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.
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
Sarasota Seafood and Music Festival at the Sarasota County Fairgrounds
Get ready to step outside and enjoy a weekend filled with great food and fantastic live music. Join us for ...
- 4:30 pm - 10:00 pm
- Location: Sarasota County Fairgrounds, 3000 Ringling Blvd
- Cost: Free Admission
- Website: www.facebook.com
- Category: Free
Paddington in Peru Movie Night at Sutton Park
Join us Friday Jan. 2, from 6 to 7:45 p.m. for a free outdoor showing of Paddington in Peru at ...
- 6:00 pm - 7:45 pm
- Location: Sutton Park, 1006 6th St. W. Palmetto, FL
- Cost: Free
- Website: www.facebook.com
- Category: Free
Music on Main in Lakewood Ranch
Join us on Lakewood Ranch Main Street from 6pm-9pm for Music on Main, a free concert series and black party ...
- 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
Manatee Movie Night at Parrish Community Park
New Series! Grab a blanket or chair and join other families for a movie under the stars this November, December ...
- 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm
- Location: Parrish Community Park, 7550 Fort Hamer Rd, Parrish, FL 34219
- Cost: Free
- Website: www.facebook.com
- Category: Free
Holiday Movies Under the Stars at UTC
Snuggle up this season for Holiday Movies Under The Stars – free outdoor showings of your favorite holiday films every ...
- 7:00 pm - 10:00 pm
- Location: West District at UTC (in the lot near Ford’s Garage)
- Cost: Free
- Website: www.facebook.com
- Category: Free
Run & Walk Club for All at The Bay
Whether you're a seasoned runner, a daily walker or just getting started, this weekly Run & Walk Club for All ...
- 7:30 am - 8:30 am
- Location: 1055 Boulevard of the Arts, Sarasota, FL 34236
- 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 discovery. Walk the grounds ...
- 9:00 am - 12:00 pm
- Location: 840 99th St NW Bradenton, FL 34209
- Cost: Free
- Website: www.mymanatee.org
- Category: Free
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, ...
- 9:00 am - 2:00 pm
- Location: 400 Old Main St, Bradenton
- Cost: Free
- Website: www.realizebradenton.com
- Category: Free
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
Manasota Chapter New Year Party at Mixon Farms
Join FNGLA's Manasota Chapter for a New Year Party. This Free event will be filled with food, bounce houses, and ...
Sarasota Seafood and Music Festival at the Sarasota County Fairgrounds
Get ready to step outside and enjoy a weekend filled with great food and fantastic live music. Join us for ...
- 4:30 pm - 10:00 pm
- Location: Sarasota County Fairgrounds, 3000 Ringling Blvd
- Cost: Free Admission
- Website: www.facebook.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
Woodland Church Playgroup
This FREE group meets Tuesday mornings from 9am-11:30am. Everyone will meet in the gym, bounce on the jumpers, play with ...
- 9:00 am - 11:30 am
- Location: Woodland Community Church, 9607 State Road 70 E Bradenton, FL 34202
- Cost: Free
- Website: gowoodland.com
- Category: Free
Forty Carrots PARTNERS IN PLAY® Central Library
Drop in to enjoy special uninterrupted play time with your child in our FREE Partners In Play® (PIP) groups. Meet our ...
- 9:45 am - 10:45 am
- Location: Central Library 1301 1st Ave W, Bradenton, Fl 34205
- Cost: Free
- Website: fortycarrots.com
- Category: Free
Preschool Storytime at Lakewood Ranch Library
Join us for Preschool Storytime, an engaging program designed for children ages 3–5 and their caregivers. Each 45 minute session ...
- 10:00 am - 11:45 am
- Location: Lakewood Ranch Library, 16410 Rangeland Parkway Lakewood Ranch, FL 34211
- Cost: Free
- Website: manateelibrary.libcal.com
- Category: Free
Forty Carrots PARTNERS IN PLAY® North Sarasota 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: North Sarasota Library: 2801 Newtown Blvd, Sarasota, FL 34234
- Cost: Free
- Website: fortycarrots.com
- Category: Free
Forty Carrots PARTNERS IN PLAY® North Port Library
PARTNERS IN PLAY® Drop in to enjoy special uninterrupted play time with your child in our FREE Partners In Play® (PIP) ...
- 10:15 am - 1:00 pm
- Location: North Port Library: 13800 Tamiami Trl, North Port, FL 34287
- Cost: Free
- Website: fortycarrots.com
- Category: Free
Toddler Storytime at Lakewood Ranch Library
Join us at the Lakewood Ranch Library for stories, songs, rhymes, and lots of movement for toddlers ages 18 months ...
- 10:00 am - 11:45 am
- Location: Lakewood Ranch Library, 16410 Rangeland Parkway Lakewood Ranch, FL 34211
- Cost: Free
- Website: lakewoodranch.com
- Category: Free
Forty Carrots PARTNERS IN PLAY® Shannon Staub Library
Enjoy special uninterrupted play time with your child in our FREE Partners In Play® (PIP) groups. Meet our friendly Parenting ...
- 10:15 am - 1:00 pm
- Location: Shannon Staub Library 4675 Career Lane, North Port, Fl 34289
- Cost: Free
- Website: fortycarrots.com
- Category: Free
Forty Carrots PARTNERS IN PLAY® Jacaranda Public Library
PARTNERS IN PLAY® Drop in to enjoy special uninterrupted play time with your child in our FREE Partners In Play® (PIP) ...
- 10:15 am - 1:00 pm
- Location: Jacaranda Library: 4143 Woodmere Park Blvd, Venice, FL 34293
- Cost: Free
- Website: fortycarrots.com
- Category: Free
Forty Carrots PARTNERS IN PLAY® Gulf Gate Library
Enjoy special uninterrupted play time with your child in our FREE Partners In Play® (PIP) groups. Meet our friendly Parenting ...
- 10:15 am - 1:00 pm
- Location: Gulf Gate Library 7112 Curtiss Ave, Sarasota, FL 34231
- Cost: Free
- Website: fortycarrots.com
- Category: Free
Forty Carrots WELCOME TO OUR WORLD®
Bringing a baby into the world can fill our hearts with joy and love, and our minds with questions and ...
- 11:30 am - 12:30 pm
- Location: The Parenting Center at Forty Carrots: 1350 Cattlemen Road, Sarasota, 34232
- Cost: Free
- Website: fortycarrots.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
Forty Carrots PARTNERS IN PLAY® Selby Library
Enjoy special uninterrupted play time with your child in our FREE Partners In Play® (PIP) groups. Meet our friendly Parenting ...
- 10:15 am - 1:00 pm
- Location: Selby Library 1331 First St., Sarasota, FL 34236
- Cost: Free
- Website: fortycarrots.com
- Category: Free
Forty Carrots PARTNERS IN PLAY® Gulf Gate Library
Enjoy special uninterrupted play time with your child in our FREE Partners In Play® (PIP) groups. Meet our friendly Parenting ...
- 10:15 am - 1:00 pm
- Location: Gulf Gate Library 7112 Curtiss Ave, Sarasota, FL 34231
- Cost: Free
- Website: fortycarrots.com
- Category: Free
Kids Night at Plaza Mexico Restaurant
Join us for Kids Night at Plaza de Toro Mexico in Sarasota every Thursday from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. ...
- 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm
- Location: Plaza Mexico Restaurant, 1894 Stickney Point Road, Sarasota, FL
- Cost: Free
- Website: facebook.com
- Category: Free
Forty Carrots PARTNERS IN PLAY® at Braden River Library
Drop in to enjoy a special uninterrupted playtime with your child in our FREE Partners In Play® (PIP) groups. Meet ...
- 9:45 am - 10:45 am
- Location: Braden River Library, 4915 53rd Avenue East, Bradenton, FL 34203
- Cost: Free
- Website: fortycarrots.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
Forty Carrots PARTNERS IN PLAY® Anna Maria Island Library
PARTNERS IN PLAY® Drop in to enjoy special uninterrupted play time with your child in our FREE Partners In Play® (PIP) ...
- 10:00 am - 11:00 am
- Location: Anna Maria Island Library: 5701 Marina Drive Holmes Beach, FL
- Cost: Free
- Website: fortycarrots.com
- Category: Free
Forty Carrots Lactation Loop
Join us at the Lactation Loop at Forty Carrots! Whether you’re breastfeeding or bottle feeding, we are here to support ...
- 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
Forty Carrots PARTNERS IN PLAY® Shannon Staub Library
PARTNERS IN PLAY® Drop in to enjoy special uninterrupted play time with your child in our FREE Partners In Play® (PIP) ...
- 10:15 am - 1:00 pm
- Location: Shannon Staub Library: 4675 Career Lane, North Port, Fl 34289
- Cost: Free
- Website: fortycarrots.com
- Category: Free
Run & Walk Club for All at The Bay
Whether you're a seasoned runner, a daily walker or just getting started, this weekly Run & Walk Club for All ...
- 7:30 am - 8:30 am
- Location: 1055 Boulevard of the Arts, Sarasota, FL 34236
- Cost: Free
- Website: www.facebook.com
- Category: Free
Learn-to-Row with Manatee County Youth Rowing
Curious about rowing? This is your chance to try the exciting, fast-growing sport —for FREE. Join us at Manatee County Youth ...
- 8:00 am - 10:00 am
- Location: 1605 Fort Hamer Rd, Parrish, FL 34219
- 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, ...
- 9:00 am - 2:00 pm
- Location: 400 Old Main St, Bradenton
- Cost: Free
- Website: www.realizebradenton.com
- Category: Free
2026 VPK Choice Fair
Join us for open office hours to complete your VPK (Voluntary Pre-Kindergarten) Choice application. Our friendly VPK team can assist with: - ...
- 9:00 am - 12:00 pm
- Location: The Soar Lab, 6413 9th St E, Bradenton, FL 34203
- Cost: Free
- Website: www.facebook.com
- Category: Free
Florida Flames Lax Free Clinic
• Join us for FREE "Learn to Lax" Clinics! • Open to current players and others who are interested in trying ...
- 9:00 am - 10:30 am
- Location: Sarasota High School Turf Field 2155 Bahia Vista St, Sarasota, FL 34239
- Cost: Free
- Website: www.flameslacrosse.com
- Category: Free
District Days at The Ringling
Join us for District Days at The Ringling! Students, staff, and their families in our local K-12 public schools can enjoy ...
- 10:00 am - 2:00 pm
- Location: 5401 Bay Shore Road, Sarasota, FL
- Cost: Free
- Website: www.ringling.org
- Category: Free
Free Second Sundays at the Sarasota Art Museum
On the second Sunday of each month, we offer free admission. Bring the entire family and be inspired by SAM’s ...
- 11:00 am - 5:00 pm
- Location: 1001 S. Tamiami Trail, Sarasota, FL
- Cost: Free
- Website: www.sarasotaartmuseum.org
- Category: Free
Baby Storytime at Lakewood Ranch Library
Join us at the Lakewood Ranch Library for Baby Storytime! This program is designed for our youngest library visitors—babies from ...
- 10:00 am - 11:45 am
- Location: Lakewood Ranch Library, 16410 Rangeland Parkway Lakewood Ranch, FL 34211
- Cost: Free
- Website: lakewoodranch.com
- Category: Free
Free Monday at The Ringling
The Museum of Art, Bayfront Gardens, and Glass Pavilion are free to the public on Mondays. Note: Regular admission pricing ...
- 10:00 am - 5:00 pm
- Location: 5401 Bay Shore Road, Sarasota, FL
- Cost: Free
- Website: www.ringling.org
- Category: Free
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 - 1:00 pm
- 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 - 1:00 pm
- Location: Elsie Quirk Library 100 W Dearborn St, Englewood, FL 34223
- Cost: Free
- Website: fortycarrots.com
- Category: Free
Forty Carrots WELCOME TO OUR WORLD®
Bringing a baby into the world can fill our hearts with joy and love, and our minds with questions and ...
- 11:30 am - 12:30 pm
- Location: The Parenting Center at Forty Carrots: 1350 Cattlemen Road, Sarasota, 34232
- Cost: Free
- Website: fortycarrots.com
- Category: Free
Woodland Church Playgroup
This FREE group meets Tuesday mornings from 9am-11:30am. Everyone will meet in the gym, bounce on the jumpers, play with ...
- 9:00 am - 11:30 am
- Location: Woodland Community Church, 9607 State Road 70 E Bradenton, FL 34202
- Cost: Free
- Website: gowoodland.com
- Category: Free
Boppin' Babies Trial Class at Stage Door Studios
Looking for a fun activity for your little one? Our next Boppin’ Babies session runs January 20th through March 10th! Join us ...
- 9:15 am - 9:45 am
- Location: 4001 Cattlemen Rd, Sarasota, FL 34233
- Cost: Free trial
- Website: link.enrollio.ai
- Category: Free
Forty Carrots PARTNERS IN PLAY® Central Library
Drop in to enjoy special uninterrupted play time with your child in our FREE Partners In Play® (PIP) groups. Meet our ...
- 9:45 am - 10:45 am
- Location: Central Library 1301 1st Ave W, Bradenton, Fl 34205
- Cost: Free
- Website: fortycarrots.com
- Category: Free
Preschool Storytime at Lakewood Ranch Library
Join us for Preschool Storytime, an engaging program designed for children ages 3–5 and their caregivers. Each 45 minute session ...
- 10:00 am - 11:45 am
- Location: Lakewood Ranch Library, 16410 Rangeland Parkway Lakewood Ranch, FL 34211
- Cost: Free
- Website: manateelibrary.libcal.com
- Category: Free
Forty Carrots PARTNERS IN PLAY® North Port Library
PARTNERS IN PLAY® Drop in to enjoy special uninterrupted play time with your child in our FREE Partners In Play® (PIP) ...
- 10:15 am - 1:00 pm
- Location: North Port Library: 13800 Tamiami Trl, North Port, FL 34287
- Cost: Free
- Website: fortycarrots.com
- Category: Free
Storytime on the Green at UTC with Barnes and Noble
Bring a blanket and join us for Storytime on The Green with Barnes & Noble. Held every second Wednesday of ...
- 10:00 am - 11:00 am
- Location: 140 University Town Center Drive, Sarasota, FL 34243
- Cost: Free
- Website: utcsarasota.com
- Category: Free
Toddler Storytime at Wellen Park
Toddler Storytime at Wellen Park: Starting January 14th Join us every other Wednesday for a fun, interactive Storytime filled with ...
- 10:00 am
- Location: 19745 Wellen Park Blvd, Venice, FL 34293
- Cost: Free
- Website: wellenpark.com
- Category: Free
Toddler Storytime at Lakewood Ranch Library
Join us at the Lakewood Ranch Library for stories, songs, rhymes, and lots of movement for toddlers ages 18 months ...
- 10:00 am - 11:45 am
- Location: Lakewood Ranch Library, 16410 Rangeland Parkway Lakewood Ranch, FL 34211
- Cost: Free
- Website: lakewoodranch.com
- Category: Free
Forty Carrots PARTNERS IN PLAY® Jacaranda Public Library
PARTNERS IN PLAY® Drop in to enjoy special uninterrupted play time with your child in our FREE Partners In Play® (PIP) ...
- 10:15 am - 1:00 pm
- Location: Jacaranda Library: 4143 Woodmere Park Blvd, Venice, FL 34293
- Cost: Free
- Website: fortycarrots.com
- Category: Free
Forty Carrots PARTNERS IN PLAY® Gulf Gate Library
Enjoy special uninterrupted play time with your child in our FREE Partners In Play® (PIP) groups. Meet our friendly Parenting ...
- 10:15 am - 1:00 pm
- Location: Gulf Gate Library 7112 Curtiss Ave, Sarasota, FL 34231
- Cost: Free
- Website: fortycarrots.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
Forty Carrots PARTNERS IN PLAY® Selby Library
Enjoy special uninterrupted play time with your child in our FREE Partners In Play® (PIP) groups. Meet our friendly Parenting ...
- 10:15 am - 1:00 pm
- Location: Selby Library 1331 First St., Sarasota, FL 34236
- Cost: Free
- Website: fortycarrots.com
- Category: Free
Forty Carrots PARTNERS IN PLAY® Gulf Gate Library
Enjoy special uninterrupted play time with your child in our FREE Partners In Play® (PIP) groups. Meet our friendly Parenting ...
- 10:15 am - 1:00 pm
- Location: Gulf Gate Library 7112 Curtiss Ave, Sarasota, FL 34231
- Cost: Free
- Website: fortycarrots.com
- Category: Free
Sarasota Winter Carnival at The Mall at University Town Center
Sarasota Winter Carnival & Street Food Invasion Get ready for an incredible weekend with hundreds of food options, fun for all ...
- 5:00 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
Free Soccer Practice with Elevate Soccer | MLS GO - CANCELED DUE TO WEATHER
Come train with Elevate Soccer | MLS GO Free soccer practice!
- 5:30 pm - 7:00 pm
- Location: Braden River Park, 5201 51st St E, Bradenton, FL 34203
- Cost: Free
- Website: www.facebook.com
- Category: Free
Forty Carrots PARTNERS IN PLAY® at Braden River Library
Drop in to enjoy a special uninterrupted playtime with your child in our FREE Partners In Play® (PIP) groups. Meet ...
- 9:45 am - 10:45 am
- Location: Braden River Library, 4915 53rd Avenue East, Bradenton, FL 34203
- Cost: Free
- Website: fortycarrots.com
- Category: Free
Forty Carrots PARTNERS IN PLAY® Anna Maria Island Library
PARTNERS IN PLAY® Drop in to enjoy special uninterrupted play time with your child in our FREE Partners In Play® (PIP) ...
- 10:00 am - 11:00 am
- Location: Anna Maria Island Library: 5701 Marina Drive Holmes Beach, FL
- Cost: Free
- Website: fortycarrots.com
- Category: Free
Forty Carrots Lactation Loop
Join us at the Lactation Loop at Forty Carrots! Whether you’re breastfeeding or bottle feeding, we are here to support ...
- 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
Forty Carrots PARTNERS IN PLAY® Shannon Staub Library
PARTNERS IN PLAY® Drop in to enjoy special uninterrupted play time with your child in our FREE Partners In Play® (PIP) ...
- 10:15 am - 1:00 pm
- Location: Shannon Staub Library: 4675 Career Lane, North Port, Fl 34289
- Cost: Free
- Website: fortycarrots.com
- Category: Free
Forty Carrots PARTNERS IN PLAY® Lakewood Ranch Library
PARTNERS IN PLAY® Drop in to enjoy special uninterrupted play time with your child in our FREE Partners In Play® (PIP) ...
- 12:15 pm - 1:15 pm
- Location: Lakewood Ranch Library 16410 Rangeland Pkwy, Bradenton, FL
- Cost: Free
- Website: fortycarrots.com
- Category: Free
Run & Walk Club for All at The Bay
Whether you're a seasoned runner, a daily walker or just getting started, this weekly Run & Walk Club for All ...
- 7:30 am - 8:30 am
- Location: 1055 Boulevard of the Arts, Sarasota, FL 34236
- 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 discovery. Walk the grounds ...
- 9:00 am - 12:00 pm
- Location: 840 99th St NW Bradenton, FL 34209
- Cost: Free
- Website: www.mymanatee.org
- Category: Free
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, ...
- 9:00 am - 2:00 pm
- Location: 400 Old Main St, Bradenton
- Cost: Free
- Website: www.realizebradenton.com
- Category: Free
Lowe's DIY Kids Workshops
Attend a monthly Kids' Workshop with your mini-DIYer (while supplies last). Register your mini-DIYer for upcoming workshops (registration required). Each workshop ...
- 10:00 am - 1:00 pm
- Location: Lowe's Stores, multiple locations
- Cost: FREE but registration is required
- Website: www.lowes.com
- Category: Free
The City of Palmetto MLK Parade
The City of Palmetto will honor the life and legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. with the annual MLK ...
- 11:00 am - 3:00 pm
- Location: See Description
- Cost: Free to attend
- Website: www.facebook.com
- Category: Free
Sarasota Winter Carnival at The Mall at University Town Center
Sarasota Winter Carnival & Street Food Invasion Get ready for an incredible weekend with hundreds of food options, fun for all ...
- 12:00 pm - 11:00 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
Kiddie Academy of Sarasota Open House
Join us for a fun-filled Open House at Kiddie Academy of Sarasota on Monday, January 19 from 10:00 AM to ...
- 10:00 am - 1:00 pm
- Location: 7290 Canon St. Sarasota, FL 34240
- Cost: FREE
- Website: www.facebook.com
- Category: Free
Free Monday at The Ringling
The Museum of Art, Bayfront Gardens, and Glass Pavilion are free to the public on Mondays. Note: Regular admission pricing ...
- 10:00 am - 5:00 pm
- Location: 5401 Bay Shore Road, Sarasota, FL
- Cost: Free
- Website: www.ringling.org
- Category: Free
Forty Carrots WELCOME TO OUR WORLD®
Bringing a baby into the world can fill our hearts with joy and love, and our minds with questions and ...
- 11:30 am - 12:30 pm
- Location: The Parenting Center at Forty Carrots: 1350 Cattlemen Road, Sarasota, 34232
- Cost: Free
- Website: fortycarrots.com
- Category: Free
Sarasota Winter Carnival at The Mall at University Town Center
Sarasota Winter Carnival & Street Food Invasion Get ready for an incredible weekend with hundreds of food options, fun for all ...
- 12:00 pm - 9:00 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
Workshop: Theatre Fun for Grades K-2 in Wellen Park
This one-day acting workshop is especially for students in grades K-2. They’ll have the chance to explore the actor’s tools ...
- 4:30 pm - 5:30 pm
- Location: 19745 Wellen Park Blvd, Venice, FL 34293
- Cost: Free
- Website: wellenpark.com
- Category: Free
Woodland Church Playgroup
This FREE group meets Tuesday mornings from 9am-11:30am. Everyone will meet in the gym, bounce on the jumpers, play with ...
- 9:00 am - 11:30 am
- Location: Woodland Community Church, 9607 State Road 70 E Bradenton, FL 34202
- Cost: Free
- Website: gowoodland.com
- Category: Free
Forty Carrots PARTNERS IN PLAY® Central Library
Drop in to enjoy special uninterrupted play time with your child in our FREE Partners In Play® (PIP) groups. Meet our ...
- 9:45 am - 10:45 am
- Location: Central Library 1301 1st Ave W, Bradenton, Fl 34205
- Cost: Free
- Website: fortycarrots.com
- Category: Free
Preschool Storytime at Lakewood Ranch Library
Join us for Preschool Storytime, an engaging program designed for children ages 3–5 and their caregivers. Each 45 minute session ...
- 10:00 am - 11:45 am
- Location: Lakewood Ranch Library, 16410 Rangeland Parkway Lakewood Ranch, FL 34211
- Cost: Free
- Website: manateelibrary.libcal.com
- Category: Free
Forty Carrots PARTNERS IN PLAY® North Sarasota 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: North Sarasota Library: 2801 Newtown Blvd, Sarasota, FL 34234
- Cost: Free
- Website: fortycarrots.com
- Category: Free
Forty Carrots PARTNERS IN PLAY® North Port Library
PARTNERS IN PLAY® Drop in to enjoy special uninterrupted play time with your child in our FREE Partners In Play® (PIP) ...
- 10:15 am - 1:00 pm
- Location: North Port Library: 13800 Tamiami Trl, North Port, FL 34287
- Cost: Free
- Website: fortycarrots.com
- Category: Free
Homeschool Hangout at Chick-Fil-A Creekwood
Come hangout and meet new friends while enjoying breakfast or lunch at Chick-fil-A Creekwood.
- 9:30 am - 11:00 am
- Location: 5206 73rd Ln E, Bradenton, FL 34203
- Cost: Free
- Website: www.facebook.com
- Category: Free
Toddler Storytime at Lakewood Ranch Library
Join us at the Lakewood Ranch Library for stories, songs, rhymes, and lots of movement for toddlers ages 18 months ...
- 10:00 am - 11:45 am
- Location: Lakewood Ranch Library, 16410 Rangeland Parkway Lakewood Ranch, FL 34211
- Cost: Free
- Website: lakewoodranch.com
- Category: Free
Forty Carrots PARTNERS IN PLAY® Shannon Staub Library
Enjoy special uninterrupted play time with your child in our FREE Partners In Play® (PIP) groups. Meet our friendly Parenting ...
- 10:15 am - 1:00 pm
- Location: Shannon Staub Library 4675 Career Lane, North Port, Fl 34289
- Cost: Free
- Website: fortycarrots.com
- Category: Free
Forty Carrots PARTNERS IN PLAY® Gulf Gate Library
Enjoy special uninterrupted play time with your child in our FREE Partners In Play® (PIP) groups. Meet our friendly Parenting ...
- 10:15 am - 1:00 pm
- Location: Gulf Gate Library 7112 Curtiss Ave, Sarasota, FL 34231
- Cost: Free
- Website: fortycarrots.com
- Category: Free
Forty Carrots PARTNERS IN PLAY® Jacaranda Public Library
PARTNERS IN PLAY® Drop in to enjoy special uninterrupted play time with your child in our FREE Partners In Play® (PIP) ...
- 10:15 am - 1:00 pm
- Location: Jacaranda Library: 4143 Woodmere Park Blvd, Venice, FL 34293
- Cost: Free
- Website: fortycarrots.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
Forty Carrots PARTNERS IN PLAY® Selby Library
Enjoy special uninterrupted play time with your child in our FREE Partners In Play® (PIP) groups. Meet our friendly Parenting ...
- 10:15 am - 1:00 pm
- Location: Selby Library 1331 First St., Sarasota, FL 34236
- Cost: Free
- Website: fortycarrots.com
- Category: Free
Forty Carrots PARTNERS IN PLAY® Gulf Gate Library
Enjoy special uninterrupted play time with your child in our FREE Partners In Play® (PIP) groups. Meet our friendly Parenting ...
- 10:15 am - 1:00 pm
- Location: Gulf Gate Library 7112 Curtiss Ave, Sarasota, FL 34231
- Cost: Free
- Website: fortycarrots.com
- Category: Free
Kids Night at Plaza Mexico Restaurant
Join us for Kids Night at Plaza de Toro Mexico in Sarasota every Thursday from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. ...
- 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm
- Location: Plaza Mexico Restaurant, 1894 Stickney Point Road, Sarasota, FL
- Cost: Free
- Website: facebook.com
- Category: Free
Better Together Moms Meetup with A Ray of Hope
If you have been wanting to try a group, this is a great place to start! It normally will be ...
- 6:30 pm - 8:30 pm
- Location: Panera Bread, 8980 US-301 Unit 102, Parrish, FL 34219
- Cost: Free
- Website: www.facebook.com
- Category: Free
Free Choice Friday at Lakewood Ranch Library
Free Choice Friday Unleash your child’s creativity with materials designed for children ages 18 months–7 years old and their caregivers! Every ...
- 9:00 am - 11:00 am
- Location: Lakewood Ranch Library, 16410 Rangeland Pkwy, Bradenton, FL 34211
- Cost: Free
- Website: manateelibrary.libcal.com
- Category: Free
Forty Carrots PARTNERS IN PLAY® at Braden River Library
Drop in to enjoy a special uninterrupted playtime with your child in our FREE Partners In Play® (PIP) groups. Meet ...
- 9:45 am - 10:45 am
- Location: Braden River Library, 4915 53rd Avenue East, Bradenton, FL 34203
- Cost: Free
- Website: fortycarrots.com
- Category: Free
Soar in 4 StoryTime at The Soar Lab
Soar in 4 StoryTime is held twice a month at Manatee County Public Library locations, families participate in a read ...
- 10:00 am - 10:30 am
- Location: The Soar Lab 6423 9th St E, Bradenton, FL 34203
- Cost: Free
- Website: soarin4.org
- Category: Free
Forty Carrots Lactation Loop
Join us at the Lactation Loop at Forty Carrots! Whether you’re breastfeeding or bottle feeding, we are here to support ...
- 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
Forty Carrots PARTNERS IN PLAY® Anna Maria Island Library
PARTNERS IN PLAY® Drop in to enjoy special uninterrupted play time with your child in our FREE Partners In Play® (PIP) ...
- 10:00 am - 11:00 am
- Location: Anna Maria Island Library: 5701 Marina Drive Holmes Beach, FL
- Cost: Free
- Website: fortycarrots.com
- Category: Free
Run & Walk Club for All at The Bay
Whether you're a seasoned runner, a daily walker or just getting started, this weekly Run & Walk Club for All ...
- 7:30 am - 8:30 am
- Location: 1055 Boulevard of the Arts, Sarasota, FL 34236
- 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 discovery. Walk the grounds ...
- 9:00 am - 12:00 pm
- Location: 840 99th St NW Bradenton, FL 34209
- Cost: Free
- Website: www.mymanatee.org
- Category: Free
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, ...
- 9:00 am - 2:00 pm
- Location: 400 Old Main St, Bradenton
- Cost: Free
- Website: www.realizebradenton.com
- Category: Free
Florida Flames Lax Free Clinic
• Join us for FREE "Learn to Lax" Clinics! • Open to current players and others who are interested in trying ...
- 9:00 am - 10:30 am
- Location: Sarasota High School Turf Field 2155 Bahia Vista St, Sarasota, FL 34239
- Cost: Free
- Website: www.flameslacrosse.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
New Year’s Market & Mystical Creature Winter Art Walk at the Meadows Farmers Market
We’re kicking off the new year BIG with unforgettable community vibes. January 25th, 2026 | Sunday | 10 AM – ...
- 10:00 am - 2:00 pm
- Location: 5041 Ringwood Meadow, Bldg G, Sarasota, FL 34235
- Cost: Free admission, $20 Per Kid Tea Craft Package
- Website: www.facebook.com
- Category: Free
Coquina Beach Seafood and Music Festival
Kick off the new year with sand between your toes and flavor on your plate at the Coquina Beach Party ...
- 11:00 am - 6:00 pm
- Location: Coquina Beach, 1300 Gulf Dr S, Bradenton Beach, FL 34217
- Cost: Free Admission
- Website: www.paragonfestivals.com
- Category: Free
Baby Storytime at Lakewood Ranch Library
Join us at the Lakewood Ranch Library for Baby Storytime! This program is designed for our youngest library visitors—babies from ...
- 10:00 am - 11:45 am
- Location: Lakewood Ranch Library, 16410 Rangeland Parkway Lakewood Ranch, FL 34211
- Cost: Free
- Website: lakewoodranch.com
- Category: Free
Free Monday at The Ringling
The Museum of Art, Bayfront Gardens, and Glass Pavilion are free to the public on Mondays. Note: Regular admission pricing ...
- 10:00 am - 5:00 pm
- Location: 5401 Bay Shore Road, Sarasota, FL
- Cost: Free
- Website: www.ringling.org
- Category: Free
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 - 1:00 pm
- 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 - 1:00 pm
- Location: Elsie Quirk Library 100 W Dearborn St, Englewood, FL 34223
- Cost: Free
- Website: fortycarrots.com
- Category: Free
Forty Carrots WELCOME TO OUR WORLD®
Bringing a baby into the world can fill our hearts with joy and love, and our minds with questions and ...
- 11:30 am - 12:30 pm
- Location: The Parenting Center at Forty Carrots: 1350 Cattlemen Road, Sarasota, 34232
- Cost: Free
- Website: fortycarrots.com
- Category: Free
Woodland Church Playgroup
This FREE group meets Tuesday mornings from 9am-11:30am. Everyone will meet in the gym, bounce on the jumpers, play with ...
- 9:00 am - 11:30 am
- Location: Woodland Community Church, 9607 State Road 70 E Bradenton, FL 34202
- Cost: Free
- Website: gowoodland.com
- Category: Free
Forty Carrots PARTNERS IN PLAY® Central Library
Drop in to enjoy special uninterrupted play time with your child in our FREE Partners In Play® (PIP) groups. Meet our ...
- 9:45 am - 10:45 am
- Location: Central Library 1301 1st Ave W, Bradenton, Fl 34205
- Cost: Free
- Website: fortycarrots.com
- Category: Free
Preschool Storytime at Lakewood Ranch Library
Join us for Preschool Storytime, an engaging program designed for children ages 3–5 and their caregivers. Each 45 minute session ...
- 10:00 am - 11:45 am
- Location: Lakewood Ranch Library, 16410 Rangeland Parkway Lakewood Ranch, FL 34211
- Cost: Free
- Website: manateelibrary.libcal.com
- Category: Free
Forty Carrots PARTNERS IN PLAY® North Sarasota 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: North Sarasota Library: 2801 Newtown Blvd, Sarasota, FL 34234
- Cost: Free
- Website: fortycarrots.com
- Category: Free
Forty Carrots PARTNERS IN PLAY® North Port Library
PARTNERS IN PLAY® Drop in to enjoy special uninterrupted play time with your child in our FREE Partners In Play® (PIP) ...
- 10:15 am - 1:00 pm
- Location: North Port Library: 13800 Tamiami Trl, North Port, FL 34287
- Cost: Free
- Website: fortycarrots.com
- Category: Free
Toddler Storytime at Lakewood Ranch Library
Join us at the Lakewood Ranch Library for stories, songs, rhymes, and lots of movement for toddlers ages 18 months ...
- 10:00 am - 11:45 am
- Location: Lakewood Ranch Library, 16410 Rangeland Parkway Lakewood Ranch, FL 34211
- Cost: Free
- Website: lakewoodranch.com
- Category: Free
Toddler Storytime at Wellen Park
Toddler Storytime at Wellen Park: Starting January 14th Join us every other Wednesday for a fun, interactive Storytime filled with ...
- 10:00 am
- Location: 19745 Wellen Park Blvd, Venice, FL 34293
- Cost: Free
- Website: wellenpark.com
- Category: Free
Forty Carrots PARTNERS IN PLAY® Shannon Staub Library
Enjoy special uninterrupted play time with your child in our FREE Partners In Play® (PIP) groups. Meet our friendly Parenting ...
- 10:15 am - 1:00 pm
- Location: Shannon Staub Library 4675 Career Lane, North Port, Fl 34289
- Cost: Free
- Website: fortycarrots.com
- Category: Free
Forty Carrots PARTNERS IN PLAY® Gulf Gate Library
Enjoy special uninterrupted play time with your child in our FREE Partners In Play® (PIP) groups. Meet our friendly Parenting ...
- 10:15 am - 1:00 pm
- Location: Gulf Gate Library 7112 Curtiss Ave, Sarasota, FL 34231
- Cost: Free
- Website: fortycarrots.com
- Category: Free
Forty Carrots PARTNERS IN PLAY® Jacaranda Public Library
PARTNERS IN PLAY® Drop in to enjoy special uninterrupted play time with your child in our FREE Partners In Play® (PIP) ...
- 10:15 am - 1:00 pm
- Location: Jacaranda Library: 4143 Woodmere Park Blvd, Venice, FL 34293
- Cost: Free
- Website: fortycarrots.com
- Category: Free
FIT4Mom Park Playdate at Waterside Playground
Park Playdate! 9am waterside playground.
- 9:00 am - 10:00 am
- Location: 7500 Island Cove Terrace, Sarasota, FL 34240
- Cost: Free
- Website: lakewoodranch-sarasota.fit4mom.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
Ima and Me Morning Meet Up at Chabad of Sarasota
Calling All Moms! Join other moms at Chabad of Sarasota for a fantastic opportunity to get out with your little one ...
- 9:30 am - 10:30 am
- Location: Chabad of Sarasota, 7700 Beneva Road, Sarasota FL
- Cost: Free
- Website: www.sarasotachabad.com
- Category: Free
Forty Carrots PARTNERS IN PLAY® Selby Library
Enjoy special uninterrupted play time with your child in our FREE Partners In Play® (PIP) groups. Meet our friendly Parenting ...
- 10:15 am - 1:00 pm
- Location: Selby Library 1331 First St., Sarasota, FL 34236
- Cost: Free
- Website: fortycarrots.com
- Category: Free
Forty Carrots PARTNERS IN PLAY® Gulf Gate Library
Enjoy special uninterrupted play time with your child in our FREE Partners In Play® (PIP) groups. Meet our friendly Parenting ...
- 10:15 am - 1:00 pm
- Location: Gulf Gate Library 7112 Curtiss Ave, Sarasota, FL 34231
- Cost: Free
- Website: fortycarrots.com
- Category: Free
Free Choice Friday at Lakewood Ranch Library
Free Choice Friday Unleash your child’s creativity with materials designed for children ages 18 months–7 years old and their caregivers! Every ...
- 9:00 am - 11:00 am
- Location: Lakewood Ranch Library, 16410 Rangeland Pkwy, Bradenton, FL 34211
- Cost: Free
- Website: manateelibrary.libcal.com
- Category: Free
Forty Carrots PARTNERS IN PLAY® at Braden River Library
Drop in to enjoy a special uninterrupted playtime with your child in our FREE Partners In Play® (PIP) groups. Meet ...
- 9:45 am - 10:45 am
- Location: Braden River Library, 4915 53rd Avenue East, Bradenton, FL 34203
- Cost: Free
- Website: fortycarrots.com
- Category: Free
Forty Carrots PARTNERS IN PLAY® Anna Maria Island Library
PARTNERS IN PLAY® Drop in to enjoy special uninterrupted play time with your child in our FREE Partners In Play® (PIP) ...
- 10:00 am - 11:00 am
- Location: Anna Maria Island Library: 5701 Marina Drive Holmes Beach, FL
- Cost: Free
- Website: fortycarrots.com
- Category: Free
Forty Carrots Lactation Loop
Join us at the Lactation Loop at Forty Carrots! Whether you’re breastfeeding or bottle feeding, we are here to support ...
- 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
Forty Carrots PARTNERS IN PLAY® Shannon Staub Library
PARTNERS IN PLAY® Drop in to enjoy special uninterrupted play time with your child in our FREE Partners In Play® (PIP) ...
- 10:15 am - 1:00 pm
- Location: Shannon Staub Library: 4675 Career Lane, North Port, Fl 34289
- Cost: Free
- Website: fortycarrots.com
- Category: Free
Run & Walk Club for All at The Bay
Whether you're a seasoned runner, a daily walker or just getting started, this weekly Run & Walk Club for All ...
- 7:30 am - 8:30 am
- Location: 1055 Boulevard of the Arts, Sarasota, FL 34236
- 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 discovery. Walk the grounds ...
- 9:00 am - 12:00 pm
- Location: 840 99th St NW Bradenton, FL 34209
- Cost: Free
- Website: www.mymanatee.org
- Category: Free
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, ...
- 9:00 am - 2:00 pm
- Location: 400 Old Main St, Bradenton
- Cost: Free
- Website: www.realizebradenton.com
- Category: Free
Try Lacrosse with North River Lacrosse
Thinking about trying Lacrosse or looking for a new sport? Come out and join the Bulls for our Try Lacrosse for ...
- 9:30 am - 10:30 am
- Location: Parrish Charter Academy, 8605 Erie Rd, Parrish, FL 34219
- 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
