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28September

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

Mermaid Med Spa Grand Opening

Join us as we celebrate in our brand new larger space with a fun, family-friendly event full of excitement for ...

  • 1:00 pm -  6:00 pm 
  • Location: 1193 Sarasota Center Blvd, Sarasota, FL 34240
  • Cost: Free to Attend
  • Website: mermaid-medspa.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
29September

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

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!

30September

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

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 ...

Free Play and Special Activities at The Soar Lab

Come join us for free play and special activities!

  • 3:00 pm -  7:00 pm 
  • Location: 6423 9th Street East Bradenton, FL 34205
  • Cost: See Description
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Family Fun
01October

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

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

The Biggest Pumpkin Ever Storytime and Seed Planting at The Children's Garden

Two little mice fall in love with the same pumpkin… What happens next? Gather at the stage to hear the ...

  • 11:00 am - 11:30 am 
  • Location: 1670 10th Way, Sarasota, 34236
  • Cost: Included with 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

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

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

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
02October

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

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

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

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
03October

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

Homeschool Skate at Astro Skate

1st Friday of the month is homeschool skate!

  • 11:00 am -  1:00 pm 
  • Location: Astro Skate of Bradenton 3611 3rd St W, Bradenton, FL 34205
  • Cost: $6.00 includes rental
  • Website: astroskatingcenter.com
  • Category: Family Fun

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 ...

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

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 ...

Children's Entrepreneur Market Lakewood Ranch

A market run entirely by kids!

  • 6:00 pm -  9:00 pm 
  • Location: Lakewood Ranch Main Street, 8100 Lakewood Main Street Lakewood Ranch, FL 34202
  • Cost: Free to attend
  • Website: kidsmarkets.com
  • Category: Family Fun

National Night Out With North Port Police Department

Mark your calendars! National Night Out is back on Friday, October 3, 2025, from 6–8:30 p.m. Join us at City ...

  • 6:00 pm -  8:30 pm 
  • Location: City Hall Center Green. 4970 City Hall Blvd., North Port, FL 34286
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Family Fun

Showfolks of Sarasota Circus

Showfolks of Sarasota Circus! Circus activity, family fun zone opens one hour before showtime. Animal rides, bounce houses, giant slides and more!

04October

46th Birthday Sarasota Farmers Market

The Market is turning 46! Join us October 4th for a birthday bash full of local flavor, community cheer, and ...

  • 7:00 am -  1:00 pm 
  • Location: Lemon & Main, 1490 Main St, Sarasota, FL 34236
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Family Fun

Lakewood Ranch Youth and Teen Fishing Tournament

Join us for the Youth & Teen Fishing Tournament at Lake Uihlein! Open to youths & teens ages 5-19, this event ...

  • 8:00 am - 12:00 pm 
  • Location: Lake Uihlein, 8175 Lakewood Ranch Blvd., Lakewood Ranch, FL 34202
  • Cost: Tickets for Residents $5 | Non-Residents $15
  • Website: www.facebook.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, ...

Rock the Block at Ace Hardware with Kiddie Academy of Sarasota

Join Kiddie Academy of Sarasota for a colorful community celebration at our Rock the Block rock painting event! What to Expect Each ...

  • 9:00 am - 12:00 pm 
  • Location: Ace Hardware, 7220 University Pkwy. Sarasota, Fl
  • Cost: Free
  • 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

Book Reading Healing our World at Children's World

For a joyful book reading of Healing our World-with Story-time, Eco-crafts, and book signing for Kids 4-8 by Local author ...

  • 10:00 am -  1:00 pm 
  • Location: 4525 Bee Ridge Rd., Sarasota, FL 34233
  • Cost: Free to attend
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Family Fun

Englewood Fire Department Open House

The Englewood Fire Department will host its annual Open House on Saturday, Oct. 4, from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. ...

Fourth Birthday at Fancy Leaf Plant Co.

Your favorite little plant shop is turning FOUR! Celebrate with us on Saturday, October 4th. All day long we will ...

  • 10:00 am -  5:00 pm 
  • Location: Fancy Leaf Plant Co., 8267 US-301, Parrish, FL 34219
  • 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

Nuestro Vaivén at The Ringling Museum

Nuestro Vaivén (Our Sway) opens this Saturday, October 4th, with FREE ADMISSION and fun for the family! Nuestro Vaivén (Our Sway) ...

  • 10:00 am -  5:00 pm 
  • Location: The Ringling, 5401 Bay Shore Rd, Sarasota 34243
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: www.facebook.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 -  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

Taste of North Port Food and Fall Fest

Join us for the 5th Annual Taste of North Port Food & Fall Fest on Saturday, October 4th from 10am-3pm ...

  • 10:00 am -  3:00 pm 
  • Location: City Hall Center Green. 4970 City Hall Blvd., North Port, FL 34286
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Family Fun

Taylor Swift Album Release Skate at Astro Skate

The Life of a Showgirl! ALBUM RELEASE PARTY Come skate to the brand new Taylor Swift album! Come dressed as your FAVORITE TS ...

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

Barktoberfest at Suncoast Humane Society

Join Us for This Fundraising and Community Outreach Event on Our Campus! Activities for all: Bracelets for purchase for children to enjoy ...

  • 11:00 am -  3:00 pm 
  • Location: Suncoast Humane Society, 2620 Worth Ave Englewood, FL 34224
  • Cost: Free, donations are appreciated
  • Website: humane.org
  • Category: Family Fun

Families Unplugged Puppet Show at Lakewood Ranch YMCA

Join us this Saturday, October 4th, for our Families Unplugged event! Enjoy a fun Puppet Show presented by Brave Enough Books ...

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

Oktoberfest by Geier's Sausages at the Palmetto Marriott Resort & Spa

Join us for a weekend of authentic German celebration at Oktoberfest 2025, proudly presented by Geier's Sausages! Set against the ...

  • 11:00 am -  9:30 pm 
  • Location: Palmetto Marriott Resort and Spa 600 US Hwy 41, Palmetto, FL, 34221
  • Cost: Free Entry & Parking
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Family Fun

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 ...

Wellen Park Oktoberfest

Mark your calendars for Wellen Park’s 2nd annual Oktoberfest celebration! This family-friendly event will have a traditional Oktoberfest atmosphere with ...

  • 12:00 pm -  8:00 pm 
  • Location: 19745 Wellen Pk Blvd, Venice, FL 34293
  • Cost: Free Admission
  • Website: wellenpark.com
  • Category: Family Fun

Cardboard Challenge at Palmetto Historical Park

his year's Cardboard Challenge will be Saturday, October 4th! Families can drop by from 1 to 3:30 PM to design ...

Showfolks of Sarasota Circus

Showfolks of Sarasota Circus! Circus activity, family fun zone opens one hour before showtime. Animal rides, bounce houses, giant slides and more!

  • 2:00 pm 
  • Location: 3000 Ringling Blvd, Sarasota, FL 34237
  • Cost: See Website
  • Website: showfolks.com
  • Category: Family Fun

Family Game Night: Trivia at The Green at UTC

It’s all fun and games at UTC! Join us for Family Game Night on The Green the first Saturday of ...

  • 6:00 pm -  8:00 pm 
  • Location: 140 University Town Center Dr, Sarasota, FL, 34243
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: utcsarasota.com
  • Category: Family Fun

Family Arcade Movie Night at Coco Joes Italian Ice

This Saturday 10/4 we're rolling out our very FIRST Coco Joes Italian Ice and Vibe Family Arcade Movie Night !!! ...

Pirates of Sarasota Party at Sarasota Outboard Club

Ahoy, Mateys! The Pirates Are Coming! Get ready to hoist the sails and party like a pirate! The Fall Fundraiser ...

Showfolks of Sarasota Circus

Showfolks of Sarasota Circus! Circus activity, family fun zone opens one hour before showtime. Animal rides, bounce houses, giant slides and more!

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