Naples, FL, May 30th, 2024 — June in Naples and its surrounding areas is bustling with activities, ensuring there's something for everyone. Here’s your guide to the top events this month:
Brew for the Zoo: Raise awareness and funding for panther conservation by sipping limited time panther-themed craft beers at Riptide Brewing Co., 987 Third Ave. N., Naples. June 8, noon-10 p.m. Free Naples Zoo tickets will be given away during every hour of the event. 100% of merchandise proceeds and $2 from each pint sold go toward panther conservation efforts. napleszoo.org.
"Evening on Fifth": Enjoy night of live music, food and fun. "Evening On Fifth" is along Fifth Avenue South from 6:30-9:30 p.m. Thursday, June 13. Also enjoy shopping and dancing in downtown Naples. For more call 239-692-8436 or visit FifthAvenueSouth.com.
Watercolors & Wildlife: This class with local artist Jan Deswick highlights an aspect of nature’s beauty. At 9:30 June 20, join to paint coastal Naples and an estuarine environment. $85, includes all materials. Each participant leaves with a finished painting with matte. RSVP in advance at rookerybay.org. Rookery Bay Environmental Learning Center, 300 Tower Road.
Essentials of Digital Photography Workshop: Learn how to use your personal camera’s shutter, aperture, ISO control and the drive modes with Sonny Saunders ― a photographer with over 35 years of experience. No experience needed, just an eagerness to learn. $55. RSVP in advance at rookerybay.org. Rookery Bay Environmental Learning Center, 300 Tower Road.
Carole King & James Taylor tribute shows: Two 90-minute concerts are Saturday, June 1, at the Hilton Naples, 5111 Tamiami Trail N. They're from 5:30-7 p.m. and from 8-9:30 p.m. Tickets start at $55 for regular admission. Doors open 45 minutes before each show. Venue will be kept cool so dress accordingly. Tickets at eventbrite.com, more at legendsconcertseries.com.
Wayne Newton: The Las Vegas legend, known for songs like “Danke Schoen” and “Daddy Don’t You Walk So Fast,” performs at 8 p.m. Saturday, June 1, at Seminole Center at Seminole Casino Hotel, 506 S. First St., Immokalee. $65-$85. More at (239) 658-1313 or moreinparadise.com.
Pro-Am concert: Amateur musicians from the community join the Naples Philharmonic Hayes Hall for a concert at 7 p.m. Sunday, June 2, at Artis―Naples, 5833 Pelican Bay Blvd. Free, RSVP tickets at artisnaples.org/events/pro-am or call (239) 597-1900.
Yacht Rock Gold: Sail the classic rock seas with songs from Fleetwood Mac, Steely Dan, the Doobie Brothers on Sunday, June 23, in Daniels Pavillion at Artis―Naples, 5833 Pelican Bay Blvd. Concerts are at 5 and 7:30 p.m. Tickets from $49. artisnaples.org/events/pro-am or call (239) 597-1900.
Live music at Miromar Outlets: Enjoy musicians playing on the plaza, between Ford’s Garage & Naples Flatbread and in the Restaurant Piazza. Bring lawn chairs. 6-8 p.m. every Friday. miromaroutlets.com.
Live at the Cove: Live music from 5-8 p.m. Saturdays in Paradise Coast Sports Complex at The Cove Beer & Wine Bar, 3940 City Gate Blvd. N., Naples. playparadisecoast.com.
Roald Dahl’s "Willy Wonka Jr.": Satisfy your sweet tooth with the classic story of Willy Wonka, and the approach he takes to finding an heir to his famous chocolate factory. Showings at various times, June 21-23 at Gulfshore Playhouse, 755 Eighth Ave. S., Naples. gulfshoreplayhouse.org
Felipe Esparza: The comedian performs standup at 6:30 and 8:30 p.m. June 7; 6 and 8 p.m. June 8; and 6:30 p.m. June 9. Off The Hook Comedy Club, 2500 Vanderbilt Beach Road, No. 1100. $25 general admission, plus a fee. offthehookcomedy.com or (239) 389-6901.
Victor Medina: The comedian performs standup at 8 p.m. June 13 in a Spanish only show. Off The Hook Comedy Club, 2500 Vanderbilt Beach Road, No. 1100. $35 general admission, plus a fee. offthehookcomedy.com or (239) 389-6901.
David Lucas: The comedian performs standup at 7 p.m. June 27; 6:30 and 8:30 p.m. June 28; and 6 and 8 p.m. June 29. Off The Hook Comedy Club, 2500 Vanderbilt Beach Road, No. 1100. $28 general admission, plus a fee. offthehookcomedy.com or (239) 389-6901.
Open Jam: 7-10 p.m. Every Thursday at Z's Music Kitchen, 12655 Tamiami Trail E., Naples. Enjoy music and food. More at (239) 304-9552 or zsmusickitchen.com.
Jebry's Jazz and Blues Jam Session: 6 to 9 p.m. every Monday at Dogtooth bar and restaurant, 5310 Shirley St., Naples. (239) 431-7004 or dogtoothnaples.com.
Karaoke: 7-10 p.m. Mondays and Tuesdays at Sneaky Pete's, 3465 Bonita Beach Road SW, No. 120, Bonita Springs. (239) 498-8887 or sneakypetesbonita.com.
Trivia: 6:30-8:30 p.m. Tuesdays at South Street City Oven and Grill at Goodlette Corners, 1410 Pine Ridge Road, Suite 4, Naples.
Trivia: 7-9 p.m. Wednesdays at South Street City Oven and Grill at Founders Square, 8845 Founders Square Drive, Naples.
Trivia: 7 p.m. Mondays at Naples Flatbread of Miromar Outlets, 10801 Corkscrew Road suite 520, Estero.
Special Experiences at the Wonder Gardens: Wild Wonders Animal Encounters and guided tours are available for an additional fee at various days and times. Weekly Habitat Chats are free with paid admission every Thursday at 1 p.m. Topics vary. wondergardens.org
Mall Mutts: Adoptable dogs visit from the Gulf Coast Humane Society on the first Thursday of every month. 1:30-2:30 p.m. Lee County Sheriff’s Outreach Center, suite 190. Miromar Outlets, 10801 Corkscrew Road, Estero. miromaroutlets.com
Third Street South Farmers Market: 7:30-11:30 a.m. Saturdays on Third Street South. Fresh produce, flowers, pastas, seafood, baked goods, prepared foods, jams, relishes, fresh-roasted coffee, more. Music, dog treats.
Immokalee State Farmers Market: Open 7 a.m.-7 p.m. daily year-round at 424 New Market Road E., Immokalee. For more, call 239-658-3505 or visit fdacs.gov.
Friends of Koreshan Sunday Market: Open 8 a.m.-1 p.m. Sundays at a new location, Three Oaks Town Center, 18731 Three Oaks Parkway, south Lee County. More on Facebook.
Inyoni Organic Farm: This 6-acre all-organic farm offers online ordering with Saturday pickup on the farm. Learn more at facebook.com/inyoniorganicfarm.
Source: What's there to do in June in Naples, Marco, Bonita, Immokalee (naplesnews.com)