Lakewood Ranch Memorial Day Parade
Celebrate and honor veterans with this patriotic community parade through Main Street at Lakewood Ranch. Featuring floats, music, tributes, and family activities.
Celebrate and honor veterans with this patriotic community parade through Main Street at Lakewood Ranch. Featuring floats, music, tributes, and family activities.
Enjoy a free outdoor movie under the stars at The Bay! Kick off the summer with this action-packed classic underdog story British teenager Jann Mardenborough, a teenage Gran Turismo video game player who became a professional racing car driver. (PG-13) – “Gran Turismo: Based on a True Story” is a sports drama film that follows the inspiring journey of a teenage gamer, Jann Mardenborough, who uses his skills in the Gran Turismo video game to become a professional race car driver.
Get ready to escape to paradise during Margaritaville Night with the Bradenton Marauders at LECOM Park! This fun-filled tropical evening is packed with Jimmy Buffett vibes, live island-style music, and themed entertainment throughout the game. Fans are encouraged to don their best Hawaiian shirts, leis, and flip-flops to fully embrace the beachy Margaritaville atmosphere. Enjoy classic ballpark eats and margaritas while cheering on the Marauders. The night ends with a post-game fireworks show lighting up the Bradenton sky. This is a fan-favorite theme night, perfect for families, friends, and Parrotheads alike.
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!
Bring the whole family out to beautiful Siesta Key Beach for the annual Kids Summer Beach Runs, a fun and active way for children to stay healthy and enjoy the outdoors during summer break. Held weekly, these non-competitive 1-mile beach runs are open to kids of all ages and skill levels. Each participant receives a ribbon, and those who complete four runs earn a special t-shirt. It's a great opportunity for children to build confidence, stay active, and make new friends in a supportive, beachside setting. Registration begins at 5:30 p.m., and the run starts at 6:30 p.m.
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.
Celebrate Sarasota’s vibrant creative community at First Fridays at Sarasota Art Museum. Held on the museum’s beautiful plaza, this monthly evening gathering offers live music, art, food, and drink in a lively, welcoming atmosphere. Guests can enjoy gallery access, curated performances, pop-up art activities, and a specialty menu from the on-site Bistro. Whether you're an art lover or just looking to unwind, it's a perfect Friday night out for friends, couples, and families alike.
Lace up for summer fun at the Kids Summer Beach Runs on Siesta Key Beach, a favorite weekly tradition that combines sunshine, exercise, and family-friendly excitement. Hosted on the powder-soft sands of one of America’s top beaches, this 1-mile fun run encourages kids of all ages to stay active in a supportive and non-competitive environment. Each child receives a ribbon after every run, and those who participate in four or more races earn a free t-shirt. Registration begins at 5:30 p.m., and the race kicks off at 6:30 p.m. With scenic views and an upbeat community vibe, it’s a great way to stay healthy and have fun all summer long.
Let the kids run off some energy this summer at the Kids Summer Beach Runs on Venice Beach, a weekly 1-mile fun run designed to promote health, fitness, and outdoor fun for children of all ages. Set along the scenic shoreline, this non-competitive series allows kids to enjoy exercise in a safe and supportive setting. Each participant receives a ribbon at the finish line, and those who complete four runs throughout the summer earn a free commemorative t-shirt. Registration starts at 5:30 p.m., and the run begins at 6:30 p.m. It’s a great way to encourage healthy habits while enjoying beautiful Venice Beach.
Enjoy a free outdoor movie under the stars at The Bay! In celebration of the opening day of the US Open. (PG-13) – “Happy Gilmore”follows an aspiring ice hockey player (Adam Sandler) who, after failing to make a hockey team due to his aggressive style and lack of skating skills, finds himself in a bind when his grandmother’s house is threatened by the IRS. He then unexpectedly discovers a talent for golf and enters a golf tournament to win the prize money and save his grandmother’s home.
Witness the nation’s premier youth rowing athletes compete on one of the finest rowing courses in the world—Nathan Benderson Park in Sarasota. The USRowing Youth National Championships is the final regatta of the youth rowing season and draws more than 2,000 rowers from across the country for three days of elite competition.