Get ready for a packed weekend in Cape Coral! From wildlife festivals and farm fun to free crafts and a massive Latino food showdown on Sunday, there's something for every age group on Feb 28th and Mar 1st.
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Michael's Stores Kids Crafts
Michael's Stores
Drop in for free, no-commitment creative fun on Saturday morning.
LEGO Club at Northwest Regional Library
Northwest Regional Library
An hour of free building fun indoors this Saturday afternoon.
Storytime & Book Signing with Constance & Andre Lewis
Books-A-Million
Free storytime session available Saturday morning at 11 AM.
· February 28
6RISE & SHINE AT LIGHTFOOT FARMS — ANIMALS, ADVENTURE & FAMILY TIME : Head out to Lightfoot Farms for a morning event focused on animals, adventure, and quality family time. A perfect chance to get the kids outdoors early in the day.Offers active, animal-focused fun, which is usually a big hit with kids.
: Celebrate the iconic Burrowing Owl at this annual festival and expo. It’s a great chance to learn about local Florida wildlife.A unique, local-centric wildlife event that is seasonally specific.
MICHAEL'S STORES KIDS CRAFTSFREE : Stop by Michael's this Saturday for free crafting activities designed specifically for kids. This is a perfect drop-in spot if you need a quick, creative hour.It's free, focused entirely on kids' creativity, and centrally located at a store.
: Check out this art walk happening both Saturday and Sunday at the Promenade. It's a nice outdoor stroll to look at local art.It's one of the few events spanning both days of the weekend.
: This is your chance to see the play 'Dogwood Winter' before it closes on Sunday. Evening timing makes this better for families with older children or teens.It’s a limited-run play closing this weekend, offering evening entertainment.
STORYTIME & BOOK SIGNING WITH CONSTANCE & ANDRE LEWISFREE : A free storytime event at Books-A-Million featuring an author signing. A great indoor option for families with younger readers on Saturday morning.It's a free, central, scheduled storytime event for Saturday.
· March 1
4: Catch a matinee or evening show of '9 to 5 the musical' at The Belle Theatre on Sunday. Great indoor entertainment for families whose kids enjoy theatre.It's a local theatre production running this weekend.
TASTE OF LATINO FESTIVAL:EMPANADA SMACKDOWN IN SWFL/FT. MYERS: (4TH ANN) : The Empanada Smackdown returns! Sunday is the perfect day to head over to Fort Myers for a cultural food festival focused on great eats.Sunday food festival provides a destination activity for the end of the weekend.
: Catch GFDC 'The Company' in concert Sunday evening. A nice cultural outing for families with older children or teens who enjoy music performances.A dedicated Sunday evening concert option that isn't overly niche.
: If you want to be active on Sunday, this family bike brunch and walk sounds like a great way to spend the morning outdoors.It specifically targets active families on Sunday.
Also On· anytime this weekend
5: Start your Saturday morning by visiting the local farmers' market for fresh produce and community vibes. It’s a great low-key activity for the whole family.This is a reliable weekend staple, great for family outings before the heat sets in.
FREE : The last Saturday of the month means a free kids' fun morning at WINK Playland inside Miromar Outlets. Get some playtime in before heading home.It's free and scheduled early enough to fit into a busy Saturday morning plan.
FREE : Bring the kids to the library to unleash their creativity with piles of LEGO bricks. This is a fantastic, free indoor activity.It's free, indoor, and great for keeping school-aged kids engaged for an hour.
FREE : Take a quick trip to Lovers Key State Park for a free Jr. Ranger program Saturday morning. These park activities are usually very engaging for kids.It's a free, nature-focused activity happening Saturday morning.
FREE : Check out what special activity the Cape Coral Library has planned for Family Fun Saturday. Libraries are reliable spots for free, engaging kid programs.A scheduled, free library event specifically labeled for families.
Frequently Asked Questions
What free kids events are on in Cape Coral this weekend?
This weekend (Feb 28-01) there are several free options, including Michael's Stores Kids Crafts on Saturday, the Jr. Ranger Program at Lovers Key State Park Saturday, the LEGO Club at the Northwest Regional Library Saturday, and Family Fun Saturday at the Cape Coral Library.
What can we do on Sunday, March 1st?
Sunday, March 1st offers a few options near Cape Coral, including the TASTE OF LATINO FESTIVAL in Fort Myers, the Art Walk at the Promenade, and the Family Bike Brunch & Walk in Naples.
Are there any activities for teens this weekend?
The Cape Coral Teen Hangout Group is running both Saturday and Sunday, listed as an 'All day' event for a fee.
