This is a great time of year for a visit, not only is the weather wonderful, there are many holiday festivities that you can enjoy.
Today is the last day of the 27th annual Sanibel Masters Art Festival held on the grounds of the Sanibel Community House. Professional juried artists both local and from around the nation will take part in the invitational exhibition and sale.
Luminary Festival on Sanibel and Captiva Islands is something we look forward to each year. Friday, December 3rd, on Sanibel and Saturday December 4th, on Captiva. Luminary Festival is a community-wide holiday event for both residents and visitors. We have people who make a reservation a year in advance for this occasion. You follow the luminary trail stopping at the many businesses that will be open. Many of them offer complimentary food and drinks, along with live entertainment here and there. Periwinkle is usually congested during this time, so complementary trolley service is offered. The route is from Jerry's Market to Bailey's General Store, making stops all along the way. You will also run across Santa as he travels the trail. This provides a great opportunity to do your island Christmas shopping and surprise your family with tropical gifts this year.
During the month of December, the magic of the season comes alive all over the islands, and this year Captiva is having some new and special events that I personally plan to enjoy. There will be Christmas Tree lighting, musical performances, fireworks displays, decorated golf cart and boat parades and the festive glow of the holidays. Check out the entire list of these events.
We're going to make a point of coming down to Sanibel...the luminaria thing sounds great...thanks for the trolley tip!
ReplyDeletewe'll be visiting Sanibel after Christmas--mid-January....the 20th or so...looking forward to it!
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