Bradenton & Sarasota Events & Things to Do

Moment by moment, death is approaching. Are you ready? Day by day, we are facing the suffering of aging and illness. Are you facing it with courage and patience? Join Buddhist Master Anyen Rinpoche for teachings on how to take aging, illness and suffering

Cecile's work is found in numerous collections in the United States and Spain and has been exhibited in Massachusetts, California, New York, and Florida.

A Comedic Whodunit with a New Culprit Every Night! FST Improv’s popular murder mystery returns—this time with a fun, film-noir spin.

A perfect way to kick off the holiday season! The Nutcracker Tea Party combines the magic of "The Nutcracker" ballet with a fancy-and-fun tea party! Enjoy a delightful afternoon that includes excerpts from The Nutcracker ballet performed live by DTB.

A magical encounter with Santa Claus himself, where dreams come true and the joy of Christmas overflows.

Get ready for a festive Hawaiian Luau at our Christmas Party with a Cause 2023, where we'll celebrate in person with a tropical twist!

Experience the unforgettable twist on The Christmas Carol, don't miss Ebenezer the Musical! See the classic story retold through Hip Hop!

A chance to experience the timeless story of Clara and her adventures with The Nutcracker! Join us for four performances of The Nutcracker.

Come join us for scrumptious pancakes with the jolliest man around, Santa!

Come play in the snow and take pictures with Mr. & Mrs. Clause!

Children and families meet Mrs. Claus and the Elves (and Santa), decorate cookies, make fun crafts and more! Parents bring your cameras!

Celebrate the season with a spectacular line up of Christmas sights and sounds in Downtown Wellen Park!

Come get ugly with us this December 9th in Sarasota

Sarasota Film Society is proud to present "Movies For Heroes", a year long Salute to our Military.

Hop on the IDS Holiday Trolley for a jolly celebration full of festive cheer and holiday magic!

A moving and comedic portrait of a mother, a father, and the son who photographed their lives. Drawing inspiration from Larry Sultan’s celebrated photo memoir.

Holiday Extravaganza Senior Wellness Expo largest Senior Event of the Year Special Guest Santa Claus & Las Vegas Performer Steve Roman

Hermitage Fellow Cleyvis Natera’s “earnest and provocative” debut novel Neruda on the Park is “refreshingly direct and declarative” (The New York Times).

Our sixth annual Christmas town is going to happen soon! We can not wait to serve your family again this Christmas! Tickets are not required

The Sarasota Ballet Program Three, Moments of Meaning. Featuring Balanchine’s Theme and Variations and Tharp’s In the Upper Room.

Come join us for a jolly morning filled with fluffy pancakes, festive cheer, and the chance to meet the man himself, Santa Claus!

A Christmas Celebration for parishioners of Our Lady of the Angels and their families

Jeep Enthusiasts, this one is for you! Celebrate the holidays at our Jingle Jeep Jam Fundraiser for the Humane Society of Manatee County.

Sarasota's premier Holiday Crawl, hosted by the Downtown Crawlers - your trusted brand for top-rated events.

The magic of the season returns with Bradenton's favorite holiday tradition, The Nutcracker. Experience the magical winter wonderland of toy soldiers, King of the Mice, Sugar Plum Fairy, and so much more.

Ring in the Christmas Season with festive music featuring some of the best musicians in town!

Direct from Windsor Castle where they work and live, The Queen’s Six is an extraordinary vocal sextet drawn from the lay clerks of St. George's Chapel.

A chance to experience the timeless story of Clara and her adventures with The Nutcracker! Join us for four performances of The Nutcracker.

Songs of Christmas and Rod Stewart music wrapped up in one package! A wonderful holiday treat or gift! Limited seating, get tickets now!

A tribute to the music of the 1970s Rock & Roll rebels, who skillfully fused folk, country, and R&B to create a fresh, new sound. Featuring songs such as “When Will I Be Loved,” “Ramblin’ Man,” “Landslide,” and “Hotel California.”

Create an everlasting Christmas Tree!

With no scripts, no musical score, and absolutely no idea what will happen next, our ensemble of improvisers delivers full-blown musical numbers, drama, and spontaneous choreography in this musical improv show.

12/27 Countdown and Cabernet: A Toast to Bold Beginnings- Wine Club Pairing Dinner

Be ready to shout out your highlights of the last year and join us for a champagne toast to bring in the new year.

Promote your business at our 2nd Annual Lakewood Ranch New Year's Eve celebration at Waterside Place

For the most fun in Venice and Sarasota County this New Year’s Eve, join the party on the beach at Sharky’s on the Pier!

Winner of five Tony Awards, including Best Play, The Lehman Trilogy is the story of a family and a company that changed the world. In 1844, a Bavarian youth stands upon a New York dock, envisioning a fresh start in the unfamiliar land of opportunity.

Bring in the 2024 year with panoramic views overlooking downtown Sarasota! Celebrate with a live DJ, champagne toast at midnight and more!

A brand-new rendition of everything that makes Christmas and Hanukkah in Sarasota special. With all-new songs and sketches, Deck the Halls gets audiences ready to celebrate the holidays, Florida style!

Get ready to immerse yourself in a night brimming with hope, inner joy, and vibrant dance at our upcoming event: "A Night of Hope." Mark your calendars for Saturday, January 13, 2024, and meet us at Stoneybrook Golf and Country Club in Sarasota.

The Sarasota Ballet Program Four, Graziano Celebrated. Featuring Graziano’s Sonatina, World Premiere, and In a State of Weightlessness.

A celebration of what makes the holidays special, Florida style!

Sardonic, ironic, and even histrionic, these witty tunes are full of moronic characters and sophisticated lyrics that reveal the present state of our world—the good, the bad, and the funny. Featuring songs like “I’m My Own Grandpa” and “Still Gonna Die."

Rock the MAC features two outstanding regional tribute bands. Amanda is a Clearwater, Fla.-based tribute to the music of classic rock icons Boston. Brigade – from Sarasota – covers the music of Rock & Roll Hall of Fame members Heart.

Rock the MAC is a festival-style classic rock tribute concert that is open to the community and held at the beautiful Moore Athletic Complex (MAC) on the campus of Saint Stephen’s.

Florida Creativity Conference is a highly-interactive creativity, innovation, and leadership conference.

The Sarasota Ballet Program Five Ballet Hispánico. Based in Manhattan, Ballet Hispánico explores the diversity of Latino culture through a fusion of Classical, Latin, and Contemporary dance.

Wise, heartfelt, and often comical, this anthology of award-winning short plays celebrates creativity and imagination! Top plays written by elementary school students from our community and around the world.

It’s 1951 in Nashville. Country music legend Billy Mason is on the eve of his retirement. Can his soft-spoken son, Joe, step into the spotlight and carry on his legacy?

The Sarasota Ballet Program Six, Portraits of Expression. Featuring Balanchine’s Emeralds and Who Cares?, and MacMillan’s Las Hermanas.

The Sarasota Ballet Program Seven, Inspirations. Featuring Wheeldon’s The American, Lang’s Lyric Pieces, and Ashton’s Sinfonietta.

A hapless flower shop assistant, Seymour stumbles across a new breed of plant, which he names ‘Audrey II’ after his coworker crush.

Unleash your inner potter at the Artful Giraffe in Sarasota! Learn the art of throwing on the wheel with our expert instructors. Private classes are available every day by appointment for ages 6+, and you can bring up to 4 people per class!

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