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12October

Civil War Re-enactment at the Florida Railroad Museum

History Comes to Life with the Civil War Re-enactment at the Florida Railroad Museum located in Parrish FL! Come early to ...

Peter Pan at Florida Studio Theatre

Take flight with Peter, Wendy, and Tinker Bell on a journey to Neverland – where pirates roam, fairies sparkle, and ...

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 ...

Dr. Pineapple's Spooky Laboratory Family Mystery Dinner

Dr. Pineapple’s Spooky Laboratory Family Mystery Dinner Show (Ages 3+) Fun for the whole Family! Note: This show is for children ...

TMWC Parrish X Family Pumpkin Festival

Parrish United Methodist Church is hosting a free community Fall Festival. There will be inflatables, face painting, hayrides, pumpkin decorating, ...

Swamp Creep Venice Original Haunted House

Being the kids the whole family local fun haunted house Dare to enter… if you dare! Bring the kids, bring the ...

13October

Mom's Walk or Run Meetup at The Roots Health Centers

Join us for a fun-filled morning at The Roots Health Centers! This in-person event is specially designed for moms who ...

Strike Zone Youth Baseball Clinic

School's Out! Let's Play Baseball! Players will work on skill development and fundamentals in a fun, camp-like setting. Our clinics are ...

  • 9:00 am -  1:00 pm 
  • Location: 6207 McIntosh Rd., Sarasota, FL 34238
  • Cost: $60 Per Player/Per Day ~ Pizza Lunch Included.
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Other, Classes

Toddler Open Play at Miss Jodi's School of Dance

Ready for some indoor fun for the littles? Join us for soft play DAILY 9am-11am. We provide a fun, active, and ...

Tummy Time at The Flock SRQ

“Tummy Time” an engaging and nurturing class designed to support your baby’s growth and development during their critical early months.

Columbus Day Pasta Pig Out at Astro Skate

Free all you can eat pasta for the first 30 minutes! Christopher Columbus coloring contest winner gets a free birthday party

  • 1:00 pm -  5:00 pm 
  • Location: Astro Skate 3611 3rd St. W., Bradenton, FL
  • Cost: $8+ Rental
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Family Fun

Brain + Body Builders at The Flock SRQ

Get ready to wiggle, giggle, and explore! Sensory Scientists is a hands-on class designed to spark curiosity and support early ...

Kitchen Helpers at The Flock SRQ

Little chefs in the making! Join us for Kitchen Helpers, our new Montessori-style class where toddlers (ages 1-4) get hands-on ...

Afterschool Art Adventures at Painting With A Twist Bradenton

Give your child the creative outlet they crave with our weekly Afterschool Art Program! Designed for ages 7 to 15, ...

Swift Tribute Band at Venice Theatre

Swift Tribute Band is a high-energy tribute band covering all of Taylor Swift’s hits across all of her ”eras.”

14October

The Market at Nathan Benderson Park

Eat Drink and Shop with us at this brand new midweek market right in heart of our beloved Nathan Benderson ...

  • 9:00 am -  2:00 pm 
  • Location: Nathan Benderson Park, 5851 Nathan Benderson Cir Sarasota, FL 34235
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Family Fun

Toddler Open Play at Miss Jodi's School of Dance

Ready for some indoor fun for the littles? Join us for soft play DAILY 9am-11am. We provide a fun, active, and ...

Toddler Music at Lakewood Ranch Music Academy

Hey mamas! Looking for a cool (literally!) activity for your little one? Join us for Toddler Music Class at Lakewood ...

Baby Massage at The Flock SRQ

The Flock - Where Wellness and Play Meet: Join our Baby Massage Class for a soothing and bonding experience with your ...

The Berenstain Bears and the Ghost of the Forest at The Children's Garden

Is it really a ghost—or just Papa Bear? Enjoy this not-so-scary story, then decorate your own dancing ghost puppet. This program ...

  • 11:00 am - 11:30 am 
  • Location: 1670 10th Way, Sarasota, FL 34236
  • Cost: Included with Admission
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Family Fun

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 ...

Toddler Dance at The Flock SRQ

The Flock - Where Wellness and Play Meet: A delightful and engaging dance class designed specifically for our youngest dancers aged ...

Amazing Athletes at The Flock SRQ

Amazing Athletes is coming to The Flock! Amazing Athletes is join The Flock SRQ to provide your littles ones a ...

EVO Gymnastics Recess Remix

Looking for a fun, active indoor recess alternative for your homeschooler? Recess Remix is the perfect way to get the ...

Art Club at Theory of Play

The Art Club kids have a love for stretching creative opportunities. This group meets weekly to dig a bit deeper ...

  • 3:30 pm -  4:00 pm 
  • Location: 2970 University Pkwy, Sarasota, FL 34243
  • Cost: Members free, Trial Class $35/ includes plenty of time to explore in the playscapes.
  • Website: theoryofplay.com
  • Category: Classes

Messy Play at The Flock SRQ

Explore, create, and learn through our engaging Baby & Toddler Messy Play class! Designed for curious minds aged 10m to ...

Boys and Girls 3rd-8th Basketball Open Gym

Tuesdays and Thursdays September to November!

15October

Toddler Open Play at Miss Jodi's School of Dance

Ready for some indoor fun for the littles? Join us for soft play DAILY 9am-11am. We provide a fun, active, and ...

Cuddle and Song Infant Music Class with Playdate Harmonies

Cuddle and Song – An Infant Music Class Created especially for little ones from newborn to walking, this gentle class is ...

Tot Time Wednesdays Open Gym at Arlington Park

Bring your little ones for a morning of fun, movement, and social play! Tot Time is the perfect opportunity for ...

  • 9:30 am - 11:00 am 
  • Location: Arlington Park & Aquatic Complex, 2650 Waldemere St, Sarasota, FL 34239
  • Cost: $5/session
  • Website:
  • Category: Ongoing Programs, Classes

Homeschool Happy Hours at Distractions on the Island

Homeschool Happy Hours – Every Wednesday! Calling all homeschool families! Join us every Wednesday for Homeschool Happy Hours – a perfect ...

  • 10:00 am -  1:00 pm 
  • Location: 5306 Holmes Blvd, Suite 800, Holmes Beach, FL
  • Cost: Students and their Teacher of Record receive 10% off your total
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Ongoing Programs, Other

Bundles of Joy with Second Chance Last Opportunity

Bundles Of Joy is celebrating moms this October. Supplies for babies and moms! Preregistration is required for local moms.

  • 10:30 am -  2:00 pm 
  • Location: 1933 Dr Martin Luther King Way, Sarasota, FL 34234
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Other, Free

Mini Music Makers with Playdate Harmonies

"Mini Music Makers" is a Toddler Music Class for children ages 3 and under (older siblings welcome to attend). We ...

LEGO Club at Theory of Play

Calling all Lego Masters! Brick by Brick, this club is for all levels of brick builders, ages 6 -10. Weekly, ...

  • 11:00 am - 11:30 am 
  • Location: 2970 University Pkwy, Sarasota, FL 34243
  • Cost: Members Free; Drop in $35 includes playtime in all six playscapes for 90 minutes of endless fun.
  • Website: theoryofplay.com
  • Category: Ongoing Programs, Classes

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 ...

P.E. and Play at Sky Zone Sarasota

Looking for a fun, active way to meet your homeschool P.E. requirements? Join us for P.E. + Play, a special ...

Homeschool Wednesdays at Canvas and Clay Art Studio

Homeschool Wednesdays at Canvas & Clay! Calling all homeschool families! Every Wednesday from 1–3 PM, your group can enjoy 10% ...

  • 1:00 pm -  3:00 pm 
  • Location: 839 8th Ave W, Palmetto, FL 34221
  • Cost: 10% off for homeschool groups
  • Category: Family Fun, Ongoing Programs

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 ...

Theory of Play Homeschool Hangout Days

We encourage you to invite friends, use your buddy pass (if you are a member), share, and build community in ...

  • 2:00 pm -  4:00 pm 
  • Location: 2970 University Pkwy, Sarasota, FL 34243
  • Cost: Members Free. Drop in $35 includes playtime in all six playscapes for 90 minutes of endless fun.
  • Website: theoryofplay.com
  • Category: Ongoing Programs, Classes

Fun with Watercolors at The Artful Giraffe

Learn the art of watercolor In this class, our instructor will walk you through the basics of watercolor painting! You'll paint on ...

Bingo at 3 Bridges Brewing

Your favorite Beer & Bingo spot is at it again! We start calling numbers every Wednesday at 6:30pm

Wellen Wednesday’s Drop-In Cornhole

Join us for Wellen Wednesdays every Wednesday night in Downtown Wellen for drop-in cornhole! Play a game or two with ...

16October

Toddler Open Play at Miss Jodi's School of Dance

Ready for some indoor fun for the littles? Join us for soft play DAILY 9am-11am. We provide a fun, active, and ...

Fit4Mom Body Ignite at Greenbrook Adventure Park

Body Ignite is a 45-minute kid-free strength workout that targets every muscle in your body. This easy-to-follow program will increase ...

Open Play at The Roots Health Centers

Join us at The Roots Health Centers for a fun-filled Open Play event catered to our littlest ones! This in-person ...

Stay and Play at Harvest United Methodist Church

Calling all stay-at-home moms, dads, and caregivers! Come out to Stay & Play for a fun and engaging morning of ...

Music with Miss Amber at The Flock SRQ

Music with Amber! Amber is a children’s music teacher who focuses on kids and all musical instruments! Class Times: 10 AM: 0- ...

Bundles of Joy with Second Chance Last Opportunity

Bundles Of Joy is celebrating moms this October. Supplies for babies and moms! Preregistration is required for local moms.

Open Play Gym at GTFL Athletics

Every Thursday from 10:00AM-12:00PM(Noon) Come in and play with your child! Parent signed waiver form required to play (no exceptions). ​ ​ Parent supervision out ...

Baby Sign Language Class at The Flock SRQ

The Flock - Where Wellness and Play Meet: Join us for our baby sign language class! For 0-2 yrs. Register online

Fun To Be Fit Kids "littles" Storytime at Fruitville Library

For infants to five years, attending with caregiver. The storytime includes simple stories, nursery rhymes, songs, fingerplays, and crafts. Space ...

Storytime Adventures at Fruitville Library

For infants to five years, attending with caregiver. The storytime includes simple stories, nursery rhymes, songs, fingerplays, and crafts. Space ...

Pumpkin Painting at The Children's Garden

Paint it silly, spooky, or sweet, it’s your pumpkin masterpiece! Thanks to Detwiler’s, every child can take home their very ...

  • 11:00 am - 11:30 am 
  • Location: 1670 10th Way, Sarasota, FL 34236
  • Cost: $3 donation + admission
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Family Fun

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 ...

P.E. and Play at Sky Zone Sarasota

Looking for a fun, active way to meet your homeschool P.E. requirements? Join us for P.E. + Play, a special ...

EVO Gymnastics Recess Remix

Looking for a fun, active indoor recess alternative for your homeschooler? Recess Remix is the perfect way to get the ...

Toddler Storytime at Canvas and Clay Art Studio

Toddler Story Time at Canvas & Clay! Join us every 3rd Thursday of the month at 1 PM for a fun ...

Thur-Slay Thrills at Arts A Blaze Studio

Join us Thursday evenings for lowkey spooky nights featuring a family friendly Halloween film and freshly popped popcorn!

Boys and Girls 3rd-8th Basketball Open Gym

Tuesdays and Thursdays September to November!

Dueling Pianos Night at Wellen Park

Enjoy the sight and sounds of Dueling Pianos in Downtown Wellen Park on the third Thursday of the month! These ...

Kids Night at Plaza Mexico Restaurant

Join us for Kids Night at Plaza de Toro Mexico in Sarasota every Thursday from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. ...

  • 6:00 pm -  8:00 pm 
  • Location: Plaza Mexico Restaurant, 1894 Stickney Point Road, Sarasota, FL
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: facebook.com
  • Category: Family Fun, Free
17October

Toddler Open Play at Miss Jodi's School of Dance

Ready for some indoor fun for the littles? Join us for soft play DAILY 9am-11am. We provide a fun, active, and ...

Bodybar Mommy and Me Workouts at The Flock SRQ

Where are our pilates mamas at??? Our favorite local pilates studio, Bodybar Sarasota, brings a special Mommy + Me workout to ...

  • 10:00 am - 10:30 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

Babywearing Dance Class at The Flock SRQ

Baby wearing dance class is back and will be more fun than ever! Join Mariah + Eloise on Fridays at ...

Drawing Club at Theory of Play

This popular club is geared towards our children 5 – 10. Secretly working on motor skills, children find the power ...

  • 11:00 am - 12:00 pm 
  • Location: 2970 University Pkwy, Sarasota, FL 34243
  • Cost: Members free; Trial Class $35/ includes plenty of time to explore in the playscapes.
  • Website: www.signupgenius.com
  • Category: Classes

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 ...

P.E. and Play at Sky Zone Sarasota

Looking for a fun, active way to meet your homeschool P.E. requirements? Join us for P.E. + Play, a special ...

Shards of Skelly Fairytale Makeover Bubble Show

A magical Halloween theater show for children and families, touring across 8 cities in the U.S. Join Skelly in a ...

Motor & Movement Games Club at Theory of Play

Motor & Movement Games Club with Ms. Jazz. Ages: 5 -10

Complimentary Pumpkin Painting at Cha Cha Coconuts

Complimentary Pumpkin Painting for Kids We’re celebrating the season with Complimentary Pumpkin Painting for Kids, the perfect way to kick ...

Sun Fiesta at Centennial Park

A family fun event presented by the Women’s Sertoma Club of Venice. Saturday bed races at 8 a.m. and parade ...

Kid's Night Out at Arts A Blaze Studio

Each Friday night from 5:30-8PM your child will enjoy pottery painting and themed crafts while you catch a movie or ...

Rock Wall Open Gym at Englewood YMCA

Ever noticed that there is a 30-foot rock wall in the lobby of the Y? Well, now is your chance ...

  • 5:30 pm -  7:00 pm 
  • Location: Englewood YMCA, 701 Medical Boulevard Englewood, FL 34223
  • Cost: Free for members or $5 daily drop-in fee for non-members.
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Ongoing Programs, Other

Coder School Kids Night Out - Super Smash Bros Tournament

Drop off the kids for a fun night of Super Smash Bros. on our big screen TV's. Don't worry about ...

Halloween Notte at Charlotte County Fairgrounds

Halloween Notte is the ultimate Halloween festival for all ages! Experience chills and thrills with our Haunted House TOYLAND TERROR, ...

Discover Sarasota Tours The BooMobile - A Halloween Musical Trolley Tour!

Hop on board for a fun, family-friendly Halloween party on the trolley! Children and parents, join us for a 45-minute ...

Pumpkin Painting Parent's Night Out at Alpha Martial Arts Academy

We provide the pizza, pumpkins, painting and an amazing evening! All proceeds donated to the Forward Community Church to go ...

  • 7:00 pm - 10:00 pm 
  • Location: 6849 Buffalo Road, Palmetto, FL, 34221
  • Cost: Donation
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Other

Haunted House at Sun Outdoors Sarasota

A haunted house offers a thrilling experience filled with spooky decorations, eerie sounds, and jump scares that bring your worst ...

18October

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 ...

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 ...

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, ...

Sarasota County Fire Department Station 16 Open House

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

Sun Fiesta at Centennial Park

A family fun event presented by the Women’s Sertoma Club of Venice. Saturday bed races at 8 a.m. and parade ...

Urban Air Adventure Park Sarasota Grand Opening

Our official Grand Opening is happening October 18th—and you do NOT want to miss these epic promotions: Be one of the ...

  • 10:00 am 
  • Location: 6750 Professional Parkway Sarasota, FL 34240
  • Cost: Ultimate $39.99 | Deluxe $29.99 | $15.99 Shorty 40* (Deluxe access for children 40” & under)
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Family Fun

White Diamond Nursery Fall Festival

Games and crafts, food truck, goat feeding, touch a truck, pumpkins and bounce house! Admission is free, come and join the ...

Customer Appreciation Day at Detwiler's Farm Market

Join us for customer appreciation day next Saturday the 18th! As a way to show our appreciation to all of ...

Florida Railroad Museum Weekend Train Rides

Founded in 1982, the Florida Railroad Museum's mission is to acquire, preserve and operate historic examples of Florida's railroad history. ...

Pumpkin Decorating Contest at Smiley Face Cafe

We are “THRILLED” to host our first event on ~SATURDAY OCTOBER 18~ a pumpkin decorating contest! We will provide art ...

That's Amore Fall Home Tour at Vistera of Venice

Join us at Vistera of Venice for the inaugural That’s Amore Fall Home Tour on Saturday, October 18, from 11 ...

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 ...

Monster Mash and Splash at North Port Aquatic Center

Join us for a hauntingly fun afternoon as the Aquatic Center is transformed with Halloween decorations and spooky characters. Enjoy ...

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 ...

Stone Crab Palooza at Walt's Fish Market

Live Music, fresh local Stone Crab, raffle prizes, drink specials and much more! Bring your family and friends for a ...

  • 3:00 pm -  7:00 pm 
  • Location: 4144 S Tamiami Trl, Sarasota, FL
  • Cost: Free to attend
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Family Fun

Anna Maria Elementary Fall Festival

Anna Maria Elementary Fall Festival! Music, Food, Games, Laser Tag, Bounce Houses, Bake Sale and more!

Trunk-or-Treat at Parrish Veterinary Clinic

Come join us for Trunk - or - Treat in the old Parrish Veterinary Clinic parking lot on Saturday, October ...

Trunk or Treat at Primrose School at Wellen Park

Join us for the First Annual Trunk or Treat at Primrose School at Wellen Park! Open to the community Bring the ...

Frightfully Fun Trick-or-Treat at The Mall at UTC

Calling all goblins and ghouls! Dress in your favorite costume* and follow the Trick-or-Treat Trail, scaring up goodies from your ...

Lakewood Ranch YMCA Trunk or Treat

Get ready for a spooktacular evening! Join us for our annual Trunk or Treat. Dress in your best costume and come ...

Halloween Notte at Charlotte County Fairgrounds

Halloween Notte is the ultimate Halloween festival for all ages! Experience chills and thrills with our Haunted House TOYLAND TERROR, ...

Pirates and Princesses Costume Party at The Great Pumpkin Patch of Palmetto

Pirates & Princess at The Great Pumpkin Patch of Palmetto Ahoy, mateys and fair royalty! Join us for a magical ...

Discover Sarasota Tours The BooMobile - A Halloween Musical Trolley Tour!

Hop on board for a fun, family-friendly Halloween party on the trolley! Children and parents, join us for a 45-minute ...

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

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 ...

Swamp Creep Venice Original Haunted House

Being the kids the whole family local fun haunted house Dare to enter… if you dare! Bring the kids, bring the ...

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