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Visit Sarasota County’s sports tourism efforts earn distinction, Partnership Director named Member of the Year by the Florida Public Relations Association
August
Through spring and summer, tourism marketing guided potential visitors to a chamber-curated selection of local recommendations
The tourism bureau also took home accolades in Crisis Communications and Special Events, with one team member earning the inaugural Young Professional of the Year
The Kidd Kraddick Morning Show broadcasted LIVE from the Cirque St. Armands Beachside and gave listeners a chance to win a Sarasota dream vacation
Step into the studios, stages and soundscapes of Sarasota’s inspiring artists and performers—each helping shape Florida’s Cultural Coast® with passion and purpose.
Behind Sarasota's cultural vibrancy are the inspiring artists, curators, musicians and performers who make it all happen. Whether they were born here or drawn here, this community is filled with virtuosos working in every medium imaginable.
Sarasota’s speakeasies are more than just hidden haunts—they’re hideaways that invite you to step off the beaten path and into a world of craft cocktails, unique atmospheres and unique experiences.
Sarasota, with its sun-drenched beaches and laid-back vibe, may seem like the perfect place for an afternoon cocktail in a breezy, open-air bar by the beach. But beneath the surface, this Gulf Coast metropolis holds a secret: a collection of hidden, or speakeasy-style, bars that are as elusive as they are enchanting.
A deep dive into the shallow waters and changing tides of Sarasota's sneaky sandbars dotting the coastline.
For those keen to explore Florida's Gulf Coast beauty from the deck of a boat or anchored ashore a remote (albeit, temporary) island, Sarasota’s sandbars offer an experience beyond the 40 miles of coastline.
For the third consecutive year, Sarasota County has been awarded a Trazee Award for favorite beach town in Florida (west). Created by the team at FXExpress Publications, Inc. and Global Traveler, trazeetravel.com has been announcing their annual winners for ten years. The website offers travel information on a global scale specifically targeted toward those traveling under the age of 40.
Sunshine seekers and cardio enthusiasts will find fitness and community while crossing the finish line.
Picture this: you, your running shoes and the Florida sun. Sarasota's year-round tropical playground is the perfect spot to break a sweat while soaking up good vibes and catching a runner’s high. The city's run clubs and marathon scene are all about good times, great company and a healthy dose of vitamin D, so toss on your workout gear, lace up your sneakers and hit the streets.