LEE COUNTY, Fla. — Looking for something fun to do this weekend? Southwest Florida is buzzing with exciting events from wellness festivals to superhero parties. Here's a look at a few of the things happening around SWFL.
Bonita Wellness Fest at Rooftop Riverside
The first-ever Bonita Welness Fest is coming to Rooftop at Riverside this Sunday, offering a perfect blend of fitnesds, relaxation and community conneciton.
The event kicks off at 10 a.m. with a run led by Bonita Run Club, followed by HIIT and yoga sessions suitable for all fitness levels. For those brave enough, a $5 ice bath recovery experience will be available.
DJ Rickie Sharp will provide live music while attendees explore the Wellness Lounge featuring seven curated vendors, massage therapy, compression leg treatments, and more.
Tickets are $35 for early birds and $45 at the door, with a portion of proceeds benefiting Friends of BERT (Bonita Estero Rail Trail).
Power up with Superheroes at Gulf Coast Town Center
Grab your capes and masks for the Power Up for Summer event at Gulf Coast Town Center on Saturday from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m.
This family-friendly superhero bash features a costume contest with prizes including a GameTime Family 4-Pack. Kids can meet Captain America and Wonder Woman, plus real-life heroes from the Lee County Sheriff's Office and San Carlos Park Fire Department.
The free event includes a live DJ and summer games in The Courtyard area.
Fringe Fort Myers brings uncensored arts to Alliance for the Arts
Southwest Florida's first-ever Fringe festival runs May 29 through June 1, bringing bold, uncensored performances to Alliance for the Arts.
Over four days, 27 different performances will take place across two stages at Alliance for the Arts and Broadway Palm Dinner Theatre. Think... improv, comedy, mind-reading and more.
Tickets are $15 for non-members, $12 for members, or $120 for a festival pass that grants access to all performances.
Xavier Riddle and The Secret Museum
The Golisano Children's Museum of Naples is inviting families to step back in time with its newest exhibit, Xavier Riddle and the Secret Museum. Opening May 24, the interactive experience brings to life the popular PBS KIDS TV series where visitors can meet inspirational historical figures including paleontologist Mary Anning, botanist George Washington Carver and chemist Marie Curie.
Young adventurers will have the opportunity to sneak through a hidden passage to the Secret Museum and use holograms to unlock different time periods, while learning about the traits that make everyday heroes. The exhibit, which is included with museum admission, will remain at the children's museum through August 31
No matter what you do this weekend bring and umbrella because we are expecting rain on Saturday and Sunday. Stay safe and have fun!
~Amy
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