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The Canopy Zone at Robinson Preserve

Welcome to the Canopy Zone! Crawl, climb, and challenge yourself to new heights among the treetops of Robinson Preserve. The ...

Palmetto Downtown Mainstreet Presents: Holiday Fun Land at Sutton Park

More fun is coming to Palmetto! This December, Palmetto Downtown Main Street is hosting their inaugural Holiday Fun Land event! Attend this ...

JumpJump Children Multiverse Open Play

Get ready for a world of fun and adventure in our indoor playground, specially designed for kids of all ages. ...

Little Leapers at Sky Zone

Join us on Saturday and Sunday mornings for Little Leapers at Sky Zone! Little Leapers is a fun, high-energy play ...

  • 9:00 am - 11:00 am 
  • Location: Sky Zone, 6180 Edgelake Dr, Sarasota, FL
  • Cost: $13/toddler and one adult for up to 2 hours of play, $9 for additional adults
  • Website: www.skyzone.com
  • Category: Family Fun, Ongoing Programs

Old Main Street Bradenton Public Market

Welcome to the Bradenton Public Market, a place where the community meets each week to enjoy fresh produce, local art, ...

Open Play at Playtime Plaza

Dive into a world where play and learning come together at Playtime Plaza!

Open Play at The Flock SRQ

The Flock - Where Wellness and Play Meet: We invite you and your little ones to join us on this wonderful ...

Saturday Mornings at The Nest at Robinson Preserve

Join us at the Mosaic Center for Nature, Exploration, Science, and Technology for a morning of exploration. Walk the grounds ...

Skating Lessons at Astro Skate

Come out and learn how to skate! Offered every Saturday morning at 9am.

  • 9:00 am - 10:00 am 
  • Location: Astro Skate 3611 3rd St. W., Bradenton, FL
  • Cost: $9 (Includes Skate Rental) (Stay for next session for free)
  • Website: astroskatingcenter.com
  • Category: Ongoing Programs

Books and Bubbles at The Flock SRQ

The Flock - Where Wellness and Play Meet: Welcome to "Books and Bubbles," a captivating and joy-filled class designed to spark ...

  • 9:30 am - 10:00 am 
  • Location: The Flock SRQ, 1977 Brother Geenen Way, Sarasota, FL 34236
  • Cost: $25/class or included with membership
  • Website: theflocksrq.com
  • Category: Ongoing Programs, Classes

Christmas Tiki Cruise with Shore Thing Tiki Cruises

We are THRILLED to invite you to our Christmas Tiki Cruise with a very special guest – SANTA! Each cruise ...

Kids' Craft Days at Chicken Salad Chick

Join our Kids' Craft Days! You and your children can enjoy fun crafts at our Bradenton location on the third ...

  • 9:30 am - 11:00 am 
  • Location: 5434 Lockwood Ridge Rd, Bradenton, 34203
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Other, Free

All Day Roller Skating at Astro Skate

12:30pm - 6pm $8 plus rental

Backyard Science at The Bishop Museum of Science and Nature

Make your Saturday mornings even more fun! Check out the newly designed Backyard Science program for elementary-aged learners at The ...

Bricks 4 Kidz Weekend Workshops

Let your kidz creativity soar as we embark on fun and exciting activities using LEGO® Bricks and model building! Each ...

  • 10:00 am -  1:00 pm 
  • Location: 4128 Lakewood Ranch Boulevard Bradenton, Florida 34211 (Laping Martial Arts)
  • Cost: $25 per workshop
  • Website: my.bricks4kidznow.com
  • Category: Classes

Children's World Craft Day

Wikki Stick Christmas Craft

Deck the Halls at the Florida Studio Theater

A brand-new rendition of everything that makes Christmas and Hanukkah in Sarasota special. With all-new songs and sketches, Deck the ...

Limelight Pop-Up Market at The Bazaar

Guest vendors, live music, food, doggies looking for fur-ever homes, and so much more! Plus, local vendors join us in ...

Photos with Santa at The Mall at UTC

Make your reservation to meet Santa for a picture-perfect moment. After, take off on an interactive adventure at Santa's Flight ...

  • 10:00 am -  8:00 pm 
  • Location: 140 University Town Center Dr, Sarasota, FL 34243
  • Cost: Depends on package selection
  • Website: mallatutc.com
  • Category: Other, Holiday Events

Swim with Santa at North Port Aquatic Center

Wear your swimsuit and come celebrate a uniquely tropical festivity while Santa takes a holiday before his biggest day of ...

Tiny Tots at Astro Skate

Saturdays is Tiny Tots Skate at Astro Skate!

Annual Kidsmas Party at Major Productions Studio of Dance

Join the Joy! Ho, ho, ho! Get ready for the MOST magical event of the holiday season! Bring your little elves ...

  • 10:30 am -  2:00 pm 
  • Location: Ellenton Ice and Sports Complex | 5309 29th Street East, Ellenton, FL 34222
  • Cost: $55 per kid *10% discount for siblings
  • Website: givebutter.com
  • Category: Family Fun, Holiday Events

Little Artists at The Flock SRQ

The Flock - Where Wellness and Play Meet: Welcome to "Little Artists' Studio," a whimsical and colorful class designed to ignite ...

  • 10:30 am - 11:00 am 
  • Location: The Flock SRQ, 1977 Brother Geenen Way, Sarasota, FL 34236
  • Cost: $25/class or included with membership
  • Website: theflocksrq.com
  • Category: Ongoing Programs, Classes

Ellenton Ice and Sports Complex Free Try It Class

Free Try it Class every Saturday at 10:45am! Kids ages 3 & up and adults are welcome to join us ...

Bubble Glazing at The Makery

Back by popular demand! Join us for an immersive Bubble Glazing Class where bubbles will become your favorite painting tool! Unravel the ...

Gingerbread House or Dreidel Decorating at The Ritz-Carlton

While donning chef's hats and aprons, decorate a festive gingerbread house or gingerbread dreidel guided by the distinguished Ritz-Carlton pastry ...

  • 11:00 am 
  • Location: The Ritz-Carlton Sarasota, 1111 Ritz-Carlton Drive, Sarasota, FL 34236 (The Bayview Lawn)
  • Cost: $99++ per party of 4, includes one gingerbread house or dreidel. Additional guests up to 6 guests per party, will be subject to a $25++ cover charge.
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Family Fun, Holiday Events

Family Play at Acro Fit Gymnastics

Join us for Family Play on Tuesdays, Thursdays & Saturdays! For ages walking thru 4 years old.

Giggles and Grooves at The Flock SRQ

The Flock - Where Wellness and Play Meet: Discover the joy of music with your little one in our Giggles & ...

  • 11:30 am - 12:00 pm 
  • Location: The Flock SRQ, 1977 Brother Geenen Way, Sarasota, FL 34236
  • Cost: $25/class or included with membership
  • Website: theflocksrq.com
  • Category: Ongoing Programs, Classes

Music Club at Selby Library

Jam and learn with your teen teacher, Anni Szantosi, and her numerous instruments! This club is for music lovers who ...

Open Family Skate at Astro Skate

Join us for Open Family Skate every Saturday! $7+ skate rental or $20 for family of 5 with at least ...

Gold Fish Swim School Babies Who Brunch

Come join us for a delightful afternoon at Goldfish Swim School - Lakewood Ranch! Our Baby Brunch event is the ...

Saturday Family Art Lab at the Sarasota Art Museum

Weekends are for art and family fun! Bring the kids or grandkids and enjoy making art together every Saturday in ...

Young Chefs Academy Holiday Brunch Workshop

What better way to bring the holidays home than with a table filled with delectable brunch options? Just imagine your ...

Tales Under the Tree at The Bishop Museum of Science and Nature

Come and join us every Saturday and Sunday at 2pm for a unique storytime experience at The Bishop. Tales Under ...

A Christmas Wizard of Oz Show at Stone Hall

There’s No Place Like Home for the Holidays! Dorothy and Toto are carried off by a blizzard to the magical Elfinsland ...

Florida Christmas Sugar Decorating Class at Painting with a Twist

Join us for this Florida Christmas Sugar Cookie Class where we’ll rock around the palm tree all class long. You ...

Wonderland: Illuminate - Under the Big Top

Wonderland is back with Illuminate, a dazzling, never-before-seen production. Join us under the climate-controlled big top at UTC Friday, November ...

General Gymnastics at Acro Fit Gymnastics

Join us for General Gymnastics, a walk in instructional program for ages 4-12 years old. Every Saturday!

Ellenton Ice and Sports Complex Skating Spectacular

A Skating Spectacular holiday show Registration is now open at Ellenton Ice! Don’t miss your chance to perform in our ...

Home for the Holidays at Venice Performing Arts Center

Experience the most wonderful time of the year with family and friends at our annual celebration of music and togetherness. ...

Christmas on Main in Lakewood Ranch

Lakewood Ranch Main Street is transforming into the biggest Christmas party in town hosted by Grace Community Church! Come celebrate ...

Bradenton Holiday of Lights Festival at the Freedom Factory

The Freedom Factory is excited to announce the 1st Bradenton Holiday Lights Festival! This is a light show like no ...

North Pole Express at the Florida Railroad Museum

Join us this December for a 30 minute ride from Parrish, FL to the North Pole. This 3.5-hour event is ...

EVO Parents Night Out - Jingle Jammies

It’s time to relax and let us handle the holiday hustle! Drop off your kids for a festive 3.5-hour pajama ...

  • 5:30 pm -  9:00 pm 
  • Location: 7188 15th St E, Sarasota, FL 34243
  • Cost: $60 for non-members (invite your friends!) $55 for members $5.00 off per sibling
  • Website: portal.iclasspro.com
  • Category: Other, Holiday Events

Altitude's Glo in the Park

Footloose and free play under the bright weekend lights at participating parks.

  • 6:00 pm -  9:00 pm 
  • Location: 201 Cortez Rd W, Bradenton, FL 34207
  • Cost: $27 plus tax - 180 Min Jump Pass
  • Website: ecom.roller.app
  • Category: Ongoing Programs

Glow Night at Jumpin Fun Inflata Park

It’s Time For Some Glowing Fun! Now Join Us Fridays & Saturdays Starting At 6:00pm For Great Family Fun! The house lights ...

Discover Sarasota Tours Christmas Carol Trolley: Letters to Santa

Celebrate the Spirit of Christmas! The Christmas Carol Trolley: Letters to Santa is a fun-filled musical performance and holiday lights tour ...

Evening Open Gym at Lakewood Ranch Gymnastics

Open Gym is back! Space is limited. Pre-registration is required. Kids (18 months to 18 years) can explore all the gymnastics ...

Glow Zone at Sky Zone

GLOW ZONE: Friday and Saturday Night's from 6:30pm - 11:00pm. Includes all of the above during the best blacklight experience ...

Lights in Bloom at Selby Gardens Downtown Sarasota

Lights in Bloom® features more than two million lights illuminating the gardens and walkways of our Downtown Sarasota campus. Step into ...

SRQ Trolley Holiday Tour of Lights from Regions Bank

The Holiday Tour of Lights has become a MUST when you’re in the holiday spirits, so get ready to sit ...

Dance Theatre of Bradenton's Nutcracker Ballet at Manatee High School

Dance Theatre of Bradenton presents its 28th annual production of The Nutcracker! Step into this magical world of toy soldiers, ...

Holiday Movies Under the Stars at UTC

Snuggle up this season for Holiday Movies Under The Stars. Every Friday and Saturday starting at 7 PM, join us ...

Home for the Holidays at Venice Performing Arts Center

Experience the most wonderful time of the year with family and friends at our annual celebration of music and togetherness. ...

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