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!

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December

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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: Other

Homeschool Happy Hours at Distractions on the Island

Homeschool Happy Hours – Every Wednesday! Calling all homeschool families! Join us every Wednesday for Homeschool Happy Hours – a perfect ...

  • 10:00 am - 1:00 pm
  • Location: 5306 Holmes Blvd, Suite 800, Holmes Beach, FL
  • Cost: Students and their Teacher of Record receive 10% off your total
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Other

Midday Hangout with North Port Parks & Rec

This program is a great way for your home-schooled child to have fun in a structured setting and stay engaged. ...

  • 12:30 pm - 2:30 pm
  • Location: George Mullen Activity Center, 1602 Kramer Way, North Port, FL 34286
  • Cost: $5 for residents and $6 for non-residents
  • Website: NorthPortFL.gov
  • Category: Other

Homeschool Skate at Astro Skate

1st Friday of the month is homeschool skate!

  • 11:00 am - 1:00 pm
  • Location: Astro Skate of Bradenton 3611 3rd St W, Bradenton, FL 34205
  • Cost: $6.00 includes rental
  • Website: astroskatingcenter.com
  • Category: Other

Rock Wall Open Gym at Englewood YMCA

Ever noticed that there is a 30-foot rock wall in the lobby of the Y? Well, now is your chance ...

  • 5:30 pm - 7:00 pm
  • Location: Englewood YMCA, 701 Medical Boulevard Englewood, FL 34223
  • Cost: Free for members or $5 daily drop-in fee for non-members.
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Other

Kid's Night Out at Arts A Blaze Studio

Each Friday night from 5:30-8PM your child will enjoy pottery painting and themed crafts while you catch a movie or ...

  • 5:30 pm - 8:00 pm
  • Location: Arts A Blaze Studio, 8111 Lakewood Main Street, Bradenton, FL 34202
  • Cost: $38/child, must register
  • Website: app.getoccasion.com
  • Category: Other

Parents Night Out at We Rock the Spectrum

Parents, this one’s for YOU! Need a night off? We’ve got you covered! Drop the kiddos off for our Pajama Party & ...

  • 6:00 pm - 9:00 pm
  • Location: We Rock the Spectrum, 4744 Cortez Rd. W, Bradenton, FL 34210
  • Cost: $35 per child | 10% sibling discount
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Other

Children's Entrepreneur Market Venice

A market run entirely by kids!

  • 9:00 am - 1:00 pm
  • Location: Cool Today Park, 18800 South West Villages Pkwy Venice, FL 34293
  • Cost: Free to attend
  • Website: kidsmarkets.com
  • Category: Other

Sarasota Anime-Fest At Sarasota Municipal Auditorium

Join us on Saturday December 6, 2025 for our 3rd Anime-Fest Show here in Sarasota, FL at the Sarasota Municipal ...

Santa Claus Meet and Greet at Bricks and Minifigs of Sarasota

“Ho-Ho-Hold onto your hats! Meet, greet, and jingle all the way!” LEGO fun with Santa!

  • 4:00 pm - 6:00 pm
  • Location: Bricks & Minifigs of Sarasota, 4047 Clark Rd Sarasota, Florida 34233
  • Cost: Free to attend
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Other

EVO Kids Saturday Night Open Gym

Join us for Open Gym at EVO Gymnastics, held on the 1st and 3rd Saturday of each month from 6:30 ...

  • 6:30 pm - 8:30 pm
  • Location: 7188 15th St E, Sarasota, FL 34243
  • Cost: Non-Members: $20 | Members: $15
  • Website: portal.iclasspro.com
  • Category: Other

Court IQ Lab with Liberty Edge Basketball

Work Smart, Not Harder with Court IQ Lab Hosted by Former NBA Player and #1 High School Player – Marcus Liberty Improve ...

  • 9:30 am - 11:30 pm
  • Location: Marble Rec Center, 3675 53rd Ave E Bradenton FL 34203
  • Cost: See Description
  • Website: libertyedgebasketball.com
  • Category: Other

Coder Fair at The Coder School Sarasota

Join us for our CoderFair / Student demo day. Students are invited to submit their best projects of the season ...

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: Other

Homeschool Happy Hours at Distractions on the Island

Homeschool Happy Hours – Every Wednesday! Calling all homeschool families! Join us every Wednesday for Homeschool Happy Hours – a perfect ...

  • 10:00 am - 1:00 pm
  • Location: 5306 Holmes Blvd, Suite 800, Holmes Beach, FL
  • Cost: Students and their Teacher of Record receive 10% off your total
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Other

Kids Night Out at the George Mullen Activity Center

Parents, need a night off? We’ve got just the thing! Sign your child up for Kids Night Out on Friday, Dec. ...

  • 5:00 pm - 8:30 pm
  • Location: George Mullen Activity Center, 1602 Kramer Way, North Port 34286
  • Cost: $15
  • Website: NorthPortFL.gov
  • Category: Other

Rock Wall Open Gym at Englewood YMCA

Ever noticed that there is a 30-foot rock wall in the lobby of the Y? Well, now is your chance ...

  • 5:30 pm - 7:00 pm
  • Location: Englewood YMCA, 701 Medical Boulevard Englewood, FL 34223
  • Cost: Free for members or $5 daily drop-in fee for non-members.
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Other

My Gym Parent's Night Out

Parents' Night Out 3yrs to 10yrs Enjoy a special night to yourselves while your kiddos celebrate at My Gym! This age-appropriate date ...

  • 5:30 pm - 8:30 pm
  • Location: 8792 S Tamiami Trail, Sarasota, FL 34238
  • Cost: $45, register in advance
  • Website: www.mygym.com
  • Category: Other

Kid's Night Out at Arts A Blaze Studio

Each Friday night from 5:30-8PM your child will enjoy pottery painting and themed crafts while you catch a movie or ...

  • 5:30 pm - 8:00 pm
  • Location: Arts A Blaze Studio, 8111 Lakewood Main Street, Bradenton, FL 34202
  • Cost: $38/child, must register
  • Website: app.getoccasion.com
  • Category: Other

Parents Night Out at We Rock the Spectrum

Parents, this one’s for YOU! Need a night off? We’ve got you covered! Drop the kiddos off for our Pajama Party & ...

  • 6:00 pm - 9:00 pm
  • Location: We Rock the Spectrum, 4744 Cortez Rd. W, Bradenton, FL 34210
  • Cost: $35 per child | 10% sibling discount
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Other

Waypoint Artisan Market

Waypoint Artisan Market 2025- 2026 Season (2nd Saturday of the Month) 11:00am-3:00pm Live Music w/ Luke Andrews & Matt Beck! Kids Activities! Fur-Baby Friendly! Restaurant ...

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: Other

Drop N Shop at Venice YMCA

Parents, get your holiday shopping done while the kids have fun! Join us for Drop N Shop at the Venice ...

  • 2:00 pm - 8:00 pm
  • Location: 701 Center Rd, Venice, FL 34285
  • Cost: Members: $40/ Non-Members: $60
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Other

Parents Night Out at Learning Academy of Sarasota

Give yourself the gift of an afternoon out for just $60! While you enjoy a much-needed evening to yourself, your ...

  • 3:00 pm - 7:00 pm
  • Location: 133 S Mcintosh, Sarasota, FL 34232
  • Cost: $60, $10 off each sibling (up to 3 kids)
  • Website: docs.google.com
  • Category: Other

Children's Entrepreneur Market Bradenton

A market run entirely by kids!

  • 4:00 pm - 8:00 pm
  • Location: GT Bray Park, 5502 33rd Avenue Dr W Bradenton, FL 34209
  • Cost: Free to attend
  • Website: kidsmarkets.com
  • Category: Other

Court IQ Lab with Liberty Edge Basketball

Work Smart, Not Harder with Court IQ Lab Hosted by Former NBA Player and #1 High School Player – Marcus Liberty Improve ...

  • 9:30 am - 11:30 pm
  • Location: Marble Rec Center, 3675 53rd Ave E Bradenton FL 34203
  • Cost: See Description
  • Website: libertyedgebasketball.com
  • Category: Other

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: Other

Homeschool Happy Hours at Distractions on the Island

Homeschool Happy Hours – Every Wednesday! Calling all homeschool families! Join us every Wednesday for Homeschool Happy Hours – a perfect ...

  • 10:00 am - 1:00 pm
  • Location: 5306 Holmes Blvd, Suite 800, Holmes Beach, FL
  • Cost: Students and their Teacher of Record receive 10% off your total
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Other

Stelliferous Solstice: A Guide to Winter Skies at The Bishop Museum

Join us in the Planetarium at The Bishop to celebrate the Winter Solstice! Explore the rising winter constellations and get ...

  • 7:00 pm - 8:00 pm
  • Location: The Bishop Museum of Science and Nature, 210 10th St West, Bradenton, FL 34205
  • Cost: $10/$3 for Members/Members under 17; $15/$5 for Non-Members/Non-Members under 17.
  • Website: bishopscience.org
  • Category: Other

Kid's Night Out at Arts A Blaze Studio

Each Friday night from 5:30-8PM your child will enjoy pottery painting and themed crafts while you catch a movie or ...

  • 5:30 pm - 8:00 pm
  • Location: Arts A Blaze Studio, 8111 Lakewood Main Street, Bradenton, FL 34202
  • Cost: $38/child, must register
  • Website: app.getoccasion.com
  • Category: Other

Rock Wall Open Gym at Englewood YMCA

Ever noticed that there is a 30-foot rock wall in the lobby of the Y? Well, now is your chance ...

  • 5:30 pm - 7:00 pm
  • Location: Englewood YMCA, 701 Medical Boulevard Englewood, FL 34223
  • Cost: Free for members or $5 daily drop-in fee for non-members.
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Other

Super Smash Bros Kid's Night Out at theCoderSchool

Drop off the kids for a fun night of Super Smash Bros. on our big screen TV's. Don't worry about ...

Parents Night Out at We Rock the Spectrum

Parents, this one’s for YOU! Need a night off? We’ve got you covered! Drop the kiddos off for our Pajama Party & ...

  • 6:00 pm - 9:00 pm
  • Location: We Rock the Spectrum, 4744 Cortez Rd. W, Bradenton, FL 34210
  • Cost: $35 per child | 10% sibling discount
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Other

Parents Day Out at The Center of Anna Maria Island

Need time for some last-minute holiday shopping? Drop your kiddo off at The Center for a fun-filled day while you ...

  • 10:00 am - 3:00 pm
  • Location: 407 Magnolia Ave, Anna Maria, FL 34216
  • Cost: Members: $40 • Non-Members: $50 • $20 for each additional child
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Other

Parents Night Out at Learning Academy of Sarasota

Give yourself the gift of an afternoon out for just $60! While you enjoy a much-needed evening to yourself, your ...

  • 3:00 pm - 7:00 pm
  • Location: 133 S Mcintosh, Sarasota, FL 34232
  • Cost: $60, $10 off each sibling (up to 3 kids)
  • Website: docs.google.com
  • Category: Other

Polar Express Movie Night at JJ Fox's Treehouse

With a fun new event December 20 from 4-7pm in the Treehouse. Wear your comfiest PJs, bring a blanket and ...

  • 4:00 pm - 7:00 pm
  • Location: 907 57th Street East, Bradenton, FL 34208
  • Cost: $20 per child with adult | $45 per child for drop-off rate
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Other

EVO Kids Saturday Night Open Gym

Join us for Open Gym at EVO Gymnastics, held on the 1st and 3rd Saturday of each month from 6:30 ...

  • 6:30 pm - 8:30 pm
  • Location: 7188 15th St E, Sarasota, FL 34243
  • Cost: Non-Members: $20 | Members: $15
  • Website: portal.iclasspro.com
  • Category: Other

Court IQ Lab with Liberty Edge Basketball

Work Smart, Not Harder with Court IQ Lab Hosted by Former NBA Player and #1 High School Player – Marcus Liberty Improve ...

  • 9:30 am - 11:30 pm
  • Location: Marble Rec Center, 3675 53rd Ave E Bradenton FL 34203
  • Cost: See Description
  • Website: libertyedgebasketball.com
  • Category: Other

Strike Zone Youth Baseball Clinic

School's Out! Let's Play Baseball! Players will work on skill development and fundamentals in a fun, camp-like setting. Our clinics are ...

  • 9:00 am - 1:00 pm
  • Location: 6207 McIntosh Rd., Sarasota, FL 34238
  • Cost: $60 Per Player/Per Day ~ Pizza Lunch Included.
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Other

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: Other

Strike Zone Youth Baseball Clinic

School's Out! Let's Play Baseball! Players will work on skill development and fundamentals in a fun, camp-like setting. Our clinics are ...

  • 9:00 am - 1:00 pm
  • Location: 6207 McIntosh Rd., Sarasota, FL 34238
  • Cost: $60 Per Player/Per Day ~ Pizza Lunch Included.
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Other

Homeschool Happy Hours at Distractions on the Island

Homeschool Happy Hours – Every Wednesday! Calling all homeschool families! Join us every Wednesday for Homeschool Happy Hours – a perfect ...

  • 10:00 am - 1:00 pm
  • Location: 5306 Holmes Blvd, Suite 800, Holmes Beach, FL
  • Cost: Students and their Teacher of Record receive 10% off your total
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Other

Strike Zone Youth Baseball Clinic

School's Out! Let's Play Baseball! Players will work on skill development and fundamentals in a fun, camp-like setting. Our clinics are ...

  • 9:00 am - 1:00 pm
  • Location: 6207 McIntosh Rd., Sarasota, FL 34238
  • Cost: $60 Per Player/Per Day ~ Pizza Lunch Included.
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Other

Rock Wall Open Gym at Englewood YMCA

Ever noticed that there is a 30-foot rock wall in the lobby of the Y? Well, now is your chance ...

  • 5:30 pm - 7:00 pm
  • Location: Englewood YMCA, 701 Medical Boulevard Englewood, FL 34223
  • Cost: Free for members or $5 daily drop-in fee for non-members.
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Other

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: Other

EVO Gymnastics Parents Night Out - 2025 Wrap Up Party

We’ll celebrate all the highlights of the year with games, gymnastics, and a sparkling kid-friendly New Year’s countdown—balloons, countdowns and ...

  • 5:30 pm - 9:00 pm
  • Location: 7188 15th St E, Sarasota, FL 34243
  • Cost: $60 (Non-Members), $55 (Members), $50 per sibling
  • Website: portal.iclasspro.com
  • Category: Other

Court IQ Lab with Liberty Edge Basketball

Work Smart, Not Harder with Court IQ Lab Hosted by Former NBA Player and #1 High School Player – Marcus Liberty Improve ...

  • 9:30 am - 11:30 pm
  • Location: Marble Rec Center, 3675 53rd Ave E Bradenton FL 34203
  • Cost: See Description
  • Website: libertyedgebasketball.com
  • Category: Other

Strike Zone Youth Baseball Clinic

School's Out! Let's Play Baseball! Players will work on skill development and fundamentals in a fun, camp-like setting. Our clinics are ...

  • 9:00 am - 1:00 pm
  • Location: 6207 McIntosh Rd., Sarasota, FL 34238
  • Cost: $60 Per Player/Per Day ~ Pizza Lunch Included.
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Other

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: Other

Strike Zone Youth Baseball Clinic

School's Out! Let's Play Baseball! Players will work on skill development and fundamentals in a fun, camp-like setting. Our clinics are ...

  • 9:00 am - 1:00 pm
  • Location: 6207 McIntosh Rd., Sarasota, FL 34238
  • Cost: $60 Per Player/Per Day ~ Pizza Lunch Included.
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Other

Strike Zone Youth Baseball Clinic

School's Out! Let's Play Baseball! Players will work on skill development and fundamentals in a fun, camp-like setting. Our clinics are ...

  • 9:00 am - 1:00 pm
  • Location: 6207 McIntosh Rd., Sarasota, FL 34238
  • Cost: $60 Per Player/Per Day ~ Pizza Lunch Included.
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Other

Homeschool Happy Hours at Distractions on the Island

Homeschool Happy Hours – Every Wednesday! Calling all homeschool families! Join us every Wednesday for Homeschool Happy Hours – a perfect ...

  • 10:00 am - 1:00 pm
  • Location: 5306 Holmes Blvd, Suite 800, Holmes Beach, FL
  • Cost: Students and their Teacher of Record receive 10% off your total
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Other

Miss Jodi's New Year's Eve Silent Disco Party

New Year’s Eve = handled Silent Disco Party Drop the kids off and enjoy your night!

  • 5:00 pm - 10:00 pm
  • Location: Miss Jodi's School of Dance: 4804 S Tamiami Trail, Sarasota FL 34231
  • Cost: Contact business
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Other
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