Margaritaville Beach Resort Fort Myers Beach is bringing tropical cheer to the holiday season with a lineup of festive events designed to make holiday celebrations unforgettable.

Kick off the season with a Tree Lighting Ceremony and a seaside Holiday Market from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. on Saturday, Nov. 29, on the Sunset Terrace, featuring local vendors and unique gifts. Enjoy live music, photos with Santa and a tree lighting ceremony at sunset, followed by classic Christmas movies under the stars. Guests are encouraged to bring an unwrapped toy to support local foster children. The Holiday Market continues throughout the season:

• Saturday, Dec. 6: 11 a.m. to 5 p.m., plus photos with Santa
• Saturday, Dec. 13: 1 p.m. to 8 p.m., plus photos with Santa
• Saturday, Dec. 20: 11 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Then, on Saturday, Dec. 6, after watching the 2025 Fort Myers Beach Boat Parade, join the Boat Parade After Party at Lah De Dah Beach Bar with live DJ entertainment, festive drinks, and an Ugly Sweater Contest at 10 p.m. for a chance to win Margaritaville prizes.

Continue the holiday spirit on Friday, Dec. 12, and Saturday, Dec. 13, with the 8th Annual Christmas Tree Festival hosted by the Fort Myers Beach Women’s Club. The festival will also feature an auction where attendees can bid on beautifully decorated trees and wreaths created by local nonprofits, with proceeds benefiting community causes.

Don’t feel like cooking Christmas dinner? Margaritaville has you covered. Savor the season with a festive buffet at the resort or an elegant holiday dinner at JWB Grill, featuring chef-curated menus and coastal flavors. Reservations are required for both.

December will also feature two live music events:

• First dress in your holiday best for a festive bike ride down Estero Blvd., as part of the Pedals and Presents Bike Parade from 4-6 p.m. on Saturday, Dec. 20, then return to Margaritaville for a free concert by the Ben Allen Band on the Sunset Terrace from 7:30–10 p.m.
• On Saturday, Dec. 27, experience an electrifying night of live music as Phenomenal Animal takes the stage at the License to Chill Theater. Known for their dynamic sound and infectious energy, this talented band delivers a mix of rock, soul, and groove that keeps the crowd moving all night long.

Wrap up the holiday festivities by ringing in the new year with Margaritaville, which will feature three events:

• Noon Year’s Eve at Fins Up! Beach Club: A family-friendly countdown to noon with music and poolside fun.
• New Year’s Eve Party at License to Chill Theater: Starting at 9 p.m., enjoy live music by The Smokin’ Aces and a spectacular fireworks display over the Gulf at midnight. VIP fire pit seating available.
• New Year’s Day “Hair of the Dog” Breakfast: Start the new year right at License to Chill with our “Hair of the Dog” Breakfast featuring bottomless mimosas and Bloody Marys.

No matter your party style, Margaritaville Beach Resort Fort Myers Beach will be offering plenty of options this holiday season. For more information about Margaritaville’s holiday happenings and to make reservations for either of the Christmas dinner events, please visit: margaritavilleresorts.com/margaritaville-beach-resort-fort-myers-beach/things-to-do/holiday-happenings.

About Margaritaville Beach Resort Fort Myers Beach

Margaritaville Beach Resort Fort Myers Beach features 254 guest rooms, a beachside Fins Up! Beach Club, and six food and beverage outlets, including signature concepts such as JWB Grill, License to Chill Bar & Grill, and 5 o’Clock Somewhere Bar & Grill. With a retail shop and St. Somewhere Spa, the destination boasts over 5,000 square feet of indoor space and up to 15,000 square feet of outdoor space – perfect for events, meetings, weddings, and more. Margaritaville Beach Resort Fort Myers Beach is owned and operated by TPI Hospitality.

Margaritaville features over 40 hotels and resorts, gaming properties, RV destinations, a cruise line, and over 150 food and beverage venues – as well as real estate communities, a satellite radio station on SiriusXM, consumer lifestyle products, and more. Margaritaville Hotels & Resorts was ranked #1 in Guest Satisfaction among Upper Upscale Hotel Brands in the 2023 and 2024 J.D. Power North America Hotel Guest Satisfaction Study. For more information, please visit margaritavilleresorts.com/margaritaville-beach-resort-fort-myers-beach/things-to-do/holiday-happenings.