Looking for October events in Marco Island and Fort Myers Beach? We’ve got you covered! October is one of the most fun months of the year on the Gulf Coast, with trop-rock weekends, film screenings, art walks, stone crab, and boat shows all packed into a few sunny weeks. Here’s our locals’ guide to what’s happening!
Kick Off October on Fort Myers Beach
The month starts with a bang! ParrotPhest takes over Margaritaville Beach Resort on Fort Myers Beach Oct. 1-4 with four days of laid-back island music, and many of the performances are free. Grab your flip-flops (and maybe a parrot-themed hat) and settle in for the weekend.
Want more of the beach-town vibe? Browse our Fort Myers Beach vacation rentals and stay steps from the fun.
Art, Film & Fall Fun Near Fort Myers
Love a good art night? The Fort Myers Art Walk lights up downtown’s River District on Friday, Oct. 2, so make a night of it with gallery hopping and dinner. Check the River District events calendar for the latest details.
Prefer a little Oktoberfest? Millennial Brewing Company hosts its 10th annual Oktoberfest Oct. 2-4 with German food, craft beer, and live entertainment, and Fort Myers Brewing Company’s Oktoberfest runs Oct. 15-18 with free admission. On Oct. 10, Fall at the Farm: Market & Music at Buckingham Farms brings free shopping and tunes from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m.
October Events in Marco Island
Marco Island has plenty going on this month, too! The MANHATTAN SHORT Film Festival is on Oct. 2-3, and all month long the island turns pink for Paint the Town Pink, an island-wide breast cancer awareness campaign that’s fun to spot as you explore.
Then mark your calendar for mid-October, when the Marco Boat Show heads to Marco Island Yacht Club Oct. 16-18. Planning a stay? Take a look at our Marco Island vacation rentals and pick your home base.
Foodie Alert: Stone Crab Season Opens Oct. 15
Florida stone crab season opens Oct. 15, and there’s no better way to celebrate than fresh claws with a Gulf view. Not sure where to start? Our stone crab countdown has the scoop.
Plan Your October Getaway
With cooler evenings, blue skies, and a full calendar, October events in Marco Island and Fort Myers Beach make it an easy month to book. Need help lining up dinner reservations or activities? Our concierge team is happy to help. For more on what’s happening around the Paradise Coast, visit Paradise Coast tourism, and for Fort Myers Beach happenings, check out The Beaches of Fort Myers & Sanibel. Event dates and details can change, so always confirm before you go. See you on the island!
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