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Experience Sarasota County
December 2025
Spot native Florida birds year-round in Sarasota County—from Gulf beach shores to mangrove flatland and brackish estuaries. Birdwatching...
October 2025
Sarasota’s version of winter invites you outside—to play, explore and breathe deeply. You’ll find there’s no better time...
January 2025
Sarasota County is a growing destination for professional, amateur and recreational sports. Enjoy year-round, sunny skies, world-class facilities...
January 2024
Do you have a sweetie or sweet friend in mind as February 14th draws near? Celebrate being love-struck...
May 2022
Sarasota County offers many natural resources for us and our 4-legged friends to enjoy! Sarasota County is definitely...
July 2021
Enjoying beauty and art requires brainpower and good food. Fortunately, Sarasota’s museums and attractions have got you covered...
March 2021
Traveling with a pet? Get prepared with our guide on this critter-friendly destination offering plenty of options for...
December 2020
For years, Sarasota’s popular public art exhibit “Embracing Our Differences” has celebrated diversity and inclusion through the eyes...
October 2020
Feeling thirsty? Sarasota's craft cocktail scene packs a flavorful, potent punch. Check out our guide to craft spirits—where...
July 2020
Nestled along the Gulf Coast of Florida, southwest of Orlando, south of Tampa and north of Naples, Sarasota...
July 2020
Paddling in North Port reveals 80 miles of freshwater canals – a relatively unknown world known as the...
June 2020
Beyond Sarasota County's beautiful beaches, shopping, dining and cultural amenities there is something else to make your visit...