Visit and experience award-winning beaches along the Gulf of Mexico, warm days, blue skies, island hopping, paddling trails, fishing, nature, arts and culture, family adventures and waterfront dining. Everything you need to make unforgettable memories is in Fort Myers FL. And spring training begins this month.
Visit the new 2025 Visitor Digital Guide to plan a winter escape to our tropical paradise.
Don’t miss this month
Valentine’s Day fun
It’s all about love this month as there are so many ways to celebrate Valentine’s Day throughout Lee County. A few suggestions include:
Adventures in Paradise: Valentine’s Day sunset dolphin cruise
Valentine’s Day Sunset Dolphin Cruise includes soft drinks, bottled water and a special treat. Listen to tropical music as you cruise the tranquil waters along the coastline of Sanibel Island. Experience of birds flocking to their evening roost, watch dolphins play in the wake, sightsee and enjoy narration by a knowledgeable captain. adventureinparadiseinc.com/cruises/holiday-cruises/valentines-day-cruise
Gulf Coast Symphony Candlelight Concert, Fort Myers
“A Tribute to Adele,” by candlelight on Feb. 12 at the Music & Arts Community Center in Fort Myers. The Gulfcoast Symphony’s candlelight concerts are popular so book tickets soon. gulfcoastsymphony.org/concerts
Valentine’s Day Cocktail Chemistry Class
Edison and Ford Winter Estates offers guests a special Valentine’s Day Cocktail Chemistry Class at 5-7:30 p.m. in the River Pavilion on the Caloosahatchee River. Visitors will learn how to make cocktails while enjoying appetizers, chocolate, music and a sunset view. Each participant will make two cocktails during the class and will receive a welcome cocktail, appetizers from Personal Touch Catering and a box of Norman Love chocolates. https://tinyurl.com/EFcocktails
Festivals and annual events
87th Edison Festival of Light Grand Parade, downtown Fort Myers
Feb. 15
edisonfestival.org
23rd annual Burrowing Owl Festival, Cape Coral
Feb. 22
Rotary Park Environmental Center
ccfriendsofwildlife.org/burrowing-owl-festival-2
Southwest Florida Ag Expo
Feb. 27-March 9
Lee County Civic Center Complex
swflagexpo.com
Spring training
Boston Red Sox
Feb. 21-March 23
mlb.com/redsox/spring-training
JetBlue Park, Fort Myers
Minnesota Twins
mlb.com/twins/spring-training
Feb. 22-March 25
Lee Health Sports Complex/Hammond Stadium, Fort Myers
Plan ahead
Southwest Florida Ag Expo, North Fort Myers, Feb. 27-March 9
The Southwest Florida Ag Expo begins Feb. 27 and runs through March 9 at the Lee County Civic Center Complex, North Fort Myers. The family-friendly event is filled with fun, learning and excitement for all ages. A range of interactive exhibits, rides, food and an up-close look at agriculture celebrates the hard work and dedication of the community’s youth.
This year’s expo will feature a variety of activities and attractions, including:
- Livestock exhibitions showcasing local talent and agricultural expertise.
- Crafting and Creative Living displays to inspire visitors of all ages.
- Midway thrills with rides and attractions for the entire family.
- Delicious sweet and savory treats from a variety of food vendors.
- Live music.
Details and ticket information: swflagexpo.com