Friends and neighbors,

Fall is officially here, and Naples is full of seasonal fun. This weekend kicks off Farmer Mike’s Fall Fest, where you can tackle a 5-acre Atlantis-themed corn maze and pick pumpkins. You can also learn a new recipe with a cooking demo at Sea Salt, enjoy wine tastings by the water, or have a full wellness morning at Naples Grande Beach Resort.

Plus, in late October, one of my all-time favorite movies comes to life with live orchestration at Artis—Naples, and tickets are going fast. Find the full scoop below!

Get out there,

Have a tip or event to share? Drop me a line at [email protected]. 

1.  Trivia Night @ Brooks Burgers
📅 Thursday, Sept. 25 | 7:00 – 8:30 PM
📍Brooks Burgers, 845 Vanderbilt Beach Road, Naples

Gather your friends for free trivia every Thursday at Brooks Burgers! Test your knowledge for a chance to win gift card prizes while enjoying some of the best burgers in Naples. Want an edge on the competition? Sign up to receive three free trivia clues on game day here. Teams share a table, and only one ticket is needed per group. Free Tickets.

2.  Cooking Class with Executive Chef Joshua Zeman @ Sea Salt
📅 Saturday, Sept. 27 | 1:00 PM
📍Sea Salt, 1186 3rd St S, Naples

Watch, learn, and ask questions as Chef Zeman demonstrates how to prepare Baked Oyster Carbonara, then enjoy a 2-course lunch paired with wine. Your ticket includes the demo, instruction, recipe handout, discussion, and the meal. Reserve your spot by calling 239-434-7258. Tickets are $75 per person. Check their socials for details. 

3.  Farmer Mike's 11th Annual Fall Fest 2025  
📅 Saturdays & Sundays thru Oct. | 9 AM-10 PM (Sat) 9 AM – 6 PM (Sun)
📍 Farmer Mike's U-Pick, 26031 Morton Ave, Bonita Springs

Kick off fall this weekend at Farmer Mike’s Fall Fest! Explore the 5-acre “Lost City of Atlantis” corn maze with 16 game stations and enjoy bounce houses, slides, and eats from the N’Season Café plus weekend vendors. Tickets at the gate: $15 entry + maze, $8 entry only (kids 2 & under free; ticket includes a mini pumpkin; other u-pick pumpkins/sunflowers sold separately). The spooky Haunted Corn Maze ($40) begins next Friday & Saturday, running weekends through October. Event info & Online Tickets.

4.  Wine Around the Water
📅 Saturday, Sept. 27 | 5:00 – 7:00 PM
📍The Village Shops, 4200 Gulf Shore Blvd N, Naples

Sip, savor, and support a great cause at this waterfront wine-tasting event! Enjoy boutique shopping, wine samples, and exclusive discounts at The Village Shops. Your ticket includes a commemorative wine glass, tasting passport, and wine samples throughout the evening. Tickets are $30 with 100% of proceeds benefiting SNIP Collier. Event Info.

5.  All Things Grande – Pilates & Wellness Event
📅 Sunday, Sept. 28 | 9:00 – 11:30 AM
📍Naples Grande Beach Resort, 475 Seagate Drive, Naples

Start your Sunday with a full resort wellness experience! Enjoy 40 minutes of poolside Pilates, followed by a coaching session designed to help you “finish 2025 strong.” Connect with other wellness enthusiasts, shop with local vendors, and dance to a live DJ. Discounted pool and spa day passes are available for purchase. Tickets are $37+ fees.

6.  Cindy Kaza @ Off the Hook Comedy Club
📅 Monday, Sept. 29 | 6:45 PM
📍Off the Hook Comedy Club, 2500 Vanderbilt Beach Rd, Naples

Kick off the spooky season with evidential medium Cindy Kaza, who will present her work connecting with loved ones in spirit. Sure to be intriguing for both the curious and the discerning skeptic. Tickets are $33 (incl. fees).

7.  Mercato Nights Music Series Ft. The Lineup
📅 Thursday, Oct 2 | 6:30 – 8:30 PM
📍Event Lawn, 9110 Strada Pl, Mercato

Enjoy an evening of live music on the Mercato lawn as The Lineup returns to play all your favorite songs. Bring a lawn chair and soak up the atmosphere while grabbing cocktails, beer, or takeout from Mercato restaurants. Event info.

Don’t Miss!

The Princess Bride in Concert
📅 Sunday, Oct 26 | 7:30 PM
📍Artis—Naples, 5833 Pelican Bay Boulevard, Naples

Inconceivable! Experience the captivating concert event closing out the Naples International Film Festival. Watch the beloved classic The Princess Bride on screen while The Naples Philharmonic performs Mark Knopfler’s score live. Perfect for fans of all ages and sure to sell out! Tickets start at $39.

Why It Matters

Fall in Naples is too good to watch from the couch. Pick one thing from this list, put it on the calendar, and go make a memory. If you discover a hidden gem, reply and tell me so I can share it with everyone next week.

See you around town.

Elizabeth Bellotti
Editor-In-Chief
Naples, Florida
The Naples Florida Review

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