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Expand your visual perspective and see how artists reimagine our beloved cityscapes with interactive 3D illusions, colorful flower tapestries, and chalk masterpieces at the Sarasota Chalk Festival. Renowned pavement artists from around the world gather every November in annual pilgrimage to Sarasota's International Chalk Festival – creating a "Museum in...

Visit Sarasota County Set for Half-Day Hospitality Summit

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Inaugural event will feature travel marketing insights, industry-leading speakers, and the tourism organization’s 2030 strategic plan Visit Sarasota County (VSC) invites local hospitality partners and business leaders to learn how to tap into the Suncoast’s thriving tourism economy at its inaugural Indicators & Insights Summit, scheduled for November 19, 2024...

Regional Tourism Leaders Partner to Promote Florida’s West Coast

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Visit Sarasota County and the Bradenton Area Convention & Visitors Bureau are investing $200,000 collectively to welcome visitors to our region amidst hurricane recovery Following a series of townhalls with hospitality partners and community stakeholders, Visit Sarasota County (VSC) has announced a joint $200,000 campaign with the Bradenton Area Convention...

Spring

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Sarasota blooms during the spring. Pleasant weather meets blossoming landscapes, a perfect blend for outdoor activities and sports, al fresco dining and open-air festivals. The beach is always in season in Sarasota, so why not swim, shell or simply suntan at Siesta Beach or Caspersen Beach in Venice? Hit the...

Carefully "Crafted" in Sarasota–Local Artisan Goods & Craft Provisions

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If you're looking to support local businesses in Sarasota, and perhaps take home a Sarasota souvenir, then look no further than our area's many local artisans. From honey and jewelry to candles and rum, have your pick of carefully crafted goods. You can find these local makers and creators via...

You're Invited: Sarasota's Exclusive Events & Galas

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Sarasota is a destination for gatherings that glisten with prestige and purpose. Events run the gamut from celebrating our world-renowned botanic gardens to experiencing a robust and full spectrum of the arts. Year-round guests flock in their season finery from all reaches of the world to join Sarasotans for a...

Sarasota Art Museum: Contemporary Art in a Historic Setting

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Sarasota boasts one towering, iconic landmark that delivers a fun and inspirational day of creative discovery: Sarasota Art Museum. As the area's only museum dedicated exclusively to contemporary art, Sarasota Art Museum (SAM) invites visitors to experience world-class exhibitions across all media, celebrating the art of our time. Housed within...

Out of the Water

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When not in the pool, here’s where a top swimmer likes to spend time outdoors in Sarasota County Sarasota native and champion swimmer Emma Weyant is, not surprisingly, often in the water. In the Sarasota area, that means doing laps at spots like the Selby Aquatic Center near Potter Park...

Sarasota County to Host Two Back-to-Back Paddleboard Tournaments at Nathan Benderson Park

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Two international paddleboard tournaments return to Nathan Benderson Park this holiday season, offering residents an opportunity to learn more about the growingly popular sport. From November 20th to December 2nd, two back-to-back paddleboard tournaments will take place at Nathan Benderson Park. The holiday series will begin with the 2024 ICF...