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🌴 Naples Weekly: Your Guide to the Hottest Events
March 17-23, 2025
Maxim Samoylov
March 17, 2025 • Estimated Reading Time: 10 minutes
Discover the best of Naples this week!
From art fairs to live music, we've curated the most popular events happening around town.
Whether you're a local or a visitor, there's something for everyone to enjoy in paradise.
Remember to confirm details with event organizers, as times and venues may change.
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🎨 Arts & Culture
🖼️ The Naples Downtown Art Fair
📅 Date: Saturday, March 22 - Sunday, March 23, 2025
⏰ Time: 10:00 AM - 5:00 PM
📍 Location: Cambier Park, Naples
🎭 Details: Experience one of Naples' premier art events featuring over 200 artists from around the world showcasing original paintings, jewelry, sculpture, photography, and more in the heart of downtown.
🌸 Orchid Show & Sale
📅 Date: Friday, March 21 - Sunday, March 23, 2025
⏰ Time: Friday (12:00 PM - 5:00 PM), Saturday (9:00 AM - 5:00 PM), Sunday (10:00 AM - 3:00 PM)
📍 Location: North Collier Regional Park
🌺 Details: The Gulf Coast Orchid Alliance presents its 8th annual show with the theme "Rockin' n Rollin' with Orchids," featuring hundreds of blooming orchids, displays, and vendors selling plants and supplies.
🎭 Auditions For: Sweeney Todd
📅 Date: Saturday, March 22, 2025
⏰ Time: 12:00 PM
📍 Location: 701 5th Ave S, Naples, FL
🎬 Details: Open auditions for Sweeney Todd, Sweeney Todd Teen, and TNPA Ride the Cyclone productions. Bring prepared materials and be ready to showcase your theatrical talents.
🎵 Music & Entertainment
🎸 Matty Jollie Live at Whiskey Park
📅 Date: Saturday, March 22, 2025
⏰ Time: 9:00 PM
📍 Location: 3380 Mercantile Ave, Naples, FL
🎤 Details: Enjoy a night of live music with talented performer Matty Jollie at one of Naples' favorite entertainment venues.
🎵 Broadway, Baby!
📅 Date: Saturday, March 22, 2025
⏰ Time: 3:00 PM
📍 Location: Moorings Presbyterian Church
🎭 Details: A spectacular showcase of Broadway favorites performed by talented local artists, bringing the magic of musical theater to Naples.
🎸 WarPigz: Florida's Ultimate Black Sabbath Tribute Band
📅 Date: Saturday, March 22, 2025
⏰ Time: 9:00 PM
📍 Location: Jack's Seafood Bar and Grill
🤘 Details: Experience the debut performance of WarPigz as they bring the iconic sound of Black Sabbath to life with powerful renditions of classic heavy metal hits.
🍀 St. Patrick's Day Celebrations
🍻 ST PADDYS DAY BASH
📅 Date: Monday, March 17 - Tuesday, March 18, 2025
⏰ Time: All Day
📍 Location: 3380 Mercantile Ave, Naples, FL
☘️ Details: Celebrate with Irish fare and live music featuring Matty Jollie, West of Galway, and Donnacha Tierney. Enjoy authentic Irish food, drinks, and entertainment.
🎉 St. Patrick's Day Weekend at TIN CITY
📅 Date: Sunday, March 16 - Monday, March 17, 2025
⏰ Time: All Day
📍 Location: Tin City - 1200 5th Ave S #302, Naples, FL
🍀 Details: Join the festivities at this waterfront marketplace with Irish-themed food, drinks, and entertainment throughout the weekend.
🍽️ Food & Drink Events
🍷 Wine Tasting Event - "Sommelier's Picks"
📅 Date: Tuesday, March 18, 2025
⏰ Time: 7:00 PM
📍 Location: Naples Wine Bar
🍇 Details: Sample expertly curated wines selected by professional sommeliers, with tasting notes and food pairing suggestions.
🌮 Taco Tuesday at Whiskey Park
📅 Date: Tuesday, March 18, 2025
⏰ Time: 11:00 AM
📍 Location: 3380 Mercantile Ave, Naples, FL
🌮 Details: Enjoy delicious taco specials and drink deals at this popular weekly event.
🥂 Saturday Brunch at Whiskey Park
📅 Date: Saturday, March 22, 2025
⏰ Time: 11:00 AM
📍 Location: 3380 Mercantile Ave, Naples, FL
🍳 Details: Indulge in a delicious brunch featuring bottomless mimosas and Bloody Marys in a lively atmosphere.
👨👩👧👦 Family-Friendly Activities
🌱 Let's Get Growing! Family Day
📅 Date: Saturday, March 22, 2025
⏰ Time: 11:00 AM
📍 Location: Collier County Museums (Government Center)
🌿 Details: A fun-filled day for families to learn about gardening, sustainability, and local ecosystems through hands-on activities and demonstrations.
🏎️ Naples Motorfest
📅 Date: Saturday, March 22, 2025
⏰ Time: 10:00 AM
📍 Location: Paradise Coast Sports Complex
🚗 Details: Car enthusiasts of all ages will enjoy this showcase of classic, exotic, and custom vehicles, plus entertainment and food vendors.
🎭 St. Patrick's Day Make and Take Craft
📅 Date: Monday, March 17, 2025
⏰ Time: 9:00 AM
📍 Location: 650 Central Ave, Naples Regional Library
☘️ Details: Children can create festive St. Patrick's Day crafts to take home at this free library program.
🧠 Educational & Professional
🤖 Wake Up Naples - Competing in the Age of AI
📅 Date: Wednesday, March 19, 2025
⏰ Time: 7:30 AM
📍 Location: Hilton Naples
💻 Details: Join business leaders and AI experts for this informative breakfast event discussing how artificial intelligence is transforming business competition.
🌊 Taking the Punch Out of Powerful Hurricanes
📅 Date: Tuesday, March 18, 2025
⏰ Time: 4:00 PM
📍 Location: 5200 Crayton Road, Naples, FL
🌀 Details: A forum on building resilience featuring experts discussing strategies for hurricane preparedness and community protection.
💤 Free Health Seminar: How to Sleep Right Every Night
📅 Date: Friday, March 21, 2025
⏰ Time: 11:00 AM
📍 Location: Naples Center for Functional Medicine
😴 Details: Learn evidence-based strategies for improving sleep quality and feeling younger every day from health experts.
⚠️ Verify event details and availability with the respective venues or organizers, as schedules may change.
😂 FUN STUFF
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⏳ A moment in history
Archie Turner: Naples’ Guardian of Land and Sea
A WWII veteran and longtime city leader, Archie Turner became Naples’ mayor in 1964, championing environmental conservation and protecting Naples Bay. Known for his integrity and love of fishing, he opposed the Golden Gate drainage canal and fought to keep beaches open. Turner’s leadership left a lasting impact, earning him deep respect when he stepped down in 1968. Read more…
📰 Naples, Florida News Highlights
Naples Ranked as Top Retirement Destination:
U.S. News & World Report has named Naples the best place to retire in the United States, citing its high quality of life, favorable tax policies, and abundant recreational activities.St. Patrick's Day Parade Draws Thousands:
The 49th annual Naples St. Patrick's Day Parade attracted over 40,000 attendees, featuring marching bands, Irish dancers, and festive floats, celebrating Irish heritage in the community.Naples Groups Unite to Protect Endangered Florida Panthers:
Local organizations in Naples collaborated to raise awareness and protect the endangered Florida panther, emphasizing conservation efforts in the region.La Gondola: Venice Experience in Southwest Florida:
A new attraction in Naples offers gondola rides, bringing a touch of Venice to Southwest Florida and providing residents with a unique recreational activity.FC Naples Secures First Franchise Win Against Forward Madison SC:
FC Naples celebrated a milestone by securing its first franchise win against Forward Madison SC, marking a significant achievement for the local soccer team.Estero Village Celebrates 10 Years with Music, Food, and Family Fun: Estero Village marked its 10-year anniversary with a celebration featuring music, food, and family-friendly activities, reflecting the community's growth and unity.
FGCU Women's Basketball Clinches 8th Straight ASUN Championship:
The Florida Gulf Coast University women's basketball team secured its eighth consecutive ASUN Conference Championship, showcasing their dominance in the league.
