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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Suzi Fox Day with Anna Maria Island Turtle Watch

Join Us for Suzi Fox Day – May 1st! Kick off the 2025 sea turtle nesting season with Anna Maria ...

Sidewalk Astronomy for Families

Join SSC astronomers for an evening of gazing at the Moon! We'll have telescopes trained on the Moon and Jupiter, ...

Suncoast Remake Learning Days: Free Family Music Classes at Music Compound

Music Compound and Suncoast Remake Learning Days join forces to offer 2 free family music classes on Saturday, May 3rd. 10:00–10:45 ...

International Astronomy Day at the Bishop Museum

Prepare for liftoff! On Saturday, May 3rd, 2025, The Bishop is your launchpad to an incredible International Astronomy Day dedicated ...

  • 10:00 am - 3:00 pm
  • Location: The Bishop Museum of Science and Nature: 201 10th Street, W Bradenton, FL 34205
  • Cost: All activities are included with admission to the Museum.
  • Website: bishopscience.org
  • Category: Informational & Tours

Backyard Science at The Bishop Museum of Science and Nature

Make your Saturday mornings even more fun! Check out the newly designed Backyard Science program for elementary-aged learners at The ...

  • 10:00 am - 12:00 pm
  • Location: The Bishop, 201 10th St. W, Bradenton, FL 34205 (in the Mosaic Backyard Universe)
  • Cost: Included with Admission
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Informational & Tours

Backyard Bug Explorers at Palmetto Historical Park

Join us for a free, fun-filled afternoon at Palmetto Historical Park exploring the amazing world of backyard insects! Dive into ...

Nurture in Nature Class at Rye Preserve

Join us for our Monday class at Rye Preserve near Lakewood Ranch in Bradenton! Tinkergarten and Reggio inspired nature classes. ...

Art Center Sarasota Open House

Join us for our Open House during the North County Show receptions on May 6–8 from 5:30–7pm! Families who register ...

Art Center Sarasota Open House

Join us for our Open House during the North County Show receptions on May 6–8 from 5:30–7pm! Families who register ...

Homeschool Science Days at The Bishop Museum of Science and Nature

Homeschool Science Days at The Bishop! UNLEASH YOUR HOMESCHOOLER’S INNER EXPLORER! Join us for themed adventures at The Bishop! Combine hands-on ...

Art Center Sarasota Open House

Join us for our Open House during the North County Show receptions on May 6–8 from 5:30–7pm! Families who register ...

Breakfast with Sharks at the Mote Marine Laboratory & Aquarium

Weekend already on your mind? Begin it with a splash and join us for Breakfast with the Sharks this Saturday! ...

  • 8:00 am - 9:30 am
  • Location: 1600 Ken Thompson Parkway, Sarasota, FL
  • Cost: $36 member adults, $40 non-member adults; $27 member youth, $30 non-member youth; 2 and younger are free
  • Website: mote.org
  • Category: Informational & Tours

Shark Pups and Grownups at Mote Marine Laboratory and Aquarium

Shark Pups & Grownups is an early childhood STEM program for kids ages 2 through 5 and their favorite adult ...

  • 9:30 am - 10:30 am
  • Location: Mote Marine Laboratory and Aquarium-1600 Ken Thompson Pkway, Sarasota, FL 34236
  • Cost: $20 for members, $22 for non-members per child (and one parent/guardian)
  • Website: mote.org
  • Category: Informational & Tours

Backyard Science at The Bishop Museum of Science and Nature

Make your Saturday mornings even more fun! Check out the newly designed Backyard Science program for elementary-aged learners at The ...

  • 10:00 am - 12:00 pm
  • Location: The Bishop, 201 10th St. W, Bradenton, FL 34205 (in the Mosaic Backyard Universe)
  • Cost: Included with Admission
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Informational & Tours

"Treat Yourself like a Queen" Women's Expo at the Mall at UTC

The Annual "Treat Yourself like a Queen" Women's Expo is returning to The Mall at University Town Center! Hosted by ...

Nurture in Nature Class at Rye Preserve

Join us for our Monday class at Rye Preserve near Lakewood Ranch in Bradenton! Tinkergarten and Reggio inspired nature classes. ...

Turtle Tracks & Shorebird Facts at Holmes Beach City Hall

Turtle Tracks and Shorebird Facts Anna Maria Turtle Watch & Shorebird Monitoring and Holmes Beach are hosting a fun and educational ...

Tranquil Tuesdays at Selby Gardens Downtown Sarasota

Marie Selby Botanical Gardens is a safe, inclusive, and welcoming space for all members of our community. Tranquil Tuesday is a ...

  • 5:15 pm - 6:15 pm
  • Location: Selby Gardens Downtown Sarasota Campus, 1534 Mound St., Sarasota, 34236
  • Cost: Free, advanced registration is required
  • Website: selby.org
  • Category: Informational & Tours

Lakewood Ranch Medical Center Infant CPR for Friends and Family

Practice the proper techniques of infant CPR based on the latest recommendations from the American Heart Association®. This is a ...

Lakewood Ranch Learn to Fish Saturdays at James L. Patton Park

Attendees will learn the art of casting, being a good angler, and knot tying. There will be time for practice ...

  • 10:00 am - 11:00 am
  • Location: 5725 White Eagle Blvd, Bradenton, FL 34211
  • Cost: Free for Resident's / $10 for Non-Residents
  • Website: mylwr.com
  • Category: Informational & Tours

Junior Ranger Jamboree at Myakka River State Park

Join us for a fun-filled day at Myakka River State Park! This event is perfect for young nature lovers. Highlights include swear-in ...

  • 10:00 am - 2:00 pm
  • Location: Myakka River State Park, 13208 State Rd 72 Sarasota, Fl 34241
  • Cost: $6 per vehicle
  • Category: Informational & Tours

Backyard Science at The Bishop Museum of Science and Nature

Make your Saturday mornings even more fun! Check out the newly designed Backyard Science program for elementary-aged learners at The ...

  • 10:00 am - 12:00 pm
  • Location: The Bishop, 201 10th St. W, Bradenton, FL 34205 (in the Mosaic Backyard Universe)
  • Cost: Included with Admission
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Informational & Tours

Nurture in Nature Class at Rye Preserve

Join us for our Monday class at Rye Preserve near Lakewood Ranch in Bradenton! Tinkergarten and Reggio inspired nature classes. ...

Turtle Tracks & Shorebird Facts at Holmes Beach City Hall

Turtle Tracks and Shorebird Facts Anna Maria Turtle Watch & Shorebird Monitoring and Holmes Beach are hosting a fun and educational ...

Enrollment Night for My Gym Sarasota Summer Camp

Curious about My Gym and our Camp options??? At My Gym Camp, we activate the fun every single day – ...

Open House at Lakewood Ranch Christian School

Discover what makes Lakewood Ranch Christian a place where students grow in faith, character, and academic excellence! Come meet our founders, ...

Shark Pups and Grownups at Mote Marine Laboratory and Aquarium

Shark Pups & Grownups is an early childhood STEM program for kids ages 2 through 5 and their favorite adult ...

  • 9:30 am - 10:30 am
  • Location: Mote Marine Laboratory and Aquarium-1600 Ken Thompson Pkway, Sarasota, FL 34236
  • Cost: $20 for members, $22 for non-members per child (and one parent/guardian)
  • Website: mote.org
  • Category: Informational & Tours

Backyard Science at The Bishop Museum of Science and Nature

Make your Saturday mornings even more fun! Check out the newly designed Backyard Science program for elementary-aged learners at The ...

  • 10:00 am - 12:00 pm
  • Location: The Bishop, 201 10th St. W, Bradenton, FL 34205 (in the Mosaic Backyard Universe)
  • Cost: Included with Admission
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Informational & Tours

Art and Health Fair at The Ringling Museum

The 3rd Annual Art & Health Fair is coming to The Ringling Museum on Saturday, May 24 from 10 AM ...

Nibbles in Nature at Selby Gardens

Introducing a new family-friendly event at our Historic Spanish Point campus, Nibbles in Nature! Celebrate the seasons and foods from ...

  • 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm
  • Location: Selby Gardens’ Historic Spanish Point, 337 N Tamiami Trl, Osprey, FL 34229
  • Cost: Children and Member Adults: $15.00 | Non-Member Adults: $30.00
  • Website: selby.org
  • Category: Informational & Tours

Nurture in Nature Class at Rye Preserve

Join us for our Monday class at Rye Preserve near Lakewood Ranch in Bradenton! Tinkergarten and Reggio inspired nature classes. ...

Little Sprouts Club at Selby Gardens Downtown Sarasota Campus

Little Sprouts Club is a drop-in interactive program designed for preschoolers and their caregivers to stimulate curiosity and build a ...

  • 10:30 am - 11:30 am
  • Location: Downtown Sarasota Campus, 1534 Mound Street, Sarasota, FL 34236
  • Cost: Members: Free | Member guest: $12 | Adults $28 | Ages 5-17: $12 | Ages 4 and under: Free
  • Website: selby.org
  • Category: Informational & Tours

Little Sprouts Club at Selby Gardens Downtown Sarasota Campus

Little Sprouts Club is a drop-in interactive program designed for preschoolers and their caregivers to stimulate curiosity and build a ...

  • 10:30 am - 11:30 am
  • Location: Downtown Sarasota Campus, 1534 Mound Street, Sarasota, FL 34236
  • Cost: Members: Free | Member guest: $12 | Adults $28 | Ages 5-17: $12 | Ages 4 and under: Free
  • Website: selby.org
  • Category: Informational & Tours

Backyard Science at The Bishop Museum of Science and Nature

Make your Saturday mornings even more fun! Check out the newly designed Backyard Science program for elementary-aged learners at The ...

  • 10:00 am - 12:00 pm
  • Location: The Bishop, 201 10th St. W, Bradenton, FL 34205 (in the Mosaic Backyard Universe)
  • Cost: Included with Admission
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Informational & Tours
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