Dec 11, 20242 min read

Happy Holidays from Calusa Nature Center! 🎁 Don’t Miss Our Stunning Holiday Lights 🎄

FORT MYERS, FL – The VIP Opening Night Gala for the 2024 Holiday Lights Event at the Calusa Nature Center & Planetarium was a huge success! On Dec. 5, guests enjoyed early access to the stunning ⅓ mile illuminated trail, met Santa, watched a dazzling laser show, and grooved to festive music. The red carpet was rolled out, and attendees indulged in delicious food from Outback Steakhouse and Bellacino's Pizza, plus exclusive hors d'oeuvres and wine from our members' special collections. It was the perfect sneak peek before the official opening!

The Holiday Lights event is now open to the public every Friday, Saturday, and Sunday in December, from 6 to 9 PM. Don’t miss the chance to experience over a million twinkling lights, a winter wonderland on the Pine Loop Trail, festive music, seasonal treats, and more! This event is a wonderful way to celebrate the season while supporting the important work of the Calusa Nature Center & Planetarium.

Ticket prices:

Adults (12 & up): $10
Children (3-11): $5
Members: Free (Membership ID required)

Proceeds from ticket sales benefit wildlife conservation efforts, educational programs, and environmental preservation. By attending, you’re helping to support the vital work of the Calusa Nature Center, from rehabilitating injured wildlife to fostering environmental education.

Holiday Lights will run every Friday, Saturday, and Sunday in December from 6 to 9 PM. Get your tickets today and be part of this magical holiday experience! From our staff to you and your families — Happy Holidays!

For more information or to buy tickets, visit calusanature.org.

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• A Special Thank You: We extend our heartfelt thanks to our new sponsor Ace Hardware, the place with the helpful hardware folks, as well as continuing supporters, including Vulcan Materials, R4 Roofing, Aux Delicies, Famous Dave’s, The City of Fort Myers, Sanibel Captiva Community Bank, The Fred and Jean Allegretti Foundation, Heitman House, and the Fort Myers Film Festival.

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