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September 29 - October 5

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 ...

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 for up to 2 hours of play
  • Website: www.skyzone.com
  • Category: Family Fun

UF/IFAS Extension Sarasota County Family Event: Take a Child Outside Week - Saltwater Fishing - CANCELED

This Take A Child Outside (TACO) Weekend, Join Sarasota County Park Supervisor Pete Garcia for a youth-friendly lesson on saltwater ...

Screamin' Green Hauntoween at Crayola Experience Orlando

Creep your way through spooky, family fun! Screamin' Green Hauntoween is back! From Sept. 21 - Oct. 31, come experience SPOOKtacular ...

  • 10:00 am -  6:00 pm 
  • Location: 8001 S. Orange Blossom Trail, Orlando, FL, United States, Florida 32809
  • Cost: See website
  • Website: www.crayolaexperience.com
  • Category: Family Fun

Roller Skating at Astro Skate

1pm - 5pm $7 plus rental

Pre-Rosh Hashanah Family Shofar Factory at Community Day School

Get into the spirit of Rosh Hashanah!! Make your own Shofar at the Community Shofar Factory!!! Happening on September 29! ...

  • 2:00 pm -  3:00 pm 
  • Location: Community Day School, 4335 Wilkinson Rd., Sarasota
  • Cost: One free Shofar per family, each additional $20
  • Website: www.communityday.org
  • Category: Family Fun

$2 Skate at Astro Skate

Join us for $2 Skate every Sunday!

Hip Hop Family Skate at Astro Skate

Join us for Hip Hop Skate night every Sunday!

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 ...

KidJump at Defy Bradenton

If your kids are 6 and under check-out KidJump, every Mon-Fri from 9am-11pm. 1 Free Parent, per purchase of ...

  • 9:00 am - 11:00 am 
  • Location: Defy Bradenton, 7385 52nd Place E, Bradenton, FL 34203
  • Cost: $17.99 for one child (ages 6 and under) and one adult, for one hour
  • Website: defy.com
  • Category: Family Fun

FIT4MOM Stroller Strides at The Green at UTC

Stroller Strides is a total fitness program that moms do with their babies. It includes cardio and intervals of strength ...

Mom's Coffee Chat at The Roots Health Centers

Join us for a fun and relaxed gathering at The Roots Health Centers! This in-person event is all about moms ...

  • 10:00 am - 10:30 am 
  • Location: The Roots Health Centers, 8209 Natures Way, Unit 115, Lakewood Ranch, FL 34202
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: www.eventbrite.com
  • Category: Family Fun

Screamin' Green Hauntoween at Crayola Experience Orlando

Creep your way through spooky, family fun! Screamin' Green Hauntoween is back! From Sept. 21 - Oct. 31, come experience SPOOKtacular ...

  • 10:00 am -  6:00 pm 
  • Location: 8001 S. Orange Blossom Trail, Orlando, FL, United States, Florida 32809
  • Cost: See website
  • Website: www.crayolaexperience.com
  • Category: Family Fun

Pop In and Paint at Painting With A Twist Bradenton

Looking for something creative to do during the week? We’re now offering Pop In & Paint hours! This freestyle DIY ...

  • 11:00 am -  2:00 pm 
  • Location: Painting With A Twist, 5917 Manatee AvenueW, Suite 209, Bradenton, FL 34209
  • Cost: Varies by project
  • Website: www.paintingwithatwist.com
  • Category: Family Fun

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 ...

KidJump at Defy Bradenton

If your kids are 6 and under check-out KidJump, every Mon-Fri from 9am-11pm. 1 Free Parent, per purchase of ...

  • 9:00 am - 11:00 am 
  • Location: Defy Bradenton, 7385 52nd Place E, Bradenton, FL 34203
  • Cost: $17.99 for one child (ages 6 and under) and one adult, for one hour
  • Website: defy.com
  • Category: Family Fun

Woodland Church Preschool and Moms Play Group

This free group meets Tuesday mornings from 9am-11:30am. Everyone will meet in the gym, bounce on the jumpers, play with ...

  • 9:00 am - 12:00 pm 
  • Location: Woodland Community Church, 9607 State Road 70 E Bradenton, FL 34202
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: gowoodland.com
  • Category: Family Fun

Screamin' Green Hauntoween at Crayola Experience Orlando

Creep your way through spooky, family fun! Screamin' Green Hauntoween is back! From Sept. 21 - Oct. 31, come experience SPOOKtacular ...

  • 10:00 am -  6:00 pm 
  • Location: 8001 S. Orange Blossom Trail, Orlando, FL, United States, Florida 32809
  • Cost: See website
  • Website: www.crayolaexperience.com
  • Category: Family Fun

Tot Time at the George Mullen Activity Center

Did you hear about Tot Time's Saturday program? We added a fun twist to your Tot Time experience! We are ...

  • 10:00 am - 12:00 pm 
  • Location: George Mullen Activity Center, 1602 Kramer Way, North Port 34286
  • Cost: Residents $3/child | Non-Residents $4/child
  • Website: www.northportfl.gov
  • Category: Family Fun

Preschool Music with Dave Moran at Fruitville Library

Have some fun with singer/guitarist, Dave Moran as he entertains with favorite interactive children's songs. Recommended for children age 5 ...

Pop In and Paint at Painting With A Twist Sarasota

Looking for something creative to do during the week? We’re now offering Pop In & Paint hours! This freestyle DIY ...

Tuesday Night Family Fun Ride in Venice

Meet/Park at the Parking Lot Corner near Tampa Ave W and Nokomis Ave W. Bikes out at 6 pm so arrive ...

  • 6:00 pm -  9:00 pm 
  • Location: Venice Gazabo Centennial Park, 200 W Venice Ave, Venice
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Family Fun

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 ...

KidJump at Defy Bradenton

If your kids are 6 and under check-out KidJump, every Mon-Fri from 9am-11pm. 1 Free Parent, per purchase of ...

  • 9:00 am - 11:00 am 
  • Location: Defy Bradenton, 7385 52nd Place E, Bradenton, FL 34203
  • Cost: $17.99 for one child (ages 6 and under) and one adult, for one hour
  • Website: defy.com
  • Category: Family Fun

UTC Dance Days with Miss Jodi

UTC DANCE DAYS ARE BACK Join me every other Wednesday for dance @utcsarasota beginning 9/4/24. Starts at 9am! So excited to ...

  • 9:00 am - 10:00 am 
  • Location: The Green at UTC, 140 University Town Center, Sarasota, FL
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Family Fun

Screamin' Green Hauntoween at Crayola Experience Orlando

Creep your way through spooky, family fun! Screamin' Green Hauntoween is back! From Sept. 21 - Oct. 31, come experience SPOOKtacular ...

  • 10:00 am -  6:00 pm 
  • Location: 8001 S. Orange Blossom Trail, Orlando, FL, United States, Florida 32809
  • Cost: See website
  • Website: www.crayolaexperience.com
  • Category: Family Fun

Storytime at Barnes and Noble

Join us for story-time reading singing and activities! Fun for all!!

Glow Zone Wednesdays at Sky Zone

We’re Different After Dark. Lasers, music and blacklight transform the whole park into a crazy jumping dance club. DRESS TO IMPRESS: ...

  • 3:30 pm -  9:00 pm 
  • Location: Sky Zone Sarasota: 6180 Edgelake Drive, Sarasota, FL 34240
  • Cost: $29-$37
  • Website: www.skyzone.com
  • Category: Family Fun

Quirky Crafters: Spooky Fall Desk Organizer Elsie Quirk Library

Get your desk ready for fall with a DIY organizer you'll actually want to use! Join us for a chill ...

Soar in 4 Monthly Family Night at The Bishop Museum

Soar in 4 Events teach families how to use the FREE materials and books that are distributed to support classroom ...

  • 5:30 pm -  7:00 pm 
  • Location: The Bishop Museum of Science and Nature, 210 10th St West, Bradenton, FL 34205
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: soarin4.org
  • Category: Family Fun

Ranch Nite Wednesdays at Waterside Place at Lakewood Ranch

Your favorite weeknight hangout is back at Waterside Place, the newest town center in Lakewood Ranch! Ranch Nite Wednesday kicks off ...

  • 6:00 pm -  9:00 pm 
  • Location: Waterside Place, 1561 Lakefront Drive, Lakewood Ranch, FL 34240
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: lakewoodranch.com
  • Category: Family Fun

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 ...

KidJump at Defy Bradenton

If your kids are 6 and under check-out KidJump, every Mon-Fri from 9am-11pm. 1 Free Parent, per purchase of ...

  • 9:00 am - 11:00 am 
  • Location: Defy Bradenton, 7385 52nd Place E, Bradenton, FL 34203
  • Cost: $17.99 for one child (ages 6 and under) and one adult, for one hour
  • Website: defy.com
  • Category: Family Fun

Stay and Play at Harvest United Methodist Church

Are you a stay-at-home caregiver looking for a way to interact and engage in meaningful activities with your child/children? If ...

  • 9:30 am - 10:45 am 
  • Location: Harvest United Methodist Church, 14305 Covenant Way, Lakewood Ranch, FL, 34202
  • Cost: $5 per family/per session
  • Website: www.welcometoharvest.org
  • Category: Family Fun

Open Play Gym at GTFL Athletics

Come in and play with your child! Parent supervision out in the gym required. Ages 12m - 5 years Parent signed waiver ...

  • 10:00 am - 12:00 pm 
  • Location: GTFL Athletics, 519 S Tamiami Trail, Venice, FL 34285
  • Cost: $10/hour ($7 members) or $15 ($10 members) for more than one hour
  • Website: www.gtflathletics.com
  • Category: Family Fun

Screamin' Green Hauntoween at Crayola Experience Orlando

Creep your way through spooky, family fun! Screamin' Green Hauntoween is back! From Sept. 21 - Oct. 31, come experience SPOOKtacular ...

  • 10:00 am -  6:00 pm 
  • Location: 8001 S. Orange Blossom Trail, Orlando, FL, United States, Florida 32809
  • Cost: See website
  • Website: www.crayolaexperience.com
  • Category: Family Fun

Tot Time at the George Mullen Activity Center

Did you hear about Tot Time's Saturday program? We added a fun twist to your Tot Time experience! We are ...

  • 10:00 am - 12:00 pm 
  • Location: George Mullen Activity Center, 1602 Kramer Way, North Port 34286
  • Cost: Residents $3/child | Non-Residents $4/child
  • Website: www.northportfl.gov
  • Category: Family Fun

Pop In and Paint at Painting With A Twist Bradenton

Looking for something creative to do during the week? We’re now offering Pop In & Paint hours! This freestyle DIY ...

  • 11:00 am -  3:00 pm 
  • Location: Painting With A Twist, 5917 Manatee AvenueW, Suite 209, Bradenton, FL 34209
  • Cost: Varies by project
  • Website: www.paintingwithatwist.com
  • Category: Family Fun

Pop In and Paint at Painting With A Twist Sarasota

Looking for something creative to do during the week? We’re now offering Pop In & Paint hours! This freestyle DIY ...

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 ...

KidJump at Defy Bradenton

If your kids are 6 and under check-out KidJump, every Mon-Fri from 9am-11pm. 1 Free Parent, per purchase of ...

  • 9:00 am - 11:00 am 
  • Location: Defy Bradenton, 7385 52nd Place E, Bradenton, FL 34203
  • Cost: $17.99 for one child (ages 6 and under) and one adult, for one hour
  • Website: defy.com
  • Category: Family Fun

Screamin' Green Hauntoween at Crayola Experience Orlando

Creep your way through spooky, family fun! Screamin' Green Hauntoween is back! From Sept. 21 - Oct. 31, come experience SPOOKtacular ...

  • 10:00 am -  6:00 pm 
  • Location: 8001 S. Orange Blossom Trail, Orlando, FL, United States, Florida 32809
  • Cost: See website
  • Website: www.crayolaexperience.com
  • Category: Family Fun

Pop In and Paint at Painting With A Twist Bradenton

Looking for something creative to do during the week? We’re now offering Pop In & Paint hours! This freestyle DIY ...

  • 11:00 am -  3:00 pm 
  • Location: Painting With A Twist, 5917 Manatee AvenueW, Suite 209, Bradenton, FL 34209
  • Cost: Varies by project
  • Website: www.paintingwithatwist.com
  • Category: Family Fun

Village of the Arts Art Walk and Market

Music - Food - Art in the Village of the Arts for our monthly 1st Friday & Saturday Art Walk Free ...

  • 11:00 am -  4:00 pm 
  • Location: Village of the Arts Square, 9th Ave W - 17th Ave W, Bradenton 34205
  • Cost: Free to Attend
  • Website: villageofthearts.org
  • Category: Family Fun

Pop In and Paint at Painting With A Twist Sarasota

Looking for something creative to do during the week? We’re now offering Pop In & Paint hours! This freestyle DIY ...

Friday Fest at Van Wezel

Get ready to groove because Friday Fest is BACK! Join us for our beloved outdoor concert series at the Van ...

  • 5:00 pm -  9:00 pm 
  • Location: Van Wezel Performing Arts Hall: 777 N Tamiami Trail, Sarasota, FL
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Family Fun

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 ...

  • 6:00 pm -  9:00 pm 
  • Location: 7321 Trade Court, Sarasota, FL 34240
  • Cost: starting at $18.95
  • Website: www.jfipark.com
  • Category: Family Fun

Music on Main in Lakewood Ranch

Join us on Lakewood Ranch Main Street from 6 – 9 pm for Music on Main, a free concert series ...

  • 6:00 pm -  9:00 pm 
  • Location: 8100 Lakewood Main St, Bradenton, FL 34202
  • Cost: FREE (Items and Food Available for Purchase)
  • Website: lakewoodranch.com
  • Category: Family Fun

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 ...

  • 6:30 pm - 11:00 pm 
  • Location: Sky Zone Sarasota: 6180 Edgelake Drive, Sarasota, FL 34240
  • Cost: $29-$37
  • Website: www.skyzone.com
  • Category: Family Fun

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 ...

Lakewood Ranch Youth and Teen Fishing Tournament

Our annual Youth & Teen Fishing Tournament is close casting off! Join us on October 5th at Lake Uihlein as The ...

  • 8:00 am - 12:00 am 
  • Location: Lake Uihlein, 8175 Lakewood Ranch Blvd., Lakewood Ranch, FL 34202
  • Cost: Tickets for Residents $5 | Non-Residents $15
  • Website: mylwr.com
  • Category: Family Fun

Ride & Paddle Guided Kayak Tour at The Bay

Experience The Bay from the water! Explore the restored mangroves and other flora and fauna of The Bay on this ...

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 for up to 2 hours of play
  • Website: www.skyzone.com
  • Category: Family Fun

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, ...

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 ...

Creative Liberties Family Art Day - Rescheduled to October 5th

Bring the whole family and spend the morning making art together during our Family Art Day. No RSVP is required, ...

Free Beginning Martial Arts Intro Course (ages 3-4) at Premier Martial Arts

Your Child Will Receive the Following: FREE Uniform! Earn a White Belt Thoughts become actions, actions become habits and habits become a person’s ...

  • 9:30 am - 10:00 am 
  • Location: Premier Martial Arts University Park, 5275 University Parkway #127 Bradenton, FL 34201
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: www.eventbrite.com
  • Category: Family Fun

All Day Roller Skating at Astro Skate

12:30pm - 6pm $8 plus rental

Annual Dakin Dairy Farms Harvest Festival

Come out for some good ole farm fun! First annual Dakin Harvest Festival! Corn maze, Hay rides, Vendors & Food Trucks, ...

  • 10:00 am -  5:00 pm 
  • Location: 30771 Betts Rd, Myakka City, FL 34251
  • Cost: $15 | Kids 10 and under are free
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Family Fun

Fall Harvest Days at Keel Farms

Come spend your Saturdays and Sundays with us every weekend in October starting the 5th! Join us from 10am - 3 ...

  • 10:00 am -  3:00 pm 
  • Location: Keel Farms, 5202 Thonotosasssa Rd, Plant City, FL33565
  • Cost: Free admission | $10 parking
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Family Fun

Fruitville Grove Pumpkin Festival

It's that time of the year again! Time for Fall photos, festival foods, and family activities that will make lasting ...

  • 10:00 am -  5:00 pm 
  • Location: Fruitville Grove | 7410 Fruitville Rd, Sarasota, FL, 34240
  • Cost: Free admission. Some rides and activities range from $1-$10
  • Website: fruitvillegrovefarm.com
  • Category: Family Fun

Glass Slipper Princess Pumpkin Decorating at Party Palace

Step into a world of enchantment as the Glass Slipper Princess invites your little ones for a morning of royal ...

  • 10:00 am - 11:30 am 
  • Location: Party Palace, 935 North Beneva Road, #403, Sarasota, FL 34232
  • Cost: $35 per child
  • Website: checkout.square.site
  • Category: Family Fun

Manatee County's Healthy Families Day

After postponing due to Hurricane Debby, we are pleased to announce that the Department of Health in Manatee County will ...

  • 10:00 am -  2:00 pm 
  • Location: WIC Main Office, 212 6th Ave. E. Bradenton, FL 34208
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: www.eventbrite.com
  • Category: Family Fun

Repticon Sarasota at the Sahib Shrine Center

This show features everything that you’ve come to love most about Repticon’s two days of fun and excitement all rolled ...

  • 10:00 am -  4:00 pm 
  • Location: Sahib Shrine Center, 600 N Beneva Rd, Sarasota, FL 34232
  • Cost: $10 (Adult), $5 (Ages 5-12), ages 4 and under are free
  • Website: repticon.com
  • Category: Family Fun

Screamin' Green Hauntoween at Crayola Experience Orlando

Creep your way through spooky, family fun! Screamin' Green Hauntoween is back! From Sept. 21 - Oct. 31, come experience SPOOKtacular ...

  • 10:00 am -  6:00 pm 
  • Location: 8001 S. Orange Blossom Trail, Orlando, FL, United States, Florida 32809
  • Cost: See website
  • Website: www.crayolaexperience.com
  • Category: Family Fun

Tiny Tots at Astro Skate

Saturdays is Tiny Tots Skate at Astro Skate!

Musical Chairs at The Bazaar

Inspired by New York's Bryant Park's 20th celebration, The Bazaar will play their own version of Musical Chairs. Same game ...

  • 11:00 am - 11:50 am 
  • Location: The Bazaar on Apricot & Lime 821 Apricot Ave. Sarasota FL 34237
  • Cost: $3 in advance, $5 day of
  • Website: www.hamletseatery.com
  • Category: Family Fun

Slime Making Art Party at The Makery

Get ready for a gooey extravaganza! Join us to squish, stretch, and sparkle in a world of slimy adventures. Turn into a ...

  • 11:00 am - 12:00 pm 
  • Location: The Makery SRQ, 821 Apricot Ave. B, Sarasota, FL 34237
  • Cost: $35 per child
  • Website: www.themakerysrq.com
  • Category: Family Fun

Storytime at Barnes and Noble

Join us for story-time reading singing and activities! Fun for all!!

Village of the Arts Art Walk and Market

Music - Food - Art in the Village of the Arts for our monthly 1st Friday & Saturday Art Walk Free ...

  • 11:00 am -  4:00 pm 
  • Location: Village of the Arts Square, 9th Ave W - 17th Ave W, Bradenton 34205
  • Cost: Free to Attend
  • Website: villageofthearts.org
  • Category: Family Fun

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 ...

  • 12:00 pm - 10:30 pm 
  • Location: Astro Skate 3611 3rd St. W., Bradenton, FL
  • Cost: $7 (plus skate rental), Family of 5 for $20 (with one adult.)
  • Website: astroskatingcenter.com
  • Category: Family Fun

Pop's-toberfest

"It's like Okoberfest, only better!" Join us for the 3rd annual Oktoberfest Celebration in the Pop's Sunset Grill Beer Garden (aka ...

Reggae Nights on the Island at Centennial Park

Join us under the stars in the beautiful setting of Venice, Florida, for an unforgettable evening filled with the vibrant ...

  • 2:00 pm -  9:00 pm 
  • Location: Centennial Park, 200 West Venice Avenue Venice, FL 34285
  • Cost: $20
  • Website: www.eventbrite.com
  • Category: Family Fun

Cedar Point Environmental Park Presents Halloween Haunted Trails

Cedar Point's Halloween Haunted Trails event is a 4 day fundraiser occurring every Saturday night in October between 6:00-9:00pm. This ...

  • 6:00 pm -  9:00 pm 
  • Location: Cedar Point Environmental Park, 2300 Placida Rd, Englewood FL 34224
  • Cost: Early bird admission $5, On the spot $8, kids 6 and under free
  • Website: www.checflorida.org
  • Category: Family Fun

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 ...

  • 6:00 pm -  9:00 pm 
  • Location: 7321 Trade Court, Sarasota, FL 34240
  • Cost: starting at $18.95
  • Website: www.jfipark.com
  • Category: Family Fun

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 ...

  • 6:30 pm - 11:00 pm 
  • Location: Sky Zone Sarasota: 6180 Edgelake Drive, Sarasota, FL 34240
  • Cost: $29-$37
  • Website: www.skyzone.com
  • Category: Family Fun

Astronomy at The Bay

In recognition of International Astronomy Day on Oct 1, Suncoast Stargazers and Sidewalk Science will be on hand with a ...

  • 7:30 pm -  9:30 pm 
  • Location: The Bay Park, 1055 Blvd of the Arts, Sarasota, FL 34236
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: www.eventbrite.com
  • Category: Family Fun
September 29 - October 5