Things To Do in Naples This Week

Author

Robert Desiano
April 15, 2026

Your week at a glance: live music, community events & outdoor vibes

🎶 Country Jam Naples 2026

  • Date: Saturday

  • Time: 3:00 PM

  • Location: Paradise Coast Sports Complex

  • Description: Major country music event featuring an all-female, all-star lineup. Large-scale production with strong turnout (800+ interested already).

🏓 National Pickleball Championships

  • Date: April 11 – April 18

  • Time: All Day

  • Location: East Naples Community Park

  • Description: One of the biggest pickleball events in the country. Watch high-level competition all week with players from across the U.S.

  • Cost: ✅ Free to attend (spectators)

🌎 Earth Day Festival (Top Free Pick)

  • Date: Saturday, April 18

  • Time: 10:00 AM – 3:00 PM

  • Location: 1495 Smith Preserve Way, Naples

  • Description: One of Naples’ best free annual events. Wildlife exhibits, hands-on activities, environmental education, and family-friendly entertainment.

  • Cost: ✅ FREE

🏃 Naples Paradise Coast Half Marathon & 5K

  • Date: Saturday

  • Time: 6:00 AM – 9:30 AM

  • Location: North Collier Regional Park – Rec Plex

  • Description: Scenic race through North Naples with strong community participation.

🌈 Naples Pride Fest 2026

  • Date: Saturday, April 18

  • Time: 11:00 AM – 4:00 PM

  • Location: Cambier Park

  • Description: One of the largest community events in Naples celebrating diversity, music, and local vendors. High-energy downtown crowd.

🎶 Live @ The Cove (Still a Must)

  • Date: Saturday

  • Time: 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM

  • Location: Paradise Coast Sports Complex

  • Description: Free live music + food trucks + drinks. One of the best consistent weekly events in Naples.

  • Cost: ✅ FREE

🐾 PAWty in the Piazza (Mercato Event)

  • Date: April 16

  • Time: Evening (typically ~6:00 PM – 9:00 PM)

  • Location: Mercato

  • Description: Dog-friendly block party with live music, drinks, and a high-energy crowd. One of Mercato’s better recurring social events.

🚗 Cars & Coffee 239

  • Date: Saturday (monthly rotation)

  • Time: Morning (~8:00 AM – 10:00 AM)

  • Location: Mercato

  • Description: Exotic cars, coffee, and a big weekend crowd. Great mix of locals, car enthusiasts, and casual visitors

🛍 Third Street South Farmers Market

  • Date: Saturday

  • Time: 7:30 AM – 11:30 AM

  • Location: Third Street South

  • Description: Local produce, seafood, baked goods, and artisan vendors. One of the best weekly daytime events.

  • Cost: ✅ FREE entry