Visit Everglades City

Free Park Day
2024-11-11 | FL
Everglades National Park will increase entrance fees starting January 1, 2024. Vehicle and vessel fees will increase to $35 for a seven-day pass, while other modes of entry will go up by $5. The annual pass will cost $70.
See below for Fee Free Days in the park. The fee waiver for the fee free days applies only to entrance fees and does not cover amenity or user fees for camping, boat launches, transportation, special tours, or other activities.
Free Days At The Park
November 11: Veterans Day
Learn More: https://www.nps.gov/planyourvisit/fee-free-parks.htm

Everglades Book Club
2024-11-12 09:30 - 12:00 (America/New_York) | FL
Meetings are open to all. We just read the book, have wonderful discussions and make new friendships.

Nov. 12 Gator Country by Rebecca Renner – 9:30 am hosted by Patty Huff at 207 N. Storter Ave. EC
Dec. 10 The Women by Kristin Hannah – 9:30 am hosted by Diann Lock at 498 Collier Ave. EC
Jan. 14 The Heaven and Earth Grocery Store by James McBride – 9:30 am Volunteer Needed to Host
Feb. 11 The Lemon Tree by Sandy Tolan – 9:30 am Volunteer Needed to Host
Mar. 11 Someone Else’s Shoes by Jojo Moyes – 9:30 am hosted by Dianna Pollock at Location TBA
April 8 Lessons in Chemistry by Bonnie Garmus – 9:30 am Volunteer Needed to Host

Questions or to host a meeting contact Diann Lock at dmlock333@gmail.com

Fall Homeschool Day: Invaders of the Everglades
2024-11-12 10:00 - 13:00 | Museum of the Everglades, 105 Broadway Ave W, Everglades City, FL, 34139, United States
In conjunction with Museum of the Everglades’ latest special exhibit, “Python Hunters: Preserving Paradise One Snake at a Time,” Fall Homeschool Day 2024 will be talking about all things invasive that are impacting our unique Florida ecology! Learn about how invasive animals like the python, iguana, and curly-tailed lizard have made a home here in Southwest Florida, whether we like it or not, and the efforts to stop them. You’ll even get to observe some of these invasive animals up close! We’ll also feature other invasives, like insects and plants! This program features different hands-on activities and special exhibit exploration geared toward preschool, elementary, and middle and high school students. Parking at Museum of the Everglades is limited, you can park along medians as well as in McLeod Park across the street from the museum.

Food Pantry
2024-11-13 09:30 - 12:00, 2024-11-20 09:30 - 12:00, 2024-11-27 09:30 - 12:00, 2024-12-04 09:30 - 12:00, 2024-12-11 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.”

Ladies' Coffee at Island Cafe
2024-11-14 08:30 - 10:00 | Island Cafe, 305 Collier Ave, Everglades City, FL, 34139, 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.

Code Enforcement & Planning & Zoning Meetings
2024-11-19 18:00 - 19:00, 2024-12-17 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

Ladies' Coffee at City Seafood
2024-11-21 08:30 - 10:00, 2024-12-12 08:30 - 10:00 | City Seafood, 702 Begonia St, Everglades City, 34139, United States

Third Thursday Talk at the Museum of the Everglades
2024-11-21 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.

Mullet Rapper In Stand
2024-11-23, 2024-12-07 | FL
Pick up the new Mullet Rapper Issue from any one of our Newsstand locations. Find a location at: https://visitevergladescity.com/places/tags/mullet-rapper-newsstands/

CCPS No School
2024-11-27 - 2024-11-29 | FL
Collier County Public Schools have no classes today. See the 2024-2025 school calendar for details.
Recent & upcoming early dismissals and closures:

09/02 No School: Labor Day
09/18 Early Dismissal: Professional Learning for Teachers
10/03 No School: Teacher Professional Development
10/18 No School: Teacher Planning Day
11/27-29 No School: Thanksgiving Break
12/23-31 No School: Winter Break

Friendsgiving Potluck
2024-11-27 16:00 - 20:00 | HavAnnA Cafe, 191 Smallwood Dr, Chokoloskee, FL, 34138, United States
HavAnnA Café is hosting a Friendsgiving potluck on Wednesday, November 27, from 4 pm to close. Bring a dish to share or contribute $20 for an evening of food, friendship, and community connection.

Ladies' Coffee at HavAnnA Cafe
2024-11-28 08:30 - 10:00 | HavAnnA Cafe, 191 Smallwood Dr, Chokoloskee, FL, 34138, United States

Thanksgiving Dinner
2024-11-28 14:00 - 16:00 | First Baptist Church of Everglades City, 416 E School Dr, Everglades City, FL, 34139, United States
First Baptist Church of Everglades City will host a Thanksgiving dinner on Thanksgiving Day, November 28, 2024, at 2 pm. All are welcome!

Rep. Díaz-Balart’s in EC Office
2024-12-03 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
2024-12-03 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.

Ladies' Coffee at Everglades Cafe
2024-12-05 08:30 - 10:00 | Everglades Cafe, 207 West Broadway, Ochopee, 34141, United States

Art in the Glades
2024-12-07 10:00 - 13:00 | McLeod Park, Copeland Ave & Hibiscus St W,, Everglades City, FL, 34141, United States
Saturday, December 7: ART*in*the*GLADES
10:00am-1:00pm, McLeod Park, Everglades City, FL, 34139
Do your holiday shopping at the Art in the Glades event on Saturday, December 7th from 10 am to 1 pm at McLeod Park! Discover a treasure trove of unique gifts crafted by local artisans.
Admission: free
For info, phone Marya at (239) 451-0265

2024 Swamp Heritage Festival
2024-12-07 10:00 - 15:30 | Big Cypress National Preserve, 33000 Tamiami Trail E., Ochopee, FL, 34141, United States
The 2024 Swamp Heritage Festival celebrates 50 years of Big Cypress National Preserve and honors the generations that protected this area before it became a national preserve. The theme of this year’s festival is to ‘Celebrate Cypress’ through cultural demonstrations, storytelling, and hands-on activities that highlight the preserve’s unique history and significance. Visitors will learn about the past through engaging speakers, music, traditional arts, and exhibits showcasing the area’s plants, animals, and technology. Activities like archery, swamp buggy rides, and displays on airboats and Miccosukee culture will also be featured.
This year, the Miccosukee Tribe has played a key role in the festival, with their logo and tribal members featured in promotional materials. The event, held on December 7th from 10:00 am to 3:30 pm, will include remarks from Preserve Superintendent Tom Forsyth, photographer Clyde Butcher, and Miccosukee Tribe Chairman Cypress Talbert. Guests can enjoy traditional food, browse local artist booths, and attend demonstrations on boat carving, fly-tying, and cattleman whip cracking. Featured speakers include Randy Noles, Dallas Townsend, and William J. ‘Popeye’ Osceola.

Annual Christmas Boat Parade Everglades City 2024
2024-12-07 17:00 - 19:00 | FL
Join us for the upcoming Annual Everglades City Boat Parade on December 7th! This cherished tradition has been sailing strong since 2007 and has seen as many as 17 boats participate in the past. Anticipation is high for an exciting event this year!
Decorate your boat and meet at the mouth of the Barron River by Outward Bound Base Camp at 5 – 5:15 pm. We set sail after sunset, heading to City Seafood Beach Bar.
The boats will gracefully traverse the Barron River along Riverside Drive, Hibiscus, and N. Storter Ave, with a special stop at City Seafood Beach Bar.
To watch, the best spots are anywhere along the Barron River, including popular locations such as the Everglades Rod & Gun Club, Triad Seafood Market & Cafe, Camellia Street Grill, and City Seafood.
Come celebrate the joy of Christmas with us at this enchanting event!

Christmas Tree Lighting & Parade
2024-12-07 17:00 - 20:00 | Everglades City Hall, 102 Copeland Ave N., Everglades City, FL, 34139, United States
Everglades City and the Booster Club are hosting the Christmas Tree Lighting and Parade! Get ready for a festive family evening with Christmas lights, raffle prizes, food, and plenty of holiday cheer.

Holiday Meet & Greet
2024-12-11 10:00 - 15:00 | Big Cypress Gallery, 52388 Tamiami Trail, Ochopee, FL, 34141, United States
Join us for a special exhibit showcasing Clyde Butcher’s stunning photographs taken exclusively within the Preserve. Clyde and Niki Butcher will be at the gallery for the day, signing books, sharing stories of their adventures in the swamp, and celebrating a place that has been central to their lives and work.
Find out more: https://clydebutcher.com

Everglades Book Club
2024-12-12 09:30 - 12:00 | FL
Meetings are open to all. We just read the book, have wonderful discussions and make new friendships.

Dec. 12 The Women by Kristin Hannah – 9:30 am hosted by Diann Lock at 498 Collier Ave. EC
Jan. 9 The Heaven and Earth Grocery Store by James McBride – 9:30 am Volunteer Needed to Host
Feb. 13 The Lemon Tree by Sandy Tolan – 9:30 am Volunteer Needed to Host
Mar. 13 Someone Else’s Shoes by Jojo Moyes – 9:30 am hosted by Dianna Pollock at Location TBA
April 10 Lessons in Chemistry by Bonnie Garmus – 9:30 am Volunteer Needed to Host

Questions or to host a meeting contact Diann Lock at dmlock333@gmail.com

Holiday Gift Wrapping
2024-12-14 12:00 - 14:00 | Everglades City School, 415 E School Dr, Everglades City, FL, 34139, United States
Support your Everglades City Cheerleaders and let them wrap your gifts for a donation price of your choice!
For more info call Coach Kim at (239)537-1273
