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18October

Bradenton Runners Club Sunday Group Run

SUNDAY MORNING RUN Time: 7:00 a.m. Location: Meet in the Manatee Ave parking area for Robinson's Preserve. The parking area ...

Hunsader Farms Pumpkin Festival

Our 35th annual pumpkin festival is going to be here before you know it Oct 10,11,17,18,24,25 9am-5pm Everyday of the Pumpkin Festival consists ...

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, Ongoing Programs

Mixon Farms Market

Welcome to Mixon farms market! We gather every Sunday September 27,2026- May 30, 2027, 9AM-2PM!

Turner's Farm Fall Festival

Petting Zoo, Pony Rides, Tractors, Pumpkin Display, Corn Pit, Bounce House, Family Fun and More!

  • 9:00 am -  8:00 pm 
  • Location: 7301 US Hwy 41 N, Palmetto, FL
  • Cost: $10 per person, 2 and under free
  • Website: www.facebook.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: Discounted rate available Sundays from 10a-12p. $18 per person (plus tax).
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Family Fun, Ongoing Programs

Dakin Dairy Farms 3rd Annual Harvest Festival

Dakin Dairy Farms 3rd Annual Harvest Festival offers fun for the whole family on the farm. We have live music ...

  • 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.dakindairyfarms.com
  • Category: Family Fun

Florida Studio Theatre Presents Pinocchio

Wish upon a star and follow Pinocchio on an unforgettable adventure! From curious encounters to daring escapades, this beloved tale ...

Fruitville Grove Pumpkin Festival

Every Weekend in October! October 3rd & 4th, 10th & 11th, 17th & 18th, 24th & 25th, 31st & Nov. 1st Festival ...

Halloween Affair at the Meadows Farmers Market

Join us for our Halloween Affair at the Meadows Farmers Market Featuring local kid-preneurs mixed in with your favorite local ...

Harvest Days at Keel Farms

Harvest Days are coming back to Keel Farms! Celebrate the season with us every Saturday & Sunday in October, until the ...

  • 10:00 am -  3:00 pm 
  • Location: Keel Farms, 5202 Thonotosasssa Rd, Plant City, FL33565
  • Cost: Free admission | $10 parking
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Family Fun, Free

Kids Market at Mixon Farms

If you have a kid aged 5-17, they can come and run a booth at our kids-only market! Co-hosted with ...

  • 10:00 am -  2:00 pm 
  • Location: 2525 27th St E Bradenton, FL
  • Cost: Free to attend market. See website for registration information if interested in hosting a booth
  • Website: kidsmarkets.com
  • Category: Family Fun, Free

Screamin' Green Hauntoween at Crayola Experience Orlando

Join us for spooky family fun full of holiday happenings! There's so much to "BOO" with a themed scavenger hunt, ...

Pumpkin Patch Express at Florida Railroad Museum

The Pumpkin Patch Express is departing the station for a trip to the Museum’s very own pumpkin patch. Lots of activities ...

Sunday Crafternoon at Bat City Comic Professionals

Come explore your creativity, Sundays in the Bat City classroom! We will have collage art supplies, coloring sheets, comic panel ...

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 ...

Open Skate at Astro Skate

Open Skate!

Sunday Funday Open Gym at Kidz Gym

Sunday Funday, Playdates, Open Gym and more! Open gym is a great time for your kid to come in and ...

Tales Under the Tree at The Bishop Museum of Science and Nature

Come and join us every Saturday and Sunday at 2pm for a unique storytime experience at The Bishop. Tales Under ...

Annual Arcadia Fall Rodeo

Come experience grit, skill, and edge-of-your-seat action at the 13th Annual Arcadia Fall Rodeo. Watch professional riders take on some ...

Power Sundays Baseball at Strike Zone

POWER SUNDAYS | BASEBALL Our October schedule for Power Sundays is available!! Space is limited!! Secure Your Spot!!! This hitting focused ...

  • 2:00 pm -  3:00 pm 
  • Location: Strike Zone, 6207 McIntosh Road, Sarasota, FL
  • Cost: $35 Per Player/Per Day
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Classes

Sarasota Ski-A-Rees Water Ski Show

It’s that time of year again, for us to start back up with shows! Free family entertainment on the bay? ...

K-Pop Warriors Live at Robarts Arena

KPOP Warriors brings music, dance, and nonstop fun in a family-friendly live show inspired by K-Pop. KPOP Warriors: Is a high-energy ...

  • 3:00 pm -  7:30 pm 
  • Location: Robarts Arena, 3000 Ringling Blvd. Sarasota, FL 34237
  • Cost: $24.80 Child Ticket (2-12) | Adult Ticket $36.22
  • Website: www.eventbrite.com
  • Category: Shows & Concerts

Low Dough Skate at Astro Skate

Join us for $4 Skate every Sunday!

Power Sundays Softball Edition at Strike Zone

This hitting focused workout will keep your swing game ready! SATURDAYS TIME: 3:00pm to 4:00pm AGES: 6 to 10

  • 3:00 pm -  4:00 pm 
  • Location: Strike Zone, 6207 McIntosh Road, Sarasota, FL
  • Cost: $35 Per Player/Per Day
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Classes

Hip Hop Family Skate at Astro Skate

Join us for Hip Hop Skate night every Sunday!

Selby Gardens Lights at Spooky Point

Don’t miss the chance to see our Historic Spanish Point campus transformed into “Spooky Point” where you can follow an ...

  • 6:30 pm -  9:00 pm 
  • Location: Historic Spanish Point Campus, 401 North Tamiami Trail, Osprey, FL 34229
  • Cost: $24 for members / $34 for non-members / $19 for children (5–17) / Free for 4 and under
  • Website: selby.ticketapp.org
  • Category: Family Fun, Holiday Events
19October

Turner's Farm Fall Festival

Petting Zoo, Pony Rides, Tractors, Pumpkin Display, Corn Pit, Bounce House, Family Fun and More!

  • 9:00 am -  8:00 pm 
  • Location: 7301 US Hwy 41 N, Palmetto, FL
  • Cost: $10 per person, 2 and under free
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Family Fun

Free Monday at The Ringling

The Museum of Art, Bayfront Gardens, and Glass Pavilion are free to the public on Mondays. Note: Regular admission pricing ...

Junior Jumpers Jam at Altitude Trampoline Park Bradenton

Bring your little ones and join us every weekday, Mon and Fri from 10am-1pm, for our Junior Jumpers Jam! $11.50 ...

  • 10:00 am -  1:00 pm 
  • Location: 201 Cortez Rd W, Bradenton, FL 34207
  • Cost: $11.50 for kids 6 years and younger. $3.50 parent pass
  • Website: ecom.roller.app
  • Category: Ongoing Programs

Parenting Matters Musical Motion at Oneco Hope Methodist Church

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

Sarasota County Libraries Programs and Events

Sarasota County Libraries and Historical Resources is a system comprised of 10 community branches, a history center and a mobile ...

Screamin' Green Hauntoween at Crayola Experience Orlando

Join us for spooky family fun full of holiday happenings! There's so much to "BOO" with a themed scavenger hunt, ...

Baby Storytime at Lakewood Ranch Library

Join us at the Lakewood Ranch Library for Baby Storytime! This program is designed for our youngest library visitors—babies from ...

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 ...

Books and Bubbles at The Flock SRQ

The Flock - Where Wellness and Play Meet: Welcome to "Books and Bubbles," a captivating and joy-filled class designed to spark ...

Pop In and DIY at Painting With A Twist Bradenton

Welcome to Pop In & DIY at Painting with a Twist – where creativity meets spontaneity! Dive into an array ...

Forty Carrots WELCOME TO OUR WORLD®

Bringing a baby into the world can fill our hearts with joy and love, and our minds with questions and ...

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 ...

Parenting Matters Musical Motion at Central Library

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

Intentional Play Lab at The Flock SRQ

Intentional Play Lab is a 30-minute guided play experience designed to spark learning through fun! Each session blends music, stories, ...

Movement Mondays at the Center of AMI

Get ready to move, stretch, and smile! Movement Mondays with Teacher Kelly (from School for Constructive Play) are designed for ...

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 ...

Sarasota BMX Home Roots Training Program

USABMX Certified Trainers and BMX Champions will help you dive into the fast-paced sport of BMX!! Already ride BMX? We’ve ...

Selby Gardens Lights at Spooky Point

Don’t miss the chance to see our Historic Spanish Point campus transformed into “Spooky Point” where you can follow an ...

  • 6:30 pm -  9:00 pm 
  • Location: Historic Spanish Point Campus, 401 North Tamiami Trail, Osprey, FL 34229
  • Cost: $24 for members / $34 for non-members / $19 for children (5–17) / Free for 4 and under
  • Website: selby.ticketapp.org
  • Category: Family Fun, Holiday Events
20October

Sip N'Brew Picnic in the Park

Pack a blanket, bring the kids—or make it a sweet morning out with your partner—and join us for a picnic ...

  • 9:00 am - 12:00 pm 
  • Location: Nathan Benderson Park Playground, 5851 Nathan Benderson Circle, Sarasota, FL 34235
  • Cost: Free to Attend
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Family Fun, Free

Turner's Farm Fall Festival

Petting Zoo, Pony Rides, Tractors, Pumpkin Display, Corn Pit, Bounce House, Family Fun and More!

  • 9:00 am -  8:00 pm 
  • Location: 7301 US Hwy 41 N, Palmetto, FL
  • Cost: $10 per person, 2 and under free
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Family Fun

Mornings with Mommy Lakewood Ranch at Risen Savior Lutheran Church

Mornings with Mommy at Risen Savior in Lakewood Ranch is a fun, educational program for children from birth to preschool, ...

  • 9:30 am - 10:30 am 
  • Location: Risen Savior Lutheran Church, 14605 59th Ave E, Lakewood Ranch 34211
  • Cost: $5 per family
  • Website: rsavior.com
  • Category: Ongoing Programs, Classes

Parenting Matters Musical Motion at Peace Presbyterian Church

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

Sarasota County Libraries Programs and Events

Sarasota County Libraries and Historical Resources is a system comprised of 10 community branches, a history center and a mobile ...

Screamin' Green Hauntoween at Crayola Experience Orlando

Join us for spooky family fun full of holiday happenings! There's so much to "BOO" with a themed scavenger hunt, ...

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

It’s open play with blocks, push cars, playhouses and tons of fun to help build social skills. Plus, don’t miss ...

Forty Carrots PARTNERS IN PLAY® Central 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® North Port Library

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

Forty Carrots PARTNERS IN PLAY® North Sarasota Library

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

Preschool Storytime at Lakewood Ranch Library

Join us for Preschool Storytime, an engaging program designed for children ages 3–5 and their caregivers. Each 45 minute session ...

Baby Music + Sensory at The Flock SRQ

Music and sensory play specific for babies! Join us for this fun class with music, sensory play and meeting new ...

Pop In and DIY at Painting With A Twist Sarasota

Welcome to Pop In & DIY at Painting with a Twist – where creativity meets spontaneity! Dive into an array ...

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's Sensory Friendly Tuesday

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 ...

Forty Carrots PARTNERS IN PLAY® South Manatee 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 ...

Forty Carrots PARTNERS IN PLAY® Palmetto Library

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

Parenting Matters Musical Motion at The Soar Lab

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

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 ...

K-Pop Warriors Live at Manatee County Fairgrounds

KPOP Warriors brings music, dance, and nonstop fun in a family-friendly live show inspired by K-Pop. KPOP Warriors: Is a high-energy ...

  • 4:30 pm -  9:00 pm 
  • Location: Manatee County Fairgrounds, 1402 14th Avenue West, Palmetto, FL 34221
  • Cost: $24.80 Child Ticket (2-12) | Adult Ticket $36.22
  • Website: www.eventbrite.com
  • Category: Shows & Concerts

Crochet Ghost Workshop at The Center of Anna Maria Island

Learn the basics of crochet while creating your own spooky little ghost friend! This hands-on workshop is perfect for beginners, ...

  • 5:30 pm -  7:30 pm 
  • Location: The Center of Anna Maria Island, 407 Magnolia Ave, Anna Maria, FL 34216
  • Cost: Members: $40 | Non-Members: $45
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Classes

Prenatal Yoga Series at The Flock SRQ

Join Dr. Deanine, a local acupuncture physician, as she guides you through this gentle class! Prenatal yoga is a form ...

Sarasota BMX Practice

Join Sarasota BMX for practice weekly on Tuesday and Thursday.

Selby Gardens Lights at Spooky Point

Don’t miss the chance to see our Historic Spanish Point campus transformed into “Spooky Point” where you can follow an ...

  • 6:30 pm -  9:00 pm 
  • Location: Historic Spanish Point Campus, 401 North Tamiami Trail, Osprey, FL 34229
  • Cost: $24 for members / $34 for non-members / $19 for children (5–17) / Free for 4 and under
  • Website: selby.ticketapp.org
  • Category: Family Fun, Holiday Events
21October

Palmetto Library Garden Club

Help us grow our native plant garden! Community Garden Specialists will teach us tips, tricks and new gardening skills every ...

Turner's Farm Fall Festival

Petting Zoo, Pony Rides, Tractors, Pumpkin Display, Corn Pit, Bounce House, Family Fun and More!

  • 9:00 am -  8:00 pm 
  • Location: 7301 US Hwy 41 N, Palmetto, FL
  • Cost: $10 per person, 2 and under free
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Family Fun

UTC Kids Club with Miss Jodi

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

Mornings with Mommy Lakewood Ranch at Risen Savior Lutheran Church

Mornings with Mommy at Risen Savior in Lakewood Ranch is a fun, educational program for children from birth to preschool, ...

  • 9:30 am - 10:30 am 
  • Location: Risen Savior Lutheran Church, 14605 59th Ave E, Lakewood Ranch 34211
  • Cost: $5 per family
  • Website: rsavior.com
  • Category: Ongoing Programs, Classes

Parenting Matters Musical Motion at Trinity United Methodist Church

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

Sensory/Exploratory Play at The Flock SRQ

Immerse your babe in a world of wonder with our Sensory Class. Through carefully crafted activities, sensory play, and exploration, ...

  • 9:30 am - 10:00 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

Baby Play at Community Day

Bring your little learner for a morning packed with laughter, learning and community. We have designed a magical experience tailored ...

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

Open Gym at Kidz Gym

Come let the kiddos run, jump, climb, play, and burn off some energy while making new friends! Open Gym is ...

Parenting Matters Musical Motion at Music Compound

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

Sarasota County Libraries Programs and Events

Sarasota County Libraries and Historical Resources is a system comprised of 10 community branches, a history center and a mobile ...

Screamin' Green Hauntoween at Crayola Experience Orlando

Join us for spooky family fun full of holiday happenings! There's so much to "BOO" with a themed scavenger hunt, ...

Toddler Storytime at Wellen Park

Toddler Storytime at Wellen Park: Starting January 14th Join us every other Wednesday for a fun, interactive Storytime filled with ...

Wednesday Playdate at the Sarasota Art Museum

For early learners with an adult, Your Wednesday Playdates deliver an art project led by a professional teaching artist and ...

  • 10:00 am - 12:00 pm 
  • Location: Sarasota Art Museum, 1001 South Tamiami Trail Sarasota, FL 34236 (Peggy A. Hall Classroom, 134)
  • Cost: Free For Members or Free With Admission
  • Website: www.sarasotaartmuseum.org
  • Category: Ongoing Programs, Classes

Forty Carrots PARTNERS IN PLAY® Gulf Gate Library

Enjoy special uninterrupted play time with your child in our FREE Partners In Play® (PIP) groups. Meet our friendly Parenting ...

Forty Carrots PARTNERS IN PLAY® Jacaranda Public Library

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

Forty Carrots PARTNERS IN PLAY® Shannon Staub Library

Enjoy special uninterrupted play time with your child in our FREE Partners In Play® (PIP) groups. Meet our friendly Parenting ...

Toddler Storytime at Lakewood Ranch Library

Join us for Toddler Storytime at the Lakewood Ranch Library—a fun, interactive program designed especially for children ages 18 months ...

Toddler Craft at The Flock SRQ

The Flock - Where Wellness and Play Meet: Join us for our Toddler Craft class on Wednesdays! For 1-3 yrs. Register ...

  • 10:30 am - 11:00 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

Daytime 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 ...

Step-Into-A-Story at The Children's Garden

Gather around for an engaging nature tale followed by a themed craft. Wednesdays at 11am at the Stage

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 ...

Forty Carrots WELCOME TO OUR WORLD®

Bringing a baby into the world can fill our hearts with joy and love, and our minds with questions and ...

Intentional Play Lab at The Flock SRQ

Intentional Play Lab is a 30-minute guided play experience designed to spark learning through fun! Each session blends music, stories, ...

Forty Carrots PARTNERS IN PLAY® Gulf Gate Library

Enjoy special uninterrupted play time with your child in our FREE Partners In Play® (PIP) groups. Meet our friendly Parenting ...

Forty Carrots PARTNERS IN PLAY® Jacaranda Public Library

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

Forty Carrots PARTNERS IN PLAY® Shannon Staub Library

Enjoy special uninterrupted play time with your child in our FREE Partners In Play® (PIP) groups. Meet our friendly Parenting ...

Preschool Prep at The Flock SRQ

Get preschool ready with songs, games, and hands-on activities.

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

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 ...

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: ...

Books and Bubbles at The Flock SRQ

The Flock - Where Wellness and Play Meet: Welcome to "Books and Bubbles," a captivating and joy-filled class designed to spark ...

Ranch Nite Wednesdays at Waterside Place at Lakewood Ranch

Your favorite weeknight hangout is back at Waterside Place! | 6-9PM, Every Wednesday, starting October 7, 2026 – May 26, 2027 ...

Sarasota BMX Home Roots Training Program

USABMX Certified Trainers and BMX Champions will help you dive into the fast-paced sport of BMX!! Already ride BMX? We’ve ...

Bingo at 3 Bridges Brewing

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

Selby Gardens Lights at Spooky Point

Don’t miss the chance to see our Historic Spanish Point campus transformed into “Spooky Point” where you can follow an ...

  • 6:30 pm -  9:00 pm 
  • Location: Historic Spanish Point Campus, 401 North Tamiami Trail, Osprey, FL 34229
  • Cost: $24 for members / $34 for non-members / $19 for children (5–17) / Free for 4 and under
  • Website: selby.ticketapp.org
  • Category: Family Fun, Holiday Events
22October

Turner's Farm Fall Festival

Petting Zoo, Pony Rides, Tractors, Pumpkin Display, Corn Pit, Bounce House, Family Fun and More!

  • 9:00 am -  8:00 pm 
  • Location: 7301 US Hwy 41 N, Palmetto, FL
  • Cost: $10 per person, 2 and under free
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Family Fun

Ima and Me Morning Meet Up at Chabad of Sarasota

Calling All Moms! Join other moms at Chabad of Sarasota for a fantastic opportunity to get out with your little one ...

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 ...

Junior Ranger Station at The Children's Garden

Visit our new interactive station in Safari Land to check weather conditions and learn about fire safety! Pick up your ...

Sarasota County Libraries Programs and Events

Sarasota County Libraries and Historical Resources is a system comprised of 10 community branches, a history center and a mobile ...

Screamin' Green Hauntoween at Crayola Experience Orlando

Join us for spooky family fun full of holiday happenings! There's so much to "BOO" with a themed scavenger hunt, ...

Toddler Time at We Rock the Spectrum

TODDLER TIME (Ages 1–4) Special playtime just for our littlest rockstars! Enjoy a safe, sensory-friendly environment designed just for toddlers to ...

  • 10:00 am - 12:00 pm 
  • Location: 4744 Cortez Rd. W, Bradenton, FL
  • Cost: $15 per child | $12 per siblings
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Family Fun

Tot Time at the George Mullen Activity Center

It’s open play with blocks, push cars, playhouses and tons of fun to help build social skills. Plus, don’t miss ...

Forty Carrots PARTNERS IN PLAY® Gulf Gate Library

Enjoy special uninterrupted play time with your child in our FREE Partners In Play® (PIP) groups. Meet our friendly Parenting ...

Forty Carrots PARTNERS IN PLAY® Selby Library

Enjoy special uninterrupted play time with your child in our FREE Partners In Play® (PIP) groups. Meet our friendly Parenting ...

Forty Carrots PARTNERS IN PLAY® at the Desoto County Library

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

Parenting Matters Musical Motion at South Manatee Branch Library

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

Acro + Gym at The Flock SRQ

The Flock - Where Wellness and Play Meet Join us for our Acro gymnastics class! For ages 1 - 3 years

Fun To Be Fit Kids Halloween at Elsie Quirk Library

Spooky season is here, and the littles are invited to boogie! Join us for our Fun To Be Fit Kids ...

Pop In and DIY at Painting With A Twist Bradenton

Welcome to Pop In & DIY at Painting with a Twist – where creativity meets spontaneity! Dive into an array ...

Pop In and DIY at Painting With A Twist Sarasota

Welcome to Pop In & DIY at Painting with a Twist – where creativity meets spontaneity! Dive into an array ...

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 ...

Messy Play at The Flock SRQ

The Flock - Where Wellness and Play Meet: Explore, create, and learn through our engaging Baby & Toddler Messy Play class! ...

Forty Carrots PARTNERS IN PLAY® Gulf Gate Library

Enjoy special uninterrupted play time with your child in our FREE Partners In Play® (PIP) groups. Meet our friendly Parenting ...

Forty Carrots PARTNERS IN PLAY® Selby Library

Enjoy special uninterrupted play time with your child in our FREE Partners In Play® (PIP) groups. Meet our friendly Parenting ...

Forty Carrots PARTNERS IN PLAY® at the Desoto County Library

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

Parenting Matters Musical Motion at Little Discovery Center

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

Sensory/Exploratory Play at The Flock SRQ

Immerse your babe in a world of wonder with our Sensory Class. Through carefully crafted activities, sensory play, and exploration, ...

Giggles and Grooves at The Flock SRQ

The Flock - Where Wellness and Play Meet: Discover the joy of music with your little one in our Giggles & ...

Together We Play at Playtime Paradise

Join us for a special play session created specifically for children with developmental delays and disabilities and their families. This is ...

Manatee County Sheriff's Spooktactical Night

Manatee County Search and Rescue is proud to be joining the Manatee County Sheriff's Office for an evening of family ...

Coco Joe's Pokemon Trading Card Game Night

Join us every Thursday from 6–9 PM for Trading Card Game Night at Coco Joes! Bring your Pokémon, Magic: The ...

  • 6:00 pm -  9:00 pm 
  • Location: Coco Joe's Italian Ice & Pizza, 5120 Manatee Avenue West, West Bradenton, FL 34209
  • Cost: Free to Attend
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Family Fun, Free

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

Sarasota BMX Practice

Join Sarasota BMX for practice weekly on Tuesday and Thursday.

Selby Gardens Lights at Spooky Point

Don’t miss the chance to see our Historic Spanish Point campus transformed into “Spooky Point” where you can follow an ...

  • 6:30 pm -  9:00 pm 
  • Location: Historic Spanish Point Campus, 401 North Tamiami Trail, Osprey, FL 34229
  • Cost: $24 for members / $34 for non-members / $19 for children (5–17) / Free for 4 and under
  • Website: selby.ticketapp.org
  • Category: Family Fun, Holiday Events

Halloween Dance Party on the Green at UTC

Let’s boo-gie! Meet us on The Green on Thursday, October 22, for a wickedly fun Halloween Dance Party. Come show ...

Dear Evan Hansen at the Manatee Performing Arts Center

Dear Evan Hansen is a deeply moving, Tony Award®-winning musical that has become a defining story of our time. Featuring ...

23October

Free Choice Friday at Lakewood Ranch Library

Free Choice Friday Unleash your child’s creativity with materials designed for children ages 18 months–7 years old and their caregivers! Every ...

Miss Jodi's Homeschool Gymnastics and Ninja Program

Join us every Friday from 9:00 AM–2:00 PM for an action-packed day of gymnastics, tumbling, ninja obstacles, climbing, strength-building, games ...

  • 9:00 am -  2:00 pm 
  • Location: Miss Jodi's, 4804 S Tamiami Trail, Sarasota, FL 34231
  • Cost: $10/hour
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Classes

Turner's Farm Fall Festival

Petting Zoo, Pony Rides, Tractors, Pumpkin Display, Corn Pit, Bounce House, Family Fun and More!

  • 9:00 am -  8:00 pm 
  • Location: 7301 US Hwy 41 N, Palmetto, FL
  • Cost: $10 per person, 2 and under free
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Family Fun

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 ...

Family Flow Stretch Class at The Flock SRQ

Stretch, move + flow together in this gentle, family friendly class designed to help little bodies- and grown up bodies ...

Forty Carrots Lactation Loop

Join us at the Lactation Loop at Forty Carrots! Whether you’re breastfeeding or bottle feeding, we are here to support ...

Forty Carrots PARTNERS IN PLAY® Anna Maria Island Library

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

Free Hands-On Homeschool Morning at Manatee County Agricultural Museum

Save the date for a FREE homeschool morning at the Ag Museum and Palmetto Historical Park on Friday, October 23rd! ...

  • 10:00 am - 12:00 pm 
  • Location: Manatee County Agricultural Museum, 1025 6th St W, Palmetto, FL 34221
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Classes, Free

Junior Jumpers Jam at Altitude Trampoline Park Bradenton

Bring your little ones and join us every weekday, Mon and Fri from 10am-1pm, for our Junior Jumpers Jam! $11.50 ...

  • 10:00 am -  1:00 pm 
  • Location: 201 Cortez Rd W, Bradenton, FL 34207
  • Cost: $11.50 for kids 6 years and younger. $3.50 parent pass
  • Website: ecom.roller.app
  • Category: Ongoing Programs

Nature Craft Fridays at The Children's Garden

Stop by the gift shop to pick up your supplies and head out to the picnic tables for an open-ended, ...

Parenting Matters Musical Motion at Step Up Suncoast

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

Sarasota County Libraries Programs and Events

Sarasota County Libraries and Historical Resources is a system comprised of 10 community branches, a history center and a mobile ...

Screamin' Green Hauntoween at Crayola Experience Orlando

Join us for spooky family fun full of holiday happenings! There's so much to "BOO" with a themed scavenger hunt, ...

Wiggles, Giggles, and Tales at Little Discovery Center

This engaging storytime introduces little ones to books through songs, rhymes, movement, and sensory-rich experiences. Together, we'll build early literacy, ...

Youth Activity Collective Fall Friday Field Trips - Mathnasium and Children's Art Classes

Homeschool families — get ready for a fun fall of hands-on learning, creativity, movement, and exploration! The Youth Activity Collective ...

Forty Carrots PARTNERS IN PLAY® North Port Library

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

Forty Carrots PARTNERS IN PLAY® at Braden River Library

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

Tot Time Dance at Playtime Paradise

Class includes 45 minutes of instructed activity followed by open play

  • 10:15 am - 12:00 pm 
  • Location: Playtime Paradise, 4637 E Price Blvd Suite 4637, North Port, FL 34288
  • Cost: $20 per family | $10 for members
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Classes

Little Lambs Faith-Based Music Class at The Flock SRQ

Our Little Lambs faith-based music class is here! Join Ms. Mariah every Friday at 10:45 AM for joyful songs, movement, and ...

  • 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: Ongoing Programs, Classes

Easterseals Southwest Florida Free Autism Screening

Early identification can make a meaningful difference. Easterseals Southwest Florida is offering FREE autism screenings for children up to 18 ...

  • 11:00 am -  2:00 pm 
  • Location: Gene Matthews Boys & Girls Clubs of Sarasota and DeSoto Counties, 6851 S Biscayne Dr., North Port, FL 34287
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Informational & Tours, Free

Pop In and DIY at Painting With A Twist Bradenton

Welcome to Pop In & DIY at Painting with a Twist – where creativity meets spontaneity! Dive into an array ...

Pop In and DIY at Painting With A Twist Sarasota

Welcome to Pop In & DIY at Painting with a Twist – where creativity meets spontaneity! Dive into an array ...

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 ...

Giggles and Grooves at The Flock SRQ

The Flock - Where Wellness and Play Meet: Discover the joy of music with your little one in our Giggles & ...

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 ...

Forty Carrots PARTNERS IN PLAY® Lakewood Ranch Library

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

Forty Carrots PARTNERS IN PLAY® Rocky Bluff Library

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

Forty Carrots PARTNERS IN PLAY® at The SOAR Lab

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

Baby Music + Sensory at The Flock SRQ

Music and sensory play specific for babies! Join us for this fun class with music, sensory play and meeting new ...

Creative Club at The Center of AMI

Spark your child’s imagination with Teacher Jess! Creative Club is designed for little artists ages 2–3 and 4–5, with hands-on ...

  • 3:30 pm -  4:30 pm 
  • Location: The Center of AMI, 407 Magnolia Ave, Anna Maria, FL
  • Cost: $25 Members / $30 Non-Members
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Classes

Arlington Park Haunted Trail Carnival

Haunted Trail Carnival: Family-friendly Halloween event along the Arlington Park walking trail including free carnival-style games and treats. Bark-o-Ween: Canine costume ...

Little Artists at The Flock SRQ

“Little Artists’ Studio,” a whimsical and colorful class designed to ignite the creativity and imagination of children aged 4 months ...

Speed Skate Lessons at Astro Skate

Marty Niester from Detroit Michigan and Caiden Haynes from Wichita Kansas are starting Astro Bradenton's Speed Skating Program for roller/inline ...

Trunk or Treat at Palmetto Boys and Girls Club

Join us at our Palmetto Boys & Girls Club for our Trunk or Treat! Bring the whole family for a ...

Kids Night Out at Venice YMCA

Kids Night Out is from 6-9 pm with dinner included. Each night has a theme where the kids get to ...

Parents Night Out at Kidz Gym

Every parent’s favorite night of the week: parent’s night out! Whether you want to have a date night, hang out ...

  • 6:00 pm -  9:00 pm 
  • Location: 7565 Claxstrauss Drive, Sarasota, FL
  • Cost: $50 (20% off siblings)
  • Website: www.kidzgym.com
  • Category: Other

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: ...

Manatee County 4-H Poultry Clinic

Learn the basics of caring for your bird, how to identify yours and other birds, the unique qualities of different ...

  • 6:30 pm 
  • Location: Manatee County Fairgrounds, 1402 14th Avenue West, Palmetto, FL 34221
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Classes, Free

Selby Gardens Lights at Spooky Point

Don’t miss the chance to see our Historic Spanish Point campus transformed into “Spooky Point” where you can follow an ...

  • 6:30 pm -  9:00 pm 
  • Location: Historic Spanish Point Campus, 401 North Tamiami Trail, Osprey, FL 34229
  • Cost: $24 for members / $34 for non-members / $19 for children (5–17) / Free for 4 and under
  • Website: selby.ticketapp.org
  • Category: Family Fun, Holiday Events

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 ...

Movies Under The Stars on the Green at UTC

Get ready for a wildly fun night! Arrive early for pre-show fun at 7 pm, including face painting, on-site concessions, ...

Dear Evan Hansen at the Manatee Performing Arts Center

Dear Evan Hansen is a deeply moving, Tony Award®-winning musical that has become a defining story of our time. Featuring ...

Manatee Pro Rodeo at the Manatee County Fairgrounds

The Manatee County Pro Rodeo, presented by Top Shop Truck Accessories returns to the Manatee Fairgrounds on October 23–24, 2026 ...

Sarasota Orchestra Presents: Star Wars: Return of the Jedi

You asked, and we answered: Sarasota Orchestra completes the original Star Wars trilogy this season with a symphonic screening of ...

Teen Night at Astro Skate

Friday is Teen Night at Astro Skate!

24October

Bradenton Runners Club Saturday Group Run

SATURDAY MORNING RUNS - 2 OPTIONS DOWNTOWN BRADENTON - 7 AM Time: 7am start. Various paces and we often have walkers. Location: Downtown ...

Sensory Saturdays at Marie Selby Botanical Gardens

Marie Selby Botanical Gardens is a safe, inclusive, and welcoming space for all members of our community. Sensory Saturday is a ...

Arcadia-DeSoto County Habitat for Humanity Dunk-N-Fun Fall Fest

We are bringing the SPLASH to our Dunk-N-Fun Fall Fest! Saturday, October 24 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM Join us for a morning ...

Hunsader Farms Pumpkin Festival

Our 35th annual pumpkin festival is going to be here before you know it Oct 10,11,17,18,24,25 9am-5pm Everyday of the Pumpkin Festival consists ...

Learn to Skate Class at Astro Skate

Come out and learn how to skate! Offered every Saturday morning at 9am.

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, Ongoing Programs

Saturday Mornings at The Nest at Robinson Preserve

Join us at the Mosaic Center for Nature, Exploration, Science, and Technology for a morning of discovery. Walk the grounds ...

Turner's Farm Fall Festival

Petting Zoo, Pony Rides, Tractors, Pumpkin Display, Corn Pit, Bounce House, Family Fun and More!

  • 9:00 am -  8:00 pm 
  • Location: 7301 US Hwy 41 N, Palmetto, FL
  • Cost: $10 per person, 2 and under free
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Family Fun

Creative Liberties Family Art Day

Bring the whole family and spend the morning making art together during our Family Art Day. No RSVP is required, ...

ArtSelf for Generations at The Ringling

ArtSELF for Generations is a Sarasota Performing Arts Foundation program, presented in partnership with The John and Mable Ringling Museum ...

  • 10:00 am - 11:30 am 
  • Location: The Ringling, 5401 Bay Shore Rd, Sarasota, FL 34243
  • Cost: Ticket Required
  • Website: www.ringling.org
  • Category: Family Fun

Backyard Science at The Bishop Museum of Science and Nature

Make your Saturday mornings even more fun! Check out the newly designed Backyard Science program for elementary-aged learners at The ...

Country Critters Fall Festival

Fall Festival is coming to Country Critters! Join us October 10th, 17th, and 24th from 10:00 AM–3:00 PM for a fun ...

  • 10:00 am -  3:00 pm 
  • Location: Country Critters, 15571 Rutland Road, Parrish, FL
  • Cost: $15 per person for ages 24 months and up
  • Website: www.countrycrittersfl.com
  • Category: Family Fun

Dakin Dairy Farms 3rd Annual Harvest Festival

Dakin Dairy Farms 3rd Annual Harvest Festival offers fun for the whole family on the farm. We have live music ...

  • 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.dakindairyfarms.com
  • Category: Family Fun

Family Dip Netting in the Bay

Splash into Sarasota Bay! Join Mote for some fun outdoor exploration. Participants will use dip nets to explore the nearshore ...

  • 10:00 am 
  • Location: Mote’s City Island Campus- 1600 Ken Thompson Parkway, Sarasota, FL
  • Cost: $18 per person for members, $20 per person for non-members
  • Website: mote.org
  • Category: Family Fun

Fruitville Grove Pumpkin Festival

Every Weekend in October! October 3rd & 4th, 10th & 11th, 17th & 18th, 24th & 25th, 31st & Nov. 1st Festival ...

Harvest Days at Keel Farms

Harvest Days are coming back to Keel Farms! Celebrate the season with us every Saturday & Sunday in October, until the ...

  • 10:00 am -  3:00 pm 
  • Location: Keel Farms, 5202 Thonotosasssa Rd, Plant City, FL33565
  • Cost: Free admission | $10 parking
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Family Fun, Free

Open Skate at Astro Skate

Join us for Open Family Skate every Saturday!

Sarasota BMX Home Roots Training Program

Sarasota BMX Track’s official training program, “Home Roots: Learn How to Race BMX” runs every Saturday. USABMX Certified Trainers and ...

Sarasota County Libraries Programs and Events

Sarasota County Libraries and Historical Resources is a system comprised of 10 community branches, a history center and a mobile ...

Sarasota County Public Utilities Presents: H2-O Expo!

Join us on Saturday, Oct. 24 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. for H2-Oh! Expo, a community event hosted by ...

Saturday Kids Clay Class at The Makery SRQ

Clay days are the best days! Our Saturday Kids Clay Class is designed for young makers who love to get ...

  • 10:00 am - 11:30 am 
  • Location: The Makery SRQ: 821 Apricot 3 Sarasota, FL 34237
  • Cost: $40
  • Website: www.themakerysrq.com
  • Category: Classes

Screamin' Green Hauntoween at Crayola Experience Orlando

Join us for spooky family fun full of holiday happenings! There's so much to "BOO" with a themed scavenger hunt, ...

Tiny Tots at Astro Skate

Saturdays is Tiny Tots Skate at Astro Skate!

Pumpkin Patch Express at Florida Railroad Museum

The Pumpkin Patch Express is departing the station for a trip to the Museum’s very own pumpkin patch. Lots of activities ...

Total Body Tone Mommy and Me Workouts at The Flock SRQ

Where are our pilates mamas at??? Join certified personal trainer, Kirstin, for this strength training class! This is a mommy + me ...

  • 10:30 am - 11:00 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

Ellenton Ice and Sports Complex Free Try It Class

Free Try it Class every Saturday at 10:45am! Kids ages 3 & up and adults are welcome to join us ...

Art and Ice Painting Workshop at Coco Joes Italian Ice

ART & ICE IS HERE! Looking for something fun, affordable, and creative to do with the kids on Saturday? Come ...

  • 11:00 am -  1:00 pm 
  • Location: 5120 Manatee Ave W, Bradenton, FL 34209
  • Cost: $5 per artist
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Family Fun

Lucky Strike Bradenton Lucky Launch Party

Bradenton, are you ready to get lucky? Join us for our Lucky Launch Party on Saturday, October 24th, from 11am ...

  • 11:00 am -  2:00 pm 
  • Location: Lucky Strike Bradenton, 4208 Cortez Road West, Bradenton, FL 34210
  • Cost: Free to Attend
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Family Fun

Storytime at Barnes and Noble Sarasota

Join us every Wednesday and Saturday at 11:00am for fun stories and activities!

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 ...

Fall Fest at Back Porch Brewing Co.

Grab the family and come celebrate fall with us Saturday, October 24 from 11:30 AM–5 PM! - Pumpkin decorating - Face painting - ...

Giggles and Grooves at The Flock SRQ

The Flock - Where Wellness and Play Meet: Discover the joy of music with your little one in our Giggles & ...

Pick Your Glow Painting -Family Day at Painting with a Twist

Great experience with friends or family! It's time to relax and PARTY! Try something NEW and create your own long-lasting, all-natural ...

Arlington Park and Aquatic Complex Pumpkin Splash

Pumpkin carving and decorating event where attendees can swim and choose a pumpkin from the Arlington Recreation Center instructional pool. ...

Open Glaze Day at The Makery SRQ

Still have work to glaze? Want to have a relaxing afternoon painting pottery? Glaze your own work or choose from ...

  • 12:00 pm -  3:00 pm 
  • Location: The Makery SRQ: 821 Apricot 3 Sarasota, FL 34237
  • Cost: Prices will vary.
  • Website: www.themakerysrq.com
  • Category: Family Fun

Tales Under the Tree at The Bishop Museum of Science and Nature

Come and join us every Saturday and Sunday at 2pm for a unique storytime experience at The Bishop. Tales Under ...

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 ...

Reading is My Jam Youth Book Club at the Palmetto Library

Have a favorite book? Come share it with us. This is an open book chat for all readers ages 6+. ...

Strike Zone Softball Hitting Clinic

This small-group session is a great opportunity to focus on hitting fundamentals, hand-eye coordination and proper technique. SATURDAYS TIME: 3:00pm to 4:00pm AGES: ...

  • 3:00 pm -  4:00 pm 
  • Location: Strike Zone, 6207 McIntosh Road, Sarasota, FL
  • Cost: $35 Per Player/Per Day
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Classes

2nd Annual Trunk or Treat at Sahib Shrine

Join us at Sahib Shrine & Sarasota Event Center for an afternoon of Halloween fun for the whole Bring the ...

East Manatee Fire Rescue Trunk or Treat

TRUNK OR TREAT IS BACK! Join East Manatee Fire Rescue for a fun, family-friendly evening of candy, costumes, fire ...

Indoor Trick or Treating with Learning Unlimited and Manatee Learning Academy

Come enjoy a fun filled evening of treats, costumes and Halloween fun!

Annual Fall Fest at Palmer Ranch YMCA

Join us for a spooktacular evening of family fun at the YMCA’s Fall Fest! Bring the whole family and enjoy ...

Pumpkin Lights & Candy Nights: A Good Old-Fashioned Trunk or Treat at 53rd Avenue Church of Christ

Somewhere along the way, Halloween got complicated. We’re bringing back the good stuff. Remember when Halloween meant costumes, glowing pumpkins, running around ...

SCSO Headquarters Halloween Drive-Thru

On Saturday, October 24, from 6 to 8 p.m., the Sarasota County Sheriff's Office will host its seventh annual Halloween ...

Sky & Scope Session 2 Workshop at The Bishop Museum

Session Two: Putting it into Practice After you learn the ropes of telescopes, join us after dark in the Riverside Plaza ...

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: ...

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 ...

Selby Gardens Lights at Spooky Point

Don’t miss the chance to see our Historic Spanish Point campus transformed into “Spooky Point” where you can follow an ...

  • 6:30 pm -  9:00 pm 
  • Location: Historic Spanish Point Campus, 401 North Tamiami Trail, Osprey, FL 34229
  • Cost: $24 for members / $34 for non-members / $19 for children (5–17) / Free for 4 and under
  • Website: selby.ticketapp.org
  • Category: Family Fun, Holiday Events

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 ...

Fall Sky & Scope Session Two at The Bishop Museum

The Planetarium at The Bishop is excited to launch Sky & Scope, a hands-on telescope workshop designed for beginners! This two-part ...

  • 7:00 pm -  9:00 pm 
  • Location: The Bishop Museum of Science and Nature, 210 10th St West, Bradenton, FL 34205
  • Cost: Members: Both Sessions – $25, One Session – $15 Non-Members: Both Sessions – $30, One Session – $20
  • Website: bishopscience.org
  • Category: Classes

Dear Evan Hansen at the Manatee Performing Arts Center

Dear Evan Hansen is a deeply moving, Tony Award®-winning musical that has become a defining story of our time. Featuring ...

Manatee Pro Rodeo at the Manatee County Fairgrounds

The Manatee County Pro Rodeo, presented by Top Shop Truck Accessories returns to the Manatee Fairgrounds on October 23–24, 2026 ...

Sarasota Orchestra Presents: Star Wars: Return of the Jedi

You asked, and we answered: Sarasota Orchestra completes the original Star Wars trilogy this season with a symphonic screening of ...

Sarasota Paradise vs West Chester

New opponents. New destinations. Same Paradise. Our inaugural USL League One schedule has arrived, marking our first professional season and ...

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