Events
Roar Off Shore
Saturday September 12th
Runs until Sunday, September 13th, 2026
Get ready for an action-packed weekend at The Whale Fort Myers Beach! Enjoy exciting on-water racing, good drinks, good times, and even better people. 🌊🏁🍹
FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 11
11 AM–12 PM — On-Water Practice
2–3 PM — Qualifying
SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 12
11 AM — Qualifying Heat A
12 PM — Qualifying Heat B
3 PM — Speed Cat Run
SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 13
11 AM–12 PM — Warm-Up
1 PM — Championship Race 🏆
🍹 Reserve Your Spot
$5 Reservation Fee to hold your spot at the bar or table.
Reservations must be made for the full number of seats available at each table. For example, parties of 3 will need to reserve all 4 seats at a table, while parties of 5 will need to reserve all 6 seats.
Good Drinks. Good Times. Better People. Come watch the action and make a weekend of it at The Whale! 🐋🌊
A required minimum spend of $50 per seat will be required in-house during the event. The $50 minimum spend does not include the $5 reservation fee. Tax and gratuity will be added to the check at the end of the event.
11:00 AM - 03:00 PM
National Cheeseburger Day
Friday September 18th
Come grab a giant juicy cheeseburger for National Cheeseburger Day Sept 18th!
11:00 AM - 10:00 PM
National Drink Beer Day
Monday September 28th
Join us for National Drink Beer Day on Sept 28th and try one of our many craft brews!
11:00 AM - 11:59 PM
National Taco Day
Tuesday October 6th
As if we needed an excuse... join us for National Taco Day!
11:00 AM - 10:00 PM
National Dessert Day
Wednesday October 14th
Indulge in dinner and a dessert on National Dessert Day!
11:00 AM - 10:00 PM
National Pasta Day
Saturday October 17th
Because life is better with pasta!
11:00 AM - 10:00 PM
National Chocolate Day
Wednesday October 28th
Because life is better with chocolate!
11:00 AM - 10:00 PM
Halloween
Saturday October 31st
Bring your best costume and join us on Halloween!
11:00 AM - 10:00 PM
National Sandwich Day
Tuesday November 3rd
Because food tastes better between bread!
11:00 AM - 10:00 PM
1 Year Anniversary
Saturday November 14th
The Whale’s 1-Year Anniversary Party
Join us Saturday, November 14, as we celebrate one incredible year at The Whale! Enjoy a full day of live music, tropical drinks, island vibes and anniversary fun.
Music Lineup:
• 12:00–2:00 PM — Chasing Denver • 3:00–6:00 PM — Dreamsicle: A Jimmy Buffett Tribute • 7:00–10:00 PM — Rock Republic
The outdoor celebration begins at 11:30 AM and admission is FREE. Outdoor beverage service will be available throughout the event, and the celebration will continue inside The Whale after the outdoor music ends.
Saturday, November 14, 2026 11:30 AM–10:00 PM The Whale 1249 Estero Boulevard Fort Myers Beach, FL
11:30 AM - 10:00 PM
Thanksgiving
Thursday November 26th
Bring your friends and family by on Thanksgiving Day for a celebratory feast!
11:00 AM - 10:00 PM
Sleighin' It at The Whale
Thursday December 17th
Get ready to Sleigh It at The Whale! Join us for a festive evening featuring heavy hors d’oeuvres, a signature holiday cocktail, entertainment, and a fun gift exchange.
Come ready to eat, drink, laugh and celebrate Christmas — Whale style!