- Car Show, Fall Market & Trick or Treating

Fall festival and Halloween celebration featuring a Corvette and Open Car & Truck Show, handcrafted items and local food from vendors, trick-or-treating 12-3pm at participating retailers and craft booths, meet and greet with costumed characters, and live performances including unicyclist and dancers.

11 AM–12 PMTony Sacco's Coal Oven Pizza - Estero, Estero

Jr. Pizza Chef Event

Kids create their own 2-topping pizza in a hands-on experience, receiving a 2-topping pizza, fountain soda, sweet treat, apron, chef hat, pizza straw and more.

12–6 PMSPINZ, Fort Myers

Kids Skate Free at SPINZ

Free after $4.99 annual membership - $5 skate rentals available

2–5 PMSouthern Fresh Farms, Fort Myers

Babies & Brews

A family friendly meetup for parents and little ones at the Southern Fresh Farms Fall Festival, with an on site donation drive for Eva's Closet.

3–6 PMWa-Ke Hatchee Park and Recreation Center, Fort Myers

Fort Myers Wa-Ke Hatchee Park Trunk or Treat

A trunk or treat event where attendees in costumes collect candy and goodies from decorated car trunks.

5–8 PM9903 Gulf Coast Main Street, Fort Myers, Florida 33913, United States, Fort Myers

Ghost & Ghouls Candy Crawl

Trick-or-treating throughout the center from 5-7 PM, costume contest from 7-8 PM (pre-registration required) with age group winners and group costume prize, plus balloon artist, face painting, and roaming Halloween characters available throughout the event.

5:30–8:30 PMNaples Area Board of REALTORS, Naples

Trunk or Treat & Movie on the Lawn

Trick-or-treat at decorated car trunks from 5:30-7:30pm, followed by a movie on the lawn from 7:30-9:00pm. Community event features candy collection, costumes, and outdoor entertainment.

7–11 PMCollier Fairgrounds, Naples

Galaxy Fright Nights 2026

A multi-weekend Halloween festival featuring two haunted houses (Aliens vs. Clowns and Last Call to Hell), a non-scary family-friendly maze (Beyond Wonderland), laser show, and interactive entertainment at an indoor venue running every Friday and Saturday in October.

12 PMBarnes & Noble Market Square, Fort Myers

STORYTIME WITH MISS BECKY

Weekly storytime with Miss Becky featuring activities and fun for children.

1–4 PMSPINZ, Fort Myers

Kids Skate Free at SPINZ

Free after $4.99 annual membership - $5 skate rentals available

10–11 AMPlayground at Miromar Outlets, Estero

Miromar Outlets Free Kids Crafts

Stop by for a quick and easy craft your little ones can assemble on the spot or take home to enjoy.

9:30 AMSix Mile Cypress Slough, Fort Myers

Six Mile Cypress Slough Preserve Guided Walk

A 45 minute guided boardwalk walk covering the history of the Slough and its plants and wildlife.

6–7:30 PMBig Corkscrew Island Regional Park, Naples

Baby Rave: Halloween Edition

A Halloween themed dance party for babies and toddlers with dancing, music, glow lights, and bubbles.

7–11 PMCollier Fairgrounds, Naples

Galaxy Fright Nights 2026

A multi-weekend Halloween festival featuring two haunted houses (Aliens vs. Clowns and Last Call to Hell), a non-scary family-friendly maze (Beyond Wonderland), laser show, and interactive entertainment at an indoor venue running every Friday and Saturday in October.

9:30 AMSix Mile Cypress Slough, Fort Myers

Six Mile Cypress Slough Preserve Guided Walk

A 45 minute guided boardwalk walk covering the history of the Slough and its plants and wildlife.

10 AM–12 PMPlayground at Miromar Outlets, Estero

Kids Day at WINK Playland - Crafts, Face Painting & Free Treat

Free face painting & crafts, free pizza from Luigi's Pizza & Pasta, ice cream coupons from Dairy Queen all while supplies last.

12–6 PMSPINZ, Fort Myers

Kids Skate Free at SPINZ

Free after $4.99 annual membership - $5 skate rentals available

1–4 PMSouthern Fresh Farms, Fort Myers

Boo at the Farm Trick or Treating

A farm wide, car free trick or treat with decorated Community Candy Stations and vendors, part of Fall Fest, which also includes a pumpkin patch, playground, farm animals, local vendors, and fall photo opportunities.

5–7 PMFleischmann Park, Naples

City of Naples Fright Night

A Halloween celebration at Fleischmann Park with candy, bounce houses, music, and food trucks.

5–7 PMFleischmann Park, Naples

Naples Fright Night in the City

Hosted by City of Naples

Halloween party featuring food trucks, games, bounce houses, and vendors.

7–11 PMCollier Fairgrounds, Naples

Galaxy Fright Nights 2026

A multi-weekend Halloween festival featuring two haunted houses (Aliens vs. Clowns and Last Call to Hell), a non-scary family-friendly maze (Beyond Wonderland), laser show, and interactive entertainment at an indoor venue running every Friday and Saturday in October.

12 PMBarnes & Noble Market Square, Fort Myers

STORYTIME WITH MISS BECKY

Weekly storytime with Miss Becky featuring activities and fun for children.

1–4 PMSPINZ, Fort Myers

Kids Skate Free at SPINZ

Free after $4.99 annual membership - $5 skate rentals available

10–11 AMPlayground at Miromar Outlets, Estero

Miromar Outlets Free Kids Crafts

Stop by for a quick and easy craft your little ones can assemble on the spot or take home to enjoy.

9:30 AMSix Mile Cypress Slough, Fort Myers

Six Mile Cypress Slough Preserve Guided Walk

A 45 minute guided boardwalk walk covering the history of the Slough and its plants and wildlife.

9 AMHome Depot

Free Home Depot Kids Workshop: Dump Truck

Home Depot's free Kids Workshops provide a hands-on DIY experience for children ages 5-12, where they build a project, learn basic tool safety and skills, and take home their creation, an apron, and a special pin.

9 AM–3:30 PMNaples Zoo, Naples

Free admission at Naples Zoo (Collier Residents Only)

Collier County residents receive free zoo admission all day long with proof of residency.

9:30 AMSix Mile Cypress Slough, Fort Myers

Six Mile Cypress Slough Preserve Guided Walk

A 45 minute guided boardwalk walk covering the history of the Slough and its plants and wildlife.

10 AM–1 PMBass Pro Shops, Fort Myers

Kids Fishing at Bass Pro Shop

Come to the Bass Pro Lake for some fishing! Rods, reels and bait (everything you would need) to catch some fish are provided. Outfitters are available to help with baiting hooks and showing kids how to fish.

12–6 PMSPINZ, Fort Myers

Kids Skate Free at SPINZ

Free after $4.99 annual membership - $5 skate rentals available

5:45 PMEstero Blvd - Fort Myers Beach, Fort Myers Beach

Illuminations Parade - Fort Myers Beach

Hosted by Whats Up FMB

A magical illuminated walking parade along Estero Blvd at dusk on Fort Myers Beach featuring glowing costumes, light displays, and island energy.

12 PMBarnes & Noble Market Square, Fort Myers

STORYTIME WITH MISS BECKY

Weekly storytime with Miss Becky featuring activities and fun for children.

1–4 PMSPINZ, Fort Myers

Kids Skate Free at SPINZ

Free after $4.99 annual membership - $5 skate rentals available

10–11 AMPlayground at Miromar Outlets, Estero

Miromar Outlets Free Kids Crafts

Stop by for a quick and easy craft your little ones can assemble on the spot or take home to enjoy.

9:30 AMSix Mile Cypress Slough, Fort Myers

Six Mile Cypress Slough Preserve Guided Walk

A 45 minute guided boardwalk walk covering the history of the Slough and its plants and wildlife.

10–10:30 AMHeadquarters Regional Branch, Naples

Little Explorers: Adventures into the Amazon

Hosted by Conservancy of Southwest Florida

A story time and craft program for ages 2-5, venture into the rainforest, meet colorful birds and long snakes, and find out what adventure might just slither home with you!

6–7 PMBig Corkscrew Island Regional Park, Naples

Holiday Eats: Kids Cooking Class (Fall/Thanksgiving)

Hosted by Collier County Parks & Recreation

A themed kids cooking class exploring the culinary arts, with everything provided.

6–8 PMBell Tower Shops, Fort Myers

Golden Oldies Yappy Hour

A senior pet themed Yappy Hour celebrating older dogs, with music bingo and a dog bandana making station.

8 AMSix Mile Cypress Slough, Fort Myers

Guided Bird Patrol Walk

A free monthly guided bird walk along the 1.2-mile boardwalk with a volunteer naturalist, limited to 15 participants, first come first served, ages 10 and up.

9 AM–1 PMEmpowerment Farm, Naples

Open Farm Second Saturday

A monthly open farm day with free exploration, yard games, animals, and a giant dirt pile to play in.

9:30 AMSix Mile Cypress Slough, Fort Myers

Six Mile Cypress Slough Preserve Guided Walk

A 45 minute guided boardwalk walk covering the history of the Slough and its plants and wildlife.

10 AM–1 PMLowe's

Free Lowe's Kids Workshop: Holiday Engine

Free kids' workshop to build a holiday engine.

12–9 PMMike Greenwell Regional Park, North Fort Myers

Southwest Florida Pickle Festival

Hosted by Battle Bros Events

A pickle themed festival with outrageous pickle creations, food vendors, a craft marketplace, concerts, and a pickle eating competition.

12–3 PMRiptide Brewing Company, Bonita Springs

Babies & Brews

A family friendly meetup for parents and little ones, with an on site donation drive for Eva's Closet.

12–6 PMSPINZ, Fort Myers

Kids Skate Free at SPINZ

Free after $4.99 annual membership - $5 skate rentals available

12 PMBarnes & Noble Market Square, Fort Myers

STORYTIME WITH MISS BECKY

Weekly storytime with Miss Becky featuring activities and fun for children.

1–4 PMSPINZ, Fort Myers

Kids Skate Free at SPINZ

Free after $4.99 annual membership - $5 skate rentals available

10–11 AMPlayground at Miromar Outlets, Estero

Miromar Outlets Free Kids Crafts

Stop by for a quick and easy craft your little ones can assemble on the spot or take home to enjoy.

7 PMMercato, Naples

Movie on the Lawn: A Christmas Story

Outdoor movie screening in the Piazza at Mercato.

9:30 AMSix Mile Cypress Slough, Fort Myers

Six Mile Cypress Slough Preserve Guided Walk

A 45 minute guided boardwalk walk covering the history of the Slough and its plants and wildlife.

5–7 PMBell Tower Shops, Fort Myers

Family Fun Night: Toy Story Under the Stars

An outdoor screening of Toy Story on the lawn with complimentary popcorn and hot chocolate.

9 AMHome Depot

Free Home Depot Kids Workshop: Chrsitmas Car

Home Depot's free Kids Workshops provide a hands-on DIY experience for children ages 5-12, where they build a project, learn basic tool safety and skills, and take home their creation, an apron, and a special pin.

9 AM–1 PMAlliance for the Arts, Fort Myers

Alliance Morning Market, Free Family ArtLabs and Movie Screening

Morning market 9am-1pm and movie starts at noon. From 10am -12pm drop in for free, hands-on family fun. Explore something new every month like art making, gallery activities, games and more

9:30 AMSix Mile Cypress Slough, Fort Myers

Six Mile Cypress Slough Preserve Guided Walk

A 45 minute guided boardwalk walk covering the history of the Slough and its plants and wildlife.

12–6 PMSPINZ, Fort Myers

Kids Skate Free at SPINZ

Free after $4.99 annual membership - $5 skate rentals available

11 AM–1 PMM&M Farms, Fort Myers

Mommy + Me Tea Party

Hosted by 27th of July Catering.

A charming afternoon tea on the farm with a full adult and children's tea menu, hosted by 27th of July Catering.

12 PMBarnes & Noble Market Square, Fort Myers

STORYTIME WITH MISS BECKY

Weekly storytime with Miss Becky featuring activities and fun for children.

1–4 PMSPINZ, Fort Myers

Kids Skate Free at SPINZ

Free after $4.99 annual membership - $5 skate rentals available

10–11 AMPlayground at Miromar Outlets, Estero

Miromar Outlets Free Kids Crafts

Stop by for a quick and easy craft your little ones can assemble on the spot or take home to enjoy.

9:30 AMSix Mile Cypress Slough, Fort Myers

Six Mile Cypress Slough Preserve Guided Walk

A 45 minute guided boardwalk walk covering the history of the Slough and its plants and wildlife.

9:30 AMSix Mile Cypress Slough, Fort Myers

Six Mile Cypress Slough Preserve Guided Walk

A 45 minute guided boardwalk walk covering the history of the Slough and its plants and wildlife.

10 AM–12 PMPlayground at Miromar Outlets, Estero

Kids Day at WINK Playland - Crafts, Face Painting & Free Treat

Free face painting & crafts, free pizza from Luigi's Pizza & Pasta, ice cream coupons from Dairy Queen all while supplies last.

12–6 PMSPINZ, Fort Myers

Kids Skate Free at SPINZ

Free after $4.99 annual membership - $5 skate rentals available

12 PMBarnes & Noble Market Square, Fort Myers

STORYTIME WITH MISS BECKY

Weekly storytime with Miss Becky featuring activities and fun for children.

1–4 PMSPINZ, Fort Myers

Kids Skate Free at SPINZ

Free after $4.99 annual membership - $5 skate rentals available

10–11 AMPlayground at Miromar Outlets, Estero

Miromar Outlets Free Kids Crafts

Stop by for a quick and easy craft your little ones can assemble on the spot or take home to enjoy.

9:30 AMSix Mile Cypress Slough, Fort Myers

Six Mile Cypress Slough Preserve Guided Walk

A 45 minute guided boardwalk walk covering the history of the Slough and its plants and wildlife.

9 AMHome Depot

Free Home Depot Kids Workshop: Holiday Train

Home Depot's free Kids Workshops provide a hands-on DIY experience for children ages 5-12, where they build a project, learn basic tool safety and skills, and take home their creation, an apron, and a special pin.

9 AM–3:30 PMNaples Zoo, Naples

Free admission at Naples Zoo (Collier Residents Only)

Collier County residents receive free zoo admission all day long with proof of residency.

9:30 AMSix Mile Cypress Slough, Fort Myers

Six Mile Cypress Slough Preserve Guided Walk

A 45 minute guided boardwalk walk covering the history of the Slough and its plants and wildlife.

10 AM–1 PMBass Pro Shops, Fort Myers

Kids Fishing at Bass Pro Shop

Come to the Bass Pro Lake for some fishing! Rods, reels and bait (everything you would need) to catch some fish are provided. Outfitters are available to help with baiting hooks and showing kids how to fish.

12–6 PMSPINZ, Fort Myers

Kids Skate Free at SPINZ

Free after $4.99 annual membership - $5 skate rentals available

12 PMBarnes & Noble Market Square, Fort Myers

STORYTIME WITH MISS BECKY

Weekly storytime with Miss Becky featuring activities and fun for children.

1–4 PMSPINZ, Fort Myers

Kids Skate Free at SPINZ

Free after $4.99 annual membership - $5 skate rentals available

10–11 AMPlayground at Miromar Outlets, Estero

Miromar Outlets Free Kids Crafts

Stop by for a quick and easy craft your little ones can assemble on the spot or take home to enjoy.

9:30 AMSix Mile Cypress Slough, Fort Myers

Six Mile Cypress Slough Preserve Guided Walk

A 45 minute guided boardwalk walk covering the history of the Slough and its plants and wildlife.

6–7 PMBig Corkscrew Island Regional Park, Naples

Holiday Eats: Kids Cooking Class (December)

Hosted by Collier County Parks & Recreation

A themed kids cooking class exploring the culinary arts, with everything provided.

8 AMSix Mile Cypress Slough, Fort Myers

Guided Bird Patrol Walk

A free monthly guided bird walk along the 1.2-mile boardwalk with a volunteer naturalist, limited to 15 participants, first come first served, ages 10 and up.

9 AM–1 PMEmpowerment Farm, Naples

Open Farm Second Saturday

A monthly open farm day with free exploration, yard games, animals, and a giant dirt pile to play in.

9:30 AMSix Mile Cypress Slough, Fort Myers

Six Mile Cypress Slough Preserve Guided Walk

A 45 minute guided boardwalk walk covering the history of the Slough and its plants and wildlife.

10 AM–1 PMLowe's

Free Lowe's Kids Workshop: Holiday Trolley Car

Free kids' workshop to build a holiday trolley car.

12–6 PMSPINZ, Fort Myers

Kids Skate Free at SPINZ

Free after $4.99 annual membership - $5 skate rentals available

12 PMBarnes & Noble Market Square, Fort Myers

STORYTIME WITH MISS BECKY

Weekly storytime with Miss Becky featuring activities and fun for children.

10–11 AMPlayground at Miromar Outlets, Estero

Miromar Outlets Free Kids Crafts

Stop by for a quick and easy craft your little ones can assemble on the spot or take home to enjoy.

7 PMMercato, Naples

Movie on the Lawn: How the Grinch Stole Christmas

Outdoor movie screening in the Piazza at Mercato.

9:30 AMSix Mile Cypress Slough, Fort Myers

Six Mile Cypress Slough Preserve Guided Walk

A 45 minute guided boardwalk walk covering the history of the Slough and its plants and wildlife.

9 AM–1 PMAlliance for the Arts, Fort Myers

Alliance Morning Market, Free Family ArtLabs and Movie Screening

Morning market 9am-1pm and movie starts at noon. From 10am -12pm drop in for free, hands-on family fun. Explore something new every month like art making, gallery activities, games and more

9:30 AMSix Mile Cypress Slough, Fort Myers

Six Mile Cypress Slough Preserve Guided Walk

A 45 minute guided boardwalk walk covering the history of the Slough and its plants and wildlife.

12–6 PMSPINZ, Fort Myers

Kids Skate Free at SPINZ

Free after $4.99 annual membership - $5 skate rentals available

12 PMBarnes & Noble Market Square, Fort Myers

STORYTIME WITH MISS BECKY

Weekly storytime with Miss Becky featuring activities and fun for children.

10–11 AMPlayground at Miromar Outlets, Estero

Miromar Outlets Free Kids Crafts

Stop by for a quick and easy craft your little ones can assemble on the spot or take home to enjoy.

9:30 AMSix Mile Cypress Slough, Fort Myers

Six Mile Cypress Slough Preserve Guided Walk

A 45 minute guided boardwalk walk covering the history of the Slough and its plants and wildlife.

9 AMHome Depot

Free Home Depot Kids Workshop: Claw Machine

Home Depot's free Kids Workshops provide a hands-on DIY experience for children ages 5-12, where they build a project, learn basic tool safety and skills, and take home their creation, an apron, and a special pin.

10 AM–1 PMLowe's

Free Lowe's Kids Workshop: Winter Play Lodge

Free kids' workshop to build a winter play lodge.