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🌴 What's Happening in Naples This Week
Weekly arts & music schedule
Naples goes green this week with the massive 50th Annual St. Patrick's Day Parade taking over Third Street South! But that's far from all - Naples Train Day draws hundreds to the Depot Museum, a gorgeous masquerade gala lights up the Grande, and there's everything from wine tastings and a culinary journey to a pride pageant, Broadway favorites in the park, and art shows galore. Here's your curated guide to the best events happening around town.
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☘️ St. Patrick's Celebrations
📅 Date: Saturday, March 14, 2026
⏰ Time: 11:00 AM
📍 Location: Third Street South, Naples
☘️ Details: A half-century tradition marches through the heart of Naples. Expect floats, bagpipes, marching bands, and a sea of green along Third Street South.
📅 Date: Sunday, March 15, 2026
⏰ Time: 7:45 PM
📍 Location: Galleria Shoppes at Vanderbilt
🍀 Details: A St. Patrick's-themed Cars and Coffee gathering to close out the weekend.
🎉 Festivals & Big Events
📅 Date: Saturday, March 14, 2026
⏰ Time: 10:00 AM
📍 Location: Collier County Museums (Naples Depot Museum)
🚂 Details: A massive family-friendly event celebrating all things trains at the historic Naples Depot Museum. Model layouts, real train exhibits, and activities for kids.
📅 Date: Saturday, March 14, 2026
⏰ Time: 5:00 PM
📍 Location: Ankrolab Brewing Co.
🍺 Details: Drink craft beer for a great cause supporting a local animal sanctuary. One of the week's most popular events.
📅 Date: Saturday-Sunday, March 14-15, 2026
📍 Location: Coastland Center
🎨 Details: A juried fine art show featuring talented artists from across the region. Browse and shop original works all weekend.
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Trek the Andes with an all-female crew in Peru. Join a women-run tuk tuk tour in Cambodia. Enjoy a traditional hot stone bath experience at a women-owned farmhouse in Bhutan. Intrepid’s new small-group Women’s Expeditions in Peru, Cambodia and Bhutan provide immersive local experiences for travellers, while supporting women-run businesses.
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🎵 Music & Entertainment
📅 Date: Sunday, March 15, 2026
⏰ Time: 2:00 PM
📍 Location: Cambier Park, Naples
🎭 Details: An outdoor concert of beloved Broadway show tunes in beautiful Cambier Park. Free and open to the public.
📅 Date: Thursday, March 12, 2026
⏰ Time: 7:00 PM
📍 Location: Norris Center
🎤 Details: A tribute to three legends of American music in one unforgettable evening.
📅 Date: Thursday, March 12, 2026
⏰ Time: 6:00 PM
📍 Location: 4805 Tamiami Trail N, Naples, FL
🎶 Details: The Earworms bring their infectious energy for a Thursday evening set.
📅 Date: Friday, March 13, 2026
⏰ Time: 6:00 PM
📍 Location: 4805 Tamiami Trail N, Naples, FL
🎸 Details: Head Above Water kicks off the weekend with live music on Friday evening.
📅 Date: Wednesday, March 11, 2026
⏰ Time: 8:00 PM
📍 Location: Old Town Saloon Naples
🎵 Details: A dynamic duo brings live music to this laid-back Naples saloon midweek.
📅 Date: Monday, March 9, 2026
⏰ Time: 6:00 PM
📍 Location: Blue Martini
🎶 Details: Start the week with live music and cocktails at Blue Martini.
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🍽️ Food & Drink
📅 Date: Thursday, March 12, 2026
⏰ Time: 5:30 PM
📍 Location: 2755 Tamiami Trail East, Naples, FL
🍷 Details: A premium wine tasting experience featuring exceptional selections. One of the week's hottest tickets.
📅 Date: Thursday, March 12, 2026
⏰ Time: 5:30 PM
📍 Location: The Maddox Naples, 2955 Bayshore Dr
🍽️ Details: An immersive multi-course culinary experience at one of the Bayshore Arts District's exciting venues.
📅 Date: Tuesday, March 10, 2026
⏰ Time: 7:00 PM
📍 Location: Naples Wine Bar
🍷 Details: Taste the sommelier's personal favorite bottles in this curated wine tasting.
📅 Date: Wednesday, March 11, 2026
⏰ Time: 4:00 PM
📍 Location: Warren Naples
🥃 Details: Sample premium bourbons at one of Naples' favorite spots.
📅 Date: Saturday, March 14, 2026
⏰ Time: 7:30 AM
📍 Location: Third Street South Farmer's Market, Naples
🛒 Details: Fresh flowers, local produce, and artisan goods at Naples' beloved Saturday morning market. Extra festive this week with the St. Patrick's Parade!
🎵 Music & Entertainment
📅 Date: Friday, February 20, 2026
⏰ Time: 7:00 PM
📍 Location: Norris Center
🎸 Details: A unique musical experience blending the Beatles' legendary catalog with soulful blues arrangements. Not to be missed!
📅 Date: Saturday, February 21, 2026
⏰ Time: 5:00 PM
📍 Location: 4805 Tamiami Trail N, Naples, FL
🎤 Details: Catch local favorite Brandon Allen performing live for an evening of great music.
📅 Date: Sunday, February 22, 2026
⏰ Time: 4:00 PM
📍 Location: 791 Harbour Drive, Naples, FL
🎹 Details: An afternoon of spectacular piano performances showcasing classical and contemporary works.
📅 Date: Saturday, February 21, 2026
⏰ Time: 3:00 PM
📍 Location: Moorings Presbyterian Church
🎭 Details: Experience the beauty of opera in an intimate setting with selections from beloved operas.
📅 Date: Sunday, February 22, 2026
⏰ Time: 4:00 PM
📍 Location: 250 6th St S, Naples, FL
🎺 Details: A magnificent concert featuring trumpet and organ in this continuing concert series.
📅 Date: Thursday, February 19, 2026
⏰ Time: 7:30 PM
📍 Location: Naples, FL
🎤 Details: Grammy-winning jazz vocalist Samara Joy brings her extraordinary talent to Naples.
📅 Date: Thursday, February 19, 2026
⏰ Time: 6:00 PM
📍 Location: 2132 Tamiami Trail North, Naples, FL
🎤 Details: Local talent takes the stage! Whether you want to perform or just enjoy, open mic night is always entertaining.
🎭 Theater & Arts
📅 Date: Friday, March 13, 2026
⏰ Time: 6:00 PM
📍 Location: Norris Center
👑 Details: A fabulous evening celebrating Naples' LGBTQ+ community with talent, style, and pride.
📅 Date: Tuesday, March 10, 2026
⏰ Time: 7:00 PM
📍 Location: Norris Center
😂 Details: A comedy show celebrating all things Florida with laughs, stories, and local flavor.
📅 Date: Wednesday, March 11, 2026
⏰ Time: 7:00 PM
📍 Location: Norris Center
🎭 Details: A thought-provoking theatrical production continues its run at the Norris Center.
📅 Date: Ongoing
📍 Location: 585 Park St, Naples, FL (The Baker Museum)
🖼️ Details: Explore the vibrant, dreamlike world of Joan Miro in this stunning exhibition. A must-see for art lovers.
👨👩👧👦 Community & Galas
📅 Date: Wednesday, March 11, 2026
⏰ Time: 5:00 PM
📍 Location: Grey Oaks Country Club
✨ Details: An elegant gala supporting children's causes at one of Naples' most prestigious clubs.
📅 Date: Saturday, March 14, 2026
⏰ Time: 6:00 PM
📍 Location: Naples Grande Beach Resort
🎭 Details: Don your finest mask and attire for this glamorous masquerade ball at the Grande.
📅 Date: Wednesday, March 11, 2026
⏰ Time: 3:00 PM
📍 Location: 650 Central Ave, Naples, FL (Naples Regional Library)
📚 Details: 18 interested! Browse a huge selection of books at bargain prices. A book lover's paradise.
📅 Date: Monday, March 9, 2026
⏰ Time: 9:00 AM
📍 Location: 650 Central Ave, Naples, FL (Naples Regional Library)
🐛 Details: A fun kids' craft activity at the library. Free and family-friendly!
🧘 Wellness & Recreation
📅 Date: Sunday, March 15, 2026
⏰ Time: 4:30 PM
📍 Location: 4949 Tamiami Trail N 204, Naples, FL
🔔 Details: Relax and reset with a soothing sound bath to close out the week.
📅 Date: Tuesday, March 10, 2026
⏰ Time: 9:15 AM
📍 Location: Cambier Park
🧘 Details: Start your morning with peaceful tai chi and qigong in beautiful Cambier Park.
📅 Date: Thursday, March 12, 2026
⏰ Time: 5:00 PM
📍 Location: Twist Gallery and Studios, Bayshore Arts District
📿 Details: Create your own mini mala necklace in this meditative, hands-on workshop.
📅 Date: Saturday, March 14, 2026
⏰ Time: 1:00 PM
📍 Location: 4649 Tamiami Trail North, Naples, FL
🧘 Details: Build confidence upside down in this intermediate yoga inversion workshop.
📅 Date: Sunday, March 15, 2026
⏰ Time: 9:00 AM
📍 Location: Island Walk Town Center
💆 Details: A full day dedicated to women's wellness, self-care, and rejuvenation.
📅 Date: Monday, March 9, 2026
⏰ Time: 11:00 AM
📍 Location: 4805 Tamiami Trail N, Naples, FL
🎂 Details: Celebrate two years of good times at this popular Tamiami Trail spot. Specials and fun all day!
⚠️ Please verify event details and availability with the respective venues or organizers, as schedules may change.
Naples, Florida News Highlights
Naples moved closer to finalizing the rebuilt pier’s landside entrance, with concessions removed, shade areas reduced and a police substation with an accessible restroom added. The changes are aimed at improving safety and traffic flow as the long-awaited restoration continues.
Extreme drought now stretches across all of Collier County, and forecasters say scattered rain is unlikely to bring broad relief. That keeps water conservation and wildfire risk as major concerns for Naples-area residents.
Collier County Public Schools said its record graduation rate is driven by tracking students’ progress well before senior year. The approach shows how the district is trying to keep results strong as student needs and enrollment pressures continue to change.
Immokalee Technical College celebrated the first graduates of its LPN-to-RN bridge program, with 12 students completing the inaugural cohort. The program expands the local nursing pipeline and could help meet long-term staffing needs across the Naples area.
Collier Area Transit opened a 30-day comment period on proposed fixed-route fare increases after a county fare study and prior public meetings. The review could affect transportation costs for riders across Naples and the rest of the county.
Collier County announced a low-cost pet vaccine and microchip clinic in Naples to make preventive care and licensing more accessible. Programs like this can reduce disease risk and improve the odds of lost pets being returned home.
Collier County scheduled public review of an interim management plan for James E. Williams Jr. Preserve under Conservation Collier. The plan is part of the longer-term decisions that shape habitat protection, land stewardship and public access.
Warrior Homes of Collier received an $18,000 grant for its Zulu Project, which will renovate a 10-unit Naples building to house 20 veterans. The effort is part of a broader push to reduce veteran homelessness in the county.
A major affordable housing project broke ground in Naples, with 160 apartments planned along Collier Boulevard. The development is aimed at households earning below market-level incomes and adds badly needed housing supply in a high-cost area.
Museums across Southwest Florida are featuring dozens of exhibitions this month, including Ansel Adams works at The Baker Museum in Naples. For local residents, it points to arts programming that remains available well beyond a single weekend event.
A new donation to Harry Chapin Food Bank will help expand nutrition education and access to dairy products across Southwest Florida. The support matters especially for seniors and lower-income households, where nutritious refrigerated foods are often hardest to afford.