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Your local guide to festivals, community events, and family-friendly happenings you'd otherwise miss.
Upcoming Events
Festivals, community happenings, and family-friendly events across the Sarasota area.
Fri, Mar 20 – Sun, Mar 22
Three days of live music at the Venice Airport — blues on Friday, rock on Saturday, reggae on Sunday. Add award-winning BBQ, food trucks, live muralists, and vendors to the mix. Benefits Coffee Talk Venice's homeless outreach.
Sat, Mar 21
Six acts of live country music on Dearborn Street in Englewood, running 10am to nearly 10pm. The Winters Brothers Band and Pure Country of SWFL anchor the back half, with line dancing, food trucks, and full bars all day. Proceeds benefit the Lemon Bay Sunrise Rotary.
Sat, Mar 21
A community walk supporting the National MS Society's mission to end multiple sclerosis. Walk solo or form a team — all fundraising levels welcome.
Sat, Mar 21
The 4th annual race through Downtown Wellen Park—flat, paved, and USATF-certified. Choose 5K or half marathon, then stick around for the post-race awards. A portion of proceeds benefits Big Brothers Big Sisters of the Suncoast.
Sat, Mar 21
Wines from around the world, live music, food trucks, and expert tasting seminars — all in downtown Sarasota. Proceeds benefit Operation Warrior Resolution, a local veteran wellness nonprofit.
Sat, Mar 21
A full afternoon of live music, local eats from 30+ vendors, and a seriously deep craft beer lineup. Family-friendly with proceeds going to Sertoma Kids.
Things to Do
Recurring markets, outdoor activities, and community favorites — organized by day.
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