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Experience Sarasota County
April 2026
The annual Venice Sharks Tooth Festival invites marine lovers to discover magnificent fossil collections and jawsome finds! Sharks...
April 2026
With year-round sunshine and mostly flat terrain, the Sarasota area is a bicycling and rollerblading dream for families...
April 2026
Traveling with the whole family? Here are a few of our favorite places with a little bit for...
February 2026
From playing in powdery quartz sands to splashing in coastal currents, here's your guide to Sarasota’s active shoreline...
February 2026
From lively shores to hidden stretches of sand, discover the Sarasota County beaches that shine for every kind...
December 2025
Spot native Florida birds year-round in Sarasota County—from Gulf beach shores to mangrove flatland and brackish estuaries. Birdwatching...
October 2025
Dive into discovery with your first look at Mote Science Education Aquarium (SEA), Sarasota’s next-level aquarium. Ever wanted...
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
Stretching nearly 40 miles, Sarasota’s shoreline is dotted with luxurious resorts, stylish hotels and beach condos offering views...
July 2025
Discover where to eat, shop and play at Waterside Place in Lakewood Ranch. Waterside Place leads with the...
July 2025
Say goodbye to the hustle and bustle of daily life when you head to Englewood and Manasota Key...
April 2025
Here are five family-friendly beaches worth a visit when exploring Sarasota's keys. No family trip to Sarasota County...