Family weekend is designed for the parents, siblings, children, friends, and families of FGCU students to learn more about the university and feel a greater connection to our campus and community. Throughout the weekend there will be activities that give families an opportunity to catch a glimpse of their student's life, envelop themselves in the FGCU and Fort Myers community, and learn more about what it means to be a true Eagle!
Thank You For Attending Eagle Family Weekend '25!
Featured Hotels
Hilton Garden Inn
This hotel is less than a mile from Gulf Coast Town Center Mall, two miles from Florida Gulf Coast University, and under a 10-minute drive to Southwest Florida International Airport. They have an outdoor pool, whirlpool, fitness center and onsite restaurant. Free perks include WiFi and our shuttle service available 4am-1am within a three-mile radius.
Homewood Suites
Find them just off I-75, 10 minutes from Southwest Florida International Airport – hop on their free shuttle. We’re three miles from Florida Gulf Coast University. Enjoy dining on your doorstep, or at Miromar Mall, 10 minutes away. For a quieter night, join their complimentary evening social every Wednesday, or do a little in-suite cooking. WiFi and breakfast are on us.
Drury Inn & Suites
Drury Inn & Suites Fort Myers Airport FGCU is conveniently located at I-75 and Alico Road, minutes from Gulf Coast Town Center, Florida Gulf Coast University, Southwest Florida International Airport and with easy access to the beaches of Fort Myers and Sanibel. A short drive away from the downtown historic district of Fort Myers, the location is perfect for guests traveling for business or leisure. Fort Myers hotel guests enjoy free hot breakfast and free 5:30 Kickback® every day.
We have compiled a list of other nearby hotels, many of which offer an FGCU Eagle Family Weekend rate.
*Places marked with an asterisk are Alumni owned!
*Cattyshack Cat Cafe: Cattyshack Cafe is more than just a coffee shop—it's a one-of-a-kind experience where you can sip your favorite drink while spending time with adoptable rescue cats and kittens.
Estero River Outfitters: Explore the Great Outdoors with Estero River Outfitters! Rent a kayak, canoe or paddle board and explore the Estero River!
Fast Trax: Get ready to race at Florida's largest indoor go-karting track! With three different tracks, one for young children and two for older racers, and nearly 2,000 feet of track, there is plenty of fun for the whole family!
Fort Rock: Fort Rock Climbing Center in Fort Myers aims to fuse their modern indoor rock climbing gym with a sense of community, connection and a love for adventure and fitness. Their climbing center boasts state-of-the-art bouldering and climbing terrain, a designated fitness space for training with weights, barbells and balls, as well as their pro shop, their party room, and an inviting atmosphere for people and families to connect through climbing and fitness.
GameTime: The ultimate entertainment destination! With over 100 interactive games, full-service dining, and over 60 HDTVs, everyone can have a blast!
Hertz Arena (Ice Skating): Come try their refreshing public skating sessions in their Recreational Rinks! Let their disco ball and intriguing laser show amuse you and your party as you skate around their 200’ x 85’ ice surface while listening to the weekly top 20 tunes.
HeadPinz: Enjoy 24 lanes of bowling fun featuring the latest in entertainment from our touch screens. They also have 4 old time, Pin Boyz lanes for a unique experience. Their Game Zone has 4 virtual reality games, 2 level laser tag arena, aerial ropes course, 3 escape rooms and more than 45+ of the hottest arcade games!
Koreshan State Park: Cradled by majestic oaks along the banks of the Estero River, Koreshan State Park’s historic buildings and gardens are a testament to the industrious lives and unique beliefs of the Florida pioneers.
PopStroke: Embark on a mini-golf adventure at our oasis-like destination, featuring two meticulously designed 18-hole putting courses. Each course mirrors the challenge and excitement of a traditional golf setup, complete with synthetic fairways, tricky bunkers, and unpredictable rough patches—all played with just a putter in hand!
*Rising Tide Explorers: RTE provides kayak rentals, kayak tours, and boat tours with SWFL's only biologist guides. Voted the #1 Kayaking Tour in the USA by USA Today.
Sandbox VR: Sandbox is a futuristic VR experience for groups of up to 6 where you can see and physically interact with everyone inside, just like the real world. Inspired by Star Trek's Holodeck, our exclusive worlds let you feel like you're living inside a game or movie, and are built by EA, Sony, and Ubisoft veterans.
Spinz: Enjoy classic roller skating that offers fun for all ages. The venue features a large indoor arena where families can enjoy roller skating or blading, with skate helpers available for beginners.
Sky Zone: Enjoy jumping at an indoor trampoline park that offers a variety of fun activities! From classic jump to dodgeball, Sky Zone is fun for the whole family!
Top Golf: Topgolf is a sports entertainment complex that blends golf with a fun, social atmosphere. It features climate-controlled hitting bays, giant targets, and a unique game system that uses microchipped golf balls and technology to track accuracy and distance.
Wonder Gardens: The Wonder Gardens is home to a diverse family of rescued, rehabilitated and non-releasable animals. From Florida Alligators and Flamingos to beautiful macaws, pythons, turtles, tortoises and even Chinese Golden Pheasants – add that to the vibrant botanical collection and we have something to interest every member of your family!
810 Entertainment: Roll into 810 Entertainment in Estero, FL for drinks, bites, bowling, billiards, games, and all-around good vibes. Enjoy epic happy hour deals, delicious eats, and a whole lot of fun! Let’s make your break one to remember!
