Arts & Culture
Punta Gorda/Englewood Beach is a very artful area, and offers galleries, several museums, and festivals, exhibits, and cultural experiences year-round. You'll enjoy performances of all kinds from a variety of cultural institutions in the area, including our own world-class symphony orchestra, a well-respected community theater company, a professional opera company, and venues for nationally- and internationally-known stand up comedians and national musical tribute shows.
We are also a military-friendly community, from the veteran discounts offered at local businesses to our memorial parks, representation in one of Punta Gorda's historical murals, and our designation as a Florida Purple Heart entity. In fact, in 2016 Punta Gorda became home to the Vietnam Memorial Wall of Southwest Florida, a half-scale replica of the memorial in Washington, D.C. The memorial and accompanying Veteran's Park with gazebo and fountain are located within Laishley Park in Punta Gorda.
Learn more about our proud military history, the Military Heritage Museum. and more memorials here.
Featured Events
Annual Charlotte County Fair
- Recurring daily
The Charlotte County Fair starts a 10-day run every January, and usually runs into February. Don't…
Punta Gorda Culinary Lunch Tour
- Recurring weekly on Wednesday
Presented by Southwest Florida Walking Tours, join in for a memorable experience as we enjoy some of…
Olde Englewood Village Farmer's Market
- Recurring weekly on Thursday
Every Thursday (except Thanksgiving Day) from October through May, from 9 am to 1 pm, the best local…
Bert's SWFL Music & Motorcycle Festival!
Join us on Bert's Back Porch for this incredible event celebrating great music, food, and…
Haunted Mystery Tour of Punta Gorda
- Recurring weekly on Saturday
Join experienced ghost hunters for a memorable tour of ghosts, mysteries and mayhem. Hear true…