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.
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.
Tour the award-winning Siesta Key Rum distillery and sample locally made rums. Free guided tours available several days a week with insights into small-batch production and local flavor.
Join one of the longest-running sport fishing tournaments in Florida as anglers compete to land the mighty tarpon.
Savor Sarasota is more than just an annual dining event. It's a celebration of Sarasota's diverse culinary landscape, from the barrier islands of Longboat Key and Lido Key to the downtowns of Venice, Sarasota and Englewood—and the talented local chefs who bring it all to life. Whether you're craving classic comfort food, international cuisine or contemporary creations, chef-curated menus allow you to sample a variety of dishes and flavors while taking advantage of stellar deals. Mark your calendars for 2025 when we celebrate 20 years of Savor Sarasota!
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.
Get the kids moving this summer with the Kids Summer Beach Runs at Venice Beach, a weekly 1-mile fun run designed to promote fitness and fun in a beautiful beachfront setting. Open to children of all ages and fitness levels, these non-competitive runs offer a supportive, energetic environment where every participant receives a ribbon, and those who complete four or more runs earn a free t-shirt. Registration begins at 5:30 p.m., and the run starts at 6:30 p.m. It's a great way to build healthy habits, enjoy the Gulf breeze, and make summer memories on the sand.
Enjoy a free outdoor movie under the stars at The Bay! (R) – In “National Lampoon’s Vacation,”the Griswold family, led by the well-meaning but easily stressed Clark, embarks on a cross-country road trip to Walley World, where everything goes hilariously wrong, from family drama to unexpected encounters.
Pilates by the Lake is a series of complimentary outdoor mat Pilates classes hosted by Club Pilates at Nathan Benderson Park in Sarasota, Florida. These sessions offer participants an opportunity to engage in a full-body workout while enjoying the serene lakeside environment.
Join the fun at Music on Main, Lakewood Ranch’s signature monthly street party featuring live music, food vendors, beer and wine booths, and family-friendly activities. Held on the first Friday of every month along Main Street, this lively outdoor event draws locals and visitors alike for an evening of entertainment and community connection. Each month features a different band playing everything from rock and country to funk and pop, plus local businesses and nonprofits hosting booths and activities. Bring a chair, leave the cooler at home, and enjoy the vibrant energy of one of Lakewood Ranch’s most popular recurring events.