January

Whether new movie releases, childhood favorites or cult classics, there are a number of outdoor movie venues to enjoy the nights of Sarasota.

Old-school drive-in movies may be a thing of the past, but luckily, Sarasota hasn't given up the big screen outside a movie theater quite yet. There are opportunities to get the family and friends together on lawn chairs or blankets and enjoy some famous titles from Hollywood. From the ballpark stadium to beautiful park settings and beer gardens, have a look at the outdoor movie venues in the area to catch a flick once the sun goes down.

Year-round Florida home of the Baltimore Orioles.

As Sarasota’s first professional sports club, Paradise games are a chance to feel the energy of a growing fanbase cheering on a team on the rise.

Soccer fans in Sarasota County have plenty to celebrate this year: Sarasota Paradise is officially stepping up to the professional ranks as a

Whether you’re competing in the show ring or spectating from the sidelines, explore these top-rated horse show facilities in Sarasota.

Expert equestrians and horse lovers flock to Sarasota for its nationally recognized show facilities, which host events such as Grand Prix show jumping, dressage, polo and carriage driving.

Venice, Florida is one of Coastal Living's Top 10 "America's Happiest Seaside Towns" for 2015.

Why Venice deserves to be the "Happiest Town in America"

There are many good reasons Venice is named one of Coastal Living's Happiest Seaside Towns. This island town in southern Sarasota is where seaside vistas and charmed living meet.  The town's Venice Avenue offers the chance for boutique shopping and dining before meandering through stately 1920's homes that lead straight to the Gulf of Mexico.  

Love to read on vacation? Then check out our catalogue of bookstores, poetry readings and places for young readers.

Word on the street is that Sarasota is the place to be for bookworms of all ages, spoken word poets, and other literary-minded folks.  

Whether your love of the written word has you seeking out the perfect local book nook, a reading club filled with lively book discussions, story time for the whole family, or the perfect setting to enjoy a poetry reading or even perform your own work—we have 'the read' on Sarasota's literary scene.

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 orchids. Find the perfect gift in one of the most renowned shopping areas in the world. Paddle through lush tropical forests. Listen to a full orchestra ensemble.

How to play it safe when you visit Sarasota Couny's various beaches

Sarasota County’s beautiful beaches bring lots of visitors to our shores. To help ensure that you stay safe while having fun in the sun, here are some important rules and recommendations to follow for a restful and relaxing beach day.

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