Things to Do in Estero & Bonita Springs, FL

Page last updated July 27, 2026.

From Wednesday farmers markets to free concerts at Riverside Park, Estero and Bonita Springs stay busy year-round. This page rounds up what's happening locally and where to find full, up-to-date event listings, so you can plan a weekend out or just get a feel for life in the area before you move.

Weekly & Recurring Things to Do

Farmers Market at the Lemon Tree Lot in downtown Bonita Springs, Wednesdays 8:00 AM to 1:00 PM. Outdoor community church service at Riverside Park, Sundays at 9:30 AM. Riverside Park itself is the hub for most downtown Bonita Springs gatherings, from food trucks to seasonal festivals.

Upcoming Concerts at Riverside Park

The City of Bonita Springs runs a regular free concert series at Riverside Park featuring the Bonita Springs Concert Band and the Stardust Memories Big Band. Confirmed dates on the city's approved events calendar include:

• December 8, 2026 — Stardust Memories Big Band, 7:00 PM to 9:00 PM
• December 13, 2026 — Bonita Springs Concert Band, 6:00 PM to 8:30 PM
• January 24, 2027 — Bonita Springs Concert Band, 4:00 PM to 6:30 PM
• February 23, 2027 — Stardust Memories Big Band, 7:00 PM to 9:00 PM
• March 14, 2027 — Bonita Springs Concert Band with guest ensemble Boston Brass, 3:30 PM to 6:30 PM

Riverside Park will also host the Bonita Brew Fest on February 20, 2027, from 4:00 PM to 7:30 PM, with more than 200 beers and ciders, live music and food trucks; tickets go on sale October 1, 2026. Note that the Bonita Springs Concert Band's February 14, 2027 concert has moved to Estero High School rather than Riverside Park. More concert dates run through April 2027; see the city's full special events calendar linked below for the complete schedule.

Parks & Outdoor Recreation

Both towns sit on the water and lean into it. In Bonita Springs, Riverside Park anchors downtown with walking paths and event space, while Bonita Beach and Lovers Key State Park offer Gulf access nearby. In Estero, the Estero Park & Recreation Center at 9200 Corkscrew Palms Blvd hosts community programs, and Estero Community Park, Koreshan State Park and the Estero Bay Preserve give residents miles of trails, kayak launches and picnic space.

Full Event Calendars & Local Resources

For the most current listings, including anything added after this page's last update, check:

• City of Bonita Springs — Special Events Calendar
• Village of Estero — Parks & Recreation
• Events Bonita — Bonita Springs & Estero Events Calendar
• Visit Estero — Events

Thinking About Life in Estero or Bonita Springs?

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