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Experience Sarasota County
October 2026
Skip the indoor malls and explore open-air shopping destinations featuring local charm and boutique finds around every corner...
August 2026
Sarasota County is home to a lot of ecosystems and habitats. Learn about the different parks that feature...
August 2026
Check out our favorite spots for a social media worthy photo in Venice. Share your #MySarasota masterpiece to...
August 2026
There are more than 300 known species of bird that are local or migratory to Southwest Florida. One...
July 2026
Escape to Longboat Key, Florida's secluded beaches, waterfront restaurants, nature preserves and luxury resorts. Stretching for 12 miles...
June 2026
Venice, Florida, abounds with biking opportunities from the novice to the pro, training wheels to speed bikes, and...
June 2026
Longboat Key is the quiet neighbor to the hustle and bustle of Lido Key and St. Armand’s Circle...
June 2026
A local’s guide to spending a full day discovering the coastal charm of Venice, Florida. If you think...
June 2026
Soak in the healing qualities of Warm Mineral Springs Park this summer with a day trip to North...
May 2026
Venice, Florida is turning 100, and the city is celebrating in true Gulf Coast style. Officially incorporated on...
April 2026
The annual Venice Sharks Tooth Festival invites marine lovers to discover magnificent fossil collections and jawsome finds! Sharks...
April 2026
Hunting for fossilized shark teeth is a treasured Sarasota County pastime, and the best place to find them...