Southwest Florida plans dozens of events from October through April, with festivals, art shows, plays, and holiday fun spreading across Naples, Marco Island, and Fort Myers.
At the Bailey-Matthews National Shell Museum, Shelloween brings spooky fun on Oct. 18 and 25. Kids can hunt for treasures, peek into decorated tanks, and make gooey slime. Those who dress as sea creatures get free entry during the Oct. 25 costume contest.
The German American Social Club hosts Cape Coral’s 40th Oktoberfest on Oct. 17-19 and Oct. 24-26. Buy tickets now for $8 or pay $10 at entry. Traditional food, music, and crafts fill the grounds…