Celebrate Labor Day & Upcoming Fall Happenings at Sundial Beach Resort

DATE: August 27, 2026

Labor Day weekend is almost here, marking the fun-filled, unofficial start to fall! Whether you’re planning a quick holiday getaway, looking for exquisite dining, or mapping out your autumn and winter travel schedule, there is so much happening at Sundial Beach Resort & Spa and across Sanibel Island.

Here is your ultimate guide to ending summer on a high note and getting excited for what’s ahead:

Labor Day Weekend at Sundial

  • Final “Red, White, and Beach” Celebration: Join us for our final summer series installment! We are ramping up our recreation schedule all weekend long with enhanced poolside games, beach activities, and family fun. Check out the Red, White, and Beach schedule to plan your weekend.
  • Paradise Pop-Up Room Special: This special is available through Labor Day weekend to book stays from now through January 15th! Don’t miss outbook your holiday stay today.

Limited-Time Dining Highlight: Shima Japanese Steakhouse

  • 2-for-1 Hibachi Nights: Treat yourself every Wednesday and Thursday evening to our 2-for-1 Hibachi Menu at Shima! Whether it’s date night, catching up with a friend, or you’re just hungry enough for two full plates, we’ve got you covered. View the Shima menu and reserve your table.

Sneak Peek: Festive Holiday Season at Sundial

It’s never too early to start planning your holiday traditions! We are gearing up for a magical season on the island:

  • Thanksgiving: Enjoy a delicious Thanksgiving Buffet followed by our annual Tree Lighting ceremony the next day.
  • Christmas: Celebrate with our holiday buffet, Santa appearances, and themed family fun activities.
  • New Year’s Eve: Ring in 2027 in style at our signature NYE Party!

Upcoming Sanibel Island Events

  • REVIVE! Trash to Fashion: Couture Collection (At Sundial): Witness incredible sustainable art and fashion right here at the resort. Learn more via the Ding Darling Wildlife Society.
  • Ding “Art in the Wild” (Oct 21–22): Celebrate Jay Norwood “Ding” Darling’s 150th birthday weekend with outdoor art and community activities. Details at Ding Darling Society.
  • SCCF Wines in the Wild: Sip fine wines and support conservation with the Sanibel-Captiva Conservation Foundation. Details at SCCF.
  • CROW Guided Tours: Take a guided campus tour and presentation at the Clinic for the Rehabilitation of Wildlife (CROW), offered multiple times per week. Reserve at CROW GoFundMe Events.
  • F.I.S.H. Jog N Jam (Nov 7): Get ready for a bigger and better community event returning to the island! Info at F.I.S.H. of SANCAP.
  • Sanibel Luminary Holiday Stroll (Dec 4): Stroll through Tahitian Gardens for live music, food, drinks, and games—and don’t forget to stop by Cheeburger Cheeburger while you’re there! Event info via the Sanibel-Captiva Chamber.

We can’t wait to welcome you to the beach this weekend and throughout the upcoming fall season!

Photo credit @borguio_dounia

 

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