Sarasota and Bradenton Family Events Calendar
The Fun 4 Manasota Kids Calendar is the most comprehensive online family calendar in the Sarasota and Bradenton area. We update our calendar every week to make sure we have all the family-friendly events in the area. Please let us know if you are aware of an event that is not listed! Listings are FREE! Submit Your Event Today!
PLEASE NOTE: Events and programs are subject to last minute cancellations and changes. Before attending, please contact the business or event host to confirm that the event/program is still taking place, and to register or RSVP if required.
New Year's Day Fun Run at Siesta Key Beach
Join us for our annual New Years day fun run. Run as far (to the Wall) or as little as ...
- 9:00 am - 12:00 pm
- Location: 2055 Siesta Dr, Sarasota, FL 34277
- Cost: Free
- Website: www.facebook.com
- Category: Free
Pilos Family Christmas Show in Bradenton
The Magic of Christmas is Back! *Formerly Lights of Palmetto We’re excited to announce that the Pilos Family Christmas Show is ...
- 6:00 pm - 10:00 pm
- Location: 1811 72nd Street North West, Bradenton, FL 34209
- Cost: Free
- Website: www.facebook.com
- Category: Free
Ima and Me Morning Meet Up at Chabad of Sarasota
Calling All Moms! Join us for a Thursday morning social for moms and their little ones (ages 0-2) with a ...
Storytime Adventures at Fruitville Library
For infants to five years, attending with caregiver. The storytime includes simple stories, nursery rhymes, songs, fingerplays, and crafts. Space ...
- 10:30 am - 11:30 am
- Location: Fruitville Library,100 Apex Road, Sarasota, FL 34240
- Cost: Free
- Website: scgovlibrary.librarymarket.com
- Category: Free
Weekly Free Fun Run at Fleet Feet
Everyone is welcome to join our Fun Run Group! We have walkers, runners and everyone in between! Meet at Fleet Feet ...
- 6:00 pm - 7:00 pm
- Location: 711 South Osprey Avenue #1, Sarasota, FL, 34236
- Cost: Free
- Website: www.facebook.com
- Category: Free
Bingo Night at Parrish Pizzeria
Bingo Night! Get ready to shout BINGO this Thursday at Parrish Pizzeria! Join us for a fun-filled night of games, delicious ...
- 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm
- Location: 12345 US Highway 301 N, Parrish, FL
- Cost: Free
- Website: www.facebook.com
- Category: Free
Pilos Family Christmas Show in Bradenton
The Magic of Christmas is Back! *Formerly Lights of Palmetto We’re excited to announce that the Pilos Family Christmas Show is ...
- 6:00 pm - 10:00 pm
- Location: 1811 72nd Street North West, Bradenton, FL 34209
- Cost: Free
- Website: www.facebook.com
- Category: Free
Village of the Arts Art Walk and Market Celebrating 25 Years
The Village of the Arts is turning 25 in 2025, and we’re celebrating with a theme that says it all: ...
- 11:00 am - 9:30 pm
- Location: Village of the Arts Square, 9th Ave W - 17th Ave W, Bradenton 34205
- Cost: Free to Attend
- Website: www.facebook.com
- Category: Free
Creation Station at North Port Library
Are you curious about our Creation Station? Join us for Open Lab, where library patrons can explore and experiment with ...
- 1:00 pm - 4:00 pm
- Location: North Port Library 13800 Tamiami Trail North Port, FL 34287
- Website: scgovlibrary.librarymarket.com
- Category: Free
Sarasota Seafood and Music Festival at J.D. Hamel Park
Sarasota Seafood Music Festival Get ready for 3 days of fun, flavor, and live music at the Sarasota Seafood Music ...
- 4:00 pm - 10:00 pm
- Location: J.D. Hamel Park, Sarasota Bayfront at 199 Bayfront Drive, Sarasota Florida
- Cost: Free Admission
- Website: www.facebook.com
- Category: Free
Pilos Family Christmas Show in Bradenton
The Magic of Christmas is Back! *Formerly Lights of Palmetto We’re excited to announce that the Pilos Family Christmas Show is ...
- 6:00 pm - 10:00 pm
- Location: 1811 72nd Street North West, Bradenton, FL 34209
- Cost: Free
- Website: www.facebook.com
- Category: Free
Music on Main in Lakewood Ranch
Join us on Lakewood Ranch Main Street from 6 – 9 pm for Music on Main, a free concert series ...
- 6:00 pm - 9:00 pm
- Location: 8100 Lakewood Main St, Bradenton, FL 34202
- Cost: FREE (Items and Food Available for Purchase)
- Website: lakewoodranch.com
- Category: Free
Ninja Squad Athletics Saturday Morning Run at Nathan Benderson Park
Running isn’t just a thing we do on Saturday anymore! It’s part of who we are! Join us for a ...
- 8:00 am
- Location: Nathan Benderson Park, 5851 Nathan Benderson Cir, Sarasota, FL 34235
- Cost: Free
- Website: www.facebook.com
- Category: Free
Bootcamp on the green at Big Top Brewing
Next BOOTCAMP on the green will be on Saturday Jan 4th @ 9:30am. Fun for the whole family! Every 1st ...
- 9:30 am - 11:00 am
- Location: 3045 Fruitville Commons Blvd Sarasota, FL 34240
- Cost: Free
- Website: www.bigtopbrewing.com
- Category: Free
Story Trails in the Reading Garden at North Sarasota Library
Stroll through our Reading Garden with your little one as YOU become the storyteller. Enjoy a different book the first ...
- 10:00 am - 12:30 pm
- Location: Betty J. Johnson North Sarasota Library 2801 Newtown Blvd. Sarasota, FL 34234
- Cost: Free
- Website: scgovlibrary.librarymarket.com
- Category: Free
Buffalo Creek Bombers 12U Team Tryouts at Buffalo Creek Baseball Park
Come join a winning organization built on development, team 1st attitude and sportsmanship. Open try-outs for Buffalo Creek (B.C.) Bombers ...
- 10:00 am
- Location: 7550 69th Street, East Palmetto, FL 34221
- Cost: Free
- Website: www.facebook.com
- Category: Free
Free Dance Workshops at Venice YMCA
Free Dance Workshops! Come join us at the Venice YMCA for a fun-filled day of dance and community! These workshops ...
- 10:00 am
- Location: Venice YMCA 701 Center Road Venice, FL 34285
- Cost: Free
- Website: www.facebook.com
- Category: Free
Sarasota Seafood and Music Festival
Sarasota Seafood Music Festival Get ready for 3 days of fun, flavor, and live music at the Sarasota Seafood Music ...
- 11:00 am - 6:00 pm
- Location: JD Hamel Park, 199 Bayfront Drive, Sarasota, FL
- Cost: Free Admission
- Website: www.facebook.com
- Category: Free
Forty Carrots WELCOME TO OUR WORLD® at Jacaranda Library
Bringing a baby into the world can fill our hearts with joy and love, and our minds with questions and ...
- 12:15 pm - 1:00 pm
- Location: Jacaranda Library, 4143 Woodmere Park Blvd, Venice, FL 34293
- Cost: Free, No preregistration required
- Website: fortycarrots.com
- Category: Free
Creation Station at Selby Library
Learn a simple trick of perspective to make a tracing of your hand appear to be jumping off the page. Please ...
- 3:00 pm - 4:30 pm
- Location: Selby Library 1331 First St. Sarasota, FL 34236
- Website: scgovlibrary.librarymarket.com
- Category: Free
Family Board Game Night at Fruitville Library
Get ready for an epic night of fun board games at our Game Night! All ages welcome. Meets 3:30-5:30 p.m. on ...
- 3:30 pm - 5:30 pm
- Location: Fruitville Library 100 Apex Road Sarasota, FL 34240
- Cost: Free
- Website: scgovlibrary.librarymarket.com
- Category: Free
Jam and Cram at Elsie Quirk Library
Need a place to get some homework done, write that paper, or work on that group project? Come over to ...
- 4:00 pm - 5:00 pm
- Location: Elsie Quirk Library, 100 W. Dearborn Street Englewood, FL 34223
- Cost: Free
- Website: scgovlibrary.librarymarket.com
- Category: Free
Anime Club at Selby Library
Watch anime and discuss your favorite characters. Explore anime-inspired, Asian snacks and crafts. Ages 9-18 are welcome!
- 4:00 pm - 5:45 pm
- Location: Selby Library, 1331 1st Street, Sarasota, FL 34236
- Cost: Free
- Website: scgovlibrary.librarymarket.com
- Category: Free
Preschool Music with Mr. Dave at Fruitville Library
Come join Mr. Dave Moran as he reads stories, plays his guitar and sings songs that will make your little ...
- 10:30 am
- Location: 100 Apex Rd., Sarasota FL 34240
- Cost: Free
- Website: scgovlibrary.librarymarket.com
- Category: Free
Anime Club at Selby Library
Watch anime and discuss your favorite characters. Explore anime-inspired, Asian snacks and crafts. Ages 9-18 are welcome!
- 4:00 pm - 5:45 pm
- Location: Selby Library, 1331 1st Street, Sarasota, FL 34236
- Cost: Free
- Website: scgovlibrary.librarymarket.com
- Category: Free
Homeschool STEAM Open House at Lakewood Ranch Library
Discover the excitement of Homeschool STEAM at our Open House! Meet our facilitators, explore engaging activities, and learn how your ...
- 11:00 am - 12:00 pm
- Location: 16410 Rangeland Pkwy, Bradenton, FL 34211
- Cost: Free
- Website: www.homeschoolsteamfest.com
- Category: Free
The Whistlestop Presents PAMFF (Parrish Art Music and Food Festival)
Free event for the public w food trucks and music
- 12:00 pm - 4:00 pm
- Location: 7811 121st Ave. E., Parrish, FL 34219
- Cost: Free
- Website: www.facebook.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 ...
- 5:00 pm - 5:30 pm
- Location: The Flock SRQ, 1977 Brother Geenen Way, Sarasota, FL 34236
- Cost: Free
- Website: theflocksrq.com
- Category: Free
Sarasota Top Events Board Game Night at Great Heights Creamery
Join us, Wednesday 1/08 for Board Game Nights. We have a special partnership with Great Heights Creamery who will be ...
- 6:00 pm - 9:00 pm
- Location: 1371 Blvd of the Arts, Unit 3, Sarasota 34236
- Cost: Free
- Website: www.facebook.com
- Category: Free
Open House at The Center of Anna Maria Island
Want to learn more about our After-School Program or other youth programs at The Center? Join us for our After-School Open ...
- 6:15 pm - 7:15 pm
- Location: The Center of Anna Maria Island, 407 Magnolia Ave, Anna Maria, FL
- Cost: Free
- Website: www.facebook.com
- Category: Free
Ima and Me Morning Meet Up at Chabad of Sarasota
Calling All Moms! Join us for a Thursday morning social for moms and their little ones (ages 0-2) with a ...
Community Day School Open Houses - Kindergarten Information Session
Imagine a school that ignites your child's curiosity and creativity! Join us at an upcoming open house to discover how ...
- 9:30 am
- Location: Community Day School, 4335 Wilkinson Rd., Sarasota
- Cost: Free
- Website: www.communityday.org
- Category: Free
Storytime Adventures at Fruitville Library
For infants to five years, attending with caregiver. The storytime includes simple stories, nursery rhymes, songs, fingerplays, and crafts. Space ...
- 10:30 am - 11:30 am
- Location: Fruitville Library,100 Apex Road, Sarasota, FL 34240
- Cost: Free
- Website: scgovlibrary.librarymarket.com
- Category: Free
Hermitage Sunsets at Nathan Benderson Park
This is the first installment of three programs scheduled. These outdoor events are one part of many “Hermitage North” programs, ...
- 5:00 pm - 8:00 pm
- Location: 5851 Nathan Benderson Circle, Sarasota, FL 34235
- Cost: Free
- Website: nathanbendersonpark.org
- Category: Free
Family Friendly Happy Hour at Evie's Tavern on the Range
Do you have friends that don't know about Sertoma yet? Invite your guests and come Mix & Mingle with fellow members ...
- 5:00 pm - 7:00 pm
- Location: Evie's Tavern on the Range 4735 Bee Ridge Road Sarasota, FL 34233
- Cost: Free
- Website: www.facebook.com
- Category: Free
Forty Carrots Lactation Loop
Join us at Lactation Loop at Forty Carrots! Whether you’re breastfeeding or bottle feeding we are here to support you! ...
- 10:00 am - 11:00 am
- Location: The Parenting Center at Forty Carrots, 1350 Cattlemen Road, Sarasota, 34232
- Cost: Free, No preregistration required
- Website: fortycarrots.com
- Category: Free
Lakewood Ranch Library Local Author Fair
Lakewood Ranch Library is turning one-year old and we’re celebrating with some of our favorite local authors on Friday, January ...
- 2:00 pm - 5:30 pm
- Location: Lakewood Ranch Library Rooftop, 16410 Rangeland Pkwy, Bradenton, FL 34211
- Cost: Free
- Website: manateelibrary.libcal.com
- Category: Free
Sarasota Seafood and Music Festival at the Sarasota County Fairgrounds
January 10th – 12th Sarasota Seafood & Music Festival™ Get ready to step outside and enjoy a weekend filled with great food ...
- 4:00 pm - 10:00 pm
- Location: Sarasota County Fairgrounds, 3000 Ringling Blvd
- Cost: Free Admission
- Website: www.facebook.com
- Category: Free
Manatee County Youth Rowing Open Boathouse and Learn to Row at Ft. Hamer Park
Looking for a sport that builds strength, endurance, and community? Whether you’re a middle school student, high school athlete, or ...
- 7:00 am - 10:00 am
- Location: Ft. Hamer Park, 1605 Fort Hamer Rd, Parrish, FL
- Cost: Free
- Website: manateeyouthrowing.com
- Category: Free
Ninja Squad Athletics Saturday Morning Run at Nathan Benderson Park
Running isn’t just a thing we do on Saturday anymore! It’s part of who we are! Join us for a ...
- 8:00 am
- Location: Nathan Benderson Park, 5851 Nathan Benderson Cir, Sarasota, FL 34235
- Cost: Free
- Website: www.facebook.com
- Category: Free
Traffic Safety Community Event at GT Bray Park
Join us for a fun morning of activities designed to educate children about traffic safety. Traffic garden and free helmet ...
- 9:00 am - 12:00 pm
- Location: GT Bray Park, 5502 33rd Avenue Dr W, Bradenton, FL
- Cost: Free
- Website: www.facebook.com
- Category: Free
Cub Crawl at T. Mabry Carlton, Jr. Memorial Reserve
It’s sure to be a wild time as your young cub moves along a quarter mile long obstacle course featuring ...
- 9:00 am - 2:00 pm
- Location: T. Mabry Carlton, Jr. Memorial Reserve 1800 Mabry Carlton Parkway, Venice
- Cost: Free
- Website: flsarasotaweb.myvscloud.com
- Category: Free
Lakewood Ranch Library 1st Anniversary Outdoor Celebration
Bring the whole family for food trucks, yard games, face painting, music, a park ranger presentation, and more. We can’t ...
- 10:00 am - 3:00 pm
- Location: Lakewood Ranch Library Rooftop, 16410 Rangeland Pkwy, Bradenton, FL 34211
- Cost: Free
- Website: www.facebook.com
- Category: Free
Meadows Farmers Market Yoga Flow
Yoga will be happening during the Meadows Farmers Market Once a month every 2nd Sunday until April at 9:30. DON'T MISS ...
- 9:30 am - 10:00 am
- Location: Meadows Farmers Market, 5041 Ringwood Meadow, Bldg G-2, Sarasota, FL 34235
- Cost: Free - donations appreciated
- Website: www.facebook.com
- Category: Free
Snow Day at First Sarasota
The forecast is calling for snow at First Sarasota on Sunday, January 12! Bring your child to enjoy a winter ...
- 9:30 am - 12:00 pm
- Location: 166 Main Street, Sarasota, FL 34236
- Cost: Free
- Website: firstsarasota.churchcenter.com
- Category: Free
Sunday Fundays at The Artful Giraffe
Join us the 2nd Sunday every month for Sunday Funday! IT'S GOING TO BE AN ARTFUL GOOD TIME! • Outdoor ...
- 11:00 am - 3:00 pm
- Location: The Artful Giraffe, 1861 Fruitville Road, Sarasota, FL 34236
- Cost: Free to attend
- Website: artfulgiraffe.com
- Category: Free
Sarasota Seafood and Music Festival at the Sarasota County Fairgrounds
January 10th – 12th Sarasota Seafood & Music Festival™ Get ready to step outside and enjoy a weekend filled with great food ...
- 11:00 am - 6:00 pm
- Location: Sarasota County Fairgrounds, 3000 Ringling Blvd
- Cost: Free Admission
- Website: www.facebook.com
- Category: Free
New Year's Butterfly Release at the Meadows Farmers Market
Help us ring in 2025 at our New Year’s Market! Featuring special local artists for our Winter Art Walk around ...
- 12:00 pm - 2:00 pm
- Location: 5041 Ringwood Meadow, Bldg G, Sarasota, FL 34235
- Cost: Free admission, $20 per kid for tea party or butterfly kit
- Website: www.eventbrite.com
- Category: Free
Forty Carrots WELCOME TO OUR WORLD® at Jacaranda Library
Bringing a baby into the world can fill our hearts with joy and love, and our minds with questions and ...
- 12:15 pm - 1:00 pm
- Location: Jacaranda Library, 4143 Woodmere Park Blvd, Venice, FL 34293
- Cost: Free, No preregistration required
- Website: fortycarrots.com
- Category: Free
Teen Writers Club at North Port Library
If you like writing your own pieces or would like to branch out and grow your creativity, come join us ...
- 4:00 pm - 5:30 pm
- Location: North Port Library (Veranda room) 13800 Tamiami Trail North Port, FL 34287
- Cost: Free
- Website: scgovlibrary.librarymarket.com
- Category: Free
Teen Video Game Night at Fruitville Library
Virtual reality, Wii and more!
- 4:00 pm - 5:30 pm
- Location: Fruitville Library 100 Apex Road Sarasota, FL 34240
- Cost: Free
- Website: scgovlibrary.librarymarket.com
- Category: Free
Explore Celery Fields
Why is it called “Celery Fields?” Why is Celery Fields so popular? And just what is that mountain made of? ...
- 9:00 am
- Location: 6893 Palmer Blvd., Sarasota 34240
- Cost: Free
- Website: www.sarasotacountyparks.com
- Category: Free
Surrey Rides on the Legacy Trail
Welcome aboard! Ride the surrey with the fringe on top. Join us on a 45-minute guided tour of The Legacy ...
- 10:00 am - 12:45 pm
- Location: Laurel Park and Sandra Sims Terry Community Center, 509 Collins Road, Nokomis
- Cost: Free
- Website: app.smartsheet.com
- Category: Free
Anime Club at Selby Library
Watch anime and discuss your favorite characters. Explore anime-inspired, Asian snacks and crafts. Ages 9-18 are welcome!
- 4:00 pm - 5:45 pm
- Location: Selby Library, 1331 1st Street, Sarasota, FL 34236
- Cost: Free
- Website: scgovlibrary.librarymarket.com
- Category: Free
Kid's Night Bracelet Making Party at Culver's Bradenton
Kids' Night (Culver's Version) Are you ready for it? Join us for a magical night where the whole place will ...
- 5:00 pm - 8:00 pm
- Location: 13020 SR 64 East, Bradenton, FL, 34211
- Cost: Free to attend
- Website: www.facebook.com
- Category: Free
Barks and Brews on the Green at UTC
Furry friends and their families are invited to this paw-ty in support of Nate’s Honor Animal Rescue featuring adoptable dogs, ...
- 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm
- Location: 140 University Town Center Drive, Sarasota, FL 34243
- Cost: Free
- Website: utcsarasota.com
- Category: Free
Surrey Rides on the Legacy Trail
Welcome aboard! Ride the surrey with the fringe on top. Join us on a 45-minute guided tour of The Legacy ...
- 10:00 am - 12:45 pm
- Location: Laurel Park and Sandra Sims Terry Community Center, 509 Collins Road, Nokomis
- Cost: Free
- Website: app.smartsheet.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 ...
- 5:00 pm - 5:30 pm
- Location: The Flock SRQ, 1977 Brother Geenen Way, Sarasota, FL 34236
- Cost: Free
- Website: theflocksrq.com
- Category: Free
Bingo Night at Englewood YMCA
Enjoy BINGO with the Englewood YMCA community to win a bunch of great prizes. Bring your own snacks!
- 6:00 pm - 7:30 pm
- Location: 701 Medical Blvd, Englewood, FL 34223
- Cost: Free for members, $5 drop-in for community | $3 per card
- Website: www.facebook.com
- Category: Free
Ima and Me Morning Meet Up at Chabad of Sarasota
Calling All Moms! Join us for a Thursday morning social for moms and their little ones (ages 0-2) with a ...
Pedicab Rides on the Legacy Trail
Enjoy a fun and relaxing ride on the pedicab. Sign up for a 45-minute guided tour of The Legacy Trail. ...
- 10:00 am - 12:45 pm
- Location: Osprey Junction Trailhead, 939 E. Bay Street, Osprey
- Cost: Free
- Website: app.smartsheet.com
- Category: Free
Hands-Only CPR and AED Training at LBK Fire Rescue Station 91
The Town of Longboat Key Fire Rescue will be hosting FREE Hands-Only CPR and AED training. Learn lifesaving skills in ...
- 10:00 am
- Location: North Fire Station, 5490 Gulf of Mexico Drive
- Cost: Free
- Website: www.facebook.com
- Category: Free
Weekly Free Fun Run at Fleet Feet
Everyone is welcome to join our Fun Run Group! We have walkers, runners and everyone in between! Meet at Fleet Feet ...
- 6:00 pm - 7:00 pm
- Location: 711 South Osprey Avenue #1, Sarasota, FL, 34236
- Cost: Free
- Website: www.facebook.com
- Category: Free
Bingo Night at Parrish Pizzeria
Bingo Night! Get ready to shout BINGO this Thursday at Parrish Pizzeria! Join us for a fun-filled night of games, delicious ...
- 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm
- Location: 12345 US Highway 301 N, Parrish, FL
- Cost: Free
- Website: www.facebook.com
- Category: Free
Forty Carrots Lactation Loop
Join us at Lactation Loop at Forty Carrots! Whether you’re breastfeeding or bottle feeding we are here to support you! ...
- 10:00 am - 11:00 am
- Location: The Parenting Center at Forty Carrots, 1350 Cattlemen Road, Sarasota, 34232
- Cost: Free, No preregistration required
- Website: fortycarrots.com
- Category: Free
Movies in the Park at Centennial Park - Narnia
Come enjoy a free family friendly movie in Centennial Park! Bring your blankets, chairs, and favorite snacks to watch Narnia ...
- 6:30 pm
- Location: Centennial Park, 200 W Avenue, Venice
- Cost: Free
- Website: www.facebook.com
- Category: Free
Rye Road Live in Concert at Fiorelli Winery
Rye Road has been rocking audiences up and down the Gulf Coast of Florida for over a decade. One can ...
- 7:00 pm - 10:00 pm
- Location: Fiorelli Winery, 4250 Waterbury Road, Bradenton, FL,
- Cost: No ticket necessary- Free Admission | Parking $10.00 per vehicle
- Website: www.facebook.com
- Category: Free
Free Country Line Dancing at Big Top Brewers Collective
Whether you're a seasoned pro or a complete beginner, there's no better place to learn the ropes of line dancing ...
- 7:00 pm - 11:00 pm
- Location: 2507 Lakewood Ranch Blvd, Bradenton, FL 34211
- Cost: Free
- Website: www.facebook.com
- Category: Free
Ninja Squad Athletics Saturday Morning Run at Nathan Benderson Park
Running isn’t just a thing we do on Saturday anymore! It’s part of who we are! Join us for a ...
- 8:00 am
- Location: Nathan Benderson Park, 5851 Nathan Benderson Cir, Sarasota, FL 34235
- Cost: Free
- Website: www.facebook.com
- Category: Free
Try the Y Day at YMCA Palmer Ranch
Try the Y – New Year’s Open House! Start the New Year with a fresh perspective on health, fitness, and community! ...
- 10:00 am - 1:00 pm
- Location: 8301 Potter Park Dr. Sarasota, FL 34238
- Cost: Free
- Website: www.facebook.com
- 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 ...
- 10:45 am - 11:15 am
- Location: 5309 29th Street East Ellenton, Florida 34222
- Cost: Free
- Website: member.daysmartrecreation.com
- Category: Free
Sarasota Winter Carnival at The Mall at University Town Center
Sarasota Winter Carnival & Street Food Fair January 18th-20th, 2024 (MLK Weekend) Get ready for an incredible weekend with hundreds of food ...
- 12:00 pm - 10:00 pm
- Location: The Mall at University Town Center, 140 University Town Center Dr Sarasota, FL 34243
- Cost: Free admission, activity prices vary
- Website: www.facebook.com
- Category: Free
Embracing Our Differences 2025 Grand Opening Exhibit Celebration at Bayfront Park
Join Us for the 2025 Embracing Our Differences Community Celebration! Celebrate the opening of our 2025 Bayfront Park Exhibition with an ...
- 12:00 pm - 3:00 pm
- Location: Bayfront Park, 5 Bayfront Drive, Sarasota, FL
- Cost: Free to Attend
- Website: www.facebook.com
- Category: Free
Car Show at Big Top Brewers Collective
All Ages - All Car Styles - $5 Beers - No Registration Fees
- 11:45 am - 4:00 pm
- Location: 2507 Lakewood Ranch Blvd, Bradenton, FL 34211
- Cost: Free
- Website: www.facebook.com
- Category: Free
Sarasota Winter Carnival at The Mall at University Town Center
Sarasota Winter Carnival & Street Food Fair January 18th-20th, 2024 (MLK Weekend) Get ready for an incredible weekend with hundreds of food ...
- 12:00 pm - 10:00 pm
- Location: The Mall at University Town Center, 140 University Town Center Dr Sarasota, FL 34243
- Cost: Free admission, activity prices vary
- Website: www.facebook.com
- Category: Free
MLK Jr. Day Community Health Fair at Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Memorial Park
The event will again take place on MLK Day, January 20, 2025, from 11-3 at Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. ...
- 11:00 am - 3:00 pm
- Location: Martin Luther King Jr. Memorial Park, 2523 Cocoanut Avenue, Sarasota, FL
- Cost: Free
- Website: www.facebook.com
- Category: Free
Sarasota Winter Carnival at The Mall at University Town Center
Sarasota Winter Carnival & Street Food Fair January 18th-20th, 2024 (MLK Weekend) Get ready for an incredible weekend with hundreds of food ...
- 12:00 pm - 10:00 pm
- Location: The Mall at University Town Center, 140 University Town Center Dr Sarasota, FL 34243
- Cost: Free admission, activity prices vary
- Website: www.facebook.com
- Category: Free
Ancient Ways Martial Academy Free Class for Teens and Adults
Spread the word, it's a dangerous world out there. Lets make it dangerous for the bad guys.
- 7:45 pm - 8:45 pm
- Location: 4774 Cortez Rd W, Bradenton, FL 34210
- Cost: Free
- Website: www.facebook.com
- Category: Free
Surrey Rides on the Legacy Trail
Welcome aboard! Ride the surrey with the fringe on top. Join us on a 45-minute guided tour of The Legacy ...
- 10:00 am - 12:45 pm
- Location: Laurel Park and Sandra Sims Terry Community Center, 509 Collins Road, Nokomis
- Cost: Free
- Website: app.smartsheet.com
- Category: Free
Homeschool STEAM Trial Class
Now accepting applications! Curious about our STEAM Clubs (Sarasota) & Hybrid Learning Pod (Lakewood Ranch)? Apply today and we’ll set ...
- 2:00 pm - 4:00 pm
- Location: 2840 Proctor Rd, Sarasota, FL 34231
- Cost: Free
- Website: omella.com
- Category: Free
Community Day School Open Houses - Middle School
Imagine a school that ignites your child's curiosity and creativity! Join us at an upcoming open house to discover how ...
- 6:00 pm
- Location: Community Day School, 4335 Wilkinson Rd., Sarasota
- Cost: Free
- Website: www.communityday.org
- Category: Free
Ancient Ways Martial Academy Free Class for Teens and Adults
Spread the word, it's a dangerous world out there. Lets make it dangerous for the bad guys.
- 7:45 pm - 8:45 pm
- Location: 4774 Cortez Rd W, Bradenton, FL 34210
- Cost: Free
- Website: www.facebook.com
- Category: Free
Surrey Rides on the Legacy Trail
Welcome aboard! Ride the surrey with the fringe on top. Join us on a 45-minute guided tour of The Legacy ...
- 10:00 am - 12:45 pm
- Location: Laurel Park and Sandra Sims Terry Community Center, 509 Collins Road, Nokomis
- Cost: Free
- Website: app.smartsheet.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 ...
- 5:00 pm - 5:30 pm
- Location: The Flock SRQ, 1977 Brother Geenen Way, Sarasota, FL 34236
- Cost: Free
- Website: theflocksrq.com
- Category: Free
Unleash the Dragon Boat Festival at Nathan Benderson Park
We hope the community will join us to watch all the excitement of dragon boat competitions and activities going on ...
- 7:30 am - 8:00 pm
- Location: Nathan Benderson Park and UTC
- Cost: Free
- Website: www.facebook.com
- Category: Free
Ima and Me Morning Meet Up at Chabad of Sarasota
Calling All Moms! Join us for a Thursday morning social for moms and their little ones (ages 0-2) with a ...
Pedicab Rides on the Legacy Trail
Enjoy a fun and relaxing ride on the pedicab. Sign up for a 45-minute guided tour of The Legacy Trail. ...
- 10:00 am - 12:45 pm
- Location: Osprey Junction Trailhead, 939 E. Bay Street, Osprey
- Cost: Free
- Website: app.smartsheet.com
- Category: Free
Lakewood Ranch Mom's Meet-Up Weekly Playdate at Tom Bennett Park
A casual day at the park for all ages! This is the weekly Tom Bennett Park meet-up for the Lakewood Ranch ...
- 10:00 am - 12:00 pm
- Location: 400 Cypress Creek Blvd, Bradenton
- Cost: Free
- Website: www.facebook.com
- Category: Free
Storytime Adventures at Fruitville Library
For infants to five years, attending with caregiver. The storytime includes simple stories, nursery rhymes, songs, fingerplays, and crafts. Space ...
- 10:30 am - 11:30 am
- Location: Fruitville Library,100 Apex Road, Sarasota, FL 34240
- Cost: Free
- Website: scgovlibrary.librarymarket.com
- Category: Free
Unleash the Dragon Boat Festival at Nathan Benderson Park
We hope the community will join us to watch all the excitement of dragon boat competitions and activities going on ...
- 7:30 am - 8:00 pm
- Location: Nathan Benderson Park and UTC
- Cost: Free
- Website: www.facebook.com
- Category: Free
Forty Carrots Lactation Loop
Join us at Lactation Loop at Forty Carrots! Whether you’re breastfeeding or bottle feeding we are here to support you! ...
- 10:00 am - 11:00 am
- Location: The Parenting Center at Forty Carrots, 1350 Cattlemen Road, Sarasota, 34232
- Cost: Free, No preregistration required
- Website: fortycarrots.com
- Category: Free
Ninja Squad Athletics Saturday Morning Run at Nathan Benderson Park
Running isn’t just a thing we do on Saturday anymore! It’s part of who we are! Join us for a ...
- 8:00 am
- Location: Nathan Benderson Park, 5851 Nathan Benderson Cir, Sarasota, FL 34235
- Cost: Free
- Website: www.facebook.com
- Category: Free
Summer Camp Round Up at the George Mullen Activity Center
Summer Camp Round Up is coming! Mark your calendar for Jan. 25 from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. at the ...
- 9:00 am - 4:00 pm
- Location: George Mullen Activity Center, 1602 Kramer Way, North Port 34286
- Cost: Free
- Website: www.facebook.com
- 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 exploration. Walk the grounds ...
- 9:00 am - 12:00 pm
- Location: 840 99th St NW Bradenton, FL 34209
- Cost: Free
- Website: manatee.hosted.civiclive.com
- Category: Free
Hilary's Polynesian School of Cultural Arts Saturday Hula at Winds of St. Armands South
No experience needed. Come as you are! All levels welcome!
- 9:00 am - 10:30 am
- Location: 3000 Tuttle Avenue, Sarasota (Community Center)
- Cost: Free
- Website: www.facebook.com
- 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
Forty Carrots WELCOME TO OUR WORLD® at Jacaranda Library
Bringing a baby into the world can fill our hearts with joy and love, and our minds with questions and ...
- 12:15 pm - 1:00 pm
- Location: Jacaranda Library, 4143 Woodmere Park Blvd, Venice, FL 34293
- Cost: Free, No preregistration required
- Website: fortycarrots.com
- Category: Free
Read with the Dogs at Venice Library
Children are invited to read with certified pet therapy dogs from the Suncoast Humane Society Pet Therapy Team. This program ...
- 3:30 pm - 4:30 pm
- Location: William H. Jervey, Jr. Library (Community room), 300 Nokomis Ave. S, Venice, FL 34285
- Cost: Free
- Website: scgovlibrary.librarymarket.com
- Category: Free
Teen Writers Club at North Port Library
If you like writing your own pieces or would like to branch out and grow your creativity, come join us ...
- 4:00 pm - 5:30 pm
- Location: North Port Library (Veranda room) 13800 Tamiami Trail North Port, FL 34287
- Cost: Free
- Website: scgovlibrary.librarymarket.com
- Category: Free
Jam and Cram at Elsie Quirk Library
Need a place to get some homework done, write that paper, or work on that group project? Come over to ...
- 4:00 pm - 5:00 pm
- Location: Elsie Quirk Library, 100 W. Dearborn Street Englewood, FL 34223
- Cost: Free
- Website: scgovlibrary.librarymarket.com
- Category: Free
Bring a Friend to Class Week at Clark's Self Defense
Students are allowed to bring a friend or another family member to class at no extra cost between Monday, January ...
- 4:30 pm - 6:00 pm
- Location: 8261 Blaikie Court, Sarasota, 34240
- Cost: Free
- Website: www.clarksselfdefense.com
- Category: Free
Surrey Rides on the Legacy Trail
Welcome aboard! Ride the surrey with the fringe on top. Join us on a 45-minute guided tour of The Legacy ...
- 10:00 am - 12:45 pm
- Location: Laurel Park and Sandra Sims Terry Community Center, 509 Collins Road, Nokomis
- Cost: Free
- Website: app.smartsheet.com
- Category: Free
Anime Club at Selby Library
Watch anime and discuss your favorite characters. Explore anime-inspired, Asian snacks and crafts. Ages 9-18 are welcome!
- 4:00 pm - 5:45 pm
- Location: Selby Library, 1331 1st Street, Sarasota, FL 34236
- Cost: Free
- Website: scgovlibrary.librarymarket.com
- Category: Free
Bring a Friend to Class Week at Clark's Self Defense
Students are allowed to bring a friend or another family member to class at no extra cost between Monday, January ...
- 4:30 pm - 6:00 pm
- Location: 8261 Blaikie Court, Sarasota, 34240
- Cost: Free
- Website: www.clarksselfdefense.com
- Category: Free
Minorities in Shark Sciences (MISS) Open House
Join us for our Virtual Open House and come and learn about all things MISS! During this event you will ...
- 7:00 pm
- Location: Virtual
- Cost: Free
- Website: www.facebook.com
- Category: Free
FIT4MOM Our Village at Nathan Benderson Park
We are so excited that you and your little(s)will be joining us for our free weekly craft date!!! Please check ...
- 9:00 am - 10:00 am
- Location: 5851 Nathan Benderson Cir, Sarasota, FL 34235
- Cost: Free
- Website: fit4mom-lakewoodranch-sarasota.pike13.com
- Category: Free
Surrey Rides on the Legacy Trail
Welcome aboard! Ride the surrey with the fringe on top. Join us on a 45-minute guided tour of The Legacy ...
- 10:00 am - 12:45 pm
- Location: Laurel Park and Sandra Sims Terry Community Center, 509 Collins Road, Nokomis
- Cost: Free
- Website: app.smartsheet.com
- Category: Free
Celebrate Literacy Week at Early Learning Coalition of Manatee County
Mark Your Calendars for Celebrate Literacy Week, Florida! 2025! The Florida Department of Education's Department of Education’s Division of Early Learning ...
- 10:00 am
- Location: 600 8th Avenue West, Suite 100, Palmetto, FL
- Cost: Free
- Website: www.facebook.com
- Category: Free
Bring a Friend to Class Week at Clark's Self Defense
Students are allowed to bring a friend or another family member to class at no extra cost between Monday, January ...
- 4:30 pm - 6:00 pm
- Location: 8261 Blaikie Court, Sarasota, 34240
- Cost: Free
- Website: www.clarksselfdefense.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 ...
- 5:00 pm - 5:30 pm
- Location: The Flock SRQ, 1977 Brother Geenen Way, Sarasota, FL 34236
- Cost: Free
- Website: theflocksrq.com
- Category: Free
Ima and Me Morning Meet Up at Chabad of Sarasota
Calling All Moms! Join us for a Thursday morning social for moms and their little ones (ages 0-2) with a ...
Pedicab Rides on the Legacy Trail
Enjoy a fun and relaxing ride on the pedicab. Sign up for a 45-minute guided tour of The Legacy Trail. ...
- 10:00 am - 12:45 pm
- Location: Osprey Junction Trailhead, 939 E. Bay Street, Osprey
- Cost: Free
- Website: app.smartsheet.com
- Category: Free
Lakewood Ranch Mom's Meet-Up Weekly Playdate at Tom Bennett Park
A casual day at the park for all ages! This is the weekly Tom Bennett Park meet-up for the Lakewood Ranch ...
- 10:00 am - 12:00 pm
- Location: 400 Cypress Creek Blvd, Bradenton
- Cost: Free
- Website: www.facebook.com
- Category: Free
Storytime Adventures at Fruitville Library
For infants to five years, attending with caregiver. The storytime includes simple stories, nursery rhymes, songs, fingerplays, and crafts. Space ...
- 10:30 am - 11:30 am
- Location: Fruitville Library,100 Apex Road, Sarasota, FL 34240
- Cost: Free
- Website: scgovlibrary.librarymarket.com
- Category: Free
Science Club at Fruitville Library
Calling all young scientists! Grow your scientific knowledge and dazzle with some cool hands-on science experiments with the help of ...
- 3:30 pm - 4:30 pm
- Location: Fruitville Library,100 Apex Road, Sarasota, FL 34240
- Cost: Free
- Website: scgovlibrary.librarymarket.com
- Category: Free
Forty Carrots Lactation Loop
Join us at Lactation Loop at Forty Carrots! Whether you’re breastfeeding or bottle feeding we are here to support you! ...
- 10:00 am - 11:00 am
- Location: The Parenting Center at Forty Carrots, 1350 Cattlemen Road, Sarasota, 34232
- Cost: Free, No preregistration required
- Website: fortycarrots.com
- Category: Free
Englewood Seafood and Music Festival
Englewood Seafood & Music Festival If relaxing, having fun, enjoying good food, and listening to great live music over the weekend ...
- 4:00 pm - 10:00 pm
- Location: 348 W Dearborn St, Englewood, FL 34223
- Cost: Free
- Website: www.facebook.com
- Category: Free
Bring a Friend to Class Week at Clark's Self Defense
Students are allowed to bring a friend or another family member to class at no extra cost between Monday, January ...
- 4:30 pm - 6:00 pm
- Location: 8261 Blaikie Court, Sarasota, 34240
- Cost: Free
- Website: www.clarksselfdefense.com
- Category: Free
Science Club at Fruitville Library
Calling all young scientists! Grow your scientific knowledge and dazzle with some cool hands-on science experiments with the help of ...
- 3:30 pm - 4:30 pm
- Location: Fruitville Library,100 Apex Road, Sarasota, FL 34240
- Cost: Free
- Website: scgovlibrary.librarymarket.com
- Category: Free
