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A hidden haven for wild bird species awaits on Sarasota’s City Island. Save Our Seabirds offers an unforgettable experience for families, bird lovers and curious travelers alike. Wander the shaded Bird Walk, where parrots chatter and dance for fun, sandhill cranes lift their booming calls into the air and owls...
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More than a season—a living legacy of dance, creativity and connection When the curtain rises on The Sarasota Ballet’s stage, audiences are transported—lifted by the grace, precision and emotion that define one of America’s most distinctive ballet companies. Yet what unfolds under the lights is only part of the story...
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It's time to once again cheer on your favorite baseball teams in Sarasota and North Port, with another exciting spring training season on the horizon. Schedules for the 2026 season at Ed Smith Stadium, the spring training home of the Baltimore Orioles, and CoolToday Park, the training grounds of the...
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Try an out-of-the-box way to spend a day during your stay with these ticketed experiences in Sarasota County. Tickets mean there is something fun on the horizon to look forward to! Whether I buy them for myself or if they are a gift, tickets bring a smile to my face...
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Get some old-school kitchen advice from one of the hearty, home-cooking hubs in Sarasota's charming Amish and Mennonite community Pinecraft When it comes to infusing Thanksgiving and the winter holidays with a sense of tradition and good, old-fashioned homemade cooking: Sarasota's Pinecraft Village has the expertise to share. We asked...
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Take a food break at some favorite local dining spots on the water with plenty of room to dock your vessel and chow down The greatest draw to enjoying a sunny vacation in beautiful Sarasota County is our endless coastline and proximity to the water. The best way to maximize...
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From citrus to cattle, a homegrown experience is easy to find right in Sarasota and DeSoto Counties Florida's Gulf Coast® is know for its beaches, but there's plenty of natural beauty being cultivated from our farms! Visit dozens of family-owned-and-operated properties for a tour, or sample their creations at one...
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Plan your trip to Venice, Florida, for a year-long party honoring a century of charm, community and Gulf Coast history. Venice, Florida, is stepping into its next century. As the city marks its 100th anniversary, residents and visitors are invited to celebrate the history, architecture, culture and spirit that make...
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Nestled along the Gulf Coast of Florida, southwest of Orlando, south of Tampa and north of Naples, Sarasota County boasts 40 miles of coastline and eight barrier islands. There are numerous beaches and state parks, two Audubon societies, the Legacy Trail, a world-renowned rowing facility, historic archeological sites and numerous...
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Step into Venice’s rich past with the free Venice Centennial Pass, your mobile guide to the city’s most iconic historic buildings, parks, and landmark sites. From the architecture to early city planning gems, this pass makes it easy to explore the places that shaped Venice over the last century. Signing...