Information about Fort Myers Festivals
Fort Myers has events and festivals running all year round; many celebrate the city's rich natural and cultural heritage, while others are simply a time for townspeople and visitors to get together and have a great time.It is worthwhile consulting Fort Myers' tourism information centres to see if your arrival coincides with any the numerous festivals or special events. The most notable of the annual events include:
- The Edison Festival of Light is a three-week festival in February celebrating the works of Thomas Edison with science fairs, orchid shows and a sailing regatta.
- The Fort Myers Beach Shrimp Festival in March includes a queen's ball, parade and tasty treats for seafood lovers.
- The Caloosa Catch and Release Fishing Tournament is held in mid-June, with prizes for anglers who compete at all skill levels.
- The Ugly Dog Contest, a unique competition in which dog owners bring their pooches to compete for the title of 'Ugliest Dog in Fort Myers'.
- The Downtown Countdown begins in mid-December with downtown Fort Myers gearing up to the new year with a number of festivities including live music and firework shows.
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