Browse upcoming events across the Sarasota area, from live music and festivals to art shows, performances, and family-friendly happenings.
Mon, Jun 1 - Sat, Jun 13
📍 Multiple Venues 🕐 See schedule 💵 $15+
Each June, world-renowned faculty artists and rising pre-professional musicians gather for two weeks of chamber music performances, masterclasses, and mentorship. The public concerts are the highlight — a rare chance to hear emerging classical talent performing alongside some of the world's top musicians in intimate settings around Sarasota.
Mon, Jun 1 - Sun, Jun 14
📍 50+ Restaurants 🕐 Lunch & Dinner 💵 $25-$45
Two weeks, dozens of restaurants, and one good excuse to eat out more than usual. The 21st annual Savor Sarasota Restaurant Week features chef-curated prix-fixe menus at $25 for lunch and $45 for dinner — covering everything from casual neighborhood spots to fine dining across the county.
Fri, Jun 12
📍 The Bay Park 🕐 7:30-9:00pm 🏷️ Free
Grab blankets and chairs for SpongeBob's underwater adventure under the stars! The Nest Café serves popcorn and drinks while families enjoy this colorful outdoor cinema experience at the waterfront park.
Fri, Jun 12 - Sat, Aug 8
📍 Historic Asolo Theater 🕐 Various showtimes 💵 $15-$20
The Circus Arts Conservatory and The Ringling partner up for the Summer Circus Spectacular, bringing a stacked lineup of international circus artists. Expect juggling, aerial acts, clowning, hand balancing, and duo trapeze from performers who've competed at Monte Carlo and appeared on America's Got Talent.
Sat, Jun 13 - Sun, Jun 14
📍 Bradenton Riverwalk 🕐 TBD 💵 $20-$550 (Free for spectators)
The 19th annual Fire Charity Fishing Tournament takes over the Bradenton Riverwalk for a free, family-friendly weekend benefiting first responder causes, youth camps, and firefighter scholarships. Fish the tournament across multiple divisions or just come out for live music, food, and the festival atmosphere.
Sun, Jun 14
📍 Selby Gardens 🕐 1-3pm 💵 $0-$28
The Garden Music Series closes out its season with an afternoon of jazz at Selby Gardens, featuring Brenda Watty, Suzanne Lucas, and the James Jones Quartet. A fitting Father's Month send-off — smooth sounds, botanical surroundings, and café bites available throughout.
Sun, Jun 14
📍 Sarasota Garden Club 🕐 6:00-8:30pm 💵 $35
Violinist Elijah performs while guests sip wine and stroll through the Sarasota Garden Club grounds. A low-key summer evening with hors d'oeuvres included.
Mon, Jun 15
📍 BMW of Sarasota 🕐 5:30-8:00pm 💵 $80+
A food tasting showcase at BMW of Sarasota featuring signature bites from local restaurants, live entertainment, giveaways, and a live auction benefiting F.E.L.T. Complimentary valet included. Tickets increase by $10 each Monday leading up to the event.
Thu, Jun 18
📍 The Bay Park 🕐 6-7pm 🏷️ Free
Unwind with an immersive meditation experience using Tibetan bowls, gongs, and crystal instruments to guide your inner journey. Dan Bue creates a dreamlike soundscape where your mind softens and awareness expands naturally.
Sat, Jun 20 - Sun, Jun 21
📍 Venice MainStreet 🕐 10am-4pm 🏷️ Free
Explore booths packed with stained glass, photography, and personalized goodies, plus browse the Green Market for plants, handmade soaps, tangy BBQ sauces, and live orchids from top crafters.
Sat, Jun 20
📍 Lakewood Ranch Library 🕐 4-5pm 🏷️ Free
A hands-on workshop at the Lakewood Ranch Library where teens and adults learn to make reusable beeswax wraps — a practical alternative to plastic wrap for covering bowls and keeping food fresh. All materials provided. Registration required.
Sun, Jun 21
📍 The Bay Park 🕐 6:00-7:30pm 🏷️ Free
Celebrate Father's Day with blues guitar virtuoso JP Soars & The Red Hots performing live at The Bay Park. Grab dad's favorite drink from The Nest Cafe and enjoy this free evening concert together.
Thu, Jun 25
📍 Van Wezel 🕐 7pm 💵 $45+
Epic Irish dance spectacle with 40+ performers tells the legendary tale of Ollav Fola through stunning costumes, live Celtic music, and cinematic storytelling that's captivating audiences worldwide.
Fri, Jun 26
📍 Van Wezel 🕐 7:30pm 💵 $85+
Country music legend Vince Gill brings his exceptional guitar skills and 22 Grammy-winning catalog to Van Wezel. He's celebrating 50 years in music with brand-new monthly EP releases.
Fri, Jun 26 - Sat, Jun 27
📍 Sahib Shrine Event Center 🕐 See schedule 💵 $30-$50
A two-day fundraiser for Suncoast Charities for Children. Friday night kicks off with a luau-themed party — tropical bites, live music, limbo, and a "Best Hawaiian Outfit" competition. Saturday brings the "Big Kahuna" Dice Run, where participants travel by car, boat, or motorcycle from Marina Jack to multiple stops, rolling dice at each location for a chance at cash prizes.
Sat, Jun 27
📍 Urfer Family Park 🕐 8:30-11:30am 🏷️ Free
Celebrate pollinators with hands-on crafts, a nature-focused BioBlitz, and free native seed packets. Environmental specialists share backyard tips to help bees, butterflies, and other crucial critters thrive in your own space.
Sat, Jun 27
📍 The Bay Park 🕐 10am-4pm 🏷️ Free
A gamified adventure through six themed stations inspired by local keys, featuring live music, food, and community resources. This interactive experience transforms The Bay Park into an immersive quest where exploration meets connection.
Fri, Jul 3
📍 Nathan Benderson Park 🕐 5-10pm 💵 Free (Parking $30+)
The area's go-to July 3rd tradition returns with live music starting at 5:30pm, food trucks, a Mote Marine kids' zone, and a big fireworks show over the lake just after 9pm. General admission is free with paid parking — VIP packages with access to the Finish Tower are available for those who want to upgrade.
Fri, Jul 3 - Sat, Jul 4
📍 The Mall at UTC 🕐 Fri: 4-9pm, Sat: 11am-6pm 🏷️ Free
The Suncoast's largest food truck festival returns to UTC for Independence Day weekend with 30+ vendors spanning BBQ, tacos, seafood, burgers, Brazilian, Japanese, Vietnamese, Caribbean, and more. On Friday night be sure to catch the fireworks happening right next door at NBP.
Sat, Jul 4
📍 Bicentennial Park 🕐 9–11am 🏷️ Free
A quintessential small-town morning: the "Shortest Parade in America," a Hot Diggity Dog contest, dunk tank, face painting, petting zoo, and a butterfly release from the Garden Club. Come in your most patriotic red, white, and blue.
Sat, Jul 4
📍 Historic Downtown Venice 🕐 9:30am-1:00pm 🏷️ Free
Venice celebrates America's 250th birthday with a hometown parade through Historic Downtown at 9:30 a.m., followed by a community picnic featuring music and dancing, a watermelon eating contests, face painting, and other family-friendly activities.
Sat, Jul 4
📍 Sahib Shrine Event Center 🕐 10am-4pm 💵 $6+ (Kids 4 & under free)
Snakes, lizards, tortoises, and more—see live reptiles from around the world, shop from expert breeders, and catch live animal seminars.
Sat, Jul 4
📍 Rossi Park 🕐 5-11pm 🏷️ Free
Bradenton's 4th of July celebration spreads across Rossi Park, the Riverwalk, and downtown for what's billed as the largest fireworks display in the area. Twinkle performs in Rossi Park while Luna and the Warriors take the downtown stage, with a kids' area on the Great Lawn and food and merchandise vendors throughout.
Sat, Jul 4
📍 Selby Gardens 🕐 5:30–9:30pm 💵 GA $35 ($25 members) · All-Inclusive $200
Selby Gardens' annual Fourth of July cookout on the bayfront features lawn games, the Spheres Bubble Show by Blaise Rhynds, barbecue and summer treats from local vendors, and a fireworks finale over Sarasota Bay. All-Inclusive tickets add a buffet by Michael's On East, open bar, and air-conditioned event center seating.
Sat, Jul 4
📍 Waterside Place 🕐 6-9pm 🏷️ Free
Circus acts, carnival games, and a kids' zone lead into a 9pm drone light show over Waterside Place. The Circus Arts Conservatory performs at 8pm, and complimentary trolleys run all evening.
Sat, Jul 4
📍 Downtown Wellen Park 🕐 6-9pm 🏷️ Free
A Fourth of July concert featuring country artist Chas Collins, leading into the fireworks show at CoolToday Park. Bring a lawn chair or blanket and grab food and drinks from the nearby restaurants. Outside coolers not permitted.
Sat, Jul 4
📍 CoolToday Park 🕐 6:00–9:30pm 🏷️ Free
North Port's Fourth of July celebration marks America's 250th birthday with a patriotic opening ceremony followed by live music from Dukes of Brinkley and fireworks at 9pm. Kids zone, touch-a-truck, and vendors on site throughout the evening.
Sat, Jul 4
📍 1600 Ken Thompson Pkwy 🕐 7:30pm 💵 $50 (Kids 2 & under free)
Skip the crowds and watch the bayfront fireworks from the water. The sunset cruise anchors up for a front-row view with live crew narration, and you can bring snacks in a small cooler. Only 38 seats, so book early.
Sat, Jul 4
📍 Bayfront Park 🕐 9pm 🏷️ Free
Sarasota's marquee free show launches right over the bay, with clean sightlines from most waterfront perches downtown. Prime spots are first-come, first-served, so plant a chair early.
Sat, Jul 4
📍 South Jetty Beach 🕐 9pm 🏷️ Free
Venice's Fourth of July fireworks return to their traditional South Jetty launch site for the first time since Hurricanes Helene and Milton, with the show fired by Zambelli Fireworks starting around 9pm. Visible from Venice Beach all the way south to Caspersen Beach — find your spot along the shore and settle in.
Sat, Jul 4
📍 Siesta Beach 🕐 ~9:15pm 💵 Free (donation-funded)
The 35th annual Siesta Key Fourth of July Fireworks return to Siesta Beach at dusk, lighting up the Gulf sky as part of America's 250th birthday celebration. The show is funded entirely by local residents and businesses — no public dollars, just community pride. Grab a spot on the sand and enjoy the show.
Fri, Jul 10 - Sat, Jul 11
📍 Venice MainStreet 🕐 10am-4pm 🏷️ Free
Santa trades his sleigh for summer vibes in this delightfully quirky two-day celebration featuring holiday shopping deals, festive activities for all ages, and that magical Christmas spirit—just with sunshine and 90-degree weather.
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Through Sat, Jun 13
📍 Multiple Venues 🕐 See schedule 💵 $15+
Each June, world-renowned faculty artists and rising pre-professional musicians gather for two weeks of chamber music performances, masterclasses, and mentorship. The public concerts are the highlight — a rare chance to hear emerging classical talent performing alongside some of the world's top musicians in intimate settings around Sarasota.
Through Sun, Jun 14
📍 50+ Restaurants 🕐 Lunch & Dinner 💵 $25-$45
Two weeks, dozens of restaurants, and one good excuse to eat out more than usual. The 21st annual Savor Sarasota Restaurant Week features chef-curated prix-fixe menus at $25 for lunch and $45 for dinner — covering everything from casual neighborhood spots to fine dining across the county.
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Fri, Jun 12
📍 The Bay Park 🕐 7:30-9:00pm 🏷️ Free
Grab blankets and chairs for SpongeBob's underwater adventure under the stars! The Nest Café serves popcorn and drinks while families enjoy this colorful outdoor cinema experience at the waterfront park.
Fri, Jun 12 - Sat, Aug 8
📍 Historic Asolo Theater 🕐 Various showtimes 💵 $15-$20
The Circus Arts Conservatory and The Ringling partner up for the Summer Circus Spectacular, bringing a stacked lineup of international circus artists. Expect juggling, aerial acts, clowning, hand balancing, and duo trapeze from performers who've competed at Monte Carlo and appeared on America's Got Talent.
Sat, Jun 13 - Sun, Jun 14
📍 Bradenton Riverwalk 🕐 TBD 💵 $20-$550 (Free for spectators)
The 19th annual Fire Charity Fishing Tournament takes over the Bradenton Riverwalk for a free, family-friendly weekend benefiting first responder causes, youth camps, and firefighter scholarships. Fish the tournament across multiple divisions or just come out for live music, food, and the festival atmosphere.
Sun, Jun 14
📍 Selby Gardens 🕐 1-3pm 💵 $0-$28
The Garden Music Series closes out its season with an afternoon of jazz at Selby Gardens, featuring Brenda Watty, Suzanne Lucas, and the James Jones Quartet. A fitting Father's Month send-off — smooth sounds, botanical surroundings, and café bites available throughout.
Sun, Jun 14
📍 Sarasota Garden Club 🕐 6:00-8:30pm 💵 $35
Violinist Elijah performs while guests sip wine and stroll through the Sarasota Garden Club grounds. A low-key summer evening with hors d'oeuvres included.
Mon, Jun 15
📍 BMW of Sarasota 🕐 5:30-8:00pm 💵 $80+
A food tasting showcase at BMW of Sarasota featuring signature bites from local restaurants, live entertainment, giveaways, and a live auction benefiting F.E.L.T. Complimentary valet included. Tickets increase by $10 each Monday leading up to the event.
Thu, Jun 18
📍 The Bay Park 🕐 6-7pm 🏷️ Free
Unwind with an immersive meditation experience using Tibetan bowls, gongs, and crystal instruments to guide your inner journey. Dan Bue creates a dreamlike soundscape where your mind softens and awareness expands naturally.
Sat, Jun 20 - Sun, Jun 21
📍 Venice MainStreet 🕐 10am-4pm 🏷️ Free
Explore booths packed with stained glass, photography, and personalized goodies, plus browse the Green Market for plants, handmade soaps, tangy BBQ sauces, and live orchids from top crafters.
Sat, Jun 20
📍 Lakewood Ranch Library 🕐 4-5pm 🏷️ Free
A hands-on workshop at the Lakewood Ranch Library where teens and adults learn to make reusable beeswax wraps — a practical alternative to plastic wrap for covering bowls and keeping food fresh. All materials provided. Registration required.
Sun, Jun 21
📍 The Bay Park 🕐 6:00-7:30pm 🏷️ Free
Celebrate Father's Day with blues guitar virtuoso JP Soars & The Red Hots performing live at The Bay Park. Grab dad's favorite drink from The Nest Cafe and enjoy this free evening concert together.
Thu, Jun 25
📍 Van Wezel 🕐 7pm 💵 $45+
Epic Irish dance spectacle with 40+ performers tells the legendary tale of Ollav Fola through stunning costumes, live Celtic music, and cinematic storytelling that's captivating audiences worldwide.
Fri, Jun 26
📍 Van Wezel 🕐 7:30pm 💵 $85+
Country music legend Vince Gill brings his exceptional guitar skills and 22 Grammy-winning catalog to Van Wezel. He's celebrating 50 years in music with brand-new monthly EP releases.
Fri, Jun 26 - Sat, Jun 27
📍 Sahib Shrine Event Center 🕐 See schedule 💵 $30-$50
A two-day fundraiser for Suncoast Charities for Children. Friday night kicks off with a luau-themed party — tropical bites, live music, limbo, and a "Best Hawaiian Outfit" competition. Saturday brings the "Big Kahuna" Dice Run, where participants travel by car, boat, or motorcycle from Marina Jack to multiple stops, rolling dice at each location for a chance at cash prizes.
Sat, Jun 27
📍 Urfer Family Park 🕐 8:30-11:30am 🏷️ Free
Celebrate pollinators with hands-on crafts, a nature-focused BioBlitz, and free native seed packets. Environmental specialists share backyard tips to help bees, butterflies, and other crucial critters thrive in your own space.
Sat, Jun 27
📍 The Bay Park 🕐 10am-4pm 🏷️ Free
A gamified adventure through six themed stations inspired by local keys, featuring live music, food, and community resources. This interactive experience transforms The Bay Park into an immersive quest where exploration meets connection.
Fri, Jul 3
📍 Nathan Benderson Park 🕐 5-10pm 💵 Free (Parking $30+)
The area's go-to July 3rd tradition returns with live music starting at 5:30pm, food trucks, a Mote Marine kids' zone, and a big fireworks show over the lake just after 9pm. General admission is free with paid parking — VIP packages with access to the Finish Tower are available for those who want to upgrade.
Fri, Jul 3 - Sat, Jul 4
📍 The Mall at UTC 🕐 Fri: 4-9pm, Sat: 11am-6pm 🏷️ Free
The Suncoast's largest food truck festival returns to UTC for Independence Day weekend with 30+ vendors spanning BBQ, tacos, seafood, burgers, Brazilian, Japanese, Vietnamese, Caribbean, and more. On Friday night be sure to catch the fireworks happening right next door at NBP.
Sat, Jul 4
📍 Bicentennial Park 🕐 9–11am 🏷️ Free
A quintessential small-town morning: the "Shortest Parade in America," a Hot Diggity Dog contest, dunk tank, face painting, petting zoo, and a butterfly release from the Garden Club. Come in your most patriotic red, white, and blue.
Sat, Jul 4
📍 Historic Downtown Venice 🕐 9:30am-1:00pm 🏷️ Free
Venice celebrates America's 250th birthday with a hometown parade through Historic Downtown at 9:30 a.m., followed by a community picnic featuring music and dancing, a watermelon eating contests, face painting, and other family-friendly activities.
Sat, Jul 4
📍 Sahib Shrine Event Center 🕐 10am-4pm 💵 $6+ (Kids 4 & under free)
Snakes, lizards, tortoises, and more—see live reptiles from around the world, shop from expert breeders, and catch live animal seminars.
Sat, Jul 4
📍 Rossi Park 🕐 5-11pm 🏷️ Free
Bradenton's 4th of July celebration spreads across Rossi Park, the Riverwalk, and downtown for what's billed as the largest fireworks display in the area. Twinkle performs in Rossi Park while Luna and the Warriors take the downtown stage, with a kids' area on the Great Lawn and food and merchandise vendors throughout.
Sat, Jul 4
📍 Selby Gardens 🕐 5:30–9:30pm 💵 GA $35 ($25 members) · All-Inclusive $200
Selby Gardens' annual Fourth of July cookout on the bayfront features lawn games, the Spheres Bubble Show by Blaise Rhynds, barbecue and summer treats from local vendors, and a fireworks finale over Sarasota Bay. All-Inclusive tickets add a buffet by Michael's On East, open bar, and air-conditioned event center seating.
Sat, Jul 4
📍 Waterside Place 🕐 6-9pm 🏷️ Free
Circus acts, carnival games, and a kids' zone lead into a 9pm drone light show over Waterside Place. The Circus Arts Conservatory performs at 8pm, and complimentary trolleys run all evening.
Sat, Jul 4
📍 Downtown Wellen Park 🕐 6-9pm 🏷️ Free
A Fourth of July concert featuring country artist Chas Collins, leading into the fireworks show at CoolToday Park. Bring a lawn chair or blanket and grab food and drinks from the nearby restaurants. Outside coolers not permitted.
Sat, Jul 4
📍 CoolToday Park 🕐 6:00–9:30pm 🏷️ Free
North Port's Fourth of July celebration marks America's 250th birthday with a patriotic opening ceremony followed by live music from Dukes of Brinkley and fireworks at 9pm. Kids zone, touch-a-truck, and vendors on site throughout the evening.
Sat, Jul 4
📍 1600 Ken Thompson Pkwy 🕐 7:30pm 💵 $50 (Kids 2 & under free)
Skip the crowds and watch the bayfront fireworks from the water. The sunset cruise anchors up for a front-row view with live crew narration, and you can bring snacks in a small cooler. Only 38 seats, so book early.
Sat, Jul 4
📍 Bayfront Park 🕐 9pm 🏷️ Free
Sarasota's marquee free show launches right over the bay, with clean sightlines from most waterfront perches downtown. Prime spots are first-come, first-served, so plant a chair early.
Sat, Jul 4
📍 South Jetty Beach 🕐 9pm 🏷️ Free
Venice's Fourth of July fireworks return to their traditional South Jetty launch site for the first time since Hurricanes Helene and Milton, with the show fired by Zambelli Fireworks starting around 9pm. Visible from Venice Beach all the way south to Caspersen Beach — find your spot along the shore and settle in.
Sat, Jul 4
📍 Siesta Beach 🕐 ~9:15pm 💵 Free (donation-funded)
The 35th annual Siesta Key Fourth of July Fireworks return to Siesta Beach at dusk, lighting up the Gulf sky as part of America's 250th birthday celebration. The show is funded entirely by local residents and businesses — no public dollars, just community pride. Grab a spot on the sand and enjoy the show.
Fri, Jul 10 - Sat, Jul 11
📍 Venice MainStreet 🕐 10am-4pm 🏷️ Free
Santa trades his sleigh for summer vibes in this delightfully quirky two-day celebration featuring holiday shopping deals, festive activities for all ages, and that magical Christmas spirit—just with sunshine and 90-degree weather.