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Food festivals
Fri 4 to 9 p.m., Sat 10 a.m. to 9 p.m., Sun varies
Freedom Park, Charlotte · Charlotte, NC
Freedom Park, Charlotte
The 62nd annual arts and music festival fills Freedom Park with artists, food and entertainment over a fall weekend.
Food festivals
All day
Fishermen's Village, Punta Gorda · Port Charlotte, FL
Fishermen's Village, Punta Gorda
You can taste key lime treats and tropical fare at this late-summer food festival at the village.
Food festivals
11 a.m. to 8 p.m.
Legacy Park Amphitheater, Lee's Summit · Kansas City, MO
Legacy Park Amphitheater, Lee's Summit
Spend a free day with eight hours of live music, art, and food at Legacy Park Amphitheater.
Golf
Real courses, green fees, and where to play, mapped for retirement.
Community & civic
CP Pool · Port Charlotte, FL
CP Pool
Interested in becoming a certified lifeguard? Learn the skills to prevent, recognize, and respond to aquatic emergencies through this American Red Cross Lifeguard Certification Course. Successful completion provides certification in Lifeguarding, First Aid, and CPR/AED. Prerequisite: To register, participants must first pass a swim test. See a lifeguard at Ann & Chuck Dever Regional Park Pool, Centennial Park Pool, or South County Regional Park Pool to complete the swim test and begin registr...
Lifelong learning
7 PM
Soccer Complex · Port Charlotte, FL
Soccer Complex
University of West Florida Men's Soccer vs Florida Gulf Coast
Classes & arts
Port Charlotte, FL
An annual craft festival that fills the streets of downtown Punta Gorda with makers from around the country, free to walk through.
Community & civic
South County Recreation Center 670 Cooper Street Punta Gorda FL 33950 · Port Charlotte, FL
South County Recreation Center 670 Cooper Street Punta Gorda FL 33950
South County Recreation Center Crochet Club -Exchange patterns, get ideas and advice from other crocheters, and share finished projects! -Registration is required. -Bring your own supplies or supplies provided for $5. Every 3rd Saturday of the month from 1pm-3pm at South County Regional Park Recreation Center, call for questions 941.505.8686
Food festivals
All day
Fishermen's Village, Punta Gorda · Port Charlotte, FL
Fishermen's Village, Punta Gorda
You can taste key lime treats and tropical fare at this late-summer food festival at the village.
Lifelong learning
6 PM
PenAir Field · Port Charlotte, FL
PenAir Field
University of West Florida Football vs Austin Peay - FAMILY WEEKEND
Lifelong learning
7 PM
Soccer Complex · Port Charlotte, FL
Soccer Complex
University of West Florida Men's Soccer vs Bellarmine
Community & civic
CP Pool · Port Charlotte, FL
CP Pool
Interested in becoming a certified lifeguard? Learn the skills to prevent, recognize, and respond to aquatic emergencies through this American Red Cross Lifeguard Certification Course. Successful completion provides certification in Lifeguarding, First Aid, and CPR/AED. Prerequisite: To register, participants must first pass a swim test. See a lifeguard at Ann & Chuck Dever Regional Park Pool, Centennial Park Pool, or South County Regional Park Pool to complete the swim test and begin registr...
Community & civic
South County Recreation Center 670 Cooper Street Punta Gorda FL 33950 · Port Charlotte, FL
South County Recreation Center 670 Cooper Street Punta Gorda FL 33950
South County Recreation Center Crochet Club -Exchange patterns, get ideas and advice from other crocheters, and share finished projects! -Registration is required. -Bring your own supplies or supplies provided for $5. Every 3rd Saturday of the month from 1pm-3pm at South County Regional Park Recreation Center, call for questions 941.505.8686
Community & civic
CP Pool · Port Charlotte, FL
CP Pool
Interested in becoming a certified lifeguard? Learn the skills to prevent, recognize, and respond to aquatic emergencies through this American Red Cross Lifeguard Certification Course. Successful completion provides certification in Lifeguarding, First Aid, and CPR/AED. Prerequisite: To register, participants must first pass a swim test. See a lifeguard at Ann & Chuck Dever Regional Park Pool, Centennial Park Pool, or South County Regional Park Pool to complete the swim test and begin registr...
Community & civic
South County Recreation Center 670 Cooper Street Punta Gorda FL 33950 · Port Charlotte, FL
South County Recreation Center 670 Cooper Street Punta Gorda FL 33950
South County Recreation Center Crochet Club -Exchange patterns, get ideas and advice from other crocheters, and share finished projects! -Registration is required. -Bring your own supplies or supplies provided for $5. Every 3rd Saturday of the month from 1pm-3pm at South County Regional Park Recreation Center, call for questions 941.505.8686
Community & civic
CP Pool · Port Charlotte, FL
CP Pool
Interested in becoming a certified lifeguard? Learn the skills to prevent, recognize, and respond to aquatic emergencies through this American Red Cross Lifeguard Certification Course. Successful completion provides certification in Lifeguarding, First Aid, and CPR/AED. Prerequisite: To register, participants must first pass a swim test. See a lifeguard at Ann & Chuck Dever Regional Park Pool, Centennial Park Pool, or South County Regional Park Pool to complete the swim test and begin registr...
Music & concerts
7 PM
Charlotte Harbor Event & Conference Center · Port Charlotte, FL
Charlotte Harbor Event & Conference Center
Join us for a 50s and 60s rock and roll Christmas/holiday concert that features the Christmas music of Elvis Presley, Jerry Lee Lewis, Chuck Berry, Johnny Cash, and more. It's a perfect mixture of Christmas classics with high-octane rock and roll. It is performed by the NYC band The Shakedown Shu...
Community & civic
South County Recreation Center 670 Cooper Street Punta Gorda FL 33950 · Port Charlotte, FL
South County Recreation Center 670 Cooper Street Punta Gorda FL 33950
South County Recreation Center Crochet Club -Exchange patterns, get ideas and advice from other crocheters, and share finished projects! -Registration is required. -Bring your own supplies or supplies provided for $5. Every 3rd Saturday of the month from 1pm-3pm at South County Regional Park Recreation Center, call for questions 941.505.8686
Theater & film
7:00 PM
Charlotte Harbor Event & Conference Center, Punta Gorda · Port Charlotte, FL
Charlotte Harbor Event & Conference Center, Punta Gorda
You can screen a slate of independent short films at the long-running Punta Gorda Short Film Festival.
Classes & arts
Daytime
Charlotte Harbor Event & Conference Center, Punta Gorda · Port Charlotte, FL
Charlotte Harbor Event & Conference Center, Punta Gorda
You can admire hundreds of handmade quilts at the Southwest Florida Quilters Guild biennial show in Punta Gorda.
Pickleball & rec
Various
Centennial Park Recreation Center, Port Charlotte · Port Charlotte, FL
Centennial Park Recreation Center, Port Charlotte
You can join all-levels pickleball sessions at the county's Centennial Park rec center in Port Charlotte.
Markets
10091 McGregor Blvd., Fort Myers, FL, 33919 · Port Charlotte, FL
10091 McGregor Blvd., Fort Myers, FL, 33919
Outdoors & nature
1:00 PM
Port Charlotte Public Library · Port Charlotte, FL
Port Charlotte Public Library
You can bring your gardening questions to a University of Florida Master Gardener at this free weekly library session.
Pickleball & rec
Morning and afternoon
Charlotte County recreation centers, Port Charlotte · Port Charlotte, FL
Charlotte County recreation centers, Port Charlotte
You can take a beginner pickleball clinic and then jump into intermediate or advanced open play at the county rec centers.
Lifelong learning
2:30 PM
Port Charlotte Public Library · Port Charlotte, FL
Port Charlotte Public Library
You can join a lively, free Socrates-style philosophy discussion most Friday afternoons in Port Charlotte.
Lifelong learning
2:00 PM
Port Charlotte Public Library · Port Charlotte, FL
Port Charlotte Public Library
You can take part in a weekly Saturday discussion group exploring big ideas at the Port Charlotte library.
Markets
SE 47th Terrace & SE 10th Place, Cape Coral, Florida 33904 · Port Charlotte, FL
SE 47th Terrace & SE 10th Place, Cape Coral, Florida 33904
Open: Year-round<br>Available Products: Fresh fruits;Fresh vegetables;Baked goods;Bedding plants;Canned or preserved fruits/vegetables;Coffee/tea;Crafts/woodworking items;Cut flowers;Dairy products.;D
Markets
4748 S Beneva Rd Sarasota, FL 34233 · Port Charlotte, FL
4748 S Beneva Rd Sarasota, FL 34233
Community & civic
7:45 AM
Charlotte Harbor Event & Conference Center, Punta Gorda · Port Charlotte, FL
Charlotte Harbor Event & Conference Center, Punta Gorda
You can meet local business owners over coffee at the Chamber's monthly Third Wednesday networking morning.
Community & civic
Port Charlotte, FL
A handful of weekly and seasonal farmers markets around the county, including the Punta Gorda and South Gulf Cove markets, listed in the visitor bureau roundup.
Senior programs
Various
Charlotte County recreation centers · Port Charlotte, FL
Charlotte County recreation centers
You can compete in Olympic-style senior athletic events through the county's Fit for Life Senior Games program.
Music & concerts
Evening
Charlotte Performing Arts Center, Port Charlotte · Port Charlotte, FL
Charlotte Performing Arts Center, Port Charlotte
You can hear the Charlotte County Jazz Society and other ensembles perform at the Port Charlotte performing arts center.
Theater & film
Evening and matinee
Langdon Playhouse, 1182 Market Circle, Port Charlotte · Port Charlotte, FL
Langdon Playhouse, 1182 Market Circle, Port Charlotte
You can see locally produced plays and musicals from Charlotte County's community theatre, performing its 65th season in Port Charlotte.
Classes & arts
1:00 PM
Port Charlotte Public Library · Port Charlotte, FL
Port Charlotte Public Library
You can share photos and learn camera technique with the Charlotte Shutterbugs at this free monthly club.
Music & concerts
7:30 PM
Visani Comedy Theater, Port Charlotte · Port Charlotte, FL
Visani Comedy Theater, Port Charlotte
You can dine and watch a championship-winning Elvis tribute artist perform on Tuesday nights through the summer.
Pickleball & rec
Various
Area courts (Punta Gorda / Port Charlotte) · Port Charlotte, FL
Area courts (Punta Gorda / Port Charlotte)
You can use this free local scheduler to create or join pickleball sessions with other players around Port Charlotte.
Markets
Heitman and West First Street Fort Myers, FL 33901 · Port Charlotte, FL
Heitman and West First Street Fort Myers, FL 33901
Outdoors & nature
9:00 AM to 10:00 AM
Charlotte County preserves (Cedar Point, Bill Coy Preserve and more) · Port Charlotte, FL
Charlotte County preserves (Cedar Point, Bill Coy Preserve and more)
You can join a casual hour-long walk with Charlotte Harbor Environmental Center volunteers to spot plants, birds and wildlife in the county preserves, though advance registration is required.
Lifelong learning
1:00 PM
Port Charlotte Public Library · Port Charlotte, FL
Port Charlotte Public Library
You can swap research tips and trace your roots with fellow family historians at this free Port Charlotte roundtable.
Dance & fitness
Evening
Charlotte Harbor Event & Conference Center, Punta Gorda · Port Charlotte, FL
Charlotte Harbor Event & Conference Center, Punta Gorda
You can dance the night away to salsa music with a tropical theme at the Charlotte Harbor event center.
Classes & arts
10:00 AM
Port Charlotte Public Library · Port Charlotte, FL
Port Charlotte Public Library
You can join a free midweek quilting circle that meets every Wednesday morning at the Port Charlotte library.
Markets
9:00 AM to 2:00 PM
14859 Ingraham Blvd, Port Charlotte · Port Charlotte, FL
14859 Ingraham Blvd, Port Charlotte
This neighborhood Sunday market in South Gulf Cove brings fresh produce and sourdough out to the Port Charlotte side of the harbor.
Markets
1561 Lakefront Drive, Sarasota, FL, USA · Port Charlotte, FL
1561 Lakefront Drive, Sarasota, FL, USA
Dance & fitness
Late morning
Legendary Dance Studio, 3109 S Tamiami Trail, Port Charlotte · Port Charlotte, FL
Legendary Dance Studio, 3109 S Tamiami Trail, Port Charlotte
You can join a low-intensity line dancing class for ten dollars at Legendary Dance Studio in Port Charlotte.
Music & concerts
Afternoon and evening
Fishermen's Village, Punta Gorda · Port Charlotte, FL
Fishermen's Village, Punta Gorda
Every Friday and Saturday you can catch free live music from a rotating cast of musicians in the village center court and out on the dry beach.
Senior programs
1:30 PM
Port Charlotte Public Library · Port Charlotte, FL
Port Charlotte Public Library
You can play mahjong with a friendly regular crowd every Wednesday afternoon in Port Charlotte.
Markets
5041 Ringwood Meadow, The Meadows, Sarasota, FL, USA · Port Charlotte, FL
5041 Ringwood Meadow, The Meadows, Sarasota, FL, USA
Open: 12/08/2024 to 04/13/2025<br>Available Products: Fresh fruits;Fresh vegetables;Baked goods;Crafts/woodworking items;Cut flowers;Eggs;Honey;Mushrooms;Pet food;Poultry/fowl meat and products;Prepar
Markets
1620 Myakka Rd (Old Miakka United Methodist Church) Sarasota, FL 34240 · Port Charlotte, FL
1620 Myakka Rd (Old Miakka United Methodist Church) Sarasota, FL 34240
Pickleball & rec
Various
South Gulf Cove Park, Tringali Park and other Charlotte County courts · Port Charlotte, FL
South Gulf Cove Park, Tringali Park and other Charlotte County courts
You can find open pickleball courts across Charlotte County parks, with public play sessions throughout the week.
Classes & arts
10:00 AM
Port Charlotte Public Library · Port Charlotte, FL
Port Charlotte Public Library
You can bring your quilting or handwork and stitch alongside others at this free Saturday morning group in Port Charlotte.
Community & civic
Port Charlotte, FL
A recurring weekend Greek festival right in Port Charlotte, with Greek food, music, and dancing. Admission is a few dollars and kids get in free.
Lifelong learning
10:30 AM
Port Charlotte Public Library · Port Charlotte, FL
Port Charlotte Public Library
You can workshop your writing and get feedback from other local authors at this free Port Charlotte club.
Classes & arts
Various, see listing
Visual Arts Center, 210 Maud Street, Punta Gorda · Port Charlotte, FL
Visual Arts Center, 210 Maud Street, Punta Gorda
You can take a hands-on wheel-throwing class several days a week at the Visual Arts Center in nearby Punta Gorda.
Classes & arts
Studio hours Tue to Sun
Bisque It Studio, 1931 Tamiami Trail, Port Charlotte · Port Charlotte, FL
Bisque It Studio, 1931 Tamiami Trail, Port Charlotte
You can get your hands dirty on the pottery wheel or paint ceramics at this family-run Port Charlotte art studio.
Markets
8:00 AM to 12:00 PM
226 Taylor Street, Punta Gorda · Port Charlotte, FL
226 Taylor Street, Punta Gorda
You will find 70 to 80 vendors of produce, baked goods and crafts every Saturday in downtown Punta Gorda, with live music to shop by.
Markets
307 taylor street Punta Gorda, FL 33950 · Port Charlotte, FL
307 taylor street Punta Gorda, FL 33950
Markets
9:00 AM to 1:00 PM
Punta Gorda History Park, 501 Shreve Street · Port Charlotte, FL
Punta Gorda History Park, 501 Shreve Street
You can browse local growers and an artisan village every Sunday morning in the shade of the historic Punta Gorda History Park.
Food festivals
Midday
Downtown Punta Gorda · Port Charlotte, FL
Downtown Punta Gorda
You can eat your way through downtown Punta Gorda on a guided long-lunch food walking tour.
Markets
Lemon Avenue and Main Street Sarasota, FL 34236 · Port Charlotte, FL
Lemon Avenue and Main Street Sarasota, FL 34236
Senior programs
10:30 AM
Charlotte County Libraries (Englewood) · Port Charlotte, FL
Charlotte County Libraries (Englewood)
You can meet other older adults for conversation and connection at this free weekly Social Seniors gathering.
Outdoors & nature
9:00 AM
Charlotte County Libraries (Punta Gorda) · Port Charlotte, FL
Charlotte County Libraries (Punta Gorda)
You can safely view the sun through filtered telescopes with local astronomers at this free Saturday morning program.
Dance & fitness
9:00 AM and other times
Charlotte County recreation centers, Port Charlotte · Port Charlotte, FL
Charlotte County recreation centers, Port Charlotte
You can keep limber with gentle Stride & Stretch and yoga classes on the county rec center schedule.
Lifelong learning
10:00 AM and 1:00 PM
Charlotte County Libraries · Port Charlotte, FL
Charlotte County Libraries
You can get free, patient help with your phone, tablet or computer at the library's weekly tech sessions.
Theater & film
Showtime 7:30 PM, doors 5:00 PM
Visani Italian Steakhouse and Comedy Theater, Port Charlotte · Port Charlotte, FL
Visani Italian Steakhouse and Comedy Theater, Port Charlotte
You can pair an Italian steakhouse dinner with national touring comedians several nights a week at Port Charlotte's comedy theater.
Tastings
5:00 PM to 9:00 PM
Punta Gorda · Port Charlotte, FL
Punta Gorda
You can sip wine to live jazz on the third Saturday of each month at this new garden series starting in June.
Tastings
6:00 PM
Island Time Wine, Buttonwood Key · Port Charlotte, FL
Island Time Wine, Buttonwood Key
You can taste and learn to pair wines and cheeses from around the world in a guided evening workshop near Port Charlotte.
Tastings
Evening
Punta Gorda Chocolate & Wine · Port Charlotte, FL
Punta Gorda Chocolate & Wine
You can sample curated wines paired with chocolate at regular tasting nights in downtown Punta Gorda.
