SARASOTA NEW YEARS EVE ILLUMINATION PARTY The most anticipated party of the year is right around the corner....NEW YEARS EVE! Full Moon Promotions is hosting THE Sarasota New Years Eve Party at Sarasota Municipal Aud to ring in 2019 for their third year

This year's Thanksgiving Eve, indulge in fun with all the trimmings. Get a break from the family, or bring them with you. Our fully guided, turkey themed 4-bar fun tour starts at 6pm, Bars will be announced soon.

The 33rd Annual Sarasota Holiday Boat Parade of Lights will be held on Saturday December 08, 2018 beginning at 6:00 p.m. The best areas for viewing are Marina Jack Restaurant, Bay front Park, City Island and Centennial Park.

The Chalk Festival is a pavement art event where spectators get to meet and watch the most renowned pavement artists from around the world, as they turn the pavement into a "Museum in Motion" using chalk to create oversized masterpieces & 3D illusions

Shabby Chic Vintage Market and Artisan Day events are growing fast and has become one of the most unique shopping events in Tampa Bay. Each location is different and also brings its own unique crowd of attendees.

Mark you calendars for the 2018 Manatee River Holiday Boat Parade!

The 33rd Annual Sarasota Holiday Boat Parade of Lights will be held on Saturday December 08, 2018 beginning at 6:00 p.m. The best areas for viewing are Marina Jack Restaurant, Bay front Park, City Island and Centennial Park.

Get ready for family fun at the annual Night Before Christmas event at GT Bray! Santa will be visiting the park to meet with all the children. The event will include face painting, bounce house, snow, hayrides, and much more.

Organizers are expecting a full house and, based on last year’s attendance numbers, are urging guests to get their tickets before the event sells out.

Downtown Sarasota's Tree Lighting will take place at Five Points Park from 6:00 p.m. to 9:00 pm.

Enjoy a beautiful Thanksgiving morning run or walk over the Ringling Bridge with state of the art chip timing, breathable tech shirts and a wonderful post race party.

Grilled foods will be available for purchase from the Michael’s on East grill including cash bar. The venue will also be open with its full menu. Lights In Bloom has become a tradition for residents and visitors to celebrate the holiday season.

To present a broad spectrum of the world's finest performing artists in order to meet the diverse cultural needs of all of Southwest Florida's residents and visitors. There's music which feels your ear good to hear. Nice events! Be there!

Westfield Siesta Key presents Unplugged, our twice weekly music series!

Campus Conversations: RAP The Poetry of Hip-Hop by New College: The Andrew A. Mellon Foundation Grant

Join the Sarasota Herald-Tribune Toastmasters and the Herald Advanced Toastmasters as we celebrate the accomplishments of our members and our clubs at a Fall Feast and Fun-raiser at Primo! Ristorante!

To support the Mayors’ Feed the Hungry Program, the Orioles will collect non-perishable food items at Ed Smith Stadium beginning on Monday, November 5, and will host the charity’s Thanksgiving Sorting Day at the ballpark on Friday, November 16, 2018.

Englewood Beach Waterfest Block Party

1st Annual WCR Manatee Hoedown by Women's Council of Realtors Manatee Network

Emerge Sarasota is proud to announce our inaugural fundraiser gala— Lavish Lagniappe.  This festive night will transport attendees into the heart of New Orleans. Become immersed in the sights, sounds, flavors, and atmosphere of the iconic French Quarter.

Take Stock in Children of Manatee County launches an innovative Workforce Initiative supported by a bold, new Corporate Partnership Program to benefit our scholars and community.

Southwest Florida one night only Ally Venabler will be performing at 2 Brother's Live.

ABOUT THE ARTIST & SHOW: The Masons are a high-energy husband/wife duo delivering a toe-tappin' show of original songs, songs that you "forgot you knew", and some twists on popular favorites!