Events in Marco Island today

Take on a festive day of running in Naples, Florida, with a challenging half marathon alongside a fun 5k at North Collier Regional Park. Expect a scenic, clearly marked course, a race shirt to commemorate the experience, and a finisher medal waiting at the line. Free race photos and a finish video are included, and friends and family can follow progress in real time through the Elite Events Tracker App. Afterward, enjoy Naples with a dip in the Gulf of Mexico, seafood at local restaurants, or time exploring unique shopping spots.

Now in its eighth year, this fishing tournament supports Humane Society Naples. Competitors vie for cash prizes for the longest snook and the longest redfish. A great time for a great cause.

The Corsa Velocity Mile Event is a professionally sanctioned 1/2 mile and 1 mile timed runway competition where cars make solo top speed runs with the opportunity to set world records. Participation is limited to 75 vehicles, and the location will be provided upon registration. Pricing includes both the half mile and mile timed runway events, an optional hotel stay, awards, food available for purchase, coverage by a professional media team, appearances by Corsa models, and Corsa Velocity Mile apparel.

New York Cosmos travel to face FC Naples for an evening match at Paradise Coast Sports Complex in Naples, Florida. The matchup brings a club with a long history against a local team in a more intimate environment. The setting keeps spectators close to the field, making it easy to follow every moment as it happens.

A dance party at Seed to Table features live music by Extasy Band, followed by a set from DJ Zee. The music transitions from a full band performance to DJ mixes for nonstop dancing.

At Irgang Ranch in Naples, this immersive, hands-on class invites participants to become Wildlife Warriors by learning how to live in balance with the land. Students plan and shape their own food forest systems, build practical gardening skills grounded in permaculture, and explore the world of wild edibles and native plants while practicing safe, responsible foraging. The experience also includes primitive cooking over fire, turning gathered and homegrown ingredients into simple, nourishing meals. Along the way, participants look at ecosystem balance, the value of native species, and how thoughtful land care supports people and wildlife. The broader curriculum reaches across a wide range of real-world skills, including plant anatomy and growth, identification and safety, edible trees, forest layers, mushrooms, planning and building garden boxes with an introduction to gardening in zone 10, herb cultivation and aromatic plants, winter foraging, tasting walks with families, distinguishing safe and dangerous berries, tree foods and traditional plant medicines, fermentation and additional primitive cooking, food preservation and historical techniques, permaculture gardening, edible weeds, invasive versus native species, natural tincture making, wildcraft and no-heat cooking, seed saving, nature crafting, solar dehydrating and other heatless methods, water-wise gardening, natural mosquito repellents, plant grafting, and a final wrap-up to reflect on progress. Designed for ages 7 and up. Please bring a lunch and water, and dress for the outdoors since all activities take place outside.

Enjoy a relaxing 20-minute massage with Bobbi Kennedy. These brief sessions offer a simple way to ease tension, recharge, and treat yourself, whether you are decompressing after a long day or just carving out a moment of self care.

Settle in at Hops & Vines for a weekly blend of live music and drinks. It is a casual way to kick off the week, with tunes setting the mood while you relax and enjoy the atmosphere.

Described as Naples' longest-running jazz jam, this event offers opportunities to sit in with the band, room to dance, and food available.

At Irgang Ranch, students dive into a hands-on survival experience that builds confidence, resilience, and practical outdoor know-how. Through bushcraft and real-world techniques practiced as a team, participants learn to thrive in nature. Lessons include constructing shelters, starting fires, finding direction, and using natural materials wisely. Safety stays at the forefront with core first aid and emergency response woven into the training. The program also cultivates leadership and personal growth. Group challenges promote clear communication, problem-solving, and thoughtful decision-making while classmates support one another in the field. Creativity is part of the journey too, with nature-based projects that turn sticks, fibers, and other found materials into useful tools and meaningful keepsakes. Designed for ages 7 and up, this class takes place entirely outdoors. Students should bring lunch and water and dress for the weather. Across the program, topics range widely, including survival fundamentals, water skills, weather awareness, strategies for hot and cold conditions, wet walks, introductory hunting and trapping concepts, elevated camp setups, essential knots, fire basics, bridge and shelter engineering, map reading and rescue signals, knife skills, leadership and team strategy in the wilderness, compass use and orienteering, natural navigation, base camp planning, animal tracking and habitat study, traditional observation techniques, primitive containers and tools, responding to injuries in the wild, sessions focused on pine needles, awareness and camouflage, a 48 hour survival planning lab, shade cooling mats, nature crafts, and a culminating bushcraft expo.

Make your meal count at Felipe's Logan Landings in Naples, where 25 percent of each purchase will benefit Guadalupe Center and help expand educational opportunities for students in Immokalee. Enjoy time with friends or family while supporting efforts to break the cycle of poverty through education, from early childhood all the way to college graduation. To ensure your order is included in the fundraiser, let the staff know you are there for Guadalupe Center when you place your order.

Enjoy live music at Hops & Vine.

Ahren Belisle brings a live stand-up set to Naples, Florida. A software engineer and mental health advocate turned comedian, he was born in Northern Ontario and has cerebral palsy. Performing as a mute comedian, he uses his phone to deliver jokes. He has been featured on 60 Second Docs and has built an audience of more than 300,000 on social media.

Mudbone Blues Jam at Dogtooth offers a lively, community-focused blues session that has been going strong for more than 14 years and is known as the longest running jam in town. Attendees can sit in with the band or relax and enjoy live music alongside food and drinks. There is also $5 off large pizza all day.

Women in business gather at Mango's Dockside Bistro for the Monthly LCBW Luncheon, a welcoming space to be seen, supported, and celebrated. Expect genuine, authentic networking, encouraging conversations that spark growth, and opportunities to share expertise while learning from others. The focus is on meaningful collaboration, building real and lasting connections, and gaining fresh ideas, inspiration, and confidence. Longtime members, newcomers to LCBW, and those simply exploring are all welcome. Cost is $30 for members and $35 for guests. RSVP by calling or texting 239-985-0400 or by emailing Events@lcbw.org.

Girls Nite Out at Seed to Table features DJ Messina playing 80s and 90s favorites, dance hits, and top 40. The focus is on the dance floor with a soundtrack of throwbacks and current hits.

Sean Fogelson, known on TikTok as That One Mailman, takes his internet success to the stage with crowd interaction and personal stories told with honesty and humor. After making millions laugh online, he toured with Gary Owen and now brings that momentum to an in-person audience. He makes it clear this is not a bite-size skit... it is a full live show built on real moments and quick connection with the crowd. From Cincinnati roots to social stardom to the spotlight, this performance highlights the charisma and audience engagement behind his rise.

Presented by The Naples Players in the Kizzie Theater, Over the River & Through The Woods brings Joe DiPietro’s warm comedy of family to the stage. Nick travels each Sunday from New York to New Jersey to share dinner with his four Italian American grandparents, a tradition filled with affection, laughter, and plenty of food. When he reveals a new job across the country, his grandparents set out to keep him close with a mix of heartfelt persuasion and crafty plans. The story blends humor and tenderness while exploring family ties, generational push and pull, and the choices that come with growing up. Tickets are priced from $57 to $67.

Put your knowledge to the test for a chance to take home prizes in a relaxed, friendly setting among fellow enthusiasts. Participation is free with the purchase of a drink, and it takes place each Thursday.