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🌴 Major Events & Celebrations in Naples

Your Weekly Arts & Entertainment Schedule

Your inside look at Naples' standout events for the week ahead. Here's what local organizers have planned for you. We recommend confirming with the event hosts for complete details and current schedules.

We recommend confirming details with event hosts for the most current information.

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🍽️ Food & Dining

Naples Winter Brunch 2025 at Sails
πŸ“… Date: Saturday, November 15, 2025
⏰ Time: 12:30 PM
πŸ“ Location: Sails Restaurant
πŸ₯‚ Details: Indulge in an elegant winter brunch experience featuring gourmet dishes and waterfront views at one of Naples' premier dining destinations.

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Veteran's Day Celebration - Free Admission
πŸ“… Date: Tuesday, November 11, 2025
⏰ Time: 10:30 AM
πŸ“ Location: Naples
πŸ‡ΊπŸ‡Έ Details: Honor our nation's heroes with free admission to this special Veterans Day celebration featuring patriotic programming.

Naples Festival of Trees & Christmas Market
πŸ“… Date: Saturday, November 15, 2025
⏰ Time: 3:00 PM
πŸ“ Location: Salvation Army
πŸŽ„ Details: Experience the magic of the holiday season at this beloved annual celebration featuring beautifully decorated trees and festive market vendors.

Nature in November - Free Admission
πŸ“… Date: Saturday, November 15, 2025
⏰ Time: 10:30 AM
πŸ“ Location: 1495 Smith Preserve Way, Naples, FL
🌿 Details: Explore the natural beauty of Southwest Florida with free admission to this educational and entertaining family event celebrating local ecosystems.

2025 Christmas Market
πŸ“… Date: Saturday, November 15, 2025
⏰ Time: 10:00 AM
πŸ“ Location: 553 Galleon Dr, Naples, FL
🎁 Details: Shop unique handcrafted gifts and holiday treasures from local artisans at this festive seasonal market perfect for early holiday shopping.

Everglades, Estuaries and Egrets Family Day
πŸ“… Date: Saturday, November 15, 2025
⏰ Time: 12:00 PM
πŸ“ Location: Collier County Museums
πŸ¦… Details: Discover the wonders of local wildlife and ecosystems through interactive exhibits and family-friendly educational programming.

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🎡 Music & Entertainment

Mannheim Steamroller Christmas at Artis-Naples
πŸ“… Date: Friday, November 14, 2025
⏰ Time: 8:30 PM
πŸ“ Location: Naples Beach, Naples, FL
🎢 Details: Experience the iconic holiday sounds of Mannheim Steamroller in this spectacular Christmas concert featuring their signature blend of classical and contemporary music.

Bachata Group Class Every Friday Naples With Brian Oakes
πŸ“… Date: Friday, November 14, 2025
⏰ Time: 8:15 PM
πŸ“ Location: Brian Oakes Ballroom & Latin Lessons Naples
πŸ’ƒ Details: Learn the romantic dance of bachata in a fun group setting with experienced instruction for all skill levels.

🎨 Special Events & Community

7th Annual Rookery Bay Classic Car Show
πŸ“… Date: Saturday, November 15, 2025
⏰ Time: 10:00 AM
πŸ“ Location: Florida Southwestern State College - Collier Campus
πŸš— Details: Admire vintage automobiles and classic cars from collectors across the region at this popular annual automotive showcase.

Von & Co Aesthetic's Year One Anniversary Celebration
πŸ“… Date: Wednesday, November 12, 2025
⏰ Time: 6:00 PM
πŸ“ Location: 2120 Tamiami Trl. N, Naples, FL
πŸ’† Details: Celebrate one year of beauty and wellness with special offers, refreshments, and festivities at this local aesthetic center's milestone event.

KP FireBowls @ Naples Festival of Trees
πŸ“… Date: Saturday, November 15, 2025
⏰ Time: 3:00 PM
πŸ“ Location: Naples Festival of Trees
πŸ”₯ Details: Experience the mesmerizing artistry of fire performance art at this unique Festival of Trees attraction.

True Crime Trivia!
πŸ“… Date: Tuesday, November 11, 2025
⏰ Time: 8:00 PM
πŸ“ Location: Naples
πŸ” Details: Test your knowledge of famous cases and mysteries at this thrilling true crime trivia night.

⚠️ Please verify event details and availability with the respective venues or organizers, as schedules may change.

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Naples, Florida News Highlights

πŸ”— Naples Moves Forward with New Cambier Park Playground, Demolition Approved 
The city green-lit replacing the aging play area with a safer, more accessible design; teardown comes first, followed by a rebuild aimed at families and seniors who frequent the park.

πŸ”— North Naples’ Mercato Unveils an Upgraded Piazza for Entertainment & Gatherings 
After months of work, the outdoor hub reopened with more seating, a covered stage and a retractable screenβ€”designed to make regular programs and community events more comfortable.

πŸ”— Meals of Hope Opens Regional Food Hub in Naples 
A new warehouse expands storage and distribution, boosting the non-profit’s capacity to serve Collier residents facing food insecurity through the holidays and beyond.

πŸ”— County Pledges $7M Toward Multi-City Trail on Former Rail Corridor 
Officials committed funding to convert old tracks into a paved trail linking communitiesβ€”an eventual asset for biking, walking and property values.

πŸ”— Commissioner LoCastro Says He’ll Stay After Weighing Marco Island Role 
After exploring the idea of a city manager post, the Collier commissioner clarified he has β€œno plans to leave,” bringing stability during ongoing county initiatives.

πŸ”— Naples Council Rescinds Airport-Control Resolution After Legal Threat 
Facing litigation from airport advocates, the council pulled back a measure to exert more authority over projects, with talks to clarify roles still ahead.

πŸ”— Homeland Security Reviewing Cambier Park Security with Naples Police 
An assessment is underway to recommend upgrades like perimeter barriers and lighting at the downtown park, which hosts large seasonal crowds.

πŸ”— Naples 2045: City Seeks Public Input on Long-Term Plan 
Planners are drafting a 20-year blueprint focused on resiliency, growth, healthcare access and affordability; residents can weigh in before policies are finalized.

πŸ”— Costco Wins Key Approval for East Naples Store; Neighbors Consider Lawsuit Commissioners granted a special exception for a gas station at the proposed warehouse site, advancing a second county location amid traffic and safety concerns.

πŸ”— Marco Island City Manager Resigns; Interim Leader Named 
After months of friction with council, the city manager stepped down; the assistant city manager will serve in the interim while the city maps next steps.

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