Events & Festivals
There's always something happening on Florida's Gulf Coast. Find out what events will be going on during your stay, or take a look at some of our favorite annual festivals!
Note: Due to COVID-19 regulations from Federal, State or County governments, events may be postponed or cancelled. Please refer to the event and/or the event host's website for the most accurate and up-to-date information regarding each event.
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The Van Wezel Performing Arts Hall Friday Fest events are our outdoor concert series that provide the community with 4 entertaining and FREE events from June to September, showcasing the best of local bands from Sarasota and Bradenton. Friday Fest brings together a wide variety of talented...
- 5:00pm
Friday Fest is BACK!
The Van Wezel Performing Arts Hall Friday Fest events are our outdoor concert series that provide the community with 4 entertaining and FREE events from June to September, showcasing the best of local bands from Sarasota and Bradenton. Friday Fest brings together a...
- 5:00pm - 9:00pm
Break out the big hair and acid-washed denims—Laser Light Nights are back at The Bishop Museum of Science and Nature!
Every Thursday (7:00PM show), Friday (7:00PM and 9:00PM shows), and Saturday (7:00PM and 9:00PM shows) night from May 26 through August 13, we are rocking out to some of...
- 7:00pm - 10:00pm
Back with a new show, this opera/rock mash-up sensation blends iconic opera classics with Rock...
- 7:30pm - 9:00pm
With more than 40 years of cumulative work on some of Broadway’s biggest hits, The Uptown Boys use Billy Joel’s rich songbook as a way to share their stories of life, love, and trying to make it in New York City. Whether you’re a fan of Billy Joel’s entire catalogue or just a casual listener,...
- 7:30pm - 9:00pm
Hamilton Orr will stop at nothing to get what he wants. A top Hollywood director, Hamilton comes up with deadly scheme to gain control over a multi-million-dollar film. He just needs to persuade the movie’s screenwriter, Clark, to get onboard. And make sure that Barbara, his wife, plays her part...
- 8:00pm - 10:00pm
Weekly, on Saturday mornings, join an assortment of Sarasota’s most beloved yogis for a morning of stretching and breath work from 9 am – 10 am. Bring a friend, a mat and water to experience the unique styles of a new instructor each week.
- 9:00am - 10:00am
Open Studios! Did you know SPAACES is a part of Princeton Street Artists, A collective of artists with studio spaces hosting monthly open studios and exhibitions!
This Summer, SPAACES will be hosting Open Studios every second Saturday of the month starting July 9th running from 10AM - 4PM....
- 10:00am - 4:00pm
Enjoy art with Princeton Street Arts' Open Studios every 2nd Saturday this summer. Open Studios start July 9th and ends September 10th, 10:00 AM to 3:00 PM. Join SPAACES, Creative Liberties, and Princeton Street Arts to spark your creativity with our inspiring community....
- 10:00am - 3:00pm
Join us Saturday the 13th for Summer Second Saturday Open Studios! The event starts at 10 am and runs until 3 pm. You will get to visit our artists in their studios and view a wonderful collection of art that is all available for sale. Be sure to visit SPAACES, Princeton Street Arts, and Define...
- 10:00am - 3:00pm
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