Fishermen's Village Brightens Up the Town -- Festival of Lights Opens in Punta Gorda

Thousands thronged into Fishville Saturday night to watch the Mayor cut the ribbon opening the Festival of Lights that will brighten the Fishermen's Village through the holiday season.

Santa cheered on as Vice-Mayor Bill Albers assisted Harvey Goldberg, Punta Gorda Mayor, with the honors of clipping the ribbon welcoming all to the annual lighting.  Millions of lights were strung from verandas above the village's main walkway as well as from store fronts, polls and anywhere they could be dangled. While many might think we don't have as much to cheer about this year, the event brought out the seasonal optimism we all look forward to.

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Harpoon Harry's at Fishermen's Village

Located at Fishermen's Village.  Harry's has several bars within its rambling space. The main bar is a sports bar wtih scattered TVs. But our favorite is the Tiki at the left corner of Harry's dangling at the edge of the pier with spectacular views of Charlotte Harbor, a great place for sunsets or whiling away a warm afternoon or evening. Harry's also has the best in local bands and a sprawling dance floor. See more about Harry's and their entertainment schedule.  

Biehl's Slip Not 

With its carnival atmosphere, pirate ship bar, lighthouse with fireworks tree blazing in the evening sky, Biehl's Slip Not is a unique Punta Gorda watering hole. It's a cool place for music and being outdoors on Punta Gorda's warm winter evenings.  Some fascinating people watching to be had here as well.  Dance floor to dance the night away on.  Great local groups.  

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Some Great Pics of/from Fisherman's Village

Just noticed that a visitor to Punta Gorda posted some terrific photos of the Village in her blog. Take a look: Fisherman's Village Pictures from Mustard Seed Blog