Top 5 things to do this weekend in Naples, Bonita: Free concert, TheatreZone comedy
As season winds down, there's still plenty of things to do in Southwest Florida.
What's happening in March? Check out our events calendar to find out more of what's going on. If you missed one of the many art festivals so far this year, fear not. There's more this month, along with free concerts in downtown Naples, on Marco Island and at other venues.
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5. Free concert in Naples on Sunday
The Naples Dixieland Jazz Band performs 2-4 p.m. Sunday, March 10, in Cambier Park, Sixth Avenue South and Eighth Street South. Final concert of season is April 21. Please bring lawn chairs. All concerts free but donations are greatly appreciated and needed. More at naplesjazzsociety.com.
4. Calusa Walk is Saturday in Bonita Springs
The Southwest Florida Archaeological Society is offering a Calusa Walk on March 9 part of Florida’s Archaeology Month. On the mile walk, participants will learn about Florida’s Native American history from more than 8,000 years ago. $20 per person in advance or $25 day of. Participants will meet before 10 a.m. at the Liles Hotel in Riverside Park, 27300 Old 41 Road, Bonita Springs. swflarchaeology.org
3. Spring Home & Garden Show in East Naples
At the 19th Semi-Annual Spring Home & Garden Show, attendees will have the opportunity to meet contractors, remodelers and other home specialists to help them understand their living-space needs. 10 a.m.-4 p.m. March 8 and 9 at New Hope Event Center, 7675 Davis Blvd., Naples. Admission is free. expomanagementinc.com
2. See Neil Simon's "Little Me" at TheatreZone
The musical comedy Neil Simon’s “Little Me” follows a girl born into humble standings striving to gain wealth and status by any means necessary. Shows at 7:30 p.m. March 7-10, 14-17 and at 2 p.m. March 9-10, 16-17 at TheatreZone 13275 Livingston Road, Naples. Tickets start at $50. (888) 966-3352 or theatre.zone.
What to know: When will LoLa 41's new location near Fifth Ave. S. in Naples open?
1. Bonita Fest returns for second year
The second Bonita Fest is from 11 a.m.-4 p.m. Saturday, March 9, at Riverside Park, 10451 Old 41 Road, Bonita Springs. The festival will include live music, food trucks, and local business exhibitions. Admission is free. Event proceeds will be donated to the Rotary Club of Bonita Beach Sunset and the Northside Naples Kiwanis Club. @goatsofbonita on Facebook.
OTHER THINGS TO DO
Butterfly Spring Fest: Enjoy self-guided tours, interactive exhibits and a butterfly wishing tree in celebration of spring’s arrival. 9 a.m.-noon March 9 at Conner Park, 111th Ave. N., North Collier Regional Park, 15000 Livingston Road, and Sugden Regional Park, 4284 Avalon Drive. More by contacting the Collier County Parks & Recreation Division at (239) 252-4000.
Dave Osborn is the regional features editor of the Naples Daily News and News-Press. Follow him on Instagram and Threads @lacrossewriter and on X (formerly Twitter) @NDN_dosborn.
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