Florida's Cultural Coast

World-class visual and performing arts events and venues

The arts just come naturally in Sarasota. Is it the crystal-blue waters or the warm, balmy air that artists and performers find so inspirational? Who knows for sure. But you will find it every night and day in our performance halls, theaters, opera house and galleries.

Start here to discover why we’re known as Florida’s Cultural Coast®.

Behind the Masterpiece

on Florida's Cultural Coast Podcast

Listen every week as Visit Sarasota’s own arts & culture podcast brings you behind-the-scenes stories from our stages and studios.

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Latest Episode

September 16, 2025

00:31:20

Inside “The Hat”: How the Historic Asolo Theater Shapes Sarasota’s Art Scene with Elizabeth Doud

Historic Asolo Theater

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See Why Sarasota County is Considered Florida's Cultural Coast®

Sarasota is known as Florida’s Cultural Coast® for its abundance of arts and artists thriving in a lively coastal haven. Learn more about the stunning, professional performances this destination has to offer. 13 stages within a one-mile radius of downtown, the nation's second-largest community theatre and more mean you'll never have a dull evening in #MySarasota!

Why Artists Love Sarasota, Florida

Sarasota County is known as Florida’s Cultural Coast® for its abundance of arts and artists thriving in a lively coastal haven. Learn more about the stunning, professional performances this destination has to offer. 13 stages within a one-mile radius of downtown, the nation's second-largest community theatre and more mean you'll never have a dull evening in #MySarasota!