Everglades Region of The Year 2024

Summer Soiree - Part 2 - Tigress Restaurant & Rooftop Bar
2025-07-19 18:00 - 20:00 (America/New_York)
Join in the Everglades Summer Fun. Our Summer Soiree Series started off as a hit and this promises to only add to the enjoyment.
Tigress Restaurant & Rooftop Bar

12155 Tamiami Trail N, Naples, 34110
July 19, 2025
Seating at 6:00 pm

Order off the menu. Limited to 25 people.
RSVP Amy at amypcaevents@gmail.com.

Drive & Lunch - Key Lime Bistro - Boca Grande
2025-07-20 10:00 - 12:00
Drive to historic Boca Grande for lunch at the Key Lime Bistro, which has been restored after Hurricane Helene.

Arrive at a designated location, TBD, at 10:00am. Sign waivers and driver’s meeting. Directions will be provided there. Lunch approximately noon.

RSVP – Robert Vigorito – vigorman@comcast.net

Wheels & Espresso - July 2025 - Powered by Porsche Naples
2025-07-27 09:00 - 11:00
Wheels & Espresso powered by Porsche Naples!

Summer is here! Join us from 9:00 to 11:00 AM in Naples at Angelic Desserts in The Shoppes at Vanderbilt for Wheels & Espresso! All makes and models are welcome, including exotics! That makes it particularly exciting for our concours! Please join in the fun!

The judging is Street Concours level. Only the exterior of the car will be judged, and all attendees will vote in three categories, 4 door Porsches, and 2 door Porsches and non-Porsches. Special gifts will be provided to the winners.

Remember Porsche Naples offers 10% discount for service, parts and merchandise in their boutique.

Summer Dinner Series - UnWINEd - Punta Gorda
2025-07-30 17:30 - 19:30
Everglades Region “Summer Dinner Series” makes a return to Punta Gorda on Wednesday July 30, 2025.
The featured venue will again be unWINEd Wine & Beer Bar.

Chef and Owner Luis Contreras began his culinary career in Miami at Le Cordon Bleau. Since opening in 2021, unWINEd has won Best of Charlotte and 1st place at The 16th Annual Taste of Punta Gorda. Spanish and Mediterranean tapas are a house specialty.

Unwined Punta Gorda
Date – Wednesday July 30, 2025
Time – 5:30pm to 7:30pm
Location – 320 Sullivan Street, Punta Gorda
Porsche parking on the street or top floor of the public parking garage located at 117 Herald Court
RSVP to Amy at amypcaevents@gmail.com

Cars & Coffee With Porsche Car Play - August 2025
2025-08-02 09:00 - 11:00
Get ready for Cars & Coffee, and more at Porsche Fort Myers August!
Summer is here; it’s hot and so are the cars! Come out and enjoy a fun Saturday morning with your Everglades Region members at Porsche Fort Myers! Enjoy complimentary coffee and donuts.

Cars & Coffee
Date – Saturday, August 2, 2025
Time – 9:00 am – 11:00 am
Location – 10040 Daniels Interstate Court, Fort Myers

The August 2nd Cars & Coffee will feature a special “Porsche Car Play” tech session focused on the Porsche infotainment system and your smart phone.
Porsche models since 2017 are equipped with Apple Car Play.
“Porsche Car Play” will consist of classroom time followed by a hands-on breakout with tech pro’s.
* have iPhone show you the way
* stay connected enroute
* make an exhilarating drive entertaining
“Porsche Car Play” participation will be limited and you must RSVP to enter.
Maximum two people per registration.
You will be assigned to a one hour session between 9am -11am.
To reserve your spot, email Michelle McCartney at mmccartney@porschefortmyers.com .
Provide full names, model / year of your Porsche and the make / model of your smart phone.
See you there!

Sunrise with Aloha - Bad Ass Coffee - Naples
2025-08-10 08:30 - 10:30
Aloha! Join us for great coffee, great cars and great people. Bad Ass Coffee is an iconic place to spend the morning.
August 10, 2025
Time: 8:30 – 10:30 am

Come dressed in your finest Hawaiian outfit.
Where:
Bad Ass Coffee
1307 3rd St S, Naples 3410
First drink is complimentary.

Pizza Night - Low Brow Pizza - Naples
2025-08-12 18:00 - 20:00
Pizza Night!

Low Brow Pizza

Great pizza!

3148 Tamiami Trail East, Naples 34112

Tuesday August 12, 2025

6:00 pm – 8:00 pm

RSVP required to Amy at amypcaevents@gmail.com.

Limited to 20 people.

Evenings on 5th - Powered by Porsche Naples - August 2025
2025-08-14 17:00 - 21:00
Summer is here and the living is fantastic! It’s going to be a hot time on 5th Avenue! Come be a VIP! This event, powered by Porsche Naples is at the top of the list for excitement. Dan Kao, Porsche Naples Managing Partner and his team once again are hosting the region for a fabulous Evenings on 5th. We thank him and his team for all they do.

Date: August 14, 2025
Time: 5:30 – 9:00 PM
Time: VIP Parking on Park St. and 5th opens at 4:30 PM. Look for the Everglades tent.

Porsche Naples will fill Sugden Plaza with an assortment of beautiful Porsches, fun and games and raffles!

Let’s fill the Avenue and Park St. with Porsches and show our Porsche Passion.
Parking starts at 4:30 PM on Park St.
Pre-dinner cocktails will be at Gulf Coast International Properties; 691 5th Ave S. Restaurant TBD, seating at 6:00 pm, limited to 40 people.
RSVP to Amy at amypcaevents@gmail.com number of people attending and whether you would like to park on Park St. and if you plan to attend dinner.

Summer Soiree Series - Part 3 - The Claw Bar
2025-08-21 18:00 - 20:00
Let’s keep the Summer Soiree Series going with The Claw Bar
August 21, 2025
221 9th St, Naples 34102

Claw Bar Menu

Limited to 40 people. Order off the menu.

Indoor seating.

RSVP is required to Amy at amypcaevents@gmail.com

Wheels & Espresso - Powered by Porsche Naples - August 2025
2025-08-24 09:00 - 11:00

Dinner - Doc Ford's - Fort Myers Beach
2025-08-27 18:00 - 20:00
Join in the fun!
Dinner at Doc Ford’s, Fort Myers Beach

August 27, 2025
6:00 pm – 8:00 pm
Limited to 40 people.

RSVP to Amy at amypcaevents@gmail.com

Cars & Coffee - Porsche Fort Myers - September 2025
2025-09-06 09:00 - 11:00
Come and join in the fun spending time in the new Gen5 Porsche Fort Myers building!
September 6, 2025
9:00 am – 11:00 am
Cars & Coffee

Special parking!

Remember 10% off service, parts and merchandise in their boutique.

Evenings on 5th - Powered by Porsche Naples - September 2025
2025-09-11 17:30 - 21:00
Summer is here and the living is fantastic! It’s going to be a hot time on 5th Avenue! Come be a VIP! This event, powered by Porsche Naples is at the top of the list for excitement. Dan Kao, Porsche Naples Managing Partner and his team once again are hosting the region for a fabulous Evenings on 5th. We thank him and his team for all they do.

Date: September 11, 2025
Time: 5:30 – 9:00 PM
Time: VIP Parking on Park St. and 5th opens at 4:30 PM. Look for the Everglades tent.

Porsche Naples will fill Sugden Plaza with an assortment of beautiful Porsches, fun and games and raffles! And be sure to visit Porsche Naples Studio!
Let’s fill the Avenue and Park St. with Porsches and show our Porsche Passion.
Parking starts at 4:30 PM on Park St.
Pre-dinner cocktails will be at Gulf Coast International Properties; 691 5th Ave S. Restaurant TBD, seating at 6:00 pm, limited to 40 people.
RSVP to Amy at amypcaevents@gmail.com number of people attending and whether you would like to park on Park St. and if you plan to attend dinner.

PCA 70th Anniversary Celebration - Zone 12 - Sebring
2025-09-12 08:00 - 17:00
We’re excited to share that PCA has invited all regions around the world to participate in a global celebration of PCA’s 75th Anniversary, and we’re doing it in true Zone 12 style at Sebring International Raceway!
Event Overview:
We have four local hotels reserving rooms for our group: The organizers have not yet secured discounted reservation links yet – but I want to get this email out asap. These hotels will fill up fast!

Inn on the Lakes
Hotel Seven (at the Track)
Residence Inn
Tru by Hilton

We encourage you to book early!

Schedule of Events
Friday, September 12

Travel to Sebring (Each Region is encouraged to organize a “Drive” down)
Evening: Open schedule, with several local establishments hosting informal group gatherings

Saturday, September 13

Morning:

Meet at Sebring International Raceway
Attend the Driver Education (DE) event (includes an introductory session for newcomers)
Driving Tours and TSD Rallies depart from SIR
Autocross at SIR
Activities for non-drivers also available

Lunch at SIR:

All participants will drive the track during a group tour
Commemorative 75th Anniversary group photo
Lunch provided

Afternoon:

DE continues
Optional drives, rallies, or time to relax

Evening:

Zone 12 Anniversary Celebration Party!

Sunday, September 14

DE resumes
Depart at your leisure

View all PCA 70th Anniversary weekend events (except DE) here:
https://clubregistration.net/events/eventsRegional.cfm/PCA%2070th%20(Florida)/0
Drivers Education – September 12–14
Register for the DE event here:
https://clubregistration.net/events/signUp.cfm/event/15935
Autocross – Saturday, September 13
Two autocross events in one day – run in the morning, afternoon, or both!

Morning Event – Limit 32 paid entries
Afternoon Event – Limit 32 paid entries
Porsche cars / PCA members only
Classes based on current PCR guidelines
Loaner helmets available for rent (reserve in registration under “Options”)

New This Year – AutoX Chalk Talk
Friday afternoon, September 12 – Learn from the experts before you hit the cones! (details to follow)
Autocross Registration – No On-Site Signup

Morning Autocross: https://clubregistration.net/events/signUp.cfm/event/16117
Afternoon Autocross: https://clubregistration.net/events/signUp.cfm/event/16118

Saturday Evening Celebration
Reserve your spot via Eventbrite:
https://www.eventbrite.com/e/1571472088319?aff=oddtdtcreator
USE CODE: EVERGLADES
Hotel Information (Reserve Early – Rooms Go Fast!)

Inn on the Lakes: Call 863-471-9400 (mention “PCA 70th”)
SEVEN Hotel: Call 863-655-7200 (mention “PCA 70th Birthday”)
Tru by Hilton: Book Online or call 863-304-7186 (mention “PCA 70th”)
Residence Inn by Marriott: Book Online or call 863-314-9100 (mention “PCA 70th”)

We look forward to celebrating this historic milestone with you and your Porsche.
Everglades Leadership Team – Contact Don P (dploetner2@hotmail.com)

This is an incredible opportunity to celebrate our shared passion and history with Porsche enthusiasts from across the region. We hope to see you all there for what promises to be an unforgettable weekend. Specific details will be sent to attendees in the near future.
RSVP Required. See email from enews@enews.pca.org

70th Anniversary - PCA - Sebring
2025-09-13 08:00 - 17:00, 2025-09-14 08:00 - 17:00

Third Thursday on 3rd - Mediterrano - September 2025
2025-09-18 18:00 - 20:00
Everglades Region members, come join us for aq Third Thursday on 3rd. We are having a great time exploring fine restaurants throughout Naples.
For September, join us at Mediterrano
Thursday, September 18, 2025

336 13th Ave S, Naples.
Seating at 6:00 pm.
Pre-fixe menu – $55/person.
Thank you, Porsche Naples for your continued support!
RSVP required – see below.
Porsche Special Event Menu 2025

Arrive early and secure a prime parking spot.
RSVP to Amy at amypcaevents@gmail.com so that we can advise the restaurant of the number of attendees.

Wheels & Espresso - Powered by Porsche Naples - September 2025
2025-09-28 09:00 - 11:00
Wheels & Espresso powered by Porsche Naples!

Summer is here! Join us from 9:00 to 11:00 AM in Naples at Angelic Desserts in The Shoppes at Vanderbilt for Wheels & Espresso! All makes and models are welcome, including exotics! That makes it particularly exciting for our concours! Please join in the fun!
September 28, 2025

The judging is Street Concours level. Only the exterior of the car will be judged, and all attendees will vote in three categories, 4 door Porsches, and 2 door Porsches and non-Porsches. Special gifts will be provided to the winners.

Remember Porsche Naples offers 10% discount for service, parts and merchandise in their boutique.

Wine Tasting - Dinner - UnWINEd - Punta Gorda
2025-09-30 18:00 - 20:00
Join in for a fun evening in Punta Gorda!
Tuesday, September 30, 2025
6:00 pm seating
A special Wine Tasting set up just for Everglades Region PCA members! Learn about wines from different regions.
Limited to 45 people!

Enjoy a dinner to go along with your wines.

Wine Tasting $40 per person. Dinner at your cost, off the menu.
Lou, the owner, is reserving his restaurant just for us!
Registration through Club Registration.
Register – UnWINEd – Wine Tasting
Hope to see you there!

Cars & Coffee - Porsche Fort Myers - October 2025
2025-10-04 09:00 - 11:00
Come and join in the fun spending time in the new Gen5 Porsche Fort Myers building!
October 4, 2025
9:00 am – 11:00 am
Cars & Coffee

Special parking!

Remember 10% off service, parts and merchandise in their boutique.

Faces of Pace Celebration - Porsche Fort Myers
2025-10-04 17:30 - 21:00
Join in this signature event to raise funds for Pace Center for Girls.

Saturday, October 4, 2025
5:30 pm – 9:00 pm
Porsche Fort Myers
10040 Daniels Interstate Ct.
Fort Myers, FL 33913
Porsche Fort Myers is hosting the Faces of Pace Celebration, a signature fundraising gala benefiting Pace Center for Girls, at Porsche Fort Myers. This private, ticketed event brings together the luxury of Porsche, the transformational mission of Pace, and the spark of generosity to create something truly magical.
This is a private, ticketed event. Tickets start at $350 to attend the event or you can make a donation directly to Pace. See below:
Get Tickets Here
Hope you will support this worthy cause.
To protect the impact and intent of the evening, attendance is reserved exclusively for event sponsors and ticket holders.
For any questions, please contact: Margo Brewster at margo.brewster@pacecenter.org or call 239-462-8068

Evenings on 5th - Powered by Porsche Naples
2025-10-09 17:30 - 21:30
Fall is here! Come be a VIP! This event, powered by Porsche Naples is at the top of the list for excitement. Dan Kao, Porsche Naples Managing Partner and his team once again are hosting the region for a fabulous Evenings on 5th. We thank him and his team for all they do.
This month, let’s celebrate Breast Cancer Awareness and the Harvest Season.

Date: October 9, 2025
Time: 5:30 – 9:00 PM
Time: VIP Parking on Park St. and 5th opens at 4:30 PM. Look for the Everglades tent.

Porsche Naples will fill Sugden Plaza with an assortment of beautiful Porsches, fun and games and raffles! And be sure to visit Porsche Naples Studio!
Let’s fill the Avenue and Park St. with Porsches and show our Porsche Passion.
Parking starts at 4:30 PM on Park St.
Pre-dinner cocktails will be at Gulf Coast International Properties; 691 5th Ave S. Restaurant is Pazzo, 853 Fifth Ave, seating at 6:00 – 6:30 pm, limited to 40 people.
RSVP to Amy at amypcaevents@gmail.com number of people attending and whether you would like to park on Park St. and if you plan to attend dinner.

Sunrise With Aloha - Bad Ass Coffee - Naples
2025-10-12 08:30 - 10:30
Aloha! Join us for great coffee, great cars and great people. Bad Ass Coffee is an iconic place to spend the morning.
October 12, 2025

Time: 8:30 – 10:30 am

Come dressed in your finest Hawaiian outfit.
Where:
Bad Ass Coffee
1307 3rd St S, Naples 3410
First drink is complimentary.

EGS Dinner - Point 57 Restaurant - Cape Coral
2025-10-14 17:30 - 19:30
Join in a great evening for dinner at a new location for EGS members.
Point 57 Restaurant
3522 Del Prado Blvd.; Cape Coral, 33904

Tuesday, October 14, 2025
5:30 – 7:30 PM
Limited to 40
We will be seated outdoors, on the deck with umbrellas and fans with a beautiful view of the marina.
Designated parking on the grass adjacent to the restaurant.
Order off the menu
Learn about Point 57 Restaurant

Turbo Thursday - T-Michael Steak & Lobster House
2025-10-16 18:00 - 20:00
Join fellow Everglades friends for a new delight.
T-Michaels Steak & Lobster House
4050 Gulf Shore Blvd N, Naples
6:00 – 8:00 PM

Limited to 30 people.
Valet parking or on your own.
Order off the menu.
RSVP to Amy at amypcaevents@gmail.com

Everglades Dinner - Mastello Ristorante - Fort Myers
2025-10-22 18:00 - 20:00
Join for a delicious dinner with great friends!
Mastello Ristorante & Steakhouse
7890 Summerlin Lakes Drive
Fort Myers
Wednesday, October 22, 2025

6:00 pm seating
Pre-Fixe menu – $50 per person

Limited to 40. Don’t miss out!
RSVP to Amy at amypcaevents@gmail.com

5th Avenue South Halloween Spooktacular and Porsche Naples Trunk or Treat
2025-10-25 14:00 - 17:00
Spooky fun for all, especially the kids! Music, face painting, costume contest.
October 25, 2025
2:00 pm – 5:00 pm
Cambier Park
755 8th St. S., 34102

More details coming.

Halloween Spooktacular Evening on Fifth Powered by Porsche Naples
2025-10-25 17:00 - 20:00
Continue the Halloween Spooktacular fun and enjoy an array of live musical performances up and down the sidewalks of 5th Avenue South.

Let’s decorate our beautiful Porsches and have fun!
Powered by Porsche Naples, be part of the IN crowd!

More information to follow.

Wheels & Espresso - Powered by Porsche Naples
2025-10-26 09:00 - 11:00
Wheels & Espresso powered by Porsche Naples!

Summer is gone, fall is here! Join us from 9:00 to 11:00 AM in Naples at Angelic Desserts in The Shoppes at Vanderbilt for Wheels & Espresso! All makes and models are welcome, including exotics! That makes it particularly exciting for our concours! Please join in the fun!
October 26, 2025

The judging is Street Concours level. Only the exterior of the car will be judged, and all attendees will vote in three categories, 4 door Porsches, and 2 door Porsches and non-Porsches. Special gifts will be provided to the winners.

Remember Porsche Naples offers 10% discount for service, parts and merchandise in their boutique.

Halloween Night Evening on Fifth Powered by Porsche Naples
2025-10-31 18:00 - 21:00
Join in the spooky fun with fellow Porsche enthusiasts. Dress up and dress your car!
Powered by Porsche Naples

Friday, October 31, 2025
6:00 – 9:00 PM
Park St, Naples

More information to follow.
