Lakewood Ranch Winterfest
Celebrate the holiday season with Winterfest at Waterside Park featuring snow slides, live music, food vendors, holiday characters, and a magical fireworks show over the lake.
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Annual Siesta Key Santa Stumble
Put on your festive gear and join the jolly crowd for Siesta Key’s annual holiday-themed bar crawl. Enjoy drink specials and merrymaking across island hotspots.
Venice Symphony Holiday Concert
Enjoy classic and contemporary holiday music performed by the Venice Symphony in a festive concert.
Lights in Bloom® at Selby Gardens
Marie Selby Botanical Gardens Sarasota, FLLights in Bloom® is Selby Gardens’ signature holiday light display and one of Sarasota’s most beloved seasonal traditions. During this breathtaking evening event, more than two million lights transform the gardens into a whimsical wonderland of glowing pathways, illuminated rainforest scenes, and artistic botanical displays. Stroll through the gardens and enjoy stunning light sculptures, immersive installations, and peaceful waterfront views enhanced by the glow of holiday brilliance.
Venice Holiday Boat Parade of Lights
Venice Intracoastal Waterway Venice, FloridaCelebrate the season with one of Venice’s most magical traditions! The Venice Holiday Boat Parade of Lights features dozens of festively decorated boats gliding through the Intracoastal Waterway, dazzling spectators with holiday lights and cheer. The parade begins at 6:00 PM and is best viewed from areas near the Venice Train Depot and the Venice Avenue Bridge. Bring a chair and arrive early — this event is a local favorite! Venice Holiday Boat Parade of Lights
Date: December 20, 2025
Time: 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM
Location: Intracoastal Waterway, Downtown Venice, FL
Cirque Musica Holiday Wonderland
Van Wezel Performing Arts Hall 777 N Tamiami Trl, Sarasota, FL, United StatesCirque Musica Holiday Wonderland is a festive production that combines the thrill of live circus acts with the joy of holiday music. Audiences can expect a 1 hour and 40-minute performance featuring acrobats, aerialists, and other performers set to classic holiday melodies .
Venice Christmas Walk & Window Decorating Tour
Venice 101 W Venice Avenue, Venice, FloridaStroll through downtown Venice to enjoy decorated shop windows, music, and holiday cheer. During the event, attendees can enjoy extended shopping hours, live music, festive treats, and beautifully decorated storefronts. The walk is designed to be a self-guided tour through the heart of Venice's historic downtown, allowing visitors to experience the holiday spirit at their own pace.
Christmas Eve Candlelight Service on Siesta Key Beach
Siesta Key Beach Sarasota, FloridaGather on the sand for a peaceful candlelight service celebrating Christmas Eve on Siesta Beach.
New Year’s Eve Pineapple Drop Celebration
Main Street Downtown Sarasota Sarasota, FloridaRing in the new year with live music, food vendors, fireworks, and the iconic Pineapple Drop in downtown Sarasota.
The Orchid Ball 2025: Here Comes the Moon
Marie Selby Botanical Gardens Sarasota, FLThis elegant evening celebrated the 2025 Jean & Alfred Goldstein Exhibition: "George Harrison: A Gardener’s Life," highlighting the former Beatle's passion for gardening. The event also included a special toast honoring Jennifer Rominiecki’s 10-year anniversary as President and CEO of Selby Gardens. Proceeds supported Selby Gardens’ community education programs, international research, conservation efforts, and world-class horticulture displays, enabling thousands of underserved children and their families to connect with the bayfront sanctuaries.
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Bayfront Fireworks Over Sarasota Bay
Sarasota Bayfront Park 1 Marina Plaza, Sarasota, FLCelebrate Independence Day with one of Sarasota’s most dazzling and iconic traditions — the Bayfront Fireworks Over Sarasota Bay! This free public event lights up the night sky with a spectacular fireworks display launched over the bay, offering perfect views from Island Park, Bayfront Park, downtown Sarasota rooftops, or even the Ringling Bridge. Arrive early to grab your favorite spot on the lawn, bring a picnic or purchase food and drinks from nearby vendors and restaurants, and enjoy the festive atmosphere as locals and visitors gather to celebrate America’s birthday.
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TINA: The Tina Turner Musical
Van Wezel Performing Arts Hall 777 N Tamiami Trl, Sarasota, FL, United StatesExperience the inspiring true story of music icon Tina Turner in this electrifying Broadway smash hit. Featuring her legendary hits including “Proud Mary,” “What’s Love Got to Do With It,” and “The Best,” this powerful musical charts Tina’s rise from humble beginnings to global superstardom. A must-see for fans of rock, soul, and resilience.