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Sarasota Half Marathon and 5K

10th Annual Sarasota Half Marathon & 5k run in Sarasota, Florida at Nathan Benderson Park and experience one of the ...

  • 7:00 am - 10:30 am 
  • Location: Nathan Benderson Park, 5851 Nathan Benderson Cir, Sarasota, FL 34235
  • Cost: $52 - $160
  • Website: sarasotahalf.com
  • Category: Races, Walks, 5Ks

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

Santa Visits Popi's Palmetto

Santa is coming to town!! Bring the family, and stop by Popi’s in Palmetto this Sunday, December 14 between 9 ...

Court IQ Lab with Liberty Edge Basketball

Work Smart, Not Harder with Court IQ Lab Hosted by Former NBA Player and #1 High School Player – Marcus Liberty Improve ...

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 ...

Festive Photos with Santa at the Market in Waterside

Get ready for a jolly good time! This holiday season, come spread the cheer at our Farmers’ Market each Sunday ...

Suncoast Science Center Lego Roborumble Competition

Mark your calendars for the inaugural #LEGO RoboRumble competition. Students will be battling their robots on a rumble field made ...

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 ...

A Very Merry Ornament Workshop at the Grove Restaurant

Join us for a joyful family-friendly event where you can unleash your inner artist in a festive atmosphere! Choose your ...

First Baptist Church of Venice Carols by Candlelight

Carols by Candlelight. Featuring Venice Voices & Orchestra Sunday, December 14th at 11am & 3pm. Tickets now available (required and complimentary). Tickets available ...

Meditation for Kids at Kadampa Meditation Center

Enjoy a meaningful family-friendly morning at Kadampa Meditation Center. This event is an opportunity for families to get to know ...

Santa at The Red Barn Flea Market

Santa Claus will be ready to have his picture taken with kids, adults, and clean pets. Stop by and say ...

Sunday Fundays at The Artful Giraffe

Join us the 2nd Sunday every month for Sunday Funday! IT'S GOING TO BE AN ARTFUL GOOD TIME! • Outdoor ...

  • 11:00 am -  3:00 pm 
  • Location: The Artful Giraffe, 1861 Fruitville Road, Sarasota, FL 34236
  • Cost: Free to attend
  • Website: artfulgiraffe.com
  • Category: Family Fun, Free

The Nutcracker by The North River Ballet Company and Star Academy at the Sarasota Opera Hous (Sensory-Friendly)

The Nutcracker Spectacular & Meet the Dancers Special: Sunday, December 14, 11:00am-12:00pm (Sensory- Friendly) Join us for a magical morning of ballet ...

Cocoa and Cookies Party at My Gym

Meet your buddies at My Gym for our Cocoa and Cookies party! The action never stops at My Gym. We ...

  • 11:15 am - 12:15 pm 
  • Location: 8792 S Tamiami Trail, Sarasota, FL 34238
  • Cost: $25, register in advance
  • Website: www.mygym.com
  • Category: Family Fun

Lunch with Santa at Allswell

Join us for a festive and heartwarming holiday experience at Allswell on December 14th, from 12:00 PM to 2:00 PM. Enjoy ...

Nutcracker Tea at The Ritz-Carlton

Sunday, December 7th and 14th, 12pm - 2pm Celebrate the magic of the season at our Nutcracker Tea with The Sarasota ...

Sunday Crafternoon at Bat City Comic Professionals

Come explore your creativity, Sundays in the Bat City classroom! We will have collage art supplies, coloring sheets, comic panel ...

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 ...

Pottery Hand Building at The Artful Giraffe

Introduction to Pottery Hand Building. Learn how to build a snowman from scratch! In this class, our instructor will walk you through ...

Santa Claus Visits Learning Express of University Park

Join us at Learning Express of University Park on Sunday, December 14th, as we welcome Santa Claus from 1pm to ...

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 ...

Santa Visits Ananda Farms

Santa Is Here At Ananda Farm! Get ready for magical moments! Santa is stopping by Ananda Farm all throughout December, and ...

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 ...

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,” ...

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 ...

A Christmas Carol 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 ...

East Manatee Fire Rescue Presents Santa's Enchanted Fire Station

East Manatee Fire Rescue presents Santa's Enchanted Fire Station Bring an unwrapped toy on Dec 14th from 3-5pm and get free ...

Holly Jolly Grand Opening at Rosy’s Ice Cream

Come help us celebrate the season and our brand-new shop! We’ll have: Live music Free face painting Walking appetizers Games for the kids Ice cream samples A ...

We Three Spies- A Christmas Musical at Renewal Church

Our annual Christmas Musical in the CLC! Funny and family friendly!

Manatee County Free Tennis Clinic

Join us for a free tennis clinic at Lakewood Ranch Park, located at 5350 Lakewood Ranch Blvd, on December 14th ...

A Taste of Chanukah Hosted by Chabad of Sarasota

The annual Taste of Chanukah Celebration hosted by Chabad of Sarasota will be held on Sunday, December 14, from 4:00 ...

Cookies and Playdate with Santa at The Flock SRQ

Join us for Cookies with Santa Santa will be: Sharing magical stories from the North Pole Singing Christmas songs with the kiddos Taking private ...

  • 4:00 pm -  6:00 pm 
  • Location: 1977 Brother Geenen Way, Sarasota, FL 34236
  • Cost: $30 per family • Non-members $20 per family • Members
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Family Fun, Holiday Events

Parrish Hometown Christmas Event

Join us for an evening of hometown cheer, holiday lights, and community spirit - Parrish Style! Making memories celebrating the traditions ...

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 in the Garden: A Celebration of Lights and Music

Christmas in the Garden, A Celebration of Lights and Music, is on display at the Longboat Island Chapel, 6200 Gulf ...

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, ...

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 ...

Bethlehem Walk on Anna Maria Island

We assemble in front of the Roser Church Sanctuary to begin the journey. At 6:00 PM we take to the ...

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 ...

Chanukah Concert in Wellen Park

Gather in Downtown Wellen Park for the first night of Hannukah with some festive music. All are welcome Featuring Dr.Laz world ...

Letters to Santa at Antczak Christmas Lights

Stop by and write your letter to Santa!

Lights in Bloom at Selby Gardens Downtown Sarasota

Lights in Bloom® features more than two million lights illuminating the gardens and walkways of our Downtown Sarasota campus. Step into ...

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 ...

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