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Experience Sarasota County
March 2026
Life truly imitates art when you stay overnight in Sarasota, Florida. If Sarasota’s art museums, galleries and performance...
March 2026
Whimsical circus memorabilia and lush botanical displays inspired by legendary masters make our museums a delightful time warp...
February 2026
Sarasota's beautiful landscapes and year-round sunshine lend itself perfectly to a form of artwork known as plein art...
January 2026
Sarasota boasts one towering, iconic landmark that delivers a fun and inspirational day of creative discovery: Sarasota Art...
January 2026
Touring actors, authors, musicians and acclaimed creatives make Sarasota County a seasonal stage for big moments. Each season...
December 2025
Spot native Florida birds year-round in Sarasota County—from Gulf beach shores to mangrove flatland and brackish estuaries. Birdwatching...
November 2025
November 2025
Take a journey through this cultural treasure to discover an enchanting celebration of arts, history and creativity. Much...
October 2025
When the temps cool down on Florida's Gulf Coast, our state and county parks provide an ideal outdoor...
October 2025
From sleek sailboats to upscale yachts and catamarans, these top-rated experiences invite you to see Florida’s Gulf Coast...
September 2025
Celebrate the magic of the season with dazzling holiday performances across the Sarasota area’s vibrant theaters and concert...
August 2025
For its 67th season, Sarasota Opera brings back its Fall opera production and celebrates 100 years of the...