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WELCOME TO THE 2010 EDISON FESTIVAL OF LIGHT

Named One of North America's Top 100 Events and One of the Top 20 Events in the Southeast, the 72st Edison Festival of Light has something for everyone. We invite guests to enjoy three weeks of celebration of the innovation of Thomas Edison and the quality of life of our host City of Fort Myers. Featured events of the 2010 Celebrations include:

Join us for special sanctioned events which range from Antique Car Shows and the Celebration of Art to Mrs. Edison's Hymn Sing and the Young Artist's Awards.
For further information please contact the office at (239) 334-2999 or email Edison@edisonfestival.org

Edison Festival of Lights Events

Date: Sunday - Feb. 14, 2010

Morgan & Morgan & Family News Jr. Parade

Time: 2:30 PM - 4:00 PM
Voted the largest children's parade in the state! Hundreds of participants ranging from strollers and wagon units to dancers and gymnists to family floats and marching bands. Don't forget the clowns!! Free family fun!

Venue: Downtown River District
Address: First & Hendry
Location: Downtown Fort Myers
Email: info@edisonfestival.org
Website: www.edisonfestival.org
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Date: Friday - Feb. 19, 2010

Edison Festival Crafts on the River

Time: 10:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Three days of unique crafters displaying works and wonders! Stroll along the river and meet the artists! Free to public.

Venue: Centenial Park
Address: Downtown River District
Location: Downtown Fort Myers
Email: info@edisonfestival.org
Website: www.edisonfestival.org
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Date: Saturday - Feb. 20, 2010

Edison Festival & State Farm Grand Parade

Time: 7:00 PM - 11:00 PM
Thousands of participants come from all over the nation while hundreds of thousands of spectators cheer them on! The largest night parade in the Southeast! Free to spectators. Join the Parade After-Party with live entertainment in Centennial Park until 11:00pm!

Venue: Downtown River District
Address: Downtown River District
Location: Downtown Fort Myers
Email: info@edisonfestival.org
Website: www.edisonfestival.org
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Date: Saturday - Feb. 20, 2010

Orthopedic Specialists of SWFL 5K Run

Time: 5:45 PM - 6:45 PM
Nationally recognized race with more than 1,500 participants race through downtown for pre-parade excitement. Certified race and free to spectators!

Address: Downtown River District
Location: Downtown Fort Myers
Email: info@edisonfestival.org
Website: www.edisonfestival.org
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Date: Sunday - Feb. 21, 2010

Edison Festival Classic Car Show

Time: 10:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Cars of all kinds! More than 100 exhibitors from all over the U.S. Enjoy food, beverages and Edison Festival Crafts on the River while you are there! Free to the public.

Venue: Downtown River District
Address: Edwards Drive
Location: Downtown Fort Myers
Email: info@edisonfestival.org
Website: www.edisonfestival.org
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Most events take place in the River District in Downtown Fort Myers. For more information about the festival, visit www.edisonfestival.org or call (239) 334-2999.

Media Contact:

Bobbi Stage
Ph: (239) 334-2999
stage@edisonfestival.org

To contact the Festival office call (239) 334-2999, or click here to visit the Official Edison Festival of Light website.

Edison Festival of Light
1524 Jackson Street
Fort Myers, FL 33901
239-334-2999