Family Friendly Events & Things to Do
Near Bradenton & Sarasota

Everyone is WELCOME to be part of this Community Committee whose sole purpose is to protect and preserve the tradition of the Parade and the history of Englewood.

Join us this fall for our 33nd full-scale Opera House production! With rehearsals at Harvest United Methodist and performances at the Sarasota Opera House this fall, we will show you how fun opera is on and off the stage.

Join the New World Celts Sarasota for their annual Celtic Beach Cookout. Wear your favorite kilt and bring your bathing suits. The pavilion is close to the restrooms and beach!! We will provide burgers & hotdogs.

An ocean of fun awaits as your child makes Shark Slime. Reservation required. Must call the store to reserve a spot. Limited spots available.

RSVP on Eventbrite. Enter a world of fantasy and create your own fairy to take home. This is a free event and recommended for children ages 3 to 7. Event begins promptly at 11am.

U9-U19 Boys & Girls Teams U9-U12 brackets will be non-heading Plus, a special U9 Future Stars Division for U8 teams Largest soccer complex in Florida, quality fields, all games at 1 site

The 11th Annual Downtown Venice Craft Festival returns to Florida's west coast for a 2-day celebration of affordable art and unique crafts.

Revived in 2011 and owing its roots to the Pioneer Days "Street Dance"..Featuring a handful of selected food trucks and the best music in the area.

941 Comedy Jam Returns with the Labor Day Weekend Comedy Experience Featuring Comedian/Internet Sensation Shuler King !!!

Reader's Favorite Book Award Contest will be announced September 1, 2019. The Princess Mermaid and the Missing Sea Shells has been entered in 2 categories.

Join us on Lakewood Ranch Main Street from 6 – 9 pm for Music on Main, a free concert series and block party for the public! This event is hosted on the first Friday of each month and will supply lots of family fun.

RELAY TEAMS - Each team member must fill out a separate registration form and submit with the rest of the team members participating. Teams consist of 2-3 members.

With a gallery like feel that creates a complete visual experience allowing potential consumers to engage & shop as they would in a fully functioning store front featuring one of kind items.

www.bcsinshoregrandslam.com Bradenton Christian Inshore Grand Slam Fishing Tournament Fundraiser for new sports complex Saturday September 14, 2019 Waterline Resort 5325 Marina Drive Holmes Beach, Florida19 Shotgun start at 7am

Area restaurants will compete for the title of Best Sangria. Come taste them all and vote for your favorite. Also enjoy delicious restaurant hors d'oeuvres and entertainment.

Hosted by Arlington Park & Aquatic Complex and the City of Sarasota Parks & Recreation District

Make a sensory tube with various substances.

Now in its sixth year, this established Sarasota tradition will bring you to Sarasota Opera House, where your favorite downtown restaurants will be showcasing their tasty dishes paired with fine wines and assorted beers.

Join us in the Beer Garden. If it rains, we will move it inside.

Discover interesting things about the food you eat.

This event is so much fun, we are bringing it back for year number 4!! The 4th Annual Venice Beach Party is held on Venice Beach with Live Music, Food, Drinks and an all around good time!

Ed's Tavern & Lakewood Ranch Classic Car Show

Join us on Lakewood Ranch Main Street from 6 – 9 pm for Music on Main, a free concert series and block party for the public! This event is hosted on the first Friday of each month and will supply lots of family fun.

Phillippi Shores 5K & 1 Mile Fun Run - new course this year - all hard surface running - stroller & kid friendly - lots of great food after - fun zone for kids after race

Oktoberfest - Beer & Food from the World Famous Linger Lodge along with music from the 4-4-1 Band and Vendors from Who Knew PopUp Market

Unicorn craft

October could be dubbed as "Month of the Big Hill Super Tracks" - as USA BMX heads to two of the newest BMX super tracks in the country.

Calling all slime-making experts!

Thank you to our sponsors and event co-chairs Krystel Beall, Renee Ryckman, and Samantha Gholar

Admission is free all weekend and a big THANK YOU to our title sponsor First Watch Cafe’ for their continued support through out the years!

Join us on Lakewood Ranch Main Street from 6 – 9 pm for Music on Main, a free concert series and block party for the public! This event is hosted on the first Friday of each month and will supply lots of family fun.

Celebrate local shopping!

The Harvest Fall Festival on November 9th from 3pm-6:30pm at our new property located at 3650 17th Street Sarasota Florida 34235. This is on the corner of 17th and Beneva.

Old Friends is a stunning recreation of Simon & Garfunkel’s 1981 Concert in Central Park. Simon & Garfunkel's Concert in Central Park was one of the largest and most beloved concerts of all time.

Proceeds to benefit Tidewell patients and families in the Lakewood Ranch area.

Turn your art into something miniature!

Join us on Lakewood Ranch Main Street from 6 – 9 pm for Music on Main, a free concert series and block party for the public! This event is hosted on the first Friday of each month and will supply lots of family fun.

Santa Claus is coming to town!

Imagine it and create it!

Is the Florida summer not hot enough for you? Treat yourself or someone special this season to some sizzle, sensuality and spice, and dive into this bellydance course held at Art Avenue every Wednesday night at 6:30pm!