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Bradenton Runners Club Weekly Group Runs

We are excited to run with you in 2025! See our Group Runs Below with times and meet up locations! Tuesday ...

Breakfast with Sharks at the Mote Marine Laboratory & Aquarium

Rise and Dive! Start your day with our sharks before the Aquarium opens to the public. You and your chums ...

  • 8:00 am -  9:30 am 
  • Location: 1600 Ken Thompson Parkway, Sarasota, FL
  • Cost: $36 member adults, $40 non-member adults; $27 member youth, $30 non-member youth; 2 and younger are free
  • Website: ticketing.mote.org
  • Category: Family Fun, Informational & Tours

Ninja Squad Athletics Saturday Morning Run at Nathan Benderson Park

Running isn’t just a thing we do on Saturday anymore! It’s part of who we are! Join us for a ...

Arts and Crafts Shows at Englewood Sports Complex

The Spring Arts & Crafts Show on March 15, from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. is your chance to explore ...

FIT4MOM Strides 360 at Bob Gardner Park

Increase your endurance and speed to sprint through mom life with Strides 360®! Come play with your mom friends, with ...

  • 9:00 am - 10:00 am 
  • Location: Bob Gardner Park, 2710 White Eagle Boulevard, Bradenton, FL
  • Cost: Single Class Pass $25 • 1 visit • Good for 1 visit to Stroller Strides. Expires in 1 month or membership options available
  • Website: fit4mom-lakewoodranch-sarasota.pike13.com
  • Category: Classes

Farm, Garden and Craft Festival at Elmwood Park

You asked, so we answered! Here's an updated list of vendors for the Elwood Park Farm, Garden, and Craft Festival ...

  • 9:00 am -  3:00 pm 
  • Location: Elmwood Park Baptist Church, 3516 45th St. E, Bradenton, FL 34208
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Family Fun, Free

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. ...

Learn to Skate Class at Astro Skate

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

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 ...

Pop Up and Play at The Flock SRQ

Join us to support our local electrolyte brand Lido! Discounted open play, samples, giveaways + fun!

  • 9:00 am - 11:00 am 
  • Location: The Flock SRQ, 1977 Brother Geenen Way, Sarasota, FL 34236
  • Cost: $10 pop up open play!! Discounted taken at The Flock the day of!
  • Website: theflocksrq.com
  • Category: Family Fun

STEAM Saturdays with Suncoast Science Center

Join us every Saturday for a FUN, hands on exploration into different areas of Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts, and Math! ...

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 ...

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

KinderCooks® Mommy and Me Time at Young Chefs Academy

It's Mommy and Me time! If you’re searching for a meaningful, enriching way to engage your little ones (ages 4-7), look ...

Parent Child Paint Morning at The Venice Art Center

Kids, bring your parents to a morning of painting! Bring your favorite drinks and snacks! No experience necessary. Ages 6 and ...

  • 9:30 am - 12:00 pm 
  • Location: Venice Art Center, 390 Nokomis Ave South, Venice FL 34285
  • Cost: $68.75 ($55 for members)
  • Website: veniceartcenter.com
  • Category: Classes

Risen Savior Mornings with Mommy at Parrish Charter Academy

Mornings with Mommy at Risen Savior in Parrish is a fun, educational program for children from birth to preschool, accompanied ...

Sarasota BMX Open House

Attention: all Riders and new riders. Open House on March 15. Free clinics with our certified coaches! Bring your friends ...

All Day Roller Skating at Astro Skate

All Day Skate 10am - 10:30pm Tiny Tot Skate: 10am - 12pm Open Family Skate: 12:30pm - 6pm

Ananda Farm's St. Patrick's Day Festival

Get ready for a weekend filled with cheer, delicious food & beer, and farm fun! Join us at Ananda Farm ...

Annual Leprechaun Hunt at The Children's Garden and Art Center

The Leprechauns have hidden their magic gold in every nook and cranny of The Children’s Garden - Collect the gold ...

  • 10:00 am - 10:45 am 
  • Location: The Children's Garden and Art Center 1670 10th Way, Sarasota, FL 34236
  • Cost: Included with admission, 2 and under free
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Family Fun, Holiday Events

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 ...

Creative Child Learning Center - Lakewood Ranch Open House

We are excited to invite you and your family to our Open House! Come see what makes Creative Child Learning ...

DIY-U Kids' Workshops by Lowe's

Choose Your Store & Slot Workshops are hosted by our Red Vests from 10:00am – 1:00pm, in-store only. DON'T FORGET! Your confirmation ...

FAM (Family Art Making) with The Ringling

FAM (Family Art Making) is a free program that's fun for the whole family! Join us for creative art projects ...

Family Makerspace Drop-In at Braden River Library

Join us in Studio70 for a fun, simple craft.

Limelight Pop-Up Market at The Bazaar

Every 3rd Saturday we open the courtyard up for guest vendors, doggies looking for homes, live music, and so much ...

Lucky Discount Play Day at Theory of Play

Join us for a special Open Play event on March 15th from 10 AM - 2 PM and enjoy $10 ...

Pot of Gold St. Patrick's Day Celebration at Palmetto Branch Library

Can you win enough gold to become friends with the library leprechaun? Complete all the tasks on his note to ...

Read to Dogs at Lakewood Ranch Library

Come visit the Kids Space at the Lakewood Ranch Library and read to a certified therapy dog! Perfect for those ...

The Flying Penguin and Other Winning Plays at Florida Studio Theatre

Top plays written by elementary school students from our community and around the world are brought to life by a ...

Theory of Play Open Play Saturdays

At Theory of Play, your child’s adventure begins in our thoughtfully designed Oasis, featuring six unique Playscapes that offer endless ...

  • 10:00 am -  2:00 pm 
  • Location: 2970 University Pkwy, Sarasota, FL 34243
  • Cost: Members: Free; Guests: $35 and Siblings $25
  • Website: theoryofplay.com
  • Category: Family Fun

Tiny Tots at Astro Skate

Saturdays is Tiny Tots Skate at Astro Skate!

Tot Time Saturday Read-Aloud! at the George Mullen Activity Center

Tot Time Saturday Read-Aloud! Join us for a fun twist to your Tot Time experience. Kick off each session with ...

Touch A Truck at Rocky Bluff Branch Library

Big trucks are heading to the Lakewood Ranch and Rocky Bluff Libraries! Don't miss these family-friendly events where you can ...

Ocean Waves Collages at Elsie Quirk Library

Create a fun ocean-themed collage using cardboard, paper, and fabric with artist, Elizabeth Goodwill. Registration is required and limited to 15 ...

The Flock SRQ Total Body Tone Mommy and Me Workout

New Class Alert! Come join us at the Flock on Saturdays for our Total Body Tone Mommy + Me workout! This ...

  • 10:30 am - 11:00 am 
  • Location: 1977 Brother Geenen Way, Sarasota, FL
  • Cost: Free for members at The Flock and only $25 for a pop in class!
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Family Fun, 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 ...

JuniorChefs™ at Young Chefs Academy

JuniorChefs™ (Ages 7+) Where the culinary fun and learning continues! The Young Chefs® Academy JuniorChefs™ program delivers a well-rounded approach to ...

  • 11:00 am - 12:30 pm 
  • Location: Young Chefs Academy, 3800 S. Tamiami Trail Sarasota, FL 34239
  • Cost: Non-Member $50/class (Membership available for $179/month)
  • Website: sarasotafl.youngchefsacademy.com
  • Category: Classes

Open Mat at Ninja Squad Athletics

Open mat every Saturday! All ages.

  • 11:00 am - 12:00 pm 
  • Location: 4422 Bee Ridge Rd, Sarasota, 34233
  • Cost: Call for info
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Classes

Photos with the Easter Bunny at UTC

Don't miss this Eggcellent opportunity to have your photo taken with the Easter Bunny! Hop into Bunnyville, The Mall at UTC's ...

St. Patrick's Day at Main Street Lakewood Ranch

Come celebrate St. Patrick’s Day with McGrath’s and Ed’s Tavern on Lakewood Ranch Main Street. There will be Irish food ...

St. Patrick's Day at McGrath's Irish Ale House

St. Patrick’s on Main Street Get ready for a shamrockin’ good time at McGrath’s this Saturday, March 15th from 11 ...

Read with Dogs at the Osprey Library

Children are invited to read with certified pet therapy dogs. This program encourages conversation and develops reading and communication skills. ...

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

Irish Celtic Festival at Greenbrook Adventure Park

Get your Irish on at our annual Irish Celtic Festival & Lucky Dog Parade! It's the best St. Patrick's Day ...

2025 Sarasota County Fair at Sarasota County Fairgrounds and Robarts Arena

Join us in celebrating the 2025 Sarasota County Fair! The years have passed but the excitement of the fair rides, ...

  • 12:00 pm - 11:00 pm 
  • Location: Sarasota Fairgrounds, 3000 Ringling Blvd., Sarasota, FL 34237
  • Cost: See website. Admission specials include 1/2 price admission on Monday, Wednesday and Thursday as well as the $2 Tuesday: $2 admission, $2 rides.
  • Website: www.sarasotafair.com
  • Category: Family Fun, Shows & Concerts

Open Family Skate at Astro Skate

Join us for Open Family Skate every Saturday! $8+ skate rental or $20 for family of 5 with at least ...

Parent & Child Glass Art at Shattered Glass DIY

Have you checked out our Parent & Child classes? Every Saturday and Sunday at 12 PM, you and your little ...

Goat Cuddle Sessions at Serenity Oaks Homestead

Goat cuddles are back!!!! Located off Golf Course Rd in Parrish. Our first kids were born 1/5/2025 and more are ...

Open Gym at Flip Zone Gymnastics

Come visit us for an Open Gym! Limited to 35 students. For ages 5-18

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 ...

Family Movie Matinee at South Manatee Branch Library

Join us for a family-friendly movie the first Saturday of the month. Ages 6-11

Florida Cultural Group, Inc Presents: The Sound of Music

One of the most beloved musicals of all time! In Austria, 1938, an exuberant young governess brings music and joy ...

Lakewood Ranch Titans Football Skills Camp

Free Football Skills Camp with Coach Bear! We’re excited to announce that Coach Bear will be hosting a FREE football ...

The Players Studio: Disney Pixar Finding Nemo Jr.

Based on the 2003 Disney/Pixar film Finding Nemo written by Andrew Stanton, Bob Peterson, David Reynolds and directed by Andrew ...

Unicorn Spa Day at Party Palace

Get ready for a magical day of pampering at our Unicorn Spa Day! Kids will enjoy unicorn-themed facials, rainbow manicures, ...

  • 2:30 pm -  4:30 pm 
  • Location: Party Palace, 935 North Beneva Road, #403, Sarasota, FL 34232
  • Cost: $60 per child
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Family Fun

The Coder School - Rubiks Cube Workshop

Join Code Coach Kai in learning the mystery of the cube. Spend 90 minutes learning how to solve the classic 3x3 ...

Family Game Night at Island Branch Library

Join the fun! A variety of games (Jenga, chess, scrabble, etc.) will be made available for everyone to play, or ...

Maverick's Rhythm & Rave at SCF Venice Campus

Free Outdoor event Open to the Public Live Music, Food Vendors & Lots More Fun For The Entire Family!

Teen Art Lab: Printmaking and Art Journals at Rocky Bluff Branch Library

Come explore different kinds of printmaking techniques at the library with local artist, Mary J. Bynum. You can also start ...

Acro Fit Gymnastics St. Patty's Party

Glow Party Saturday, January 25th XOXO Party Saturday, February 15th St. Patty's Party Prize for best dressed!!! Saturday, March 15th All parties include pizza dinner!! Book through ...

Buffalo Creek Little League Parents Night Out!

Drop off your Little League players and their League-aged siblings for a fun night of dinner and entertainment, and enjoy ...

  • 6:00 pm -  8:00 pm 
  • Location: Buffalo Creek Park batting cages, 7550 69th Street, East Palmetto, FL 34221
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Other, Free

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 ...

Palmetto Downtown Mainstreet Presents: Saturday Sundown at Sutton Park

Sundown Concert Series, taking place every 3rd Saturday, starting March 15th, free event, family-friendly entertainment, sparks joy, creates lasting memories, ...

Spring Training at CoolToday Park - Atlanta Braves vs. Minnesota Twins

Every February, Braves Country heads south to North Port, Florida as they prepare for the start of a new baseball ...

EVO Kids Open Gym

Join us for Open Gym at EVO Gymnastics, held on the 1st and 3rd Saturday of each month from 7:00 ...

  • 6:30 pm -  8:30 pm 
  • Location: 7188 15th St E, Sarasota, FL 34243
  • Cost: Non-Members: $20 | Members: $15
  • Website: portal.iclasspro.com
  • Category: Other

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 ...

St. Patrick's Day Cake Decorating Event: Lucky Little Leprechaun at Uncle Nick's NY Style Bagels

Join us for a fun interactive cake decorating event. Saturday March 15th at 6:30. All supplies included, up to two ...

Altitude's Glo in the Park

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

  • 7:00 pm - 10:00 pm 
  • Location: 201 Cortez Rd W, Bradenton, FL 34207
  • Cost: $27 plus tax - 180 Min Jump Pass
  • Website: ecom.roller.app
  • Category: Ongoing Programs

Old Main Street Bradenton St. Patrick's Day Block Party

Join us for a fun-filled St. Patrick's Day celebration with Bradenton Alive! Enjoy family-friendly activities and live music by 22N, ...

Venice Theatre Presents: The Lightning Thief

This action-packed pop-rock musical follows teen demi-god Percy Jackson’s quest to find Zeus’ missing lightning bolt and prevent a war ...

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