Top 5 things to do this weekend in Naples, Bonita: 'Mockingbird,' Sneaker Ball, EGGfest

The final Broadway series play on the final weekend is here: "To Kill A Mockingbird" winds up the series at Artis―Naples.

For those grilling lovers, head to Bonita Springs for a unique cookout festival that's sure to smell and taste great. And the annual Sneaker Ball, like wow, has an '80s theme at the YMCA in Naples.

What else is happening? Go to our events calendar. There's plenty of things to do, including plays, farmers markets and more.

And if there's an event you'd like to see featured in our weekly Top 5, please email it to dosborn@gannett.com. Write up something short in the format you see in this week's Top 5 and, if possible, please send a photo as well.

5. Victor Wainwright & The Train perform at Arts Bonita

The popular American singer, songwriter and pianist and his band return for another Arts Bonita show. Victor Wainwright has won multiple Blues Music Awards and was nominated for a 2019 Grammy Award for Best Contemporary Blues Album. 7:30 p.m. Saturday, April 13. $49-$55. Arts Bonita Center for Performing Arts, 10150 Bonita Beach Road, Bonita Springs. 239-495-8989 or artsbonita.org

4. Head to Art of the Heart Festival in North Naples

The Art of the Heart Festival is 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturday, April 13, at Cornerstone United Methodist Church, 8200 Immokalee Road, North Naples. Enjoy live music, arts and crafts, a rummage sale, kids scavenger hunt] and more. cornerstonenaples.org

3. Like, fer sure: Check out YMCA Sneaker Ball ― '80s Party

The annual Sneaker Ball at the Greater Naples YMCA, 5450 YMCA Road, also promises a fun time, with this year's theme the 1980s. Dress up in your raddest '80s-inspired outfit for a great cause. The ball is 6-10 p.m. Saturday, April 13, with tickets: $195 per person. More on Facebook.

2. Check out Big Green EGGfest at Riverside Park in Bonita

Amateur and professional chefs compete for the title of Grill Master at the fifth-annual Big Green EGGfest. Try food samples from the competing chefs and cast votes for your favorites. The festival includes beer, wine, live music and grilling demonstrations. 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. Saturday, April 13. A $20 “taster ticket” is required for entry and includes all-you-can-eat, bite-sized samples from each chef and three ballots to vote. $50 VIP tickets also give you access to the VIP section and open bar. Riverside Park, 10450 Reynolds St., Bonita Springs. sunshineaceeggfest.com

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1. Last weekend to see 'To Kill A Mockingbird' at Artis―Naples

Richard Thomas ― known especially for his role as John Boy on the 1970s TV drama "The Waltons" ― plays Atticus Finch in the American classic "To Kill A Mockingbird" at Artis―Naples, 5833 Pelican Bay Boulevard. The play runs through April 14, with tickets from $109. artisnaples.org

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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