Where can I see Christmas boat parades in Naples, Marco?

Where can I see Christmas boat parades in Naples, Marco?

Dave Osborn and Charles Runnells | Fort Myers News-Press & Naples Daily News

 

Christmas boat parades once again will light up Southwest Florida waterways this holiday season.

 

Nautical types will deck out boat decks with everything from stringed holiday lights to inflatables and other Christmas decor.

 

Here’s a few to check out from Marco Island to Cape Coral.

 

COLLIER COUNTY

 

36th Annual Marine Industries Christmas Boat Parade
Saturday Dec. 13 6pm
Watch from Naples City Dock with a ticket but the boat parade can be viewed from local restaurants.

 

Marco Island Christmas Island Style Boat Parade
Saturday, Dec. 20 6pm.
On the Marco River. Best viewing spots are The Esplanade, Smokehouse Bay and The Snook Inn.

 

LEE COUNTY

 

Bonita Springs Christmas Boat Parade
Will not be hosted this year.

 

Fort Myers Beach Boat Parade
Saturday, Dec. 6 6pm
The 37th-annual Fort Myers Beach Boat Parade returns with more decorated, illuminated boats traveling along the Fort Myers Beach shoreline.

 

Cape Coral Holiday Boat-A-Long
Saturday, Dec. 20
The festival takes place 4-9pm, Boat Parade at 6pm.
Free
Annual festival featuring holiday-themed stage entertainment, food trucks, crafts, Santa Claus, an outdoor movie on a big inflatable screen and the main event: A parade of boats decorated with lights and inflatables.

 

Get parade details and see photos on naplesnews.com.

Six awesome locations we recommend for kayaking and canoeing in Southwest Florida

Six awesome locations we recommend for kayaking and canoeing in Southwest Florida

Mark H. Bickel and Chad Gillis | Naples Daily News

Let’s have a paddle pow-wow.

And let’s admit, there’s no better place to do that than right here in Southwest Florida, a place some people might cal a paddler’s paradise.

Now that the weather is starting to become more “seasonal friendly” the next few months might be the best time to enjoy gliding in the water.

Why is Southwest Florida considered a great place to put a kayak or canoe in the water?

Warm, shallow waterways litter the coast, from small creeks and rivers on the mainland side to the open Gulf.

You can fish, ogle at the plethora of exotic birds, scan the horizon for dolphins or simply soak in the sun.

And paddling is a great way to get some exercise, all while enjoying a landscape people travel from across the world to see.

From the interior cypress swamps to the bays and beaches, water and small boats just go together here.

Here are our best places to paddle. Enjoy!

Cape Romano
Located at the northern edge of Ten Thousand Islands National Wildlife Refuge, Cape Romano is a popular destination for both day-trips and overnight adventures.

There are five more places to kayak in Southwest Florida. Read the full story on naplesnews.com.

Looking for a home with easy access to the outdoor recreation of Southwest Florida? Contact David at David@DavidFlorida.com or 239-285-1086.

What to Do in Naples This August 2025: Local Events, Beach Bliss & Nature Escapes

What to Do in Naples This August 2025: Local Events, Beach Bliss & Nature Escapes

☀️ August Highlights
1. Cirque du Soleil: Ovo
Join the internationally acclaimed Cirque du Soleil’s “Ovo” at Hertz Arena from July 31 through August 3, 2025. Expect acrobatics, insects and wonder for all ages. (Lindy Petrina, NaplesLive239)

2. Third Street South Farmer’s Market
Every Saturday morning at 7:30 AM, explore fresh produce, artisan crafts, and local food vendors in Old Naples. A perfect early‑start for food lovers. (NaplesLive239, Naples, FL)

3. FC Naples Soccer Matches
Catch FC Naples home games—e.g. August 6 & 9, 5 PM at Paradise Coast Sports Complex. Great for family fun and local sports spirit. (NaplesLive239)

4. Beach Yoga & Island Yoga Cruise
Morning beach yoga on Vanderbilt Beach every Wednesday and Sunday, plus a unique Island Yoga Cruise (August 2) on Keewaydin Island hosted by Pure Florida. (Visit Naples)

5. Art & Culture at Artis—Naples / Baker Museum
Visit The Baker Museum within Artis—Naples. Enjoy contemporary exhibits, lectures, workshops, and Art After Hours (free last‑Wednesday events in the evenings). (Wikipedia)

There’s lots more on naplesnewsnow.com.

Are you looking for a home in the Naples, Florida area? Contact David at David@DavidFlorida.com or 239-285-1086.

Five things to know about improvements at Collier County’s 951 boat ramp

Five things to know about improvements at Collier County’s 951 boat ramp

J. Kyle Foster | Naples Daily News

As construction continues at one of Collier County’s most popular boat ramps, here are five things to know about the Collier Boulevard Boating Park and Caxambas Park, where damage by Hurricane Ian superseded the start of work at the Collier ramp.

1. Boat park major renovations first in 16 years
In August 2009, Collier County began a project to expand parking at the Collier Boulevard Boating Park, also known as the 951 boat ramp. Parking spaces were increased to 88 from 10, including 83 for boat trailers.

The park, on SR/CR 951 just north of Marco Island’s S.S. Jolley Bridge and east across 951 from Isles of Capri, was reopened in February 2010.

2. Current renovations began in mid-February
The 951 boat ramp closed the day after nearby Caxambas Park on Marco Island reopened Feb. 15, 2025. County officials planned the repairs to leave options for boaters.

On Collier Boulevard, the seawall has been replaced at the boating park, along with boat ramp structures and timber pilings. An Americans with Disabilities (ADA) compliant gangway and an ADA-compliant sidewalk leading to it from the parking lot have been built.

Read the full article and see photos and video on naplesnews.com.

Are you looking for a home close to boating and year-round outdoor recreation in sunny Southwest Florida? Searching for your perfect home in the Naples area? Contact David today at David@DavidFlorida.com or 239-285-1086.