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Enjoy a parade of boats beautifully decorated for the holidays on Sarasota Bay. This annual event is presented by Suncoast Charities for Children and Marina Jack. Admission is free. The boat parade begins around 6 p.m. from City Island. Best viewing City Island and Bayfront Park/Marina Jack's downtown Sarasota. Read More
Enjoy the colorful annual Marine Industries Association from the Naples City Dock (ticketed) as well as waterfront restaurants including The Boat House on Naples Bay, Riverwalk and Pinchers at Tin City, and Kelly’s Fish House at Port O’Call Marina, and Bayview Park. For additional information call or visit website. Read More
Parade begins at the corner of Balfour Drive and San Marco Road and ends at San Marco Road and Barfield Drive, Marco Island. For additional information call or visit website. Read More
The Sarasota Half Marathon & 5k run in Sarasota, Florida at Nathan Benderson Park and experience one of the most picturesque and challenging runs in the state. The course takes you through the beautiful Nathan Benderson Park, an award-winning park that features a 400-acre lake, and a world-class rowing facility. [...] Read More
Free Second Sundays @SAM is a free monthly event series presented at Sarasota Art Museum, providing greater access to the arts for Sarasota community members and their families. Visitors enjoy free admission and access to all exhibitions and additional programming. Call or visit website for additional information. Read More
Thousands of lights transform Naples Botanical Gardens into a unique winter wonderland in this ever-changing annual display. See plants of the tropics and subtropics in an entirely new way, enjoy musical performances, and savor special fare from the Garden’s Fogg Café. Johnsonville Night Lights in the Garden November 27 – [...] Read More
The Shellcrafters shell crafting class is free (participants purchase supplies from $5 to $10). Other beautiful items for sale. Purchases support the operations of the non-profit historical Community House. Visit website for additional information. Read More
Thousands of lights transform Naples Botanical Gardens into a unique winter wonderland in this ever-changing annual display. See plants of the tropics and subtropics in an entirely new way, enjoy musical performances, and savor special fare from the Garden’s Fogg Café. Johnsonville Night Lights in the Garden November 27 – [...] Read More
Concert featuring Naples Big Band at Cambier Park Bandshell. A donation of $5 per person is suggested. Guests are encouraged to arrive early. Bring a blanket or lawn chair. Restrooms available. Call or visit website for additional information. Read More
Join the Naples Historical Society as they celebrate the holidays at Naples’ oldest house with tours, special lights and period relevant decorations in the house and Norris Gardens. Reservations are recommended. Tours are offeredTuesday - Saturday 12- 4 p.m. and Thursday, Friday, and Saturday 4-7 p.m. Visit website for additional [...] Read More
