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15December

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

Discover Sarasota Tours Christmas Carol Trolley

Christmas Carol Trolley is a holiday tour of music and lights! This holiday favorite is a 75-minute family-friendly show filled ...

  • 5:30 pm -  8:45 pm 
  • Location: Discover Sarasota Tours, 1826 4th St, Sarasota, FL 34236
  • Cost: Child Under 12 $ 34.99 | Adult 12+ $ 58.99
  • Website: www.discoversarasotatours.com
  • Category: Family Fun

Chanukah on Main Street in Lakewood Ranch

Join Chabad of Bradenton & Lakewood Ranch for a Chanukah Celebration featuring World Renowned Israeli Singer and Entertainer Yoel Sharabi. Live ...

  • 6:00 pm -  8:00 pm 
  • Location: 8100 Lakewood Main Street, Lakewood Ranch, FL, 34202
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: lakewoodranch.com
  • Category: Family Fun

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 ...

  • 6:30 pm 
  • Location: 1534 Mound St, Sarasota FL 34236
  • Cost: $19+ (children 0-4 free)
  • Website: selby.org
  • 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!

16December

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

No Bake Cooking Class at We Rock The Spectrum Bradenton

Our No Bake Cooking Class is back on December 16th at 10AM, and this time we’re making festive Oreo Ornaments! ...

  • 10:00 am 
  • Location: We Rock The Spectrum, 4744 Cortez Rd. W Bradenton, FL 34210
  • Cost: $30 per child OR $10 with membership
  • 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 ...

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!

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 ...

Santa Visit at The Soar Lab

Santa is visiting the Soar Lab! Santa is a tinkerer! Come visit the Soar Lab and ask him all about his ...

  • 4:30 pm -  6:30 pm 
  • Location: 6423 9th St E, Bradenton, FL 34203
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: soarin4.org
  • Category: Family Fun

Discover Sarasota Tours Christmas Carol Trolley

Christmas Carol Trolley is a holiday tour of music and lights! This holiday favorite is a 75-minute family-friendly show filled ...

  • 5:30 pm -  8:45 pm 
  • Location: Discover Sarasota Tours, 1826 4th St, Sarasota, FL 34236
  • Cost: Child Under 12 $ 34.99 | Adult 12+ $ 58.99
  • Website: www.discoversarasotatours.com
  • Category: Family Fun

Holiday Bingo Night at Chick-fil-A Creekwood

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

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 ...

  • 6:30 pm 
  • Location: 1534 Mound St, Sarasota FL 34236
  • Cost: $19+ (children 0-4 free)
  • Website: selby.org
  • Category: Family Fun
17December

Breakfast with the Grinch at the Arlington Park & Aquatic Complex

Start Your Day with a Dash of Holiday Mischief! Join us for Breakfast with the Grinch at Arlington Park and ...

  • 7:30 am - 10:00 am 
  • Location: Arlington Park and Aquatic Complex, 2650 Waldemere Street, Sarasota, FL
  • Cost: $15 per person
  • Website: www.facebook.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

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

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! ...

  • 5:00 pm -  9:00 pm 
  • Location: Freedom Factory, 21050 Sr-64 E, Bradenton, FL 34212
  • Cost: $25 per car load, up to 8 passengers
  • Website: tickets.thefoat.com
  • Category: Family Fun

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 ...

  • 5:15 pm - 10:55 pm 
  • Location: Florida Railroad Museum, 12210 83rd St E., Parrish, FL 34219
  • Cost: See Website
  • Website: www.frrm.org
  • Category: Family Fun

Discover Sarasota Tours Christmas Carol Trolley

Christmas Carol Trolley is a holiday tour of music and lights! This holiday favorite is a 75-minute family-friendly show filled ...

  • 5:30 pm -  8:45 pm 
  • Location: Discover Sarasota Tours, 1826 4th St, Sarasota, FL 34236
  • Cost: Child Under 12 $ 34.99 | Adult 12+ $ 58.99
  • Website: www.discoversarasotatours.com
  • Category: Family Fun

Jingle and Jam Music Together Class at Gulf Coast Music Therapy

Join us for a 45 minute Christmas themed music together class where we will sing, move, play instruments and jingle ...

  • 5:30 pm -  6:30 pm 
  • Location: Gulf Coast Music Therapy, 4744 SR 64 Bradenton FL 34208
  • Cost: $15.00
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Family Fun

Winter Wonderland at Robert L.Taylor Community Complex

Join us for free festive family fun on Wednesday, December 17, from 5:30pm-7:30pm! This community event has something for everyone: Arts ...

  • 5:30 pm -  7:30 pm 
  • Location: Robert L. Taylor Community Complex, 1845 34th Street, Sarasota
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Family Fun

Duffy's Dinner with Santa Claus

Santa Claus is coming to town! Enjoy dinner with Santa Claus at your favorite Duffy's, every Wednesday before Christmas week! ...

  • 6:00 pm -  8:00 pm 
  • Location: Duffy's Sports Grill, 3005 University Parkway, Sarasota, FL
  • Cost: Free to attend
  • Website: www.duffysmvp.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

Hanukkah Under the Big Top at UTC

Celebrate the Festival of Lights on Wednesday, December 17 from 6:30–8:30 pm under the Big Top at UTC! Enjoy a ...

  • 6:30 pm -  8:30 pm 
  • Location: 140 University Town Center Dr Sarasota, FL
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Family Fun

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 ...

  • 6:30 pm 
  • Location: 1534 Mound St, Sarasota FL 34236
  • Cost: $19+ (children 0-4 free)
  • Website: selby.org
  • Category: Family Fun

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

Stelliferous Solstice: A Guide to Winter Skies at The Bishop Museum

Join us in the Planetarium at The Bishop to celebrate the Winter Solstice! Explore the rising winter constellations and get ...

  • 7:00 pm -  8:00 pm 
  • Location: The Bishop Museum of Science and Nature, 210 10th St West, Bradenton, FL 34205
  • Cost: $10/$3 for Members/Members under 17; $15/$5 for Non-Members/Non-Members under 17.
  • Website: bishopscience.org
  • Category: Family Fun

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 ...

18December

Jingle and Jam Music Together Class at Gulf Coast Music Therapy

Join us for a 45 minute Christmas themed music together class where we will sing, move, play instruments and jingle ...

  • 9:30 am - 10:30 am 
  • Location: Gulf Coast Music Therapy, 4744 SR 64 Bradenton FL 34208
  • Cost: $15.00
  • 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

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 ...

  • 10:00 am - 12:00 pm 
  • Location: GTFL Athletics, 519 S Tamiami Trail, Venice, FL 34285
  • Cost: $10/hour ($8 members) or $15 ($10 members) for more than one hour
  • Website: www.gtflathletics.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 ...

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! ...

  • 5:00 pm -  9:00 pm 
  • Location: Freedom Factory, 21050 Sr-64 E, Bradenton, FL 34212
  • Cost: $25 per car load, up to 8 passengers
  • Website: tickets.thefoat.com
  • Category: Family Fun

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 ...

  • 5:15 pm - 10:55 pm 
  • Location: Florida Railroad Museum, 12210 83rd St E., Parrish, FL 34219
  • Cost: See Website
  • Website: www.frrm.org
  • Category: Family Fun

Discover Sarasota Tours Christmas Carol Trolley

Christmas Carol Trolley is a holiday tour of music and lights! This holiday favorite is a 75-minute family-friendly show filled ...

  • 5:30 pm -  8:45 pm 
  • Location: Discover Sarasota Tours, 1826 4th St, Sarasota, FL 34236
  • Cost: Child Under 12 $ 34.99 | Adult 12+ $ 58.99
  • Website: www.discoversarasotatours.com
  • Category: Family Fun

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

Palma Sola Botanical Park's “Winter Nights Under the Lights”

Bring the entire family out for an evening of holiday spirit! The park will be magically lit up while sounds ...

  • 6:00 pm -  9:00 pm 
  • Location: 9800 17th Avenue N.W. Bradenton, Florida
  • Cost: Free, Donations Appreciated to Support the Park
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Family Fun

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 ...

  • 6:30 pm 
  • Location: 1534 Mound St, Sarasota FL 34236
  • Cost: $19+ (children 0-4 free)
  • Website: selby.org
  • Category: Family Fun

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 ...

19December

Christmas at Lightfoot Farms

Come experience a Christmas celebration filled with simplicity, joy, and hands-on wonder, as we wake up the farm together (ducklings/chicks, ...

  • 9:30 am -  1:30 pm 
  • Location: 8323 Lightfoot Drive, Nokomis, FL 34275
  • Cost: $30.52, 2 and under free
  • Website: www.eventbrite.com
  • Category: Family Fun

My Gym Story Time

Come by and visit us for Story Time at My Gym Sarasota! Join us for some adventure filled fun, imagination, and ...

  • 9:30 am - 10:20 am 
  • Location: My Gym Sarasota, 8792 South Tamiami Trail, Sarasota, FL 34238
  • Cost: $15
  • Website: www.mygym.com
  • Category: Family Fun

Jingle and Jam Music Together Class at Gulf Coast Music Therapy

Join us for a 45 minute Christmas themed music together class where we will sing, move, play instruments and jingle ...

  • 10:00 am - 10:45 am 
  • Location: Gulf Coast Music Therapy, 4744 SR 64 Bradenton FL 34208
  • Cost: $15.00
  • 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

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! ...

  • 5:00 pm - 10:00 pm 
  • Location: Freedom Factory, 21050 Sr-64 E, Bradenton, FL 34212
  • Cost: $25 per car load, up to 8 passengers
  • Website: tickets.thefoat.com
  • Category: Family Fun

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 ...

  • 5:15 pm - 10:55 pm 
  • Location: Florida Railroad Museum, 12210 83rd St E., Parrish, FL 34219
  • Cost: See Website
  • Website: www.frrm.org
  • Category: Family Fun

Build a Board: Holiday Treat Workshop at the Arlington Park & Aquatic Complex

This family-friendly event offers a cozy evening of festive fun: sip on hot cocoa, dip into a chocolate fountain, and ...

  • 5:30 pm -  7:00 pm 
  • Location: Arlington Park and Aquatic Complex, 2650 Waldemere Street, Sarasota, FL
  • Cost: $10 per board
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Family Fun

Discover Sarasota Tours Christmas Carol Trolley

Christmas Carol Trolley is a holiday tour of music and lights! This holiday favorite is a 75-minute family-friendly show filled ...

  • 5:30 pm -  8:45 pm 
  • Location: Discover Sarasota Tours, 1826 4th St, Sarasota, FL 34236
  • Cost: Child Under 12 $ 34.99 | Adult 12+ $ 58.99
  • Website: www.discoversarasotatours.com
  • Category: Family Fun

S'mores on the Beach at The Ritz Carlton Sarasota

Savor golden hour and enjoy an evening of fireside indulgence with gourmet s’mores. $225++ per party of 4, $50++ per additional ...

Bingo Night at The Center of Anna Maria Island

Bingo Night is Back at The Center! Get ready for another season of friendly competition, great prizes, and community fun! Upcoming ...

  • 6:00 pm -  8:00 pm 
  • Location: 407 Magnolia Ave, Anna Maria, FL 34216
  • Cost: $10 for 10 bingo cards • $1 blotters (available for purchase)
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Family Fun

Family Holiday Hangout Girl Scouts of Gulfcoast Florida

Bring the whole family and join us for a magical Double Feature Movie Night in Bradenton. This event is open ...

Family Night at The Center of Anna Maria Island

Bring the whole family for a fun-filled evening at The Center! Enjoy games, free-play areas, and time with friends while ...

  • 6:00 pm -  8:00 pm 
  • Location: 407 Magnolia Ave, Anna Maria, FL 34216
  • Cost: Free to attend
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Family Fun

Palma Sola Botanical Park's “Winter Nights Under the Lights”

Bring the entire family out for an evening of holiday spirit! The park will be magically lit up while sounds ...

  • 6:00 pm -  9:00 pm 
  • Location: 9800 17th Avenue N.W. Bradenton, Florida
  • Cost: Free, Donations Appreciated to Support the Park
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Family Fun

Sights + Sounds at Waterside Place: Lakewood Ranch Wind Ensemble

Lakewood Ranch Festival Band – Sights & Sounds Concert Series Led by Music Director & Conductor Joe Martinez, the Lakewood Ranch ...

  • 6:00 pm -  7:00 pm 
  • Location: Waterside Place: 1560 Lakefront Drive, Sarasota, FL 34240
  • Cost: Free to attend
  • Website: lakewoodranch.com
  • Category: Family Fun

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 ...

  • 6:30 pm 
  • Location: 1534 Mound St, Sarasota FL 34236
  • Cost: $19+ (children 0-4 free)
  • Website: selby.org
  • Category: Family Fun

Smores at Antczak Christmas Lights

Come enjoy Free Smores at Antczak Christmas Lights!

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 ...

  • 7:00 pm - 10:00 pm 
  • Location: West District at UTC (in the lot near Ford’s Garage)
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Family Fun

Mark Twain Tonight - Show and Tell at Van Wezel

Show & Tell is the name for our FAMILY NIGHTS AT THE VAN WEZEL. These shows may feature ticket discounts, ...

  • 7:00 pm 
  • Location: Van Wezel Performing Arts Hall: 777 N Tamiami Trail, Sarasota, FL
  • Website: www.vanwezel.org
  • Category: Family Fun

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 ...

20December

Treats with Santa at Venice YMCA

Join us for a festive morning filled with holiday cheer! Bring your family and friends to enjoy: Pastries, Treats, Coffee & Juice Arts ...

Breakfast With Santa and The Grinch at Beach Club Siesta Key

Join Beach Club Siesta Key - 1947 for a magical morning on Siesta Key! Santa and The Grinch are making a ...

  • 9:00 am - 11:00 am 
  • Location: 5150 Ocean Blvd Siesta Key, FL 34242
  • Cost: $20 per person
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Family Fun

Breakfast with Santa at Remy's on Main

Santa with be having breakfast at Remy’s on Main from 9:00 AM to 11:00 AM. Come enjoy wonderful food and ...

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, ...

Santa Visit at The Soar Lab

Santa is visiting the Soar Lab! Santa is a tinkerer! Come visit the Soar Lab and ask him all about his ...

  • 9:00 am - 11:00 am 
  • Location: 6423 9th St E, Bradenton, FL 34203
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: soarin4.org
  • Category: Family Fun

Christmas at Lightfoot Farms

Come experience a Christmas celebration filled with simplicity, joy, and hands-on wonder, as we wake up the farm together (ducklings/chicks, ...

  • 9:30 am -  1:30 pm 
  • Location: 8323 Lightfoot Drive, Nokomis, FL 34275
  • Cost: $30.52, 2 and under free
  • Website: www.eventbrite.com
  • Category: Family Fun

Christmas Arts and Crafts Festival

Join us for the Last Stop Christmas Shop at Lakewood Ranch, Saturday December 20th from 10AM-3PM. The Christmas Arts & ...

  • 10:00 am -  3:00 pm 
  • Location: Lakewood Ranch Park, 5350 Lakewood Ranch Blvd. 34211
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Family Fun

Community Supported Art for Kids at Arts A Blaze

Join us for a Free Workshop designed for kids 8-18. We will be painting fall leaves and using them for ...

  • 10:00 am -  1:45 pm 
  • Location: 8111 Lakewood Main Street, Unit 107, Lakewood Ranch, FL 34202
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: lakewoodranch.com
  • Category: Family Fun

Mayor Santa and First Lady Claus at Bradenton Public Market

Bradenton Mayor Gene Brown and his wife Gina reprise their roles as Mayor Santa and First Lady Claus! Stop by ...

Skate with Santa at Astro Skate

Skate with Santa! Saturday Dec 20th! Wear RED and get FREE red cotton candy!!

  • 10:00 am - 12:00 pm 
  • Location: 3611 3rd St W, Bradenton, FL
  • Cost: $10 admission plus skate rental
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Family Fun

Sugarplum Fairy Festival at The Children's Garden

Step into a winter wonderland of sparkle and imagination at the Sugarplum Fairy Festival! Join us in the Children’s Garden ...

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

Gingerbread House or Dreidel Decorating at The Ritz-Carlton

While donning chef's hats and aprons, decorate a festive gingerbread house or gingerbread dreidel guided by the distinguished Ladies and ...

  • 11:00 am -  4:30 pm 
  • Location: 1111 Ritz Carlton Dr, Sarasota, FL 34236
  • Cost: $125++ per party of 4; includes one gingerbread house or dreidel.
  • Website: www.opentable.com
  • Category: Family Fun

Santa at The Red Barn Flea Market

Santa Claus will be ready to have his picture taken with kids, adults, and clean pets. Stop by and say ...

Wild Child STEM Storytime

Let learning run WILD on Saturday, December 20th with an hour of exploration and curiosity-driven fun at another Wild Child ...

  • 11:00 am - 12:00 pm 
  • Location: Palmetto Historical Park, 515 10th Avenue West, Palmetto, FL 34221
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Family Fun

Lunch with Santa at Deep Lagoon

Join us for a delightful holiday experience at Deep Lagoon from 12 PM to 2 PM! Enjoy a festive lunch ...

Palmetto Presbyterian Church Christmas Market

We will be hosting a Christmas Market on Saturday, December 20, 2025 from 12pm to 2:30pm! This is a FAMILY ...

  • 12:00 pm -  2:30 pm 
  • Location: 1115 10th Ave W, Palmetto, FL 34221
  • Cost: Free to attend
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Family Fun

Candle Making and Cookie Decorating at Painting with a Twist Sarasota

Join us at our Sarasota Studio on December 20th for a festive day of creativity and sweet holiday fun — ...

  • 1:00 pm -  3:00 pm 
  • Location: Painting with a Twist, 5543 Palmer Crossing Circle, Sarasota 34233
  • Cost: $59/person
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Family Fun

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 Main in Lakewood Ranch

Lakewood Ranch Main Street is transforming into the biggest Christmas party in town hosted by Grace Community Church! Come celebrate ...

  • 4:00 pm -  8:00 pm 
  • Location: 8100 Lakewood Main Street, Lakewood Ranch, FL 34202
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: gracesarasota.com
  • Category: Family Fun

Polar Express Movie Night at JJ Fox's Treehouse

With a fun new event December 20 from 4-7pm in the Treehouse. Wear your comfiest PJs, bring a blanket and ...

  • 4:00 pm -  7:00 pm 
  • Location: 907 57th Street East, Bradenton, FL 34208
  • Cost: $20 per child with adult | $45 per child for drop-off rate
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Family Fun

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! ...

  • 5:00 pm - 10:00 pm 
  • Location: Freedom Factory, 21050 Sr-64 E, Bradenton, FL 34212
  • Cost: $25 per car load, up to 8 passengers
  • Website: tickets.thefoat.com
  • Category: Family Fun

Old Manatee Candlelight Walking Tour

Come experience an old fashioned holiday in Old Manatee! FREE family event! Pets welcome in the outdoor areas! Lights, music, food, vendors, ...

Santa & Mrs Claus at Bat City at The 3rd Annual Old Manatee Candlelight Stroll

This Saturday at Bat City we are teaming up with our friends in the Old Manatee Historic District to bring ...

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 ...

  • 5:15 pm - 10:55 pm 
  • Location: Florida Railroad Museum, 12210 83rd St E., Parrish, FL 34219
  • Cost: See Website
  • Website: www.frrm.org
  • Category: Family Fun

Discover Sarasota Tours Christmas Carol Trolley

Christmas Carol Trolley is a holiday tour of music and lights! This holiday favorite is a 75-minute family-friendly show filled ...

  • 5:30 pm -  8:45 pm 
  • Location: Discover Sarasota Tours, 1826 4th St, Sarasota, FL 34236
  • Cost: Child Under 12 $ 34.99 | Adult 12+ $ 58.99
  • Website: www.discoversarasotatours.com
  • Category: Family Fun

First Annual Beachcomber Trading Post Boat Parade

First Annual Beachcomber Trading Post Boat Parade is Saturday the 20th at 6PM. Boats will start at Beachcomber Trading Post, ...

Palma Sola Botanical Park's “Winter Nights Under the Lights”

Bring the entire family out for an evening of holiday spirit! The park will be magically lit up while sounds ...

  • 6:00 pm -  9:00 pm 
  • Location: 9800 17th Avenue N.W. Bradenton, Florida
  • Cost: Free, Donations Appreciated to Support the Park
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Family Fun

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 ...

  • 6:00 pm 
  • Location: 195 University Town Center Dr., Sarasota, FL
  • Cost: $35+
  • Category: Family Fun

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 ...

  • 6:30 pm 
  • Location: 1534 Mound St, Sarasota FL 34236
  • Cost: $19+ (children 0-4 free)
  • Website: selby.org
  • Category: Family Fun

Antczak Christmas Lights Santa Visit

Santa will arrive at approximately 7pm. Also enjoy Free hot cocoa

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 ...

  • 7:00 pm - 10:00 pm 
  • Location: West District at UTC (in the lot near Ford’s Garage)
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Family Fun
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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

Christmas at Legacy Church

We cannot wait to celebrate Christmas with you at Legacy Church! Join us for our 10 AM service, which will ...

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

Santa at The Red Barn Flea Market

Santa Claus will be ready to have his picture taken with kids, adults, and clean pets. Stop by and say ...

Brunch with Santa at Metro Diner Sarasota

Join us from 12pm - 2pm on Sunday, December 21st for Brunch with Santa! Grab a picture with Santa, chow ...

  • 12:00 pm -  2:00 pm 
  • Location: 6078 N Lockwood Ridge Rd Sarasota, FL 34243
  • Cost: Free to attend
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Family Fun

Sarasota Polo Club Sundays Santa On-Site

Santa will be on-site this Sunday, December 21st, joining us for Opening Day of Sunday Polo! We are so grateful ...

  • 1:00 pm -  4:00 pm 
  • Location: Sarasota Polo Club, 8201 Polo Club Ln,. Sarasota, FL
  • Cost: $20 and up | Children 12 and under are free
  • Website: sarasotapolo.com
  • Category: Family Fun

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 ...

  • 1:00 pm 
  • Location: 195 University Town Center Dr., Sarasota, FL
  • Cost: $35+
  • Category: Family Fun

Santa Visits South Siesta Key at Daiquiri Deck

Santa is making a special stop at South Siesta’s Daquiri Deck – December 21! Bring the kids, take photos, and ...

  • 3:00 pm -  5:00 pm 
  • Location: (South Siesta) Daquiri Deck, 1250 Stickney Point Road, Siesta Key, FL 34242
  • Cost: Free to Attend
  • Website: my.siestakeychamber.com
  • Category: Family Fun

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! ...

  • 5:00 pm -  9:00 pm 
  • Location: Freedom Factory, 21050 Sr-64 E, Bradenton, FL 34212
  • Cost: $25 per car load, up to 8 passengers
  • Website: tickets.thefoat.com
  • Category: Family Fun

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 ...

  • 5:00 pm 
  • Location: 195 University Town Center Dr., Sarasota, FL
  • Cost: $35+
  • Category: Family Fun

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 ...

  • 5:15 pm - 10:55 pm 
  • Location: Florida Railroad Museum, 12210 83rd St E., Parrish, FL 34219
  • Cost: See Website
  • Website: www.frrm.org
  • Category: Family Fun

Discover Sarasota Tours Christmas Carol Trolley

Christmas Carol Trolley is a holiday tour of music and lights! This holiday favorite is a 75-minute family-friendly show filled ...

  • 5:30 pm -  8:45 pm 
  • Location: Discover Sarasota Tours, 1826 4th St, Sarasota, FL 34236
  • Cost: Child Under 12 $ 34.99 | Adult 12+ $ 58.99
  • Website: www.discoversarasotatours.com
  • Category: Family Fun

Holiday Movie Nights on the Lawn at Coastline Christian Church

Bring your family, grab a blanket, and join us for a cozy Holiday movie under the stars! We’ll have free ...

Palma Sola Botanical Park's “Winter Nights Under the Lights”

Bring the entire family out for an evening of holiday spirit! The park will be magically lit up while sounds ...

  • 6:00 pm -  9:00 pm 
  • Location: 9800 17th Avenue N.W. Bradenton, Florida
  • Cost: Free, Donations Appreciated to Support the Park
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Family Fun

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 ...

  • 6:30 pm 
  • Location: 1534 Mound St, Sarasota FL 34236
  • Cost: $19+ (children 0-4 free)
  • Website: selby.org
  • Category: Family Fun
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