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November 29 - December 5

Deck the Halls at the Florida Studio Theatre

Celebrate the holidays – Sarasota style! With palm trees wrapped in lights, sand snowmen, and festive tunes, this all-new edition ...

Wonderland Home for the Holidays

Home for the Holidays A breathtaking holiday circus spectacular of faith, family, and wonder. The 2026–2027 season runs November 21 through January ...

North Pole Express at the Florida Railroad Museum

All aboard for an unforgettable journey to the North Pole! The North Pole Express is a magical holiday experience featuring a ...

  • 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: Holiday Events

Holiday Movies Under the Stars at UTC

Snuggle up this season at Holiday Movies Under the Stars, presented by Keiser University. Join us every Friday and Saturday ...

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

Holiday Movies Under the Stars at UTC

Snuggle up this season at Holiday Movies Under the Stars, presented by Keiser University. Join us every Friday and Saturday ...

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

Holiday Movies Under the Stars at UTC

Snuggle up this season at Holiday Movies Under the Stars, presented by Keiser University. Join us every Friday and Saturday ...

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

Holiday Movies Under the Stars at UTC

Snuggle up this season at Holiday Movies Under the Stars, presented by Keiser University. Join us every Friday and Saturday ...

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

Holiday Movies Under the Stars at UTC

Snuggle up this season at Holiday Movies Under the Stars, presented by Keiser University. Join us every Friday and Saturday ...

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

Holiday Movies Under the Stars at UTC

Snuggle up this season at Holiday Movies Under the Stars, presented by Keiser University. Join us every Friday and Saturday ...

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

European Holiday Market at the Bradenton Convention Center

The annual European Holiday Market, blends European-inspired tradition with Gulf Coast flair at the Bradenton Area Convention Center from December ...

North Pole Express at the Florida Railroad Museum

All aboard for an unforgettable journey to the North Pole! The North Pole Express is a magical holiday experience featuring a ...

  • 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: Holiday Events

Holiday Movies Under the Stars at UTC

Snuggle up this season at Holiday Movies Under the Stars, presented by Keiser University. Join us every Friday and Saturday ...

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

Holiday Movies Under the Stars at UTC

Snuggle up this season at Holiday Movies Under the Stars, presented by Keiser University. Join us every Friday and Saturday ...

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

European Holiday Market at the Bradenton Convention Center

The annual European Holiday Market, blends European-inspired tradition with Gulf Coast flair at the Bradenton Area Convention Center from December ...

North Pole Express at the Florida Railroad Museum

All aboard for an unforgettable journey to the North Pole! The North Pole Express is a magical holiday experience featuring a ...

  • 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: Holiday Events

Cinema at The Bay: The Holiday (20th Anniversary)

Enjoy this free festive movie as it celebrates a milestone anniversary of its own — under the stars at The ...

Holiday Movies Under the Stars at UTC

Snuggle up this season at Holiday Movies Under the Stars, presented by Keiser University. Join us every Friday and Saturday ...

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

Holiday Movies Under the Stars at UTC

Snuggle up this season at Holiday Movies Under the Stars, presented by Keiser University. Join us every Friday and Saturday ...

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

Wonderland Home for the Holidays

Home for the Holidays A breathtaking holiday circus spectacular of faith, family, and wonder. The 2026–2027 season runs November 21 through January ...

European Holiday Market at the Bradenton Convention Center

The annual European Holiday Market, blends European-inspired tradition with Gulf Coast flair at the Bradenton Area Convention Center from December ...

Christmas in the City in Downtown Arcadia

A joyous Christmas experience for the whole community. Celebrate the magic of Christmas in the city with live music, face ...

North Pole Express at the Florida Railroad Museum

All aboard for an unforgettable journey to the North Pole! The North Pole Express is a magical holiday experience featuring a ...

  • 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: Holiday Events

Sarasota Cuban Ballet School The Nutcracker at the Sarasota Opera House

Be transported to Clara’s enchanted dream world in The Nutcracker by the Sarasota Cuban Ballet. This holiday favorite features the ...

Holiday Movies Under the Stars at UTC

Snuggle up this season at Holiday Movies Under the Stars, presented by Keiser University. Join us every Friday and Saturday ...

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

Holiday Movies Under the Stars at UTC

Snuggle up this season at Holiday Movies Under the Stars, presented by Keiser University. Join us every Friday and Saturday ...

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

Breakfast with Santa at The Ritz-Carlton

Saturday, December 5th, and Saturday, December 19th, 9am - 12pm - The Hotel Lawn Have breakfast with Santa himself. Children will ...

  • 9:00 am - 12:00 pm 
  • Location: The Ritz-Carlton Sarasota, 1111 Ritz-Carlton Drive, Sarasota, FL 34236 (The Bayview Lawn)
  • Cost: $89 Per Adult, $35 Per Child (12 and Under) Exclusive of Gratuity and Tax
  • Website: www.opentable.com
  • Category: Holiday Events

Geraldson's Christmas Market

Save the date family and tell your friends!! Our 7th annual Christmas Market is the first Saturday of December. Food ...

  • 9:00 am -  3:00 pm 
  • Location: Geraldson's Family Farm, 9812 9th Ave NW, Bradenton, FL 34209
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Holiday Events

Deck the Halls at the Florida Studio Theatre

Celebrate the holidays – Sarasota style! With palm trees wrapped in lights, sand snowmen, and festive tunes, this all-new edition ...

Holiday ShopFest at Parrish Community Park

Find your holiday happy place at Holiday ShopFest! Shop local makers and boutique vendors, enjoy food trucks, live island music, ...

Lester Family Fun Day at The Center of Anna Maria Island

The 25th Annual Lester Family Fun Day is Saturday, December 5! Join us at The Center for a day of ...

  • 10:30 am -  2:00 pm 
  • Location: The Center of Anna Maria Island, 407 Magnolia Ave, Anna Maria, FL 34216
  • Cost: Free to Attend
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Holiday Events

European Holiday Market at the Bradenton Convention Center

The annual European Holiday Market, blends European-inspired tradition with Gulf Coast flair at the Bradenton Area Convention Center from December ...

Aloha Ukulele Holiday Concert at the Palmetto Library

Join us for a variety of holiday music brought to you by Manatee County's own Aloha Ukulele group!

Julie B. Jones The Musical Jr. at Riverview High School

It's Junie B.'s first day of first grade, and a lot of things have changed for her: Junie's friend, Lucille, ...

  • 12:00 pm 
  • Location: Riverview High School | 1 Ram Way, Sarasota, FL 34231
  • Cost: $23.04
  • Website: www.etix.com
  • Category: Holiday Events

AMI South End Presents Sundown Get Down - Holidays in Paradise

Celebrate the Holidays in Paradise all season long! Every Saturday, enjoy a festive lineup of holiday entertainment, family-friendly activities, local ...

Winter Wonderland Celebration on Old Main Street Bradenton

Winter Wonderland transforms Bradenton’s historic Old Main Street into a festive holiday destination filled with seasonal cheer and family-friendly fun. Guests ...

North Pole Express at the Florida Railroad Museum

All aboard for an unforgettable journey to the North Pole! The North Pole Express is a magical holiday experience featuring a ...

  • 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: Holiday Events

The Nutcracker at Riverview High School

The story of Nutcracker begins on Christmas Eve, and follows a young girl, Clara, who receives a Nutcracker doll as ...

Holiday Movies Under the Stars at UTC

Snuggle up this season at Holiday Movies Under the Stars, presented by Keiser University. Join us every Friday and Saturday ...

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

Holiday Movies Under the Stars at UTC

Snuggle up this season at Holiday Movies Under the Stars, presented by Keiser University. Join us every Friday and Saturday ...

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

Holiday Movies Under the Stars at UTC

Snuggle up this season at Holiday Movies Under the Stars, presented by Keiser University. Join us every Friday and Saturday ...

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

Sarasota Holiday Parade

The magic is coming back to downtown! The Sarasota Holiday Parade is right around the corner, and we’re getting ready ...

November 29 - December 5
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