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Experience Sarasota County
April 2026
Hunting for fossilized shark teeth is a treasured Sarasota County pastime, and the best place to find them...
March 2026
Whimsical circus memorabilia and lush botanical displays inspired by legendary masters make our museums a delightful time warp...
March 2026
If you’re looking for something hyper-local and special this spring, find an entire lineup of themed events and...
December 2025
Trade screen time for sea breezes, quiet trails and moments that move at nature’s pace. Since the advent...
December 2025
Ring in the new year at one of these signature Sarasota County celebrations—including our trademark Pineapple Drop! Send...
October 2025
Sarasota’s version of winter invites you outside—to play, explore and breathe deeply. You’ll find there’s no better time...
June 2025
Sarasota County hosts the highest density of loggerhead sea turtle nests in the Gulf. Here's what you need...
May 2024
From larger-than-life murals to sculptural works of fine art, spot a sundry of public art pieces as you...
June 2023
Garden lovers should plant themselves at these Sarasota County spots Some people have green thumbs and can grow...
September 2022
Revel in these cutting-edge galleries featuring various mixed mediums on display for the modern art-goer. Art enthusiast or...
June 2022
Get more out of your beach vacation from Sarasota County’s world-class visual and performing arts. Known as Florida's...
January 2022
Love to read on vacation? Then check out our catalogue of bookstores, poetry readings and places for young...