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Events in Fort Myers Beach

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Oct 30Fort Myers Beach
Fort Myers Beach Illuminations lantern parade set for Nov. 7
Saturday, November 7
Fort Myers Beach holds its Illuminations walking parade on Saturday, Nov. 7, with participants carrying lanterns and lights. The parade is free to join or watch, and registration is open through the Fort Myers Beach Chamber.
Source: Fort Myers Beach Chamber and 2 more