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Sensory SEA at Mote Marine Laboratory and Aquarium

Mote Science Education Aquarium will open its doors an hour early exclusively for individuals with sensory processing differences or autism ...

  • 8:30 am -  9:30 pm 
  • Location: Mote Science Education Aquarium 225 University Town center Dr. Sarasota, 34243
  • Cost: See Site
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Family Fun

AME Dolphin Dash 5K and Fin's Fun Run

A BEACH FUN RUN AND 5K for all ages and fitness levels - Benefiting Anna Maria Elementary School PTO. Join the ...

  • 9:00 am 
  • Location: Coquina Beach, 2650 Guld Drive S, Bradenton Beach, FL
  • Cost: $15-$35
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Family Fun

Hunsader Farms Pumpkin Festival - CANCELLED

Our 35th annual pumpkin festival is going to be here before you know it Oct 10,11,17,18,24,25 9am-5pm Everyday of the Pumpkin Festival consists ...

  • 9:00 am -  5:00 pm 
  • Location: 5500 CR 675, Bradenton, FL 34211
  • Cost: Admission $15 | Parking $5, Children 5-9 $5, Children under 5 Free | CASH ONLY
  • Website: www.hunsaderfarms.com
  • Category: Family Fun

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

Sarasota County Fire Department Station 5 Open House

Join the Sarasota County Fire Department during our monthly free community events! Open Houses are held on the below listed ...

  • 9:00 am -  1:00 pm 
  • Location: Station 5, 400 N. Beneva Road Sarasota.
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: www.scgov.net
  • Category: Family Fun

Saturday Mornings at The Nest at Robinson Preserve

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

Turner's Farm Fall Festival

Petting Zoo, Pony Rides, Tractors, Pumpkin Display, Corn Pit, Bounce House, Family Fun and More!

  • 9:00 am -  8:00 pm 
  • Location: 7301 US Hwy 41 N, Palmetto, FL
  • Cost: $10 per person, 2 and under free
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Family Fun

Shark Pups & Grownups at Mote Marine Laboratory & Aquarium

Shark Pups & Grownups is an early childhood STEM program for kids ages 2 through 5 and their favorite adult. ...

  • 9:30 am - 10:30 am 
  • Location: 225 University Town center Dr. Sarasota,
  • Cost: $22.50 for members, $25 for non-members per child (and one parent/guardian)
  • Website: mote.org
  • Category: Family Fun

Country Critters Fall Festival

Fall Festival is coming to Country Critters! Join us October 10th, 17th, and 24th from 10:00 AM–3:00 PM for a fun ...

  • 10:00 am -  3:00 pm 
  • Location: Country Critters, 15571 Rutland Road, Parrish, FL
  • Cost: $15 per person for ages 24 months and up
  • Website: www.countrycrittersfl.com
  • Category: Family Fun

Dakin Dairy Farms 3rd Annual Harvest Festival

Dakin Dairy Farms 3rd Annual Harvest Festival offers fun for the whole family on the farm. We have live music ...

  • 10:00 am -  5:00 pm 
  • Location: 30771 Betts Rd, Myakka City, FL 34251
  • Cost: $20 per person | Kids 5 and under free
  • Website: www.dakindairyfarms.com
  • Category: Family Fun

Dive Into Fall at North Port Aquatic Center

Just because summer break is starting to wind down doesn't mean the fun has to! Keep making memories at the ...

  • 10:00 am -  7:30 pm 
  • Location: North Port Aquatic Center, 6207 W Price Blvd, North Port, FL 34291
  • Cost: Regular daily admission applies, and annual passholders receive complimentary admission
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Family Fun

Diverse Fest 2026 at The Harvest Sarasota

Diverse Fest is Sarasota’s annual celebration of inclusion, connection, and community- where art, culture, and humanity come together. This free, ...

  • 10:00 am -  4:00 pm 
  • Location: The Harvest Sarasota, 3650 17th Street, Sarasota, FL 34235
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Family Fun

Englewood Beach Waterfest

Join us for this year's LIVE-STREAMED WATERFEST WEEKEND October 8-11, 2026, held right on Englewood Beach! We anticipate this event ...

  • 10:00 am - 10:00 pm 
  • Location: Englewood Beach, 2100 North Beach Rd., Englewood
  • Cost: $40 at the Gate, $35 Online | Children FREE (17 & Under With Paying Adult)
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Family Fun

FUNducation’s Snack Factory & Gaming Tournament: Celebrating Manufacturing

Bring the whole family for a FREE fun, hands-on event exploring manufacturing, building, snacking, and gaming! Costumes welcome!

  • 10:00 am -  1:00 pm 
  • Location: Dr. Janet Pullen STEAM Center, 420 41st St W, Bradenton, FL 34209
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: www.eventbrite.com
  • Category: Family Fun

Fall Arts & Crafts Fest at CoolToday Park

Join us Saturday, October 10th for the Fall Arts & Crafts Fest 10am-3pm at CoolToday Park- Spring Training Home of ...

  • 10:00 am -  3:00 pm 
  • Location: CoolToday Park, 17974 SW Villages Pkwy, Venice, FL 34293
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Family Fun

Florida Studio Theatre Presents Pinocchio

Wish upon a star and follow Pinocchio on an unforgettable adventure! From curious encounters to daring escapades, this beloved tale ...

Fruitville Grove Pumpkin Festival

Every Weekend in October! October 3rd & 4th, 10th & 11th, 17th & 18th, 24th & 25th, 31st & Nov. 1st Festival ...

  • 10:00 am -  5:00 pm 
  • Location: Fruitville Grove | 7410 Fruitville Rd, Sarasota, FL, 34240
  • Cost: Free admission, $5 parking
  • Website: fruitvillegrovefarm.com
  • Category: Family Fun

Harvest Days at Keel Farms

Harvest Days are coming back to Keel Farms! Celebrate the season with us every Saturday & Sunday in October, until the ...

  • 10:00 am -  3:00 pm 
  • Location: Keel Farms, 5202 Thonotosasssa Rd, Plant City, FL33565
  • Cost: Free admission | $10 parking
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Family Fun

Junior Ranger Saturdays at Myakka River State Park

Join us on the second Saturday of each summer month for Junior Ranger Saturdays, a fun-filled adventure geared toward kids ...

  • 10:00 am - 12:00 pm 
  • Location: Myakka River State Park, 13208 State Road 72, Sarasota, FL 34241
  • Cost: *Regular park admission fees apply ($6 per vehicle, up to 8 people)
  • Website: www.friendsofmyakkariver.org
  • Category: Family Fun

Open Skate at Astro Skate

Join us for Open Family Skate every Saturday!

Sarasota Oktoberfest at Nathan Benderson Park

Welcome to the ultimate weekend of Paddles, Oars, & Pours – Presented by Florida Central Credit Union, featuring the Benderson ...

  • 10:00 am -  4:00 pm 
  • Location: 5851 Nathan Benderson Cir, Sarasota, FL 34235
  • Cost: Admission is free. Parking is $20 per car
  • Website: nathanbendersonpark.org
  • Category: Family Fun

Screamin' Green Hauntoween at Crayola Experience Orlando

Join us for spooky family fun full of holiday happenings! There's so much to "BOO" with a themed scavenger hunt, ...

  • 10:00 am -  6:00 pm 
  • Location: 8001 S. Orange Blossom Trail, Orlando, FL, United States, Florida 32809
  • Cost: $30.99 Single Day Admission
  • Website: www.crayolaexperience.com
  • Category: Family Fun

Tiny Tots at Astro Skate

Saturdays is Tiny Tots Skate at Astro Skate!

Art and Ice Painting Workshop at Coco Joes Italian Ice

ART & ICE IS HERE! Looking for something fun, affordable, and creative to do with the kids on Saturday? Come ...

  • 11:00 am -  1:00 pm 
  • Location: 5120 Manatee Ave W, Bradenton, FL 34209
  • Cost: $5 per artist
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Family Fun

Calm is a Superpower with Mr. Stevey and Friends

Calm Is a Superpower! is a free family event with Mr. Stevey & Friends designed to help children explore simple ...

  • 11:00 am - 12:30 pm 
  • Location: Betty J. Johnson North Sarasota Library, 2801 Newtown Blvd, Sarasota, FL 34234
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: mrsteveyandfriends.com
  • Category: Family Fun

Civil War Reenactment with the Florida Railroad Museum

ALL ABOARD FOR A JOURNEY BACK IN TIME! Experience history in action at the Florida Railroad Museum’s Civil War Reenactment, happening ...

  • 11:00 am 
  • Location: 12210 83rd St E, Parrish, FL 34219
  • Cost: Children(3-11): $20 / Adults: $26
  • Website: facebook.com
  • Category: Family Fun

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 ...

  • 11:00 am - 12:00 pm 
  • Location: Sarasota Square: 8201 S Tamiami Trail, Sarasota, FL 34238
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: www.jcpenney.com
  • Category: Family Fun

Big Top Brewing Presents Bigtoberfest

Welcome To The 3rd Annual Bigtoberfest! Bier, Brezel, Prost! Event Schedule: Contests & Music Live Music by: LIVE DJ (1–4 PM) Stein Hoist 1 ...

  • 11:30 am - 10:00 pm 
  • Location: Big Top Brewing Company, 3045 Fruitville Commons Blvd Sarasota, FL 34240
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Family Fun

Art Center Sarasota Family Saturdays

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

  • 12:00 pm -  3:00 pm 
  • Location: Art Center Sarasota, 707 N. Tamiami Trail, Sarasota, FL 34236
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: www.artsarasota.org
  • Category: Family Fun

Civil War Reenactment with the Florida Railroad Museum

ALL ABOARD FOR A JOURNEY BACK IN TIME! Experience history in action at the Florida Railroad Museum’s Civil War Reenactment, happening ...

  • 2:00 pm 
  • Location: 12210 83rd St E, Parrish, FL 34219
  • Cost: Children(3-11): $20 / Adults: $26
  • Website: facebook.com
  • Category: Family Fun

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 ...

Fall Fest at New Hope Baptist Church

Join us for Fall Fest - Fellowship, Food, & Family Fun. Chili Cook Off, Laser Tag, Trampoline Jump, Obstacle Course, ...

Sarasota Rocktoberfest - CANCELLED DUE TO WEATHER

Join us in downtown Sarasota from October 10 for an unforgettable evening of free live music, amazing food, and refreshing ...

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: ...

  • 6:30 pm - 11:00 pm 
  • Location: Sky Zone Sarasota: 6180 Edgelake Drive, Sarasota, FL 34240
  • Cost: $29-$37
  • Website: www.skyzone.com
  • Category: Family Fun

Selby Gardens Lights at Spooky Point

Don’t miss the chance to see our Historic Spanish Point campus transformed into “Spooky Point” where you can follow an ...

  • 6:30 pm -  9:00 pm 
  • Location: Historic Spanish Point Campus, 401 North Tamiami Trail, Osprey, FL 34229
  • Cost: $24 for members / $34 for non-members / $19 for children (5–17) / Free for 4 and under
  • Website: selby.ticketapp.org
  • Category: Family Fun

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 ...

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