Start the summer off right by spending your three-day Memorial Day Weekend in Punta Gorda/Englewood Beach, a military-friendly community with plenty of places to commemorate the day.
This is also a great place for family and friends to soak up the sun, relax, and enjoy great dining and an abundance of activities. In addition to the fun stuff outlined below, there's much more to do, so check out our Events Calendar to find out what’s happening in Punta Gorda/Englewood Beach during your visit.
Out and About
Whether you’re looking to drop a line, take a dip, or hunt up shells and fossilized shark teeth at the beach, or enjoy a paddle, jet ski, or other boating adventure, you’ll find the perfect water activity in the area.
If you prefer your leisure on land, make some time to take your time playing a relaxed round of golf or two at one of our 15+ gorgeous courses, then enjoy other outdoor activities like a wildlife-filled eco-tour, a bike ride, a picnic in a park, or a nature-filled hike.
Most importantly: be sure you’re positioned to watch the sunset each evening.
Delicious Dining
No matter how you spend your days, you’ll find plenty of excellent eateries to replenish, from sunset-facing waterfront spots to gourmet eateries to easy-going outdoor restaurants, and everything in between!
Whether you're looking to wind down and reflect after a busy day or you want to tap a toe or dance your heart out to some stellar live music, you'll find your perfect place in Punta Gorda/Englewood Beach.
We've also got a nice array of different cuisine types, as well as fun food trucks. Explore to your stomach's content!
Memorial Day Happenings
We will post details of any Memorial Day events we find in this space, so stay tuned.
The Military Heritage Museum is proud to present a Memorial Day Commemoration. This event features free admission for Veterans, color guard, vintage car show, and more.
An annual Memorial Day ceremony usually takes place at Veteran’s Park next to the Vietnam Memorial Wall of Southwest Florida.
The Boca Grande H20 Sandbar Music Fest takes place each year over Memorial Day weekend and features live music, food boats, a barge showing live footage throughout the day, a 50/50 raffle, and tons of fun on and in the beautiful water.
No matter how you choose to spend Memorial Day, we hope to see you around, in Punta Gorda/Englewood Beach.
