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Experience 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...
April 2026
Hunting for fossilized shark teeth is a treasured Sarasota County pastime, and the best place to find them...
January 2026
Whether new movie releases, childhood favorites or cult classics, there are a number of outdoor movie venues to...
December 2025
Trade screen time for sea breezes, quiet trails and moments that move at nature’s pace. Since the advent...
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...
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
From autumn festivals to trick-or-treat trails, Sarasota County offers a frightfully fun lineup of family-friendly fall and Halloween...
June 2025
Sarasota County hosts the highest density of loggerhead sea turtle nests in the Gulf. Here's what you need...
June 2025
Your basecamp for eco-adventures and starry nights in South Sarasota County starts here. Adventure awaits beyond the shoreline...
December 2024
Find no shortage of putting courses and driving ranges in and around Sarasota for golfers to perfect their...