More than 200 artists will turn downtown Fort Myers into an immersive gallery for the upcoming ArtFest
Downtown Fort Myers is getting ready for ArtFest, an event filled with more than 200 artists who will be showcasing their work and educating the community on the arts.
ArtFest has been around since 1999, with the event turning 26. The festival plans to add new activities and drive the SWFL community to check out the art the city holds.
Juan Santiago, executive director of ArtFest, recently stepped into the role in 2025. He hopes to turn ArtFest into an event people look forward to all year round and strengthen the community’s love for the arts…