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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 ...

Sarasota Medieval Fair 2025

Welcome one and all to weekends of exciting tournaments, scrumptious feasts, & pure family fun at the Sarasota Medieval Fair! ...

  • 10:00 am -  5:30 pm 
  • Location: Woods of Mallaranny 29847 FL-70 East Myakka City, FL 34251
  • Cost: $26.95 for Adults and $16.95 for children. | Other ticket packages available. Visit website for details.
  • Website: www.sarasotamedievalfair.com
  • Category: Family Fun

Halloween at Self Defense Emporium

A different kind of Halloween awaits! Join us at Self Defense Emporium for an unforgettable Halloween experience featuring a thrilling ...

Sarasota Fall Festival and Carnival at University Town Center

Join us for the incredible Fall Festival & Carnival at The Mall at University Town Center presented by Florida Blue ...

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 ...

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 ...

Forty Carrots PARTNERS IN PLAY® Elsie Quirk Library

Drop in to enjoy special uninterrupted play time with your child in our FREE Partners In Play® (PIP) groups. Meet our ...

Forty Carrots PARTNERS IN PLAY® Venice Public Library

Drop in to enjoy special uninterrupted play time with your child in our FREE Partners In Play® (PIP) groups. Meet our ...

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.

Social Circle at The Flock SRQ

Discover the joy of building a supportive community of friends who share the adventure of parenthood. From laughter-filled coffee chats ...

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, ...

Gecko’s Grill & Pub Bingo Night

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

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 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 ...

POP-UP: Storytime at Longboat Key

Join the Pop-Up library staff at The Longboat Key Town Center Green for stories, songs and rhymes, and more!

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 ...

Altitude Trampoline Park Bradenton - Sensory Play Day

Same high-flying fun in a lower noise setting. Experience smaller crowds, softer music, and zero strobe lights in a sensory-friendly ...

Forty Carrots PARTNERS IN PLAY® North Port Library

Drop in to enjoy special uninterrupted play time with your child in our FREE Partners In Play® (PIP) groups. Meet our ...

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!

Bishop After Hours and Asolo Rep on Tour Presents Alice in Wonderland

Asolo Rep on Tour presents a modern twist on classic literature. Dive down the rabbit hole with a brand-new 45-minute ...

  • 7:00 pm -  8:00 pm 
  • Location: The Bishop Museum of Science and Nature, 210 10th St West, Bradenton, FL 34205
  • Cost: $20/$10 Members/Members child 5-11 | $25/$15 Non-Members/Non-Members child 5-11.
  • Website: bishopscience.org
  • Category: Family Fun, Shows & Concerts

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

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

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

Parenting Matters Musical Motion at Mothers Helping Mothers

Musical Motion is for parents/caregivers and their children, ages 0-5. Musical Motion is a fun parent-child learn & play class ...

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 ...

Sensory Play Date with Mrs. Bench at The Flock SRQ

Join us and the “fidget lady” Mrs. Bench @mrs.bench_fidgettoysplus for a sensory slime, play date! Wednesday November 5th 12:30 PM for ...

  • 12:30 pm 
  • Location: The Flock SRQ:1977 Brother Geenen Way, Sarasota, FL 34236
  • Cost: $25/class or $15 with membership
  • Website: theflocksrq.com
  • Category: Family Fun, Classes

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 ...

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 ...

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 ...

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- ...

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 ...

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 ...

Manatee County Charter School Fair

Parrish Charter Academy is excited to welcome you to the Manatee County Charter School Fair TONIGHT from 5:30 PM – ...

Boys and Girls 3rd-8th Basketball Open Gym

Tuesdays and Thursdays September to November!

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

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

Homeschool Friday Tours at The Ringling

Homeschool families, we’ve heard you! If you don’t have a group of 10 or more students, you can still enjoy ...

Mixon Farms Community Day

Join us for a "Passing of the Key" event from Mixon Fruit Farms to Manatee County, Friday, November 7, at ...

ROAR at The Ringling

ROAR! is our free storytime that connects art with early literacy. At this program, we read together, make art, and ...

Little Disciples Music Class at The Flock SRQ

A faith based music class for you and your littles! We are teaming up with our friends at Little Disciples Preschool ...

  • 10:45 am - 11:15 am 
  • Location: The Flock SRQ: 1977 Brother Geenen Way, Sarasota, FL 34236
  • Cost: $25 per child, siblings $12.50 Members FREE!
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: 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

Festival of the Skeletons (Dia de los Muertos) in the Village of the Arts

Explore an incredible array of shrines and altars featured in the galleries throughout the Village. This year, we will be ...

Homeschool Skate at Astro Skate

1st Friday of the month is homeschool skate!

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 ...

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 ...

Critter Connection at Leo&Lucky’s Parrish

Bringing hands-on animal learning directly into the community. Through a renovated shuttle bus turned mobile classroom, Farmhouse Animal & Nature ...

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 ...

Rhea Lana's of Sarasota Pre-Sale Fall and Winter Event

You are invited to shop at Rhea Lana's of Sarasota, we are the Nation's Premier Children's Consignment Event! Hundreds of local ...

  • 12:30 pm -  6:30 pm 
  • Location: Robarts Arena, 3000 Ringling Blvd, Sarasota, FL 34237
  • Cost: Pre-sale tickets: $10-60+
  • Website: events.humanitix.com
  • Category: Other, Free

Creation Station at North Port Library

Are you curious about our Creation Station? Join us for Open Lab, where library patrons can explore and experiment with ...

Parenting Matters Musical Motion at Palmetto Library

Musical Motion is for parents/caregivers and their children, ages 0-5. Musical Motion is a fun parent-child learn & play class ...

Suncoast Science/Fab Lab Homeschool Workshop

The Fab Lab is excited to launch a pilot series of homeschool drop-off workshops. These project-focused sessions are designed to ...

Motor & Movement Games Club at Theory of Play

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

Harvest Festival at Calvary Baptist Church

Join us for our Annual Harvest Festival on Friday, November 7, from 5:30–8:30 PM! Bring the whole family for an ...

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

Manatee Movie Night at Parrish Community Park

New Series! Grab a blanket or chair and join other families for a movie under the stars this November, December ...

Bashaw Elementary Fall Carnival

Past, current, and future Bobcats - Help Bashaw Elementary celebrate four decades of teaching and learning excellence.

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, ...

Rhea Lana's of Sarasota Pre-Sale Fall and Winter Event

You are invited to shop at Rhea Lana's of Sarasota, we are the Nation's Premier Children's Consignment Event! Hundreds of local ...

  • 9:00 am -  2:00 pm 
  • Location: Robarts Arena, 3000 Ringling Blvd, Sarasota, FL 34237
  • Cost: Pre-sale tickets: $10-60+
  • Website: events.humanitix.com
  • Category: Other, Free

Traffic Safety and on Road Bike Ride

Bring the whole family for a fun-filled morning, promoting safety and healthy living! Traffic Trivia & Ice Cream Giveaway to test ...

Pop-Up: Story Time at the Bay

Join the Pop-Up library staff at The Bay Park for stories, songs and rhymes, and more!

Sarasota Medieval Fair 2025

Welcome one and all to weekends of exciting tournaments, scrumptious feasts, & pure family fun at the Sarasota Medieval Fair! ...

  • 10:00 am -  5:30 pm 
  • Location: Woods of Mallaranny 29847 FL-70 East Myakka City, FL 34251
  • Cost: $26.95 for Adults and $16.95 for children. | Other ticket packages available. Visit website for details.
  • Website: www.sarasotamedievalfair.com
  • Category: Family Fun

Family Day Featuring Ben Clanton at Fruitville Library

Enjoy Family Day fun with author-illustrator Ben Clanton, author of the popular Narwhal and Jelly series. There will also be ...

Fall Carnival at Kiddie Academy of Lakewood Ranch

Join us at our Fall Carnival Saturday, November 8th, from 11 AM to 1 PM for a day filled with ...

  • 11:00 am -  1:00 pm 
  • Location: Kiddie Academy of Lakewood Ranch, 4225 Concept Ct. Bradenton, FL 34211
  • Cost: Activities are Free, Food Truck available for Purchase
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Family Fun, Free

Festival of the Skeletons (Dia de los Muertos) in the Village of the Arts

Explore an incredible array of shrines and altars featured in the galleries throughout the Village. This year, we will be ...

Suncoast Largest Food Truck Festival at UTC

Suncoast Largest Food Truck Festival is returning to Sarasota, FL for UTC's annual "Santa's Grand Arrival" Parade on November 8th, ...

Tons of Fun Touch-a-Truck at North River Ranch

This family-friendly day is a chance for kids (of all ages) to climb into, pretend to drive, play with sirens, ...

Waypoint Artisan Market

Waypoint Artisan Market 2025- 2026 Season (2nd Saturday of the Month) 11:00am-3:00pm Live Music w/ Luke Andrews & Matt Beck! Kids Activities! Fur-Baby Friendly! Restaurant ...

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 ...

Regulate Together: Yoga and Somatic Workshop for Moms and Kids

Overwhelmed, overstimulated, or in a chronic bad mood? It's not your fault! Most of us exist in a dysregulated state, which ...

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 ...

First Brethren Church of Sarasota Fall Festival

Games, inflatables, food, and fun. All free!

Lakewood Ranch Wind Ensemble Veterans' Concert

Join the Lakewood Ranch Wind Ensemble and Ring Sarasota for a powerful musical tribute to the men and women who ...

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 ...

Pages in the Park at Parrish Community Park

Hey Manatee County! Join readers of all ages at Parrish Community Park (7550 Fort Hamer Road) for a joyful celebration ...

Santa's Grand Arrival Parade at UTC Mall

Get ready to ring in the holidays at Santa’s Grand Arrival Parade on Saturday, November 8. The merry celebration along ...

Rhea Lana's of Sarasota Fall and Winter Event

You are invited to shop at Rhea Lana's of Sarasota, we are the Nation's Premier Children's Consignment Event! Hundreds of local ...

  • 5:00 pm - 10:00 pm 
  • Location: Robarts Arena, 3000 Ringling Blvd, Sarasota, FL 34237
  • Cost: Free admission
  • Website: events.humanitix.com
  • Category: Other, Free

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 ...

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