Sarasota - Manatee

Annual Events

This page lists family-friendly events in the Sarasota and Bradenton, Florida area. Note: Details of these events can change from year to year, so please check our calendar of events for specific dates and updated information.
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Anna Maria Island Old Soldiers and Sailors Veterans Day Parade

Steps off at 1 p.m. from Anna Maria City Hall, then proceeds down Pine Avenue, ending at City Pier P ...

November
10005 Gulf Drive, Anna Maria, FL
amsradmin@cityofannamaria.com
BAM!Fest at Bradenton Riverwalk

This dynamic, diverse, immersive experience will feature musicians from a variety of genres on multi ...

April
452 3rd Avenue W, Bradenton, FL, 34205
johnette@realizebradenton.com
Bayfest at The Bay Sarasota

Join us at Bayfest on Saturday, March 1st! This FREE event will be held from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. at Th ...

March
1055 Blvd of the Arts, Sarasota, FL
info@amichamber.org
Beer, Bands, and BBQ hosted by Music Compound

Beer, Bands, & BBQ presented by Music Compound takes place annually. 10 National and local beers ...

March
Bradenton Area River Regatta

The Bradenton Area River Regatta, is Manatee County’s Largest and FREE Civic Event with over–the–top ...

February
Free
Bradenton River Walk, Bradenton, FL, 34205
Bradenton Blues Festival

With an outstanding lineup of talented blues musicians on the big stage. In addition to amazing musi ...

December
452 3rd Ave W, Bradenton, FL, 34205
Blues@RealizeBradenton.com
Celtic Music Festival

Celtober Fest is proud to bring to Sarasota some of the most innovative bands touring America today ...

October
3000 Ringling Blvd, Sarasota, FL, 34237
celtoberfest@gmail.com
Chalk Festival

The Chalk Festival will colorize the streets! A local, community-based event, the chalk festival bri ...

April and November
info@ChalkFestival.com
Christmas on Bridge Street

Christmas on Bridge Street - Christmas Tree Lighting NOVEMBER 21 at 6:15. Please come and enjoy the ...

Bridge St, Bradenton Beach, FL, 34217
Cortez Commercial Fishing Festival

Are you someone who can appreciate a different perspective on what’s important in life? Are you will ...

February
4415 119th St. W., Bradenton, FL
Ted.Adams@ManateeClerk.com
Cortez Stone Crab Festival

The Stone Crab Festival, held along north Sarasota Bay in the historic Cortez commercial fishing vi ...

November
4528 119th St. W., Cortez, FL
swordfishkat@gmail.com
Crystal Classic Master Sand Sculpting Competition

In it's fifth year, the Siesta Key Crystal Classic brings master sand sculptors together to compete ...

November
948 Beach Rd, Sarasota, FL, 34242
siestakeycrystalclassic@gmail.com
Downtown Sarasota New Year's Eve Party

The biggest party south of Times Square takes place every year in Sarasota, Florida on New Year's Ev ...

December
Lemon and Main St, Sarasota, FL
Englewood Pioneer Days Annual Events

The Englewood Pioneer Days Parade and other events are sponsored by the Englewood Pioneer Days Commi ...

August and September
Multiple Locations, Englewood, FL
info@englewoodpioneerdays.com
Fire Charity Fishing Tournament

Every year, the Fire Charity Fishing Foundation holds a fishing tournament in June. The tournament i ...

June
4415 18th Ave W, Bradenton, FL, 34209
Erik@AnnaMariaCharters.com
Fruitville Grove Pumpkin Festival

Running every Saturday and Sunday in October, the Fruitville Grove Pumpkin Festival is a free family ...

October
7410 Fruitville Rd, Sarasota, FL, 34240
fruitvillegrove@yahoo.com
Greek Festival

Treat yourself to the aromas, sounds, tastes, and traditions of Greece. Enjoy authentic Greek food, ...

February
7671 North Lockwood Ridge Road, Sarasota, FL, 34243
StBarbara34243@gmail.com
Health and Wellness Expo

Join Lakewood Ranch Community Activities to kick off the new year with the “New Year, New You” Healt ...

January
140 University Town Center Dr., Sarasota, FL
Hernando De Soto Historical Society Annual Events

The Hernando de Soto Historical Society is a not-for-profit organization founded in 1939 and consist ...

February and April
Multiple Locations, Palmetto, FL, 34221
info@desotohq.com
Holiday Boat Parade of Lights on Sarasota Bay

The best areas for viewing are Marina Jack Restaurant, Bay front Park, City Island and Centennial Pa ...

December
Sarasota Bayfront, Sarasota, FL
Holidays Around the Ranch

Holidays Around the Ranch, our annual holiday sensation of magical charm for all to enjoy. We’re loo ...

December
Main Street, Lakewood Ranch, FL
info@lwrcac.com
Hungarian Festival

The Global Friendship Foundation(GFF) invites you to join us in celebration of Hungarian culture and ...

October
3000 Ringling Blvd, Sarasota, FL, 34237
Hunsader Farms Pumpkin Festival

Everyday at the Pumpkin Festival is loads of fun and consists of 100+ Craft Booths, Live Music, Live ...

October
5500 CR 675, Bradenton, FL, 34211
dkhunsader@msn.com
Irish Celtic Festival

It’s true, we are all Irish on St. Patrick’s Day, so it’s the perfect time for you to enjoy our annu ...

March
Labor Day Regatta

The Sarasota Sailing Squadron (SSS) will host the 69th Annual Labor Day Regatta September 4-6th. The ...

September
1717 Ken Thompson Pkwy, Sarasota, FL, 34236
sss@sarasotasailingsquadron.org
Manatee County Fair

The fair is a showcase for the best of Manatee County. This year's fair features exciting exhibits a ...

January
1402 14th Avenue West, Palmetto, FL, 34221
info@manateecountyfair.com
Manatee's Annual Taco Fest at Manatee Fairgrounds

Manatee's Annual Taco Fest is held at the Manatee County Fairgrounds in Palmetto Florida. The MAFT 2 ...

May
Hours: 12pm - 7pm
General Admission $10, Seniors $65+ $5 | Veterans and 1...
Manatee Fair Grounds, 1402 14th Ave W., Palmetto, FL, 34221
manateeannualtacofest@gmail.com
Memorial Day Tribute to Heroes Parade

Come out to Lakewood Ranch Main Street for the Memorial Day "Tribute to Heroes" Parade. The party be ...

May 29th
Hours: 5:00 - 8:00pm
FREE
Main Street, Lakewood Ranch, FL
Mortons Firehouse Chili Cook-off

Fifteen of Sarasota Fire Houses including firehouses from Englewood, North Port and Boca Grande will ...

October
$5
1924 S. Osprey Ave., Sarasota, FL, 34239
My Hometown Fest

Join us for a fun-filled day savoring the sights, sounds and tastes of hometowns across the U.S. dur ...

March
5851 Nathan Benderson Circle, Sarasota, FL, 34235
New Years Eve Downtown Sarasota Pineapple Drop

The biggest party south of Times Square takes place every year in Sarasota, Florida on New Year's Ev ...

December
Lemon and Main St, Sarasota, FL
Oscar Scherer State Park Annual Events

Each year the park hosts a number of public participation events. Some are national events, mandate ...

January, April, September
1843 S Tamiami Trail, Osprey, FL, 34229
Outdoor Pops by Sarasota Orchestra

The Sarasota Orchestra brings exciting live music to the Orioles' Ed Smith Stadium for the annual ou ...

May
2700 12th St, Sarasota, FL, 34237
web@sarasotaorchestra.org
Poinsettia Festival

The evening will kick off with the annual tree lighting followed by a festival full of entertainment ...

December
4970 City Hall Blvd, North Port, FL
Sarasota County Fair

Agriculture, Animals, Great Entertainment on two stages, Arts and Crafts, Comedy Shows, Music and sp ...

March
3000 Ringling Blvd., Sarasota, FL, 34237
info@sarasotafair.com
Sarasota Film Festival

Held annually in Sarasota, FL., The Sarasota Film Festival emphasizes the best in cinema alongside e ...

March/April
332 Cocoanut Avenue, Sarasota, FL, 34236
Sarasota Florida Native American Indian Festival, The

Experience the traditions and culture of the Native American people. Find hand made, one of a kind f ...

January
3000 Ringling Blvd., Sarasota, FL, 34237
Sarasota Highland Games and Celtic Festival

The sound of the pipes, the beating of drums, Highland Dancing and Athletic events reminds all Scots ...

February
3000 Ringling Boulevard, Sarasota, FL, 34237
info@sarasotahighlandgames.com
Sarasota Holiday Parade

A HOLIDAY FOR ALL AGES! High school marching bands, area churches and nonprofits, local businesse ...

December
Hours: 7:00 - 9:00pm
Main Street, Sarasota, FL, 34237
Sarasota Medieval Fair

The Sarasota Medieval Fair is a three weekend trip back to the 11th century. Brimming with feasts, t ...

November
3000 Ringling Boulevard, Sarasota, FL, 34237
Info@SarasotaMedievalFair.com
Sarasota Memorial Day Parade

The Annual Sarasota Memorial Day Parade beginning at Main Street and Osprey Avenue. The route of the ...

May
Hours: 10:00am
FREE
Main St, Sarasota, FL, 34236
Sarasota Powerboat Grand Prix Festival

Sarasota Powerboat Grand Prix Festival is a week long festival leading up to the Grand Prix boat rac ...

June/July
Sarasota Slam

The Slam is fun for all ages with a Jr. Angler Division. Help support this great event that has give ...

August
Marina Jack, Sarasota, FL
rebecca@ms-bia.org
Sarasota SUP Championships

The Sarasota SUP Race Series is now a single race called the Sarasota SUP Championships and takes pl ...

June
1540 Benjamin Franklin Dr, Sarasota, FL, 34236
rob@sarasotasupchampionships.com
Sarasota Tarpon Tournament

This event is OPEN TO THE PUBLIC and is for all ages! It's a 5-week competition -- you can fish one ...

May - June
masontush3@gmail.com
SeagrassFest

Sarasota Bay Estuary Program is teaming up with Sarasota County will collaborate with all of its par ...

June
1700 Ken Thompson Pkwy, Sarasota, FL
info@sarasotabay.org
Siesta Amateur Sand Sculpting Contest

This contest, each year in May, is a popular event attended by all age groups and skill levels. Thre ...

May
Siesta Key Beach, Siesta Key, FL
info@siestakeychamber.com
Sun Fiesta

It originated to provide the community its last chance to get together before the 'snow birds' start ...

October
200 W Venice Ave, Venice, FL
WomensSertoma@Outlook.com
Taste of Chanukah, A

Leading Florida Band of virtuoso in Klezmer, Jewish, Yiddish, Israeli, Hebrew music and events. Kids ...

December
info@chabadofsarasota.com
Thunder By The Bay

The Annual Thunder By the Bay Motorcycle Festival in Sarasota, FL continues to rev up a great time r ...

January
Downtown Sarasota, Sarasota, FL, 34232
lisa.frick@suncoastcc.org