Art in the Park – Embracing Our Differences
Enjoy an inspiring outdoor art exhibit featuring billboard-sized works promoting inclusion, respect, and diversity. The exhibit is free and open daily at Bayfront Park in downtown Sarasota.
Enjoy an inspiring outdoor art exhibit featuring billboard-sized works promoting inclusion, respect, and diversity. The exhibit is free and open daily at Bayfront Park in downtown Sarasota.
Hosted by the Jazz Club of Sarasota, the Jazz at Two series showcases local and regional jazz performers every Friday afternoon through season. A relaxing and musically rich tradition.
Join FIT4MOM Sarasota for energizing Stroller Strides® and Stroller Barre® workouts at The Green at UTC. These full-body fitness classes are designed for moms with little ones in tow and combine strength training, cardio, and core restoration, all while entertaining your child with songs and activities. Ideal for new moms looking to stay active, meet other parents, and make fitness part of their weekly routine.
This special exhibition at Selby Gardens honors George Harrison’s deep spiritual and botanical connections through immersive floral installations and Beatles-inspired artwork.
Enjoy the weekly gathering of local food trucks offering a variety of cuisines. Check it out. You may discover your new favorite cuisine.
Kicking off one of the state’s premier film festivals, opening weekend includes screenings, red carpet events, and parties attended by filmmakers, celebrities, and fans.
Kick off the summer season with an outdoor movie experience under the stars at The Bay Park's scenic Civic Green. Bring your lawn chairs, blankets, and loved ones for a free community movie night featuring a family-friendly film perfect for all ages. Enjoy food trucks, popcorn, and refreshments available for purchase starting at 6:30 PM, with the film beginning at sunset (around 7:30 PM). This open-air cinema event marks the beginning of The Bay’s Summer Movie Night Series, continuing on select Fridays throughout the season.
Experience the excitement and artistry of America's longest-running youth circus at the Sailor Circus Spring Show, titled "South of the Border." This end-of-year spectacle showcases the talents of the Sailor Circus Academy's most experienced youth performers, paying homage to its senior students. Audiences will be captivated by a variety of thrilling acts, including trampoline wall, acrobatic roller skating, bicycle for five, clowning, and aerial performances such as silks, hammock, cloudswing, duo straps, web, and the traditional closing act, the flying trapeze.
Join fellow Second Amendment supporters at the annual Friends of the NRA Banquet in Sarasota. This fundraising event features dinner, games, auctions, and opportunities to win exclusive NRA firearms, gear, décor, and collectibles. Proceeds support The NRA Foundation's efforts in promoting shooting sports and education. Date and Time: Thursday, April 17, 2025: Doors open at 5:30 PM Location: Robarts Arena3000 Ringling BlvdSarasota, FL 34237 Tickets: Single Ticket: $70 Couples Supporter Package: $380 Reserved Table for 8: $600 Additional sponsorship packages are available.
The UTC Night Market is a vibrant, family-friendly event that takes place on select evenings at The Mall at University Town Center, located at 140 University Town Center Drive, Sarasota, FL 34243. Hosted on the Green at UTC (adjacent to the mall near The Vitamin Shoppe), this outdoor market is a celebration of local artisans, food trucks, live music, and community connection.
Enjoy free, family-friendly concerts along the scenic Manatee River! Bring a chair or blanket, friends, and your leashed pups to this vibrant community event featuring live performances by local musicians. Food and beverage vendors will be available on-site.
The 2025 AAU Florida Taekwondo Championship is a district-level competition sanctioned by the Amateur Athletic Union (AAU). This event offers a platform for taekwondo practitioners across various age groups and skill levels to compete in both sparring and poomsae (forms) categories. Competitors range from ages 5 to 17, 18 to 35, 33 to 42, and 43 and above, encompassing a broad spectrum of participants. The championship serves as a qualifier for national-level competitions, providing athletes the opportunity to advance based on their performance. Spectators can expect a day filled with dynamic martial arts displays, highlighting the discipline and skill inherent in taekwondo.