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12April

Daily Live Music Series at Wellen Park

Join us for Downtown Wellen Park’s Daily Live Music Series! We will have a rotating line up of musicians showcasing ...

  • 9:00 am -  1:00 pm 
  • Location: 19745 Wellen Park Blvd, Venice, FL 34293
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: wellenpark.com
  • Category: Free

Let's Glow Crazy at First Sarasota

At Let’s Glow Crazy, kids will enjoy high-energy worship, exciting games, fun prizes, and a glow-filled environment created just for ...

Annual Autism Awareness Extravaganza at The Florida Railroad Museum

The first year went so well...we are back to do it again! This event is FREE to the community. Come ...

  • 10:00 am -  3:00 pm 
  • Location: 12210 83rd St E, Parrish, FL 34219
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Free

Keel Farms Blueberry Festival

Join us for our annual Blueberry Festival every weekend in April (except Easter Sunday) from 10 AM – 3 PM ...

  • 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: Free

Venice Sharks Tooth Festival at Centennial Park

Welcome to the Venice, Florida Sharks Tooth Festival! Join us on Saturday, April 11th, 2026 and Sunday, April 12th, 2026 ...

Free Second Sundays at the Sarasota Art Museum

On the second Sunday of each month, we offer free admission. Bring the entire family and be inspired by SAM’s ...

Family Fun Movie Night at Vision Church

Family Movie Night at Vision Church! We’re keeping the Easter celebration going with a night your whole family will love! Join ...

  • 6:00 pm 
  • Location: Vision Church: 7601 State Rd. 72, Sarasota, FL 34241
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Free

Signature Artists at The Bay: The Sarasota Ballet Studio Company

Enjoy a free performance by The Sarasota Ballet Studio Company at The Bay! A celebration of dance with The Sarasota Ballet ...

  • 6:00 pm -  7:00 pm 
  • Location: 1055 Blvd of the Arts, Sarasota, 34236, US
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Free
13April

Mom Mondays at The Fox Mercantile

Every Mom. Every Monday. Because moms matter too. Join us tomorrow at 9:30 AM for moms, babies, & coffee. Exclusive ...

  • 9:30 am 
  • Location: 12304 Cortez Rd W , Bradenton, FL, United States, 34215
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Free

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 ...

  • 10:00 am -  5:00 pm 
  • Location: 5401 Bay Shore Road, Sarasota, FL
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: www.ringling.org
  • Category: Free

Bradenton Area Gulf Coast Drive at Coquina Beach

Introducing the Golf Coast Drive, a one-of-a-kind beachfront golf event debuting April 13 at Coquina Beach to kick off the ...

  • 1:30 pm -  7:00 pm 
  • Location: Coquina Beach Cafe 2650 Gulf Dr S, Bradenton Beach, FL 34217
  • Cost: Free
  • Category: Free

Daily Live Music Series at Wellen Park

Join us for Downtown Wellen Park’s Daily Live Music Series! We will have a rotating line up of musicians showcasing ...

  • 6:00 pm - 10:00 pm 
  • Location: 19745 Wellen Park Blvd, Venice, FL 34293
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: wellenpark.com
  • Category: Free
14April

Woodland Church Playgroup

This FREE group meets Tuesday mornings from 9am-11:30am. Everyone will meet in the gym, bounce on the jumpers, play with ...

  • 9:00 am - 11:30 am 
  • Location: Woodland Community Church, 9607 State Road 70 E Bradenton, FL 34202
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: gowoodland.com
  • Category: Free

Family Storytime at Island Branch Library

Calling all families for creative play and interactive fun.

  • 10:00 am - 11:00 am 
  • Location: Island Branch Library, 5701 Marina Drive, Holmes Beach, FL
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: manateelibrary.libcal.com
  • Category: Free

Sarasota Police Department’s Spring Fest

The Sarasota Police Department is excited to invite the community to its upcoming Spring Fest on Tuesday, April 14. This ...

  • 5:30 pm -  8:00 pm 
  • Location: Sarasota Police Department, 2099 Adams Lane, Sarasota
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: www.sarasotapd.org
  • Category: Free

Daily Live Music Series at Wellen Park

Join us for Downtown Wellen Park’s Daily Live Music Series! We will have a rotating line up of musicians showcasing ...

  • 6:00 pm - 10:00 pm 
  • Location: 19745 Wellen Park Blvd, Venice, FL 34293
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: wellenpark.com
  • Category: Free
15April

Giving Challenge Kickoff - Free Community Day at The Children's Garden!

Join us for a free Community Day at the Sarasota Children’s Garden! Help us kick off the Giving Challenge with a ...

  • 10:00 am -  3:00 pm 
  • Location: The Children's Garden - 1670 10th Way, Sarasota, 34236
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: www.givingchallenge.org
  • Category: Free

The Mom Walk Collective x Everyone Urgent Care Walk and Playdate

Join us at Buffalo Creek Park for a walk and playdate. Our walk is sponsored by Everyone Urgent Care.

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 ...

  • 4:00 pm 
  • Location: The Flock SRQ, 1977 Brother Geenen Way, Sarasota, FL 34236
  • Cost: See Website
  • Website: theflocksrq.com
  • Category: Free

The Rosemary Youth Ballet Presents: Dance for a Difference

Join us for a special outdoor evening of dance in support of The Rosemary Youth Ballet.

  • 5:30 pm 
  • Location: Overtown Square Park, 1386 Blvd of the Arts, Sarasota, FL
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Free

Daily Live Music Series at Wellen Park

Join us for Downtown Wellen Park’s Daily Live Music Series! We will have a rotating line up of musicians showcasing ...

  • 6:00 pm - 10:00 pm 
  • Location: 19745 Wellen Park Blvd, Venice, FL 34293
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: wellenpark.com
  • Category: Free

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: Free
16April

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 ...

  • 9:30 am - 10:30 am 
  • Location: Chabad of Sarasota, 7700 Beneva Road, Sarasota FL
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: www.sarasotachabad.com
  • Category: Free

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 ...

  • 9:30 am - 10:30 am 
  • Location: 8209 Natures Way, Bradenton, FL 34202
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Free

Casey Cares Pajama Party at Chick-Fil-A Creekwood

Join us for a cozy and meaningful evening at our Pajama Party in partnership with Casey Cares! Wear your favorite pajamas ...

  • 5:30 pm -  7:30 pm 
  • Location: 5206 73rd Ln E, Bradenton, FL 34203
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Free

Daily Live Music Series at Wellen Park

Join us for Downtown Wellen Park’s Daily Live Music Series! We will have a rotating line up of musicians showcasing ...

  • 6:00 pm - 10:00 pm 
  • Location: 19745 Wellen Park Blvd, Venice, FL 34293
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: wellenpark.com
  • Category: Free

Dueling Pianos Night at Wellen Park

Enjoy the sight and sounds of Dueling Pianos in Downtown Wellen Park on the third Thursday of the month! These ...

  • 6:00 pm - 10:00 pm 
  • Location: 19745 Wellen Park Blvd, Venice, FL 34293
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: wellenpark.com
  • Category: 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: Free

UTC Night Market

Join us for UTC Night Market, a monthly outdoor market event featuring live music and a great mix of local ...

  • 6:30 pm -  9:30 pm 
  • Location: 200 N Cattlemen Road, Sarasota, FL 34243
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: utcsarasota.com
  • Category: Free
17April

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 ...

  • 9:00 am - 11:00 am 
  • Location: Lakewood Ranch Library, 16410 Rangeland Pkwy, Bradenton, FL 34211
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: manateelibrary.libcal.com
  • Category: Free

Ride and Paddle Guided Kayak Tour at The Bay

Experience The Bay from the water! Explore the restored mangroves and other flora and fauna of The Bay on this ...

  • 9:00 am - 11:00 am 
  • Location: Kayak Launch, 1055 Blvd of the Arts Sarasota, FL 34243
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Free

Daily Live Music Series at Wellen Park

Join us for Downtown Wellen Park’s Daily Live Music Series! We will have a rotating line up of musicians showcasing ...

  • 6:00 pm - 10:00 pm 
  • Location: 19745 Wellen Park Blvd, Venice, FL 34293
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: wellenpark.com
  • Category: Free

Manatee Music Series at G.T. Bray Park's Amphitheater

Enjoy these FREE live concerts, taking place Third Fridays at GT Bray Park's Amphitheater, 6 to 8 PM, February to ...

  • 6:00 pm -  8:00 pm 
  • Location: GT Bray Amphitheater, 2910 51st St W, Bradenton
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Free
18April

Big Truck Day at CoolToday Park

Sarasota County Parks, Recreation and Natural Resources and the Atlanta Braves present the 30th annual Big Truck Day! Pull the ...

  • 9:00 am -  1:00 pm 
  • Location: 18800 S West Villages Parkway, Venice, FL
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Free

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, ...

Ride and Paddle Guided Kayak Tour at The Bay

Experience The Bay from the water! Explore the restored mangroves and other flora and fauna of The Bay on this ...

  • 9:00 am - 11:00 am 
  • Location: Kayak Launch, 1055 Blvd of the Arts Sarasota, FL 34243
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Free

Sarasota County Fire Department Station 9 Open House

Join the Sarasota County Fire Department during our monthly free community events! Open Houses are held on the below listed ...

  • 9:00 am -  1:00 pm 
  • Location: Station 9, 6750 Bee Ridge Road, Sarasota.
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: www.scgov.net
  • Category: Free

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 ...

  • 9:00 am - 12:00 pm 
  • Location: 840 99th St NW Bradenton, FL 34209
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: www.mymanatee.org
  • Category: Free

Suncoast Remake Learning Days - Blackburn Kindergarten Roundup at Blackburn Elementary School

Wheelchair accessible, Accessible parking, Sensory friendly, Gender neutral restrooms, Bilingual English and Spanish Join Blackburn for donuts and juice in the cafeteria, show what ...

Suncoast Remake Learning Days - Just Focus Math Trail at the Bradenton Public Market

Wheelchair accessible, Accessible parking, Bilingual English and Spanish, Accommodations available upon request Join the Just Focus Math Trail at Bradenton Public Market for ...

Suncoast Remake Learning Days - Wind, Water, and Innovation: A STEM Celebration at Southeast High School

Join the School District of Manatee County and Manatee County Government's Water Conservation Department for a STEM Celebration. Learn about water conservation, participate ...

Touch-A-Truck and Open House at Public Works Facility

You won’t want to miss your chance to" See, touch and climb on over 30 vehicles. Open House, Saturday, April ...

  • 9:00 am - 12:00 pm 
  • Location: Public Works Facility, 1022 26th Avenue East, Bradenton, 34208
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Free

Keel Farms Blueberry Festival

Join us for our annual Blueberry Festival every weekend in April (except Easter Sunday) from 10 AM – 3 PM ...

  • 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: Free

Limelight Market at The Bazaar on Apricot & Lime

Every 3rd Saturday we open the courtyard up for guest vendors, doggies looking for homes, live music, and so much ...

  • 10:00 am -  3:00 pm 
  • Location: The Bazaar on Apricot & Lime: 821 Apricot Avenue, Sarasota, FL 34237
  • Cost: Free Admission
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Free

Lowe's DIY Kids Workshops

Attend a monthly Kids' Workshop with your mini-DIYer (while supplies last). Register your mini-DIYer for upcoming workshops (registration required). Each workshop ...

  • 10:00 am -  1:00 pm 
  • Location: Lowe's Stores, multiple locations
  • Cost: FREE but registration is required
  • Website: www.lowes.com
  • Category: Free

Palmetto Downtown Mainstreet Presents: Chalk Art Festival at Sutton Park

Join Palmetto Downtown Downtown Main Street for Chalk Art Festival, a vibrant two-day outdoor arts celebration featuring professional chalk artists ...

Suncoast Remake Learning Days - Adopt-A-Plushie at Cat Depot Community Center

Join Cat Depot for Adopt-A-Plushie, where kids ages 3–10 learn how to choose the right cat for their family, adopt ...

Suncoast Remake Learning Days - Arts in the Park at 17th St Park

Join us at the 17th St Park in Palmetto for a morning of creativity. You and your child will explore ...

Suncoast Remake Learning Days - Bridging the Generations: A LEGO Connection Event

Bridging the Generations: A LEGO Connection Event pairs youth and adults in a fast-paced, limited-piece LEGO bridge-building challenge that tests ...

Suncoast Remake Learning Days - Ghostly Secrets at North Port Library

A ghostly presence has infiltrated the library's computer system, causing strange glitches and digital chaos. The ghost is trapped within ...

  • 10:00 am -  5:00 pm 
  • Location: 13800 S Tamiami Trail, North Port FL 34287
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: remakelearningdays.org
  • Category: Free

Suncoast Remake Learning Days - Healthy Kids Day at Sarasota City YMCA

Join us at the Sarasota City YMCA for Healthy Kids Day, where we will be promoting children’s health and wellness ...

Suncoast Remake Learning Days - Healthy Kids Day at the Bradenton YMCA

Enjoy vendors, fun games, educational activities, and tasty snacks for the whole family!

Suncoast Remake Learning Days - Healthy Kids Day at the LWR YMCA

Healthy Kids Day® at the YMCA is a free, family-friendly event where kids and families enjoy fun activities, active play, and hands-on ...

  • 10:00 am -  1:00 pm 
  • Location: 5100 Lakewood Ranch Blvd, Bradenton FL 34211
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: remakelearningdays.org
  • Category: Free

Suncoast Remake Learning Days - Healthy Kids Day at the Palmer Ranch YMCA

Join us for YMCA Healthy Kids Day, a fun-filled celebration where families explore fitness activities, hands-on learning, and wellness resources ...

Suncoast Remake Learning Days - The Garbage-Men at William H. Jervey, Jr. Venice Library

Local musicians, The Garbage-Men, perform musical numbers on their unique homemade recycled instruments. Featuring a special Q&A session and a ...

Suncoast Remake Learning Days - The Great Daffodil Build at the Manatee Performing Arts Center

At The Great Daffodil Build, families will create daffodils for our production of Big Fish. Participants will cut, glue, and ...

Suncoast Remake Learning Days - The Singing River: Storytelling through Acting, Dance, and Music at Manatee County Central Library

Join Reflections of Manatee for interactive, bilingual, storytelling with Ms. Ofelia, who uses costumes, acting, music, and dance to bring ...

  • 10:00 am - 11:00 am 
  • Location: 1301 Barcarrota Blvd W, Bradenton FL 34205
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: remakelearningdays.org
  • Category: Free

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 ...

Backstage Sarasota: The Pirate Ship and the Sea Monster at Florida Studio Theatre

Experience the magic of student-written plays in Florida Studio Theatre’s The Pirate Ship and the Sea Monster and Other Winning ...

De Soto National Memorial Food Truck Saturdays

Food Truck Saturdays! One Saturday a month De Soto National Memorial will feature Food Truck Saturdays. Come out on January 17th ...

  • 11:00 am -  2:00 pm 
  • Location: De Soto National Memorial, 8300 Desoto Memorial Hwy, Bradenton, FL 34209
  • Cost: Free to attend
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Free

Storytime at Barnes and Noble Sarasota

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

Suncoast Remake Learning Days - Hydrodance at Cottonmouth Southern Soul Kitchen

With help from Cottonmouth Southern Soul Kitchen, enjoy an exciting live spiral dance event for all ages and all abilities! ...

Suncoast Remake Learning Days - Puppet Make and Take at the Braden River Library

Explore a magical world of laughter and surprises. Design and create your own character, puppet or marionette to use in ...

Suncoast Remake Learning Days Earth Day at the Bay

Celebrate Everything Blue and Green at Earth Day at The Bay! Celebrate Good to Be Green Months (March & April) at ...

  • 11:00 am -  1:00 pm 
  • Location: 1055 Boulevard of the Arts. Sarasota, FL 34236
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: www.thebaysarasota.org
  • Category: Free

Suncoast Boat Show Hook the Future Kids Fishing Clinic

Captain Don Dingman returns to the show with his Kids Fishing Clinics - better known as Hook the Future! Learn ...

Suncoast Remake Learning Days - Academic Avengers Family Fun Day at Bat City Comic Professionals

Academic Avengers’ Family Fun Day is a chance for superheroes, young and old, to train to save the world from ...

Suncoast Remake Learning Days - Backstage Sarasota: Move with a Master at the Van Wezel

Experience the excitement of dancing with Broadway veteran and Van Wezel Director of Education Justin Gomlak! Dancemaking and storytelling combine ...

Suncoast Remake Learning Days - Community Kickball & Learning Field Day at East Bradenton Park

Get ready for a day of fun, games, and learning at the Community Kickball & Learning Field Day - don't ...

Trash to Tunes: A Musical Reuse Workshop at Art Center Sarasota

Turn recycling into rhythm at this playful FREE Family Saturday! Craft percussion instruments from found and recycled materials, then join ...

Suncoast Remake Learning Days - Beyond Gaming at Renaissance Event Center

Game On at the Beyond Gaming Esports event! This exciting event combines the thrill of competitive gaming with the power ...

Daily Live Music Series at Wellen Park

Join us for Downtown Wellen Park’s Daily Live Music Series! We will have a rotating line up of musicians showcasing ...

  • 6:00 pm - 10:00 pm 
  • Location: 19745 Wellen Park Blvd, Venice, FL 34293
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: wellenpark.com
  • Category: Free
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