Naples Players, “The Dining Room”

2023-24 theater season with "The Dining Room," a comedy of manners by American playwright A. R. Gurnsey. While Naples Players' downtown theater undergoes renovations, "The Dining Room" will be performed at Naples United Church of Christ in McSpadden Hall, 5200 Crayton Road, from Oct. 4-22. Performances are 7:30 p.m. Wednesdays and Thursdays, 8 p.m. Fridays and Saturdays…

Martina Long – Women of the 60’s at The Norris Center

"Welcome to the 60's! Join vocalist Martina Long as she takes you back through one of the greatest eras of all time. In this interactive show, she pays homage to the incredible vocalists that shaped this era. From Janis Joplin, to Carole King, to Tina Turner she'll lead you through the decade to share their legacy…

Jon Pardi

The Northern California native brings his country sound to Southwest Florida at 7 p.m. Friday, Oct. 6. From $39.75, parking $30 plus fees. Hertz Arena, 11000 Everblades Parkway, Estero. 239-948-7825 or hertzarena.com

Daniel Lewis Dance Sampler

The 13th annual event features some of Florida’s most dynamic and diverse companies and choreographers on one stage. The program will include a special performance of Robert Battle’s Rush Hour from the New World Dance Ensemble. Other companies on stage will include the Arts Ballet Theatre of Florida Ballet, Dance NOW! Miami, Zest Collective and more. 8…

The Seldom Scene: Progressive Bluegrass:

Two-time Grammy Award winner is known for his high-energy salsa shows. The composer and multi-instrumentalist performs with a 12-piece orchestra. 7:30 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 7. $42 or $49. Arts Bonita Center for Performing Arts, Hinman Auditorium, 10150 Bonita Beach Road, Bonita Springs. 495-8989 or artsbonita.org

Ben Allen Band

Popular Southwest Florida-based country band performs 8-10 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 7, at South Street City Oven and Grill at Founders Square, 8845 Founders Square Drive, Naples. Tickets $20 ($24.80 after fees). More at 239-331-4149 or southstreetnaples.com

Comida y Cultura in the Bayshore Arts District

In celebration of National Hispanic Month, please join us for a night of food, drinks and music featuring vocal artist, Elvia Padron. This event supports local creatives working, living, and playing in the Bayshore Arts District. Walk-ins welcome; seating is limited.

All That Jazz

Concerts featuring saxophonist Grant Stewart at 6 and 8:30 p.m. Wednesday, Oct. 11, at Artis―Naples, 5833 Pelican Bay Blvd. Stewart performs with Naples Philharmonic Jazz Orchestra. Tickets $55. artisnaples.org or (239) 597-1900

Gulfshore Playhouse: The play “26 Miles”

The play "26 Miles" by Quiara Alegria Hudes, directed by Laura Moreno, "is the story of a broken family rediscovering understanding, redemption, and love," said the venue's website. Performances at various times from Oct. 12-Nov. 5 at the Norris Center, 755 Eighth Ave. S. Tickets from $40. gulfshoreplayhouse.org or (239) 261-7529

Boo at the Zoo:

9 a.m.-1 p.m. Oct. 13-16 at Naples Zoo, 1590 Goodlette-Frank Road. Free admission for children in costume. Trick-or-treat trail, education station, games, costume contest, and prizes each day. 239-262-5409 or napleszoo.org/boo

Standup comedy at Arts Center Theatre on Marco Island

Comedian SLOAN performs standup at 7:30 p.m. Friday, Oct. 13, at Arts Center Theatre, 1089 N. Collier Blvd., Suite 432, Marco Island. Tickets $20 members, $25 non-members. More at (239) 394-4221 or marcoislandart.org.

Cars and Coffee 239

Join us for Cars & Coffee 239 on the third Sunday of every month where you can see hundreds of cool cars, enjoy live music & sip on amazing coffee from Narrative Coffee Roasters.