Blood Jam is an annual 2 Day Music Festival, Haunted House and Blood Drive that benefits the community. DJs from the area will be playing hot dance music all night long mixing a blend of Hip Hop, Rap and Electronic Dance Music. Follow the link for more information on this event or to order tickets.
Artisans from around the country will display their works at the University Town Center. A variety of disciplines will be on display and there will be a separate crafts festival as well. Admission is free. 140 University Town Center, Sarasota, FL
Bill's Beer Run is the annual fundraiser for the Manasota Track Club. In its 30th year, proceeds help fund college scholarships and youth running programs. Since the inception of the program more than $100,000 has been awarded to area students. In 2018, Bill’s Beer Run generated more than $28,000 in proceeds for the MTC. North Jetty Park, Casey Key, FL. Follow the link for more information.
The 27th Annual Hunsader Farms Pumpkin Festival is a local tradition that offer everything you would expect from a pumpkin festival and more. Admission is $10, with kids under 10 free. Hunsader Farms is located on County Road 675, 10 miles East of I-75 between State Roads 64 & 70.
The 30th Annual Fruitville Grove Pumpkin Fest has fun for the whole family. Live music, hay rides, games and a petting zoo are just some of the fun things offered. Free admission and parking. 7410 Fruitville Rd., Sarasota, FL
A family friendly event with games and fun amongst the beautiful grounds of Selby Gardens. Regular admission is $20 for adults; kids 4-17 $10; kids under 4 free; Members are free; guests of Members $10. Selby Gardens, 900 S. Palm Avenue, Sarasota, FL.
Featuring everything you would expect at a farmer's market, Phillipe Farmhouse Market feaures locally grown fruits, vegetables, plant and flowers. There are also baked goods, arts and crafts, as well as food and beverages to be taken home or enjoyed on site. Close to the south bridge to Siesta Key, this is a great opportunity to get organic foods and herbs for your stay on the Key. 5500 S. Tamiami Trail, Sarasota. Free admission.
3:00 pm: Safe Treats Halloween at Siesta Key Village
October 31, 2018 –
Participating restaurants and businesses will fly orange and black balloons and pumpkin flyers to let little halloweeners know that it's safe to stop by for a treat. Siesta Key Village, Siesta Key, FL.
Trick or treat around St. Armand's Circle, but watch out for the ghouls and goblins lurking in the wings. Admission is free. St. Armand's Circle, Sarasota, FL.
Enjoy live music at Ringling's Museum of Art Courtyard with a variety of local and regional music acts. Select museums will also be open for viewing until 11pm. Admission is $15; admission is free for Members and Students with a valid school ID and to people who have purchased an "Art after 5" admission. Ringling Museum of Art, 5401 Bay Shore Road Sarasota, FL. 941-360-7399.
Boats, accessories and fishing gear are just some of the things you will find at the Sarasota Boat Expo. Admission is $5 with kids under 12 free. Robarts Arena, Sarasota Fairgrounds, 3000 Ringling Blvd., Sarasota FL.
The 17th Annual Ferrari's at St. Armand's Circle will include dozens of early and late model Ferrari's parked in and around Circle Park competing for prizes. Admission is free.
Boats, accessories and fishing gear are just some of the things you will find at the Sarasota Boat Expo. Admission is $5 with kids under 12 free. Robarts Arena, Sarasota Fairgrounds, 3000 Ringling Blvd., Sarasota FL.
Live the majesty and madness of knights, jesters, minstrels, belly dancers, wenches, and sword swingers! Watch the full contact joust and human combat chess tournaments! Ride rides and play games. Feast on turkey legs and hearty ales from the English pubs. Enjoy Celtic music and the new artisan marketplace with over 100 shops, food, and snack booths. Plus, step into the adventure with this year’s Norse Vikings scenario! Tickets are $17.95 for Adults; $15.95 for students; $8.95 for children 5-12 and children 4 and under are free. Follow the link for additional information. Sarasota Fairgrounds, 3000 Ringling Blvd., Sarasota, FL.
Boats, accessories and fishing gear are just some of the things you will find at the Sarasota Boat Expo. Admission is $5 with kids under 12 free. Robarts Arena, Sarasota Fairgrounds, 3000 Ringling Blvd., Sarasota FL.
Live the majesty and madness of knights, jesters, minstrels, belly dancers, wenches, and sword swingers! Watch the full contact joust and human combat chess tournaments! Ride rides and play games. Feast on turkey legs and hearty ales from the English pubs. Enjoy Celtic music and the new artisan marketplace with over 100 shops, food, and snack booths. Plus, step into the adventure with this year’s Norse Vikings scenario! Tickets are $17.95 for Adults; $15.95 for students; $8.95 for children 5-12 and children 4 and under are free. Follow the link for additional information. Sarasota Fairgrounds, 3000 Ringling Blvd., Sarasota, FL.
Featuring everything you would expect at a farmer's market, Phillipe Farmhouse Market feaures locally grown fruits, vegetables, plant and flowers. There are also baked goods, arts and crafts, as well as food and beverages to be taken home or enjoyed on site. Close to the south bridge to Siesta Key, this is a great opportunity to get organic foods and herbs for your stay on the Key. 5500 S. Tamiami Trail, Sarasota. Free admission.
The 9th Annual Siesta Key Crystal Classic International Sand Sculpting Festival has rapidly become a must see for people staying in the Sarasota area. Master sand scuptures work in teams for some serious prize money and the results are amazing. Beyond the sand sculptures, there is live music, food and beverages and multiple vendors selling their wares. All this on the #1 beach in America, Siesta Key Public Beach! Tickets are $10 at the door or there are 4 day passes and advanced tickets on line at https://www.siestakeycrystalclassic.com/ .
Live the majesty and madness of knights, jesters, minstrels, belly dancers, wenches, and sword swingers! Watch the full contact joust and human combat chess tournaments! Ride rides and play games. Feast on turkey legs and hearty ales from the English pubs. Enjoy Celtic music and the new artisan marketplace with over 100 shops, food, and snack booths. Plus, step into the adventure with this year’s Norse Vikings scenario! Tickets are $17.95 for Adults; $15.95 for students; $8.95 for children 5-12 and children 4 and under are free. Follow the link for additional information. Sarasota Fairgrounds, 3000 Ringling Blvd., Sarasota, FL.
The 9th Annual Siesta Key Crystal Classic International Sand Sculpting Festival has rapidly become a must see for people staying in the Sarasota area. Master sand scuptures work in teams for some serious prize money and the results are amazing. Beyond the sand sculptures, there is live music, food and beverages and multiple vendors selling their wares. All this on the #1 beach in America, Siesta Key Public Beach! Tickets are $10 at the door or there are 4 day passes and advanced tickets on line at https://www.siestakeycrystalclassic.com/ .
In its 30th year, the St. Armand's Circle Fall Arts Festival features dozens of artists from around the world working in a myriad of disciplines. Admission is free.
In its 30th year, the St. Armand's Circle Fall Arts Festival features dozens of artists from around the world working in a myriad of disciplines. Admission is free.
Live the majesty and madness of knights, jesters, minstrels, belly dancers, wenches, and sword swingers! Watch the full contact joust and human combat chess tournaments! Ride rides and play games. Feast on turkey legs and hearty ales from the English pubs. Enjoy Celtic music and the new artisan marketplace with over 100 shops, food, and snack booths. Plus, step into the adventure with this year’s Norse Vikings scenario! Tickets are $17.95 for Adults; $15.95 for students; $8.95 for children 5-12 and children 4 and under are free. Follow the link for additional information. Sarasota Fairgrounds, 3000 Ringling Blvd., Sarasota, FL.
The 9th Annual Siesta Key Crystal Classic International Sand Sculpting Festival has rapidly become a must see for people staying in the Sarasota area. Master sand scuptures work in teams for some serious prize money and the results are amazing. Beyond the sand sculptures, there is live music, food and beverages and multiple vendors selling their wares. All this on the #1 beach in America, Siesta Key Public Beach! Tickets are $10 at the door or there are 4 day passes and advanced tickets on line at https://www.siestakeycrystalclassic.com/ .
The 9th Annual Siesta Key Crystal Classic International Sand Sculpting Festival has rapidly become a must see for people staying in the Sarasota area. Master sand scuptures work in teams for some serious prize money and the results are amazing. Beyond the sand sculptures, there is live music, food and beverages and multiple vendors selling their wares. All this on the #1 beach in America, Siesta Key Public Beach! Tickets are $10 at the door or there are 4 day passes and advanced tickets on line at https://www.siestakeycrystalclassic.com/ .
Featuring everything you would expect at a farmer's market, Phillipe Farmhouse Market feaures locally grown fruits, vegetables, plant and flowers. There are also baked goods, arts and crafts, as well as food and beverages to be taken home or enjoyed on site. Close to the south bridge to Siesta Key, this is a great opportunity to get organic foods and herbs for your stay on the Key. 5500 S. Tamiami Trail, Sarasota. Free admission.
Featuring a great lineup of nationally recognized blues artists, the Venice Blues Festival has quickly grown into a must see for local blues aficionados. See the link for more information and tickets. Maxine Barritt Park; 1800 Harbor Dr., S. Venice, FL.
Featuring a great lineup of nationally recognized blues artists, the Venice Blues Festival has quickly grown into a must see for local blues aficionados. See the link for more information and tickets. Maxine Barritt Park; 1800 Harbor Dr., S. Venice, FL.
9:00 am: Christmas in Pinecraft Arts & Crafts Festival
November 17-18, 2018 –
This is the 24th year that the Pinecraft area festival has offered local Amish and Mennonite artists and craftsman the opportunity to show and sell their wares. Admission is free.
Live the majesty and madness of knights, jesters, minstrels, belly dancers, wenches, and sword swingers! Watch the full contact joust and human combat chess tournaments! Ride rides and play games. Feast on turkey legs and hearty ales from the English pubs. Enjoy Celtic music and the new artisan marketplace with over 100 shops, food, and snack booths. Plus, step into the adventure with this year’s Norse Vikings scenario! Tickets are $17.95 for Adults; $15.95 for students; $8.95 for children 5-12 and children 4 and under are free. Follow the link for additional information. Sarasota Fairgrounds, 3000 Ringling Blvd., Sarasota, FL.
9:00 am: Christmas in Pinecraft Arts & Crafts Festival
November 17-18, 2018 –
This is the 24th year that the Pinecraft area festival has offered local Amish and Mennonite artists and craftsman the opportunity to show and sell their wares. Admission is free.
Featuring a great lineup of nationally recognized blues artists, the Venice Blues Festival has quickly grown into a must see for local blues aficionados. See the link for more information and tickets. Maxine Barritt Park; 1800 Harbor Dr., S. Venice, FL.
Live the majesty and madness of knights, jesters, minstrels, belly dancers, wenches, and sword swingers! Watch the full contact joust and human combat chess tournaments! Ride rides and play games. Feast on turkey legs and hearty ales from the English pubs. Enjoy Celtic music and the new artisan marketplace with over 100 shops, food, and snack booths. Plus, step into the adventure with this year’s Norse Vikings scenario! Tickets are $17.95 for Adults; $15.95 for students; $8.95 for children 5-12 and children 4 and under are free. Follow the link for additional information. Sarasota Fairgrounds, 3000 Ringling Blvd., Sarasota, FL.
What has quickly become a Siesta Key tradition, the Thanksgiving's Eve pub crawl attracts large crowds to the local bars and restaurants, which offer a variety of specials in celebration. 9am til close. Siesta Key Village, Ocean Blvd.
Featuring everything you would expect at a farmer's market, Phillipe Farmhouse Market feaures locally grown fruits, vegetables, plant and flowers. There are also baked goods, arts and crafts, as well as food and beverages to be taken home or enjoyed on site. Close to the south bridge to Siesta Key, this is a great opportunity to get organic foods and herbs for your stay on the Key. 5500 S. Tamiami Trail, Sarasota. Free admission.
5:30 pm: Light Up Siesta Key Village Holiday Parade
November 25, 2018 –
Santa is sure to there to witness the lighting of the the holiday tree and holiday parade. Enjoy the live music and food and beverages from local establishments as you get into the holiday spirit. Siesta Key Village, Ocean Blvd., Siesta Key, FL.
Featuring everything you would expect at a farmer's market, Phillipe Farmhouse Market feaures locally grown fruits, vegetables, plant and flowers. There are also baked goods, arts and crafts, as well as food and beverages to be taken home or enjoyed on site. Close to the south bridge to Siesta Key, this is a great opportunity to get organic foods and herbs for your stay on the Key. 5500 S. Tamiami Trail, Sarasota. Free admission.
Tour the grounds at the famous Ca' d'Zan dressed in all its holiday glory during these special extended hours. Admission is free for Members and $15 for the general public.
6:00 pm: Sarasota Christmas Tree Lighting Ceremony
November 30, 2018 –
Get your picture take with Santa while enjoying live music, food and beverages in beautiful downtown Sarasota. Admission is free. Five Points Park, N. Pineapple Ave., Sarasota, FL.
The Haven’s Jingle and Jog 5k Run/Walk is turning 21! From our humble beginnings in 1997 with a little over 200 runners, the Jingle & Jog 5k has been a festive marquee event in the Sarasota community for two decades. With over 6,500 finishers of the event, we want you to add your name to the list!
All funds raised by the event benefit the mission of The Haven, an established non-profit with a 64-year legacy of providing programs and services for children and adults with disabilities.
Sanctioned by the Manasota Track Club, this family-friendly road race is for every athlete and fitness goal. Starting at The Haven’s beautiful campus nestled on 32-acres of lush Florida scenery; participants will experience a smooth course under the canopy of established oak trees. Follow the link for more information or to register.
Enjoy a variety of fresh seafood and other delicacies prepared by local restaurants while hanging out at the #1 beach in America while listening to great live music. Sound too good to be true? Not at the 3rd Annual Siesta Beach Seafood and Music Festival, where you can have your seafood and music and eat it too. Admission is free. Esplanade at Siesta Beach, Siesta Key, FL.
A Sarasota tradition, the Sarasota Holiday Parade has floats and marching bands and a special visit from Santa Claus. Hosted along Main St. in downtown Sarasota, visitors will be treated to a great parade and food and beverages that are easily accessible from the local restaurants and bars along the route.
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