Sarasota - Manatee

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.


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Parenting Matters Musical Motion at Mothers Helping Mothers

Musical Motion is for parents/caregivers and their children, ages 0-5. Musical Motion is a fun parent-child learn & play class ...

  • 10:00 am - 11:00 am
  • Location: Mothers Helping Mothers, 5933 N Washington Blvd, Sarasota, FL. 34243
  • Cost: One time $10 enrollment fee.
  • Website: parentingmattersfl.org
  • Category: Free

Ranch Nite Wednesdays at Waterside Place at Lakewood Ranch

Ranch Nite Wednesdays are BACK starting October 1st! Get ready for another unforgettable season at Waterside Place — where Wednesdays ...

  • 6:00 pm - 9:00 pm
  • Location: Waterside Place, 1561 Lakefront Drive, Lakewood Ranch, FL 34240
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: lakewoodranch.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

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

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 ...

Fun To Be Fit Kids "littles" Storytime at Fruitville Library

For infants to five years, attending with caregiver. The storytime includes simple stories, nursery rhymes, songs, fingerplays, and crafts. Space ...

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

Art in the Park Presented by Art Center Sarasota

Art in the Park, presented by Art Center Sarasota in partnership with The Bay Sarasota, is where creativity meets well-being—an ...

  • 10:00 am - 11:00 am
  • Location: 1055 Boulevard of the Arts, Sarasota, FL 34236
  • Cost: Free with Registration
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Free

ROAR at The Ringling

ROAR! is our free storytime that connects art with early literacy. At this program, we read together, make art, and ...

  • 10:15 am - 12:30 pm
  • Location: 5401 Bay Shore Road, Sarasota, FL 34243
  • Cost: Free, tickets required
  • Website: www.ringling.org
  • Category: Free

Fun To Be Fit Kids "Littles" Halloween at Gulf Gate Library

Ages 1-5 w/caregiver. HALLOWEEN IS HERE—let the spooky celebrations begin! October has arrived and I can't wait for our Halloween-themed ...

Village of the Arts - Art Walk and Market

A place where community and creativity come together in the most colorful way! Our historic cottages are home to award-winning ...

  • 11:00 am - 4:00 pm
  • Location: 1227 12st St W Bradenton, 34205
  • Cost: Free to Attend
  • Website: villageofthearts.org
  • 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 ...

46th Birthday Sarasota Farmers Market

The Market is turning 46! Join us October 4th for a birthday bash full of local flavor, community cheer, and ...

  • 7:00 am - 1:00 pm
  • Location: Lemon & Main, 1490 Main St, Sarasota, FL 34236
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Free

Rock the Block at Ace Hardware with Kiddie Academy of Sarasota

Join Kiddie Academy of Sarasota for a colorful community celebration at our Rock the Block rock painting event! What to Expect Each ...

  • 9:00 am - 12:00 pm
  • Location: Ace Hardware, 7220 University Pkwy. Sarasota, 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, ...

DIY In-store Kids Workshops at Home Depot

Join us the first Saturday of each month between 9 am – 12 pm for free in-person Kids Workshops. While ...

  • 9:00 am - 12:00 pm
  • Location: Multiple Home Depot locations - register online and select your preferred store
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: www.homedepot.com
  • Category: Free

Book Reading Healing our World at Children's World

For a joyful book reading of Healing our World-with Story-time, Eco-crafts, and book signing for Kids 4-8 by Local author ...

  • 10:00 am - 1:00 pm
  • Location: 4525 Bee Ridge Rd., Sarasota, FL 34233
  • Cost: Free to attend
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Free

Fruitville Grove Pumpkin Festival

It's that exciting time of the year again. Our 37th annual Pumpkin Festival is right around the corner! Mark your calendars ...

  • 10:00 am - 5:00 pm
  • Location: Fruitville Grove | 7410 Fruitville Rd, Sarasota, FL, 34240
  • Cost: Free admission, $5 parking
  • Website: fruitvillegrovefarm.com
  • Category: Free

Sarasota TCG Trade Day

Welcome to our first TCG Trade Day Event in Sarasota! Come buy, sell, and trade your favorite TCGs, including Pokemon, Magic ...

  • 10:00 am - 6:00 pm
  • Location: Sudakoff Conference Center, 5845 General Dougher Pl Sarasota, FL 34243
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: tampatcg.com
  • Category: Free

Oktoberfest by Geier's Sausages at the Palmetto Marriott Resort & Spa

Join us for a weekend of authentic German celebration at Oktoberfest 2025, proudly presented by Geier's Sausages! Set against the ...

  • 11:00 am - 6:00 pm
  • Location: Palmetto Marriott Resort and Spa 600 US Hwy 41, Palmetto, FL, 34221
  • Cost: Free Entry & Parking
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Free

Meditation for Kids at Kadampa Meditation Center

Enjoy a meaningful family-friendly morning at Kadampa Meditation Center. This event is an opportunity for families to get to know ...

  • 11:00 am - 12:15 pm
  • Location: Kadampa Meditation Center of Florida, 730 N. Washington Blvd. Sarasota, FL 34236
  • Cost: Free, $5 Suggested Donation
  • Website: meditationinsarasota.org
  • Category: Free

Sunday Crafternoon at Bat City Comic Professionals

Come explore your creativity, Sundays in the Bat City classroom! We will have collage art supplies, coloring sheets, comic panel ...

  • 12:00 pm - 7:00 pm
  • Location: 915 Manatee Ave E, Bradenton, FL 34208
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Free

Mom's Walk or Run Meetup at The Roots Health Centers

Join us for a fun-filled morning at The Roots Health Centers! This in-person event is specially designed for moms who ...

  • 9:00 am
  • Location: The Roots Health Centers; 8209 Natures Way, Lakewood Ranch, FL 34202
  • Cost: $3.11
  • Website: www.eventbrite.com
  • Category: Free

Forty Carrots PARTNERS IN PLAY® Venice Public Library

Drop in to enjoy special uninterrupted play time with your child in our FREE Partners In Play® (PIP) groups. Meet our ...

  • 10:15 am - 11:15 am
  • Location: Venice Library 300 Nokomis Ave S, Venice, FL 34285
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: fortycarrots.com
  • Category: Free

Forty Carrots PARTNERS IN PLAY® Elsie Quirk Library

Drop in to enjoy special uninterrupted play time with your child in our FREE Partners In Play® (PIP) groups. Meet our ...

  • 10:15 am - 11:15 am
  • Location: Elsie Quirk Library 100 W Dearborn St, Englewood, FL 34223
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: fortycarrots.com
  • 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
  • Location: The Flock SRQ: 1977 Brother Geenen Way, Sarasota, FL 34236
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: theflocksrq.com
  • 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

POP-UP: Storytime at Longboat Key

Join the Pop-Up library staff at The Longboat Key Town Center Green for stories, songs and rhymes, and more!

Fun to be Fit Kids "Bigs" Halloween at Venice Library

Ages 6-10. Join our “BIGS” class this October for Halloween-themed games and dances! Build strength, grow your confidence, and meet ...

  • 3:30 pm - 4:30 pm
  • Location: William H. Jervey, Jr. Library (Community room), 300 Nokomis Ave. S, Venice, FL 34285
  • Cost: Free with Registration
  • Website: scgovlibrary.librarymarket.com
  • Category: Free

Bradenton National Night Out

BPD is hosting a #NationalNightOut get-together - and you're all invited! This **FREE** family-friendly event is scheduled for Tuesday, October ...

  • 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm
  • Location: 100 10th St W, Bradenton, FL 34205
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Free

Parenting Matters Musical Motion at Mothers Helping Mothers

Musical Motion is for parents/caregivers and their children, ages 0-5. Musical Motion is a fun parent-child learn & play class ...

  • 10:00 am - 11:00 am
  • Location: Mothers Helping Mothers, 5933 N Washington Blvd, Sarasota, FL. 34243
  • Cost: One time $10 enrollment fee.
  • Website: parentingmattersfl.org
  • Category: Free

Fun to be Fit Kids "littles" Halloween at Venice Library

HALLOWEEN IS HERE—let the spooky celebrations begin! October has arrived and I can't wait for our Halloween-themed classes packed with ...

  • 10:15 am - 11:00 am
  • Location: William H. Jervey, Jr. Library (Community room), 300 Nokomis Ave. S, Venice, FL 34285
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: scgovlibrary.librarymarket.com
  • Category: Free

Ranch Nite Wednesdays at Waterside Place at Lakewood Ranch

Ranch Nite Wednesdays are BACK starting October 1st! Get ready for another unforgettable season at Waterside Place — where Wednesdays ...

  • 6:00 pm - 9:00 pm
  • Location: Waterside Place, 1561 Lakefront Drive, Lakewood Ranch, FL 34240
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: lakewoodranch.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

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

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 ...

Fun To Be Fit Kids "littles" Storytime at Fruitville Library

For infants to five years, attending with caregiver. The storytime includes simple stories, nursery rhymes, songs, fingerplays, and crafts. Space ...

Build and Bond: A Parent and Kid Workshop at Grace Community Church

Join kids@grace x Facilities as we partner and host a parent-and-kid craft event! Stop by our Events Room anytime between 5:30PM ...

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

Mommy and Me at Grace Community Church

Open house, open play, y’all come with your littles anytime and enjoy a safe indoor play space with free coffee ...

  • 10:00 am - 11:30 am
  • Location: Grace Community Church, 4080 Lakewood Ranch Blvd N Lakewood Ranch FL 34240
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: www.gracesarasota.com
  • Category: Free

Homeschool Friday Tours at The Ringling

Homeschool families, we’ve heard you! If you don’t have a group of 10 or more students, you can still enjoy ...

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

ROAR at The Ringling

ROAR! is our free storytime that connects art with early literacy. At this program, we read together, make art, and ...

  • 10:15 am - 12:30 pm
  • Location: 5401 Bay Shore Road, Sarasota, FL 34243
  • Cost: Free, tickets required
  • Website: www.ringling.org
  • Category: Free

Parenting Matters Musical Motion at Palmetto Library

Musical Motion is for parents/caregivers and their children, ages 0-5. Musical Motion is a fun parent-child learn & play class ...

  • 1:00 pm - 2:00 pm
  • Location: Palmetto Library, 923 6th St W, Palmetto FL 34221
  • Cost: One time $10 enrollment fee
  • Website: parentingmattersfl.org
  • Category: Free

Complimentary Pumpkin Painting at Cha Cha Coconuts

Complimentary Pumpkin Painting for Kids We’re celebrating the season with Complimentary Pumpkin Painting for Kids, the perfect way to kick ...

  • 4:00 pm - 7:00 pm
  • Location: 417 St Armands Cir, Sarasota, FL 34236
  • 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, ...

Sarasota Youth Rugby Camp

Looking for something fun, active, and different for the kids? Bring them out for a morning of rugby, friends, and ...

  • 9:00 am - 12:00 pm
  • Location: 2926 Wilkinson Rd, Sarasota, FL 34231
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Free

Pop-Up: Story Time at the Bay

Join the Pop-Up library staff at The Bay Park for stories, songs and rhymes, and more!

Fall Arts and Crafts Fest at CoolToday Park

Join us Saturday, October 11th for the Fall Arts & Crafts Fest 10am-3pm at CoolToday Park- Spring Training Home of ...

  • 10:00 am - 3:00 pm
  • Location: CoolToday Park 17974 SW Villages Pkwy, Venice, FL 34293
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Free

Fruitville Grove Pumpkin Festival

It's that exciting time of the year again. Our 37th annual Pumpkin Festival is right around the corner! Mark your calendars ...

  • 10:00 am - 5:00 pm
  • Location: Fruitville Grove | 7410 Fruitville Rd, Sarasota, FL, 34240
  • Cost: Free admission, $5 parking
  • Website: fruitvillegrovefarm.com
  • Category: Free

Fruitville Grove Pumpkin Festival

It's that exciting time of the year again. Our 37th annual Pumpkin Festival is right around the corner! Mark your calendars ...

  • 10:00 am - 5:00 pm
  • Location: Fruitville Grove | 7410 Fruitville Rd, Sarasota, FL, 34240
  • Cost: Free admission, $5 parking
  • Website: fruitvillegrovefarm.com
  • Category: Free

Trunk or Treat- Sunday Funday at The Artful Giraffe

Calling all kiddos! Costume TRUNK or TREAT! FREE EVENT! FREE PARKING! A special thanks to our featured guests - Gillespie Park Neighborhood ...

  • 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

Meditation for Kids at Kadampa Meditation Center

Enjoy a meaningful family-friendly morning at Kadampa Meditation Center. This event is an opportunity for families to get to know ...

  • 11:00 am - 12:15 pm
  • Location: Kadampa Meditation Center of Florida, 730 N. Washington Blvd. Sarasota, FL 34236
  • Cost: Free, $5 Suggested Donation
  • Website: meditationinsarasota.org
  • Category: Free

Sunday Crafternoon at Bat City Comic Professionals

Come explore your creativity, Sundays in the Bat City classroom! We will have collage art supplies, coloring sheets, comic panel ...

  • 12:00 pm - 7:00 pm
  • Location: 915 Manatee Ave E, Bradenton, FL 34208
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Free

Sarasota Ski-A-Rees Water Ski Show

We will have 6 shows this fall from September 28th - November 2nd. 2pm, but arrive a little early to ...

  • 2:00 pm - 3:00 pm
  • Location: 1602 Ken Thompson Pkwy, Sarasota, FL 34236 (Located behind old Mote Marine Aquarium on City Island)
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Free

Mom's Walk or Run Meetup at The Roots Health Centers

Join us for a fun-filled morning at The Roots Health Centers! This in-person event is specially designed for moms who ...

  • 9:00 am
  • Location: The Roots Health Centers; 8209 Natures Way, Lakewood Ranch, FL 34202
  • Cost: $3.11
  • Website: www.eventbrite.com
  • 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
  • Location: The Flock SRQ: 1977 Brother Geenen Way, Sarasota, FL 34236
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: theflocksrq.com
  • 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

Parenting Matters Musical Motion at Mothers Helping Mothers

Musical Motion is for parents/caregivers and their children, ages 0-5. Musical Motion is a fun parent-child learn & play class ...

  • 10:00 am - 11:00 am
  • Location: Mothers Helping Mothers, 5933 N Washington Blvd, Sarasota, FL. 34243
  • Cost: One time $10 enrollment fee.
  • Website: parentingmattersfl.org
  • Category: Free

Bundles of Joy with Second Chance Last Opportunity

Bundles Of Joy is celebrating moms this October. Supplies for babies and moms! Preregistration is required for local moms.

  • 10:30 am - 2:00 pm
  • Location: 1933 Dr Martin Luther King Way, Sarasota, FL 34234
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Free

Ranch Nite Wednesdays at Waterside Place at Lakewood Ranch

Ranch Nite Wednesdays are BACK starting October 1st! Get ready for another unforgettable season at Waterside Place — where Wednesdays ...

  • 6:00 pm - 9:00 pm
  • Location: Waterside Place, 1561 Lakefront Drive, Lakewood Ranch, FL 34240
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: lakewoodranch.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

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

Bundles of Joy with Second Chance Last Opportunity

Bundles Of Joy is celebrating moms this October. Supplies for babies and moms! Preregistration is required for local moms.

  • 10:00 am - 1:30 pm
  • Location: 3276 E Venice Ave, Venice, FL 34292
  • 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 ...

Fun To Be Fit Kids "littles" Storytime at Fruitville Library

For infants to five years, attending with caregiver. The storytime includes simple stories, nursery rhymes, songs, fingerplays, and crafts. Space ...

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

ROAR at The Ringling

ROAR! is our free storytime that connects art with early literacy. At this program, we read together, make art, and ...

  • 10:15 am - 12:30 pm
  • Location: 5401 Bay Shore Road, Sarasota, FL 34243
  • Cost: Free, tickets required
  • Website: www.ringling.org
  • Category: Free

Parenting Matters Musical Motion at Palmetto Library

Musical Motion is for parents/caregivers and their children, ages 0-5. Musical Motion is a fun parent-child learn & play class ...

  • 1:00 pm - 2:00 pm
  • Location: Palmetto Library, 923 6th St W, Palmetto FL 34221
  • Cost: One time $10 enrollment fee
  • Website: parentingmattersfl.org
  • Category: Free

Sarasota Rocktoberfest

Get ready for the ultimate fall celebration at Rocktoberfest, hosted by the Sarasota Downtown Merchants group! Mark your calendars for ...

  • 4:00 pm - 10:00 pm
  • Location: J.D. Hamel Park, 199 Bayfront Drive, Sarasota, FL
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Free

Complimentary Pumpkin Painting at Cha Cha Coconuts

Complimentary Pumpkin Painting for Kids We’re celebrating the season with Complimentary Pumpkin Painting for Kids, the perfect way to kick ...

  • 4:00 pm - 7:00 pm
  • Location: 417 St Armands Cir, Sarasota, FL 34236
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Free

Goblin Gathering at GT Bray Park

Ghouls just want to have fun! And GT Bray Park is the place for the fa-boo-lous Annual Goblin Gathering for ...

  • 4:00 pm - 8:00 pm
  • Location: GT Bray Park, 5502 33rd Ave Dr W, Bradenton, FL 34209
  • 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, ...

Sun Fiesta at Centennial Park

A family fun event presented by the Women’s Sertoma Club of Venice. Saturday bed races at 8 a.m. and parade ...

  • 9:00 am - 9:30 pm
  • Location: 283 Tampa Ave W, Venice, FL 34285
  • Cost: Free admission
  • Website: www.womenssertoma.com
  • Category: Free

Sarasota County Fire Department Station 16 Open House

Save a Saturday! Join Sarasota County Fire Department during one of our free, monthly open house events at fire stations ...

  • 9:00 am - 1:00 pm
  • Location: Station 16, 5875 Hummingbird Ave., Sarasota
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: www.scgov.net
  • Category: Free

Fruitville Grove Pumpkin Festival

It's that exciting time of the year again. Our 37th annual Pumpkin Festival is right around the corner! Mark your calendars ...

  • 10:00 am - 5:00 pm
  • Location: Fruitville Grove | 7410 Fruitville Rd, Sarasota, FL, 34240
  • Cost: Free admission, $5 parking
  • Website: fruitvillegrovefarm.com
  • Category: Free

Anna Maria Island Bayfest

Bayfest is a huge annual event that’s fun for the whole family. Enjoy food, drinks, music, and more, all with ...

  • 10:00 am - 9:00 pm
  • Location: Pine Ave, Anna Maria, FL
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Free

Sun Fiesta at Centennial Park

A family fun event presented by the Women’s Sertoma Club of Venice. Saturday bed races at 8 a.m. and parade ...

  • 9:00 am - 5:00 pm
  • Location: 283 Tampa Ave W, Venice, FL 34285
  • Cost: Free admission
  • Website: www.womenssertoma.com
  • Category: Free

Story Time and Craft at Distractions on the Island

It’s Pumpkin Season at Distractions! Join us for Story Time & Craft on Saturday, Oct. 19 at 10am for a ...

  • 10:00 am
  • Location: 5306 Holmes Blvd, Suite 800, Holmes Beach, FL
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Free

Halloween Affair at the Meadows Farmers Market

Join us for our Halloween Affair at the Meadows Farmers Market Featuring local kid-preneurs mixed in with your favorite local ...

  • 10:00 am - 2:00 pm
  • Location: 5041 Ringwood Mdw, Sarasota, FL 34235
  • Cost: Free to attend, tickets required for certain activities
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Free

Fruitville Grove Pumpkin Festival

It's that exciting time of the year again. Our 37th annual Pumpkin Festival is right around the corner! Mark your calendars ...

  • 10:00 am - 5:00 pm
  • Location: Fruitville Grove | 7410 Fruitville Rd, Sarasota, FL, 34240
  • Cost: Free admission, $5 parking
  • Website: fruitvillegrovefarm.com
  • Category: Free

Meditation for Kids at Kadampa Meditation Center

Enjoy a meaningful family-friendly morning at Kadampa Meditation Center. This event is an opportunity for families to get to know ...

  • 11:00 am - 12:15 pm
  • Location: Kadampa Meditation Center of Florida, 730 N. Washington Blvd. Sarasota, FL 34236
  • Cost: Free, $5 Suggested Donation
  • Website: meditationinsarasota.org
  • Category: Free

Mom's Walk or Run Meetup at The Roots Health Centers

Join us for a fun-filled morning at The Roots Health Centers! This in-person event is specially designed for moms who ...

  • 9:00 am
  • Location: The Roots Health Centers; 8209 Natures Way, Lakewood Ranch, FL 34202
  • Cost: $3.11
  • Website: www.eventbrite.com
  • Category: Free

Parenting Matters Musical Motion at Glasser/Schoenbaum

Musical Motion is for parents/caregivers and their children, ages 0-5. Musical Motion is a fun parent-child learn & play class ...

  • 10:00 am - 11:00 am
  • Location: Glasser/Schoenbaum, 1750 17th St, Sarasota, FL. 34234
  • Cost: One time $10 enrollment fee.
  • Website: parentingmattersfl.org
  • Category: Free

Forty Carrots PARTNERS IN PLAY® Venice Public Library

Drop in to enjoy special uninterrupted play time with your child in our FREE Partners In Play® (PIP) groups. Meet our ...

  • 10:15 am - 11:15 am
  • Location: Venice Library 300 Nokomis Ave S, Venice, FL 34285
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: fortycarrots.com
  • Category: Free

Forty Carrots PARTNERS IN PLAY® Elsie Quirk Library

Drop in to enjoy special uninterrupted play time with your child in our FREE Partners In Play® (PIP) groups. Meet our ...

  • 10:15 am - 11:15 am
  • Location: Elsie Quirk Library 100 W Dearborn St, Englewood, FL 34223
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: fortycarrots.com
  • 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
  • Location: The Flock SRQ: 1977 Brother Geenen Way, Sarasota, FL 34236
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: theflocksrq.com
  • Category: Free

POP-UP: Storytime at Longboat Key

Join the Pop-Up library staff at The Longboat Key Town Center Green for stories, songs and rhymes, and more!

The State College of Florida Fall Open House

The State College of Florida is hosting a Fall Open House on Tuesday, October 21 from 4–6 PM. Students in grades ...

  • 4:00 pm - 6:00 pm
  • Location: 5840 26th St W, Bradenton, FL 34207
  • Cost: Free, no RSVP required
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Free

TMWC Parrish X Kind Mind Solutions

Hey Mama, we are so excited to meet you! This event will be a light walk followed by some playground ...

  • 9:00 am - 10:30 am
  • Location: Parrish Community Park, 7550, Fort Hamer Road, Parrish, FL, 34219
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: www.eventzilla.net
  • Category: Free

Parenting Matters Musical Motion at Mothers Helping Mothers

Musical Motion is for parents/caregivers and their children, ages 0-5. Musical Motion is a fun parent-child learn & play class ...

  • 10:00 am - 11:00 am
  • Location: Mothers Helping Mothers, 5933 N Washington Blvd, Sarasota, FL. 34243
  • Cost: One time $10 enrollment fee.
  • Website: parentingmattersfl.org
  • Category: Free

Trick Ear Treat at Ear Research Foundation

Free hearing screenings and hearing tests for any child ages 2-17. Wear your costumes! Games, prizes, raffles, photobooth, and giveaways! No appointment ...

  • 4:00 pm - 7:00 pm
  • Location: 1901 Floyd Street, 2nd Floor, Sarasota, FL 34234
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: earrf.org
  • Category: Free

Beneva Christian Church Trunk-or-Treat

Join Beneva Christian Church and Little Disciples Preschool for our first annual Trunk-or-Treat on Wednesday October 22nd, 2025 from 4:30pm-6:00pm. Enjoy ...

  • 4:30 pm - 6:00 pm
  • Location: 4835 Beneva Rd, Sarasota, FL 34233
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Free

Fire Station 2 Community Open House

Join the City of Bradenton and the Bradenton Fire Department for a Community Celebration at Your New Fire Station! This FREE, ...

  • 5:30 pm - 7:30 pm
  • Location: 2233 Manatee Ave E Bradenton FL 34208
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: www.facebook.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

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 ...

Fun To Be Fit Kids "littles" Halloween at Fruitville Library

HALLOWEEN IS HERE—let the spooky celebrations begin! October has arrived and I can't wait for our Halloween-themed classes packed with ...

Manatee County Sheriff's Spooktactical Night

Sheriff Rick Wells invites you to join the Manatee County Sheriff's Office for a "spooktactical" evening on Thursday, October 23, ...

  • 5:30 pm - 8:30 pm
  • Location: Manatee County Sheriff's Office Operations Center, 600 US-301 #202, Bradenton, FL
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Free

Bark-O-Ween at the Arlington Paw Park

Get ready for a howling good time at our annual Bark-O-Ween celebration! Dress up your pup and strut your stuff ...

  • 5:30 pm - 6:00 pm
  • Location: Arlington Paw Park, 2650 Waldemere Street, Sarasota, FL 34239
  • Cost: Free with Registration
  • Category: Free

Homeschool Friday Tours at The Ringling

Homeschool families, we’ve heard you! If you don’t have a group of 10 or more students, you can still enjoy ...

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

ROAR at The Ringling

ROAR! is our free storytime that connects art with early literacy. At this program, we read together, make art, and ...

  • 10:15 am - 12:30 pm
  • Location: 5401 Bay Shore Road, Sarasota, FL 34243
  • Cost: Free, tickets required
  • Website: www.ringling.org
  • Category: Free

Parenting Matters Musical Motion at Palmetto Library

Musical Motion is for parents/caregivers and their children, ages 0-5. Musical Motion is a fun parent-child learn & play class ...

  • 1:00 pm - 2:00 pm
  • Location: Palmetto Library, 923 6th St W, Palmetto FL 34221
  • Cost: One time $10 enrollment fee
  • Website: parentingmattersfl.org
  • Category: Free

Complimentary Pumpkin Painting at Cha Cha Coconuts

Complimentary Pumpkin Painting for Kids We’re celebrating the season with Complimentary Pumpkin Painting for Kids, the perfect way to kick ...

  • 4:00 pm - 7:00 pm
  • Location: 417 St Armands Cir, Sarasota, FL 34236
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Free

Arlington Park Haunted Trail Carnival

Join us for frightfully fun games, tricks, and treats at our hunted trail carnival. Enjoy carnival style games and spooky ...

  • 5:00 pm - 6:30 pm
  • Location: Arlington Park and Aquatic Complex, 2650 Waldemere St Sarasota, FL 34239
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Free

Kids Market Trick or Treat at North Port Market

We’re thrilled to announce our Kids Market, a fantastic opportunity for our community’s young entrepreneurs to showcase and sell their ...

  • 8:30 am - 12:00 pm
  • Location: North Port High School, 6400 W Price Blvd, North Port, FL 34291
  • 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, ...

Halloween at The Bradenton Public Market

Join us for our annual family-friendly Halloween experience as our Market Friendors distribute candy to trick-or-treaters (while supplies last).

  • 9:00 am - 2:00 pm
  • Location: 400 Old Main Street, Bradenton, FL
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Free

Fruitville Grove Pumpkin Festival

It's that exciting time of the year again. Our 37th annual Pumpkin Festival is right around the corner! Mark your calendars ...

  • 10:00 am - 5:00 pm
  • Location: Fruitville Grove | 7410 Fruitville Rd, Sarasota, FL, 34240
  • Cost: Free admission, $5 parking
  • Website: fruitvillegrovefarm.com
  • Category: Free

Fall Festival at Peace Presbyterian Church

Peace Fall Festival Join us for a day of fun, food, and fellowship at Peace Presbyterian Church! Games, crafts, activities, and ...

  • 10:00 am - 2:00 pm
  • Location: Peace Presbyterian Church, 12705 SR 64 E, Lakewood Ranch, FL. 34212
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Free

Fruitville Grove Pumpkin Festival

It's that exciting time of the year again. Our 37th annual Pumpkin Festival is right around the corner! Mark your calendars ...

  • 10:00 am - 5:00 pm
  • Location: Fruitville Grove | 7410 Fruitville Rd, Sarasota, FL, 34240
  • Cost: Free admission, $5 parking
  • Website: fruitvillegrovefarm.com
  • Category: Free

Fall Fest at Legacy Church

Fall Fest at Legacy Church! Kick off the day with our 10 AM service - a powerful time to worship, ...

  • 10:00 am
  • Location: 5500 Lakewood Ranch Blvd., Bradenton, 34211
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Free

Meditation for Kids at Kadampa Meditation Center

Enjoy a meaningful family-friendly morning at Kadampa Meditation Center. This event is an opportunity for families to get to know ...

  • 11:00 am - 12:15 pm
  • Location: Kadampa Meditation Center of Florida, 730 N. Washington Blvd. Sarasota, FL 34236
  • Cost: Free, $5 Suggested Donation
  • Website: meditationinsarasota.org
  • Category: Free

Sunday Crafternoon at Bat City Comic Professionals

Come explore your creativity, Sundays in the Bat City classroom! We will have collage art supplies, coloring sheets, comic panel ...

  • 12:00 pm - 7:00 pm
  • Location: 915 Manatee Ave E, Bradenton, FL 34208
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Free

Fidget Toys Plus Trick or Treat

Join us for TREAT + TOYS on October 26 from 1–4 PM at our Sarasota store! Trick-or-treat for FREE fidget toys Meet ...

  • 1:00 pm - 4:00 pm
  • Location: 6740 28th Street Circle East, Sarasota, FL 34243
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Free

Mom's Walk or Run Meetup at The Roots Health Centers

Join us for a fun-filled morning at The Roots Health Centers! This in-person event is specially designed for moms who ...

  • 9:00 am
  • Location: The Roots Health Centers; 8209 Natures Way, Lakewood Ranch, FL 34202
  • Cost: $3.11
  • Website: www.eventbrite.com
  • Category: Free

Forty Carrots PARTNERS IN PLAY® Venice Public Library

Drop in to enjoy special uninterrupted play time with your child in our FREE Partners In Play® (PIP) groups. Meet our ...

  • 10:15 am - 11:15 am
  • Location: Venice Library 300 Nokomis Ave S, Venice, FL 34285
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: fortycarrots.com
  • Category: Free

Forty Carrots PARTNERS IN PLAY® Elsie Quirk Library

Drop in to enjoy special uninterrupted play time with your child in our FREE Partners In Play® (PIP) groups. Meet our ...

  • 10:15 am - 11:15 am
  • Location: Elsie Quirk Library 100 W Dearborn St, Englewood, FL 34223
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: fortycarrots.com
  • 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
  • Location: The Flock SRQ: 1977 Brother Geenen Way, Sarasota, FL 34236
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: theflocksrq.com
  • 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

Musical Motion and Costume Parade at The Roots Health Centers

Join us for an exciting morning of singing, dancing, and trick or treating! Parenting Matters will be coming in again to ...

  • 9:30 am - 10:30 am
  • Location: 8209 Natures Way #115, Bradenton, FL 34202
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Free

Stroller Tours and Messy Art for Babies at The Ringling

Join a museum educator for a 40-minute tour designed for parents or caregivers visiting the museum with an infant or ...

  • 10:30 am - 11:15 am
  • Location: 5401 Bay Shore Rd, Sarasota, FL 34243
  • Cost: Free, ticket required
  • Website: www.ringling.org
  • Category: Free

Family Night at Chick-fil-A Creekwood

Family Night, buy 1 adult meal, get 1 kid's meal free! (Creekwood location only)

  • 5:00 pm - 7:00 pm
  • Location: 5206 73rd Ln E, Bradenton, FL 34203
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Free

NBP Trick-or-Treat on the Lake

Join NBP & Sarasota County for a spook-tacular evening of trick-or-treating fun the whole family will enjoy! Get into the ...

  • 5:30 pm - 8:00 pm
  • Location: Nathan Benderson Park - 5851 Nathan Benderson Circle, Sarasota,FL 34235
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Free

Parenting Matters Musical Motion at Mothers Helping Mothers

Musical Motion is for parents/caregivers and their children, ages 0-5. Musical Motion is a fun parent-child learn & play class ...

  • 10:00 am - 11:00 am
  • Location: Mothers Helping Mothers, 5933 N Washington Blvd, Sarasota, FL. 34243
  • Cost: One time $10 enrollment fee.
  • Website: parentingmattersfl.org
  • Category: Free

Trick or Treating at the Library: Candy Land Trail

Feel free to dress in costumes and come walk the Candy Land Trail. Collect your goodies along the way. Meet ...

Trunk or Treat at Robert L. Taylor Community Complex

Get ready for a spook-tacular night at our annual Trunk or Treat at the Robert L. Taylor Community Complex! Join us ...

  • 5:00 pm - 7:00 pm
  • Location: Robert L. Taylor Community Complex 1845 34th Street Sarasota, FL 34234
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Free

Ranch Nite Wednesdays at Waterside Place at Lakewood Ranch

Ranch Nite Wednesdays are BACK starting October 1st! Get ready for another unforgettable season at Waterside Place — where Wednesdays ...

  • 6:00 pm - 9:00 pm
  • Location: Waterside Place, 1561 Lakefront Drive, Lakewood Ranch, FL 34240
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: lakewoodranch.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

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

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 ...

Fun To Be Fit Kids "littles" Storytime at Fruitville Library

For infants to five years, attending with caregiver. The storytime includes simple stories, nursery rhymes, songs, fingerplays, and crafts. Space ...

SunCoast Blood Centers Trunk or Treat

SunCoast Blood Centers is hosting its 1st Annual Halloween Trunk or Treat—an exciting, free, family-friendly event for all ages, taking ...

  • 3:00 pm - 7:00 pm
  • Location: 1760 Mound Street Sarasota, FL
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Free

Sarasota Fall Festival and Carnival at University Town Center

Join us for the incredible Fall Festival & Carnival at The Mall at University Town Center presented by Florida Blue ...

  • 5:00 pm - 11:00 pm
  • Location: The Mall at University Town Center, 150 University Town Center Dr. Sarasota, FL 34243
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: www.eventbrite.com
  • Category: Free

Howl-O-Ween Boogie: Doggie Costume Party at Palmer Ranch YMCA

Join us on Thursday, October 31 from 10am-12pm for a spooktacular good time! Dress up your pup for our Doggie ...

  • 10:00 am - 12:00 pm
  • Location: 8301 Potter Park Dr. Sarasota, FL 34238
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: operations.daxko.com
  • Category: Free

Halloween at the Ag Museum

Come celebrate Halloween at the Ag Museum from 10 AM to 4 PM! Make spooky crafts, finish a tricky scavenger ...

  • 10:00 am - 4:00 pm
  • Location: 1015 6th St W, Palmetto, FL
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Free

ROAR at The Ringling

ROAR! is our free storytime that connects art with early literacy. At this program, we read together, make art, and ...

  • 10:15 am - 12:30 pm
  • Location: 5401 Bay Shore Road, Sarasota, FL 34243
  • Cost: Free, tickets required
  • Website: www.ringling.org
  • Category: Free

Parenting Matters Musical Motion at Palmetto Library

Musical Motion is for parents/caregivers and their children, ages 0-5. Musical Motion is a fun parent-child learn & play class ...

  • 1:00 pm - 2:00 pm
  • Location: Palmetto Library, 923 6th St W, Palmetto FL 34221
  • Cost: One time $10 enrollment fee
  • Website: parentingmattersfl.org
  • Category: Free

Halloween Boo Bash with Parenting Matters at Senior Friendship Centers

Parenting Matters is thrilled to partner with Senior Friendship Centers and Granny Nannies Senior Home Care of Sarasota for this ...

  • 1:00 pm - 3:00 pm
  • Location: 1888 Brother Geenen Way, Sarasota, FL 34236
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Free
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