2022

In addition to its world-renowned shopping, dining, and beaches, modern St. Armands Circle is home to the Circus Ring of Fame

One century ago, the circus reigned supreme as the pinnacle of popular entertainment in the United States. Beginning in the 1880s and continuing well into the post-war midcentury, exquisite, caravans of colorful wagons carried "The Greatest Show on Earth" from coast-to-coast.

Here’s how to spend an entire day – morning ‘til night – in the hip and growing neighborhood on the fringes of downtown Sarasota.

Few neighborhoods in Sarasota have seen a rapid overhaul the likes of the Rosemary District. Once a small, quiet offshoot of downtown, the Rosemary District has seen huge growth of new businesses, new public art, revitalized parks, and infrastructural updates over the past 10 years—bringing in a vibrant food, arts, and social scene with plenty of selections for everyone’s preferences.

Authentic food and tradition of Eastern European cultures that have become prevalent in Sarasota County’s southern City of North Port.

North Port, in Southeast Sarasota County, is a short 30-minute drive from Sarasota.  A little-known fact is that it is considered the hub of the Ukrainian community in Southwest Florida. European accents and languages can be heard everywhere -- in restaurants, shops and markets - it’s a microcosm of Eastern Europe. Here you’ll likely meet Ukrainians, Russians, Serbians and Poles – to name a few.

So, why North Port?

CoolToday Park in the southern Sarasota County is done and ready for the latest Major League Baseball franchise to come to Southwest Florida: the Atlanta Braves.

The current crown jewel of Wellen Park Florida – the massive master-planned community between Venice and North Port – is CoolToday Park; the new spring training home of the Atlanta Braves.

See this small beach community’s big heart at the beloved, annual Englewood Pioneer Days 

That sense of small-town community is where the Englewood Pioneer Days Parade Committee thrives. They love their town, they love its history, and they believe in preserving and protecting its legacy.

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, theaters and parks.

Discover public art murals featuring local artists

As you explore the streets of Sarasota County, you cannot help but feel you are surrounded by art. Art helps us share our thoughts, ideas and visions that we may not be able to articulate with words. When you look at a mural, you are looking at art. You are actively listening to the message of that artist, their dreams, and how they see the world.

Find the perfect spot and explore the destination with this Sarasota County Neighborhood Guide

Finding the right neighborhood for you can be a daunting task. When you relocate to Sarasota County, you might ask yourself what is important. Is it school district? Proximity to beach? Walkability to shops and restaurants? Quiet surroundings with plenty of space?

Browse local boutiques in these strollable shopping districts.

Here in Sarasota County, charming main streets and charming, off-the-beaten-path avenues offer a more laid-back shopping experience. Explore these inviting small business spots – and support local businesses as you do.