On the first weekend in February, the Fort Myers waterfront comes to life with ArtFest! Explore exceptional art and fun experiences for the whole family. Discover the talent of nearly 200 artists from 31 states and their wide range of work, from traditional wall hangings to wearable art, sculptures, glass, ceramics, mixed media and more. And with a wide range of prices, there’s something for everyone — from the serious art lover to the casual collector.
ARTFEST DATES:
Friday, January 31 - Opening Night - 6 p.m. - 9 p.m.
Saturday, February 1, 10 a.m. - 5 p.m.
Sunday, February 2, 10 a.m. - 4 p.m.
ArtFest offers you a unique chance to personally meet and mingle with the artists, sample a variety of culinary delights, and enjoy live music and other family-friendly entertainment and events. Or experience ArtFest as one of our volunteers — we always have room for more! No matter how you enjoy ArtFest, your perfect weekend awaits.
Website: https://artfestfortmyers.com/
Saturday and Sunday, February 2-3, 2025
Opening Night Friday, January 31, 2025
Southwest Florida's Premier Art Festival
Overlooking the beautiful Downtown Fort Myers riverfront and yacht basin, this FREE art event welcomes all members of the greater Southwest Florida community.
Enjoy ArtFest Fort Myers Opening Night on Jan. 31st from 6 to 9 pm, with the Gulf Coast Symphony Pops Concert from 7 to 8:15 pm. Both events are free.
In collaboration with ArtFest Fort Myers, Gulf Coast Symphony is performing a free Pops Concert - Symphony on the Sound on the Opening Night of the annual art festival.
GETTING TO ARTFEST IS EASY ... PLENTY OF PARKING!
Parking is abundant all over downtown at city parking garages, city streets and special ArtFest parking lots. Look for the colorful Event Parking signs and flags.
Coming to downtown Fort Myers from the South?
Hot tips: Go for a route that comes in on Fowler for smooth sailing. Or I-75 to MLK Blvd for fast access.
Coming to downtown Fort Myers from the North?
More hot tips: Consider the Edison Bridge instead of Caloosahatchee Bridge. Or I-75 to Palm Beach Blvd for fast access.
FREE PARKING
On city streets, meters are free after 5pm Friday and all weekend. See the map for more options:
PREMIUM PARKING
CITY GARAGES
FREE TROLLEY
Free trolleys runs over festival weekend to and from the parking lots along two routes, as shown on the map. The LeeTran Downtown Trolley will also be running.
