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04October

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
05October

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!

Open Studio: Kids' Choose Any at Painting with a Twist Sarasota

Drop the kids off OR paint with them. The choice is up to you! Choose any 1.5 hour painting out ...

Casting For The Kids Fishing Tournament and Fundraiser

**POSTPONED DUE TO THE STORM** Please join us for our 5th Annual Casting for the Kids Fundraising Fishing Tournament presented ...

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

It's Anime Time at Painting with a Twist Sarasota

This party is for all ages!

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

Rocktoberfest UTC

7 bands. 7 venues. 1 epic night. Get ready to rock at the first-ever ROCKtoberfest at UTC on Saturday, October ...

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
06October

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

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

Junie B Jones the Musical at Florida Studio Theatre

Join Junie B. as she starts a new school year, writing down her escapades in her Top-Secret Personal Beeswax Journal. ...

Pumpkins and Pajamas at Arts A Blaze Studio

Family friendly pottery painting event. Wear your coziest Halloween pj’s, paint a pumpkin and enjoy some donuts and coffee with ...

  • 10:00 am -  4:00 pm 
  • Location: Arts a Blaze Studio, 8111 Lakewood Main St, Bradenton, FL 34202
  • Cost: $5
  • Website: bookwhen.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

Seashore Seafari at the Mote Marine Laboratory and Aquarium - City Island

Explore a Florida mangrove forest lining beautiful Sarasota Bay! Participants will learn all about mangroves including how to identify them, ...

  • 10:30 am - 11:30 am 
  • Location: Mote Marine Laboratory and Aquarium, 1600 Ken Thompson Parkway, Sarasota, FL
  • Cost: $15 per person. Aquarium admission is NOT included.
  • Website: mote.org
  • Category: Family Fun

Roller Skating at Astro Skate

1pm - 5pm $7 plus rental

$2 Skate at Astro Skate

Join us for $2 Skate every Sunday!

Park-toberfest at The Bay

The DeLeon Family Band returns to The Bay to perform traditional "oompah"-style and a range of other music. Make sure to ...

  • 5:00 pm -  7:00 pm 
  • Location: The Bay Park, 1055 Blvd of the Arts, Sarasota, FL 34236
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: www.eventbrite.com
  • Category: Family Fun

Hip Hop Family Skate at Astro Skate

Join us for Hip Hop Skate night every Sunday!

07October

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

Soar in 4 Story Time at Braden River Library

Soar in 4 StoryTime is held twice a month at Manatee County Public Library locations, families participate in a read ...

  • 10:30 am - 11:00 am 
  • Location: Braden River Library, 4915 53rd Avenue E, Bradenton, FL
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: soarin4.org
  • 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

Not So Scary Movie Night: Hocus Pocus at Elsie Quirk Library

Celebrate the start of spooky season with us! Enjoy watching "Hocus Pocus" on our big-screen. We'll have fresh-popped popcorn and ...

08October

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

FIT4MOM Craft, Coffee Date, or Playdate at James L. Patton Park

We are so excited that you and your little(s)will be joining us for our free weekly craft date!!! Please check ...

Fall Themed Sensory Class at Playtime Plaza

Our theme for the sensory class next week is Fall.

  • 10:00 am - 10:30 am 
  • Location: Playtime Plaza, 6740 28th Street Cir E, Sarasota, FL 34243
  • Cost: $30 includes open play
  • Website: www.playtimeplazallc.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 - CANCELED UNTIL FURTHER NOTICE

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 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
09October

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

Soar in 4 Story Time at Palmetto Library

Soar in 4 StoryTime is held twice a month at Manatee County Public Library locations, families participate in a read ...

  • 11:00 am - 11:30 am 
  • Location: Palmetto Library, 923 6th St W, Palmetto FL 34221
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: soarin4.org
  • 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

Oktoberfest at Edelweiss Restaurant

It's the best time of the year! Well it is in our book-- Oktoberfest Time! Get out all the German ...

  • 4:00 pm -  7:00 pm 
  • Location: 611 Manatee Ave E, Bradenton, FL
  • Cost: Free to Attend
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Family Fun

Kids Night Fall Festival at Culver's Bradenton

Pumpkin Painting – Let your little artists get creative with fall-themed pumpkin painting! Indoor Scavenger Hunt – Adventure awaits as kids ...

  • 5:00 pm -  7:00 pm 
  • Location: 13020 SR 64 East, Bradenton, FL, 34211
  • Cost: Kids Eat Free (One free Kids Meal with the purchase of an adult’s regular value basket)
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • 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

Selby Gardens Lights at Spooky Point

Kicking off Wednesday, October 9(naturally!), our popular Halloween-themed light show is back for a second year! Don’t miss the chance to ...

  • 6:30 pm -  9:00 pm 
  • Location: Historic Spanish Point Campus, 401 North Tamiami Trail, Osprey, FL 34229
  • Cost: $24 for members / $34 for non-members / $19 for children (5–17) / Free for 4 and under
  • Website: selby.org
  • Category: Family Fun
10October

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

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 ...

Soar in 4 Story Time at Little Discovery Center

Soar in 4 StoryTime is held twice a month at Manatee County Public Library locations, families participate in a read ...

  • 11:30 am - 12:00 pm 
  • Location: Little Discovery Center, 321 15th St W, Bradenton, FL 34205
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: soarin4.org
  • Category: Family Fun

Oktoberfest at Edelweiss Restaurant

It's the best time of the year! Well it is in our book-- Oktoberfest Time! Get out all the German ...

  • 4:00 pm -  7:00 pm 
  • Location: 611 Manatee Ave E, Bradenton, FL
  • Cost: Free to Attend
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Family Fun

Downtown Wellen Park Night Market

The Wellen Park Night Market will bring together independent artists + makers specializing in home decor, fashion, art, design, food ...

  • 6:00 pm -  9:00 pm 
  • Location: 12275 Mercado Drive Venice, FL 34293
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: wellenpark.com
  • Category: Family Fun

Selby Gardens Lights at Spooky Point

Kicking off Wednesday, October 9(naturally!), our popular Halloween-themed light show is back for a second year! Don’t miss the chance to ...

  • 6:30 pm -  9:00 pm 
  • Location: Historic Spanish Point Campus, 401 North Tamiami Trail, Osprey, FL 34229
  • Cost: $24 for members / $34 for non-members / $19 for children (5–17) / Free for 4 and under
  • Website: selby.org
  • Category: Family Fun

Halloween Dance Party on the Green at UTC

Let’s boo-gie! Meet us on The Green on Thursday, October 10 for a wickedly fun Halloween Dance Party. Come show ...

  • 7:00 pm -  9:00 pm 
  • Location: 140 University Town Center Drive, Sarasota, FL 34243
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Family Fun
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