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Experience Sarasota County
August 2026
Here’s the latest report from fishing guides in the area. September Fishing Report—Capt. Rick Grassett Rick Grassett is...
July 2026
Escape to Longboat Key, Florida's secluded beaches, waterfront restaurants, nature preserves and luxury resorts. Stretching for 12 miles...
June 2026
June 2026
Where to find seashells, what to look for and tips for your next beachcombing treasure hunt. Inhabiting the...
June 2026
Learn about the Florida wildlife that exists in the Sarasota area and the best places to see them...
April 2026
On Florida’s Cultural Coast®, summer sets the stage for kids to play, perform and expand. In Sarasota, summer...
February 2026
Tennis and pickleball are year-round passion plays here in Sarasota County. Perfect your backhand and ace your racquet...
January 2026
January 2026
Touring actors, authors, musicians and acclaimed creatives make Sarasota County a seasonal stage for big moments. Each season...
December 2025
Cruise through 18.5 miles of natural beauty, history and community connection on one of Florida’s most beloved rail-to-trail...
November 2025
From the graceful choreography of ballet to the pulsating beats of contemporary dance, the city's stages come alive...
November 2025
Batter up! Spring Training season is back and in full swing on Florida's Gulf Coast. Are you a...