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Experience Sarasota County
July 2026
Discover Sarasota's acclaimed restaurants—from Michelin-recognized newcomers and hidden omakase counters to James Beard-nominated chefs. Sarasota has quietly become...
July 2026
Between the cities of Sarasota and Venice, Florida, is a collection of communities worthy of stopping for a...
June 2026
Grab a meal to-go and share it alfresco at one of these picturesque picnic spots. Sure, going out...
June 2026
From history to present-day, golf has been a permanent part of Sarasota's landscape, where you'll find there are...
May 2026
Sarasota’s best hotel and resort restaurants go beyond the lobby, offering destination-worthy dining from the Gulf to downtown...
April 2026
Hunting for fossilized shark teeth is a treasured Sarasota County pastime, and the best place to find them...
March 2026
Fire up your appetite for a quintessential Florida afternoon filled with smoky flavors and soulful sounds. From smoky...
February 2026
Tennis and pickleball are year-round passion plays here in Sarasota County. Perfect your backhand and ace your racquet...
December 2025
Trade screen time for sea breezes, quiet trails and moments that move at nature’s pace. Since the advent...
October 2025
Sarasota’s version of winter invites you outside—to play, explore and breathe deeply. You’ll find there’s no better time...
July 2025
Discover where to eat, shop and play at Waterside Place in Lakewood Ranch. Waterside Place leads with the...
June 2025
Sarasota County hosts the highest density of loggerhead sea turtle nests in the Gulf. Here's what you need...