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!
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World-renowned Gullah Artist Headlines 2-Day Area Event To Benefit Visible Men Academy
December 7-8 in Manatee and Sarasota – Visible Men Academy (VMA) in partnership with Waterkolours Art Gallery will host a 2-day First Annual VMA Fine Art Show and Fundraiser with globally recognized Gullah...
- 9:00am - 8:00pm
Explore Sarasota County’s only Butterfly House through an artistic lens. Students will receive a brief natural history lecture introducing Florida’s native butterflies: why they are unique, their role in the ecosystem, and conservation strategies. After, students will learn painting techniques...
- 10:30am - 4:00pm
Your favorite weeknight hangout has arrived at its new home, Waterside Place, the newest town center in Lakewood Ranch!
| 6-9 PM, Every Wednesday, starting November 10, 2021 - May, 2022 |
- New food trucks + dessert truck each week
- Weekly live music from local artists
- Night...
- 6:00pm - 9:00pm
Presenting the artwork of Tim Rogerson and book signing of Margaret Kerry. Tim Rogerson is a Disney Fine Artist and Ringling College Alumnus. He is one of only several artists allowed to recreate iconic Disney Characters and scenes. Margaret will be sharing her amazing story of how Walt Disney...
- 11:00am - 8:00pm
Presenting the artwork of Tim Rogerson and book signing of Margaret Kerry. Tim Rogerson is a Disney Fine Artist and Ringling College Alumnus. He is one of only several artists allowed to recreate iconic Disney Characters and scenes. Margaret will be sharing her amazing story of how Walt Disney...
- 11:00am - 8:00pm
The Bruno Connection features three generations led by Joe Bruno, Sr. with Joe, Jr, bass and Nick Bruno, drums. The group plays favorites from the American Songbook and jazz standards. Joe Bruno Sr is a local area favorite and was a big band leader in Boston and Las Vegas. Concert from 2 - 4 pm...
- 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Join us at the Sarasota County Fairgrounds for Sarasota's longest running Circus Event! The 2021 Showfolks Holiday Circus Festival will feature FREE SHOWS, Animals, food, exhibits and market booths.
Fun for the entire family!...
- 2:00pm - 8:00pm
Enjoy timeless holiday favorites at the Historic Spanish Point campus. Carriage rides, yuletide readings by the Asolo Repertory Theatre, classic festive tunes, tasty treats, and much more throughout the weekend.
Free for Selby Gardens’ Members and included with General Admission...
- 10:00am - 5:00pm
Join us at the Sarasota County Fairgrounds for Sarasota's longest running Circus Event! The 2021 Showfolks Holiday Circus Festival will feature FREE SHOWS, Animals, food, exhibits and market booths.
Fun for the entire family!...
- 11:00am - 8:00pm
Presenting the artwork of Tim Rogerson and book signing of Margaret Kerry. Tim Rogerson is a Disney Fine Artist and Ringling College Alumnus. He is one of only several artists allowed to recreate iconic Disney Characters and scenes. Margaret will be sharing her amazing story of how Walt Disney...
- 11:00am - 8:00pm