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The Sarasota Water Lantern Festival is bringing people together for a celebration of light and community! This unforgettable evening will be filled with tasty food trucks, fun music, activities, and thousands of lanterns lighting up the night with love, hope, and happiness. The event is taking place on October 25th...

Family Saturdays are free, drop-in art experiences held every Saturday from 12–3 PM. Designed for kids and grown-ups to enjoy together, each session offers a fresh, hands-on project led by teaching artists—drawing inspiration from artists, exhibitions, and cultural traditions. No experience needed, just bring your imagination! RSVP on our website...

Behind the Curtain: Exploring the Van Wezel from the Art to the Stage Van Wezel Performing Arts Hall, 777 N. Tamiami Trail, Sarasota, FL 34236 2025: September 22, October 20, November 17, December 8 2026: January 12, February 9, March 9, April 13, May 18 1:30-3:00 p.m. The paintings and...

A celebration of dance with The Sarasota Ballet Studio Company Showcasing a mix of traditional ballet and contemporary dance, this unique performance is a must for dance lovers. This is a special opportunity to see the talented dancers from The Sarasota Ballet Studio Company and students from The Margaret Barbieri...

Since bursting onto the scene just three years ago, Fleetwood Gold has been setting stages ablaze, gathering a legion of devoted fans along the way. With over 20,000 social media followers and counting, this tribute act is more than a show, it is an experience. From Performing Arts Centers to...

Local LGBTQ+ advocacy nonprofit Project Pride SRQ invites the community to the vibrant Rosemary District in downtown Sarasota for the Gulfcoast Pride Festival, which takes place on Saturday, October 25 from noon-5 p.m. This event is free and all ages are welcome. The festival will feature: a street fair comprising...

Discover Ikebana: The Art of Japanese Flower Arrangement This fall, experience the meditative beauty of Ikebana in a two-part beginner workshop series at Carpenter Studio, presented with Red Seed Studios. Certified Sogetsu teacher and wellness coach Leslie Wier will guide participants through the history, philosophy, and hands-on practice of this...

Ikebana for the Holidays – Part 2 This second session of the Ikebana workshop series is designed to bring the beauty and mindfulness of Japanese flower arranging into the holiday season. While still beginner-friendly, Part 2 goes deeper into the history and philosophy of Ikebana, exploring how this timeless art...

Presented by Veteran Air, join us for a spooktacular evening of family-friendly Halloween fun! Children are invited to trick-or-treat along a festive street filled with local vendor booths and merchants handing out sweet treats, don’t forget your costume and trick-or-treat tote! The fun continues in the Kids’ Zone, sponsored by...