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Experience Sarasota County
June 2026
Sarasota's animal attractions promise guaranteed sightings and unforgettable encounters for all ages. From interactive touch tanks at aquariums...
April 2026
With year-round sunshine and mostly flat terrain, the Sarasota area is a bicycling and rollerblading dream for families...
March 2026
Whimsical circus memorabilia and lush botanical displays inspired by legendary masters make our museums a delightful time warp...
December 2025
Spot native Florida birds year-round in Sarasota County—from Gulf beach shores to mangrove flatland and brackish estuaries. Birdwatching...
November 2025
Shop for gifts and enjoy the holidays in Sarasota County. There's no shortage of holiday shopping and fun...
October 2025
Nix the cooking and cleaning this Thanksgiving—the only thing you need to make is a reservation. Want to...
October 2025
Sarasota’s version of winter invites you outside—to play, explore and breathe deeply. You’ll find there’s no better time...
September 2025
Savor Florida's warm winter nights and Yuletide cheer this holiday season throughout the Sarasota area. Make this holiday...
January 2025
Sarasota County is a growing destination for professional, amateur and recreational sports. Enjoy year-round, sunny skies, world-class facilities...
October 2024
Nine hyper-local shopping districts (with dining options, too!) to support Small Business Saturday this November. We've all heard...
May 2024
From larger-than-life murals to sculptural works of fine art, spot a sundry of public art pieces as you...
March 2023
A weekend itinerary on one of Sarasota's most varied barrier islands: Lido Key Connected to the mainland by...