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8 events, The Firestone Grand Prix brings IndyCar-style racing to downtown St. Petersburg on a 1.8-mile, 14-turn street course. The event includes racing, entertainment, and festival activities over the weekend. Tickets start at $25, with premium packages also available.
$25  Embracing Our Differences returns to Bayfront Park with its signature display of larger-than-life artwork and thought-provoking quotations celebrating diversity, kindness, and inclusion. The outdoor exhibition invites visitors to stroll the bayfront while experiencing powerful visual messages from artists and students around the world. It is one of Sarasota's most meaningful annual cultural experiences and is free to enjoy.
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 Step back in time at Gamble Plantation Historic State Park during the 64th Annual UDC Spring Open House. Free mansion tours, period lifestyle demonstrations, costumed interpreters, music, crafts, and family-friendly activities bring the 1840s through 1870s to life. Admission and parking are free.
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 The Sarasota Festival of Arts turns the bayfront into an open-air gallery filled with original works by artisans and crafters from across Florida and the United States. Browse paintings, sculpture, jewelry, photography, glass, ceramics, fiber art, mixed media, woodworking, and more while meeting the artists behind the work. With free admission and a scenic waterfront setting, it is an easy way to spend a creative afternoon downtown.
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 This longtime favorite art festival brings contemporary artists and art lovers to downtown Venice. Mediums include sculpture, photography, glass, paintings, ceramics, jewelry, mixed media, and more. Free admission.
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2 events, Pinecraft Days features more than 30 exhibitors including Amish, Mennonite, and Sun Coast artists. Shop handmade items ranging from wood bowls and wind chimes to art, jewelry, candles, soaps, crafts, and white elephant finds. Free admission.
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5 events, The largest boating event in the Tampa Bay area showcases dealers and manufacturers with yachts, cruisers, kayaks, paddleboards, and the latest boating and fishing accessories. Free tickets available online. Parking subject to fairgrounds pricing.
Free tickets online
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 The first Friday Music on Main brings live entertainment to Lakewood Ranch with Mixed Signal performing high-energy hits. Bring chairs, leave coolers at home, and enjoy an evening benefiting Keep Manatee Beautiful. Dogs are welcome on short leashes.
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Celebrate downtown Sarasota with Fresh Friday Downtown Social, featuring music, dancing, and a lively community atmosphere. Gather with friends, family, neighbors, and newcomers for a festive evening on Main Street.
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7 events, This popular race weekend includes the Shark's Tooth 10K, Shark Fin 5K, and a virtual option. Runners enjoy a scenic course from the Venice Airport Festival Grounds along Venice Beach, Caspersen Beach Park, and the Venetian Waterway Park. Registration fees vary.
Various registration fees  Experience an outdoor gallery featuring original handmade works from artists across the country. Discover painting, sculpture, jewelry, photography, glass, ceramics, fiber art, wearable art, mixed media, woodworking, and more. Free admission.
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 Bay Fest celebrates the wonders of water with hands-on activities, interactive exhibits, and family-friendly fun at The Bay Park. Kids and adults can explore Sarasota's local waterways through kayaking, nature-based learning, live music, and food vendors. It is a great choice for families looking for an educational and active day outdoors.
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 Celebrate Irish spirit at Greenbrook Adventure Park with entertainment stages, traditional food and drinks, dancers, bands, artisan booths, and the Lucky Dog Parade. Awards include Most Irish, Cutest, and Dog/Owner Look Alike. Free admission; $5 parking.
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 Experience one of Sarasota’s most unique and family-friendly traditions with the Ski-A-Rees Water Ski Team’s Sunday afternoon performance at Ski-A-Ree Stadium on City Island. Held behind Mote Marine Laboratory, this free show features skilled performers showcasing water ski pyramids, barefoot skiing, jumps, and choreographed routines on Sarasota Bay. Ideal for families, visitors, and locals alike, the event combines athletic skill with entertaining, high-energy routines in a scenic waterfront setting. The spring season runs weekly from February through early May, making it a great addition to any weekend plans in Sarasota. Bring a chair or blanket and enjoy a relaxed afternoon while watching one of the region’s longest-running performance teams in action.
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 Marie Selby Botanical Gardens presents Performances at the Point at Historic Spanish Point in Osprey. Guests can arrive early to enjoy the White Cottage, Sunken Garden, and Pergola overlooking Little Sarasota Bay before a world-class outdoor performance by a local arts organization. Food and beverages from Michael's on East are available for purchase, and advance tickets are required.
$5 – $35 |
3 events, Florida's long-running championship rodeo features events such as bareback riding, barrel racing, and bull riding. The show goes on rain or shine, all seats are covered, and tickets are non-refundable. Gates open at 11 a.m., pre-show events begin at 1 p.m., and the rodeo starts at 2 p.m.
Various ticket prices
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 Wine & Roses is an elegant dinner party in the Museum of Art Courtyard celebrating Mable Ringling's birthday. Guests can enjoy a champagne reception, multi-course meal paired with fine wines, and live music under the stars. Proceeds support The John and Mable Ringling Museum of Art.
$2026 |
3 events, The Sarasota County Fair brings classic fair fun to the fairgrounds with exhibits, midway rides, games, and plenty of fair food. Opening day gates begin at 4 p.m., and the fair continues with special admission deals throughout the run, including half-price midweek admission and a popular $2 Monday. It is a traditional spring outing for families across Sarasota County.
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