Talk about a festive ride...  I saw this car in Naples last week, and it was so lit up like a Christmas Tree!  This would be so fun for the holiday season to see and be seen in!  There  a lot happening in the next few weeks here in Marco, so stay tuned!

Christmas Sip and Shop at S. McLaughlin TONIGHT!

Sip & Shop Tonight🥂🎄

Marco Island Art in the Park This Saturday & Sunday

Come shop for your artsy friends and family members.  Choose from handmade gifts that are fun, unique, and one of a kind.  There may ba a Santa Visit so prepare yourself for a family photo or sighting!

📆 Saturday December 13th and Sunday, December 14th

📍Veteran's Park (901 Park Ave), Marco Island

🕙10AM to 5PM

Christmas Parade in Marco Island THIS Saturday

Our Annual Christmas Parade in Marco Island is THIS Saturday, and it starts at 6:30 PM and will be on San Marco Road between Bald Eagle and the Big Publix.  Bring your Chairs, Drinks, Blankets, and Jackets!  It has been a little windy and chilly in the evenings, so better safe than sorry.  Dress for fun, treats, and festivities.  🎄🤶🎅

Get Ready for Milk and Cookies with Santa at Mackle Park

This event is on December 17th, from 10AM until 12PM.  Little ones can expect to see Santa fly in not in his sleigh...but in a HELICOPTER to the park, and then they get to experience an up close and personal visit while enjoying cookies and milk!  Find out more from the Christmas Island Style Web Page.

📍Mackle Park

🕙 10AM - 12PM

Marco Island Police Department Annual Toy Drive Drop-off Information to Help Children in Need This Season

These are the Holiday Gift Drive Drop-Off Locations:
The Marco Island Police are inviting our community to help make the season brighter for kids and their parents!  What a perfect time to help a child give back to their parent.  This is such a sweet idea on all ends.

Please place donated toys for kids and gifts for parents in the drop-off boxes located in the Marco Island Police Department Lobby, at the Racquetball Courts on San Marco Road, or at participating condominium associations throughout the island. Your generosity helps ensure every child — and their parents — feel the joy of the holidays.

Great Wolf Lodge has unveiled Snowland, a vibrant winter celebration bringing festive magic to families this season.

The resort transforms with shimmering decor and lively seasonal displays, welcoming visitors into a cozy holiday escape.

Guests can meet Santa Claus, join holiday craft sessions, and enjoy music that fills the lodge with cheer.

A highlight is the resort’s daily indoor snowfall, letting families experience frosty fun without braving the cold outdoors.

Activities cater to all ages, from culinary workshops creating festive treats to special Snowland-inspired yoga sessions.

Dining also gets a festive twist, with curated holiday menus designed to enhance the celebration.

Snowland embodies Great Wolf Lodge’s commitment to unforgettable, locally focused family experiences.

This season, families can create treasured memories in a holiday setting that captures the true spirit of winter.

Saturday Food Pantry – Drive‑Thru

• 📅 Date: Saturday

• 🕒 Time: 9:00 AM

• 📍 Location: 1818 San Marco Road, Marco Island, FL 34145

• 🎟️ Admission: Free

• 📄 Details: A drive-thru food-pantry service for the community. Approach via San Marco Road, turn by Island Garden Center on Capt. Horr Way and follow the signage.

Meetups and Outdoor Live Music Options

Live Music Around Marco Island This Week

Crazy Flamingo

• 📅 Thursday, December 11th

• 🕒 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM → Banjoe Steve

• 📍 The Crazy Flamingo, The Shops of Marco, Marco Island

The Boardroom

• 📅 Thursday, December 11th

• 🕒 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM → Zack Couron

• 📍 The Boardroom, Shops of Old Marco, Marco Island

Snook Inn

• 📅 Thursday, December 11th

• 🕒 1:00 PM – 5:00 PM → Bill Beck

• 🕕 6:00 PM – 10:00 PM → Bill Beck 

• 📍 Snook Inn, Marco Island
  

• Little Bar (Goodland)

  • 📅 Friday, December 12th

  • 🕕 7:00 PM → Hat Trick

  • 📍 205 Harbor Pl N, Goodland, FL (just over the bridge)

Stan's Idle Hour

• 📅 Friday, December 12th

• 🕒 1:00 PM – 4:00 PM → The Earworms

• 📍Stan's Idle Hour, Goodland, FL

Snook Inn

• 📅 Friday, December 12th

• 🕒 1:00 PM – 5:00 PM → Geezers in Paradise

• 🕕 6:00 PM – 10:00 PM → Matt Kramer

• 📍 Snook Inn, Marco Island
  

The Boardroom

• 📅 Friday, December 12th 

• 🕒 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM → The Earworms

• 📍 The Boardroom, Shops of Old Marco, Marco Island

Snook Inn

• 📅 Saturday, December 13th

• 🕒 1:00 PM – 5:00 PM → Alivee Duo

• 🕕 6:00 PM – 10:00 PM → Earworms

• 📍 Snook Inn, Marco Island
  

Stan's Idle Hour

• 📅 Saturday, December 13th

• 🕒 1:00 PM – 5:00 PM → Hot Damn Duo

• 📍Stan's Idle Hour, Goodland, FL

The Boardroom

• 📅 Saturday, December 13th 

• 🕒 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM → The Charlie Pace Band

• 📍 The Boardroom, Shops of Old Marco, Marco Island

• Little Bar (Goodland)

  • 📅 Saturday, December 13th

  • 🕒 1:00 PM → Billy J & JJ

  • 🕕 8:00 PM → Dan Signor

  • 📍 205 Harbor Pl N, Goodland, FL (just over the bridge) 

• The Snook

• 📅 Sunday, December 14th

• 🕒 1:00 PM – 5:00 PM → Rockefeller Trio

• 🕕 6:00 PM – 10:00 PM → Coral Stone Band

• 📍 Snook Inn, Marco Island
  

The Boardroom

• 📅 Sunday, December 14th 

• 🕒 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM → Nick Hamilton

• 📍 The Boardroom, Shops of Old Marco, Marco Island

• Little Bar (Goodland)

  • 📅 Sunday, December 14th

  • 🕒 1:00 PM → Rachelle Coba Duo

  • 🕕 5:00 PM → Edison Schetter

  • 📍 205 Harbor Pl N, Goodland, FL (just over the bridge)

Stan's Idle Hour

• 📅 Sunday, December 14th

• 🕒 1:00 PM – 6:30 PM → Dino's Trio

• 📍 Stan's Idle Hour, Goodland, FL

Happy Hour Highlights 

Island life: sunscreen, cocktails, and questionable decisions....🍹🌊🍸

We always have a Lot of great options for happy hour across the island. Here are some of the top spots with their typical schedules in no order:

• Pinchers Happy Hour: All Day EVERYDAY!  Enjoy Two of the Same Drink From Open to Close.
• Stilts in Marriott Crystal Shores Happy Hour:  Daily from 2:00pm to 6:00pm.
• Sunset Grille - Happy Hour: Monday-Friday 2:00pm to 5:00pm.

• Snook Inn - Happy Hour: Monday–Thursday, 4:00 pm to 9:00 pm.  

• La Tavola Restaurant and Bar - Happy Hour: Mondays, Tuesdays, and Fridays 4:00 pm to 6:00 pm.

• Italian Deli and Market - Happy Hour: Every day from 2:00 pm to 6:00 pm.  Don't Forget KARAOKE MONDAYS!

• Kane Tiki Bar & Grille & Quinn's at The JW Marriott both Offer  Happy Hour - Daily 2:00pm to 4:00pm.

• Sami's - Happy Hour: Monday–Friday 2:00 pm to 6:00 pm.

• Marco Island Brewery Happy Hour: Daily 3:00pm to 6:00 pm or after 10pm.

• The Speakeasy - Happy Hour: Monday–Saturday 2:00 pm to 6:00 pm.  

• Dolphin Tiki Bar & Grill - Happy Hour: Every day, 4:00 pm to 6:00 pm.

• DaVinci’s - Happy Hour: Every day, 4:30 pm to 6:00 pm.

• Marco Prime - Happy Hour: Every day, 4:30 pm to 6:00 pm.

• The Oyster Society - Happy Hour: Every day, 4:30 pm to 6:00 pm. 

• Arturo's - Happy Hour:  Every Day, 4:45 pm to 8:00 pm.
• The Boardroom - Happy Hour: 3:00 pm to 6:00 pm
• CJ's @ Esplanade - Happy Hour:  Every Day, 3:00 pm to 6:30 pm
• Mango's @ Esplanade - Happy Hour: Every Day, 11:00 am to 6 pm
• La Mesa - Happy Hour:  Every Day, 3:00 pm to 5:30 pm
• Tesoro - Happy Hour:  Every Day,1:00 pm to 3:00 pm
• 844 Gulf & Prime - Happy Hour: Every Day, 3:30 pm to 5:30 pm
• Sale e Pepe - Is Temporarily CLOSED.

• Quinns at Marriott: 📅 Daily Happy Hour + Live Entertainment (Thu–Sun) 🕒 Happy Hour: 2–4 pm | Music: 6–9 pm

• Cavs:  Happy Hour: Monday to Friday 2:00 pm to 6:00 pm
• SandBar:  Happy Hour:  Monday to Friday 2:00 to 6:00 pm and don't forget all-you-can-eat CRABLEGS Sunday and Mondays!
• FIN Bistro:  Happy Hour: Tuesday to Saturday 4:00PM to 5:00 PM in the bar for 20% OFF all beer and wine with a Social Hour Menu featuring $12 bar bites.
• 2 Sheas Salty Dog:  Happy Hour: 7 Days a Week 2:00 PM to 5:00 PM
• Nacho Mama's:  Happy Hour: Daily 2:00 PM to 5:00 PM

The Marco Island Farmers Market...  Every Wednesday until April!

• Dates: November 12th 2025 through April 15th 2026
• Day: Every Wednesday
• Time: 7:30 a.m. to 1 p.m.
• Location: Veterans Park, 901 Park Ave, Marco Island, FL 34145
• Holiday Schedule: In case of a holiday on a Wednesday, the market may be moved to the preceding Monday.

For more information on becoming a vendor, check out the City Website with the Applications!  They are available now.