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Experience Sarasota County
July 2026
Discover Sarasota's acclaimed restaurants—from Michelin-recognized newcomers and hidden omakase counters to James Beard-nominated chefs. Sarasota has quietly become...
July 2026
Escape to Longboat Key, Florida's secluded beaches, waterfront restaurants, nature preserves and luxury resorts. Stretching for 12 miles...
July 2026
Discover the rich traditions, homemade flavors and welcoming hospitality that make Sarasota's Amish and Mennonite community one of...
June 2026
Grab a meal to-go and share it alfresco at one of these picturesque picnic spots. Sure, going out...
June 2026
What you need to know about framing up the best possible shot during your trip to Sarasota County...
April 2026
With year-round sunshine and mostly flat terrain, the Sarasota area is a bicycling and rollerblading dream for families...
January 2026
Whether new movie releases, childhood favorites or cult classics, there are a number of outdoor movie venues to...
December 2025
Spot native Florida birds year-round in Sarasota County—from Gulf beach shores to mangrove flatland and brackish estuaries. Birdwatching...
October 2025
Nix the cooking and cleaning this Thanksgiving—the only thing you need to make is a reservation. Want to...
October 2025
Sarasota’s version of winter invites you outside—to play, explore and breathe deeply. You’ll find there’s no better time...
September 2025
From autumn festivals to trick-or-treat trails, Sarasota County offers a frightfully fun lineup of family-friendly fall and Halloween...
May 2025
You can find a good meal any time of day in Venice's Historic Downtown area. Venice, Florida's historic...