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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Parrish United Methodist Church Food Pantry Backpack Distribution

On August 1st, 2026 Our food pantry will have a limited amount of backpacks with school supplies for children ages ...

  • 8:00 am - 10:00 am
  • Location: Parrish United Methodist Church, 12180 US 301 N, Parrish, FL 34219
  • 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

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

Back To School Bash at Sky Academy

Join us on August 1st from 10AM–12PM and get everything your student needs for the new school year—completely FREE! (Englewood residents—please ...

  • 10:00 am - 12:00 pm
  • Location: 871 S River Rd, Englewood, FL 34223
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Free

Florida Blue Center Back to School: Mission Ready

Blast off into a stellar school year with Florida Blue! Join us for an out-of-this-world, family-friendly event featuring FREE school ...

Summer Sunday Fundays in First Kids at First Sarasota

FREE Summer Sunday Fundays in First Kids First Kids | June 7 – August 9 | Ages 3 – 5th Grade ...

Back to School Bash at Gulf Coast Church

Back to School Bash! Join us Sunday, August 2 in the Plaza! Come pick up the school supplies your children need and ...

  • 10:00 am - 12:00 pm
  • Location: 1616 59th St W Bradenton
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Free

Back to School Bash at Triumphant Church

ONE DAY. ONE STOP. EVERYTHING YOUR KIDS NEED FOR SCHOOL. FREE. Free supplies. Free food. Bounce houses. Haircuts. Eye exams. Hearing ...

  • 4:00 pm - 6:00 pm
  • Location: 1200 71st St NW, Bradenton, FL, 34209
  • 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

Bayside Community Church Summer of Fun Kids Empire

Get ready for a day full of fun, laughter, and play! Join us for our Kid Play Day at Kids ...

  • 10:00 am - 2:00 pm
  • Location: Kids Empire 701 Cortez Rd W Bradenton, FL 34207
  • Cost: Kids $14 | Adults Free | Babies Free
  • Website: bayside.churchcenter.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 - 12:15 pm
  • Location: The Flock SRQ: 1977 Brother Geenen Way, Sarasota, FL 34236
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: theflocksrq.com
  • Category: Free

Summer Learning: Booked Up Road Trip at Palmetto Branch Library

Join us this summer for The Booked-Up Road Trip! Travel across the United States as you read a curated list ...

Drop-In Art at Palmetto Branch Library

Looking for a creative way to unwind? Stop by the library anytime between 5:30 and 7:00PM for Drop-In Art! Each ...

Parenting Matters Musical Motion at The Roots Health Center

We’re so excited to partner with Parenting Matters again, to bring Musical Motion to our community!

  • 10:00 am - 11:00 am
  • Location: 8209 Natures Way #115, Bradenton, FL 34202
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Free

Little Makers on the Manatee: Community Art Fair

Join us for our very first Little Makers on the Manatee, a creative community celebration designed especially for young artists ...

  • 5:00 pm - 7:00 pm
  • Location: Whiskey Joe's Bar & Grill, 5313 19th St, Ellenton, FL
  • Cost: Free to attend
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Free

Curious and Kind Education ReWild Free Trial Class

Come experience a ReWild Mini class! art project wild skill workshop play a forest game You will also meet the team, see the forest ...

  • 5:00 pm - 6:00 pm
  • Location: Curious and Kind Education, 3023 Proctor Rd, Sarasota, FL
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Free

MomWalk x Deeply Rooted Homeschool & Sand and Sun Sensory Playdate

Join us for a MomWalk & Playdate. Our walk is sponsored by Deeply Rooted Homeschool and Sand and Sun Sensory ...

Mangrove School of Sarasota Come Craft with Us

Free and open to all but you must register: https://calendly.com/.../mangrove-school-come-craft-with... Each Wednesday morning, from 9:30 -11:00 we will host a FREE nature ...

  • 9:30 am - 11:00 am
  • Location: Mangrove School of Sarasota, 7225 Lockwood Ridge Rd, Sarasota, FL 34243
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Free

Books and Bubbles at The Flock SRQ - Local Author Nicole Kottstorfer

Free Local Author Books and Bubbles with Nicole Kottstorfer. A story to nurture hope, resilience and kindness. Welcome to "Books and ...

  • 4:00 pm
  • Location: The Flock SRQ, 1977 Brother Geenen Way, Sarasota, FL 34236
  • Cost: Free, Optional Play $10
  • Website: theflocksrq.com
  • Category: Free

Back to School Blast at The Salvation Army Sarasota County

Food, fun, haircuts, school supplies, backpacks and more...

  • 5:00 pm - 7:00 pm
  • Location: The Salvation Army, 1701 S. Tuttle Avenue, Sarasota, FL
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Free

Soar in 4 Monthly Family Night at The Bishop Museum

Join Soar in 4 at The Bishop Museum for an evening of family learning and fun. Soar in 4 events ...

  • 5:30 pm - 7:00 pm
  • Location: The Bishop Museum of Science and Nature, 210 10th St West, Bradenton, FL 34205
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: soarin4.org
  • 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

MOD Pizza Back to School Bash

Join us Wednesday, August 6th for our 2nd Annual Back to School Bash at MOD Pizza! - Fun crafts & games - ...

  • 10:30 am - 10:00 pm
  • Location: MOD Pizza, 13220 State Rd 64, Bradenton, FL 34212
  • Cost: Free
  • Category: Free
  • 5:30 pm - 7:00 pm
  • Location: Manatee Learning Academy, 6210 17th Avenue West, Bradenton, FL
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: www.facebook.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

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

The Mom Walk Collective & Splash Pad x Sweet Street Kids Dentistry

Join us for a MomWalk & Playdate. Our walk is sponsored by Sweet Treat Kids Dentistry and She Brews Blessing ...

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

Free Premiere Soccer Experience at Braden River Soccer Club

Join us for a FREE Premier Soccer Experience and see what makes Premier FC different! Boys & Girls | U7–U19 Whether you’re ...

  • 6:00 pm - 7:30 pm
  • Location: SWFL Lakewood Ranch Park. 5490 Lakewood Ranch Blvd, Bradenton, FL
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Free

The Children's Garden Sprout Squad - Peas in a Pod Planting Activity at the Sarasota Farmers Market

The Sarasota Children’s Garden is back at the Sarasota Farmers Market! Join our Sprout Squad for a fun morning of ...

  • 8:00 am - 12:00 pm
  • Location: Sarasota Farmers Market, 1490 Main St, Sarasota, FL 34236
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Free

Badges & Backpacks at Sarasota City YMCA

Join the Sarasota Police Department for a day of fun before school starts. Our annual Badges and Backpacks returns Saturday, ...

  • 8:00 am - 1:00 pm
  • Location: Sarasota City YMCA, 1075 S. Euclid Ave, FL 34237
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Free

New Paddler Day at NBP

NBP Paddling is hosting a NEW PADDLER DAY- Saturday, Aug 8 at 830am for ages 11-80 Give Dragon Boating a try! ...

  • 8:30 am
  • Location: Nathan Benderson Park, 5851 Nathan Benderson Cir Sarasota, FL 34235
  • 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

Back to School Bash at the Mall at UTC

The Back to School Bash at The Mall at University Town Center is Presented by the Little Gym Sarasota! Date: August ...

  • 10:00 am - 2:00 pm
  • Location: The Mall at University Town Center, 140 University Town Center Dr Sarasota, FL 34243
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: www.eventbrite.com
  • Category: Free

Summer Sunday Fundays in First Kids at First Sarasota

FREE Summer Sunday Fundays in First Kids First Kids | June 7 – August 9 | Ages 3 – 5th Grade ...

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 ...

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

Parenting Matters Musical Motion at Oneco Hope Methodist Church

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: Oneco Hope Methodist Church, 2112 53rd Ave E, Bradenton, FL. 34203
  • Cost: One time $10 enrollment fee.
  • Website: parentingmattersfl.org
  • 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 - 12:15 pm
  • Location: The Flock SRQ: 1977 Brother Geenen Way, Sarasota, FL 34236
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: theflocksrq.com
  • Category: Free

Parenting Matters Musical Motion at Central Library

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

  • 12:30 pm - 1:30 pm
  • Location: Central Library: 1301 1st Avenue W, Bradenton, FL
  • Cost: One time $10 enrollment fee.
  • Website: parentingmattersfl.org
  • Category: Free

Parenting Matters Musical Motion at Peace Presbyterian Church

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: Peace Presbyterian Church, 12705 SR 64 E, Lakewood Ranch, FL. 34212
  • Cost: One time $10 enrollment fee.
  • Website: parentingmattersfl.org
  • Category: Free

Sarasota Young Voices Singer Interviews

Does your child love to sing? With choirs for singers ages 8-18, Sarasota Young Voices has a choir for your ...

  • 5:00 pm - 7:00 pm
  • Location: Harvest United Methodist Church, 14305 Covenant Way, Lakewood Ranch, Florida 34202
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Free

Turf City SRQ Grand Opening

The wait is OVER! Join us for our Grand Opening Event on Tuesday, August 11th from 5:30–7:30 PM! Soccer Skills Activities, ...

  • 5:30 pm - 7:30 pm
  • Location: Turf City SRQ, 7321 Trade Court, Sarasota, FL 34240
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Free

Parenting Matters Musical Motion at Trinity United Methodist Church

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

  • 9:30 am - 10:30 am
  • Location: Trinity United Methodist Church, 3200 Manatee Ave W, Bradenton, FL 34205
  • Cost: One time $10 enrollment fee.
  • Website: parentingmattersfl.org
  • Category: Free

The Mom Walk Collective x Silky Babes Co. and Oak & Ray Boutique

MomWalk x Silky Babes Co. and Oak & Ray Boutique

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

Parenting Matters Musical Motion at Music Compound

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 pm
  • Location: Music Compound ,775 Bell Road, Sarasota, FL
  • Cost: One time $10 enrollment fee.
  • Website: parentingmattersfl.org
  • 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

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

The Mom Walk Collective Children's Theatre x Stories on Stage Playdate

Designed for children ages 0 to 2 and their caregivers, this interactive experience invites families to explore storytelling through playful, ...

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

Parenting Matters Musical Motion at South Manatee Branch Library

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

  • 10:15 am - 11:15 am
  • Location: South Manatee Branch Library, 6081 26th Street W, Bradenton, FL
  • Cost: One time $10 enrollment fee
  • Website: parentingmattersfl.org
  • Category: Free

Parenting Matters Musical Motion at Little Discovery Center

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

  • 12:30 pm - 1:30 pm
  • Location: Little Discovery Center, 321 15th St W., Bradenton, FL
  • Cost: One time $10 enrollment fee
  • Website: parentingmattersfl.org
  • Category: Free

Back to School Bash - Homeschool Edition at Music Compound

Get ready for an awesome Back to School Bash just for homeschoolers! Join us at Music Compound for fun activities, ...

  • 9:00 am - 12:00 pm
  • Location: Music Compound, 775 Bell Road, Sarasota, FL
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: www.eventbrite.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

Parenting Matters Musical Motion at Step Up Suncoast

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: Step Up Suncoast, 6428 Parkland Dr., Sarasota, FL 34243
  • Cost: One time $10 enrollment fee
  • Website: parentingmattersfl.org
  • Category: Free

Manatee County Youth Rowing Learn to Row at Ft. Hamer Park

No experience needed. Come meet our team and try out a new sport!

  • 8:00 am - 10:00 am
  • Location: Ft. Hamer Park, 1605 Fort Hamer Rd, Parrish, FL
  • 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

Sarasota BMX Homeroots Open House

Grab a bite, check out our BMX gear, and stick around to learn what it takes to ride a BMX ...

  • 9:00 am - 2:00 pm
  • Location: Sarasota BMX Track, 1590 N Tuttle Ave, Sarasota, FL 34237
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: www.facebook.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

Limelight Market at The Bazaar on Apricot & Lime

Every 3rd Saturday we open the courtyard up for guest vendors, doggies looking for homes, live music, and so much ...

  • 10:00 am - 3:00 pm
  • Location: The Bazaar on Apricot & Lime: 821 Apricot Avenue, Sarasota, FL 34237
  • Cost: Free Admission
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Free

Parrish Park Summerfest

Parrish Park Summerfest returns on August 16, from 10 a.m. - 3 p.m. Last year was amazing, and we're working ...

  • 10:00 am - 3:00 pm
  • Location: Parrish Community Park, 7550 Fort Hamer Rd, Parrish, FL 34219
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Free

Back to School Water Day Hosted by SipNBrew

End summer with us at our Back 2 School Water Day! SipnPlay Hosted By SipnBrew FREE EVENT Join us for a ...

  • 9:00 am - 12:00 pm
  • Location: Nathan Benderson Park - Crew Cove Patio, 5851 Nathan Benderson Cir, Sarasota, FL 34235
  • Cost: Free to Attend
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Free

Parenting Matters Musical Motion at Oneco Hope Methodist Church

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: Oneco Hope Methodist Church, 2112 53rd Ave E, Bradenton, FL. 34203
  • Cost: One time $10 enrollment fee.
  • Website: parentingmattersfl.org
  • 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

Parenting Matters Musical Motion at Peace Presbyterian Church

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: Peace Presbyterian Church, 12705 SR 64 E, Lakewood Ranch, FL. 34212
  • Cost: One time $10 enrollment fee.
  • Website: parentingmattersfl.org
  • 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® Central 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: Central Library, 1301 1st Ave W, Bradenton, Fl 34205
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: fortycarrots.com
  • Category: Free

Forty Carrots PARTNERS IN PLAY® South Manatee Library

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

  • 12:15 pm - 1:15 pm
  • Location: South Manatee Library: 6081 26th Street West Bradenton, FL
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: fortycarrots.com
  • Category: Free

Forty Carrots PARTNERS IN PLAY® Palmetto Library

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

  • 12:30 pm - 1:30 pm
  • Location: Palmetto Library: 923 6th St W, Palmetto, FL 34221 ·
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: fortycarrots.com
  • Category: Free

Palmetto Library Garden Club

Join us at the Palmetto Branch in our Learning Garden filled with Florida native plants to help maintain, prune, and ...

Parenting Matters Musical Motion at Trinity United Methodist Church

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

  • 9:30 am - 10:30 am
  • Location: Trinity United Methodist Church, 3200 Manatee Ave W, Bradenton, FL 34205
  • Cost: One time $10 enrollment fee.
  • Website: parentingmattersfl.org
  • Category: Free

Parenting Matters Musical Motion at Music Compound

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 pm
  • Location: Music Compound ,775 Bell Road, Sarasota, FL
  • Cost: One time $10 enrollment fee.
  • Website: parentingmattersfl.org
  • Category: Free

Baby Play at Community Day

Bring your little learner for a morning packed with laughter, learning and community. We have designed a magical experience tailored ...

  • 10:00 am - 11:30 am
  • Location: Community Day School, 4335 Wilkinson Rd., Sarasota
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: www.facebook.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 - 11:15 am
  • 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

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

Homeschool Third Thursday at The Ringling

On the third Thursday of the month, join The Ringling for a FREE hands-on learning program, designed for homeschooling families ...

  • 10:00 am - 12:00 pm
  • Location: The Ringling Museum, 5401 Bay Shore Road Sarasota, FL 34243
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: www.ringling.org
  • 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 - 11:15 am
  • 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 - 11:15 am
  • 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

Parenting Matters Musical Motion at Step Up Suncoast

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: Step Up Suncoast, 6428 Parkland Dr., Sarasota, FL 34243
  • Cost: One time $10 enrollment fee
  • Website: parentingmattersfl.org
  • 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® at Braden River Library

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

  • 10:15 am - 11:15 am
  • Location: Braden River Library, 4915 53rd Avenue East, Bradenton, FL 34203
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: fortycarrots.com
  • Category: Free

Family Fit Day at ISI Elite Training

FAMILY FIT DAY Bring the whole crew! Join us this Saturday, August 22 at 9 AM for a FREE Family ...

  • 9:00 am - 10:00 am
  • Location: ISI Elite Training, 1900 Lakewood Ranch Blvd. Unit 110, Sarasota, FL
  • 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

Sarasota County Fire Department Station 8 Open House

Join the Sarasota County Fire Department during our monthly free community events! Open Houses are held on the below listed ...

  • 9:00 am - 1:00 pm
  • Location: Station 8, 840 Apex Rd, Sarasota.
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: www.scgov.net
  • Category: Free

Experience Week at Sarasota Ballet School

School Fall 2026 Experience Week RSVP Join Us for Our Experience Week - August 17-22 Come take a FREE class, tour the ...

  • 9:30 am - 12:25 pm
  • Location: Sarasota Ballet School, 1400 Boulevard of the Arts, Sarasota, FL 34243
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: www.sarasotaballet.org
  • 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

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

Parenting Matters Musical Motion at Oneco Hope Methodist Church

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: Oneco Hope Methodist Church, 2112 53rd Ave E, Bradenton, FL. 34203
  • 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 - 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

Parenting Matters Musical Motion at Peace Presbyterian Church

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: Peace Presbyterian Church, 12705 SR 64 E, Lakewood Ranch, FL. 34212
  • Cost: One time $10 enrollment fee.
  • Website: parentingmattersfl.org
  • 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 - 11:15 am
  • Location: North Port Library: 13800 Tamiami Trl, North Port, FL 34287
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: fortycarrots.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 ...

  • 10:15 am - 11:15 am
  • Location: Central Library, 1301 1st Ave W, Bradenton, Fl 34205
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: fortycarrots.com
  • Category: Free

Forty Carrots PARTNERS IN PLAY® North Port Library

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

  • 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm
  • Location: North Port Library, 13800 Tamiami Trl, North Port, FL 34287
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: fortycarrots.com
  • Category: Free

Parenting Matters Musical Motion at Trinity United Methodist Church

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

  • 9:30 am - 10:30 am
  • Location: Trinity United Methodist Church, 3200 Manatee Ave W, Bradenton, FL 34205
  • Cost: One time $10 enrollment fee.
  • Website: parentingmattersfl.org
  • Category: Free

The Mom Walk Collective Busy Bee Society Playdate

Busy Bee Society Playdate (30 Kids Max.)

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

Parenting Matters Musical Motion at Music Compound

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 pm
  • Location: Music Compound ,775 Bell Road, Sarasota, FL
  • Cost: One time $10 enrollment fee.
  • Website: parentingmattersfl.org
  • Category: Free

Space Exploration Discovery Day at Tailored Minds Academy

Launch into curiosity with us as we navigate the solar system through hands-on astronaut training, rocket launch simulation, and more! We’re ...

  • 10:00 am - 1:00 pm
  • Location: 5104 N Lockwood Ridge, suite 101, Sarasota, FL 34212
  • 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

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® at the Desoto County 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: Desoto County Library, 125 N. Hillsborough Avenue, Arcadia, FL 34266
  • 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 - 11:15 am
  • Location: Gulf Gate Library 7112 Curtiss Ave, Sarasota, FL 34231
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: fortycarrots.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 - 11:15 am
  • Location: Selby Library 1331 First St., Sarasota, FL 34236
  • 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

Parenting Matters Musical Motion at Step Up Suncoast

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: Step Up Suncoast, 6428 Parkland Dr., Sarasota, FL 34243
  • Cost: One time $10 enrollment fee
  • Website: parentingmattersfl.org
  • 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® 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 - 11:15 am
  • Location: North Port Library: 13800 Tamiami Trl, North Port, FL 34287
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: fortycarrots.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

Imagination Installation: a Family Celebration of Arts and Learning with the Sarasota Performing Arts Foundation

Celebrate the new school year with FREE art, music, movement, books, giveaways, and hands-on family fun for PreK–5th grade! Join Sarasota ...

Find Your Village - Homeschool Community Fair

We are partnering with Cheyanne Cleyman and the team at AskKoa to host Find Your Village — Bradenton, right here ...

  • 10:00 am - 12:00 pm
  • Location: Bethel Church, 1805 30th Avenue W, Bradenton, FL
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Free

Children's Art Classes Open House

Come and meet us, learn about our curriculum, and tour our studio!

Back to School Bash at The Playground at First United Methodist Church Sarasota

Join us on our brand-new playground to celebrate the start of a new school year! Fun, games, and a cookout! ...

  • 10:00 am - 12:00 pm
  • Location: The Playground at First United Methodist Church Sarasota, 104 S. Pineapple Ave., Sarasota, FL 34236
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: www.firstsrq.com
  • Category: Free

One Way Family Church Family and Friends Sunday

Join us for a fun-filled and life-changing Family & Friends Sunday! Bring your family, invite your friends, and enjoy a special ...

  • 10:15 am - 1:00 pm
  • Location: 3855 Pro Am Avenue E., Bradenton, FL. 34203
  • Cost: Free with Registration
  • Website: www.eventbrite.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

Parenting Matters Musical Motion at Oneco Hope Methodist Church

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: Oneco Hope Methodist Church, 2112 53rd Ave E, Bradenton, FL. 34203
  • 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 - 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
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