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You might know Sarasota County as a vacation destination, but did you know it’s also a great meeting location? When you choose to hold your conference here, you can expect your attendees to enjoy an easy trip here and beautiful weather and fun activities once they’ve arrived. And you’ll have...
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Earning the nickname Florida’s Cultural Coast®, Sarasota has a rich artistic history and present-day scene. When you hold your next meeting or event here, you can incorporate this creativity, perhaps inspiring your attendees to use their imagination. Several cultural venues, including the Sarasota Museum of Art and the historic Sarasota...
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It’s not uncommon for people to return from a conference and say they never left their hotel. When you plan a meeting or event in Sarasota, you’ll hear a different story from your attendees. Many of our popular downtown hotels are within walking distance of restaurants and other attractions and...
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Earn Incentive Funds on Your Next Sarasota Meeting Plan your next meeting, conference, or event in Sarasota County and take advantage of an exclusive incentive! Visit Sarasota offers groups $5 back on actualized total room night revenue when you book at one of our partner hotels. This rebate is applied...
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Want to get a sneak peek without leaving your home office? Step inside with a 360 tour. If you're considering Sarasota for a meeting, incentive trip or sporting event, take a virtual tour of select properties and venues to get an idea of some local hot spots—including hotels, sports facilities...
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Sarasota County has won a number of accolades for its places to stay, play, and dine over the years. Below are a few examples of the recognitions we are proud to have earned. 2025 10 Best Wine Festivals in the US, USA Today - Forks & Corks Food and Wine...
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Stretching nearly 40 miles, Sarasota’s shoreline is dotted with luxurious resorts, stylish hotels and beach condos offering views of Florida’s sparkling turquoise waters. Craving a front-row seat to the shimmering Gulf Coast? Want to wake up to the gentle lap of waves washing up on the sand? Sarasota-area islands deliver...
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With its blend of coastal flavors and global cuisines, the Sarasota region is becoming a must-visit destination for both avid foodies and casual diners. Sarasota County's dining is a vibrant medley of cultural heritage, diversity and a deep appreciation for fresh, local ingredients. While bigger Florida cities might get the...
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From autumn festivals to trick-or-treat trails, Sarasota County offers a frightfully fun lineup of family-friendly fall and Halloween events. Planning a fa- boo-lous family weekend in Sarasota County for a howling Halloween holiday? There’s no shortage of community trick-or-treating events for the kids, eerie-sistible haunted trails, pumpkin patches and carnivals...
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Check out some of the best events for adults in Sarasota this fall, such as Beer, Boats and Bacon, Ringling International Arts Festival and Jdub’s Brewing Oktoberfest. Fall is in the air in Sarasota, and beyond the faint scent of salty sea breezes and pumpkin spice pancakes linger the distinct...