Visit Everglades City

Fresh Market
2025-12-26 10:00 - 14:00, 2025-12-28 10:00 - 14:00, 2026-01-02 10:00 - 14:00, 2026-01-04 10:00 - 14:00, 2026-01-09 10:00 - 14:00, 2026-01-11 10:00 - 14:00, 2026-01-16 10:00 - 14:00, 2026-01-18 10:00 - 14:00 (America/New_York) and 4 more dates | Everglades City Post Office, 601 Collier Ave, Everglades City, FL, 34139, United States
Find farm-fresh produce on Fridays and Sundays from 10 am to 2 pm next to the Everglades City Post Office.

Food Pantry
2025-12-31 09:30 - 12:00, 2026-01-07 09:30 - 12:00, 2026-01-14 09:30 - 12:00, 2026-01-21 09:30 - 12:00, 2026-01-28 09:30 - 12:00 | 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.”

Rod & Gun First Friday Social
2026-01-02 17:00 - 18:00 | Rod & Gun Club, 200 Riverside Drive, Everglades City, FL, 34139, United States
Step inside the Historic Bar at the Rod & Gun Club for an easygoing community get-together. On December 5 and January 2 at 5pm, locals and longtime friends gather to share stories, swap memories, and enjoy the kind of Old Florida atmosphere that only the Rod & Gun can offer.
Come spend an evening “where history, community, and the Everglades meet.”

First Tuesday – Guided Walking Tour & Lunch
2026-01-06 10:30 - 13:30 | Bank of Everglades, 201 Broadway Ave W, Ochopee, FL, 34141, United States
Experience Everglades City’s history up close while supporting the Historic Bank of Everglades Building Fundraising Project. This small-group tour (limited to just 12 people) includes a guided walk through key historic sites, lunch at the iconic Rod & Gun Club, and a bag of goodies from the Welcome Center.
Cost: $150 per personDiscount available for MembersReservations required.
Email: snookcity@gmail.comCall/Text: (239) 719-0020

Rep. Díaz-Balart’s in EC Office
2026-01-06 14:30 - 17:00 | Everglades City Hall, 102 Copeland Ave N., Everglades City, FL, 34139, United States
Every first Tuesday at 2:30 pm, a member of Congressman Mario Diaz-Balart’s team will be at Everglades City Hall to assist with federal casework, including USPS, social security, veterans’ benefits, immigration, and other federal issues.

City Council Meeting
2026-01-06 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/public-notice

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.

CCPS No School
2026-01-19 | Everglades City School, 415 E School Dr, Everglades City, FL, 34139, United States
Collier County Public Schools have no classes today. See the 2025-2026 school calendar for details.
Recent & upcoming early dismissals and closures:

1/19 No School: Martin Luther King Day
2/11 Early Dismissal: Professional Learning for Teachers
2/16 No School: President’s Day
3/6 No School: Teacher Plan Day
3/9-13 No School: Spring Break
3/25 Early Dismissal: Professional Learning for Teachers
4/3 No School
5/22 Early Dismissal: Graduation Week
5/25 No School: Memorial Day
5/29 Early Dismissal: Last Day for Students

Code Enforcement & Planning & Zoning Meetings
2026-01-20 18:00 - 19:00 | Everglades City Hall, 102 Copeland Ave N., Everglades City, FL, 34139, United States
Code Enforcement and Planning & Zoning 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/Meetings-Agendas

Smallwood Store 100th Centennial Celebration
2026-01-23 11:00 - 2026-01-24 19:00 | Smallwood Store, 360 Mamie St, Chokoloskee, FL, 34138, United States
Celebrate 100 years of history at the iconic Smallwood Store during a two-day centennial event on Friday and Saturday, January 23–24, 2026, beginning at 11 a.m. each day.
The celebration will feature live music, Native American arts and crafts, food vendors including Caloosa Catering, boat tours, and family-friendly activities throughout the weekend. Friday and Saturday will each offer a full lineup of entertainment, with bands, raffles, and special programming tied to the store’s century-long role in the Everglades.
The Everglades Society for Historic Preservation (ESHP) will have a table onsite, sharing information and celebrating the area’s rich history alongside the community.
Admission is $15. This milestone event offers a rare opportunity to experience local culture, music, and Everglades history in one of the region’s most historic settings.

Holy Family Church Outreach Program
2026-01-28 09:00 - 11:00 | Holy Family Catholic Church, 200 Datura St E, Everglades City, FL, 34139, United States
Volunteers from SVDP San Marco Conference will have office hours from 9 to 11 am at the Holy Family Church to help those that need financial assistance on the 4th Wednesday of the month.
Please make your appointment for the interview in advance by calling (239) 259-4591 or (239) 259-4593. You can also request an appointment via email using the following email address: svdpsanmarco@gmail.com
When contacting us, please leave your name, phone number, and the kind of assistance you are requesting. Those who have appointments will be contacted prior to the interview.

Paint Along at HavAnna Café
2026-01-28 16:00 - 18:00 | HavAnnA Cafe, 191 Smallwood Dr, Chokoloskee, FL, 34138, United States
When: Last Wednesday of each month
Time: 4:00 – 6:00 PM
Cost: $20 per person
Where: HavAnna Café
Join local artist Lisa Gilmore for a relaxed, hands-on paint-along at HavAnna Café. Each session focuses on painting natural elements such as leaves, coconuts, shells, and rocks.
Participants should bring their own natural items to paint. All other painting supplies are provided. No prior painting experience is required.
Questions:
Lisa Gilmore — 239-877-3998

42nd Annual Mulett Festival
2026-01-30 13:00 - 22:00, 2026-01-31 08:00 - 17:00, 2026-02-01 08:00 - 17:00 | Stan’s Idle Hour, 221 Harbor Pl, Goodland, 34140, United States
The 42nd Annual Mullet Festival returns to Goodland this weekend at Stan’s Idle Hour Restaurant, bringing three days of live music, local tradition, and classic island fun. From afternoon sets to evening shows, the festival delivers a full lineup of entertainment in true Goodland style.
Full schedule, band lineup, and event details are available here:42nd-annual-mulett-festival

Fly-In Pancake Breakfast at Everglades Airpark
2026-01-31 09:30 - 23:30 | Everglades Airpark (X01)
Due to forecasted inclement weather, the Fly-In Pancake Breakfast at Everglades Airpark (X01) scheduled for Saturday, January 31 has been canceled.
The event will be rescheduled for March, with a new date announced soon.
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Due to forecasted inclement weather, the Fly-In Pancake Breakfast at Everglades Airpark (X01) scheduled for Saturday, January 31 has been canceled.
The event will be rescheduled for March, with a new date announced soon.
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Fly-In Pancake Breakfast at Everglades Airpark
Date: January 31, 2026Time: 9:30 AM – 11:30 AMLocation: Everglades Airpark (X01), Everglades City, FL
We’re excited to promote this event again featuring a delicious spread of pancakes, sausage, juice, coffee, and fresh fruit. Local and visiting pilots will gather for a casual morning fly-in at one of Florida’s most scenic airparks, nestled in the heart of the Everglades. This community breakfast offers a relaxed way to connect, enjoy great food, and take in beautiful natural views.
Pilots can expect a welcoming airstrip and friendly faces. Fuel is available on-site (100LL). CTAF/Unicom: 123.075 MHz.
For more details, contact Paul Sims at 863-207-4731.
