2024 Events in Southwest Florida
Find The Island Octopus at these events in Fort Myers, Sanibel Island, as well as a few select virtual events! Want to know about our future events, new products, and more? Join our email newsletter!
November 2024:
Saturday November 9, 11AM - Noon
Saturday Crafterday at Sanibel Library
770 Dunlop Road, Sanibel Island, FL
Join us at the library for Saturday Crafterday! Melissa will be walking us through some winter and holiday card ideas. Paint or draw your own design, or choose a pre-sketched design to color in. All ages are welcome, including families - meet us in the children's section for this free event.
Sunday November 24, 9AM - 2PM
Sanibel Community House Arts & Crafts Fair
2173 Periwinkle Way, Sanibel Island, FL
Join us for an Arts & Crafts Fair at the Sanibel Community House! Browse a variety of talented artist booths, from fine art, holiday gifts, handcrafted jewelry & accessories, pottery, greeting cards, tropical decor, baked goods, and more. Free admission and parking.
December 2024:
Friday, December 6, 5PM - 9PM
First Friday Art Walk
First Street, Fort Myers, FL
Join us for First Friday Art Walk in downtown Fort Myers! The Island Octopus will be offering art, cards, stickers, and holiday goodies in our booth. Find a variety of fun local art, grab a bite to eat at one of the great restaurants, and browse the downtown shops at this eclectic event.
Sunday December 15, 9AM - 2PM
Sanibel Community House Arts & Crafts Fair
2173 Periwinkle Way, Sanibel Island, FL
Join us for an Arts & Crafts Fair at the Sanibel Community House! Browse a variety of talented artist booths, from fine art, holiday gifts, handcrafted jewelry & accessories, pottery, greeting cards, tropical decor, baked goods, and more. Free admission and parking.
Friday December 20, 6PM - 9PM
Holiday Market at Chocolattes
16120 San Carlos Blvd, Fort Myers, FL
Join us for a last-minute holiday market featuring local vendors. Guests will stroll the festive backyard and discover unique gifts for everyone on their list. Free admission and parking.
January 2025:
Sunday January 12, 9AM - 2PM
Sanibel Community House Arts & Crafts Fair
2173 Periwinkle Way, Sanibel Island, FL
Join us for an Arts & Crafts Fair at the Sanibel Community House! Browse a variety of talented artist booths, from fine art, handcrafted jewelry & accessories, pottery, glass art, greeting cards, tropical decor, baked goods, and more. Free admission and parking.
February 2025:
Sunday February 9, 9AM - 2PM
Sanibel Community House Arts & Crafts Fair
2173 Periwinkle Way, Sanibel Island, FL
Join us for an Arts & Crafts Fair at the Sanibel Community House! Browse a variety of talented artist booths, from fine art, Valentine gifts, handcrafted jewelry & accessories, pottery, glass art, greeting cards, tropical decor, baked goods, and more. Free admission and parking.
March 2025:
March 6, 7 and 8
88th Annual Shell Festival at the Community House
2173 Periwinkle Way, Sanibel Island, FL
Save the dates! More info coming soon...
Sunday March 23, 9AM - 2PM
Sanibel Community House Arts & Crafts Fair
2173 Periwinkle Way, Sanibel Island, FL
Join us for an Arts & Crafts Fair at the Sanibel Community House! Browse a variety of talented artist booths, from fine art, handcrafted jewelry & accessories, pottery, glass art, greeting cards, tropical decor, baked goods, and more. Free admission and parking.
Saturday November 9, 11AM - Noon
Saturday Crafterday at Sanibel Library
770 Dunlop Road, Sanibel Island, FL
Join us at the library for Saturday Crafterday! Melissa will be walking us through some winter and holiday card ideas. Paint or draw your own design, or choose a pre-sketched design to color in. All ages are welcome, including families - meet us in the children's section for this free event.
Sunday November 24, 9AM - 2PM
Sanibel Community House Arts & Crafts Fair
2173 Periwinkle Way, Sanibel Island, FL
Join us for an Arts & Crafts Fair at the Sanibel Community House! Browse a variety of talented artist booths, from fine art, holiday gifts, handcrafted jewelry & accessories, pottery, greeting cards, tropical decor, baked goods, and more. Free admission and parking.
December 2024:
Friday, December 6, 5PM - 9PM
First Friday Art Walk
First Street, Fort Myers, FL
Join us for First Friday Art Walk in downtown Fort Myers! The Island Octopus will be offering art, cards, stickers, and holiday goodies in our booth. Find a variety of fun local art, grab a bite to eat at one of the great restaurants, and browse the downtown shops at this eclectic event.
Sunday December 15, 9AM - 2PM
Sanibel Community House Arts & Crafts Fair
2173 Periwinkle Way, Sanibel Island, FL
Join us for an Arts & Crafts Fair at the Sanibel Community House! Browse a variety of talented artist booths, from fine art, holiday gifts, handcrafted jewelry & accessories, pottery, greeting cards, tropical decor, baked goods, and more. Free admission and parking.
Friday December 20, 6PM - 9PM
Holiday Market at Chocolattes
16120 San Carlos Blvd, Fort Myers, FL
Join us for a last-minute holiday market featuring local vendors. Guests will stroll the festive backyard and discover unique gifts for everyone on their list. Free admission and parking.
January 2025:
Sunday January 12, 9AM - 2PM
Sanibel Community House Arts & Crafts Fair
2173 Periwinkle Way, Sanibel Island, FL
Join us for an Arts & Crafts Fair at the Sanibel Community House! Browse a variety of talented artist booths, from fine art, handcrafted jewelry & accessories, pottery, glass art, greeting cards, tropical decor, baked goods, and more. Free admission and parking.
February 2025:
Sunday February 9, 9AM - 2PM
Sanibel Community House Arts & Crafts Fair
2173 Periwinkle Way, Sanibel Island, FL
Join us for an Arts & Crafts Fair at the Sanibel Community House! Browse a variety of talented artist booths, from fine art, Valentine gifts, handcrafted jewelry & accessories, pottery, glass art, greeting cards, tropical decor, baked goods, and more. Free admission and parking.
March 2025:
March 6, 7 and 8
88th Annual Shell Festival at the Community House
2173 Periwinkle Way, Sanibel Island, FL
Save the dates! More info coming soon...
Sunday March 23, 9AM - 2PM
Sanibel Community House Arts & Crafts Fair
2173 Periwinkle Way, Sanibel Island, FL
Join us for an Arts & Crafts Fair at the Sanibel Community House! Browse a variety of talented artist booths, from fine art, handcrafted jewelry & accessories, pottery, glass art, greeting cards, tropical decor, baked goods, and more. Free admission and parking.