2025

On Saturday, December 13, the College Swimming and Diving Coaches Association of America (CSCAA), in partnership with

Plan your trip to Venice, Florida, for a year-long party honoring a century of charm, community and Gulf Coast history.

Venice, Florida, is stepping into its next century. As the city marks its 100th anniversary, residents and visitors are invited to celebrate the history, architecture, culture and spirit that make this quaint Gulf-side city one of Sarasota County’s most timeless gems. 

Buildings and businesses across Sarasota County celebrate a century of being.

From art hubs to iconic buildings to cultural cornerstones and a golf club, these centennials give residents and visitors alike a golden opportunity to reflect, celebrate and reconnect with what makes Florida's Cultural Coast® unique.

More than a season—a living legacy of dance, creativity and connection

When the curtain rises on The Sarasota Ballet’s stage, audiences are transported—lifted by the grace, precision and emotion that define one of America’s most distinctive ballet companies. Yet what unfolds under the lights is only part of the story.

A hidden haven awaits on Sarasota’s City Island.

Save Our Seabirds offers an unforgettable experience for families, bird lovers and curious travelers alike. Wander the shaded Bird Walk, where parrots chatter and dance for fun, sandhill cranes lift their booming calls into the air and owls peer from their perches with quiet curiosity.

In the heart of downtown Sarasota, Urbanite Theatre delivers contemporary productions in an intimate black-box setting, spotlighting stories that challenge and inspire you.

Since its founding in 2015, Urbanite Theatre has become one of Sarasota’s most daring and dynamic cultural voices. With only 65 seats, this small but mighty company delivers big impact—creating visceral, shared experiences that challenge assumptions, provoke conversation and connect communities.

Tourism bureau’s Haley Hall of Fame Awards will announce finalists for seven prestigious awards on Nov. 18

Jess Bertolini will serve as Director of Web & Digital Engagement and Olivia Turpening as Community Relations Manager