
Check out what is happening this coming month in Burnt Store Lakes!
LONG LUNCH SIGHTSEEING AND
CULINARY TOUR
Date and Time:
Wednesday, Apr 2-9-16-23-30, 2025
11:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m.
Event Description:
Join us on a memorable experience as we enjoy some of the culinary treasures Punta Gorda has to offer, as well as exploring the history of this Victorian-era resort village. Over the course of three hours, you’ll taste local specialties and experience our renowned Punta Gorda hospitality while exploring the charming historic downtown from one end to another. Meet friendly restaurateurs
and their staff, as well as other Punta Gorda denizens. Sightseeing stops can include the historic
County Courthouse, Chamber of Commerce, Artisan’s Atelier and Vietnam Veteran’s Memorial.
Location:
Historic downtown Punta Gorda
Contact Information:
https://swfloridawalkingtours.com/tours-2/long-lunch-tour // [email protected]
Fees/Admission:
$49 per guest / Minimum of four / Maximum of 10


LEONID & FRIENDS
Date and Time:
Thursday Apr 3, 2025
8:00 p.m. – 9:30 p.m. / Doors open at 7:00 p.m.
Event Description:
Seminole Casino Hotel Immokalee welcomes astounding Chicago tribute band Leonid & Friends performing live. Attendees must be 21 years old. Parking is free.
Location:
506 South 1st Street, Immokalee
Contact Information:
[email protected]
Fees/Admission:
Advance tickets will be available on Friday, Oct. 11, starting at $60, from Ticketmaster or at http://www.moreinparadise.com. A limited number of VIP tickets will be available for $135 and will include a premium ticket and a meet and greet opportunity with the band.

FLIP FLOP BALL
Date and Time:
Saturday Apr 5, 2025
6:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m.
Event Description:
Join us for a spectacular evening of summer vibes with a relaxed beach themed night of laid-back conversation and fun! There will be flame throwers, Hawaiian music, drinks, food, DJ, silent auction, and so much more!
Location:
The Tiki at Four Points Sheraton, 33 Tamiami Trail, Punta Gorda
Contact Information:
http://www.puntagordachamber.com
Fees/Admission
$100 per person

SOUTHLAND BLUEGRASS FESTIVAL
Date and Time:
Sunday Apr 6, 2025
12:00 p.m. – 7:30 p.m.
Event Description:
Seminole Casino Hotel Immokalee welcomes the fourth annual Southland Bluegrass Music Festival. The festival will feature outdoor concerts, with concerts in the Zig Zag Lounge both before and after the festival, as well as a variety of food trucks.
Location:
506 South 1st Street, Immokalee
Contact Information:
[email protected]
Fees/Admission:
FREE

COUNTRY FOR A CAUSE
Date and Time:
Saturday Apr 12, 2025
6:00 p.m. – 10:00 p.m.
Event Description:
Once again, Virginia B. Andes Volunteer Community Clinic is hosting Country for a Cause. This is a party and a charitable donation all rolled into one. Not only do you get a night of toe-tapping music, libations, and a delectable spread of food, but you will be supporting a great cause. The Eric Barton Band will be our entertainment for the evening. So, what are you waiting for? Grab those cowboy boots, practice your best “yeehaw”, and get ready to make a difference in the most fun way possible.
Location:
Sunseeker Resort, 5500 Sunseeker Way, Charlotte Harbor
Contact Information:
Barbara Wastart at [email protected] or call (941) 368-8863
Fees/Admission:
$150.00 per person / Sponsorships are available. Visit http://www.onecau.se/countryforacause2025 for more information and to purchase your tickets today.
Recurring Activities
Trivia Night At Coastal Expressions & Wine Every Thursday, 6 to 8 p.m. 1133 Bal Harbor, Suite 1135, Punta Gorda Contact information: Lori Sandage at (941) 214-8599 or at loriscoastal-expressions.com
Dance Fusion Class Every Tuesday and Friday 8:30 to 9:30 a.m. Punta Gorda Isles Civic Association, 2001 Shreve St., Punta Gorda or by Zoom Contact information: Carla Peralta, (941) 276-1887 or at [email protected].
Wine-O Bingo At Coastal Expressions & Wine Every Friday, 6 to 8 p.m. 1133 Bal Harbor, Suite 1135, Punta Gorda Contact information: Lori Sandage at (941) 214-8599 or at loriscoastal-expressions.com
Live Music At Fishermen’s Village Every Friday and Saturday, 5 to 9 p.m. 1200 W. Retta Esplanade, Punta Gorda Contact information at [email protected]
Punta Gorda Farmers’ Market Every Saturday, 8 a.m. to 12 p.m. Downtown corner of Taylor and Olympia
History Park Sunday Market Every Sunday 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. History Park, 501 Shreve St., Punta Gorda Email: [email protected]