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Experience Sarasota County
June 2026
All the kayaking and standup paddleboarding knowledge you need for days out on the water in Sarasota. Whether...
April 2026
On Florida’s Cultural Coast®, summer sets the stage for kids to play, perform and expand. In Sarasota, summer...
April 2026
Sarasota isn’t just about sun-soaked beaches—it’s also a hidden gem for stargazers. To experience Sarasota is to experience...
January 2026
January 2026
Touring actors, authors, musicians and acclaimed creatives make Sarasota County a seasonal stage for big moments. Each season...
December 2025
Spot native Florida birds year-round in Sarasota County—from Gulf beach shores to mangrove flatland and brackish estuaries. Birdwatching...
December 2025
Ring in the new year at one of these signature Sarasota County celebrations—including our trademark Pineapple Drop! Send...
November 2025
The holiday season blooms across Sarasota County, with gardens and galleries transforming into dazzling displays of light and...
November 2025
With a rich legacy steeped in passion, precision and a global reputation that precedes it, The Sarasota Ballet...
October 2025
In the heart of downtown Sarasota, Urbanite Theatre delivers contemporary productions in an intimate black-box setting, spotlighting stories...
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...