The Naples Pulse Weekly
Curated local events for Naples, by interest
Good morning, Naples.
This week has a nice early-May mix: a big theater opening, a polished ballet night, a museum evening, garden color, and the kind of brunch-and-waterfront weekend Naples does so well.
The standout is Beautiful: The Carole King Musical at Gulfshore Playhouse, which officially opens Thursday and runs into May. If you want a feel-good theater night with songs people actually know, that is the one to look at first.
A few other picks worth locking in: Art After Hours at The Baker Museum tonight, the ATOS Trio on Thursday, Ritz afternoon tea or Sails brunch over the weekend, and a strong Sunday classical double-header at Artis-Naples.
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This Week's Headliner
Beautiful: The Carole King Musical Opens at Gulfshore Playhouse
Opening night Thursday, April 30 | Runs through Sunday, May 31 | Gulfshore Playhouse
A strong theater week starts with a name people know before they ever read the fine print. Beautiful follows Carole King from young songwriter to one of the defining voices of her generation, with a soundtrack that includes Natural Woman, I Feel the Earth Move, One Fine Day, and more.
This is an easy recommendation because it hits several Naples sweet spots: polished production, familiar music, a real story, and a new run that gives readers room to choose the night that works for them.
If you have been waiting for a theater pick that feels both nostalgic and current, this is the one.
Music & Live Entertainment
Art After Hours at The Baker Museum
Wednesday, April 29 | 6:00 PM to 9:00 PM | Artis-Naples
A relaxed museum night with live music, drinks, and after-hours access. It is an easy first stop for readers who want something social without committing to a full performance.
Pricing note: Free admission. Food and beverage available for purchase.
ATOS Trio
Thursday, April 30 | 7:00 PM | Daniels Pavilion at Artis-Naples
A polished chamber concert from a young ensemble with serious international credentials, and one of the cleanest midweek music picks on the calendar.
Tickets / info: https://artisnaples.org/events/grand-piano-series.2526.7
Pricing note: Ticketed performance. Check Artis-Naples for current seats and prices.
Dvořák’s American Quartet
Sunday, May 3 | 3:00 PM | Daniels Pavilion at Artis-Naples
A strong Sunday afternoon option built around Dvořák’s warm, familiar American Quartet, performed by musicians of the Naples Philharmonic.
Mahler Chamber Orchestra with Yuja Wang
Sunday, May 3 | 7:00 PM | Hayes Hall at Artis-Naples
A premium evening pick for classical readers, with Yuja Wang leading from the piano in a program featuring Prokofiev, Tsfasman, and Chopin.
Theater & Performing Arts
Beautiful: The Carole King Musical
Opening Thursday, April 30 | Running through Sunday, May 31 | Gulfshore Playhouse
Pricing note: Ticketed event. Check Gulfshore Playhouse for current seats and prices.
Miami City Ballet with the Naples Philharmonic
Tuesday, May 5 | 7:30 PM | Hayes Hall at Artis-Naples
Tickets / info: https://artisnaples.org/events/miami-city-ballet.2526.2
Pricing note: Ticketed performance. Check Artis-Naples for current seats and prices.
Miami City Ballet prelude discussion
Tuesday, May 5 | 6:30 PM | Artis-Naples
Food & Dining
Afternoon Tea at The Ritz-Carlton, Naples
Saturday and Sunday, May 2 and 3 | 11:00 AM to 2:00 PM
Reservations / info: https://www.ritzcarlton.com/en/hotels/rswrr-the-ritz-carlton-naples/dining/
Pricing note: Reservations recommended. Check The Ritz-Carlton for current menu and pricing.
Champagne Brunch at Sails
Saturday and Sunday, May 2 and 3 | 11:30 AM to 4:00 PM | Sails Restaurant
Reservations / info: https://sailsrestaurants.com/
Pricing note: Reservations recommended. Check Sails for current brunch pricing.
Naples food tours
A Slice of Naples Food Tour, Thursday, April 30 | Nacho Average Taco Tour, Friday, May 1 | Feast on 5th, Saturday, May 2
Tickets / info: https://www.paradisefoodtours.com/
Pricing note: Ticketed food tours. Check Paradise Food Tours for current tour pricing.
Weekend Brunch at Taberna
Saturday and Sunday, May 2 and 3 | 11:00 AM to 3:00 PM | Taberna Burntwood
Reservations / info: https://tabernaburntwood.com/
Pricing note: Check Taberna for current brunch menu and pricing.
Arts & Culture
Art After Hours
Wednesday, April 29 | 6:00 PM to 9:00 PM | The Baker Museum at Artis-Naples
Pricing note: Free admission. Food and beverage available for purchase.
ChromaFlora
Now through May 25 | Naples Botanical Garden
Garden tickets / info: https://www.naplesgarden.org/series/chromaflora/
Pricing note: Included with regular Garden admission unless otherwise noted by Naples Botanical Garden.
Nature’s Palette
Now through June 21 | Kapnick Hall at Naples Botanical Garden
Garden tickets / info: https://www.naplesgarden.org/
Pricing note: Included with regular Garden admission unless otherwise noted by Naples Botanical Garden.
Downtown Bonita Springs Walking History Tour
Wednesday, April 29, Thursday, April 30, and Wednesday, May 6 | Historic McSwain Home Museum and Gardens
Boating & Water Sports
Naples Princess sightseeing and dining cruises
Daily | Port-O-Call Way
Tickets / info: https://www.naplesprincesscruises.com/
Pricing note: Ticketed cruises. Check Naples Princess for current cruise pricing.
Pure Florida sightseeing excursions
Daily from Tin City | 1200 5th Ave S
Tickets / info: https://www.purefl.com/naples/
Pricing note: Ticketed excursions. Check Pure Florida for current cruise pricing.
Naples Bay Water Shuttle
Daily | 12:00 PM to 8:00 PM | Naples waterfront
Tickets / info: https://www.naplesbaywatershuttle.com/
Pricing note: Ticketed shuttle. Check Naples Bay Water Shuttle for current fares.
Golf & Sports
FC Naples vs. One Knoxville SC
Saturday, May 2, 7:00 PM | Paradise Coast Sports Complex
FC Naples is home Saturday night for Cinco de Mayo Fiesta, and it is the clearest local sports pick of the weekend. Good for families, soccer fans, and anyone who wants a live game without driving across the state.
Tickets / info: https://tickets.fcnaples.com/s/ydHE1eSD
FC Naples at Miami FC
Wednesday, April 29, 7:00 PM | Away match at Pitbull Stadium
Not a Naples outing, but worth noting for readers following the club this week. The home match Saturday is the one to plan around locally.
Schedule / info: https://www.fcnaples.com/schedule/
Quick Picks: This Weekend
Saturday: FC Naples vs. One Knoxville SC, Ritz afternoon tea, Sails Champagne Brunch, Feast on 5th, Taberna brunch, Live Music at Compass, Naples Bay Water Shuttle, Naples Princess or Pure Florida sightseeing cruises.
Sunday: Ritz afternoon tea, Sails Champagne Brunch, Taberna brunch, Naples Bay Water Shuttle, Naples Princess or Pure Florida sightseeing cruises, and a slower garden visit if you want something calm.
Coming Up
April 30: Beautiful: The Carole King Musical opening night at Gulfshore Playhouse
April 30: ATOS Trio at Artis-Naples
May 3: Dvořák’s American Quartet / Wang Chamber Music at Artis-Naples
May 3: Mahler Chamber Orchestra with Yuja Wang at Artis-Naples
May 5: Miami City Ballet with the Naples Philharmonic at Artis-Naples
May 17: Haitian Flag Day Celebration at Naples Botanical Garden
May 21 to 22: Patriotic Pops at Artis-Naples
May 23 to 24: Family Wonder Days at Naples Botanical Garden
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