2023 Events - SWFL + Virtual
Find The Island Octopus at these events in Fort Myers, Cape Coral, Sanibel Island, and Tampa Florida, as well as a few select virtual events! Want to know about our future events, new products, and more? Join our email newsletter!
February 2023:
Friday February 3, 6PM - 10PM
First Friday Art Walk
1st Street, Fort Myers River District
Join us for the First Friday Art Walk event!
Wednesday February 8, 5PM - 8PM
Wednesday Night Market at the Alliance for the Arts
10091 McGregor Blvd, Fort Myers, FL
Vendors, local musicians, and a food truck! Learn more on the Facebook event page.
Saturday February 11, 11AM - 7PM
Tampa Bay Chocolate Festival
Gulf View Square, 9409 US 19, Port Richey, FL
The Original Tampa Bay Chocolate Festival is back for its 10th go-around: Valentines Day week! This time however, there is a twist - it's the Sweet & Spicy Edition! This themed food truck / trailer / tent event covers every bit of chocolate...and sweeeeet heat! Vendors must stick to a chocolate theme, and this year they can add some firey dishes as well! The festival also boasts live entertainment both audio & visual. Get all the updates on the Facebook event page. The Island Octopus will be bringing some new chocolatey and sweet illustrations!
Friday, February 17, 5PM - 10PM
Saturday, February 18, 10 AM - 5 PM
Sunday, February 19, 10AM - 3PM
Crafts on the River
Centennial Park, Fort Myers River District
Downtown Fort Myers is transformed into a craft lovers dream with exhibitors displaying their art and crafts during the three-day Edison Festival of Light event. Learn more about the Edison Festival of Light.
March 2023:
Friday March 3, 6PM - 10PM
First Friday Art Walk
1st Street, Fort Myers River District
Join us for the First Friday Art Walk event!
Friday March 10 - Sunday March 12
Millenial Brewing St. Patrick's Fest
1811 Royal Palm Avenue, Fort Myers, FL
House brewed authentic Irish Beer releases, authentic local Irish food, stein hoisting competitions, live music all three days, free bounce houses for the kids, axe throwing, local vendors, and more! Learn more on the Facebook event page.
Friday February 3, 6PM - 10PM
First Friday Art Walk
1st Street, Fort Myers River District
Join us for the First Friday Art Walk event!
Wednesday February 8, 5PM - 8PM
Wednesday Night Market at the Alliance for the Arts
10091 McGregor Blvd, Fort Myers, FL
Vendors, local musicians, and a food truck! Learn more on the Facebook event page.
Saturday February 11, 11AM - 7PM
Tampa Bay Chocolate Festival
Gulf View Square, 9409 US 19, Port Richey, FL
The Original Tampa Bay Chocolate Festival is back for its 10th go-around: Valentines Day week! This time however, there is a twist - it's the Sweet & Spicy Edition! This themed food truck / trailer / tent event covers every bit of chocolate...and sweeeeet heat! Vendors must stick to a chocolate theme, and this year they can add some firey dishes as well! The festival also boasts live entertainment both audio & visual. Get all the updates on the Facebook event page. The Island Octopus will be bringing some new chocolatey and sweet illustrations!
Friday, February 17, 5PM - 10PM
Saturday, February 18, 10 AM - 5 PM
Sunday, February 19, 10AM - 3PM
Crafts on the River
Centennial Park, Fort Myers River District
Downtown Fort Myers is transformed into a craft lovers dream with exhibitors displaying their art and crafts during the three-day Edison Festival of Light event. Learn more about the Edison Festival of Light.
March 2023:
Friday March 3, 6PM - 10PM
First Friday Art Walk
1st Street, Fort Myers River District
Join us for the First Friday Art Walk event!
Friday March 10 - Sunday March 12
Millenial Brewing St. Patrick's Fest
1811 Royal Palm Avenue, Fort Myers, FL
House brewed authentic Irish Beer releases, authentic local Irish food, stein hoisting competitions, live music all three days, free bounce houses for the kids, axe throwing, local vendors, and more! Learn more on the Facebook event page.
