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Beat the big beach crowds and find more hushed hideaways for sunset happy hour While Siesta Key and Lido Key public beaches boast some of the best settings for sunset hour, they also bring in the biggest crowds—especially during the popular Siesta Key Drum Circle event on Sunday evenings. For...
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Presented by Alpha Law Group, this global event unites cancer survivors worldwide. Nathan Benderson Park (NBP), in partnership with Linked in Pinks, will host its first annual "Unleash the Dragons" leadership camp and dragon boat racing event from January 22-25, 2025. Presented by Alpha Law Group, this international event will...
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If you are into the bars, pubs and little-known restaurants, you'll love these secret spots in Sarasota County. In Sarasota County, we cheers to our wonderfully weird, off-the-beaten-track bars, and pubs. We revel in its character: the hip-hop hookah bar, a craft beer bar disguised in a fade white house...
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No matter what your distraction from the shoreline, the Sarasota area has a multitude of activities beyond the beach. There's far more to Sarasota than white sandy beaches. Stroll through an art museum where the Venetian-style architecture is as much an art form as the masterpieces within. Gaze upon exotic...
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Don't miss your favorite sports teams play or tournament unfold while you're on vacation, or out on-the-town for business, by always having these game-watching hotspots in Sarasota in your back pocket. Whether an out-of-state sports fan or local fan, there's no reason to miss a can't-miss football game, highly anticipated...
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Looking for something unique to stuff those stockings? Check out Sarasota’s one-of-a-kind markets for vintage clothing, jewelry and home décor. No sooner has the table been cleared of Thanksgiving dinner and the leftovers shuffled into tupperware containers when Black Friday deals beckon and the holiday shopping season goes full throttle...
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See what catches your eye while exploring Sarasota County’s shopping scene Looking to give your credit card a workout? There are plenty of places in Sarasota County where you can browse and buy everything from high-end handbags to beachy souvenirs. Burns Court Burns Court is an enclave of historic, 1920s-era...
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Nine hyper-local shopping districts (with dining options, too!) to support Small Business Saturday this November. We've all heard of Black Friday and even Amazon Prime Day these days. We're well aware of the fantastic shopping deals they provide and one-day-only sale prices. However, in between those two days is another...
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Sarasota County is a growing destination for professional, amateur and recreational sports. Enjoy year-round, sunny skies, world-class facilities and a wide array of amenities. Famous for our sandy-white beaches, spectacular weather and a community rich in art and culture, that's not all Sarasota has to offer. If you're a traveling...
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Turn hours of fun at a Baltimore Orioles Spring Training game into a full day of activities at these nearby restaurants and attractions. Let’s play ball! It’s Spring Training time again, which means the Baltimore Orioles are back at Ed Smith Stadium and ready to knock it out of the...