2026

Two returning events and two first-time competitions highlight February’s sports calendar, spanning BMX racing, beach competition, rowing and bridge.

From February 7-21, Sarasota County will host four major sports events across multiple county locations. Hosted in partnership with Visit Sarasota County, the official tourism marketing entity and primary provider of visitor information for Sarasota County, thousands of participants and spectators will visit the region. 

Touring actors, authors, musicians and acclaimed creatives make Sarasota County a seasonal stage for big moments.

Each season, Sarasota County's artist population heightens with renowned names arriving from across the globe to take the stage here.

Through digital content, mobile passes, and media pitches, the tourism bureau is highlighting neighborhoods, institutions, and landmarks reaching 100 years countywide

Sarasota County’s sporting calendar brings athletic competition and community spirit to life year-round.

From highland athletes to paddle crews, pro golfers to clay-court contenders, Sarasota County’s 2026 sports calendar is stacked with premier competitions, community classics and fan-friendly experiences worth planning a trip around.

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. 

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More than a stop on the map, North Port is a city of small discoveries and everyday adventures—where outdoor escapes, sporting games and community energy come together.

North Port is currently the fastest-growing city in Sarasota County.

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.