Red, White, & Beach is Fort Myers Beach’s Fourth of July Fireworks & Parade celebration, bringing together residents, visitors, and local businesses for a full day of patriotic fun. The event includes a traditional Fourth of July parade followed by a fireworks display designed to showcase the island and celebrate community pride. This year, the celebration […]

Each November, one of America’s premier sand-sculpting events comes to Fort Myers Beach. Master sculptors from around the world go head-to-head creating massive, intricate sand sculptures created from nothing but beach sand and creativity. The 35th annual championship runs November 20 – 24, 2025 and is held at the DiamondHead Beach Resort, with friendly competitions, […]

The annual Fort Myers Beach Chamber of Commerce Christmas Boat Parade lights up the back bay waterways each December with beautifully decorated vessels gliding across the waterway. Boats assemble at Salty Sam’s Marina, depart at 6:00 PM, and travel past waterfront restaurants, the Matanzas Pass Bridge and Siesta Isles canals—creating a festive, floating light display […]

Hosted by What’s Up FMB in partnership with TBD, the TropiClaus Gift Exchange & Toy Drive brings an island twist to holiday giving. Guests enjoy festive cocktails, music, and laughter to collect toys and donations for local children and families in need. With its “nautical and nice” vibe, TropiClaus has quickly become a favorite Fort […]

Ring in the new year island-style as fireworks light up the night sky over the Gulf of Mexico! Hosted by the Town of Fort Myers Beach, this beloved celebration welcomes visitors and locals alike to gather along the shoreline and in Times Square to count down to midnight. The evening features live music, dining, and […]

Mrs. Roper Caftan Crawl 2027 is back—and bolder than ever! Slip into your most fabulous caftan, tease that wig sky-high, and strut the island for a day of laughs, cocktails, and […]