Events on Third
For up to the minute additional happenings, please click on HEARD ON THIRD, our modern web-delivered shiny sheet and look for the “Next Up” column. Gallery Openings, Fashion Shows, Jewelry Exhibitions, Wine Tastings, Cooking Classes, Antiques Lectures, Garden Tours and special exhibitions like the charming and inviting John Lennon Art Exhibit are always of interest. Third Street South is fun. HEARD ON THIRD has all the news.
Please see the listings below or consult The Third Street Concierge. Find Whatever Is On Your Mind.
THE THIRD STREET FARMER’S MARKET
Every Saturday morning from 7:30 until 11:30 a.m., The Third Street Farmers Market, located behind Tommy Bahamas in the Neapolitan parking between Third and Gordon Drive, overflows with fresh produce, flowers, pastas, cheeses, seafood, baked goods, prepared foods, jams, relishes as well as superb glycerin soaps, shell mirrors and much more . Music, coffee, dog treats, and many other delights make The Third Street Farmers Market perfect for grown-ups, children, dogs, and every other member of the family.
Click here for more information on the Market Vendors.
THURSDAYS ON THIRD
Every Thursday from November until the end of May, and every Third Thursday from June through October, the courtyards and plazas of Third Street South resound with music. From 6:00 until 9:00 pm, listen to jazz, rock, folk, steel band or some other group, and if the spirit moves - as it always does - dance until you can dance no more. The shops are open, the restaurants welcome you, and the music beckons. Come. Thursdays on Third is all about fun.
THIRD ON CANVAS - MARCH 12 & 13 PAINTING DAYS - MARCH 18 AUCTION
Artists, chosen and sponsored by Third Street South Merchants Association, paint the wonderful buildings, fountains, plazas, and courtyards of the Third Street South historic district. The Birthplace of Naples with its original cottages, The Pier, Crayton Cove, The City Docks, and at its center, Third Street with its shops and restaurants is a perfect model. Watch the artists create their masterpieces and if you love one, bid on it at the live auction held at the end of week. All of the art created on the street will be sold at the auction with the proceeds benefiting the The Children's Hospital of Southwest Florida.
For more information on this year's event click here
NAPLES MUSIC FESTIVAL - APRIL 1, 2012
The Naples Music Festival is a well respected outdoor music festival directly benefitting the Garden of Hope and Courage maintenance endowment. The event taking place every other year on Third Street South received overwhelming support in 2004 and 2006 and has drawn great musical entertainment including the Pointer Sisters, Chuck Mangione, Arturo Sandoval, the Commodores, the Funk Brothers and Cheap Trick.
CHRISTMAS ON THIRD - NOVEMBER 19, 2012
Third Street South, full of twinkly lights and wonderful red and silver decorations, launches the Holiday Season as the Mayor lights the official Christmas tree. Music and bells resound from every courtyard and plaza, Santa arrives, the crèche is alive at Third and Broad, and…the snow falls – which it continues to do every evening. Christmas on Third Street South is full of joy and spirit.
For more information on this year's event click here
NEW YEAR'S EVE AND THE FOURTH OF JULY
Bring in the New Year on Third Street South with hats, favors and fun, and bring everyone to celebrate The Fourth of July when the spectacular fireworks display goes off only two blocks away by The Naples Pier.
PETS ON THIRD - JANUARY, 2013
Pets on Third fills the area with pets of many sorts as well as boutiques and services that relate to their health and well-being. Parades, special events in the stores and restaurants and other activities make for a joyous time.
For more information and parade registration form click here.