Get the kids moving this summer with the popular Kids Summer Beach Runs on Siesta Beach! Hosted by Sarasota County Parks, Recreation and Natural Resources, this family-friendly series offers children ages 1–17 the chance to participate in a 1-mile fun run along the soft white sands of Siesta Key. Each participant earns a finisher ribbon, and those who complete four or more runs receive a free T-shirt and a medal at the end of the series.
Venice Beach hosts its weekly Kids Summer Beach Run, promoting youth fitness and community spirit. Open to all children, with prizes and fun post-run refreshments.
Join locals and visitors alike every Wednesday and Saturday evening at Nokomis Beach for one of the most unique and rhythmic traditions in Sarasota County—the Nokomis Beach Drum Circle. This spontaneous, family-friendly event gathers drummers, dancers, hula-hoopers, and spectators for a lively, spiritual celebration of community and rhythm.
The Siesta Key Crystal Classic is Sarasota’s signature international sand sculpting festival and one of the most anticipated fall events in Florida. Held directly on the powdery white sands of Siesta Key Beach, the festival showcases master sand sculptors from around the world, competing to create awe-inspiring, large-scale sculptures using only sand and water.
