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20October

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 ...

Daily Live Music Series at Wellen Park

Join us for Downtown Wellen Park’s Daily Live Music Series! We will have a rotating line up of musicians showcasing ...

  • 9:00 am -  1:00 pm 
  • Location: 19745 Wellen Park Blvd, Venice, FL 34293
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: wellenpark.com
  • Category: Free

Fresh Harvest Farmers Market at Wellen Park

Join us in Downtown Wellen for the Fresh Harvest Farmers Market every Sunday! Shop fresh fruit, vegetables, plants, seafood, ...

  • 9:00 am -  1:00 pm 
  • Location: 12275 Mercado Drive Venice, FL 34293
  • Cost: Free admission
  • Website: wellenpark.com
  • Category: Free

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: Free

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: Free

Sun Fiesta at Centennial Park - Downtown Venice- CANCELED

Live Music and Entertainment Arts & Crafts Vendors Bed Race Beer and Wine Tent Food Vendors Raffle and Auction Sun Fiesta T-shirts ​No outside food or beverage ...

  • 10:00 am -  5:30 pm 
  • Location: 200 W Venice Ave, Venice, FL 34285
  • Cost: Free admission
  • Website: www.womenssertoma.com
  • Category: Free

Christ Presbyterian Church Pumpkin Patch Party

We will have games and activities, yummy food, multiple bounce houses and more. Invite your friends, family and neighbors. Admission ...

  • 3:00 pm -  6:00 pm 
  • Location: 515 Upper Manatee River Road, Bradenton, FL 34212
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: emphasisonchrist.org
  • Category: Free

Fall Festival at Gulf Coast Church

We are so excited for Fall Fest! FREE fun for the whole fam! Can’t wait to see you there! ACTIVITIES: Bounce ...

  • 4:00 pm -  7:00 pm 
  • Location: 2800 Pan American Boulevard, North Port, FL 34287
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Free

Parrish United Methodist Church Thrift Annex Holiday Open House

Join us for a visit with Santa, door prizes, cookies, hotdogs, music and lots of friendly faces.

  • 4:00 pm -  7:00 pm 
  • Location: 12180 US Hwy 301 N, Parrish, FL,
  • Cost: Free to attend
  • Website: parrishumc.com
  • Category: Free

Sukkot Down On The Farm at Chabad of Sarasota

"Join Chabad of Sarasota for a fun afternoon, and an opportunity to connect with other families. Sukkot is a time ...

  • 4:00 pm -  7:00 pm 
  • Location: Chabad of Sarasota - 7700 Beneva Rd, Sarasota, Fl 34238
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: www.sarasotachabad.com
  • Category: Free

Trunk or Treat at Harvest United Methodist Church

All are invited to join Harvest Families for Trunk or Treat on October 20 from 4:00-6:00pm! There will be tons ...

  • 4:00 pm -  6:00 pm 
  • Location: Harvest United Methodist Church, 14305 Covenant Way, Lakewood Ranch, FL, 34202
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Free
21October

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 ...

Mom's Walk or Run Meetup at The Roots Health Centers

Mom's Walk/Run Meetup Join us for a fun-filled morning at The Roots Health Centers! This in-person event is specially designed for ...

  • 9:00 am 
  • Location: The Roots Health Centers 8209 Natures Way #115 Lakewood Ranch, FL 34202
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: www.eventbrite.com
  • Category: Free

Baby Storytime at Lakewood Ranch Library

Join us at the Lakewood Ranch Library for songs, rhymes, and stories for babies ages 0-18 Months. Optional play time ...

  • 10:00 am - 10:45 am 
  • Location: Lakewood Ranch Library, 16410 Rangeland Parkway Lakewood Ranch, FL 34211
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: lakewoodranch.com
  • Category: Free

Forty Carrots PARTNERS IN PLAY® Elsie Quirk Library

Enjoy special uninterrupted play time with your child in our FREE Partners In Play® (PIP) groups. Meet our friendly Parenting ...

  • 10:15 am - 11:15 am 
  • Location: Elsie Quirk Library 100 W Dearborn St, Englewood, FL 34223
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: fortycarrots.com
  • Category: Free

Forty Carrots PARTNERS IN PLAY® Venice Public Library

Enjoy special uninterrupted play time with your child in our FREE Partners In Play® (PIP) groups. Meet our friendly Parenting ...

  • 10:15 am -  1:00 pm 
  • Location: Venice Library 300 Nokomis Ave S, Venice, FL 34285
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: fortycarrots.com
  • Category: Free

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: Free

Social Circle at The Flock SRQ

The Flock - Where Wellness and Play Meet: Discover the joy of building a supportive community of friends who share the ...

  • 11:00 am - 11:30 am 
  • Location: The Flock SRQ, 1977 Brother Geenen Way, Sarasota, FL 34236
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: theflocksrq.com
  • Category: Free

Forty Carrots WELCOME TO OUR WORLD®

A Free Group for Parents and Infants | 0 to 7 Months Bringing a baby into the world can fill our ...

  • 11:30 am - 12:30 pm 
  • Location: The Parenting Center at Forty Carrots, 1350 Cattlemen Road, Sarasota, 34232
  • Cost: Free, No preregistration required
  • Website: fortycarrots.com
  • Category: Free

Forty Carrots WELCOME TO OUR WORLD® at Jacaranda Library

Bringing a baby into the world can fill our hearts with joy and love, and our minds with questions and ...

  • 12:15 pm -  1:00 pm 
  • Location: Jacaranda Library, 4143 Woodmere Park Blvd, Venice, FL 34293
  • Cost: Free, No preregistration required
  • Website: fortycarrots.com
  • Category: Free

180 Skate Meet Ups at Payne Park

Come join us every Monday at 2pm. All are welcomed and it is completely FREE!

  • 2:00 pm 
  • Location: Payne Park, 2010 Adams Lane, Sarasota, FL
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: 180skate.org
  • Category: Free

Quirky Crafters: Ghost Paintings at Elsie Quirk Library

Get ready to turn old art into something spooky! Have fun creating your own ghost painting by transforming real artwork ...

Teen Writers Club at North Port Library

If you like writing your own pieces or would like to branch out and grow your creativity, come join us ...

  • 4:00 pm -  5:30 pm 
  • Location: North Port Library (Veranda room) 13800 Tamiami Trail North Port, FL 34287
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: scgovlibrary.librarymarket.com
  • Category: Free
22October

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 ...

180 Skate Homeschool Skate Meet Ups at Payne Park

Calling all homeschoolers! Join us every Tuesday from 9am to 11am. We will have snacks, drinks, extra boards and protective ...

  • 9:00 am - 11:00 am 
  • Location: Payne Park, 2010 Adams Lane, Sarasota, FL
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: 180skate.org
  • Category: Free

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: Free

Forty Carrots PARTNERS IN PLAY® Central Library

Enjoy special uninterrupted play time with your child in our FREE Partners In Play® (PIP) groups. Meet our friendly Parenting ...

  • 9:45 am - 10:45 am 
  • Location: Central Library 1301 1st Ave W, Bradenton, Fl 34205
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: fortycarrots.com
  • Category: Free

Birding Basics Youth Program at Urfer Park

Learn how to spot and identify birds in their natural habitat at this beginner birding program. Your little ones will ...

  • 10:00 am - 12:00 pm 
  • Location: Urfer Family Park, 4012 Honore Avenue Sarasota, FL 34233
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: www.eventbrite.com
  • Category: Free

Longboat Key Town Hall Pop-Up Library/Treats with the Town

Enjoy Treats with the Town while ensuring Library Services are available to you! Come one, come all!

  • 10:00 am - 12:00 pm 
  • Location: 501 Bay Isles Road, Longboat Key, FL 34228 (Town Hall)
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: www.longboatkey.org
  • Category: Free

Toddler Storytime at Lakewood Ranch Library

Join us at the Lakewood Ranch Library for stories, songs, rhymes, and lots of movement for toddlers ages 18 months ...

  • 10:00 am - 11:45 am 
  • Location: Lakewood Ranch Library, 16410 Rangeland Parkway Lakewood Ranch, FL 34211
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: lakewoodranch.com
  • Category: Free

Forty Carrots PARTNERS IN PLAY® North Sarasota Library

Enjoy special uninterrupted play time with your child in our FREE Partners In Play® (PIP) groups. Meet our friendly Parenting ...

  • 10:15 am - 11:15 am 
  • Location: North Sarasota Library 2801 Newtown Blvd, Sarasota, FL 34234
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: fortycarrots.com
  • Category: Free

Stroller Tours at The Ringling

Join a museum educator for a one-hour tour designed for parents or caregivers visiting the museum with an infant or ...

  • 10:30 am - 11:15 am 
  • Location: 5401 Bay Shore Road, Sarasota, FL 34243
  • Cost: Free, Ticket Required
  • Website: www.ringling.org
  • Category: Free

Forty Carrots PARTNERS IN PLAY® South Manatee Library

Enjoy special uninterrupted play time with your child in our FREE Partners In Play® (PIP) groups. Meet our friendly Parenting ...

  • 12:00 pm -  1:00 pm 
  • Location: South Manatee Library 6081 26th Street West Bradenton, FL
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: fortycarrots.com
  • Category: Free

Forty Carrots PARTNERS IN PLAY® Palmetto Library

Enjoy special uninterrupted play time with your child in our FREE Partners In Play® (PIP) groups. Meet our friendly Parenting ...

  • 12:30 pm -  1:30 pm 
  • Location: Palmetto Library 923 6th St W, Palmetto, FL 34221 ·
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: fortycarrots.com
  • Category: Free

Postpartum Support at Mothers Helping Mothers

Every Tuesday. Postpartum support for caregivers of babies 0-12 months old. Topics might include: the myths vs expectations of caregiving, managing ...

  • 12:30 pm -  1:30 pm 
  • Location: 5933 N. Washington Blvd., Sarasota, FL 34243
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Free

Forty Carrots WELCOME TO OUR WORLD® at Braden River Library

Bringing a baby into the world can fill our hearts with joy and love, and our minds with questions and ...

  • 2:00 pm -  2:45 pm 
  • Location: Braden River Library, 4915 53rd Avenue East, Bradenton, FL 34203
  • Cost: Free, No preregistration required
  • Website: fortycarrots.com
  • Category: Free

Teen Movie Afternoon at Venice Library

Drop by the teen room and watch this week's requested movie. Add more wish list movies to our clipboard request ...

  • 2:30 pm -  4:30 pm 
  • Location: William H. Jervey, Jr. Library (Teen room), 300 Nokomis Ave. S, Venice, FL 34285
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: scgovlibrary.librarymarket.com
  • Category: Free

Tinker Tuesday at North Sarasota Library

A different project every week! No prior experience necessary. Recommended for ages 6 and up.

  • 4:00 pm -  5:00 pm 
  • Location: North Sarasota Library (Meeting room II) 2801 Newtown Blvd, Sarasota, FL 34234
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: scgovlibrary.librarymarket.com
  • Category: Free

Chess Club at North Port Library

Want to play chess? Can’t find someone or somewhere to play? First & Fourth Tuesday of every month. 5 - ...

  • 5:00 pm -  7:00 pm 
  • Location: North Port Library (Veranda room) 13800 Tamiami Trail North Port, FL 34287
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: scgovlibrary.librarymarket.com
  • Category: Free

Weekly Free Fun Run/Walk at New Balance University

Come Walk or Run with a group: Bathrooms and Water provided and lots of positive Vibes

  • 5:00 pm -  6:00 pm 
  • Location: 315 N. Cattlemen Rd., Suite 1, Sarasota FL 34243
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Free

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: Free
23October

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 ...

UTC Kids Club: Gameland

Join us for UTC Kids Club, a weekly lineup of high-energy, interactive experiences for kids. It’s all fun and games ...

  • 9:00 am - 10:00 pm 
  • Location: 125 N Cattleman Rd. Sarasota, FL 34243
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: utcsarasota.com
  • Category: Free

FIT4MOM Halloween Stroller Strides and Storytime at Lakewood Ranch Library

FIT4MOM Lakewood Ranch/Sarasota will be having a FREE Stroller Strides class and story time with a Halloween theme!!! Let's talk ...

Drop-In Art for Preschoolers at Lakewood Ranch Library

Join us every Wednesday at 10:00 for simple open art project. Helps fine motor as well as creative skills!

  • 10:00 am - 11:00 am 
  • Location: Lakewood Ranch Library, 16410 Rangeland Parkway, Bradenton, FL 34211
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: manateelibrary.libcal.com
  • Category: Free

Parenting Matters Musical Motion at Mothers Helping Mothers

Musical Motion is for parents/caregivers and their children, ages 0-5. Musical Motion is a fun parent-child learn & play class ...

  • 10:00 am - 11:00 am 
  • Location: Mothers Helping Mothers, 5933 N Washington Blvd, Sarasota, FL. 34243
  • Cost: One time $10 enrollment fee.
  • Website: parentingmattersfl.org
  • Category: Free

Wednesday Playdate at the Sarasota Art Museum

For early learners with an adult, Your Wednesday Playdates deliver an art project led by a professional teaching artist and ...

  • 10:00 am - 12:00 pm 
  • Location: Sarasota Art Museum, 1001 South Tamiami Trail Sarasota, FL 34236
  • Cost: Free For Members or Free With Admission
  • Website: www.sarasotaartmuseum.org
  • Category: Free

Forty Carrots PARTNERS IN PLAY® Gulf Gate Library

Enjoy special uninterrupted play time with your child in our FREE Partners In Play® (PIP) groups. Meet our friendly Parenting ...

  • 10:15 am -  1:00 pm 
  • Location: Gulf Gate Library 7112 Curtiss Ave, Sarasota, FL 34231
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: fortycarrots.com
  • Category: Free

Forty Carrots PARTNERS IN PLAY® Shannon Staub Library

Enjoy special uninterrupted play time with your child in our FREE Partners In Play® (PIP) groups. Meet our friendly Parenting ...

  • 10:15 am -  1:00 pm 
  • Location: Shannon Staub Library 4675 Career Lane, North Port, Fl 34289
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: fortycarrots.com
  • Category: Free

Activity Hour at Shannon Staub Library

Kids can enjoy loosely structured play with a variety of rotating toys and activities in our Story Time Room. Age ...

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: Free

Ear Research Foundation: Trick Ear Treat

Free Hearing Screenings & Hearing Tests for any child ages 2 - 17 Wear your costume! Games, prizes, raffles, photo booth ...

  • 4:00 pm -  8:00 pm 
  • Location: Ear Research Foundation, Inc, 1901 Floyd Street Sarasota, FL 34239
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Free

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 ...

  • 5:00 pm -  5:30 pm 
  • Location: The Flock SRQ, 1977 Brother Geenen Way, Sarasota, FL 34236
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: theflocksrq.com
  • Category: Free

Lego Club at North Port Library

Work on your own creations or build as a team. We provide the LEGOs, you provide the imagination. Age Group: Children ...

  • 6:00 pm -  7:00 pm 
  • Location: North Port Library (Veranda room) 13800 Tamiami Trail North Port, FL 34287
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: scgovlibrary.librarymarket.com
  • Category: Free

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: Free
24October

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 ...

Thursday Farmers Market at The Market on Dearborn

Join The Market on Dearborn as we participate in Englewood's Thursday Farmers Market Day! Guests will be able to enjoy ...

Ima and Me Morning Meet Up at Chabad of Sarasota

Calling All Moms! Join us for a Thursday morning social for moms and their little ones (ages 0-2) with a ...

  • 9:30 am - 10:30 am 
  • Location: Chabad of Sarasota - 7700 Beneva Rd, Sarasota, Fl 34238
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: bit.ly
  • Category: Free

Green Explorers: Dem Bones at Rye Preserve

Dem bones, dem bones, dem funny bones. Explore your bones and animal bones to discover the similarities and differences, and ...

  • 10:00 am - 12:00 pm 
  • Location: Rye Preserve, 905 Rye Wilderness Trail, Parrish, FL
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: events.humanitix.com
  • Category: Free

Forty Carrots PARTNERS IN PLAY® Gulf Gate Library

Enjoy special uninterrupted play time with your child in our FREE Partners In Play® (PIP) groups. Meet our friendly Parenting ...

  • 10:15 am -  1:00 pm 
  • Location: Gulf Gate Library 7112 Curtiss Ave, Sarasota, FL 34231
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: fortycarrots.com
  • Category: Free

Forty Carrots PARTNERS IN PLAY® Selby Library

Enjoy special uninterrupted play time with your child in our FREE Partners In Play® (PIP) groups. Meet our friendly Parenting ...

  • 10:15 am -  1:00 pm 
  • Location: Selby Library 1331 First St., Sarasota, FL 34236
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: fortycarrots.com
  • Category: Free

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: Free

Bark! O' Ween at the Arlington Park & Aquatic Complex

The Arlington Paw Park’s annual Bark-O-Ween event is sure to be a howling good time! Dress up your dog and ...

  • 5:30 pm -  6:00 pm 
  • Location: Arlington Park and Aquatic Complex, 2650 Waldemere Street, Sarasota, FL
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Free

Downtown Wellen Park Night Market - NEW DATE TONIGHT, RESCHEDULED FROM 10/10

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: Free

State College of Florida Trunk or Treat

Join SCF for our Annual Trunk or Treat event! Put on your costume and bring your family and friends ...

  • 6:00 pm -  8:00 pm 
  • Location: 5840 26th Street West, Bradenton, FL
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: programs.scf.edu
  • Category: Free

Optima Academy Online Parent Information Meeting

We will share all the details and pertinent enrollment information about Optima Academy Online. You will meet the Head of ...

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: Free

Simchat Torah Hakafot & Deli Dinner at Chabad of Sarasota

Simchat Torah at Chabad is more than joyous. The joyful singing and dancing, along with seeing children enjoying the holiday ...

  • 7:00 pm 
  • Location: Chabad of Sarasota - 7700 Beneva Rd, Sarasota, Fl 34238
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: www.sarasotachabad.com
  • Category: Free
25October

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 ...

Forty Carrots PARTNERS IN PLAY® Braden River Library

Enjoy special uninterrupted play time with your child in our FREE Partners In Play® (PIP) groups. Meet our friendly Parenting ...

  • 9:45 am - 10:45 am 
  • Location: Braden River Library 4915 53rd Ave E, Bradenton, FL 34203
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: fortycarrots.com
  • Category: Free

Forty Carrots PARTNERS IN PLAY® Anna Maria Island Library

Enjoy special uninterrupted play time with your child in our FREE Partners In Play® (PIP) groups. Meet our friendly Parenting ...

  • 10:00 am - 11:00 am 
  • Location: Anna Maria Island Library 5701 Marina Drive Holmes Beach, FL
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: fortycarrots.com
  • Category: Free

Parenting Matters Musical Motion at Rocky Bluff Library

Musical Motion is for parents/caregivers and their children, ages 0-5. Musical Motion is a fun parent-child learn & play class ...

  • 10:00 am - 11:00 am 
  • Location: Rocky Bluff Library, 6750 US 301, Ellenton, FL
  • Cost: One time $10 enrollment fee
  • Website: parentingmattersfl.org
  • Category: Free

Forty Carrots PARTNERS IN PLAY® Fruitville Library

Enjoy special uninterrupted play time with your child in our FREE Partners In Play® (PIP) groups. Meet our friendly Parenting ...

  • 10:15 am -  1:00 pm 
  • Location: Fruitville Library 100 Apex Rd, Sarasota, FL 34240 ·
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: fortycarrots.com
  • Category: Free

ROAR at The Ringling Fridays

ROAR! is our free storytime program that connects art with early literacy! Every week we read together, make art, and ...

  • 10:15 am - 11:30 am 
  • Location: 5401 Bay Shore Road, Sarasota, FL 34243
  • Cost: Free, tickets required
  • Website: www.ringling.org
  • Category: Free

Trick or Triples Tennis Tournament at Payne Park Tennis Center

This Halloween season, prepare for a spine-tingling showdown at the Payne Park Tennis Center! Gather your ghoulish crew and take ...

  • 12:00 pm -  5:00 pm 
  • Location: Payne Park Tennis Center, 2050 Adams Lane, Sarasota 34237
  • Cost: $30 per team
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Free

Forty Carrots PARTNERS IN PLAY® Lakewood Ranch Library

Enjoy special uninterrupted play time with your child in our FREE Partners In Play® (PIP) groups. Meet our friendly Parenting ...

  • 12:15 pm -  1:15 pm 
  • Location: Lakewood Ranch Library 16410 Rangeland Pkwy, Bradenton, FL
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: fortycarrots.com
  • Category: Free

Forty Carrots PARTNERS IN PLAY® Rocky Bluff Library

Enjoy special uninterrupted play time with your child in our FREE Partners In Play® (PIP) groups. Meet our friendly Parenting ...

  • 12:30 pm -  1:30 pm 
  • Location: Rocky Bluff Library 6750 US Highway 301 N, Ellenton, FL 34222
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: fortycarrots.com
  • Category: Free

Friday Night Market at The Market on Dearborn

Celebrate the end of the week with The Market on Dearborn and enjoy an evening farmers market with a variety ...

Goblin Gathering at GT Bray Park - NEW DATE

The Annual Goblin Gathering is on! Little and big goblins are invited to gather at GT Bray Park for the ...

  • 5:00 pm -  8:00 pm 
  • Location: GT Bray Park, 5502 33rd Ave Dr W, Bradenton, FL 34209
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Free

Matthews-Currie Ford Trunk or Treat

Join Us for the First Annual Trunk or Treat at Matthews Currie Ford! We’re thrilled to invite you to our ...

  • 5:00 pm -  7:30 pm 
  • Location: Matthews Currie Ford, 130 Tamiami Trl N, Nokomis, FL 34275
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Free

Sensory Friendly Boo! at The Bay

Join in the fun of this extra-special SENSORY-FRIENDLY Halloween experience. Designed to be accessible and inclusive for those who prefer ...

  • 5:00 pm -  6:00 pm 
  • Location: The Bay Park, 655 North Tamiami Trail, Sarasota, FL 34236
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: www.eventbrite.com
  • Category: Free

Suncoast Credit Union presents: Trick or Treat at City Center North Port

Join in on the fun for the annual Trick or Treat at City Center, presented by Suncoast Credit Union! This ...

  • 5:00 pm -  8:00 pm 
  • Location: City Center Front Green, 4970 City Hall Blvd., North Port
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Free

10th Annual Fall Fest at Palmer Ranch YMCA

Join us for a free spooktacular evening of fun! This event will have hay rides, face-painting, arts and crafts, carnival ...

  • 6:00 pm -  8:00 pm 
  • Location: Palmer Ranch YMCA, 8301 Potter Park Dr. Sarasota, FL 34238
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: operations.daxko.com
  • Category: Free

Atwater Elementary Trunk or Treat

Atwater Elementary Booster Club is proudly hosting it's 2nd Annual Trunk or Treat. This event is for Atwater Elementary students and ...

  • 6:00 pm -  8:00 pm 
  • Location: Atwater Elementary, 4701 Huntsville Avenue, North Port, FL 34288
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Free

Boo! at The Bay

Join in on this not-so-scary evening filled with trick or treating, free pumpkin pickings, yard games, a family movie night ...

  • 6:00 pm -  8:30 pm 
  • Location: Common Ground at The Bay Park 1055 Blvd of the Arts Sarasota, FL 34236
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: www.eventbrite.com
  • Category: Free

Daily Live Music Series at Wellen Park

Join us for Downtown Wellen Park’s Daily Live Music Series! We will have a rotating line up of musicians showcasing ...

  • 6:00 pm - 10:00 pm 
  • Location: 19745 Wellen Park Blvd, Venice, FL 34293
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: wellenpark.com
  • Category: Free

First Annual AFNY Trunk or Treat

Save the Date, October 25th. Join us at AFNY Specialties shop for a night of fun trunk or treating. Prizes ...

  • 6:00 pm 
  • Location: AFNY Shop, 3511 12th St E, Ellenton, FL 34222
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Free

Lakewood Ranch Main Street BooFest

2024 BooFest on Lakewood Main Street is going to be bigger and better than ever! Join us for family-friendly fun ...

  • 6:00 pm -  9:00 pm 
  • Location: 8100 Lakewood Main Street, Lakewood Ranch, FL, 34202
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Free

Sarasota BMX Trunk or Treat

Friday night is our annual Trunk or Treat night. This is always a lot of fun for the parents and ...

  • 6:00 pm 
  • Location: 1500 N Tuttle Ave, Sarasota, FL
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Free

UF/IFAS Extension Sarasota County Family Event: Bats Family Activities

Join UF/IFAS Extension Sarasota County educators and Sarasota County park naturalists for an evening of bird watching, bat and bird ...

  • 6:00 pm -  7:00 pm 
  • Location: Venice Audubon Society and Rookery, 4002 S. Tamiami Trail, Venice, FL 34293
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: www.eventbrite.com
  • Category: Free

Venice MainStreet Friday Night Concert Series

Join the fun in historic downtown Venice for the bimonthly Friday Night Concert Series at the gazebo in Centennial ...

  • 7:00 pm -  9:00 pm 
  • Location: Centennial Park Gazebo, 200 W. Venice Ave Venice, Florida 34285
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: www.venicegov.com
  • Category: Free

Movies Under The Stars at the Green at UTC

Fridays are for family flicks! Starting at 6 pm, kids are invited to meet special characters, enjoy complimentary face painting, ...

  • 8:00 pm 
  • Location: The Green at UTC, 140 University Town Center, Sarasota, FL
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Free
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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 ...

Venice Farmers Market

Gateway to fun | Welcome to the weekend! Step into a world of possibilities at the Venice Farmers Market Saturday ...

  • 8:00 am -  1:00 pm 
  • Location: 401 W. Venice Ave., Venice, FL 34285
  • Cost: Free admission
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Free

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 ...

  • 8:30 am - 10:30 am 
  • Location: Kayak Launch, 1055 Blvd of the Arts Sarasota, FL 34243
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: www.eventbrite.com
  • Category: Free

Halloween at The Bradenton Public Market

Join us for our annual family-friendly Halloween experience as our Market Friendors distribute candy to trick-or-treaters.

  • 9:00 am -  2:00 pm 
  • Location: 400 Old Main Street, Bradenton, FL
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Free

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, ...

Sarasota Farmers Market Halloween Festival Dog-A-Ween Costume Contest

Join us for a day of laughter, creativity, and furry camaraderie at the 15th Annual Sarasota DOG-A-WEEN COSTUME Contest. Let’s ...

  • 9:00 am - 11:00 am 
  • Location: Sarasota Farmers Market 1490 Main St, Sarasota, FL 34236
  • Cost: Free to spectate
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Free

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

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

  • 9:30 am - 12:00 pm 
  • Location: Creative Liberties, 927 N Lime Avenue, Sarasota, FL, 34237
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: www.creativeliberties.net
  • Category: Free

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: Free

Rooftop Yoga at Lakewood Ranch Library

Join us at the Lakewood Ranch Library every Saturday morning for an invigorating rooftop yoga session. This class is perfect ...

  • 9:30 am - 10:30 am 
  • Location: Lakewood Ranch Library Rooftop, 16410 Rangeland Pkwy, Bradenton, FL 34211
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: manateelibrary.libcal.com
  • Category: Free

Annual Dakin Dairy Farms Harvest Festival - NEW DATES

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: Free

Fall Festival Celebrating 15 Years of Peace at Peace Presbyterian Church

Come one, come all to the Peace Presbyterian Church Festival marking 15 fabulous years! Get ready for a jam-packed day ...

  • 10:00 am -  4:00 pm 
  • Location: Peace Presbyterian Church, 12705 SR 64 E, Lakewood Ranch, FL. 34212
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Free

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: Free

Fall Harvest Party at City Life Church

Join us at City Life Church for a FREE, FUN, FALL, FAMILY Event. Hayrides, Fall Phots, Games, Food, Prizes, Face Painting ...

  • 10:00 am -  1:00 pm 
  • Location: City Life Church, 1300 17th Avenue W, Bradenton, FL
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Free

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: Free

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 ...

Batastic Halloween Celebration at Bat City Comics

Trick-or-Read!!! Come one and all to a fun-filled day of comics, candy, and creativity!!! Celebration includes free comics for all-ages, ...

  • 11:00 am -  4:00 pm 
  • Location: Bat City Comics, 915 Manatee Avenue E, Bradenton, FL
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Free

Boo! at the Bazaar: Free Trick or Treating

Boo! At The Bazaar: A Family-Friendly Trick or Treating Extravaganza! Get ready for a spooktacular day of fun and festivities at ...

  • 11:00 am -  3:00 pm 
  • Location: 821 Apricot Ave, Sarasota, FL 34237
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: www.eventvesta.com
  • Category: Free

Fun in the Wilderness with Girl Scouts of Gulfcoast Florida at Camp Honi Hanta

Camp Honi Hanta invites you to a special family-friendly event where you can explore the great outdoors and embrace the ...

  • 11:00 am -  2:00 pm 
  • Location: Girl Scouts Camp Honi Hanta, 4825 51st St. East, Bradenton, FL 34203
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: www.eventbrite.com
  • Category: Free

Mr. Stevey & Friends: Halloween, Embrace Your Fears at the The John and Mable Ringling Museum of Art

FREE BOOKS. FREE LUNCH. FREE ADMISSION. This event will feature art activities, music making, and read-aloud featuring a mindful moment. Please Note: ...

  • 11:00 am - 12:30 pm 
  • Location: The John and Mable Ringling Museum of Art, 5401 Bay Shore Road Sarasota, FL 34243
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: www.eventbrite.com
  • Category: Free

Phoenix Lodge's Annual Fall Festival

Phoenix Lodge's Annual Fall Festival. One of our biggest events of the year! We are proud to open our door ...

  • 11:00 am -  2:00 pm 
  • Location: Phoenix Lodge #346, 240 S. Tuttle Ave, Sarasota, FL
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Free

Manasota ASALH Freedom School Saturday Program

Join Freedom School on Saturdays for an enriching, empowering, and joyful experience where we dive into truthful Black History. Free ...

  • 11:30 am -  2:00 pm 
  • Location: GIRLS INC | 201 S Tuttle Ave, Sarasota, FL 34237
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: asalh-manasotafl.org
  • Category: Free

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 ...

Visual and Performing Arts Showcase at Wellen Park

Save the date! 10.26.24 Wellen Park is proud to partner with the Sarasota Arts Alliance to bring you this showcase of ...

  • 12:00 pm -  6:00 pm 
  • Location: 19745 Wellen Park Blvd, Venice, FL 34293
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: wellenpark.com
  • Category: Free

Fall Fest at Backporch Brewing Co.

Come join us from 1pm-4pm at Back Porch Brewing for a fun afternoon of face painting, pumpkin decorating, trick or ...

  • 1:00 pm -  4:00 pm 
  • Location: 3469 Precision Drive, Venice, 34275
  • Cost: Free admission
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Free

Fall Youth Saturday Art Classes at the Sarasota Art Center

Register your young artist for FREE Youth Saturdays! On select Saturdays, 1-4 pm, kids will learn about art and have ...

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 ...

  • 1:00 pm -  3:00 pm 
  • Location: 1001 S Tamiami Trail, Sarasota, FL
  • Cost: Free For Members or Free With Admission
  • Website: www.sarasotaartmuseum.org
  • Category: Free

Oktoberfest Under the Big Top (Cattlemen location)

BIG TOP LIVE PRESENTS OKTOBERFEST UNDER THE BIG TOP (Cattlemen Location Only) Join us for a day packed with German fun at Bigtoberfest ...

  • 2:00 pm - 11:00 pm 
  • Location: 975 Cattlemen Rd, Sarasota, FL 34232
  • Cost: Free to Attend
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Free

The Legend of Sleepy Hollow and Fall Festival

Join The Players Studio for their 2nd annual Fall Festival starting at 2pm and leading into the evening's performance of ...

  • 2:00 pm -  7:00 pm 
  • Location: Sarasota Polo Club, 8201 Polo Club Ln, Sarasota FL 34240
  • Cost: Entry to the Fall Festival is complimentary for all. Select children's activities are only accessible with purchase of a Child's Festival Bracelet.
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Free

Inside Trick or Treating with Learning Unlimited and Manatee Learning Academy

MARK YOUR CALENDAR!! A fun family event of SAFE inside trick or treating. Over 20 candy stations with various themes, ...

  • 3:00 pm 
  • Location: 6210 17th Ave W, Bradenton, FL 34209
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Free

Bethel Church Fall Festival and Trunk N' Treat

Free food, games, crafts, inflatables, and LOTS of free candy!

  • 4:00 pm -  6:00 pm 
  • Location: Bethel Church, 1805 30th Ave W, Bradenton FL
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Free

Gulf Coast Church Trunk or Treat

This event is open to the entire community, so bring your family and friends! Enjoy a safe and festive environment ...

  • 4:00 pm -  6:00 pm 
  • Location: 1616 59th St W Bradenton
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Free

Sarasota County Schools Police Department Trick or Treat Fun

Join the Sarasota County Schools Police Department for Trick-or-Treat Fun! Bring your little ghouls and goblins to two spooktacular events: October ...

First Baptist Church of Gillette Fall Festival

Don’t forget to come out to the most fun fall festival this Saturday! Tell a friend!

  • 4:30 pm -  6:30 pm 
  • Location: 3301 Moccasin Wallow Rd., Palmetto, FL 34221
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Free

Halloween Fall Carnival at Big Top Brewers Collective

FREE EVENT - STARTING AT 5PM Pumpkin Painting, Popcorn Bar, Costume Contest, Food Trucks, Tarot Card Readings, and more... Kid Friendly LIVE ...

  • 5:00 pm - 11:00 pm 
  • Location: 2507 Lakewood Ranch Blvd, Bradenton, FL 34211
  • Cost: Free admission
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Free

Venice YMCA Trunk or Treat

Join Us for a Trunk or Treat at Venice YMCA! Get ready for a spooktacular Halloween event! Bring the family to ...

  • 5:00 pm -  7:00 pm 
  • Location: Lift Church, 695 Center Rd, Venice 34285
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Free

Grace Kids Presents Fall Splash Bash at North Port Aquatic Center

Hey Grace Kids Families!! Join us on Sunday, October 26th from 5:30pm-7:30pm for our FALL SPLASH BASH! We've rented out ...

  • 5:30 pm -  7:30 pm 
  • Location: North Port Aquatic Center, 6205 W. Price Blvd., North Port, FL, 34291
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Free

Spooky Spider Celebration at We Rock The Spectrum

The Spooky Spider Celebration will be held Saturday, October 26th from 5:30PM - 7:30PM at We Rock the Spectrum Bradenton! ...

  • 5:30 pm -  7:30 pm 
  • Location: We Rock The Spectrum, 4744 Cortez Rd. W Bradenton, FL 34210
  • Cost: $25 for one child, $20 per sibling
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Free

5th Annual SCSO Headquarters Halloween Drive-Thru

If you have attended before, you know how fun this event will be! If you have never been, you don't ...

  • 6:00 pm -  8:00 pm 
  • Location: 6010 Cattleridge Blvd., Sarasota, FL 34232
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Free

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: Free

Sarasota Christian Church Kid/Family Fun Night

Join us for an elementary & preschool family event on Saturday, October 26th. We’ll have free pizza, pumpkin painting, and ...

Spooktacular Trunk or Treat at Bowersox Air Conditioning

Get ready for a night of fun and fright! Trunk or Treat: Bring the kids to enjoy tons of candy ...

  • 6:00 pm -  9:00 pm 
  • Location: Bowersox Air Conditioning, 2247 Tamiami Trl S, Venice, FL 34293
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Free

Trunk or Treat at Westside Christian Church

Put our your best costume and join us for our annual Trunk or Treat. Food trucks, popcorn, cotton candy, fun, ...

  • 6:00 pm -  8:00 pm 
  • Location: Westside Christian Church, 3604 15th Ave W., Bradenton, FL
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Free

Bradenton Alive Halloween Festival in Downtown Bradenton

Come join the fun in downtown Bradenton as we celebrate Halloween! Food, Vendors, Music and FUN!

  • 7:00 pm - 10:00 pm 
  • Location: Main Street Downtown Bradenton
  • Cost: Free admission
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Free
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