Hello, LaBelle! Fall Newsletter

Fall Fun Is Coming Downtown!

Get your costumes ready! We're teaming up with the LaBelle Chamber of Commerce for a fun-filled downtown celebration. Come out for trick-or-treating, costumes, shopping, and a little Halloween magic.

Shop small, discover local makers, and find something special this holiday season! Our outdoor market is a great way to support the businesses and creative people who make our community unique.

Preserving Our Past, Planning Our Future

A New Chapter for the Captain Hendry House

Big things are happening for one of LaBelle's most treasured historic landmarks!

On November 20 and 21, we're welcoming a volunteer planning team from the Florida Chapter of the American Planning Association to help develop a long-term vision for the Captain Hendry House.

The team will meet with community stakeholders on Friday, followed by a public meeting on Saturday, November 21, at Barron Library.

We want to hear from you! Come learn about the project, see the ideas taking shape, and help imagine the future of this historic property.

Adding a Little Color to LaBelle

Our Roots & Springs mural project is moving forward! We're proud to be working with the Florida Wildlife Corridor Foundation, and work is projected to start around November 3rd.

In partnership with Arts of the Inland and with support from the Fort Myers Community Foundation, we're working to bring new public art to the Bridge Street area.

This project celebrates the natural beauty, culture, and history that make LaBelle special.

More Than Events: Building a Better Downtown

While our festivals and markets bring people together, there's a lot happening beyond the event calendar.

We're continuing our work on historic preservation, downtown beautification, supporting local businesses, and building a more vibrant, walkable community.

These projects take time, collaboration, and plenty of community support, but each step brings us closer to the downtown we envision.

Smoke Under the Oaks Is Back and Bigger Than Ever

Get ready for smoky flavors, sizzling competition, live music, and a whole lot of community fun! Our annual Smoke Under the Oaks Rib Fest is returning, and preparations are officially underway.

Registration is now open for BBQ competition teams and vendors, and we're actively seeking event sponsors! Whether you're ready to compete for BBQ bragging rights, showcase your business as a vendor, or support one of LaBelle's favorite community traditions as a sponsor, we'd love to have you involved.

Don't miss your chance to be part of the festivities! Head over to the Smoke Under the Oaks event page for the full details.

Ready to jump in? Register your BBQ team, sign up as a vendor, or explore sponsorship opportunities:

A New Chapter for the Swamp Cabbage Festival

The Swamp Cabbage Festival is getting ready for its next chapter! Another organization is stepping up to take the lead on organizing the festival, and they are looking for community members who want to help bring it to life.

If you are interested in helping organize the festival, come to City Hall on November 2nd at 6:30 PM to learn more and get involved. This is a great opportunity to be part of one of LaBelle's most beloved traditions and help shape its future.

Downtown Doesn't Happen Without You

Whether you attend an event, shop at a local business, volunteer your time, sponsor a project, or simply spread the word, you're helping Downtown LaBelle grow.

We've got big plans, and there's always room for more people at the table.

Let's keep growing something great, right here in LaBelle.