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The Fun 4 Manasota Kids Calendar is the most comprehensive online family calendar in the Sarasota and Bradenton area. We update our calendar every week to make sure we have all the family-friendly events in the area. Please let us know if you are aware of an event that is not listed! Listings are FREE! Submit Your Event Today!

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10:00 am Mini Monsters Brunch at Georgies UTC
 
 
 
 
 
 
10:00 am Halloween at Self Defense Emporium
 
 
 
 
 
 
10:30 am Grinch Comes to Town at The Bazaar
 
 
 
 
 
 
12:00 pm Sarasota Fall Festival and Carnival at University Town Center
 
 
 
 
 
 
5:30 pm Day of the Dead Celebration at The Acapulco Neighborhood Restaurant
 
 
 
 
 
 
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11:00 am Halloween at Self Defense Emporium
 
 
 
 
11:00 am Festival of the Skeletons (Dia de los Muertos) in the Village of the Arts
11:00 am Festival of the Skeletons (Dia de los Muertos) in the Village of the Arts
12:00 pm Sarasota Fall Festival and Carnival at University Town Center
 
 
 
 
 
2:00 pm Lakewood Ranch Wind Ensemble Veterans' Concert
 
 
 
 
 
 
4:00 pm Santa's Grand Arrival Parade at UTC Mall
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
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10:00 am Parrish Veterans Day Parade and Ceremony
7:00 pm Charlie Brown Christmas Live on Stage at The Duke Energy Center for the Arts - Mahaffey Theater
 
7:00 pm Dr. Seuss’ How The Grinch Stole Christmas! The Musical at Van Wezel
7:00 pm Dr. Seuss’ How The Grinch Stole Christmas! The Musical at Van Wezel
 
 
10:00 am Sarasota Veterans Day Parade
 
 
 
 
 
 
11:00 am Veterans Day Parade on Anna Maria Island
 
 
 
 
 
 
11:00 am Manatee County Veterans Day Parade and Ceremony
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
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7:00 pm Dr. Seuss’ How The Grinch Stole Christmas! The Musical at Van Wezel
 
 
2:00 pm Friends-Giving at Theory Of Play
 
2:00 pm Wonderland Believe - Under the Big Top at UTC
2:00 pm Christmas on Bridge Street
 
 
 
 
 
7:00 pm Wonderland Believe - Under the Big Top at UTC
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5:00 pm Light Up Longboat Key
 
 
 
 
 
 
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1:00 pm Wonderland Believe - Under the Big Top at UTC
 
 
 
8:00 am BRC Turkey Trot
2:00 pm Wonderland Believe - Under the Big Top at UTC
10:00 am Deck the Halls at the Florida Studio Theatre
5:00 pm Wonderland Believe - Under the Big Top at UTC
 
 
 
8:00 am 2025 Florida Turkey Trot at Nathan Benderson Park
5:00 pm Tree Lighting at Palmetto Marriott
2:00 pm Wonderland Believe - Under the Big Top at UTC
 
 
 
 
 
5:15 pm North Pole Express at the Florida Railroad Museum
5:15 pm North Pole Express at the Florida Railroad Museum
 
 
 
 
 
7:00 pm Wonderland Believe - Under the Big Top at UTC
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10:00 am Deck the Halls at the Florida Studio Theatre
 
 
 
 
 
 
10:00 am Chef Ray's Gingerbread House Workshop at Michael's On East
 
 
 
 
 
 
1:00 pm Wonderland Believe - Under the Big Top at UTC
 
 
 
 
 
 
5:00 pm Wonderland Believe - Under the Big Top at UTC
 
 
 
 
 
 
5:00 pm Forward Community Church Kickoff to Christmas
 
 
 
 
 
 
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08Nov

Festival of the Skeletons (Dia de los Muertos) in the Village of the Arts

Explore an incredible array of shrines and altars featured in the galleries throughout the Village. This year, we will be ...

Lakewood Ranch Wind Ensemble Veterans' Concert

Join the Lakewood Ranch Wind Ensemble and Ring Sarasota for a powerful musical tribute to the men and women who ...

Santa's Grand Arrival Parade at UTC Mall

Get ready to ring in the holidays at Santa’s Grand Arrival Parade on Saturday, November 8. The merry celebration along ...

  • 4:00 pm - 9:30 pm
  • Location: The Mall at University Town Center, 140 University Town Center Dr, Sarasota, FL 34243
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: utcsarasota.com
  • Category: Holiday Events
11Nov

Parrish Veterans Day Parade and Ceremony

The Parrish Civic Association will be hosting The 1st Annual Parrish Veterans Day Parade & Ceremony. Join us, Tuesday, November ...

Sarasota Veterans Day Parade

Join us Tuesday, Nov. 11 at 10 a.m. on Main Street for the annual Veterans Day Parade! The parade will begin ...

Veterans Day Parade on Anna Maria Island

The City of Anna Maria will host its annual Veterans Day Parade on Tuesday, November 11, beginning at 11:00 a.m. ...

Manatee County Veterans Day Parade and Ceremony

The Manatee County Veterans' Council and the City of Palmetto are proud to co-host this year’s Veterans Day Parade and ...

12Nov

Charlie Brown Christmas Live on Stage at The Duke Energy Center for the Arts - Mahaffey Theater

A Charlie Brown Christmas - Live On Stage at Mahaffey Theater on November 12th A Charlie Brown Christmas Live On ...

  • 7:00 pm - 8:30 pm
  • Location: Duke Energy Center for the Arts - Mahaffey Theater, 400 1st St S, Saint Petersburg, FL 33701
  • Cost: See Website
  • Website: themahaffey.com
  • Category: Holiday Events
14Nov

Dr. Seuss’ How The Grinch Stole Christmas! The Musical at Van Wezel

Dr. Seuss’ How The Grinch Stole Christmas! The Musical features the hit songs "You're A Mean One Mr. Grinch" and ...

15Nov

Dr. Seuss’ How The Grinch Stole Christmas! The Musical at Van Wezel

Dr. Seuss’ How The Grinch Stole Christmas! The Musical features the hit songs "You're A Mean One Mr. Grinch" and ...

16Nov

Dr. Seuss’ How The Grinch Stole Christmas! The Musical at Van Wezel

Dr. Seuss’ How The Grinch Stole Christmas! The Musical features the hit songs "You're A Mean One Mr. Grinch" and ...

19Nov

Friends-Giving at Theory Of Play

Join us for a heartwarming celebration of friendship, gratitude, and play as we mark one year of serving our amazing ...

  • 2:00 pm - 4:00 pm
  • Location: Theory of Play, 2970 University Pkwy #202, Sarasota, FL 34243
  • Cost: Members: FREE with unlimited play | Guests: $35
  • Website: www.signupgenius.com
  • Category: Holiday Events
21Nov

Wonderland Believe - Under the Big Top at UTC

Wonderland is back with a brand new, breathtaking production: BELIEVE! This isn't just a show, it's a heartwarming and visually ...

Wonderland Believe - Under the Big Top at UTC

Wonderland is back with a brand new, breathtaking production: BELIEVE! This isn't just a show, it's a heartwarming and visually ...

22Nov

Christmas on Bridge Street

Enjoy holiday cheer on Bridge Street! Christmas Tree Lighting, Festive Fun with Santa, Holiday Shopping!

Wonderland Believe - Under the Big Top at UTC

Wonderland is back with a brand new, breathtaking production: BELIEVE! This isn't just a show, it's a heartwarming and visually ...

Light Up Longboat Key

Kick off the holiday season with the Longboat Key Chamber of Commerce at the 7th Annual Light Up Longboat, a ...

Wonderland Believe - Under the Big Top at UTC

Wonderland is back with a brand new, breathtaking production: BELIEVE! This isn't just a show, it's a heartwarming and visually ...

  • 6:00 pm
  • Location: 195 University Town Center Dr., Sarasota, FL
  • Cost: $35+
  • Category: Holiday Events
23Nov

Wonderland Believe - Under the Big Top at UTC

Wonderland is back with a brand new, breathtaking production: BELIEVE! This isn't just a show, it's a heartwarming and visually ...

  • 1:00 pm
  • Location: 195 University Town Center Dr., Sarasota, FL
  • Cost: $35+
  • Category: Holiday Events

Wonderland Believe - Under the Big Top at UTC

Wonderland is back with a brand new, breathtaking production: BELIEVE! This isn't just a show, it's a heartwarming and visually ...

  • 5:00 pm
  • Location: 195 University Town Center Dr., Sarasota, FL
  • Cost: $35+
  • Category: Holiday Events
27Nov

BRC Turkey Trot

28th Annual Bradenton Runners Club Turkey Trot 3 Mile fun run/walk The 28th Annual Bradenton Runners Club Turkey Trot 3 Mile fun ...

  • 8:00 am - 11:00 am
  • Location: Robinson Preserve, 1704 99th Street NW, Bradenton, FL 34209
  • Cost: See Description
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Holiday Events

2025 Florida Turkey Trot at Nathan Benderson Park

The Florida Turkey Trot is back with a new presenting sponsor, Lakewood Ranch Medical Center! This 3.1 mile run/walk is ...

  • 8:00 am
  • Location: 5851 Nathan Benderson Circle Sarasota, FL 34235
  • Cost: $44.53 for adults, $23.14 for kids 12 and under
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Holiday Events
28Nov

Wonderland Believe - Under the Big Top at UTC

Wonderland is back with a brand new, breathtaking production: BELIEVE! This isn't just a show, it's a heartwarming and visually ...

Tree Lighting at Palmetto Marriott

Kick off the season with a magical evening as we light up the holiday tree! Enjoy live entertainment, hot cocoa, ...

  • 5:00 pm - 9:00 pm
  • Location: Palmetto Marriott Resort & Spa, 600 US-41 N, Palmetto, FL 34221
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Holiday Events

North Pole Express at the Florida Railroad Museum

Join us this December for a 35-minute ride from Parrish, FL to the North Pole. Upon arrival, everyone will detrain ...

  • 5:15 pm - 10:55 pm
  • Location: Florida Railroad Museum, 12210 83rd St E., Parrish, FL 34219
  • Cost: See Website
  • Website: www.frrm.org
  • Category: Holiday Events

Wonderland Believe - Under the Big Top at UTC

Wonderland is back with a brand new, breathtaking production: BELIEVE! This isn't just a show, it's a heartwarming and visually ...

29Nov

Deck the Halls at the Florida Studio Theatre

Celebrate the holidays – Sarasota style! With palm trees wrapped in lights, sand snowmen, and festive tunes, this all-new edition ...

Wonderland Believe - Under the Big Top at UTC

Wonderland is back with a brand new, breathtaking production: BELIEVE! This isn't just a show, it's a heartwarming and visually ...

North Pole Express at the Florida Railroad Museum

Join us this December for a 35-minute ride from Parrish, FL to the North Pole. Upon arrival, everyone will detrain ...

  • 5:15 pm - 10:55 pm
  • Location: Florida Railroad Museum, 12210 83rd St E., Parrish, FL 34219
  • Cost: See Website
  • Website: www.frrm.org
  • Category: Holiday Events

Wonderland Believe - Under the Big Top at UTC

Wonderland is back with a brand new, breathtaking production: BELIEVE! This isn't just a show, it's a heartwarming and visually ...

  • 6:00 pm
  • Location: 195 University Town Center Dr., Sarasota, FL
  • Cost: $35+
  • Category: Holiday Events
30Nov

Deck the Halls at the Florida Studio Theatre

Celebrate the holidays – Sarasota style! With palm trees wrapped in lights, sand snowmen, and festive tunes, this all-new edition ...

Chef Ray's Gingerbread House Workshop at Michael's On East

Get into the holiday spirit with a sweet and festive tradition! Join Michael’s On East Executive Pastry Chef Ray Lajoie ...

  • 10:00 am - 12:00 pm
  • Location: Michael's On East, 1212 South East Avenue Sarasota, FL 34239
  • Cost: $75 per person (one gingerbread house per person)
  • Website: www.eventbrite.com
  • Category: Holiday Events

Wonderland Believe - Under the Big Top at UTC

Wonderland is back with a brand new, breathtaking production: BELIEVE! This isn't just a show, it's a heartwarming and visually ...

  • 1:00 pm
  • Location: 195 University Town Center Dr., Sarasota, FL
  • Cost: $35+
  • Category: Holiday Events

Wonderland Believe - Under the Big Top at UTC

Wonderland is back with a brand new, breathtaking production: BELIEVE! This isn't just a show, it's a heartwarming and visually ...

  • 5:00 pm
  • Location: 195 University Town Center Dr., Sarasota, FL
  • Cost: $35+
  • Category: Holiday Events

Forward Community Church Kickoff to Christmas

Join us for the greatest kickoff EVER to the festive season! Save your money for your kids presents, because the ENTIRE ...

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