Thanksgiving in Southwest Florida — 2026
Thanksgiving on the Gulf Coast pairs the classics with a little Florida sunshine: a morning turkey trot, a holiday feast out on the water, and the first markets of the season. Restaurants and venues across Southwest Florida host dinners and events for gatherings big and small. Here's what's happening near you this Thanksgiving.
Thanksgiving by city
Saturday, November 21
Screwed Power Hour every Saturday.
N. Naples LARGEST Market at the Shoppes at Vanderbilt featuring fresh fruits, vegetables, seafood, honey, prepared foods and more.
Visit the Grumpy Goat Coffee roastery every Saturday to sample coffee from around the world with 25+ origins in stock.
Experience exciting tournaments, scrumptious feasts, and pure family fun at the Sarasota Medieval Fair with knights, jesters, minstrels, and more.
Join us for Plant Poetry: Writers Circle hosted by Natalie Guerra.
Sample the best vegan dishes from SWFL chefs judged by celebrity vegan chefs at the brewery.
Bring the family for tasty food and brews at this monthly food truck rally.
Experience the talent of the Naples Philharmonic Youth Orchestra performing orchestral works under conductor Manuel López-Gómez.
Enjoy live music at the Beer Bar this Saturday from 4-7 PM.
Step into a slower pace and reconnect with your creativity during guided painting nights at Summer’s Art Studio & Gallery.
Sit back and relax every Saturday night in the Piazza at Mercato with live local musicians.
A. Lee Edwards performs new music produced with legendary engineer John Wood.
Naples Philharmonic Masterworks with Markus Stenz & Leila Josefowicz.
Rocket Man is a bittersweet, funny, contemplative drama about Donny, a man who feels increasingly disconnected from his own life.
On September 11, 2001, 38 planes were diverted to the small town of Gander, Newfoundland, doubling its population overnight.
Dance the night away with live music from 8-10 PM at Seed to Table.
Car lovers unite for cool cars, live music & delicious coffee!
Join a free craft activity at the ELC every Saturday.
Sunday, November 22
Join Sunday services at Hope City Church Bonita Campus with three separate service times.
Join the Pine Ridge Road Farmers Market on Sundays for a wide variety of products from local artisans, farmers, bakers and more.
Sunday morning church services at The Cove at Paradise Coast Sports Complex.
Experience exciting tournaments, scrumptious feasts, and pure family fun at the Sarasota Medieval Fair with knights, jesters, minstrels, and more.
Get two loaded tacos and one beer on tap for just $8 every Sunday at Millennial in collaboration with Tacos Los Campiones.
Jack's Sunday Blues Concert series presents Memphis Lightning.
Blues and Brews feat Beautiful Bobby Blackmon
Jack's Sunday Blues Concert series presents Beautiful Bobby Blackmon.
Live guitarist performance.
Watch Love Island on Sundays through Tuesdays at 9pm.
Monday, November 23
Kick off the week with live music at Hops & Vines from 6-9 PM.
Live violinist performance by Illia every Monday at Limoncello.
Enjoy all-day happy hour on Mondays.
Discounts for those in the industry every Monday night.
Tuesday, November 24
Weekly morning birding walk in the Garden’s 90-acre Preserve.
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Come join us every Tuesday open to close for tacos downtown and trivia.
Learn about subjects related to Edison and Ford with Site Historians in the museum.
Improve Spanish fluency by chatting with other adults.
Live mandolin performance by Carlos Nunez every Tuesday at Limoncello.
Hear live music from talented local bands at Hops & Vines from 6-9 PM.
Compete in trivia every Tuesday at 7pm with winners every round.
A chilling thriller adaptation set in 1944 Greenwich Village with a nail-biting conclusion.
The unforgettable story of passion, unstoppable ambition and the dawn of a new nation.
Bring the whole family for a movie night under the stars on the third Tuesday of every month at dusk.
Let creativity take center stage this summer!
Join us for Worship and Bible Study in The Hall of Tyrannus every Tuesday night.
Wednesday, November 25
Gentle yoga flow class held in the Octagon Room.
Meet up at the library for an afternoon of modern tabletop games.
A casual self-guided group for knitting, crochet and other needle arts.
A casual, self-guided group for knitting, crochet and other needle arts.
Live singer performance by Casey Bishop every Wednesday at Limoncello.
Ladies night every Wednesday at The Lucky Screw.
Free evening of art, live music by local musicians, concessions, and museum exhibitions at The Baker Museum.
Enjoy live music from Manhattan Connection at the Wine Bar from 6-9 PM.
Interactive sessions for adult learners to practice speaking English with native speakers.
Join for bingo night every Wednesday at 7pm.
The unforgettable story of passion, unstoppable ambition and the dawn of a new nation.
Ladies drink free from 8-10 PM with 80s, 90s, dance hits and top 40 music.
Thursday, November 26
Thanksgiving celebration coming soon at the resort.
Thirsty Thursday specials every Thursday.
Join weekly chess night at the brewery to play games and enjoy craft beer.
Photography class with Kevin Boller on Thursdays from 6pm to 8pm.
Rock and roll night with live music from Parks & Wreck, drink specials and dinner features.
Join us every Thursday in The Gathering. All are welcome.
Test your wits under the twinkle lights at Southern Fresh Farms Free Farm Trivia every Thursday night with cold craft brews.
Friday, November 27
Unwind with live music from Lazaro at the Beer Bar from 4-7 PM.
Enjoy retro games and an ice cream sundae bar at the Naples Depot Museum.
The unforgettable story of passion, unstoppable ambition and the dawn of a new nation.
Hit the dance floor with live music from 8-10 PM followed by a DJ until close.
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