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Experience Sarasota County
August 2026
Uncover things to do in Sarasota when you only have a few hours to spare, whatever time of...
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
Discover new favorites while revisiting old ones at these two world-class shopping/dining meccas. Sarasota’s University Town Center, also...
July 2026
Discover the rich traditions, homemade flavors and welcoming hospitality that make Sarasota's Amish and Mennonite community one of...
April 2026
With year-round sunshine and mostly flat terrain, the Sarasota area is a bicycling and rollerblading dream for families...
January 2025
Turn hours of fun at a Baltimore Orioles Spring Training game into a full day of activities at...
January 2025
Sarasota County is a growing destination for professional, amateur and recreational sports. Enjoy year-round, sunny skies, world-class facilities...
February 2024
With a variety of local cafes and craft roasteries, it's up to you to pick your favorite caffeine...
September 2022
Sarasota and Venice have some great waterfront dining restaurants! Check out a list of our favorite places to...
May 2021
Part laidback beach paradise, and part eclectic arts and culture destination: Sarasota is a fun and welcoming destination...
March 2021
Enjoy fresh air, open spaces and global cuisine throughout the day in Downtown Sarasota What’s a better way...
June 2020
In search of coastal cuisine, cultural attractions, and enough sunshine to cure their lingering polar-vortex blues, a couple...