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October 27 - November 2

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

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 Fest at Legacy Church

Legacy Fall Fest Join us for our first-ever FALL FEST happening right after the 10am service on Sunday, October 27th! ...

  • 10:00 am 
  • Location: 5500 Lakewood Ranch Blvd., Bradenton, 34211
  • 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

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

Colonial Baptist Church First Responder Sunday

We want to recognize and show our appreciation for the men and women who serve our community each and every ...

  • 10:30 am 
  • Location: 2400 Taylor Ranch Trl, Venice, FL 34293
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Free

Beautiful Savior Lutheran Church Fall Fest

Save the date for BSLC annual Fall Festival!

Fidget Toys Plus and Playtime Plaza Spooktacular Halloween

Join us for a Spooktacular Halloween Event at Fidget Toys Plus + Playtime Plaza! Get ready for a fang-tastic time on ...

  • 12:00 pm -  3:00 pm 
  • Location: 6740 28th Street Circle East, Sarasota, FL 34243
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Free

Paradise Island Kids Enrichment Center Halloween Baking and Decorating

Just like on the popular TV show, kids will be tasked with a challenge to re-create a Halloween themed confectionary ...

  • 2:00 pm -  5:00 pm 
  • Location: Paradise Island Kids Enrichment Center (located in Harvest Church) 14305 Covenant Way, Lakewood Ranch, FL 34202
  • Cost: $50
  • Website: www.hisawyer.com
  • Category: Free

Pop's Kids Halloween Party

Join us for the 3rd Annual Kid's Halloween Party at Pop's Sunset Grill! Bring your little princesses and goblins to Pop's ...

  • 2:00 pm -  5:00 pm 
  • Location: 112 Circuit Dr, Nokomis, FL 34275
  • Cost: Free to attend
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Free

Fall Fest at North River Church

Fall Fest is coming up quickly, and we need your help! Church-wide community outreach event on Sunday, October 27th. Games, ...

  • 4:00 pm -  6:00 pm 
  • Location: 5517 Fort Hamer Rd, Parrish, FL,
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Free

Fall Festival at Trinity Lutheran Church

We're celebrating fall with our neighbors, and everyone is welcome! Enjoy activities for all ages, including trick or treating for ...

  • 4:00 pm -  6:00 pm 
  • Location: 2200 26th St W, Bradenton, FL 34205
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Free

First United Methodist Church Of Sarasota Presents Spooktacular Pipes on Pineapple

Spooktacular Pipes on Pineapple - Free Concert this Sunday at 4:00pm. Wear your favorite costume!

  • 4:00 pm 
  • Location: 104 S. Pineapple Ave, Sarasota 34236
  • Cost: Free admission
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Free

Fall Festival at The Lakefront Church

Live music, free food, drinks and games

  • 5:00 pm -  7:00 pm 
  • Location: 3100 Executive Dr, Venice, FL 34292
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Free

Fall-A-Palooza at Woodland Community Church - NEW DATE

Have the kids wear their costumes and join the FREE fun as we celebrate the fall season. We will have: A Candy ...

  • 5:00 pm -  7:30 pm 
  • Location: Woodland Community Church, 9607 State Road 70 East, Bradenton, FL 34202
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Free

Grace United Methodist Church Trunk or Treat

Ghouls and goblins of every size Come to Grace UMC to get your prize Which trunk will you trick? You can have you ...

  • 5:00 pm -  7:00 pm 
  • Location: 400 E Field Ave , Venice Island, 34285
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Free

The Great Pumpkin Patch of Palmetto Trunk or Treat

Grab your crew and join us tonight at the patch for our Trunk or Treat Event. In addition to the ...

  • 5:00 pm -  8:00 pm 
  • Location: 209 7th Street West, Palmetto
  • Cost: Free entry
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Free

Trunk or Treat at the Bridge Church

Join us for our Trunk or Treat right here at the Bridge Church! Bring your kiddos and have some fun ...

  • 5:30 pm -  7:30 pm 
  • Location: 4000 75th St W, Bradenton, FL 34209
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Free

Bowlero Halloween Trunk or Treat

Welcome to another installment of an amazing series of car shows hosted by The Detail Guys! Trick out your trunk ...

  • 6:00 pm - 10:00 pm 
  • Location: Bowlero Gulf Gate, 7221 S Tamiami Trail, Sarasota, 34231
  • Cost: Free bowling 8pm -10pm
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Free

Swamp Creep Venice Original Haunted House

Come and enjoy a good scare! Swamp Creep Lives On! Free admission and candy donations are welcomed.

  • 6:00 pm -  9:00 pm 
  • Location: 344 Dorchester Dr, Venice, FL
  • Cost: Free admission
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Free

Trunk or Treat at Liberty Baptist Church

Join Us for a Spectacular Time at Liberty Baptist Church! Get ready for a fantastic evening of family fun at ...

  • 6:00 pm -  8:00 pm 
  • Location: Liberty Baptist Church, 4249 Bahia Vista Street, Sarasota, FL 34232
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Free

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

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 ...

  • 9:30 am - 10:30 am 
  • Location: The Flock SRQ, 1977 Brother Geenen Way, Sarasota, FL 34236
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: theflocksrq.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

Parenting Matters Musical Motion at Glasser/Schoenbaum

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: Glasser/Schoenbaum, 1750 17th St, Sarasota, FL. 34234
  • Cost: One time $10 enrollment fee.
  • Website: parentingmattersfl.org
  • Category: Free

Parenting Matters Musical Motion at Oneco United Methodist Church

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: Oneco United Methodist Church, 2112 53rd Ave E, Bradenton, FL. 34203
  • Cost: One time $10 enrollment fee.
  • Website: parentingmattersfl.org
  • 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

Preschool Storytime at Lakewood Ranch Library

Stop by the Lakewood Ranch Library for songs, rhymes, and stories for children ages 3-5.

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

  • 12:30 pm -  1:15 pm 
  • Location: Jacaranda Library, 4143 Woodmere Park Blvd, Venice, FL 34293
  • Cost: Free, No preregistration required
  • Website: fortycarrots.com
  • Category: Free

Parenting Matters Musical Motion at Central Library

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

  • 12:30 pm -  1:30 pm 
  • Location: Central Library, 1301 1st Avenue W, Bradenton, FL
  • Cost: One time $10 enrollment fee.
  • Website: parentingmattersfl.org
  • 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

Read with the Dogs at Venice Library

Children are invited to read with certified pet therapy dogs from the Suncoast Humane Society Pet Therapy Team. This program ...

  • 3:30 pm -  4:30 pm 
  • Location: William H. Jervey, Jr. Library (Community room), 300 Nokomis Ave. S, Venice, FL 34285
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: scgovlibrary.librarymarket.com
  • Category: Free

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

Monday Night BINGO at Florida Provisions Waterside

Monday Night Bingo With a SpOoooOkyyy twist. Your favorite Monday night activity, BUT wear your Halloween costume!!!! Show up at 6:30 ...

  • 6:30 pm 
  • Location: 1561 Lakefront Dr, Suite 109, Sarasota
  • Cost: BINGO cards are Free
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Free

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

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 ...

Parenting Matters Musical Motion at Peace Presbyterian Church

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: Peace Presbyterian Church, 12705 SR 64 E, Lakewood Ranch, FL. 34212
  • Cost: One time $10 enrollment fee.
  • Website: parentingmattersfl.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 - 10:45 am 
  • Location: Lakewood Ranch Library, 16410 Rangeland Parkway Lakewood Ranch, FL 34211
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: mylwr.com
  • Category: Free

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: 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

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

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

Jam and Cram at Elsie Quirk Library

Need a place to get some homework done, write that paper, or work on that group project? Come over to ...

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

CRUNCH Fitness Halloween-Themed End of Month Party

Get ready for a spook-tacular time! Join us for a Halloween-Themed End of Month Party on Tuesday, Oct. 29, from ...

  • 5:00 pm -  8:00 pm 
  • Location: Crunch Fitness, 3762 Bee Ridge Rd, Sarasota 34233
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Free

NBP Trick or Treat on the Lake - presented by Oak and Stone

Join us for a spook-tacular evening of trick-or-treating fun the whole family will enjoy, Presented by Oak & Stone. Get into ...

  • 5:30 pm -  8:00 pm 
  • Location: Nathan Benderson Park - 5851 Nathan Benderson Circle, Sarasota,FL 34235
  • Cost: General Admission: Free | Parking $10
  • 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 ...

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

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

  • 6:00 pm -  7:00 pm 
  • Location: 315 N. Cattlemen Rd., Suite 1, Sarasota FL 34243
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Free

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 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: Free

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 ...

Parenting Matters Musical Motion at Palmetto Library

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

  • 11:30 am - 12:30 pm 
  • Location: Palmetto Library, 923 6th St W, Palmetto FL 34221
  • Cost: One time $10 enrollment fee
  • Website: parentingmattersfl.org
  • Category: Free

“Gemütlichkeit” German Variety Show at Elsie Quirk Library

Come and get magically transported to a biergarten in the midst of Oktoberfest with international entertainer, Tahja and her illustrious ...

Trick or Treat at American House

Kids please join us in a fun, trick or treat event at a beautiful, safe retirement community on Bee Ridge ...

  • 3:00 pm -  5:00 pm 
  • Location: American House, 4540 Bee Ridge Rd., Sarasota 34233
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Free

Scare Fair at Keiser University

Don’t miss Scare Fair on Wed, Oct 30. Sure to be a scarily good time, it’s your chance to see ...

  • 5:00 pm -  8:00 pm 
  • Location: 6151 Lake Osprey Dr. Sarasota, 34240
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: kucampuspreview.com
  • Category: Free

Trunk or Treat at Robert L. Taylor Community Complex

EVENT INFORMATION Trunk-or-Treat 5:00 pm – 7 pm Wednesday, October 30, 2024 Robert L. Taylor Community Complex, 1845 John Rivers (34th) Street, Sarasota, FL ...

  • 5:00 pm -  7:00 pm 
  • Location: Robert L. Taylor Community Complex 1845 34th Street Sarasota, FL 34234
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: www.eventbrite.com
  • Category: Free

Manatee County Sheriff's Spooktactical Night

Sheriff Rick Wells recognizes that now, more than ever, families in Manatee County need a safe, fun environment to trick-or-treat ...

  • 5:30 pm -  8:30 pm 
  • Location: Manatee County Sheriff's Office Operations Center, 600 US-301 #202, Bradenton, FL
  • 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 ...

  • 6:00 pm -  6:30 pm 
  • Location: The Flock SRQ, 1977 Brother Geenen Way, Sarasota, FL 34236
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: theflocksrq.com
  • Category: Free

Elwood Park Trunk or Treat

Come bring the kids to our Trunk or Treat at Elwood Park! This will be a safe environment for kids ...

  • 6:00 pm -  8:00 pm 
  • Location: 3516 45th St. E, Bradenton, FL
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Free

Faith Sarasota Trunk or Treat

Join us for a free fun filled evening of fellowship, food and activities for all age groups!

  • 6:00 pm -  8:00 pm 
  • Location: 1201 North Beneva Rd, Sarasota, FL
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: www.facebook.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

Halloween on S. Lime

It's no secret, Dave and I love putting on a show for Halloween that is free for the public, friendly ...

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 ...

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 ...

Halloween Fun at The Roots Health Centers

Join us at The Roots Health Centers for a spine-tingling morning of open play that promises to be filled with ...

  • 9:30 am - 11:30 am 
  • Location: 8209 Natures Way #115, Bradenton, FL 34202
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: www.eventbrite.com
  • Category: Free

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

Parenting Matters Musical Motion at South Manatee Branch 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: South Manatee Branch Library, 6081 26th Street W, Bradenton, FL
  • Cost: One time $10 enrollment fee
  • Website: parentingmattersfl.org
  • Category: Free

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: 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

Parenting Matters Musical Motion at Little Discovery Center

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

  • 12:00 pm -  1:00 pm 
  • Location: Little Discovery Center, 321 15th St W., Bradenton
  • Cost: One time $10 enrollment fee
  • Website: parentingmattersfl.org
  • Category: Free

Halloween Siesta Key Trick or Treat

Trick or Treat for the kids. Local Businesses

  • 3:00 pm -  6:00 pm 
  • Location: 6519 Midnight Pass Rd, Sarasota, FL 34242
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Free

Halloween Crawl at Alpha Martial Arts Academy

Come down and get your Trick or Treat on!!!

  • 4:00 pm -  6:00 pm 
  • Location: Alpha Martial Arts Academy, 6849 Buffalo Road, Palmetto, FL, United States, Florida 34221
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Free

Downtown Venice Halloween Strut

All ages (from little ones to seniors) are invited to show off their costumes in Downtown Venice for the Halloween ...

  • 4:30 pm -  6:30 pm 
  • Location: Downtown Venice District (Miami, Tampa, West Venice avenues) 200 West Venice Avenue, Venice, FL, United States
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: www.visitvenicefl.org
  • Category: Free

Halloween at The Ringling

The Ringling invites you to join us for a safe and enjoyable family-friendly Halloween evening. Come dressed in costume and ...

  • 4:30 pm -  7:30 pm 
  • Location: The Ringling is 5401 Bay Shore Rd, Sarasota FL 34243.
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: www.ringling.org
  • Category: Free

Calvary Chapel Venice Harvest Festival

Join us for a fun and free family event! We will have free candy, games, music, inflatables and food.

  • 5:00 pm -  8:00 pm 
  • Location: 602 Albee Farm Road N., Nokomis, FL 34275
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Free

Fall Family Festival at Coastal Community Church

Come in costume to this FREE family event! Trick or Treat at dozens of decorated cars, play games, enjoy hits dogs ...

  • 5:30 pm -  7:30 pm 
  • Location: 3951 Woodmere Park Blvd, Venice, FL 34293
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Free

Halloween Safe Kids Night at the Manatee Fairgrounds - CANCELED

We can't wait to see our favorite ghouls and goblins for our 21st Annual Halloween Safe Kids Night! What a ...

  • 5:30 pm -  8:30 pm 
  • Location: Manatee County Fairgrounds, 1407 13th Ave W, Palmetto FL 34221
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Free

Candy Carnival at Oasis Church

It's our 4th Annual Candy Carnival! Kids of all ages can come in costume and enjoy all the fun! Trunk-or Treating Carnival Games Facepainting Interactive ...

  • 6:00 pm -  8:30 pm 
  • Location: Oasis Church, 5215 Lorraine Road, Bradenton, FL
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: www.eventbrite.com
  • Category: Free

FBC Palmetto Fall Festival

Invite your neighbors and family friends as we celebrate fall festival at FBC Palmetto! Inflatables, games, train rides, candy, door ...

  • 6:00 pm -  8:00 pm 
  • Location: 1021 5th Street W, Palmetto, FL 34221
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: www.fbcpalmetto.com
  • Category: Free

Halloween Trick or Treat in the Village of the Arts

Get Ready for a Spooktacular Night at the 10th Annual Trick-or-Treat in the Village of the Arts! Calling all ghosts ...

  • 6:00 pm -  8:00 pm 
  • Location: Village of the Arts Square, 9th Ave W - 17th Ave W, Bradenton 34205
  • Cost: Free to Attend
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Free

Light the Night Family Fun Festival at Church of Hope

Looking for a safe Halloween alternative? Light The Night is coming! Our annual Family Fun Festival is just around the ...

  • 6:00 pm -  8:00 pm 
  • Location: 2300 Lakewood Ranch Blvd, Sarasota, FL 34243
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Free

Northwest Baptist Church Trunk or Treat

Join for us candy, food, and fun! ALL FREE!

  • 6:00 pm -  7:30 pm 
  • Location: 7913 9th Ave NW, Bradenton, FL 34209
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Free

Swamp Creep Venice Original Haunted House

Come and enjoy a good scare! Swamp Creep Lives On! Free admission and candy donations are welcomed.

  • 6:00 pm -  9:00 pm 
  • Location: 344 Dorchester Dr, Venice, FL
  • Cost: Free admission
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Free

Fall Fest at CoastLife Church

Fall Fest 2024 is happening Thursday, October 31 at 6:30PM! We are so excited to have the community join us ...

  • 6:30 pm -  8:00 pm 
  • Location: Coastlife Church, 1100 US 41 Bypass S, Venice
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Free

Halloween on S. Lime

It's no secret, Dave and I love putting on a show for Halloween that is free for the public, friendly ...

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 ...

Music and Movement Toddler Dance Class at We Rock the Spectrum

Get ready for the world of rhythm and movement with Toddler Dance Class led by the incredible Jaybianna Lawrence, aka ...

  • 9:30 am - 10:00 am 
  • Location: We Rock the Spectrum, 4744 Cortez Rd, Bradenton, FL 34210
  • Cost: $10 per child includes open play
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Free

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

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

Festival of the Skeletons (Dia de los Muertos) in the Village of the Arts

The Skeletons are Coming, The Skeletons are Coming! This year marks the 20th anniversary of our BIGGEST event of the year: ...

  • 11:00 am -  9:30 pm 
  • Location: 1227 12th St.W, Bradenton FL 34205
  • Cost: Free to Attend
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Free

Fun Fridays at Selby Library

Join your friends for stories, rhymes, sign language, and other activities. This is best suited for toddlers aged 1-3, but ...

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: 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

Farmers 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 ...

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

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: Free

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 ...

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

DIY In-store Kids Workshops at Home Depot

Join us the first Saturday of each month between 9 am – 12 pm for free in-person Kids Workshops. While ...

  • 9:00 am - 12:00 pm 
  • Location: Multiple Home Depot locations - register online and select your preferred store
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: www.homedepot.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, ...

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 ...

Fall and Christmas Market at Once Upon a Room

Explore unique finds from over 20 local vendors and shop fresh, new holiday decor. Join us for a day of ...

  • 9:30 am -  4:00 pm 
  • Location: 210 7th St W, Palmetto
  • Cost: Free admission
  • Website: www.facebook.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

4-H Club Critters and Creations Fall Festival at Faith Bible Church

Come out and support the Critters & Creations 4-H Club at there Fall Festival! The club will be selling hotdogs, ...

  • 10:00 am -  4:00 pm 
  • Location: Faith Bible Church, 1511 57th St E, Bradenton 34208
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Free

FAM (Family Art Making) with The Ringling

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

  • 10:00 am -  1:00 pm 
  • Location: Ringling Museum, 5401 Bay Shore Road Sarasota, FL 34243
  • Cost: Free, tickets required
  • Website: www.ringling.org
  • 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 ...

Children's Book Reading and Author Talk with Jackie Morera

Abuelo's Flower Shop Join us as author Jackie Morera reads her debut children's book and chats about what it means to ...

Festival of the Skeletons (Dia de los Muertos) in the Village of the Arts

The Skeletons are Coming, The Skeletons are Coming! This year marks the 20th anniversary of our BIGGEST event of the year: ...

  • 11:00 am -  4:00 pm 
  • Location: 1227 12th St.W, Bradenton FL 34205
  • Cost: Free to Attend
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Free

Freedom School Open House at GIRLS INC - NEW DATE

Join us for a day of celebration filled with BBQ, exciting games, and great company! In partnership with the Sarasota ...

  • 11:00 am -  3:00 pm 
  • Location: GIRLS INC | 201 S Tuttle Ave, Sarasota, FL 34237
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: docs.google.com
  • Category: Free

Post Halloween Golf Cart Brunch Parade at Southshore Bay Dog Park

Get excited for our first fall brunch parade! Our neighborhood golf carts will meet at the dog park then parade ...

  • 11:00 am 
  • Location: Southshore Bay Dog Park, 7310 US Highway 301 N, Ellenton, FL 34222
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Free

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: 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 ...

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

Annual Wild West Bonanza at Calvary Chapel School

You're invited! Come join us for a fun family day at the Wild West Bonanza hosted by Calvary Chapel School. ...

  • 3:30 pm -  7:00 pm 
  • Location: Calvary Chapel School, 3800 27th Parkway, Sarasota, FL 34235
  • Cost: Free entry
  • Website: facebook.com
  • Category: Free

Clasico Halloween Block Party Downtown Sarasota

Come one, come all to the most spine-chilling Halloween block party in Sarasota! Gather your friends, family, and neighbors, and ...

  • 5:00 pm - 11:55 pm 
  • Location: 1843 Main Street, Downtown Sarasota
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Free

Fall Festival at Bedrock Church Sarasota

You do not want to miss this Trunk or Treat! Start inviting your friends, neighbors and family to join in ...

  • 5:00 pm -  8:30 pm 
  • Location: 2035 Magnolia St., Sarasota
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Free

Mi Pueblo's Dia de Muertos Celebration

Saturday November 2nd, we honor the spirits of those who came before us. Join the Mi Pueblo family in our ...

  • 5:00 pm - 10:00 pm 
  • Location: 8405 Tuttle Ave, Sarasota, FL 34243
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Free

Trunk or Treating at Riddles and Rhymes Academy

Who is ready for some fall fun?! We will be looking for families who want to decorate their vehicles to pass ...

  • 6:00 pm 
  • Location: 2555 N Toledo Blade Blvd, North Port, FL 34289
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Free
October 27 - November 2