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Experience Sarasota County
July 2026
Escape to Longboat Key, Florida's secluded beaches, waterfront restaurants, nature preserves and luxury resorts. Stretching for 12 miles...
June 2026
Grab a meal to-go and share it alfresco at one of these picturesque picnic spots. Sure, going out...
June 2026
Tee time has arrived. Bobby Jones reopens as a fully restored golf complex, event venue and nature park...
June 2026
All the kayaking and standup paddleboarding knowledge you need for days out on the water in Sarasota. Whether...
June 2026
What you need to know about framing up the best possible shot during your trip to Sarasota County...
April 2026
Sarasota isn’t just about sun-soaked beaches—it’s also a hidden gem for stargazers. To experience Sarasota is to experience...
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
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
From autumn festivals to trick-or-treat trails, Sarasota County offers a frightfully fun lineup of family-friendly fall and Halloween...
August 2025
Nature lovers will find wild spaces, fascinating wildlife and adventure amenities on that state's only Wild and Scenic...