Visit Everglades City

Food Pantry
2024-01-17 09:30 - 12:00, 2024-01-10 09:30 - 12:00, 2024-01-03 09:30 - 12:00, 2023-12-27 09:30 - 12:00, 2023-12-20 09:30 - 12:00 (America/New_York) | Everglades Community Church, 101 Copeland Ave, Everglades City, FL, 34139, United States
Food is distributed from the rear of Everglades Community Church located at 101 S. Copeland Ave., Everglades City. “This institution is an equal opportunity provider.”

Planning & Zoning Meeting
2024-01-16 18:00 - 19:00 | Everglades City Hall, 102 Copeland Ave N., Everglades City, FL, 34139, United States
P&Z Board meetings are held monthly on the 3rd Tuesday of the month. City Council room, 2nd floor City Hall.
These meetings will be a Hybrid meeting with some board members present and others present by video conference / Zoom. The bottom of the agenda has instructions on how to join the meeting via Zoom. The Agenda can be found at: https://www.cityofeverglades.org

7th Annual Everglades Roots Festival
2024-01-14 10:00 - 20:00, 2024-01-13 10:00 - 20:00, 2024-01-12 10:00 - 20:00 | Trail Lakes Campground, 40904 Tamiami Trail E, Ochopee, FL, 34141, United States
Join us for the Everglades Roots Festival at Trail Lakes Campground in Ochopee, Florida, featuring Swampy JamGrass, good times, and a celebration of Gladesman culture and heritage.
The Everglades Roots Festival host the best of Florida Blues,Bluegrass,and Folk rooted music in the Heart of the Big Cypress swamp. Celebrating Everglades culture ,art, and heritage with music, camping, and vendors.
Get your tickets at https://www.evergladesrootsfestival.com/contact

Art in the Glades
2024-01-13 10:00 - 13:00 | McLeod Park, Copeland Ave & Hibiscus St W,, Everglades City, FL, 34141, United States
Saturday, January 13: ART*in*the*GLADES
10:00am-1:00pm, McLeod Park, Everglades City, FL, 34139
Welcome to Our Winter Visitors!
Arts & Crafts Sale featuring local creations and book signing
Admission: free
For info, phone Marya at (239) 451-0265

CCPS Family Night with the Everblades
2024-01-12 08:00 - 17:00 | Hertz Arena, 11000 Everblades Parkway, Estero, FL, 33928, United States
Join our #CCPSFamily for Hockey Night with the Everblades!
Watch the Kelly Cup Champion Florida Everblades take on the New York Adirondack Thunder.
This event is open to CCPS staff, students, families, friends, and alumni!
#CCPSFamily Night with the Everblades
Friday, February 9, 2024
at Hertz Arena
Game starts at 7:30pm
$15 per Person
$1 of each ticket will benefit the United Way of Collier and the Keys. Regular retail for these seats is $37 per ticket.
GET YOUR TICKETS TODAY!
https://everblades.spinzo.com/collier-county-public-schools-fundraiser-and-family-fun-night-with-the-florida-everblades-2024-02-09-SARHV?group=collier-county-public-schools-njdz

Ladies' Coffee at Everglades Cafe
2024-01-11 08:30 - 10:00 | Everglades Cafe, 207 West Broadway, Ochopee, 34141, United States
Ladies Coffee is a casual weekly gathering for women every Thursday at different local breakfast spots or homes. No rules or fees, just a welcoming space to connect, forge friendships in a relaxed atmosphere.

Ladies' Coffee at Island Cafe
2024-01-11 08:30 - 10:00, 2023-12-21 08:30 - 10:00 | Island Cafe, 305 Collier Ave, Everglades City, FL, 34139, United States

Wilderness Wednesdays at the Museum
2024-01-10 14:00 - 15:00, 2024-01-03 14:00 - 15:00 | Museum of the Everglades, 105 Broadway Ave W, Everglades City, FL, 34139, United States
Embark on a captivating journey into the heart of the Everglades with Wilderness Wednesdays, an enriching lecture series held every Wednesday from 2 to 3 pm at the Museum of the Everglades. In collaboration with the Big Cypress National Preserve, this seasonal program features presentations by ranger staff and esteemed partner organizations, delving into the distinctive flora, fauna, and remarkable biodiversity of this unique ecosystem.
Spanning January to April, each week unveils a new topic presented by the National Park Service, promising an immersive exploration of the Everglades’ natural wonders. For further details and updates on scheduled talks, contact the Museum of the Everglades at (239) 252-5026 or visit CollierMuseums.com/events

Bio Blitz
2024-01-10 07:45 - 10:30 | Fakahatchee Strand Preserve State Park, 137 Coast Line Dr, Copeland, FL, 34137, United States
Park Volunteer Coordinator, Alex Gobel, would like to invite all interested persons to visit the beautiful Fakahatchee Strand to participate in the 2023-24 Fakahatchee Strand Bio Blitz! The Bio Blitz takes place on a series of seven different dates. Those interested in volunteering may participate in as many, or as few, Blitzes as they would like.
The Bio Blitz is an important activity which assists the park staff with understanding the wildlife trends within the park, and subsequently aids in the planning and management of the park. During the two-hour session, volunteers are stationed along Janes Scenic Drive, and record their wildlife observations.
This interesting opportunity occurs one Wednesday per month, beginning November 2023, through May 2024. Each month, on the designated Wednesday, volunteers meet at the Park Office at 7:45AM and then proceed to Blitz from 8:30-10:30AM. After the Bio Blitz concludes, you are encouraged to remain and enjoy the park at your leisure.
The upcoming Bio Blitz series will take place on the following Wednesdays:
• January 10th
• February 7th
• March 13th
• April 10th
• May 8th
More Info:
Alex.gobel@floridadep.gov
(239) 961-1925

Chicken BBQ Dinner
2024-01-06 16:30 - 18:00 | McLeod Park, Copeland Ave & Hibiscus St W,, Everglades City, FL, 34141, United States
Featuring: Cecil’s Famous Chicken BBQ with Beans, Cole Slaw and Dessert $17
Tickets should be purchased before January 2nd by contacting: Connie Barker at 1-419-350-6650 or Caryn Wells at 1-83-557-4533
A limited number of dinners will be available at the event.
Sponsored by the Everglades Lions Club

Ladies' Coffee at HavAnnA Cafe
2024-01-04 08:30 - 10:00 | HavAnnA Cafe, 191 Smallwood Dr, Chokoloskee, FL, 34138, United States

City Council Meeting
2024-01-02 19:00 - 20:00 | Everglades City Hall, 102 Copeland Ave N., Everglades City, FL, 34139, United States
City Council meetings are held every 1st Tuesday of the month @ 7 PM in the City Council room, 2nd floor City Hall.
The agenda will be posted here prior to the meeting. https://www.cityofeverglades.org/meetings-agendas

These meetings will be a Hybrid meeting with some board members present and others present by video conference / Zoom. The bottom of the agenda has instructions on how to join the meeting via Zoom.

Praise Night
2023-12-30 18:30 - 20:00 | First Baptist Church of Everglades City, 416 E School Dr, Everglades City, FL, 34139, United States
On the last Saturday of each month, First Baptist Church of Everglades City will have a “Praise Night” with a light supper at 6:30 pm, followed by praise music and fellowship.

Ladies' Coffee at City Seafood
2023-12-28 08:30 - 10:00 | City Seafood, 702 Begonia St, Everglades City, 34139, United States

Christmas Eve Candlelight Service
2023-12-24 19:00 - 20:30 | Everglades Community Church, 101 Copeland Ave, Everglades City, FL, 34139, United States
Join us at the Annual Christmas Candlelight Service at Everglades Community Church! After the service, gather with friends in the Fellowship Hall for refreshments. Don’t miss this festive occasion!

Christmas Blessing Service
2023-12-24 10:00 - 11:30 | Chokoloskee Family Church Of God, 1236 Demere Ln, Chokoloskee, FL, 34138, United States
Join us for the Chokoloskee Family Church Annual Christmas Blessing Service on December 24th at 10 AM. Worship with us and win great prizes as we celebrate the holiday!

Grateful Holiday Jam
2023-12-23 18:00 - 23:30 | Trail Lakes Campground, 40904 Tamiami Trail E, Ochopee, FL, 34141, United States
Come join us for a festive and fun-filled event at the Trail Lakes Campground in Ochopee, FL, USA! Get ready to celebrate the holiday season with one of South Florida’s longest running Grateful Dead bands . We have lined up an amazing night of live music and a campfire gathering for everyone to enjoy. Whether you’re a music lover or just looking for a good time, this event is perfect for you. So mark your calendars and get ready to jam at the Holiday Jam! We can’t wait to see you there!
Primitive Camping included with GA Ticket
Electric sites,RV,cabin, and hut upgrades are available through the Trail Lakes Campground office.
(800) 504-6554

Santa Claus is Coming to Town at Captain Morgan's Seafood Grill, 102 S Copeland Ave Everglades City
2023-12-23 14:00 - 16:00, 2023-12-22 14:00 - 16:00 | Captain Morgan’s Seafood Grill Corp, 102 S Copeland Ave, Everglades City, FL, 34139, United States
Santa Claus is making a special stop at Captain Morgan’s December 22 & 23 | 2 – 4 pm
Stop by to tell Santa what you want for Christmas.
Don’t forget to bring your camera!

Santa & Mrs. Claus at Skunkape
2023-12-23 12:00 - 14:00 | Skunkape Headquarters, 40904 Tamiami Trail E, Ochopee, FL, 34141, United States
Santa Claus is coming to town! Come get your family photos taken with Santa & Mrs. Claus on Saturday December 23rd from 12 pm to 2 pm. Our shop is fully stocked with great last-minute holiday gifts and Christmas cheer! Free-admission to the Reptile Exhibit for the day !

Third Thursday Talk at the Museum of the Everglades
2023-12-21 14:00 - 15:00 | Museum of the Everglades, 105 Broadway Ave W, Everglades City, FL, 34139, United States
The Third Thursday Talks hosted by the Museum of the Everglades are geared towards teaching and preserving the history of the area.
Get all the details at colliermuseums.com.

Christmas Dessert & Contest
2023-12-20 18:30 | Chokoloskee Family Church Of God, 1236 Demere Ln, Chokoloskee, FL, 34138, United States
Join us for the Chokoloskee Family Church Annual Christmas Dessert & Ugly Sweater Contest on December 20 at 6:30 pm. Don your ugliest sweater for a chance to win prizes.
