Christmas Events for Kids in Fort Myers (2026)

Christmas Events for Kids
Written by Kelsey Cecil

16 min read

The Fort Myers area has 17 Christmas events for kids we could confirm for the 2026 season, from 51st Annual Holiday Nights Celebration in Fort Myers on November 27 to Johnsonville Night Lights in the Garden in Naples, which runs through January 3. 9 of them are free, and every listing links straight to the host. It is one stop on our guide to Christmas events for kids in Florida, part of our guide for every state.

The short version

  • 17 kids’ Christmas events confirmed in Fort Myers for 2026, in Fort Myers, Naples, Cape Coral and Estero
  • First: 51st Annual Holiday Nights Celebration, Fort Myers, November 27. Runs latest: Johnsonville Night Lights in the Garden, Naples, through January 3
  • Free: Holiday Family Storytime, 4th Annual Holiday Lighting Ceremony, Holiday Magic and Santa, Naples Santa Storytime, Santa and Mrs. Claus, Santa and Mrs. Claus Meet and Greet, Santa at Candy Cane Lane with Storybook Time, A Magical Holiday and Holiday Boat-a-Long
  • Checked on each host’s own page; each listing links straight to it
Watercolor illustration: Rally the corgi stands on a red train seat looking out at falling snow, a lit Christmas tree and a white dove. Text: Choo choo! The train starting could be heard. Hello cute white bird!
Rally watching the snow and a lit Christmas tree, from the pages of Rally Takes the Train.

Below is every event we could confirm, grouped by city, with the date, time, cost and the small things parents ask about (sign-ups, ages, what is included). Looking for a Santa train instead? Those are on our Florida Christmas train rides page.

Fort Myers Christmas events for kids at a glance

Kids’ Christmas events
17 confirmed for 2026
Cities
Fort Myers, Naples, Cape Coral and Estero
Season
November 27, 2026 to January 3, 2027
Free events
9
Kinds of events
tree lighting, Santa visit, holiday lights and holiday parade
Last checked

Plan your December

When each Fort Myers Christmas event for kids happens

The first is 51st Annual Holiday Nights Celebration in Fort Myers on November 27; the last runs to January 3. Each bar spans an event’s dates, not every hour in them, so check the host’s page for times.

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Christmas events for kids in Fort Myers

5 confirmed events for kids in Fort Myers, soonest first.

Fort Myers: 51st Annual Holiday Nights Celebration

Tree lightingEdison and Ford Winter Estates · Fort Myers

Host
Edison and Ford Winter Estates (opens in a new tab)
Where
Edison and Ford Winter Estates, 2350 McGregor Blvd, Fort Myers, FL 33901
When
Fri November 27 and Sat December 26, 2026, 5:30 to 9 pm
Cost
$23 adults, $13 teens, $3 ages 6 to 12, 5 and under free with paid adult
Ages
All ages
Confirmed
On the host’s page, checked

Holiday Nights returns for its 51st year at the Edison and Ford Winter Estates along McGregor Boulevard. This season's theme is Peace on Earth, with blue lights and decorations across the gardens, plus hundreds of historic decorations. On select nights there are Santa visits, musicians, carolers and refreshments for sale.

General admission is $23 for adults, $13 for teens and just $3 for children 6 to 12, and children 5 and under get in free with a paid adult. Tickets bought online are good for any night of the run, and no reservation is needed. Optional guided holiday tours run at 6 and 7 pm for an added fee. The museum and lab close at 5:30 pm and are not part of the evening admission. Holiday Nights is closed Christmas Eve and Christmas Day.

Parent tip: Parking is free, but arrive early for the best spots; last admission is 8:30 pm. Lee County residents get $5 off adult admission on Monday evenings with proof of residence.

See dates and details from Edison and Ford Winter Estates (opens in a new tab)

Fort Myers: Deck the Tower Tree Lighting Celebration

Tree lightingBell Tower · Fort Myers

Host
Bell Tower (opens in a new tab)
Where
Bell Tower shopping center, 13499 S Cleveland Ave, Fort Myers, FL 33907
When
Friday, December 4, 2026, 5 to 9 pm
Cost
Price not stated
Ages
All ages
Confirmed
On the host’s page, checked

Deck the Tower is the annual tree lighting celebration at Bell Tower in south Fort Myers. The evening builds to a tree lighting with a festive countdown, and along the way there is a visit from Santa with photo opportunities, live holiday music, dance performances from local studios and numbers from Elf, Frozen, Charlie and the Chocolate Factory and other favorites performed by Fort Myers Theatre.

Kids can also look for snow blasts and holiday effects throughout the night, appearances by Rudolph, Frosty, Olaf and the Grinch, Christmas circus and hula hoop entertainment, and clips from holiday movies, with a grand finale to close the night. Restaurants and shops around the center are open, so families can plan dinner before the show.

Parent tip: The center suggests coming early to shop or eat before the tree lighting.

See dates and details from Bell Tower (opens in a new tab)

Fort Myers: Holiday Lights

Holiday lightsCalusa Nature Center & Planetarium · Fort Myers

Host
Calusa Nature Center & Planetarium (opens in a new tab)
Where
Calusa Nature Center & Planetarium, 3450 Ortiz Ave, Fort Myers, FL 33905
When
Fri December 4, Sat December 5, Sun December 6, Fri December 11, Sat December 12, Sun December 13, Fri December 18, Sat December 19 and Sun December 20, 2026, 6 to 9 pm
Cost
Ticketed; buy tickets on the nature center site
Ages
All ages
Sign-up
Required ahead of time
Confirmed
On the host’s page, checked

Holiday Lights at the Calusa Nature Center and Planetarium turns the Pine Loop Trail into an illuminated, decorated walk through the woods. It is a smaller, nature-focused alternative to the bigger light shows in the area, and a good fit for kids who like a short walk outdoors after dark.

The center lists nine evenings in 2026: Friday, Saturday and Sunday on the weekends of December 4, December 11 and December 18, from 6 to 9 pm each night. Tickets are sold by date through the Buy Tickets links on the event page. The nature center is on Ortiz Avenue in Fort Myers, near Lakes Regional Park and Colonial Boulevard. Plan on a short outdoor walk.

Parent tip: Buy tickets for a specific night ahead of time on the event page. Wear comfortable shoes for the trail walk.

See dates and details from Calusa Nature Center & Planetarium (opens in a new tab)

Fort Myers: Santas Block Party

Santa visitFort Myers Festival of Trees · Fort Myers

Host
Fort Myers Festival of Trees (opens in a new tab)
Where
Sidney & Berne Davis Art Center, 2301 First St, Fort Myers, FL 33901
When
Saturday, December 5, 2026, 10 am to 2 pm
Cost
Festival admission $2, under 5 free, free with a new toy donation
Ages
All ages
Confirmed
On the host’s page, checked

Santas Block Party is the family day of the 20th annual Fort Myers Festival of Trees, held at the Sidney and Berne Davis Art Center in the downtown River District. Kids can have pictures taken with Santa, decorate cookies and make a range of holiday arts and crafts, and the day also includes a Santa's Workshop market and several performances.

The Fort Myers Fire Department brings a fire truck to touch and its mascot, Sparky the Dog. Inside, families can walk through trees decorated by local businesses, vote for favorites and buy raffle tickets. Festival admission is $2, children under 5 enter free, and anyone who brings a new toy for the toy drive gets in free.

Parent tip: Bring a new toy to donate for free entry. The festival trees are on view December 3 to 6 if you want to come back for a quieter visit.

See dates and details from Fort Myers Festival of Trees (opens in a new tab)

Fort Myers: Santa at Candy Cane Lane with Storybook Time

Story time with SantaFreeFort Myers Woman's Community Club · Fort Myers

Host
Fort Myers Woman's Community Club (opens in a new tab)
Where
Candy Cane Lane (Common Grounds Pocket Park), 2208 First St, Fort Myers, FL 33901
When
Saturday, December 12, 2026, 3 to 5:30 pm
Cost
Free
Ages
All ages
Confirmed
On the host’s page, checked

As part of its Holiday House 2026 celebration, the Fort Myers Woman's Community Club decorates Candy Cane Lane, the Common Grounds pocket park on First Street, with the City of Fort Myers Parks and Recreation Department. On Saturday afternoon the event starts with storybook time at 3 pm, and Santa visits from 3:30 to 5:30 pm. Visits are free.

The club is also running a book drive for Believe N' Books, a local literacy nonprofit, and asks families to bring a new or gently used book for any age from infant to young adult. Downtown storefronts along First Street are decorated around children's books for the season, and the Holiday House homes nearby are open December 1 to 19.

Parent tip: Bring a new or gently used children's book for the drive. Street parking in the River District is free on weekends.

See dates and details from Fort Myers Woman's Community Club (opens in a new tab)

Christmas events for kids in Naples

8 confirmed events for kids in Naples, soonest first.

Naples: Johnsonville Night Lights in the Garden

Holiday lightsNaples Botanical Garden · Naples

Host
Naples Botanical Garden (opens in a new tab)
Where
Naples Botanical Garden, 4820 Bayshore Dr, Naples, FL 34112 (near Fort Myers)
When
Friday, November 27, 2026 to Sunday, January 3, 2027 (nightly except Dec 24, 25 and 31; to 9 pm Sun to Thu and 10 pm Fri and Sat through Dec 17, to 10 pm nightly from Dec 18), 6 pm
Cost
Nonmembers $36 to $42 adults, $18 to $20 ages 4 to 17; members and late-night tickets cost less
Ages
Child tickets ages 4 to 17
Sign-up
Required ahead of time
Confirmed
On the host’s page, checked

Night Lights in the Garden is the Naples Botanical Garden's holiday lights season. The garden says the grounds are lit with twinkling lights, with live music and seasonal food and drinks, and calls it an event the whole family will love.

The season runs November 27, 2026 through January 3, 2027, and is closed December 24, 25 and 31. Through December 17 hours are 6 to 9 pm Sunday through Thursday and 6 to 10 pm Friday and Saturday, and from December 18 the garden lists 6 to 10 pm. Tickets are dated. Nonmember tickets run $36 to $42 for adults and $18 to $20 for children 4 to 17, depending on the date, with lower member prices. Discounted late-night tickets for entry at 7:45 pm or later start at $12 per child for nonmembers.

Parent tip: Late-night entry at 7:45 pm or later is sold at a discount every night. Weeknights from November 30 to December 17 qualify for group discounts of 20 or more.

See dates and details from Naples Botanical Garden (opens in a new tab)

Naples: Holiday Family Storytime

Holiday story timeFreeCollier County Public Library · Naples

Host
Collier County Public Library (opens in a new tab)
Where
Naples Regional Library, 650 Central Ave, Naples, FL 34102 (near Fort Myers)
When
Thu December 3 and Thu December 10, 2026, 10 to 10:30 am
Cost
Free
Ages
Child 0-5
Confirmed
On the host’s page, checked

Naples Regional Library on Central Avenue offers Holiday Family Storytime on two Thursday mornings in December. The library invites parents and their littlest readers for a half hour of holiday-themed books and rhymes, music and movement, plus crafts and activities.

The program is tagged for children 0 to 5 and is a good low-key outing for toddlers and preschoolers. No registration is listed on the event page. The branch is close to downtown Naples and Fifth Avenue South, which makes it easy to combine with other holiday sights in town. Because it repeats a week later, families who miss the first session can catch the second one. Each session includes a craft, so expect little ones to bring something home.

Parent tip: It runs only 30 minutes, so arrive a few minutes early to settle in.

See dates and details from Collier County Public Library (opens in a new tab)

Naples: Holiday Magic and Santa

Santa visitFreeCollier County Public Library · Naples

Host
Collier County Public Library (opens in a new tab)
Where
Golden Gate Branch Library, 2432 Lucerne Rd, Naples, FL 34116 (near Fort Myers)
When
Saturday, December 5, 2026, 2 to 4 pm
Cost
Free
Ages
All ages
Confirmed
On the host’s page, checked

The Golden Gate Branch of Collier County Public Library has a full holiday afternoon planned. It opens with a holiday magic show from Showtime for Kids, a children's entertainment group. After the show, kids can make a craft and enjoy a holiday treat.

The afternoon ends with a chance to take a picture with Santa. The library tags the program for all ages and lists no registration. It is sponsored by the Friends of the Library. The branch is on Lucerne Road in Golden Gate, east of downtown Naples. The two-hour program is a full afternoon outing in one stop, and the mix of a show, a craft, a treat and a Santa photo works well for a wide range of ages.

Parent tip: Arrive at the start so kids catch the magic show before the craft and Santa portion.

See dates and details from Collier County Public Library (opens in a new tab)

Naples: Jingle Bell Bash

Santa visitCMON Golisano Children's Museum of Naples · Naples

Host
CMON Golisano Children's Museum of Naples (opens in a new tab)
Where
CMON Golisano Children's Museum of Naples, 15080 Livingston Road, Naples, FL 34109 (near Fort Myers)
When
Saturday, December 5, 2026, 3 to 7 pm
Cost
Members $5 adults, $15 children; nonmembers $10 adults, $20 children; under 1 free but needs a ticket
Ages
All ages
Sign-up
Required ahead of time
Confirmed
On the host’s page, checked

The Jingle Bell Bash is the yearly holiday kickoff at CMON, the Golisano Children's Museum of Naples. For four hours on a Saturday evening, families get the run of the museum along with seasonal activities, community partners, treats and the chance to have photos taken with Santa.

Tickets are sold in advance, with member presale opening October 1 and general sales on October 16. Member pricing is $5 per adult and $15 per child, and other guests pay $10 per adult and $20 per child. Babies under one are free, but they still need a ticket. The museum sits in North Collier Regional Park off Livingston Road, a short drive from both Naples and Bonita Springs. The museum is designed for young children, so the evening suits toddlers through early elementary ages.

Parent tip: Every guest, including infants, needs a ticket, so buy ahead online. The event page also lists accessibility and amenities information.

See dates and details from CMON Golisano Children's Museum of Naples (opens in a new tab)

Naples: Naples Santa Storytime

Story time with Mrs. ClausFreeCollier County Public Library · Naples

Host
Collier County Public Library (opens in a new tab)
Where
South Regional Library, 8065 Lely Cultural Pkwy, Naples, FL 34113 (near Fort Myers)
When
Saturday, December 5, 2026, 2 to 3 pm
Cost
Free, registration required
Ages
Child 0-5; whole family welcome
Sign-up
Required ahead of time
Confirmed
On the host’s page, checked

Collier County Public Library's South Regional branch hosts Naples Santa and Mrs. Claus for a holiday storytime. They read The Night Before Christmas aloud, and families can take photos with Santa and Mrs. Claus right after the story.

The library tags the event for children 0 to 5, but describes it as something the whole family will enjoy. Space is capped at 250 people, and registration is required through the library's event page. The program is sponsored by the Friends of the Library. An hour earlier in the same room, the branch also runs Santa's Holiday Craft Workshop, a separate registration for young children that pairs crafts with the same reading. The branch is on Lely Cultural Parkway in East Naples.

Parent tip: Register early since space is limited to 250. Pair it with the 1 pm Santa's Holiday Craft Workshop at the same branch if your child likes crafts.

See dates and details from Collier County Public Library (opens in a new tab)

Naples: Santa and Mrs. Claus

Santa and Mrs. ClausFreeCollier County Public Library · Naples

Host
Collier County Public Library (opens in a new tab)
Where
Headquarters Regional Library, 2385 Orange Blossom Dr, Naples, FL 34109 (near Fort Myers)
When
Saturday, December 12, 2026, 10 am to 2 pm
Cost
Free
Ages
Child 0-5
Confirmed
On the host’s page, checked

Collier County Public Library's Headquarters Regional branch on Orange Blossom Drive welcomes Santa and Mrs. Claus to its Children's Library. Families can meet the couple, make a holiday craft and take photos.

The visit runs for four hours on Saturday morning into early afternoon, which gives families room to drop in when it suits nap schedules. The library tags it for children 0 to 5, and no registration is listed. The program is sponsored by the Friends of the Library. It is a relaxed way to see Santa without a long mall line, and the craft gives children something to take home.

Parent tip: With a four-hour window, arriving later in the visit may mean a shorter line. Bring your own camera or phone for photos.

See dates and details from Collier County Public Library (opens in a new tab)

Naples: Santa and Mrs. Claus Meet and Greet

Santa and Mrs. ClausFreeCollier County Public Library · Naples

Host
Collier County Public Library (opens in a new tab)
Where
Estates Branch Library, 1266 Golden Gate Blvd W, Naples, FL 34120 (near Fort Myers)
When
Saturday, December 12, 2026, 2 to 3 pm
Cost
Free
Ages
All ages
Confirmed
On the host’s page, checked

The Estates Branch of Collier County Public Library, on Golden Gate Boulevard West, hosts a meet and greet with Santa and Mrs. Claus. The library lists holiday crafts, cookies, hot chocolate and festive activities for the whole family.

The program is tagged for all ages and is sponsored by the Friends of the Library, with no registration listed. The same branch sets up a Winter Wonderland photo room starting that afternoon from 3 to 5 pm, so families can stay for holiday pictures after visiting with Santa and Mrs. Claus. With cookies, hot chocolate and crafts on the menu, it makes a cozy hour for younger children who might be shy about meeting Santa in a busier setting.

Parent tip: Stay after for the Winter Wonderland photo setup in the large meeting room, which opens at 3 pm the same day and runs on weekdays through December 23.

See dates and details from Collier County Public Library (opens in a new tab)

Naples: A Magical Holiday

Holiday craftsFreeCollier County Public Library · Naples

Host
Collier County Public Library (opens in a new tab)
Where
Naples Regional Library, 650 Central Ave, Naples, FL 34102 (near Fort Myers)
When
Saturday, December 19, 2026, 11 am to noon
Cost
Free, call 239-252-5135 to register
Ages
All ages
Sign-up
Required ahead of time
Confirmed
On the host’s page, checked

Naples Regional Library hosts A Magical Holiday, an hour of family holiday crafts and art activities on the Saturday before Christmas week. The library provides all materials while supplies last, and describes the morning as creative, festive fun for everyone.

The program is tagged for all ages and sponsored by the Friends of the Library. Registration is by phone at 239-252-5135. It is a good pick for families who want a calm indoor activity during the busy last week before the holidays. The hour suits children who enjoy hands-on projects, and because supplies are limited, arriving on time is a good idea.

Parent tip: Call the branch at 239-252-5135 to register before you go; materials are available while supplies last.

See dates and details from Collier County Public Library (opens in a new tab)

Christmas events for kids in Cape Coral

3 confirmed events for kids in Cape Coral, soonest first.

Cape Coral: Holiday Nights on the Lawn

Tree lightingCity of Cape Coral Special Events · Cape Coral

Host
City of Cape Coral Special Events (opens in a new tab)
Where
Cape Coral City Hall lawn, 1015 Cultural Park Blvd, Cape Coral, FL 33990 (near Fort Myers)
When
Fri November 27 and Sat November 28, 2026, 4 to 8 pm
Cost
Admission price not stated on the city page
Ages
All ages
Confirmed
On the host’s page, checked

Holiday Nights on the Lawn turns the grounds of Cape Coral City Hall into a family holiday festival over Thanksgiving weekend. The city lists a tree and menorah lighting, interactive inflatables, ice skating outdoors, a trackless train, local food trucks and vendors, and a special visit from Santa.

Each evening closes with a holiday movie on a giant inflatable screen. On Saturday night the city adds a drone show over City Hall as the grand finale. The event runs from 4 to 8 pm on both Friday and Saturday, so families can pick the night that suits them, though the drone show is only on Saturday. Cape Coral City Hall sits on Cultural Park Boulevard, and the city lists the evening as a chance to gather with family and friends to start the season.

Parent tip: Come Saturday if you want to see the drone show. Bring chairs or a blanket for the movie at the end of the night.

See dates and details from City of Cape Coral Special Events (opens in a new tab)

Cape Coral: 4th Annual Holiday Lighting Ceremony

Tree lightingFreeCultural Park Theatre · Cape Coral

Host
Cultural Park Theatre (opens in a new tab)
Where
Cultural Park Theatre, 528 Cultural Park Blvd, Cape Coral, FL 33990 (near Fort Myers)
When
Friday, December 4, 2026, 5 to 8:30 pm
Cost
Free
Ages
All ages
Confirmed
On the host’s page, checked

Cultural Park Theatre in Cape Coral holds its fourth annual Holiday Lighting Ceremony to kick off the season. The theater's Show Troupe performs, along with holiday classics, light shows, hot cocoa and festive crafts, before the theater building is lit up for the holidays.

The theater calls it a free community event for the whole family. It takes place outdoors in the evening, so plan for an open-air gathering and bring seating. The theater is on Cultural Park Boulevard next to Cape Coral City Hall. The evening runs from 5 to 8:30 pm, so families can come after school and work and still be home at a reasonable hour.

Parent tip: The listing asks guests to bring a lawn chair.

See dates and details from Cultural Park Theatre (opens in a new tab)

Cape Coral: Holiday Boat-a-Long

Holiday paradeFreeCity of Cape Coral Special Events · Cape Coral

Host
City of Cape Coral Special Events (opens in a new tab)
Where
Four Freedoms Park, Bimini Basin, 4818 SE 11th Pl, Cape Coral, FL 33904 (near Fort Myers)
When
Saturday, December 19, 2026, 4 to 9 pm
Cost
Free
Ages
Family-friendly
Confirmed
On the host’s page, checked

The Holiday Boat-a-Long brings Santa Claus and his elves to the Bimini Basin at Four Freedoms Park. The city describes it as a free, family-friendly evening with stage entertainment, local food trucks, crafts for kids and a visit from Santa, followed by a parade of decorated boats on the water.

After the boat parade, the city shows The Santa Clause 2 on a giant inflatable screen. Plan for an outdoor evening along the water, with food available from the trucks on site. Boaters who want to join the parade register through Sea Tow by phone, as listed on the city page. The festivities start in the late afternoon, so younger kids can enjoy the crafts, the stage and Santa before the boats come through after dark.

Parent tip: Bring lawn chairs and blankets for the movie after the parade, as the city suggests.

See dates and details from City of Cape Coral Special Events (opens in a new tab)

Christmas events for kids in Estero

1 confirmed event for kids in Estero, soonest first.

Estero: 4th Annual Tropical Holiday Celebration

Holiday paradeCoconut Point · Estero

Host
Coconut Point (opens in a new tab)
Where
Coconut Point, 23106 Fashion Dr, Estero, FL 33928 (near Fort Myers)
When
Saturday, December 5, 2026, 10 am to 8 pm
Cost
Price not stated
Ages
All ages
Confirmed
On the host’s page, checked

Coconut Point in Estero hosts its fourth Tropical Holiday Celebration as an all-day event. The day starts with a car and truck show and a vendor show, followed by entertainment for all ages.

The highlight for kids comes later in the day, when Santa arrives during the Tropical Holiday Parade and the center holds its annual tree lighting. The listing runs from 10 am to 8 pm, so families with young children may want to plan around the evening parade and tree lighting rather than spend the whole day. Coconut Point is on Fashion Drive in Estero. Santa's arrival in the parade and the tree lighting are the parts most families with young children come for, and the earlier car show and vendor show add something for older kids and grown-ups.

See dates and details from Coconut Point (opens in a new tab)

Looking further afield? Our Florida Christmas events for kids guide lists every confirmed event in the state, and we have city guides for Miami, Tampa, Orlando and Jacksonville. The national search sorts every event by distance from your town.

A story for the drive home

A morning with Santa or an evening of holiday stories tends to end the same way: tired kids, a long drive and one more book before bed. Our picture book follows Rally the corgi on his first train ride to see his grand-paw-rents, and every page is painted by hand. If your family is spending December missing someone, it was written for that too. For the car, print our free corgi and train coloring pages.

Rally Takes the Train book cover: a watercolor corgi peeking from a red train

A bedtime story after seeing SantaRally Takes the Train is a five-minute rhyming picture book about a corgi’s first train ride, hand-painted in real watercolor by Leslie Dunn. $16.99 on Amazon, ages 0 to 8.

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Fort Myers Christmas events for kids: questions parents ask

What Christmas events for kids are in Fort Myers in 2026?

We confirmed 17 Christmas events for kids in Fort Myers for 2026 on each host’s own page: 51st Annual Holiday Nights Celebration in Fort Myers (November 27), Holiday Nights on the Lawn in Cape Coral (November 27), Johnsonville Night Lights in the Garden in Naples (November 27), Holiday Family Storytime in Naples (December 3), 4th Annual Holiday Lighting Ceremony in Cape Coral (December 4), Deck the Tower Tree Lighting Celebration in Fort Myers (December 4), Holiday Lights in Fort Myers (December 4), 4th Annual Tropical Holiday Celebration in Estero (December 5), Holiday Magic and Santa in Naples (December 5), Jingle Bell Bash in Naples (December 5), Naples Santa Storytime in Naples (December 5), Santas Block Party in Fort Myers (December 5), Santa and Mrs. Claus in Naples (December 12), Santa and Mrs. Claus Meet and Greet in Naples (December 12), Santa at Candy Cane Lane with Storybook Time in Fort Myers (December 12), A Magical Holiday in Naples (December 19) and Holiday Boat-a-Long in Cape Coral (December 19). Every one is listed below with times, cost and a link to the host.

What Christmas events for kids are in Fort Myers, Florida?

For families in and around Fort Myers, the confirmed Christmas events for kids this season are: 51st Annual Holiday Nights Celebration (Nightly, Nov 27 to Dec 23 and Dec 26 to Jan 3, 5:30 to 9 pm, $23 adults, $13 teens, $3 ages 6 to 12, 5 and under free with paid adult); Deck the Tower Tree Lighting Celebration (Fri, Dec 4, 5 to 9 pm, price not stated); Holiday Lights (Fridays to Sundays, Dec 4 to Dec 20, 6 to 9 pm, ticketed; buy tickets on the nature center site); Santas Block Party (Sat, Dec 5, 10 am to 2 pm, festival admission $2, under 5 free, free with a new toy donation); Santa at Candy Cane Lane with Storybook Time (Sat, Dec 12, story at 3 pm, Santa 3:30 to 5:30 pm, free). Details and the host’s link for each are in the Fort Myers section of this page.

What Christmas events for kids are in Naples, Florida?

For families in and around Naples, the confirmed Christmas events for kids this season are: Johnsonville Night Lights in the Garden (Nightly, Nov 27 to Jan 3 (closed Dec 24, 25, 31), from 6 pm, nonmembers $36 to $42 adults, $18 to $20 ages 4 to 17; members and late-night tickets cost less); Holiday Family Storytime (Thursdays, Dec 3 and Dec 10, 10 to 10:30 am, free); Holiday Magic and Santa (Sat, Dec 5, 2 to 4 pm, free); Jingle Bell Bash (Sat, Dec 5, 3 to 7 pm, members $5 adults, $15 children; nonmembers $10 adults, $20 children; under 1 free but needs a ticket); Naples Santa Storytime (Sat, Dec 5, 2 to 3 pm, free, registration required); Santa and Mrs. Claus (Sat, Dec 12, 10 am to 2 pm, free); Santa and Mrs. Claus Meet and Greet (Sat, Dec 12, 2 to 3 pm, free); A Magical Holiday (Sat, Dec 19, 11 am to noon, free, call 239-252-5135 to register). Details and the host’s link for each are in the Naples section of this page.

What Christmas events for kids are in Cape Coral, Florida?

For families in and around Cape Coral, the confirmed Christmas events for kids this season are: Holiday Nights on the Lawn (Fri and Sat, Nov 27 and 28, 4 to 8 pm, admission price not stated on the city page); 4th Annual Holiday Lighting Ceremony (Fri, Dec 4, 5 to 8:30 pm, free); Holiday Boat-a-Long (Sat, Dec 19, 4 to 9 pm, free). Details and the host’s link for each are in the Cape Coral section of this page.

What Christmas events for kids are in Estero, Florida?

For families in and around Estero, the confirmed Christmas events for kids this season are: 4th Annual Tropical Holiday Celebration (Sat, Dec 5, 10 am to 8 pm, price not stated). Details and the host’s link for each are in the Estero section of this page.

Are there free Christmas events for kids in Fort Myers?

Yes. 9 of the 17 events here are free: Holiday Family Storytime in Naples, 4th Annual Holiday Lighting Ceremony in Cape Coral, Holiday Magic and Santa in Naples, Naples Santa Storytime in Naples, Santa and Mrs. Claus in Naples, Santa and Mrs. Claus Meet and Greet in Naples, Santa at Candy Cane Lane with Storybook Time in Fort Myers, A Magical Holiday in Naples and Holiday Boat-a-Long in Cape Coral. Some free events still ask you to register, so check each listing.

Where can kids see Santa in Fort Myers this December?

Santa appears at 51st Annual Holiday Nights Celebration in Fort Myers (November 27), Holiday Nights on the Lawn in Cape Coral (November 27), Deck the Tower Tree Lighting Celebration in Fort Myers (December 4), 4th Annual Tropical Holiday Celebration in Estero (December 5), Holiday Magic and Santa in Naples (December 5), Jingle Bell Bash in Naples (December 5), Naples Santa Storytime in Naples (December 5), Santas Block Party in Fort Myers (December 5), Santa and Mrs. Claus in Naples (December 12), Santa and Mrs. Claus Meet and Greet in Naples (December 12), Santa at Candy Cane Lane with Storybook Time in Fort Myers (December 12) and Holiday Boat-a-Long in Cape Coral (December 19). Times and booking rules are in each event’s listing above.

Where are there Christmas story times for kids in Fort Myers?

Holiday story times on this page: Holiday Family Storytime in Naples, Naples Santa Storytime in Naples and Santa at Candy Cane Lane with Storybook Time in Fort Myers. Library story times are usually free; story times with a meal or show are ticketed.

Where can we have breakfast or a meal with Santa in Fort Myers?

Meals with Santa confirmed for 2026: Santa and Mrs. Claus Meet and Greet in Naples (Sat, Dec 12, 2 to 3 pm). These usually sell out, so book as soon as you pick a date.

Which Fort Myers Christmas events are best for toddlers?

These are aimed at babies, toddlers and preschoolers: Holiday Family Storytime in Naples (Child 0-5), Naples Santa Storytime in Naples (Child 0-5; whole family welcome) and Santa and Mrs. Claus in Naples (Child 0-5).

Are there kids' Christmas events in Fort Myers on Christmas Eve or after Christmas?

Yes: 51st Annual Holiday Nights Celebration in Fort Myers (through January 3) and Johnsonville Night Lights in the Garden in Naples (through January 3).

How much is 51st Annual Holiday Nights Celebration in Fort Myers?

$23 adults, $13 teens, $3 ages 6 to 12, 5 and under free with paid adult. 51st Annual Holiday Nights Celebration is on Fri November 27 and Sat December 26, 2026, 5:30 to 9 pm at Edison and Ford Winter Estates. Confirm on the host’s page before you go.

How much is Holiday Nights on the Lawn in Cape Coral?

Admission price not stated on the city page. Holiday Nights on the Lawn is on Fri November 27 and Sat November 28, 2026, 4 to 8 pm at Cape Coral City Hall lawn. Confirm on the host’s page before you go.

How much is Johnsonville Night Lights in the Garden in Naples?

Nonmembers $36 to $42 adults, $18 to $20 ages 4 to 17; members and late-night tickets cost less. Johnsonville Night Lights in the Garden is on Friday, November 27, 2026 to Sunday, January 3, 2027 (nightly except Dec 24, 25 and 31; to 9 pm Sun to Thu and 10 pm Fri and Sat through Dec 17, to 10 pm nightly from Dec 18), 6 pm at Naples Botanical Garden. Confirm on the host’s page before you go.

How much is Holiday Family Storytime in Naples?

Free. Holiday Family Storytime is on Thu December 3 and Thu December 10, 2026, 10 to 10:30 am at Naples Regional Library. Confirm on the host’s page before you go.

How much is 4th Annual Holiday Lighting Ceremony in Cape Coral?

Free. 4th Annual Holiday Lighting Ceremony is on Friday, December 4, 2026, 5 to 8:30 pm at Cultural Park Theatre. Confirm on the host’s page before you go.

How much is Deck the Tower Tree Lighting Celebration in Fort Myers?

Price not stated. Deck the Tower Tree Lighting Celebration is on Friday, December 4, 2026, 5 to 9 pm at Bell Tower shopping center. Confirm on the host’s page before you go.

How much is Holiday Lights in Fort Myers?

Ticketed; buy tickets on the nature center site. Holiday Lights is on Fri December 4, Sat December 5, Sun December 6, Fri December 11, Sat December 12, Sun December 13, Fri December 18, Sat December 19 and Sun December 20, 2026, 6 to 9 pm at Calusa Nature Center & Planetarium. Confirm on the host’s page before you go.

How much is 4th Annual Tropical Holiday Celebration in Estero?

Price not stated. 4th Annual Tropical Holiday Celebration is on Saturday, December 5, 2026, 10 am to 8 pm at Coconut Point. Confirm on the host’s page before you go.

How much is Holiday Magic and Santa in Naples?

Free. Holiday Magic and Santa is on Saturday, December 5, 2026, 2 to 4 pm at Golden Gate Branch Library. Confirm on the host’s page before you go.

How much is Jingle Bell Bash in Naples?

Members $5 adults, $15 children; nonmembers $10 adults, $20 children; under 1 free but needs a ticket. Jingle Bell Bash is on Saturday, December 5, 2026, 3 to 7 pm at CMON Golisano Children's Museum of Naples. Confirm on the host’s page before you go.

How much is Naples Santa Storytime in Naples?

Free, registration required. Naples Santa Storytime is on Saturday, December 5, 2026, 2 to 3 pm at South Regional Library. Confirm on the host’s page before you go.

How much is Santas Block Party in Fort Myers?

Festival admission $2, under 5 free, free with a new toy donation. Santas Block Party is on Saturday, December 5, 2026, 10 am to 2 pm at Sidney & Berne Davis Art Center. Confirm on the host’s page before you go.

How much is Santa and Mrs. Claus in Naples?

Free. Santa and Mrs. Claus is on Saturday, December 12, 2026, 10 am to 2 pm at Headquarters Regional Library. Confirm on the host’s page before you go.

How much is Santa and Mrs. Claus Meet and Greet in Naples?

Free. Santa and Mrs. Claus Meet and Greet is on Saturday, December 12, 2026, 2 to 3 pm at Estates Branch Library. Confirm on the host’s page before you go.

How much is Santa at Candy Cane Lane with Storybook Time in Fort Myers?

Free. Santa at Candy Cane Lane with Storybook Time is on Saturday, December 12, 2026, 3 to 5:30 pm at Candy Cane Lane (Common Grounds Pocket Park). Confirm on the host’s page before you go.

How much is A Magical Holiday in Naples?

Free, call 239-252-5135 to register. A Magical Holiday is on Saturday, December 19, 2026, 11 am to noon at Naples Regional Library. Confirm on the host’s page before you go.

How much is Holiday Boat-a-Long in Cape Coral?

Free. Holiday Boat-a-Long is on Saturday, December 19, 2026, 4 to 9 pm at Four Freedoms Park, Bimini Basin. Confirm on the host’s page before you go.

Are there Christmas train rides for kids in Fort Myers?

Yes, but they have their own guide. Santa trains and holiday train rides are listed in our Fort Myers Christmas train rides guide, so this page sticks to story times, Santa visits and other events off the rails.

How do you confirm these events?

We list an event only after we find this season’s date on the host’s own website or an official city or tourism calendar. We last checked every listing on November 2, 2026. Hosts change details, so always confirm on the host’s page before you go.

Event names belong to their hosts. Rally Takes the Train is a family picture book and is not affiliated with, sponsored by or endorsed by any host listed here. Confirm dates, times and prices on each host’s own site before you go.

Kelsey Cecil
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