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12October

Hunsader Farms Pumpkin Festival

The 34rd Annual Pumpkin Festival will be here before we know it! Craft Show • Live Music • Live Shows • ...

  • 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

Altitude Trampoline Park Bradenton - Sunday Family Jump

Heads up to all Bradenton families! It's time to bond, laugh, and jump together at Altitude Trampoline Park's Sunday Family ...

  • 10:00 am - 12:00 pm 
  • Location: 201 Cortez Rd W, Bradenton, FL 34207
  • Cost: $18 for 120 Min Jump Pass
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Family Fun

Annual Dakin Dairy Farms Harvest Festival

Come out for some good ole farm fun! Free parking, food trucks, vendors, live music! Included with admission: Corn maze Kid Zone/ Playground Lawn Mower ...

  • 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.facebook.com
  • Category: Family Fun

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 ...

  • 10:00 am 
  • Location: Florida Railroad Museum, 12210 83rd St E., Parrish, FL 34219
  • Cost: See Description
  • Website: www.frrm.org
  • Category: Family Fun

Fruitville Grove Pumpkin Festival

It's that exciting time of the year again. Our 37th annual Pumpkin Festival is right around the corner! Mark your calendars ...

  • 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

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 ...

Screamin' Green Hauntoween at Crayola Experience Orlando

Screamin' Green Hauntoween is back! From Sept. 20 - Oct. 31, come experience SPOOKtacular family fun and WITCHtacular crafts. Creep ...

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

Sunday Kids Art Class at The Makery SRQ

Looking for a space where your child’s creativity can run wild? Our Kids Art Class is all about giving little ...

Free Second Sundays at the Sarasota Art Museum

From 11 am – 4 pm every Second Sunday, The Studios@SAM is open for exploring and hands-on art-ful activities! For ...

Gentle Yoga with the Manatees at The Bishop Museum

Join us at The Bishop for Gentle Yoga with Manatees! Enjoy tranquil views of the manatees being cared for in ...

  • 11:00 am - 12:00 pm 
  • Location: The Bishop Museum of Science and Nature, 201 10th St W Bradenton, FL 34205
  • Cost: $15 for members, $20 for all others
  • Website: bishopscience.org
  • Category: Family Fun

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 ...

  • 11:00 am - 12:15 pm 
  • Location: Kadampa Meditation Center of Florida, 730 N. Washington Blvd. Sarasota, FL 34236
  • Cost: Free, $5 Suggested Donation
  • Website: meditationinsarasota.org
  • Category: Family Fun

Trunk or Treat- Sunday Funday at The Artful Giraffe

Calling all kiddos! Costume TRUNK or TREAT! FREE EVENT! FREE PARKING! A special thanks to our featured guests - Gillespie Park Neighborhood ...

  • 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

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 ...

  • 1:00 pm -  2:30 pm 
  • Location: The Artful Giraffe, 1861 Fruitville Road, Sarasota, FL 34236
  • Cost: $75
  • Website: artfulgiraffe.com
  • Category: Family Fun

Sarasota Ski-A-Rees Water Ski Show

We will have 6 shows this fall from September 28th - November 2nd. 2pm, but arrive a little early to ...

  • 2:00 pm -  3:00 pm 
  • Location: 1602 Ken Thompson Pkwy, Sarasota, FL 34236 (Located behind old Mote Marine Aquarium on City Island)
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Family Fun

Low Dough Skate at Astro Skate

Join us for $4 Skate every Sunday!

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 ...

  • 4:00 pm -  6:00 pm 
  • Location: Pineapple Kitchen Culinary Theater, 4914 Lean Road, Unit 104, Bradenton/Lakewood Ranch, FL 34211
  • Cost: Adults & Children 3 and Up, $62/per person plus tax
  • Website: pineapplekitchenmysteries.com
  • Category: Family Fun

Parrish United Methodist Church Community Fall Festival

An event for the whole family! Games, Music, Treats, Animals, Pumpkin Decorating, Bounce House, Food Trucks and much more!

Park-toberfest at The Bay

Celebrate Oktoberfest – The Bay style! Kick off October with a hoppy twist! No Deutsch required. The DeLeon Family Band returns ...

  • 5:00 pm -  7:00 pm 
  • Location: The Bay Park, 1055 Blvd of the Arts, Sarasota, FL 34236
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: www.eventbrite.com
  • Category: Family Fun

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, ...

  • 5:00 pm -  7:30 pm 
  • Location: Parrish United Methodist Church, 12180 US-301, Parrish, FL, 34219
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: www.eventzilla.net
  • Category: Family Fun

Hip Hop Family Skate at Astro Skate

Join us for Hip Hop Skate night every Sunday!

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 ...

  • 7:00 pm -  9:00 pm 
  • Location: Dorchester Dr, Venice, FL
  • Cost: Free admission, donations welcome
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Family Fun
13October

Little Leapers at Sky Zone Bradenton

Our Littlest Leapers and their parents can enjoy a fun, high-energy play time together, at a special rate! Children 6 & ...

  • 9:00 am - 12:00 pm 
  • Location: Sky Zone Bradenton: 7385 52nd Place E, Bradenton, FL 34203
  • Cost: $18.99
  • Website: www.skyzone.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 ...

  • 9:00 am - 11:00 am 
  • Location: Miss Jodi's School of Dance: 4804 S Tamiami Trail, Sarasota FL 34231
  • Cost: $10 an hour
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Family Fun

Screamin' Green Hauntoween at Crayola Experience Orlando

Screamin' Green Hauntoween is back! From Sept. 20 - Oct. 31, come experience SPOOKtacular family fun and WITCHtacular crafts. Creep ...

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

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

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, ...

  • 4:30 pm -  6:00 pm 
  • Location: Painting With A Twist, 5917 Manatee Avenue W, Suite 209, Bradenton, FL 34209
  • Cost: $30 per person
  • Website: www.paintingwithatwist.com
  • Category: Family Fun

Gecko’s Grill & Pub Bingo Night

It's Bingo Night!! Bring the family or friends and come join in the Monday night fun!

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.”

  • 7:30 pm 
  • Location: Venice Performing Arts Center At Venice High School,1 Indian Avenue Venice, FL 34285
  • Cost: $56 Adult | $31 Youth (0-18 yrs of age)
  • Website: venicetheatre.org
  • Category: Family Fun
14October

Little Leapers at Sky Zone Bradenton

Our Littlest Leapers and their parents can enjoy a fun, high-energy play time together, at a special rate! Children 6 & ...

  • 9:00 am - 12:00 pm 
  • Location: Sky Zone Bradenton: 7385 52nd Place E, Bradenton, FL 34203
  • Cost: $18.99
  • Website: www.skyzone.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 ...

  • 9:00 am - 11:00 am 
  • Location: Miss Jodi's School of Dance: 4804 S Tamiami Trail, Sarasota FL 34231
  • Cost: $10 an hour
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Family Fun

Tuesdays 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

Screamin' Green Hauntoween at Crayola Experience Orlando

Screamin' Green Hauntoween is back! From Sept. 20 - Oct. 31, come experience SPOOKtacular family fun and WITCHtacular crafts. Creep ...

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

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 ...

Tot Time at the George Mullen Activity Center

Calling all little explorers ages 1-5! Tot Time returns on Aug. 14 from 10 a.m. to noon at the George ...

  • 10:00 am - 12:00 pm 
  • Location: George Mullen Activity Center, 1602 Kramer Way, North Port, FL 34286
  • Cost: Residents $3/child | Non-Residents $4/child
  • Website: northportfl.gov
  • Category: Family Fun

Under 2 Playdate at The Flock SRQ

Have a kiddo(s) under 2 years old? Meet other mamas and nannies withs kids the same age! Join us for ...

Theory of Play Open Play - Tuesdays

Theory Of Play, nestled in Sarasota, Florida, is an extraordinary indoor playground designed specifically for young explorers aged 4 to ...

  • 1:30 pm -  5:30 pm 
  • Location: 2970 University Pkwy, Sarasota, FL 34243
  • Cost: Members: Free; Guests: $35 and Siblings $25
  • Website: theoryofplay.com
  • Category: Family Fun

Cow Bingo at Chick-fil-A Creekwood

Join us for monthly Cow Bingo! There will be awesome prizes, food samplings, and a fun community atmosphere. Bring your family and ...

15October

Little Leapers at Sky Zone Bradenton

Our Littlest Leapers and their parents can enjoy a fun, high-energy play time together, at a special rate! Children 6 & ...

  • 9:00 am - 12:00 pm 
  • Location: Sky Zone Bradenton: 7385 52nd Place E, Bradenton, FL 34203
  • Cost: $18.99
  • Website: www.skyzone.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 ...

  • 9:00 am - 11:00 am 
  • Location: Miss Jodi's School of Dance: 4804 S Tamiami Trail, Sarasota FL 34231
  • Cost: $10 an hour
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Family Fun

UTC Kids Club Dance Days with Miss Jodi at The Green

Join us for UTC Kids Club, a weekly lineup of high-energy, interactive experiences for kids. Get moving and grooving this ...

  • 9:00 am - 10:00 am 
  • Location: The Green at UTC, 140 University Town Center, Sarasota, FL
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Family Fun

Theory of Play Open Play (Ages 3-5)

Open Play with Ms. Jazmyn & Team for ages 3-5 on Wednesdays

  • 9:30 am - 10:30 am 
  • Location: Theory of Play, 2970 University Pkwy #202, Sarasota, FL 34243
  • Cost: Members: Free Guests: $35 and Siblings $25
  • Website: theoryofplay.com
  • Category: Family Fun

Theory of Play Open Play - Wednesdays

Theory Of Play, nestled in Sarasota, Florida, is an extraordinary indoor playground designed specifically for young explorers aged 4 to ...

  • 9:30 am -  5:30 pm 
  • Location: 2970 University Pkwy, Sarasota, FL 34243
  • Cost: Members: Free; Guests: $35 and Siblings $25
  • Website: theoryofplay.com
  • Category: Family Fun

Bingo for All in Lakewood Ranch (James Patton Park)

Gather your friends, family, and neighbors because this is the game that brings everyone together! Join us for weekly bingo ...

  • 10:00 am - 11:00 am 
  • Location: 5725 White Eagle Blvd. Lakewood Ranch, FL 34211
  • Cost: $5 Resident / $15 Non-resident
  • Website: mylwr.com
  • Category: Family Fun

Screamin' Green Hauntoween at Crayola Experience Orlando

Screamin' Green Hauntoween is back! From Sept. 20 - Oct. 31, come experience SPOOKtacular family fun and WITCHtacular crafts. Creep ...

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

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 ...

  • 12:00 pm -  3:00 pm 
  • Location: Sky Zone Sarasota: 6180 Edgelake Drive, Sarasota, FL 34240
  • Cost: 2 Hrs of Play = $15 per person
  • Website: www.skyzone.com
  • Category: Family Fun

Threenager Meet Up at The Flock SRQ

Have a kiddo(s) 3 years old? Meet other mamas and nannies withs kids the same age! Join us for this ...

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

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 ...

  • 1:00 pm -  2:30 pm 
  • Location: The Artful Giraffe, 1861 Fruitville Road, Sarasota, FL 34236
  • Cost: $75
  • Website: artfulgiraffe.com
  • Category: Family Fun

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 ...

  • 3:00 pm -  4:30 pm 
  • Location: The Artful Giraffe, 1861 Fruitville Road, Sarasota, FL 34236
  • Cost: $55
  • Website: artfulgiraffe.com
  • Category: Family Fun

Glow Zone Wednesdays 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: ...

  • 3:30 pm -  9:00 pm 
  • Location: Sky Zone Sarasota: 6180 Edgelake Drive, Sarasota, FL 34240
  • Cost: $29-$37
  • Website: www.skyzone.com
  • Category: Family Fun

Ranch Nite Wednesdays at Waterside Place at Lakewood Ranch

Ranch Nite Wednesdays are BACK starting October 1st! Get ready for another unforgettable season at Waterside Place — where Wednesdays ...

  • 6:00 pm -  9:00 pm 
  • Location: Waterside Place, 1561 Lakefront Drive, Lakewood Ranch, FL 34240
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: lakewoodranch.com
  • Category: Family Fun

Bingo at 3 Bridges Brewing

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

  • 6:30 pm -  9:30 pm 
  • Location: 1765 S. Tamiami trl. Venice, FL 34293
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: facebook.com
  • Category: Family Fun

Free Pizza Skate at Astro Skate

Every Wed. in August 6:30-8:30pm Free Pizza Served 1st Hour *$3 for Adult food band

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 ...

  • 6:30 pm - 10:00 pm 
  • Location: Wellen Park: 12275 Mercado Drive, Venice, FL 34293
  • Cost: $5 fee
  • Website: wellenpark.com
  • Category: Family Fun
16October

Little Leapers at Sky Zone Bradenton

Our Littlest Leapers and their parents can enjoy a fun, high-energy play time together, at a special rate! Children 6 & ...

  • 9:00 am - 12:00 pm 
  • Location: Sky Zone Bradenton: 7385 52nd Place E, Bradenton, FL 34203
  • Cost: $18.99
  • Website: www.skyzone.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 ...

  • 9:00 am - 11:00 am 
  • Location: Miss Jodi's School of Dance: 4804 S Tamiami Trail, Sarasota FL 34231
  • Cost: $10 an hour
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Family Fun

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 ...

  • 9:30 am - 10:45 am 
  • Location: Harvest United Methodist Church, 14305 Covenant Way, Lakewood Ranch, FL, 34202
  • Cost: $5 per family/per session
  • Website: www.welcometoharvest.org
  • Category: Family Fun

Screamin' Green Hauntoween at Crayola Experience Orlando

Screamin' Green Hauntoween is back! From Sept. 20 - Oct. 31, come experience SPOOKtacular family fun and WITCHtacular crafts. Creep ...

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

Tot Time at the George Mullen Activity Center

Calling all little explorers ages 1-5! Tot Time returns on Aug. 14 from 10 a.m. to noon at the George ...

  • 10:00 am - 12:00 pm 
  • Location: George Mullen Activity Center, 1602 Kramer Way, North Port, FL 34286
  • Cost: Residents $3/child | Non-Residents $4/child
  • Website: northportfl.gov
  • Category: Family Fun

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

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 ...

  • 12:00 pm -  3:00 pm 
  • Location: Sky Zone Sarasota: 6180 Edgelake Drive, Sarasota, FL 34240
  • Cost: 2 Hrs of Play = $15 per person
  • Website: www.skyzone.com
  • Category: Family Fun

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 ...

Theory of Play Open Play - Thursdays

Theory Of Play, nestled in Sarasota, Florida, is an extraordinary indoor playground designed specifically for young explorers aged 4 to ...

  • 1:30 pm -  5:30 pm 
  • Location: 2970 University Pkwy, Sarasota, FL 34243
  • Cost: Members: Free; Guests: $35 and Siblings $25
  • Website: theoryofplay.com
  • Category: Family 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!

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

UTC Night Market

Join us for UTC Night Market, a monthly outdoor market event featuring live music and a great mix of local ...

  • 6:30 pm -  9:30 pm 
  • Location: 200 N Cattlemen Road, Sarasota, FL 34243
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: utcsarasota.com
  • Category: Family Fun
17October

Little Leapers at Sky Zone Bradenton

Our Littlest Leapers and their parents can enjoy a fun, high-energy play time together, at a special rate! Children 6 & ...

  • 9:00 am - 12:00 pm 
  • Location: Sky Zone Bradenton: 7385 52nd Place E, Bradenton, FL 34203
  • Cost: $18.99
  • Website: www.skyzone.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 ...

  • 9:00 am - 11:00 am 
  • Location: Miss Jodi's School of Dance: 4804 S Tamiami Trail, Sarasota FL 34231
  • Cost: $10 an hour
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Family Fun

Screamin' Green Hauntoween at Crayola Experience Orlando

Screamin' Green Hauntoween is back! From Sept. 20 - Oct. 31, come experience SPOOKtacular family fun and WITCHtacular crafts. Creep ...

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

Theory of Play Open Play - Fridays

Theory Of Play, nestled in Sarasota, Florida, is an extraordinary indoor playground designed specifically for young explorers aged 4 to ...

  • 10:30 am -  5:30 pm 
  • Location: 2970 University Pkwy, Sarasota, FL 34243
  • Cost: Members: Free; Guests: $35 and Siblings $25
  • Website: theoryofplay.com
  • Category: Family Fun

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 ...

  • 12:00 pm -  3:00 pm 
  • Location: Sky Zone Sarasota: 6180 Edgelake Drive, Sarasota, FL 34240
  • Cost: 2 Hrs of Play = $15 per person
  • Website: www.skyzone.com
  • Category: Family Fun

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 ...

  • 3:00 pm 
  • Location: Sarasota Sahib Shrine Event Center, 600 North Beneva Road, Sarasota, FL, 34232
  • Cost: $32.80+
  • Website: www.eventbrite.com
  • Category: Family Fun

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 ...

Goblin Gathering at GT Bray Park

Ghouls just want to have fun! And GT Bray Park is the place for the fa-boo-lous Annual Goblin Gathering for ...

  • 4:00 pm -  8:00 pm 
  • Location: GT Bray Park, 5502 33rd Ave Dr W, Bradenton, FL 34209
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Family Fun

Sarasota Rocktoberfest

Get ready for the ultimate fall celebration at Rocktoberfest, hosted by the Sarasota Downtown Merchants group! Mark your calendars for ...

  • 4:00 pm - 10:00 pm 
  • Location: J.D. Hamel Park, 199 Bayfront Drive, Sarasota, FL
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Family Fun

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 ...

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 ...

  • 6:00 pm -  9:00 pm 
  • Location: 7321 Trade Court, Sarasota, FL 34240
  • Cost: starting at $18.95
  • Website: www.jfipark.com
  • Category: Family Fun

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, ...

  • 6:00 pm - 11:00 pm 
  • Location: The Charlotte County Fairgrounds, 2333 El Jobean Road, Port Charlotte, FL, 33948
  • Cost: $5- $100
  • Website: www.halloweennotte.com
  • Category: Family Fun

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 ...

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

Altitude Trampoline Park Bradenton - Friday Night Friendzy

Friday nights are made for friends. Tag your peeps and come take flight while you kick off the weekend with ...

Teen Night Skate at Astro Skate

Join us for Teen Night Skate every Friday! Recommended for ages 11 & up. *No skate trainers

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Hunsader Farms Pumpkin Festival

The 34rd Annual Pumpkin Festival will be here before we know it! Craft Show • Live Music • Live Shows • ...

  • 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

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, ...

Pumpkin Plunge at North Port Aquatic Center

This family event incorporates traditional harvest-time activities with a new aquatic twist. Participants will have the opportunity to come to ...

  • 9:00 am - 11:00 am 
  • Location: North Port Aquatic Center, 6205 W. Price Blvd., North Port, FL, 34291
  • Cost: $15 per child
  • Website: NorthPortFL.gov
  • Category: Family Fun

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 ...

  • 9:00 am -  1:00 pm 
  • Location: Station 16, 5875 Hummingbird Ave., 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 exploration. Walk the grounds ...

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 ...

Anna Maria Island Bayfest

Bayfest is a huge annual event that’s fun for the whole family. Enjoy food, drinks, music, and more, all with ...

Annual Dakin Dairy Farms Harvest Festival

Come out for some good ole farm fun! Free parking, food trucks, vendors, live music! Included with admission: Corn maze Kid Zone/ Playground Lawn Mower ...

  • 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.facebook.com
  • Category: Family Fun

Fruitville Grove Pumpkin Festival

It's that exciting time of the year again. Our 37th annual Pumpkin Festival is right around the corner! Mark your calendars ...

  • 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

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 ...

  • 10:00 am - 10:30 pm 
  • Location: Astro Skate 3611 3rd St. W., Bradenton, FL
  • Cost: $8 (plus skate rental), Family of 5 for $20 (with one adult.)
  • Website: astroskatingcenter.com
  • Category: Family Fun

Screamin' Green Hauntoween at Crayola Experience Orlando

Screamin' Green Hauntoween is back! From Sept. 20 - Oct. 31, come experience SPOOKtacular family fun and WITCHtacular crafts. Creep ...

  • 10:00 am -  8:00 pm 
  • Location: 8001 S. Orange Blossom Trail, Orlando, FL, United States, Florida 32809
  • Cost: See Description
  • Website: www.crayolaexperience.com
  • Category: Family Fun

Theory of Play Open Play- Saturdays

At Theory of Play, your child’s adventure begins in our thoughtfully designed Oasis, featuring six unique Playscapes that offer endless ...

  • 10:00 am -  2:00 pm 
  • Location: 2970 University Pkwy, Sarasota, FL 34243
  • Cost: Members: Free; Guests: $35 and Siblings $25
  • Website: theoryofplay.com
  • Category: Family Fun

Tiny Tots at Astro Skate

Saturdays is Tiny Tots Skate at Astro Skate!

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 ...

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. ...

  • 11:00 am 
  • Location: 12210 83rd Street E, Parrish, FL
  • Cost: $17 - $21 person
  • Website: www.frrm.org
  • Category: Family Fun

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 ...

Sarasota Rocktoberfest

Get ready for the ultimate fall celebration at Rocktoberfest, hosted by the Sarasota Downtown Merchants group! Mark your calendars for ...

  • 11:00 am - 10:00 pm 
  • Location: J.D. Hamel Park, 199 Bayfront Drive, Sarasota, FL
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Family Fun

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 ...

Arlington Park and Aquatic Complex Pumpkin Splash

You’ve been to a pumpkin patch—but have you ever picked your pumpkin while swimming? Dive into fall fun at our Pumpkin ...

  • 11:30 am -  1:30 pm 
  • Location: Arlington Park & Aquatic Complex, 2650 Waldemere St Sarasota, Florida
  • Cost: $10 per participant/pumpkin
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Family Fun

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 ...

  • 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

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 ...

  • 12:00 pm -  5:00 pm 
  • Location: North Port Aquatic Center, 6205 W. Price Blvd., North Port, FL, 34291
  • Cost: See Description
  • Website: NorthPortFL.gov
  • Category: Family Fun

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 ...

Boo! at The Bay

Join in the fun of this Fourth Annual Halloween Family- and Fan-Favorite event at The Bay which includes a not-so-scary ...

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 ...

  • 5:30 pm -  7:30 pm 
  • Location: The Mall at University Town Center, 140 University Town Center Drive, Sarasota, FL, 34243
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Family Fun

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 ...

  • 5:30 pm -  8:30 pm 
  • Location: 5100 Lakewood Ranch Blvd, Bradenton, FL 34211
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Family Fun

Annual Arcadia Fall Rodeo

Join us this fall at the Mosaic Arena for the 12th Annual Arcadia Fall Rodeo on October 18-19, 2025. Sponsored ...

Fuzzy Tails and Fairy Tales at JJ Fox's Treehouse

Fright free fun with JJ and his crew of Woodland friends for candy, games, prizes and more.

  • 6:00 pm -  8:00 pm 
  • Location: 907 57th Street E, Bradenton, FL
  • Cost: $30/child, adults always free
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Family Fun

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 ...

  • 6:00 pm -  9:00 pm 
  • Location: 7321 Trade Court, Sarasota, FL 34240
  • Cost: starting at $18.95
  • Website: www.jfipark.com
  • Category: Family Fun

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, ...

  • 6:00 pm - 11:00 pm 
  • Location: The Charlotte County Fairgrounds, 2333 El Jobean Road, Port Charlotte, FL, 33948
  • Cost: $5- $100
  • Website: www.halloweennotte.com
  • Category: Family Fun

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 ...

  • 6:00 pm -  8:00 pm 
  • Location: 209 7th St W, Palmetto, FL 34221
  • Cost: Free to attend
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Family Fun

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 ...

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

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 ...

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 ...

  • 7:00 pm -  9:00 pm 
  • Location: Dorchester Dr, Venice, FL
  • Cost: Free admission, donations welcome
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Family Fun
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