Music, seafood, grilled cheese and more: Events across Southwest Florida this weekend

FORT MYERS, Fla. —

As "snowbird season" winds to a close, Southwest Florida has numerous exciting events for people of all ages this weekend. See below for a list of some featured events.

Gator Fest 2026 at Southern Fresh Farms in Fort Myers

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Get ready for the wildest weekend in Southwest Florida, as Gator Fest 2026 comes to Southern Fresh Farms in Fort Myers. The high-energy event features live alligator wrestling, live music, food and drinks and special vendors.

The event runs from April 11 to April 12, beginning at 8 a.m. on Saturday. For more information, click here.

2026 Fort Myers Seafood & Music Festival

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After being rescheduled from its original January dates due to bad weather, the 2026 Fort Myers Seafood & Music Festival will take over Centennial Park in downtown Fort Myers this weekend.

General admission to the event is free. It kicks off Friday, April 10, running from 4 p.m. to 10 p.m., and continues on Saturday, April 11, from 11 a.m. to 10 p.m. before concluding on Sunday, April 12, from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m.

As the name suggests, the festival will feature live music and countless seafood vendors, sure to satisfy anyone looking for a song on the side of their shrimp this weekend.

For more information, click here.

SWFL Grilled Cheese Contest in Fort Myers

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Millennial Brewing Company plays host to a uniquely cheesy event this weekend, the 8th Annual SWFL Grilled Cheese Showdown.

The event features eight separate food trucks serving up their take on the classic melt, and Millennial Brewing Company says, "you're going to want to try them all."

Entry to the event is free. It runs from 12 p.m. to 8 p.m. on Saturday, April 11, and is pet-friendly.

For more information, click here.

Cape Coral Bike Night

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Are you ready to rev your engines for a high-octane event? Look no further than Cape Coral Bike Night.

This motorcycle-centered event features multiple live music performances and a Slow Bike Race.

The event takes place on Saturday, April 11, from 5 p.m. to 10 p.m. at Southeast 47th Terrace. For more information, click here.

Halfway to Oktoberfest at Fort Myers Brewing

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Join Fort Myers Brewing Company as they celebrate the halfway point to one of the most anticipated beer festivals of the year, Oktoberfest.

The event encourages patrons to sip and enjoy speciality beers, delicious food and a full day of live music.

Entry to the event is free, and it runs from 12 p.m. to 11 p.m. on Saturday, April 11.

For more information, click here.

Parkinson's 5K and Wellness Walk

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Join Lee Health on Saturday, April 11, from 8 a.m. to 11 a.m. for the Parkinson's 5K and Wellness Walk.

The event takes place at the Lee Health Sports Complex and features two different programs, a 5K and a one-mile walk. The event supports the Lee Health Parkinson Program and raises funds to support local Parkinson's support initiatives.

For more information, click here.

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