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Breakfast with Santa at the Old Salty Dog

Santa and Mrs. Claus are coming to town! The Sarasota Police Department will also make a special guest appearance by ...

FIT4MOM Run Club+ at Nathan Benderson Park

Take your running to the next level with Run Club+, our guided training program for 5K, 10K, or half marathon ...

Sandy Claws Beach Run at Siesta Beach

Sarasota County Parks, Recreation and Natural Resources and Friends of Sarasota County Parks hosts the Sandy Claws Beach Run. Now ...

FIT4MOM DADURDAY Strides 360 at Greenbrook Adventure Park

Increase your endurance and speed to sprint through mom life with Strides 360®! Come play with your mom friends, with ...

Learn to Skate Class at Astro Skate

Come out and learn how to skate! Offered every Saturday morning at 9am.

Little Leapers at Sky Zone Sarasota

Join us on Saturday and Sunday mornings for Little Leapers at Sky Zone! Little Leapers is a fun, high-energy play ...

  • 9:00 am - 11:00 am 
  • Location: Sky Zone, 6180 Edgelake Dr, Sarasota, FL
  • Cost: $13/toddler and one adult for up to 2 hours of play, $9 for additional adults
  • Website: www.skyzone.com
  • Category: Family Fun, Ongoing Programs

Old Main Street Bradenton Public Market

Welcome to the Bradenton Public Market, a place where the community meets each week to enjoy fresh produce, local art, ...

STEAM Saturdays with Suncoast Science Center

Join us every Saturday for a FUN, hands on exploration into different areas of Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts and Math! ...

Sarasota County Fire Department Station 3 Open House

Save a Saturday! Join Sarasota County Fire Department during one of our free, monthly open house events at fire stations ...

Saturday Mornings at The Nest at Robinson Preserve

Join us at the Mosaic Center for Nature, Exploration, Science, and Technology for a morning of exploration. Walk the grounds ...

Books and Bubbles at The Flock SRQ

Welcome to "Books and Bubbles," a captivating and joy-filled class designed to spark the love for reading and learning in ...

  • 9:30 am - 10:00 am 
  • Location: The Flock SRQ: 1977 Brother Geenen Way, Sarasota, FL 34236
  • Cost: $25/class or included with membership
  • Website: theflocksrq.com
  • Category: Ongoing Programs, Classes

Anna Maria Island Privateers Christmas Parade and Children's Party with Santa

Our Christmas parade is just around the corner! After the parade the privateers will be hosting a children's party with ...

Backyard Science at The Bishop Museum of Science and Nature

Make your Saturday mornings even more fun! Check out the newly designed Backyard Science program for elementary-aged learners at The ...

Family Art Making at The Ringling

FAM (Family Art Making) is a free program that's fun for the whole family! Join us for creative art projects ...

Old Florida Christmas at Manatee Village Historical Park

Our annual Christmas event, "An Old Florida Christmas," will be on December 13th! Enjoy a festive day with vendors, food ...

Open Family Skate at Astro Skate

Join us for Open Family Skate every Saturday! $8+ skate rental or $20 for family of 5 with at least ...

Pop-Up: Story Time at the Bay

Join the Pop-Up library staff at The Bay Park for stories, songs and rhymes, and more!

Sarasota BMX Home Roots Training Program

Sarasota BMX Track’s official training program, “Home Roots: Learn How to Race BMX” runs every Saturday. USABMX Certified Trainers and ...

Saturday Kids Clay Class at The Makery SRQ

Clay days are the best days! Our Saturday Kids Clay Class is designed for young makers who love to get ...

Tiny Tots at Astro Skate

Saturdays is Tiny Tots Skate at Astro Skate!

Tot Time Saturday Read-Aloud! at the George Mullen Activity Center

Tot Time Saturday Read-Aloud! Join us for a fun twist to your Tot Time experience. Kick off each session with ...

Wellen Park Holiday Festival of the Arts

Mark your calendars for the inaugural Wellen Park Holiday Festival of the Arts on December 13th-14th, 2025, located at 19745 ...

Winter STEM Holiday Makers Market

Kids, get ready to create, code, and craft your own STEM holiday gifts this season! Grades 1–5 are invited to join ...

Total Body Tone Mommy and Me Workouts at The Flock SRQ

Where are our pilates mamas at??? Join certified personal trainer, Kirstin, for this strength training class! This is a mommy + me ...

  • 10:30 am - 11:00 am 
  • Location: The Flock SRQ: 1977 Brother Geenen Way, Sarasota, FL 34236
  • Cost: $25/class or included with membership
  • Website: theflocksrq.com
  • Category: Ongoing Programs, Classes

Ellenton Ice and Sports Complex Free Try It Class

Free Try it Class every Saturday at 10:45am! Kids ages 3 & up and adults are welcome to join us ...

Gingerbread House or Dreidel Decorating at The Ritz-Carlton

While donning chef's hats and aprons, decorate a festive gingerbread house or gingerbread dreidel guided by the distinguished Ladies and ...

  • 11:00 am -  4:30 pm 
  • Location: 1111 Ritz Carlton Dr, Sarasota, FL 34236
  • Cost: $125++ per party of 4; includes one gingerbread house or dreidel.
  • Website: www.opentable.com
  • Category: Family Fun, Holiday Events

Holiday Arts and Craft Class at James Patton Park

Let your little one’s creativity shine with this adorable holiday-themed craft class! Kids will use colorful paper squares and circles ...

JCPenney Kids Zone Craft at Sarasota Square

Pick up in store! Grab, shop, and go! Free crafts for kids, fast savings for parents. Kids get a free ...

Story Time and Paint Ornaments at Distractions on the Island

Join us for Story Time at the studio! Two Dates: Dec. 13 or Dec. 20. We love welcoming our youngest artists ...

Storytime at Barnes and Noble Sarasota

Join us every Wednesday and Saturday at 11:00am for fun stories and activities!

Waypoint Artisan Market

Waypoint Artisan Market 2025- 2026 Season (2nd Saturday of the Month) 11:00am-3:00pm Live Music w/ Luke Andrews & Matt Beck! Kids Activities! Fur-Baby Friendly! Restaurant ...

Planetarium Shows at The Bishop Museum of Science and Nature

The Planetarium at The Bishop Museum of Science and Nature is the premier astronomy facility on Florida’s west coast. Enjoy ...

Giggles and Grooves at The Flock SRQ

The Flock - Where Wellness and Play Meet: Discover the joy of music with your little one in our Giggles & ...

Art Center Sarasota Family Saturdays

Family Saturdays are free, drop-in art experiences held every Saturday from 12–3 PM. Designed for kids and grown-ups to enjoy ...

Christmas in Cortez at The Florida Maritime Museum

This family-centered event is our holiday gift to the community. The event will feature a meet-and-greet with our exceptionally wonderful ...

Cookies with Santa at Crowder Bros Ace Hardware Lakewood Ranch

Meet Santa & Mrs Claus! Join us at our Crowder Bros Ace Hardware store in Lakewood Ranch on Saturday, December ...

Saturday Family Art Lab at the Sarasota Art Museum

Weekends are for art and family fun! Bring the kids or grandkids and enjoy making art together every Saturday in ...

Tales Under the Tree at The Bishop Museum of Science and Nature

Come and join us every Saturday and Sunday at 2pm for a unique storytime experience at The Bishop. Tales Under ...

Disney's Frozen at Manatee Performing Arts Center

Be part of the area premiere of this dazzling Disney favorite, running December 4–14. Get ready to “Let It Go,” ...

Music On The Porch at Florida Maritime Museum

This free music event series is held on the second and fourth Saturday of every month at Florida Maritime Museum. The ...

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 ...

A Christmas Carol Presented by The Pops Orchestra

This December, The Pops Orchestra proudly presents its third production of A Christmas Carol, the Concert, Bob Christianson’s celebrated musical ...

The Nutcracker by The North River Ballet Company and Star Academy at the Sarasota Opera House

Join us for a magical show of ballet, aerial, and more! Follow along with Clara as she celebrates Christmas Eve, ...

The Nutcracker by The Sarasota Ballet at Venice Performing Arts Center

We are thrilled to announce the return of the production of The Nutcracker in an exciting partnership between The Sarasota ...

A Night Before Christmas at GT Bray Park

Presented by Outdoor Lighting Perspectives, the annual A Night Before Christmas event at GT Bray Park is sure to get ...

  • 4:00 pm -  8:00 pm 
  • Location: GT Bray Park, 5502 33rd Avenue Drive West, Bradenton, FL
  • Cost: Free to Attend (A suggested donation per family of a new, unwrapped toy for a local children's organization is kindly requested)
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Family Fun, Holiday Events, Free

Children's Entrepreneur Market Bradenton

A market run entirely by kids!

Holidays at The Bay

There’s snow place like The Bay for the holidays! Join in the fun of this FREE Fourth Annual Holidays at The ...

Mr. Stevey & Friends: Festive Family Fun

Mr. Stevey & Friends is a free community program geared towards pre-school and elementary school aged children and their families ...

  • 4:00 pm -  6:00 pm 
  • Location: The Bay Park,1055 Boulevard of the Arts Sarasota, FL 34236
  • Cost: Free with Registration
  • Website: www.eventbrite.com
  • Category: Family Fun, Free

Bradenton Holiday of Lights Festival at the Freedom Factory

The Freedom Factory is excited to announce the return of The Bradenton Holiday Lights Festival, December 5th - December 27th! ...

Christmas Town Celebration at Southside Baptist Church

Get ready to experience the ultimate Christmas wonderland at Southside Christmas Town 2025! Welcome to Southside Christmas Town 2025 ! ...

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 ...

Discover Sarasota Tours Christmas Carol Trolley

Christmas Carol Trolley is a holiday tour of music and lights! This holiday favorite is a 75-minute family-friendly show filled ...

O Holy Lights 5k Run/Walk at the Freedom Factory

Come join us for the first ever O Holy Lights 5k Run/Walk at the Freedom Factory in Bradenton Florida. "The ...

Sarasota Christmas Glow Run 5K at Nathan Benderson Park

​Get ready for a magical and unforgettable holiday experience at the most anticipated family-friendly event of the year in Sarasota, ...

Glow Night at Jumpin Fun Inflata Park

It’s Time For Some Glowing Fun! Now Join Us Fridays & Saturdays Starting At 6:00pm For Great Family Fun! The house lights ...

Manatee River Holiday Boat Parade

As the county’s largest holiday event of the year, thousands of area residents and traveling spectators flock to the river ...

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 ...

A Winnie-the-Pooh Christmas by Dingbat Theatre Project

Dingbat Theatre Project's brand new adaptation of the Winnie-the-Pooh stories by A.A. Milne. An immersive, musical, holiday-themed story perfect for ...

Glow Zone at Sky Zone Sarasota

We’re Different After Dark. Lasers, music and blacklight transform the whole park into a crazy jumping dance club. DRESS TO IMPRESS: ...

Altitude Trampoline Park Bradenton - Glo in the Park

Lights, tramps, and action are on deck during Glo in the Park! Load up the crew and come in for ...

Holiday Movies Under the Stars at UTC

Snuggle up this season for Holiday Movies Under The Stars – free outdoor showings of your favorite holiday films every ...

The Living Nativity at The Tabernacle Church

The Tabernacle Church of Sarasota presents, "The Living Nativity, a Sarasota Christmas tradition, on December 11th, 12th, 13th, and 14th ...

Venice Theatre Presents: A Christmas Carol

We are counting our blessings as Venice Theatre’s musical version of A Christmas Carol returns with the joyous spirit of ...

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