10 Things To Do Valentines Weekend In SWFL

Love is in the air this weekend but there is more going on than celebrating cupid. Here are 10 things to do Valentines Weekend in SWFL celebrating all kinds of love; love of cars, competition, history, art, food, beer, and more.

Valentines Day falls on a Friday so the weekend is sure to be busy for restaurants and bars. Then there is Galentines Day on the 13th, click here for some ways to celebrate your female friendships. In addition, it is President's Day Weekend so stores will be stocked with sales.

The biggest local event is the culmination of the Edison Festival of Light in Fort Myers. If you are visiting or have friends in town, you will love all of the options for fun and exploration Valentines Weekend in SWFL.

This premier PGA event begins Thursday and runs through the weekend on the beautiful golf course of Tiburon in Naples. It is said to be the longest-standing PGA TOUR Champions event held in one metropolitan area. Watch some of your favorite golfers in action and help raise money for local charities. Times and prices vary. More info here.

It's called the largest night parade in the Southeast and is the culmination of the Edison Festival of Light. The Grand Parade takes place downtown Fort Myers and along US 41 a the base of the bridge Saturday night. There are bands and floats from around the country, state and SWFL. Saturday 7pm to 10pm. Free. Find the parade route and more info here

This is one of the most visible and exciting 5k runs in Southwest Florida. It takes place down US41 and through downtown Fort Myers prior to the start of the Edison Festival of Light Grand Parade. Streets are closed and lined with supporters to cheer you on. Sign up and more info here.

This is another event associated with the Edison Festival of Light. Discover all kinds of local arts, crafts and more in downtown Fort Myers. Saturday and Sunday 10AM-5PM. Caloosa Sound Amphitheater. Free. More info here

Not far from Crafts On The River (above) you'll find hundreds of classic cars and trucks lining Edwards Drive in downtown Fort Myers. Check out the cool rides, meet the owners and more. Sunday 10am to 3pm. Free. More info here

It's the latest edition of the Downtown Cape Coral Pub Crawl. Dress in festive clothes and stroll from bar to bar sampling Valentines Day themed drinks and appetizers. Saturday, 7pm to 11pm. Tickets start at $20 for designated drivers. More info here.

Beer lovers get to sample more than 200 brews, ciders, seltzers and more from brewing companies in Southwest Florida brewing companies. In addition there is live music, vendors and food trucks. Designated driver tickets are also available and include non-alcoholic drinks and snacks. Saturday 4pm to 7:30pm, Riverside Park in Bonita Springs. Tickets start at $55. More info here.

This festival is all about seafood and live music. The entertainment line-up covers all genres and the seafood is prepared fresh on-site by local vendors. Food other than seafood is also available. Bring a chair or blanket Friday from 4pm to 10pm. More Saturday 11am to 10pm and Sunday from 11am to 6pm. Free. More info here.

Explore the grounds of the Sanibel Community House where artists from all over offer their creations for sale. The event is Saturday from 10am to 5pm and Saturday from 9 to 4. Sanibel Island. Free but donations are asked for. More info here.

OPA! Put on your dancing shoes and bring your appetite to this annual party. Holy Trinity Greek Orthodox Church, Port Charlotte. It begins Friday 11 to 8pm, same hours Saturday and wraps up Sunday noon to 6pm. More info here.

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