Events in the Sarasota, Siesta Key, Venice Area.

A complete list of upcoming events. We make every effort to ensure the accuracy of this information. However, you should always call ahead or contact the hosting organization or location to confirm dates, times, location, and other information.

A Tropical Holiday Celebration at Selby Botanical Gardens downtown Sarasota campus. More than two million lights illuminate the gardens, and walkways are transformed into sensory light tunnels. Visitors will have the opportunity to stroll through magical gardens filled with beautifully lit flowers, radiant rainforest butterflies, dragonflies, and more. Activities, entertainment, [...]   Read More


Bring your drums and your rhythm, and enjoy the sunset and this community drum circle with an eclectic crowd of participants, spectators, and belly dancing. This free event takes place every Sunday usually about an hour before sunset. Located south of the main pavilion on Siesta Beach, on Siesta Key.   Read More


Offering local and organic fresh produce, prepared foods, and artisan crafts Every Sunday rain or shine year-round in the parking lot of Siesta Key Village Plaza. Visit website for additional information.   Read More


Exhilarating Polo Matches every Sunday afternoon December 21, 2025 thru April 12, 2026 at 1 p.m. Tailgating, half-time entertainment, divot stomping and pet-friendly (dogs must be on a leash). Gates open at 10 a.m. Sunday. Call or visit website for tickets and additional information. Check Facebook page for status of play [...]   Read More


Free family fun event featuring Miami Klezmer Band, live appearance by Judah the Maccabbee and local dignitaries, lighting of the 16-foot Menorah, catch and collect chocolate coins dropped by firefighters from 25 feet up in the air, performance by the Chabad Hebrew School students, an array of kids Chanukah activities, [...]   Read More


A Tropical Holiday Celebration at Selby Botanical Gardens downtown Sarasota campus. More than two million lights illuminate the gardens, and walkways are transformed into sensory light tunnels. Visitors will have the opportunity to stroll through magical gardens filled with beautifully lit flowers, radiant rainforest butterflies, dragonflies, and more. Activities, entertainment, [...]   Read More


A Tropical Holiday Celebration at Selby Botanical Gardens downtown Sarasota campus. More than two million lights illuminate the gardens, and walkways are transformed into sensory light tunnels. Visitors will have the opportunity to stroll through magical gardens filled with beautifully lit flowers, radiant rainforest butterflies, dragonflies, and more. Activities, entertainment, [...]   Read More


Tour the outdoor museum and amphitheater featuring 5 large public works of art by nationally known artists and a granite map showing the global outreach of the US military. Documentary photography tells stories with the themes of service, patriotism, and freedom. Tours are offered each week (except holidays) on Tuesdays at [...]   Read More


A Tropical Holiday Celebration at Selby Botanical Gardens downtown Sarasota campus. More than two million lights illuminate the gardens, and walkways are transformed into sensory light tunnels. Visitors will have the opportunity to stroll through magical gardens filled with beautifully lit flowers, radiant rainforest butterflies, dragonflies, and more. Activities, entertainment, [...]   Read More


Free sunset celebration event takes place year-round at the main beach area of Nokomis Public Beach on Casey Key each Saturday and Wednesday evening, approximately 2 hours before sunset. Celebrate life, relax, and encounter rhythmic beats, dancing, hoopers, spinners, and a spectacular sunset.   Read More


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