Name: The Ringling Museum – Free Family Day
Start: 2025-04-26T10:00:00+00:00
End: 2025-04-26T14:00:00+00:00

April 2025
April 19 @ 5:30 PM - 8:00 PM
Savor the Sounds Concert Series – Tim McCaig and Easy Street Band

Town Center Green 600 Bay Isles Road, Longboat Key, FL, United States
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.
April 19 @ 7:00 PM - 9:00 PM Sailor Circus Spring Show: “South of the Border”
Sailor Circus Spring Show: “South of the Border”

Sailor Circus Arena 2075 Bahia Vista St., Sarasota, FL
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.
April 20 @ 6:30 AM - 7:30 AM
Easter Sunrise Service on Siesta Key Beach
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.
April 20 @ 10:00 AM - 1:00 PM
Easter Brunch at Selby Gardens
Celebrate Easter Sunday with a delicious brunch buffet, live music, and garden strolls surrounded by spring blooms at Selby’s stunning bayfront grounds.
April 23 @ 6:30 PM - 7:30 PM
Dance at The Bay: Zumba with Yaël Campbell
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.
April 24 @ 5:00 PM - 8:00 PM
Wine Walk – Venice
Stroll through downtown Venice and enjoy wine tastings at various participating businesses during the annual Wine Walk event.
April 25 @ 7:00 AM - 8:30 PM Cinema at the Bay Park
Cinema at the Bay Park
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.
April 25 @ 8:00 PM - 9:30 PM
UTC Movies Under the Stars
Join the community for a fun-filled evening featuring a family-friendly movie, The Lorax. Enjoy character meet-and-greets, face painting, and concessions before the movie begins. Bring a blanket or lawn chairs for seating.
April 25 @ 8:00 PM - 9:30 PM Movies Under the Stars – University Town Center
Movies Under the Stars – University Town Center
Enjoy free, family-friendly movies on the lawn at The Green at UTC. Bring your own blankets or chairs. Pre-movie activities start at 7:00 PM.
April 26 @ 9:00 AM - 2:00 PM Farmers Market at Lakewood Ranch
Farmers Market at Lakewood Ranch

Waterside Place at Lakewood Ranch 1561 Lakefront Dr, Sarasota, FL
Discover one of the area's most popular weekly gatherings at The Farmers' Market at Lakewood Ranch! Every Sunday, over 90 curated vendors bring the best of fresh produce, prepared foods, artisanal goods, plants, crafts, and more to Waterside Place. It's a vibrant, family- and pet-friendly event perfect for browsing, brunching, and enjoying the beautiful setting along Kingfisher Lake. From fresh-baked pastries to farm-fresh vegetables, organic products, handmade gifts, and live music, this market is a must-visit for locals and visitors alike.
April 26 @ 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM Family Saturdays at Selby Gardens
Family Saturdays at Selby Gardens
Family Saturdays at Selby Gardens offer engaging art and nature activities designed for children and families. Held in the Ann Goldstein Children’s Rainforest Garden, these events feature multiple activity stations where elementary school-aged children can create nature-inspired art using various materials. Each session provides a unique opportunity for families to connect with nature and art in a beautiful garden setting.
April 26 @ 10:00 AM - 2:00 PM
The Ringling Museum – Free Family Day
Join us for a special Free Family Day at The Ringling Museum! This event offers: Free admission to the Museum of Art and the Circus Museum for all registered participants; Family Art Making (FAM) sessions inspired by objects in our collections; A unique opportunity to paint the NOMAD Art Bus, transforming it into a rolling canvas. This event is part of the Suncoast Remake Learning Days initiative, aiming to provide engaging educational experiences for families.

April 2025