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06December

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, ...

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 ...

Nutcracker Tea at The Ritz-Carlton

The Ritz-Carlton, Sarasota is proud to offer an extensive array of seasonal experiences, culinary delights, wellness offerings and family friendly ...

  • 11:00 am -  1:00 pm 
  • Location: The Ritz-Carlton 1111 Ritz Carlton Dr, Sarasota, FL
  • Cost: $149++ per adult, $75++ per child (12 and under)
  • Website: www.opentable.com
  • Category: Holiday Events

Jingle Jam Cookie Mystery Dinner at Pineapple Kitchen

Interactive Family Mystery Dinner Show: We have heard there is a mischievous Christmas Elf who is up to no good. Help ...

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 ...

Nutcracker Tea at The Ritz-Carlton

The Ritz-Carlton, Sarasota is proud to offer an extensive array of seasonal experiences, culinary delights, wellness offerings and family friendly ...

  • 3:00 pm -  5:00 pm 
  • Location: The Ritz-Carlton 1111 Ritz Carlton Dr, Sarasota, FL
  • Cost: $149++ per adult, $75++ per child (12 and under)
  • Website: www.opentable.com
  • Category: Holiday Events

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
07December

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
08December

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
09December

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

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 ...

Venice Theatre Presents: A Christmas Carol

You’ll consider your time well-spent when you experience VT’s own musical adaptation of Dickens’ classic story. Showtimes: Monday-Saturday at 7:30 PM, ...

  • 7:30 pm 
  • Location: Raymond Center 140 Tampa Ave W. Venice, FL 34285
  • Cost: Adult/Seniors $35 College Students and Current Educators $26 Youth (Child-High School) $19
  • Website: venicetheatre.org
  • Category: Holiday Events
10December

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

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 ...

A Christmas Story at Rise Above Performing Arts

Based on the beloved holiday film, A Christmas Story: The Musical brings the nostalgic, laugh-out-loud classic to life on stage ...

Venice Theatre Presents: A Christmas Carol

You’ll consider your time well-spent when you experience VT’s own musical adaptation of Dickens’ classic story. Showtimes: Monday-Saturday at 7:30 PM, ...

  • 7:30 pm 
  • Location: Raymond Center 140 Tampa Ave W. Venice, FL 34285
  • Cost: Adult/Seniors $35 College Students and Current Educators $26 Youth (Child-High School) $19
  • Website: venicetheatre.org
  • Category: Holiday Events
11December

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

The Nutcracker by The Sarasota Ballet at Venice Performing Arts Center

We are thrilled to announce the return of the production of The Nutcracker in an exciting partnership between The Sarasota ...

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 ...

A Christmas Story at Rise Above Performing Arts

Based on the beloved holiday film, A Christmas Story: The Musical brings the nostalgic, laugh-out-loud classic to life on stage ...

Venice Theatre Presents: A Christmas Carol

You’ll consider your time well-spent when you experience VT’s own musical adaptation of Dickens’ classic story. Showtimes: Monday-Saturday at 7:30 PM, ...

  • 7:30 pm 
  • Location: Raymond Center 140 Tampa Ave W. Venice, FL 34285
  • Cost: Adult/Seniors $35 College Students and Current Educators $26 Youth (Child-High School) $19
  • Website: venicetheatre.org
  • Category: Holiday Events
12December

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 ...

Major Productions Studio of Dance - The Nutcracker Jr. at Riverview High School

The holiday season is upon us, a time of enchantment and joy, and we invite you to embark on a ...

  • 12:00 pm 
  • Location: Riverview High School | 1 Ram Way, Sarasota, FL 34231
  • Cost: Tickets will be available for purchase online starting November 16th at 12pm
  • Website: 25692.recitalticketing.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 ...

Venice Theatre Presents: A Christmas Carol

You’ll consider your time well-spent when you experience VT’s own musical adaptation of Dickens’ classic story. Showtimes: Monday-Saturday at 7:30 PM, ...

  • 2:00 pm 
  • Location: Raymond Center 140 Tampa Ave W. Venice, FL 34285
  • Cost: Adult/Seniors $35 College Students and Current Educators $26 Youth (Child-High School) $19
  • Website: venicetheatre.org
  • Category: Holiday Events

The Nutcracker by The Sarasota Ballet at Venice Performing Arts Center

We are thrilled to announce the return of the production of The Nutcracker in an exciting partnership between The Sarasota ...

A Night Before Christmas at GT Bray Park

Presented by Outdoor Lighting Perspectives and Hale Law, the annual A Night Before Christmas event at GT Bray Park is ...

  • 4:00 pm -  8:00 pm 
  • Location: GT Bray Park, 5502 33rd Avenue Drive West, Bradenton, FL
  • Cost: Free to Attend (A suggested donation per family of a new, unwrapped toy for a local children's organization is kindly requested)
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Holiday Events

Holidays at The Bay

There’s snow place like The Bay for the holidays! Join the fun at the FREE 5th Annual Holidays at The Bay ...

Jingle Jam at CoolToday Park

Get ready to glisten, glow, and jam out at Jingle Jam: A Merry & Bright Night! A new, nighttime twist ...

The Nutcracker presented by Star Academy of Dance

Join us for a magical show including ballet, aerial, and more! Follow along with Clara as she celebrates Christmas Eve, ...

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

A Christmas Story at Rise Above Performing Arts

Based on the beloved holiday film, A Christmas Story: The Musical brings the nostalgic, laugh-out-loud classic to life on stage ...

Venice Theatre Presents: A Christmas Carol

You’ll consider your time well-spent when you experience VT’s own musical adaptation of Dickens’ classic story. Showtimes: Monday-Saturday at 7:30 PM, ...

  • 7:30 pm 
  • Location: Raymond Center 140 Tampa Ave W. Venice, FL 34285
  • Cost: Adult/Seniors $35 College Students and Current Educators $26 Youth (Child-High School) $19
  • Website: venicetheatre.org
  • Category: Holiday Events
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