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Traveling with the whole family? Here are a few of our favorite places with a little bit for the parents, a little bit for the kids and a whole lot of happiness for everyone else. From circus exhibits and canopy walks to hand-feeding stingrays and flamingos, Sarasota offers endless opportunities...
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If you’re looking for something hyper-local and special this spring, find an entire lineup of themed events and festivals on the calendar. Spring on Florida’s Cultural Coast® brings warm sunshine, blooming landscapes and a packed calendar of festivals and happenings across Sarasota County. From outdoor concerts and art festivals to...
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On Florida’s Cultural Coast®, summer sets the stage for kids to play, perform and expand. In Sarasota, summer isn’t just about beach days and sunshine (though there’s plenty of both). It’s also a season where creativity comes alive—on stage, in studios and even high above the ground under the big...
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Sarasota's restaurant week, Savor Sarasota, is back for its 21st flavor-packed year. Join us in raising a glass to 21 years of flavor and fun, starting June 1st through the 14th! Savor Sarasota invites you to explore the diverse landscape of our local dining scene with chef-curated menus and delicious...
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Find the perfect spot and explore the destination with this Sarasota County Neighborhood Guide Finding the right neighborhood is daunting, we know. When relocating to Sarasota County, you’ll be armed with your own unique checklist. Are you looking for the best schools? Proximity to the beach? Walkability to shops and...
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Whether you want to mingle with the locals and chit-chat the day away or keep to yourself and take a break from the world, there’s a great way to spend a day – or days - alone in Sarasota. Sometimes we travel alone, be it for work or for fun...
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Browse local boutiques in these strollable shopping districts. Here in Sarasota County, charming main streets and charming, off-the-beaten-path avenues offer a more laid-back shopping experience. Explore these inviting small business spots – and support local businesses as you do. Burns Court, Sarasota Amid the sparkling high-rises of Downtown Sarasota, the...
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Sarasota County is home to a lot of ecosystems and habitats. Learn about the different parks that feature some family-friendly fun no matter what season! Experience natural Florida habitats such as scrub, oak and pine flatwoods, mangrove islands, and estuarine rivers in Sarasota County’s Osprey, Nokomis, Venice and Englewood. Historic...