Special Events
SBDAC is proud to host an array of special and partner events throughout the season! Experience indie films, high fashion, best selling authors, and more.
Wicked Walk
Oct. 26, 2019
Wicked Walk celebrates the arts in Lee County, the achievements of student artists, and the unique heritage belonging to Southwest Florida – with a spooky twist.
Art Walks the Runway
May 17 – 18, 2019
Art Walks the Runway fashion show is Southwest Florida’s premiere runway showcase. This star-studded event features local, national, and international designers for a two-night fashion extravaganza. More information & tickets coming later this year!
Thank God For Indie Mondays!
See how the Fort Myers Film Festival views submissions for independent films and participate in the selection process.
Famous Author Lecture & Lunch Series
Enjoy a delicious lunch and a lecture from national best-selling author
January 14, 2019
Neely Tucker
February 11, 2019
Margaret Bradham Thorton
March 11, 2019
Tim Dorsey
April 8, 2019
Susanna Daniel
Art & Poetry Networking Events
Attendees can network with other like-minded people in the arts community. Sign up early to perform, or be a part of the audience and enjoy this interactive showcase!
Wicked Walk
Oct. 26, 2019
Wicked Walk celebrates the arts in Lee County, the achievements of student artists, and the unique heritage belonging to Southwest Florida – with a spooky twist.
Thank God For Indie Mondays!
See how the Fort Myers Film Festival views submissions for independent films and participate in the selection process.
Art Walks the Runway
May 17 – 18, 2019
Art Walks the Runway fashion show is Southwest Florida’s premiere runway showcase. This star-studded event features local, national, and international designers for a two-night fashion extravaganza. More information & tickets coming later this year!
Art & Poetry Networking Events
Attendees can network with other like-minded people in the arts community. Sign up early to perform, or be a part of the audience and enjoy this interactive showcase!
Famous Author Lecture & Lunch Series
Enjoy a delicious lunch and a lecture from national best-selling author
January 14, 2019
Neely Tucker
February 11, 2019
Margaret Bradham Thorton
March 11, 2019
Tim Dorsey
April 8, 2019
Susanna Daniel
Don’t miss out on our Writing Workshops with Neely Tucker & Susanna Daniel
Partner Events
Sept. 27, 2018
Island Hopper Songwriter Fest
Oct. 13, 2018
Teen Rock the River
Nov. 28 – Dec. 2, 2018
Festival of Trees
Dec. 29, 2018
SWFL Teen Expo
Nov. 30, 2018
Nowhere Band Concert
Dec. 1, 2018
Family Fun Day
Mar. 3, 2019
24 Hour Festival
Mar. 20, 2019
Southwest Florida Symphony
Thank you to our 2018 - 2019 Sponsors!
