Itinerary of the Month: A 3-Day April Weekend in Punta Gorda April is an active month in Punta Gorda/Englewood Beach, with a steady rotation of outdoor activities, weekly markets, and several larger events. If you’re visiting over Easter, brunch is a popular option, and you can find current…
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Southwest Florida’s warm, sunny days are a gift to people and plants alike — and nowhere is that more evident than at the farmers’ and artisan markets in Punta Gorda/Englewood Beach. From Gulf-fresh seafood and sun-ripened produce to handcrafted goods and live music, these markets are a celebration…
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Easter weekend in Punta Gorda/Englewood Beach was everything we love about this stretch of Florida's Gulf Coast: good food, family fun, and a little bit of the unexpected. Whether you spent it here this year or are already thinking ahead to next, here's a taste of what made it so special. Easter…
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Family-Friendly Florida Spring Break Ideas: Sunshine, Culture, Beaches, and Local Flavor Ranked #6 on Google's Trending Spring Break Destinations list for 2026, Punta Gorda/Englewood Beach delivers a laid-back, family-friendly getaway along Florida’s Southwest Gulf Coast. With sprawling beaches…
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Spring arrives early in Punta Gorda/Englewood Beach, when St. Patrick’s Day celebrations, food festivals, and art events fill the calendar before most places even thaw. From downtown street parties to craft festivals and culinary showcases, late winter here already feels like spring. A bold…
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When winter starts dragging on and baseball season feels far away, Punta Gorda/Englewood Beach offers a smarter way to do Spring Training in a warm winter destination. Charlotte Sports Park in Port Charlotte—home of Tampa Bay Rays Spring Training—sits in the center of Florida’s Grapefruit League…
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What Date is Christmas in 2025? 'Tis the season for celebrating, and for many, that means eating out with family and friends. Whether you're looking to continue cherished traditions around the holidays or create new ones, you'll find amazing dining experiences with our many independently-owned local restaurants open over Christmas! Celebrate with everything from comfort food and pub bites to seafood and sushi, to gourmet dining options, Italian, Mexican, Mediterranean, and more. To help you choose your holiday meal/s, here's our list of restaurants open either Christmas Eve, Christmas Day, or both. Note: please contact the individual businesses to verify their hours before heading over.…
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New Year's Eve in Punta Gorda/Englewood Beach features a full spectrum of unique activities and happenings. There's a vibe for everyone, whether you're looking for laid-back, exciting, fun and frivolous, or elegant and upscale. We'll add events as they're scheduled but in the meantime, read on to…
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It's never too early to start planning your perfect Punta Gorda/Englewood Beach fall trip. From exciting activities like the Florida International Airshow and the Eaglewood Beach Waterfest to pumpkin patches that families crave and live performances, here's an overview of the fun to be had in the…
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Share a special meal with family and friends without the stress of cooking in Punta Gorda/Englewood Beach! Explore below to find independently-owned local restaurants offering amazing Thankgsiving Day buffets and/or curated menus, perfect for relaxing and connecting with each other. Reservations are…
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