Naples' arts community is active all year-round and offers a cultural calendar that artists active in all media – and art lovers -- just can't resist.

Philharmonic Center for the Arts
Located in prestigious Pelican Bay, the Philharmonic Center for the Arts is Southwest Florida's home for cultural events on a grand scale. Immediately upon entering the marbled lobby, the visitor is ensured a first class production. It has been the home to the Naples Philharmonic since 1989. Touring theatre, opera, and dance companies grace its stage from all over the world. With its fabulous shows and elegant atmosphere, you will experience a night to remember.

Other Theaters
Enjoy a perfect dinner at any one of over twenty fine restaurants on 5th Avenue, then stroll over to the Sugden. The downtown Sugden Theatre is home to the Naples Players, who have been entertaining Neapolitans for years.

Opera Naples was founded in March 2005 by renowned soprano, Stephanie Pearce. Their schedule of performances will include "LaBoheme" and "Rigoletto".

Art Centers and Galleries
With warm sunlight, bright Naples skies and the pristine Gulf beaches it seems that artists cannot resist making Naples their home.

In addition to the Naples Museum of Art located in the Philharmonic complex, the Von Liebig Center, home of the Naples Art Association just off 5th Avenue, offers shows and local exhibits. If you have always wanted to sculpt or paint in any medium, internationally known art instructors will help you to begin your new career. Just moments from Naples, the Art League of Bonita Springs offers similar arts shows and education at their new Center for the Arts.

Galleries dot the Naples landscape featuring art by local artisans or more widely known International artists. With over one hundred galleries located on Gallery Row along Third Street and Broad Avenue, Naples has become a paradise for art collectors and aficionados. If you want to purchase fine paintings or just enjoy browsing, put on your most comfortable shoes and head for Naples by the Gulf!