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56th Annual Everglades Seafood Festival
2026-02-14 10:00 - 22:00 (America/New_York) | Everglades City Hall, 102 Copeland Ave N., Everglades City, FL, 34139, United States
Saturday is the busiest and most music-packed day of the 56th Annual Everglades Seafood Festival, drawing large crowds to Everglades City for a full day of performances, food, and community celebration. Presented by the Florida Stone Crabbers Association (FLSCA), the festival continues just outside Everglades City Hall at 102 Copeland Ave. North.
Saturday features nonstop live music throughout the day and evening, highlighted by national and regional acts, along with seafood vendors, artisan booths, beverages, and carnival rides. With something happening nearly every hour, Saturday is the centerpiece of the three-day festival.
Saturday 02/14
10 am – 10 pm
Saturday Entertainment Schedule
Emcee: Gator Nate
10:00–10:45 am Opening Ceremony
10:55 am National Anthem – Mary Jo O’Regan
11:00–12:00 pm Edison Schetter
12:30–1:30 pm Bandana Brothers
2:00–3:00 pm Jack Shealy Band
3:30–4:30 pm CJ Garton
5:00–6:00 pm Gator Nate
7:00–8:30 pm Tyler Farr (Headliner)
9:00–10:00 pm The American Stones (Rolling Stones Tribute)
More Info: https://evergladesseafoodfestival.org/

GCA Pancake Breakfast
2026-02-15 08:00 - 11:00 | Goodland Community Center, 417 Mango Avenue, Goodland, FL, 34140, United States
Join us in Goodland for ALL YOU CAN EAT delicious pancakes, sausage, coffee and orange juice served up by some of the sweetest Goodlanders in the village!
$8 for Adults | $3 for Children
Goodland Community Center 417 Mango Avenue, Goodland.

Fresh Market
2026-02-15 10:00 - 14:00, 2026-02-20 10:00 - 14:00, 2026-02-22 10:00 - 14:00, 2026-02-27 10:00 - 14:00, 2026-03-01 10:00 - 14:00, 2026-03-06 10:00 - 14:00 | 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.

56th Annual Everglades Seafood Festival
2026-02-15 11:00 - 18:00 | Everglades City Hall, 102 Copeland Ave N., Everglades City, FL, 34139, United States
Sunday wraps up the 56th Annual Everglades Seafood Festival with a relaxed, community-focused day in Everglades City. Presented by the Florida Stone Crabbers Association (FLSCA), the final day takes place just outside Everglades City Hall at 102 Copeland Ave. North.
Sunday is known for its easygoing pace, blending live music throughout the day with seafood, artisan vendors, merchandise booths, beverages, and carnival rides. It’s a favorite day for families and visitors looking to enjoy the festival atmosphere before heading home.
Sunday 02/15
11 am – 6 pm
Things to Know

This is a high-attendance event with large crowds
No lawn chairs, coolers, or pets permitted
Beverage and carnival ride tickets are cash only
ATMs available onsite

Sunday Entertainment Schedule
Emcee: Gator Nate
11:00–11:45 am Chokoloskee Church Worship Band
12:00–1:00 pm Jorden Guess
1:30–2:30 pm Wes Shipp
3:00–4:00 pm Charlie Pace Band
4:30–6:00 pm Meet Loaf (Meat Loaf Tribute)
More Info: https://evergladesseafoodfestival.org/

CCPS No School
2026-02-16 | 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:

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
2026-02-17 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

Food Pantry
2026-02-18 09:30 - 12:00, 2026-02-25 09:30 - 12:00, 2026-03-04 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 HavAnnA Cafe
2026-02-19 08:30 - 10:00 | HavAnnA Cafe, 191 Smallwood Dr, Chokoloskee, FL, 34138, United States
Ladies Coffee is a laid-back weekly gathering for women who enjoy good conversation, familiar faces, and the discovery of new friendships over breakfast and coffee. There’s no agenda, no dues, and no pressure — just an open seat at the table and a welcoming group.
Each week, the group rotates between four local favorites:

City Seafood
Dulce’s
HavAnna Café
Island Café

Thursdays at 8:30 AM

Ribbon Cutting Celebrates Boardwalk Reopening, Fakahatchee Strand
2026-02-21 10:00 - 11:30 | Fakahatchee Strand Preserve State Park, 137 Coast Line Dr, Copeland, FL, 34137, United States
The full boardwalk system at Fakahatchee Strand Preserve State Park is officially reopening end-to-end for the first time in years.
Saturday, February 21
10:00–11:30 AM
Fakahatchee Strand Preserve State Park
The ceremony is hosted by the Florida Department of Environmental Protection Division of Recreation and Parks in partnership with Friends of Fakahatchee.
This reopening includes the newer boardwalk section that opened in February 2024 along with the reconstructed original boardwalk completed in November 2025. For the first time since hurricane damage disrupted access, visitors can once again walk the entire system through the heart of the strand.
Fakahatchee protects one of the largest preserved cypress strand swamps in North America. This landscape supports:

Rare native orchids, including the ghost orchid
Florida panther habitat
Bromeliads and air plants
Old-growth bald cypress ecosystems

The elevated boardwalk makes this fragile habitat accessible while protecting sensitive wetlands beneath it.
If you’ve been waiting to walk it again — or have never experienced it end-to-end — this is the time.

Exhibit Open | Growing Obsession: The Enchanting Story of Orchids in the Everglades
2026-02-24 | Museum of the Everglades, 105 Broadway Ave W, Everglades City, FL, 34139, United States
Exhibit Dates: February 24, 2026 – June 20, 2026
The Sunshine State is home to over one hundred different species of orchids. More than half of these are found is South Florida, with many of the rarest and most obscure specimens found only deep in the wild landscape of the Everglades.
This exhibit explores the exotic beauty of these often otherworldly florae as well as their role in some of the more significant and occasionally notorious chapters of our region’s history. The passion these unique plants inspire—sometimes bordering on mania—has been compared to the “gold fever” experienced by treasure hunters. Botanical researchers and horticultural enthusiasts from around the world make obligatory pilgrimages to the nearby Fakahatchee Strand Preserve State Park—known as the Orchid Capital of North America due to its rich concentration of almost fifty different flowering plants in the Orchidaceae family, including the ever-elusive Ghost Orchid.
Combining breathtaking imagery, historical accounts, and the engaging stories of local personalities inextricably linked to these blossoming beauties and the madness they occasionally inspire, Growing Obsession gives each visitor a glimpse of the haunting beauty and elemental magic that can sometimes be found in the Everglades and its extraordinary flora.

Holy Family Church Outreach Program
2026-02-25 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.

Ladies’ Coffee at Island Cafe
2026-02-26 08:30 - 10:00 | Island Cafe, 305 Collier Ave, Everglades City, FL, 34139, United States

Big Cypress Celebration
2026-02-28 08:30 - 15:30 | Big Cypress National Preserve, 33000 Tamiami Trail E., Ochopee, FL, 34141, United States
Celebrate the natural beauty of Big Cypress National Preserve during this family-friendly day of exploration and connection. The Big Cypress Celebration brings together guided hikes, hands-on learning, live music, food, and activities for all ages — all in support of Florida’s national parks through the Alliance for Florida’s National Parks.
More Info: floridanationalparks.org/event/big-cypress-celebration

76th Anniversary Wild Hog BBQ
2026-02-28 10:00 - 17:00 | FL
76th Annual Wild Hog BBQ Festival
Get ready for an unforgettable adventure at the 76th Annual Wild Hog BBQ! This is not just any BBQ event, but a celebration of our deep-rooted traditions in Ochopee, Florida.
More than Just a BBQ
The Wild Hog BBQ is a festival of joy and togetherness. From live music performances from Jack Shealy Band and Aj & Southern Stampede, we have a host of entertainment options lined up for you. Soak in the vibrant atmosphere.
A Family-Friendly Event
This is a family-friendly event, with something for everyone. Children can enjoy a variety of fun and engaging activities, while adults can sit back, relax. So, bring your family and friends along and make some unforgettable memories at the 76th Annual Wild Hog BBQ Festival.
Sustainability Matters
We believe in sustainable practices. Food and beverages will be available for purchase. We also encourage our guests to bring chairs to sit back and relax while enjoying the entertainment and small coolers are also allowed. BYOB
We can’t wait to celebrate with you at the 76th Annual Wild Hog BBQ Festival!
Saturday, February 28, 2026 • Gates open at 10am50940 Loop Road, Ochopee, FL
Tickets are $25 for adults and $15 for children.
Learn more or purchase tickets here:https://evergladesconservationsportsmanclub.com/wildhogbbq-1

Paint Along at HavAnna Café
2026-02-28 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

Cecil’s Famous BBQ Chicken Bash 2026
2026-02-28 16:30 - 18:00 | McLeod Park, Copeland Ave & Hibiscus St W,, Everglades City, FL, 34141, United States
The Everglades Lions Club is firing up the grill again for one of the community’s favorite annual dinners.
Cecil’s Famous BBQ Chicken Bash will take place on Saturday, February 28, 2026, from 4:30 PM to 6:00 PM at McLeod Park in Everglades City.
Guests will enjoy:

BBQ Chicken
Baked Beans
Coleslaw
Brownies

Hosted by the Everglades Lions Club, this early-evening dinner is a great way to support local service projects while enjoying a hearty, classic barbecue plate.
Pre-sale tickets are required.
For tickets, contact: (419) 350-6650 or (863) 557-4533
Come hungry — and come early.

First Tuesday – Guided Walking Tour & Lunch
2026-03-03 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
2026-03-03 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
2026-03-03 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/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.

Ladies’ Coffee at City Seafood
2026-03-05 08:30 - 10:00 | City Seafood, 702 Begonia St, Everglades City, 34139, United States

CCPS No School
2026-03-06 | 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:

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

Garage Sale in Fisherman's Cove Rec Hall
2026-03-06 08:00 - 17:00 | Fishermans Cove, 675 Copeland Ave. South, Everglades City, FL, 34139, United States
Sale inside Rec Hall at Fisherman’s Cove, 675 Copeland Ave. S. January 26 & 27. 8am-5pm. Lots of good stuff priced to sell!

Rod & Gun First Friday Social
2026-03-06 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.”
