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Cirque De Soleil Headlines Southwest Florida Weekend Events

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It's time to bid farewell to July. But not without some local fanfare. Cirque de Soleil headlines Southwest Florida weekend events. Here are your Weekend Vibes for July 26th through 28 so you wont have FOMO on Monday.

It's a big weekend for sports enthusiasts with the opening of the Olympics in Paris. Click here for an inside look from a local. When you need a break from the television there are lots of events to keep you entertained and cool.

Cirque De Soleil Headlines Southwest Florida Weekend Events

The avant-garde circus brings their show "Corteo" to Hertz Arena in Estero for a four day run. It combines stunning acrobatics and visuals with moving music and artistry. If you have not seen a cirque show, it is quite a production. More information is below.

If the circus is not on your radar, there are other things to entertain you and the family. The Pineapple Fest is taking place in Punta Gorda at the Peace River Botanical & Sculpture Gardens. There are baking contests, food, pineapple experts and more.

The sculpture gardens are one of those hidden treasures of Southwest Florida. This is a great way to explore them and have some family fun at the same time.

One of the best weekend activities I can think of is dining out. Restaurants are typically dreadfully slow this time of year. In addition, many have great incentives to get you through the door. Especially if you like early dining.

Finally, if you have any upcoming events that you would like to share, please send them here. Here are your Weekend Vibes for July 26th through 28. Enjoy these 5 summer weekend events in Southwest Florida.

*Please note, events are subject to change. Especially considering the weather. It never hurts to confirm with a phone call or a quick check of social media and event websites.

Cirque de Soleil "Corteo"

Cirque de Soleil "Corteo" is on tour and will be in Estero at Hertz Arena, Thursday through Sunday. It's a magical show for all ages. Tickets start at $45. More info here.

Pineapple Fest

This annual event takes place at the Peace River Botanical & Sculpture Gardens. The kick-off is Friday night with live music and food trucks from 6-9. The main event is Saturday with vendors, games, music, food and more. 9am to 2pm, $20. More info here

Women Of Rock

It's an evening of great music of women in rock from Bonnie Tyler to Taylor Swift and everything in between. Songs are performed by Lakisha Jones from American Idol and Chloe Lowery from Transiberian Orchestra. Saturday, 7:30 at Barbara B Mann Performing Arts Hall in Fort Myers. Tickets start at $39. More info here.

Family Carnival

It's happening Friday morning at the YMCA in Naples. Enjoy food, bounce houses, giveaways and more. The fun goes from 9:30 to 11:00. $10. More info here.

Gina Birch brings the sunshine to Sunny 106.3 every weekday morning from 6-10. She has worked in radio, television and print in Southwest Florida for nearly 30 years. During that time, she has become an advocate for numerous charities including those that support animals, children, women and wellness. In addition, she has written for numerous local, regional and national publications about food, wine and travel. Those are her longtime passions...along with shoes.