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August 16 - 22
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16August

Parrish Park Summerfest

Parrish Park Summerfest returns on August 16, from 10 a.m. - 3 p.m. Last year was amazing, and we're working ...

  • 10:00 am -  3:00 pm 
  • Location: Parrish Community Park, 7550 Fort Hamer Rd, Parrish, FL 34219
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Free
17August

Back to School Water Day Hosted by SipNBrew

End summer with us at our Back 2 School Water Day! SipnPlay Hosted By SipnBrew FREE EVENT Join us for a ...

  • 9:00 am - 12:00 pm 
  • Location: Nathan Benderson Park - Crew Cove Patio, 5851 Nathan Benderson Cir, Sarasota, FL 34235
  • Cost: Free to Attend
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Free

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 ...

  • 10:00 am - 11:45 am 
  • Location: Lakewood Ranch Library, 16410 Rangeland Parkway Lakewood Ranch, FL 34211
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: lakewoodranch.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

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 ...

  • 11:30 am - 12:15 pm 
  • Location: The Flock SRQ: 1977 Brother Geenen Way, Sarasota, FL 34236
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: theflocksrq.com
  • Category: Free

Experience Week at Sarasota Ballet School

School Fall 2026 Experience Week RSVP Join Us for Our Experience Week - August 17-22 Come take a FREE class, tour the ...

  • 4:20 pm -  6:30 pm 
  • Location: Sarasota Ballet School, 1400 Boulevard of the Arts, Sarasota, FL 34243
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: www.sarasotaballet.org
  • Category: Free

Gecko’s Grill & Pub Bingo Night

It's Bingo Night!! Bring the family or friends and come join in the Monday night fun!

  • 7:00 pm 
  • Location: Gecko's, 4310 FL-64 E, Bradenton, FL 34208
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Free
18August

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 ...

  • 10:00 am - 11:45 am 
  • Location: Lakewood Ranch Library, 16410 Rangeland Parkway Lakewood Ranch, FL 34211
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: manateelibrary.libcal.com
  • Category: Free

Experience Week at Sarasota Ballet School

School Fall 2026 Experience Week RSVP Join Us for Our Experience Week - August 17-22 Come take a FREE class, tour the ...

  • 4:15 pm -  6:30 pm 
  • Location: Sarasota Ballet School, 1400 Boulevard of the Arts, Sarasota, FL 34243
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: www.sarasotaballet.org
  • Category: Free
19August

Palmetto Library Garden Club

Join us at the Palmetto Branch in our Learning Garden filled with Florida native plants to help maintain, prune, and ...

  • 9:00 am - 10:00 am 
  • Location: Palmetto Branch Library, 923 6th Street W, Palmetto, FL
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: manateelibrary.libcal.com
  • Category: Free

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 ...

  • 10:00 am - 11:30 am 
  • Location: Community Day School, 4335 Wilkinson Rd., Sarasota
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Free

Toddler Storytime at Lakewood Ranch Library

Join us at the Lakewood Ranch Library for stories, songs, rhymes, and lots of movement for toddlers ages 18 months ...

  • 10:00 am - 11:45 am 
  • Location: Lakewood Ranch Library, 16410 Rangeland Parkway Lakewood Ranch, FL 34211
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: lakewoodranch.com
  • Category: Free

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

Experience Week at Sarasota Ballet School

School Fall 2026 Experience Week RSVP Join Us for Our Experience Week - August 17-22 Come take a FREE class, tour the ...

  • 4:45 pm -  7:00 pm 
  • Location: Sarasota Ballet School, 1400 Boulevard of the Arts, Sarasota, FL 34243
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: www.sarasotaballet.org
  • 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
20August

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

Homeschool Third Thursday at The Ringling

On the third Thursday of the month, join The Ringling for a FREE hands-on learning program, designed for homeschooling families ...

  • 10:00 am - 12:00 pm 
  • Location: The Ringling Museum, 5401 Bay Shore Road Sarasota, FL 34243
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: www.ringling.org
  • Category: Free

Experience Week at Sarasota Ballet School

School Fall 2026 Experience Week RSVP Join Us for Our Experience Week - August 17-22 Come take a FREE class, tour the ...

  • 4:15 pm -  6:30 pm 
  • Location: Sarasota Ballet School, 1400 Boulevard of the Arts, Sarasota, FL 34243
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: www.sarasotaballet.org
  • 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

End of Summer Luau Night Market at The Green at UTC

Aloha! Join us for an end of summer luau at the UTC Night Market, a monthly outdoor market event featuring ...

  • 6:30 pm -  9:30 pm 
  • Location: The Green at UTC, 125 N Cattlemen Rd. Sarasota, FL
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: utcsarasota.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
21August

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

Experience Week at Sarasota Ballet School

School Fall 2026 Experience Week RSVP Join Us for Our Experience Week - August 17-22 Come take a FREE class, tour the ...

  • 4:45 pm -  6:15 pm 
  • Location: Sarasota Ballet School, 1400 Boulevard of the Arts, Sarasota, FL 34243
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: www.sarasotaballet.org
  • Category: Free

Karaoke on the Green

Singing is no longer just for your car or shower! Join us every third Friday of the month and rock ...

  • 7:00 pm - 10:00 pm 
  • Location: 200 N Cattlemen Road, Sarasota, FL 34243
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: utcsarasota.com
  • Category: Free
22August

Sarasota County Fire Department Station 8 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 8, 840 Apex Rd, 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

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, ...

  • 9:30 am - 12:00 pm 
  • Location: Creative Liberties, 927 N Lime Avenue, Sarasota, FL, 34237
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: www.creativeliberties.net
  • Category: Free

Experience Week at Sarasota Ballet School

School Fall 2026 Experience Week RSVP Join Us for Our Experience Week - August 17-22 Come take a FREE class, tour the ...

  • 9:30 am - 12:25 pm 
  • Location: Sarasota Ballet School, 1400 Boulevard of the Arts, Sarasota, FL 34243
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: www.sarasotaballet.org
  • Category: Free

Beat the Heat at Coastline Christian Church

Coastline Christian Church is excited to host our FREE Family Water Days and your family is invited! Get ready for giant ...

Children's Art Classes Open House

Come and meet us, learn about our curriculum, and tour our studio!

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 ...

Bricks & Minifigs 3 Year Celebration

Bricks & Minifigs Sarasota is turning 3, and we're throwing our biggest celebration yet! Join us for a day packed with ...

  • 11:00 am -  7:00 pm 
  • Location: Bricks & Minifigs, 4047 Clark Road, Sarasota, FL
  • 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!

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 ...

  • 2:00 pm -  4:00 pm 
  • Location: Florida Maritime Museum, 4415 119th Street West, Cortez, FL 34215
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: floridamaritimemuseum.org
  • Category: Free
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