Events in Naples today

At Irgang Ranch in Naples, Wildlife Warriors: Rooted Survival offers a hands-on outdoor class that helps students grow more confident, resilient, and capable in nature. Through a mix of bushcraft and teamwork, participants practice building shelters, starting fires, finding their way, and using natural materials resourcefully. Safety is emphasized throughout, with basic first aid and emergency response integrated into the activities. Group challenges encourage leadership and personal growth as students strengthen communication, problem solving, and decision making while supporting one another in the field. Creativity is part of the experience too, with nature-based projects that turn found materials into useful tools and meaningful crafts. The broader curriculum explores topics such as survival fundamentals, water and weather awareness, hot and cold conditions, wet-walk experiences, hunting and trapping concepts, living off the ground, knot work, fire basics, bridge and shelter challenges, map reading, rescue signals, first aid, knife skills, leadership, compass navigation and orienteering, natural navigation, base camp building, animal tracking and habitats, traditional observation techniques, primitive containers, natural tools, pine needle uses, venomous animal awareness, furniture making, camouflage and awareness, multi-day survival planning, shade and cooling strategies, nature crafts, and a bushcraft expo. This program is designed for ages 7 and up. Students should bring lunch and water, and wear weather-appropriate clothing since all activities take place outdoors.

This monthly LCBW luncheon brings together women in business at Carrabba's Italian Grill, creating a welcoming space where attendees are seen, supported, and celebrated. The gathering focuses on meaningful networking, shared know-how, and collaboration, with conversations that encourage professional growth. Each event is designed to help participants build lasting relationships, exchange expertise, and leave with fresh ideas, renewed inspiration, and added confidence. It is open to longtime members, those new to LCBW, and anyone exploring the community. Admission is $30 for members and $35 for guests.

This interactive workshop at Riptide Brewing Company in Bonita Springs invites participants to craft a custom epoxy river piece, choosing from options like a charcuterie board, lazy susan, clock, key holder shelf, coasters, or a mini pair. Working with black walnut and other select hardwoods, each person selects up to two epoxy colors on site to bring their design to life. After the session, projects enter a careful finishing process. Epoxy cures for about a week before finishing begins, and the full timeline typically runs 8 to 10 weeks depending on class size and shipping. Finished pieces are then shipped to arrive in excellent condition. All ticket sales are final. If someone cannot attend, another person may participate in their place. Each attendee aged 12 and older must have a ticket, and a couples ticket allows two people to collaborate on a single project.

Enjoy live music at Hops & Vine.

Mudbone Blues Jam at Dogtooth is the longest-running jam in town, going strong for more than 14 years. Guests can sit in with the band or simply enjoy live music with food and drinks. Large pizzas are $5 off all day.

Every Tuesday features a trivia night where participants can show what they know alongside others. It is free to play with the purchase of a drink, and first place receives complimentary drinks.

Live trivia takes place every Wednesday at Duffy's of Estero. Prizes are awarded to the top three finishers, with $25 for first place, $15 for second, and $10 for third.

Kevin Sullivan, a comedian based in Los Angeles, brings rapid-fire wit, bold storytelling, and an astrology-tinged take on stand-up. He has connected with a devoted online community of more than 500,000 followers by blending jokes with zodiac insights and turning star signs into laughs. He co-hosts the podcast Two Broke Gays and has appeared on Netflix Is A Joke Radio Presents: Are You Still Listening? from Dynasty Typewriter, streaming on SiriusXM. His Aquarian Contrarian tour has been filling venues around the country, offering a cosmic spin on comedy that invites everyone to laugh at themselves, whatever their sign.

Seed to Table hosts Girls Nite Out, a lively night with DJ Messina spinning favorites from the 80s and 90s alongside dance tracks and top 40 hits. The dance floor is the focus of the party, and women can enjoy complimentary drinks.

Enjoy a Sunshine & Sassy themed crop weekend at Embassy Suites by Hilton Fort Myers Estero. Choose a three day retreat priced at $165, or extend your experience with an optional extra day for an additional $45. Each crafter receives seat gifts and a personal six foot table that can remain set up for the duration, with pods arranged so friends can sit together. The setting is designed for fewer distractions, with nearby electrical outlets and complimentary WiFi to keep projects moving. Expect extra fun with door prizes, raffles, challenges, games and more. A deposit is required at registration to reserve your seat, and the remaining balance is due before the retreat. Multiple payment methods are accepted, including electronic options, checks, and credit cards, with a surcharge applied to credit card transactions. Lodging is optional, and a discounted Scrappin Buddies room block is available at the host hotel at a rate of $139 per night. Suites are offered with either two queen beds or one king bed plus a queen sleeper sofa in a separate living room, and include a mini refrigerator, microwave, flat screen TV, wet bar, coffeemaker and free WiFi. Hotel guests also enjoy a cooked to order breakfast each day and an evening reception with drink coupons and a snack.

Participating shops and boutiques throughout the Promenade at Bonita Bay will pour free wine and offer light bites or sweet treats, all paired with special promotions. Raffles and prizes add to the fun. Live entertainment at The Center Bar rounds out the experience.

An open play night for intermediate and advanced American Mahjong players who enjoy strategy, speed, and the social side of the game. Play is for quarters, and a current NMJL card is required. The session starts with one table, with the option to add more tables, days, and times as consistent attendance grows and as players bring sets. Participation is limited to five. If five are on hand, players will rotate and include a bettor. Expect a friendly yet competitive atmosphere with plenty of laughs. Geared toward those who relish a smooth Charleston, keep a sharp eye on questionable discards, and often end up saying one more game.

Carlos Mencia brings his straight-talking comedy to Naples, sharing fresh material in smaller, more personal shows as part of his No Hate No Fear tour. He mines both everyday life and headline moments for laughs, and he has recently filmed two stand-up specials slated to arrive later this year. Fans of his screen work will also recognize him as Felix Boulevardez in Disney+'s The Proud Family: Louder and Prouder as the revival enters its second season. His path to the stage began when an amateur night at the Laugh Factory shifted him from a potential engineering career to stand-up. He became a fixture at The Comedy Store, earned the International Comedy Grand Champion title on Buscando Estrellas, and appeared on In Living Color, The Arsenio Hall Show, and An Evening at the Improv. A CableACE nomination for his HBO special led to Comedy Central developing Mind of Mencia, and his follow-up, Carlos Mencia: No Strings Attached, became the first Comedy Central stand-up DVD to achieve Platinum status. He continued performing throughout the run of his series, including USO shows for service members overseas. On the big screen, he appeared in The Heartbreak Kid alongside Ben Stiller and Michelle Monaghan, and in Our Family Wedding with America Ferrera and Forest Whitaker.

Time Traveller brings the music of The Moody Blues to life in a concert honoring the groundbreaking group that blended rock with orchestral color and rich vocal harmonies. With attention to the band’s signature textures and atmosphere, the performance recreates a sound that has connected with listeners for generations, spanning the psychedelic late 1960s through the hit-filled 1980s. The set features favorites such as Nights in White Satin, Tuesday Afternoon, Question, The Story in Your Eyes, Isn’t Life Strange, Your Wildest Dreams, and I Know You’re Out There Somewhere. Time Traveller has toured widely in the United States and is recognized for reflecting the group’s spirit and musical finesse, with this presentation at the Performing Arts Center. Tickets are offered in three tiers at $55, $50, and $45, and a $4 service fee is added per ticket at checkout.

Put your knowledge to the test at a weekly trivia night in a laid back setting with friendly faces. Answer fun questions for a chance to take home prizes. Play for free with the purchase of a drink, and look for it each Thursday.

Play bingo at the Bonita Springs Lions Center with twenty games and multiple winner take all rounds. This event is open to everyone.

Food & Thought hosts a Friday open mic featuring live performances across a wide mix of styles. Expect rock, country, and pop along with oldies, plus favorites from the 60s, 70s, 80s, and 90s, as well as alternative and yacht rock. It is an easygoing night of live music where the setlist ranges from nostalgic classics to crowd-pleasing hits.

Presented by Vibez Nation, this single-night country music showcase brings the Ben Allen Band to Dimension Event Center for a full-scale concert. As seen on NBC's The Voice and celebrated as a Southwest Florida hometown favorite, the band delivers a mix of popular country covers and original songs on a large stage. The event features line dancing throughout the night on a spacious dance floor, along with a full bar and food trucks. Free parking is available. General admission is $20, and ticket inventory is limited.

Dogtooth Sports and Music Bar hosts Radio Road, a Southwest Florida group rooted in classic and Southern rock. Active since 2013, the band delivers favorites from artists like the Rolling Stones, Lynyrd Skynyrd, ZZ Top, Tom Petty, and Molly Hatchet, along with more fan favorites in the same spirit.

Mia Vassilev, a concert pianist noted by The Miami Herald for polished vitality and expressive nuance, leads a dynamic program that blends classical finesse with popular styles. The music centers on the 1940s through the 1960s, reimagining boogie-woogie, Latin rhythms, early rock and roll, and symphonic pops through new arrangements for piano, double bass, and percussion. With Howie Gordon on percussion and Chuck Bergeron on bass, the performance unfolds as a full-stage production that fuses precise musicianship with vivid presentation and driving rhythm. Ticket pricing is tiered at $48, $43, and $38, plus a $4 service fee per ticket at checkout.

El Basque presents El Jazzque, turning the venue into a jazz lounge style café on summer Friday nights. Local musicians perform live jazz, and a light menu features pintxos, craft beer, and wine in an intimate atmosphere.

Enjoy bachata and salsa group classes in Naples with instructor Brian Oakes at Brian Oakes Ballroom & Latin Lessons Naples. These sessions are suitable for beginners, and you do not need a partner. The cost is $10. First-time participants should RSVP by text or phone at 561-287-0443.

Enjoy a welcoming bachata group class in Naples with instructor Brian Oakes. It is tailored for beginners, you do not need a dance partner, and the price is $10 per person. If you are attending for the first time, please confirm by sending a text or making a call to 561-287-0443.

Enjoy a relaxed karaoke night where anyone can step up to sing a favorite song. Perform a number of your choice, or simply settle in and enjoy listening as others perform.

Seed to Table hosts a dance party that begins with live performers setting the tone, then transitions to a DJ who keeps the rhythms going through the night. Expect an upbeat mix, a positive atmosphere, and plenty of time to stay on your feet.

Absolute Queen, from Absolute Bands, brings a high-energy tribute to Queen to Mango Rita’s Rhythm House with faithful performances that mirror the vocals, harmonies, and musicianship associated with Freddie Mercury and the band. Expect an arena-style light show that turns the venue into a full-scale rock experience. Anthems like We Will Rock You and Bohemian Rhapsody headline a set delivered with exacting detail and full-throttle energy, encouraging crowd singalongs. As a national touring act, the group recreates the sound and spirit of Queen for a one-night celebration of an iconic catalog.

Tee it up at a golf scramble that benefits Florida Clutch Baseball. The tournament welcomes both seasoned golfers and those simply looking for a fun day on the course, featuring a shotgun start format. Entry is $150 per player, and teams may sign up as a duo or a foursome. After the round, participants can celebrate with awards, food, and drinks at Boston Beer Garden. Florida Clutch Baseball is a registered 501(c)(3), so contributions and sponsorships may be tax deductible. For details on playing, sponsoring a hole, or donating a raffle item, contact Jared at Blocker@pga.com or 239-595-9677. The event will be held at Olde Cypress Golf Club.

Bonita Bay Club East in Naples sets the scene for the Foundation of CCMS’s 13th annual charity golf tournament with a raffle, benefiting healthcare scholarships and local healthcare programs in need. Beyond the round of golf, options include tickets to an awards luncheon, opportunities for sponsors and exhibitors, and ways to volunteer. Raffle participants are eligible to win even if they are not present. Thanks to Ace sponsors Naples Cancer Advisors and EisnerAmper.

Returning for its sixth year, this charity golf scramble at Heritage Bay Golf and Country Club rallies support for Shy Wolf. Golfers can take to the course in support of the cause, and sponsorship opportunities are available.

A welcoming community health fair focused on Hispanic families features health screenings, wellness education, and connections to helpful resources. Attendees can meet with vendors and sponsors who share information and support for healthier living.

The Apex All-Star Awards brings the Apex community together for a celebratory poolside experience that salutes standout athletes, sponsors, charities, and personalities. Hosted on the pool deck at Compass Hotel by Margaritaville Naples, it blends a high-energy vibe with a relaxed setting where guests can enjoy lunch, drinks, music, and live entertainment while the honors unfold. This is not a formal, seated program. It is built for mingling and movement, whether you are at a table, by the bar, in the pool, or circulating through the lounge areas. The show is fully interactive, and the crowd determines the winners. Each category features nominee announcements, live voting by QR code, and real-time results, so expect spirited support as finalists compete for the spotlight. Honors include Male Athlete of the Year, Female Athlete of the Year, Sponsor of the Year, Charity of the Year, and Best Dressed, with three finalists in each. Winners receive a custom Apex Award along with a complimentary one-night stay at Compass Hotel. Photo moments are woven throughout the venue, including live parrots available for pictures, along with games and other interactive touches. Registration covers event entry, one drink ticket, lunch, and an Apex All-Star T-shirt, and additional food and beverages will be available for purchase. Nominees receive complimentary entry and may invite friends, family, and supporters to participate in the live voting. Attendance is capped at 110 to keep the atmosphere exclusive and energetic. Sponsorship options are available, including drink, lunch, and award sponsorships. The program flows from check-in to kickoff, followed by lunch, the awards presentation, sponsor remarks, and closing remarks, with an after party immediately following.

Live sets bring the Beer Bar to life, paired with cool drinks and an easygoing vibe. A relaxed setting for enjoying music alongside a favorite beverage.

An American Cancer Society event, the Lee County Cattle Baron's Ball offers a lively evening at the Hyatt Regency Coconut Point and marks 22 years in Lee County. Guests can expect food and drinks, plenty of dancing, bulls, a standout auction, and other festivities, all in support of the American Cancer Society and the local community. It brings together celebration and purpose with a shared aim to push back against cancer.

At Omaya Studio, this full moon ceremony invites a gentle pause to release what no longer serves and to create space for new intentions. Settle into hammocks for a soothing sound bath, ease into quiet meditation, and take time for peaceful self-connection. The gathering concludes with warm herbal tea in a calm, welcoming setting.

Settle in for an easygoing night of music and fun as performers take turns on the mic. Anyone can participate, whether singing, playing an instrument, or choosing a karaoke track. Expect lots of talent, a laid-back atmosphere, and refreshing drinks.

Seed to Table hosts a Saturday night dance party with live music by Extasy Band. After the band wraps, DJ Zee keeps the dance floor moving until close.

Absolute Bands brings Absolute Def Leppard to Mango Rita’s Rhythm House with a full-throttle tribute that captures the unmistakable punch, style, and swagger of the original band. Expect arena-sized energy, tight musicianship, powerful harmonies, and a relentless pace from start to finish. The set brims with the biggest hits, from Pour Some Sugar on Me and Rock of Ages to Photograph and Hysteria, making it easy to sing along to the anthems that shaped a generation. The venue shifts into an electric, arena-like atmosphere as this national act delivers a complete concert experience. A single night, one stage, all Def Leppard.

Naples Kids Rave brings a high-energy, family-friendly dance experience to Southwest Florida, transforming Dimensions Nightclub into a neon-filled playground with child-friendly dance floors, nonstop music, glow sticks, bubbles, and fun surprises. Separate areas for toddlers and older children help every age enjoy the action comfortably while DJ MAY keeps the beats going and families share a lively afternoon of music and movement. Neon outfits are encouraged, and ear protection is recommended for little ones. Tickets are $30 per adult and $15 per child, with a portion of proceeds benefiting Eva’s Closet.

Lace up your dancing shoes for a lively Sunday night dance party at Dogtooth.