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This Weekend in Fort Myers: August 7–9

  • August 2026
  • Fort Myers Living Staff
Downtown Fort Myers Florida

The second weekend of August is a good one to be out and about in Fort Myers. Art walks, a farmers market, and a big afternoon of family fun with adoptable pets. Here are five ways to enjoy it.

Rainbow Bridge Pet Memorial Groundbreaking

Friday, August 7, 5:00 p.m. Alliance for the Arts, 10091 McGregor Blvd. Join friends and neighbors as the Alliance breaks ground on a peaceful new place to remember beloved pets.

August Galleries Opening Reception at the Alliance for the Arts

Friday, August 7, 5:00 to 7:00 p.m. Alliance for the Arts, 10091 McGregor Blvd. Be among the first to see new exhibitions from Art Quilters Unlimited and the Southwest Florida Fine Arts Craft Guild. The works stay on display through September 26.

August Music & Art Walk

Friday, August 7, 6:00 p.m. Historic Downtown River District, near 2200 First Street. Stroll through downtown as galleries, artists, live music, and open studios fill the streets.

Fort Myers Farmers Market

Saturday, August 8, 9:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. First Street and Broadway, downtown Fort Myers. Fresh produce, local treats, and handmade goods every Saturday morning, all year long.

Pets, Parents & Plenty of Fun: Back-to-School Fair

Saturday, August 8, 3:00 p.m. Gulf Coast Humane Society, 2025 Arcadia Street. Celebrate the end of summer with the whole family at this community fair, and maybe meet a new furry friend while you are there.

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