Beat the Heat at the Mango Themed Night Market

Beat the Heat at the Mango Themed Night Market
The Monthly Night Market moved indoors Wednesday, June 12 from 5-8 pm

FORT MYERS, FL (May 17, 2024) – As temperatures soar this summer, the Alliance for the Arts (AFTA) presents a summer themed solution to beat the heat. On June 12 from 5 p.m. – 8 p.m., AFTA will host an indoor mango-themed Night Market in place of the June monthly Wednesday market. 

This market will focus on the summer fruit and feature mango drinks and treats including mango margaritas, Mango Cart beer and will offer a unique blend of tropical delights as well as local vendors, all indoors in our main gallery. The Greater Pine Island Chamber of Commerce will be on hand to share information on Pine Island’s upcoming Mango Mania fruit fair as well as displaying the t-shirt and fan contest designs. 

Local author, Annabelle Tometich, will be present for a signing of her book The Mango Tree: A Memoir of Fruit, Florida, and Felony. FruitScapes Fruit Tree Nursery & Tropical Fruit Market, based in Bokeelia, will have mango and other fruit trees for sale and a display of information about the diverse varieties of mangoes they grow. 

Mango Night Market will showcase a diverse selection of local artisans, crafters and small businesses. From handmade jewelry to unique artwork, attendees will be able to shop one-of-a-kind, handmade finds as they explore the marketplace. Jorge Corral will be in the Bloom & Wallace Digital Arts Lab giving demonstrations and a free all-ages art project will be taking place in our classroom. 

“We’re thrilled to bring a mango theme to our first indoor monthly night market this summer,” says Jordan Jameson, Director of Operations at the Alliance. “It’s a fantastic opportunity for the community to come together, celebrate the season, and support local businesses.”

Admission to Mango Night Market is free, making it the perfect destination for families, and friends. Whether you’re a foodie, have a love for mangos, want to do an art project or simply looking for a fun-filled evening, there’s something for everyone to enjoy. So mark your calendars, gather your loved ones, and join us for an unforgettable summer celebration!

For more information about Mango Night Market, including vendor inquiries and sponsorship opportunities, please contact [email protected] or visit Artinlee.org.

Event link – https://www.artinlee.org/event/night-market-2023-11-08-2024-06-12/

About Alliance for the Arts

The Alliance for the Arts is a nonprofit community visual and performing arts center located in the heart of Fort Myers, Florida. Since 1975, the Alliance has been committed to transforming lives and improving community through the arts. The Alliance campus and galleries are open to the public from 9:00 am- 7:00 p.m. Tuesday through Friday, and from 9:00 am-1:00 p.m. on Saturdays. Located at 10091 McGregor Boulevard just south of Colonial Boulevard in Fort Myers. For more information, please call 239-939-2787, visit us at www.ArtInLee.org, or find us on Facebook, Meetup  and  Instagram.