Celebrate Earth Day at The Bay with a family-friendly, hands-on event that honors the wonders of nature, art, and science. As part of the Suncoast Remake Learning Days and The Bay’s “Good to Be Green” initiative, this free event offers interactive experiences for kids of all ages.
Celebrate Sarasota’s rich circus heritage with a full day of performances, workshops, and museum activities for all ages at The Ringling’s Circus Museum.
Celebrate creativity and craftsmanship at the Lido Beach Spring Fine Art Festival, an outdoor art showcase set against the backdrop of beautiful Lido Key. This annual festival features the work of professional artists and artisans from across the country, offering a vibrant mix of paintings, sculptures, photography, glass, ceramics, jewelry, mixed media, and more.
Enjoy an evening of live music under the stars as Tim McCaig and the Easy Street Band bring their energetic blend of country, rock, and soul to Longboat Key! Part of the popular Savor the Sounds Concert Series, this outdoor concert invites locals and visitors alike to experience a relaxing, family-friendly evening filled with great tunes and delicious dining from local food trucks. Don’t forget your lawn chairs and blankets—this is the perfect way to wind down your weekend in style.
Gather at dawn for a peaceful, non-denominational Easter service on the sands of Siesta Key Beach. Open to the public and hosted by local congregations.
Celebrate Easter Sunday with a delicious brunch buffet, live music, and garden strolls surrounded by spring blooms at Selby’s stunning bayfront grounds.
Beetlejuice – The Musical is a hilarious, high-energy Broadway show based on Tim Burton’s cult classic film. This stage adaptation brings the mischievous bio-exorcist “Beetlejuice” to life with dazzling special effects, outrageous comedy, and a hauntingly fun score. The story follows Lydia Deetz, a strange and unusual teenager obsessed with the afterlife, who summons Beetlejuice to scare away the new inhabitants of her home—with chaotic and comical consequences.
Enjoy the weekly gathering of local food trucks offering a variety of cuisines. Check it out. You may discover your new favorite cuisine.
Dance at The Bay: Zumba with Yaël Campbell is a high-energy, Latin-inspired fitness class held monthly at The Bay Park in Sarasota, FL. Led by vibrant local instructor Yaël Campbell, this free Zumba session blends international rhythms with easy-to-follow moves for a fun, full-body cardio workout suitable for all fitness levels.
Stroll through downtown Venice and enjoy wine tastings at various participating businesses during the annual Wine Walk event.
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.
Celebrate the 43rd annual Suncoast Boat Show at Sarasota’s Marina Jack, featuring over 65,000 sq. ft. of dock space filled with a diverse selection of in-water and on-land vessels. Explore motor yachts, sportfishers, center consoles, inflatables, and more. The event also offers tents filled with marine electronics, accessories, clothing, jewelry, and art.