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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 ...

Jingle and Jog 5K at The Haven

29th Annual Jingle & Jog 5K! Join us on Saturday, December 6th for a festive morning filled with running, walking, ...

Lakewood Ranch BluesFest at Waterside Place

Get ready for an unforgettable day of live blues music at the Lakewood Ranch Blues Festival! On December 6 from ...

  • 8:00 am -  8:00 pm 
  • Location: Lakewood Ranch Blues Festival Waterside Park 7301 Island Cove Terrace Lakewood Ranch, FL 34240
  • Cost: General admission $75 per person | Reserved Front of Stage Seating $150 per person
  • Website: lakewoodranchbluesfest.com
  • Category: Shows & Concerts

Major Productions Studio of Dance Breakfast with Santa

Come join us for a magical morning at the Palmetto Marriott Resort & Spa! Meet jolly old Saint Nick himself ...

Birthday Bash and Holiday Market at The Flock SRQ

The Flock turns 2! 2nd Birthday Bash + Holiday Vendor Market We can’t believe it’s been TWO years of play, community, baby ...

Breakfast with Santa at Lakewood Ranch YMCA

Join us for a heartwarming morning filled with joy, laughter and holiday cheer! Bring the kids and make unforgettable memories ...

Breakfast with Santa on The Bay

You and yours are invited to have breakfast with Santa himself. Children will enjoy fun, interactive activities including face painting, ...

  • 9:00 am - 12:00 pm 
  • Location: 1111 Ritz Carlton Dr, Sarasota, FL 34236
  • Cost: $79 Per Adult, $30 Per Child (12 and Under) Exclusive of Gratuity and Tax
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Family Fun, Holiday Events

Children's Entrepreneur Market Venice

A market run entirely by kids!

  • 9:00 am -  1:00 pm 
  • Location: Cool Today Park, 18800 South West Villages Pkwy Venice, FL 34293
  • Cost: Free to attend
  • Website: kidsmarkets.com
  • Category: Family Fun, Other, Free

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 ...

Geraldson's Christmas Market

Come shop local this holiday season! We will have local vendors, coffee, food trucks, and more!

Jesus Birthday Bash with Suncoast Kids

Kids from 3 years old to 5th grade are invited to celebrate Jesus’ birthday! Kids will rotate through stations and ...

Jingle Jam at CoolToday Park

It’s time to celebrate the holidays at CoolToday Park’s 7th Annual Jingle Jam! Experience a tropical twist on the North ...

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, ...

Sensory Santa at Wave Chiropractic

Limited spots, scheduled every 15 minutes. Call our office at 941-242-2732 to reserve their time slot. Join us for a calm, ...

Teddy Bear Ornament Kids Workshops at Home Depot

Join us the first Saturday of each month between 9 am – 12 pm for free in-person Kids Workshops. While ...

Candy Cane Hunt at The Children's Garden

Magic elves have sprinkled different candy canes all over the Garden. Find one of each to fill your goodie bag, ...

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 ...

Santa at PJ's Sandwich Shop

Santa is coming to PJ's! Saturday Dec 6th, 10am-12. Kids free decorating cookies and ornaments and see Santa! (Kids receive a ...

Sarasota Anime-Fest At Sarasota Municipal Auditorium

Join us on Saturday December 6, 2025 for our 3rd Anime-Fest Show here in Sarasota, FL at the Sarasota Municipal ...

Story Trails in the Reading Garden at North Sarasota Library

Stroll through our Reading Garden with your little one as YOU become the storyteller. Enjoy a different book the first ...

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 ...

Lester Family Fun Day at The Center of Anna Maria Island

Old fashioned fun at old-fashioned prices”. The 23rd Annual Lester Family Fun day, generously sponsored each year by Chuck and ...

European Holiday Market

Returning for a second year to the Bradenton Area Convention Center, the European Holiday Market will once again bring old ...

Pictures with Santa and Elsa at Alpha Martial Arts Academy

Pictures with SANTA and ELSA!!!! Join us for an amazing time! There will be treats, games, a raffle, and of ...

Village of the Arts - Art Walk and Market

A place where community and creativity come together in the most colorful way! Our historic cottages are home to award-winning ...

Village of the Arts- A Holly Jolly Village Christmas

Experience the magic of the season right here in Bradenton’s Village of the Arts! Save the Date: Friday, December 5 – Shops ...

KidSpace LIVE! Planetarium Shows at The Bishop Museum of Science and Nature

Calling all curious kids! Join us in The Planetarium every month as we highlight a different astronomy topic. During KidSpace ...

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 ...

Santa and Mrs. Claus Photo Op at Tenth Street Coffee

Come to Tenth Street Coffee for Character Photo Ops! 11/29, 12/06- Santa and Mrs. Claus 12:30-2:30pm

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 ...

Sibshops: Fun & Friendship Holiday Party at We Rock the Spectrum Bradenton

Sibshops: Fun & Friendship — Holiday Party! A festive celebration just for siblings of children with disabilities! Hosted by Soul to ...

  • 1:00 pm -  4:00 pm 
  • Location: We Rock The Spectrum, 4744 Cortez Rd. W Bradenton, FL 34210
  • Cost: $25 per child — snacks & supplies included
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Family Fun, Holiday Events

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 ...

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 ...

Christmas on the Farm at the Fandango Sanctuary

Get ready for a magical, family-friendly celebration as Fandango Sanctuary is transformed into a festive holiday wonderland! Hosted by Fandango ...

  • 3:00 pm -  7:00 pm 
  • Location: Fandango Sanctuary, 616 Pinto Trail, Englewood, FL
  • Cost: $15 per person (ages 2 and up) • $60 maximum per family
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Family Fun, Holiday Events

City of North Port's Poinsettia Parade and Festival

Join the City of North Port for a festive celebration of the holiday season at the annual Poinsettia Parade & ...

Holiday Celebration at Ellenton Premium Outlets

Join us Saturday, December 6th for our annual Holiday Celebration from 3 to 6 pm! We will have music, face ...

Palmetto's Christmas in the Park

On Friday, December 5th & Saturday, December 6th from 3 – 7:30 PM, shell-ebrate the holiday season at Palmetto’s Christmas ...

Children's Art Classes Holiday Workshop: The Magic of Art & Technology

Join us for family fun in this creative 2-hour holiday workshop where you’ll design and craft your own shining masterpiece! ...

Santa Claus Meet and Greet at Bricks and Minifigs of Sarasota

“Ho-Ho-Hold onto your hats! Meet, greet, and jingle all the way!” LEGO fun with Santa!

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 ...

Dakin Bull Bash

The Bulls are coming back to Myakka City! Get ready for an action packed night with lots of fun for ...

Winter Wonderland Celebration on Old Main Street Bradenton

A visit to Winter Wonderland in Downtown Bradenton is a magical experience! - Meet Santa and Mrs. Claus for a picture ...

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 ...

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 ...

Family Game Night: Trivia at The Green at UTC

It’s all fun and games at UTC! Join us for Family Game Night on The Green the first Saturday of ...

Venice Christmas Boat Parade

Join us for the Venice Christmas Boat Parade! Boats set sail at 6pm, starting just north of Albee Rd Bridge ...

Wellen Wonderland at Wellen Park

Gather the whole family for an unforgettable holiday celebration in downtown Wellen Park. Santa himself will be on hand to ...

Winterfest North River Charter Academy and Parrish Charter Academy

North River Charter Academy and Parrish Charter Academy are excited to host a celebration of the winter season — and ...

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 ...

Drive Thru Living Nativity at Bethel Mennonite Church

Join us for our Drive-Thru Living Nativity on December 6–7 from 6:30 to 8:30pm. Experience the story of Christ’s life ...

EVO Kids Saturday Night Open Gym

Join us for Open Gym at EVO Gymnastics, held on the 1st and 3rd Saturday of each month from 6:30 ...

  • 6:30 pm -  8:30 pm 
  • Location: 7188 15th St E, Sarasota, FL 34243
  • Cost: Non-Members: $20 | Members: $15
  • Website: portal.iclasspro.com
  • Category: Other

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 ...

Movies in the Park at Centennial Park - Elf

Free, family-friendly movie in the park each month (Dec-Feb)! Bring your chairs and blankets. Brought to you by Venice Institute ...

Open Gym at Lakewood Ranch Gymnastics

Open Gym at Lakewood Ranch Gymnastics provides supervised, unstructured time for children to practice skills, play on equipment, and enjoy ...

Drama Kids of Manasota Seussical Kids

Tickets are officially on sale for Seussical Kids! Join us December 5th-7th in the Jungle of Nool and see if ...

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 ...

Sarasota Holiday Parade

The Annual Downtown Sarasota Holiday Parade will be held on Saturday, December 6, 2025, at 7 p.m. It will begin ...

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,” ...

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