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Court Thirteen's Photo's with Santa

Bring the holiday cheer every weekend from November 30 to December 22! Join us from 10 AM to 2 PM ...

  • 10:00 am -  2:00 pm 
  • Location: 2050 Adams Ln, Sarasota, FL 34237
  • Cost: $5 (and a toy donation if you’re able)
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Holiday Events

Deck the Halls at the Florida Studio Theater

A brand-new rendition of everything that makes Christmas and Hanukkah in Sarasota special. With all-new songs and sketches, Deck the ...

Outdoor Holiday Market at The Vintage Collective

Join us for our first community event! No entrance fee! Free hot cocoa bar, Free Popcorn, Free Holiday Craft table. ...

  • 10:00 am -  1:00 pm 
  • Location: 800 8th Ave W, Palmetto 34221 (parking lot behind building)
  • Cost: Free to attend
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Holiday Events

The Poinsettia Patch withSanta and Mrs. Claus at Parrish Charter Academy

Join us for a day of family fun and a free photo op with Santa and Mrs. Claus! Santa arrives ...

  • 10:00 am -  4:00 pm 
  • Location: Parrish Charter Academy, 8605 Charter Academy, Parrish, FL
  • Cost: $5 Parking, Free entry
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Holiday Events

Tree Lighting with Bluey and Bingo at Playtime Plaza

We are so close to Christmas at the Plaza!!! Join us alongside our friends Bluey & Bingo to light up ...

Photos with Santa at The Mall at UTC

Make your reservation to meet Santa for a picture-perfect moment. After, take off on an interactive adventure at Santa's Flight ...

  • 11:00 am -  7:00 pm 
  • Location: 140 University Town Center Dr, Sarasota, FL 34243
  • Cost: Depends on package selection
  • Website: mallatutc.com
  • Category: Holiday Events

Once Upon A Nutcracker: A Magical Lunch with Clara and Friends at Lakewood Ranch Golf & Country Club

Please join us for this special family-friendly event, hosted by local dance school, Future of Dance, at the beautiful Lakewood ...

  • 12:00 pm -  3:00 pm 
  • Location: Lakewood Ranch Golf and Country Club, 7650 Legacy Boulevard Lakewood Ranch, FL 34202
  • Cost: $70
  • Website: www.eventbrite.com
  • Category: Holiday Events

Wonderland: Illuminate - Under the Big Top

Wonderland is back with Illuminate, a dazzling, never-before-seen production. Join us under the climate-controlled big top at UTC Friday, November ...

Winter's Glow Performance at the Sarasota Opera House

The dancing color bursts of the aurora borealis are the inspiration for a program featuring Nordic music and tales celebrating ...

  • 4:00 pm 
  • Location: Sarasota Opera House, 61 N Pineapple Ave., Sarasota, FL 34236
  • Cost: $20 - $55 (college students $10, students under 18 are free)
  • Website: tickets.keychorale.org
  • Category: Holiday Events

North Pole Express at the Florida Railroad Museum

Join us this December for a 30 minute ride from Parrish, FL to the North Pole. This 3.5-hour event is ...

Discover Sarasota Tours Christmas Carol Trolley: Letters to Santa

Celebrate the Spirit of Christmas! The Christmas Carol Trolley: Letters to Santa is a fun-filled musical performance and holiday lights tour ...

Photos with Santa at The Mall at UTC

Make your reservation to meet Santa for a picture-perfect moment. After, take off on an interactive adventure at Santa's Flight ...

  • 11:00 am -  7:00 pm 
  • Location: 140 University Town Center Dr, Sarasota, FL 34243
  • Cost: Depends on package selection
  • Website: mallatutc.com
  • Category: Holiday Events

Children's Art Classes Clay Winter Wonderland Workshop

Create wintery holiday themed clay pieces in our upcoming workshop on Dec. 2nd! Ages 5 years old and Up! (Parents, grandparents, ...

  • 4:00 pm -  7:30 pm 
  • Location: Children's Art Classes, 4028 Cattlemen Rd, Sarasota, FL
  • Cost: $30 per attendee
  • Website: www.hisawyer.com
  • Category: Holiday Events

Discover Sarasota Tours Christmas Carol Trolley: Letters to Santa

Celebrate the Spirit of Christmas! The Christmas Carol Trolley: Letters to Santa is a fun-filled musical performance and holiday lights tour ...

Homeschool Holiday Crafting Meet Up at Tom Bennett Park

Join us for a heartwarming day of creativity and connection! We'll be making beautiful Christmas ornaments and handmade cards. This fun-filled crafting ...

Photos with Santa at The Mall at UTC

Make your reservation to meet Santa for a picture-perfect moment. After, take off on an interactive adventure at Santa's Flight ...

  • 11:00 am -  7:00 pm 
  • Location: 140 University Town Center Dr, Sarasota, FL 34243
  • Cost: Depends on package selection
  • Website: mallatutc.com
  • Category: Holiday Events

Roser Church Christmas Concert

As our community works together to recover from two devastating storms, we at Roser Church would like to offer two ...

Englewood Christmas Tree Lighting Ceremony

You are invited to the Annual Englewood Community Christmas Tree Lighting. The lighting of the Christmas Tree will take place ...

Discover Sarasota Tours Christmas Carol Trolley: Letters to Santa

Celebrate the Spirit of Christmas! The Christmas Carol Trolley: Letters to Santa is a fun-filled musical performance and holiday lights tour ...

Festive Photos with Santa on Main Street in Lakewood Ranch

Get ready for a festive experience at Lakewood Ranch Main Street! Join us for Photos with Santa right by the ...

  • 6:30 pm -  8:30 pm 
  • Location: Lakewood Ranch Main Street: 8100 Lakewood Main Street, Lakewood Ranch, FL 34202
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: lakewoodranch.com
  • Category: Holiday Events

FIT4MOM Holiday Themed Stroller Strides and Storytime at Lakewood Ranch Library

We will have a free Stroller Strides class followed by a holiday themed story time. this event is FREE, but ...

Photos with Santa at The Mall at UTC

Make your reservation to meet Santa for a picture-perfect moment. After, take off on an interactive adventure at Santa's Flight ...

  • 11:00 am -  7:00 pm 
  • Location: 140 University Town Center Dr, Sarasota, FL 34243
  • Cost: Depends on package selection
  • Website: mallatutc.com
  • Category: Holiday Events

European Holiday Market at the Bradenton Area Convention Center

Join us for A European Holiday Market: Bringing Old World Village Charm to Florida Shores! Immerse yourself in the enchanting ...

  • 12:00 pm -  9:00 pm 
  • Location: Bradenton Area Convention Center, 1 Haben Blvd, Palmetto, FL 34221
  • Cost: $15 General Admission Pre-Event Sales | $20 General Admission At the Door (under 8 years old enter for free)
  • Website: www.europeanholidaymarket.com
  • Category: Holiday Events

The Rink at UTC

Lace up your skates for some wintertime fun because a real ice rink is back at UTC! Presented by the ...

  • 4:00 pm - 10:00 pm 
  • Location: The Rink at UTC, 5999 Desoto Rd, Sarasota, FL 34235
  • Cost: $17.00 per skater
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Holiday Events

North Pole Express at the Florida Railroad Museum

Join us this December for a 30 minute ride from Parrish, FL to the North Pole. This 3.5-hour event is ...

Discover Sarasota Tours Christmas Carol Trolley: Letters to Santa

Celebrate the Spirit of Christmas! The Christmas Carol Trolley: Letters to Santa is a fun-filled musical performance and holiday lights tour ...

Gingerbread Bash with a Side of Pancakes and Pajamas at Westside Christian Church

Kids, wear those pajamas and come hungry! It will be a night of endless fun! Parents, please bring a box ...

  • 6:30 pm -  8:00 pm 
  • Location: Westside Christian Church, 3604 15th Ave W., Bradenton, FL 34205
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Holiday Events

European Holiday Market at the Bradenton Area Convention Center

Join us for A European Holiday Market: Bringing Old World Village Charm to Florida Shores! Immerse yourself in the enchanting ...

  • 11:00 am -  2:00 pm 
  • Location: Bradenton Area Convention Center, 1 Haben Blvd, Palmetto, FL 34221
  • Cost: $20 General Admission Pre-Event Sales | $25 General Admission At the Door (under 8 years old enter for free)
  • Website: www.europeanholidaymarket.com
  • Category: Holiday Events

Photos with Santa at The Mall at UTC

Make your reservation to meet Santa for a picture-perfect moment. After, take off on an interactive adventure at Santa's Flight ...

  • 11:00 am -  7:00 pm 
  • Location: 140 University Town Center Dr, Sarasota, FL 34243
  • Cost: Depends on package selection
  • Website: mallatutc.com
  • Category: Holiday Events

The Rink at UTC

Lace up your skates for some wintertime fun because a real ice rink is back at UTC! Presented by the ...

  • 4:00 pm - 10:00 pm 
  • Location: The Rink at UTC, 5999 Desoto Rd, Sarasota, FL 34235
  • Cost: $17.00 per skater
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Holiday Events

Christmas Walk in Downtown Venice

Enjoy extended hours at local shops, treats, live music and the twinkle of lights on decorated trees along the downtown ...

  • 5:00 pm -  8:00 pm 
  • Location: Historic Downtown Venice, 101 W Venice Ave, Venice, FL 34285
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Holiday Events

Holiday Splendor at The Ringling

Celebrate the holiday season and help support the U.S. Marine Corps Reserve Toys for Tots, serving Sarasota and Manatee counties. Local ...

  • 5:00 pm -  8:00 pm 
  • Location: 5401 Bay Shore Blvd., Sarasota, FL
  • Cost: Free with one unwrapped toy per person Without a toy donation: $15 Adult / $5 Child
  • Website: www.ringling.org
  • Category: Holiday Events

Wellen Wonderland at Wellen Park

Celebrate the season with a spectacular line-up of holiday sights and sounds in Downtown Wellen Park! Enjoy performances from local ...

North Pole Express at the Florida Railroad Museum

Join us this December for a 30 minute ride from Parrish, FL to the North Pole. This 3.5-hour event is ...

Discover Sarasota Tours Christmas Carol Trolley: Letters to Santa

Celebrate the Spirit of Christmas! The Christmas Carol Trolley: Letters to Santa is a fun-filled musical performance and holiday lights tour ...

Festive Photos with Santa on Main Street in Lakewood Ranch

Get ready for a festive experience at Lakewood Ranch Main Street! Join us for Photos with Santa right by the ...

  • 6:30 pm -  8:30 pm 
  • Location: Lakewood Ranch Main Street: 8100 Lakewood Main Street, Lakewood Ranch, FL 34202
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: lakewoodranch.com
  • Category: Holiday Events

A Christmas Carol Musical at Sarasota High School Theatre

Ebenezer Scrooge is a prosperous curmudgeon who believes that personal wealth is far more valuable than the happiness and comfort ...

First Sarasota Baptist Church Singing Christmas Tree Spectacular

Step into a dazzling holiday tradition with the 50th Annual Singing Christmas Tree Spectacular! This year’s celebration is more magical ...

  • 7:00 pm 
  • Location: First Sarasota, 1661 Main Street, Sarasota, FL 34236
  • Cost: Adult $20 | Child $15
  • Website: brushfire.com
  • Category: Holiday Events

Manatee County Holiday Gift Fair and Carols in the Courtyard

Looking for that unique gift for the holidays? Manatee County’s very own employees will be hosting the Annual Holiday Gift ...

  • 8:00 am -  2:00 pm 
  • Location: Downtown Admin Building, 1112 Manatee Ave W, Bradenton, FL 34205
  • Cost: Free admission
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Holiday Events

American Vintage Markets at Robarts Arena

American Vintage Markets brings an exciting and fun shopping extravaganza to the Sarasota area. Expect to find vintage delights from ...

  • 9:00 am -  4:00 pm 
  • Location: Robarts Arena, Sarasota Fairgrounds, 3000 Ringling Blvd, Sarasota
  • Cost: $8 (group discounts available: 2 for $12 | 4 for $20 | Children under 16 free)
  • Website: www.americanvintagemarkets.com
  • Category: Holiday Events

European Holiday Market at the Bradenton Area Convention Center

Join us for A European Holiday Market: Bringing Old World Village Charm to Florida Shores! Immerse yourself in the enchanting ...

  • 11:00 am -  9:00 pm 
  • Location: Bradenton Area Convention Center, 1 Haben Blvd, Palmetto, FL 34221
  • Cost: $20 General Admission Pre-Event Sales | $25 General Admission At the Door (under 8 years old enter for free)
  • Website: www.europeanholidaymarket.com
  • Category: Holiday Events

Photos with Santa at The Mall at UTC

Make your reservation to meet Santa for a picture-perfect moment. After, take off on an interactive adventure at Santa's Flight ...

  • 11:00 am -  8:00 pm 
  • Location: 140 University Town Center Dr, Sarasota, FL 34243
  • Cost: Depends on package selection
  • Website: mallatutc.com
  • Category: Holiday Events

Gingerbread House Decorating Mixer, Contest and Fundraiser at LG Kramer Flooring Showroom

Gingerbread House Decorating Party & Fundraiser Join us for a heartwarming afternoon of creativity, charity, and festive bonding at our Gingerbread ...

  • 1:00 pm -  3:00 pm 
  • Location: LG Kramer Flooring Showroom, 4735 Lena Rd., Suite 103, Lakewood Ranch FL 34211
  • Cost: $50 or bring a wrapped gift for an elementary student
  • Website: www.eventbrite.com
  • Category: Holiday Events

Palmetto's Christmas in the Park

**Reservations required** See details below. On Friday, December 6th from 3 – 7 PM & Saturday, December 7th from 2 – ...

The Rink at UTC

Lace up your skates for some wintertime fun because a real ice rink is back at UTC! Presented by the ...

  • 4:00 pm - 10:00 pm 
  • Location: The Rink at UTC, 5999 Desoto Rd, Sarasota, FL 34235
  • Cost: $17.00 per skater
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Holiday Events

Tree Lighting at Wellen Park

Celebrate the season with a spectacular line up of Christmas sights and sounds in Downtown Wellen Park! Local schools and ...

Winter Wonderland at Wellen Park

Celebrate the season with a spectacular line-up of holiday sights and sounds in Downtown Wellen Park! Enjoy performances from local ...

Black and White Christmas Party at The Club at River Wilderness

Welcome to Black and White Christmas! Join us for a festive evening at The Club at River Wilderness where we'll ...

Bradenton Holiday of Lights Festival at the Freedom Factory

The Freedom Factory is excited to announce the 1st Bradenton Holiday Lights Festival! This is a light show like no ...

  • 5:00 pm - 10:00 pm 
  • Location: Freedom Factory, 21050 Sr-64 E, Bradenton, FL 34212
  • Cost: $20 per car load
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Holiday Events

Old Manatee Candlelight Walking Tour

Come experience an old fashioned holiday in Old Manatee! Lights, music, food, vendors, and magic! Many details to follow!

Santa is Coming to Bay City Comics

Santa is Coming!!!! That's right, the big man is coming to Bat City on Fri, Dec 6 from 5PM to 8PM ...

Santa is Coming to Lace Buckle

Santa Claus will be at Lace Buckle from 5-8 pm December 6th. Please Come join us for a family fun ...

North Pole Express at the Florida Railroad Museum

Join us this December for a 30 minute ride from Parrish, FL to the North Pole. This 3.5-hour event is ...

St. Armands Circle Holiday Night of Lights

The 46th Annual Holiday Night of Lights will magically transform St. Armands Circle into your favorite Holiday destination on the ...

  • 5:30 pm -  9:00 pm 
  • Location: St. Armands Circle 300 Madison Dr, Suite 201, Sarasota, FL 34236
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Holiday Events

Family Church Winterfest

Join us for a FREE fun-filled event for the whole family! TFC Winterfest 2024 is a great opportunity to celebrate ...

Sarasota Cuban Ballet School The Nutcracker at the Sarasota Opera House

The Nutcracker presented by The Sarasota Cuban Ballet School Be transported to Clara's enchanted dream world in The Nutcracker by the ...

The Wonderland of Lights at Charlotte County Fairgrounds

Immerse yourself in a dazzling spectacle as our expertly crafted light displays transport you to a whimsical wonderland. Celebrate the ...

  • 6:00 pm - 10:00 pm 
  • Location: 2333 El Jobean Rd, Port Charlotte, FL 33948
  • Cost: Passenger vehicles $25 per carload *$30 at the gate | Limo/Mini-Bus $50 (9-25 people)
  • Website: www.thewonderlandoflights.com
  • Category: Holiday Events

Discover Sarasota Tours Christmas Carol Trolley: Letters to Santa

Celebrate the Spirit of Christmas! The Christmas Carol Trolley: Letters to Santa is a fun-filled musical performance and holiday lights tour ...

Lights in Bloom at Selby Gardens Downtown Sarasota

Lights in Bloom® features more than two million lights illuminating the gardens and walkways of our Downtown Sarasota campus. Step into ...

  • 6:30 pm 
  • Location: 1534 Mound St, Sarasota FL 34236
  • Cost: $19+ (children 0-4 free)
  • Website: selby.org
  • Category: Holiday Events

Movies in the Park at Centennial Park - The Santa Clause

Come get in the holiday spirit by joining us to watch The Santa Clause in Centennial Park! Movie starts at ...

A Christmas Carol Musical at Sarasota High School Theatre

Ebenezer Scrooge is a prosperous curmudgeon who believes that personal wealth is far more valuable than the happiness and comfort ...

First Sarasota Baptist Church Singing Christmas Tree Spectacular

Step into a dazzling holiday tradition with the 50th Annual Singing Christmas Tree Spectacular! This year’s celebration is more magical ...

  • 7:00 pm 
  • Location: First Sarasota, 1661 Main Street, Sarasota, FL 34236
  • Cost: Adult $20 | Child $15
  • Website: brushfire.com
  • Category: Holiday Events

Grinch-mas Parents Night Out at Alpha Martial Arts Academy

Take some time for yourselves! Treat yourself to a night out with the peace of mind, knowing your child will ...

  • 7:00 pm - 10:00 pm 
  • Location: Alpha Martial Arts Academy, 6849 Buffalo Road, Palmetto, FL, United States, Florida 34221
  • Cost: $50 per kid
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Holiday Events

Holiday Movies Under the Stars at UTC

Snuggle up this season for Holiday Movies Under The Stars. Every Friday and Saturday starting at 7 PM, join us ...

Light Up the Night at Selby Five Points Park

On December 6, join us from 7 to 10 pm in Selby Five Points Park for Light up the Night. ...

Wonderland: Illuminate - Under the Big Top

Wonderland is back with Illuminate, a dazzling, never-before-seen production. Join us under the climate-controlled big top at UTC Friday, November ...

Venice Theatre Presents: A Christmas Carol

Original Book & Lyrics by Scott Keys; Original Music by E. Suzan Ott; Additional Music by Scott Keys, Jason Brenner, ...

  • 7:30 pm 
  • Location: Raymond Center 140 Tampa Ave W. Venice, FL 34285
  • Cost: $26 Adult/Sr. | $22 College/Educator | $15 Youth
  • Website: venicetheatre.org
  • Category: Holiday Events

Breakfast with Santa Cow at Chick-fil-A

Please join us on Saturday, December 7th, 8:00-10:00am for our Breakfast with Santa Cow Event at Chick-fil-A Creekwood. We will have ...

  • 8:00 am - 10:00 am 
  • Location: Chick-fil-A Creekwood, 5206 73rd Ln E, Bradenton, FL 34203
  • Cost: Free to attend
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Holiday Events

American Vintage Markets at Robarts Arena

American Vintage Markets brings an exciting and fun shopping extravaganza to the Sarasota area. Expect to find vintage delights from ...

  • 9:00 am -  4:00 pm 
  • Location: Robarts Arena, Sarasota Fairgrounds, 3000 Ringling Blvd, Sarasota
  • Cost: $8 (group discounts available: 2 for $12 | 4 for $20 | Children under 16 free)
  • Website: www.americanvintagemarkets.com
  • Category: Holiday Events

Breakfast with Santa at GROVE

It’s the most wonderful breakfast of the year! Get ready for a magical breakfast with a sprinkle of holiday wonder because ...

  • 9:00 am - 11:00 am 
  • Location: GROVE Restaurant, 10670 Boardwalk Loop, Lakewood Ranch, FL
  • Cost: Adults: $50 plus tax & gratuity | Children Under 10: $30 plus tax & gratuity
  • Website: www.grovelwr.com
  • Category: Holiday Events

Breakfast with Santa at The Ritz-Carlton

You and yours are invited to have breakfast with Santa himself. Children will enjoy fun, interactive activities including face painting, ...

  • 9:00 am - 12:00 pm 
  • Location: The Ritz-Carlton Sarasota, 1111 Ritz-Carlton Drive, Sarasota, FL 34236 (The Bayview Lawn)
  • Cost: $70 Per Adult, $30 Per Child (12 and Under) Exclusive of Gratuity and Tax
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Holiday Events

Holiday Dance Clinic at Manatee School for the Arts

Participants will learn a holiday themed routine, make holiday crafts, and receive a piece of holiday headwear to wear during ...

  • 9:00 am -  1:00 pm 
  • Location: 700 Haben Blvd, Palmetto, FL 34221
  • Cost: $20/dancer or $35/two dancers
  • Website: msfta.org
  • Category: Holiday Events

Merry Meals with Santa at Sarasota County Parks

You are invited to join Sarasota County Parks, Recreation and Natural Resources for the annual Merry Meals with Santa events. ...

One Year Anniversary and Holiday Market at The Flock SRQ

If have ever been to a Flock event… you know that we know how to party! THIS Saturday we are celebrating ...

We Rock the Spectrum Christmas Crafts

Starting in December: Get into the holiday spirit with Christmas-themed arts and crafts every weekend during Open Play! Your little ...

  • 9:00 am -  6:00 pm 
  • Location: We Rock The Spectrum, 4744 Cortez Rd. W Bradenton, FL 34210
  • Cost: Included in open play admission
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Holiday Events

Brunch with Grinch at Metro Diner

Join us from 10 am - 1 pm on Saturday December 7th for Brunch with The Grinch! Take a picture ...

  • 10:00 am -  1:00 pm 
  • Location: Metro Diner, 4726 Cortez Rd W, Bradenton, FL 34210
  • Cost: Free to attend
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Holiday Events

Buggy Baubles: Insect Ornament Workshop at UF/IFAS Extension Sarasota County

There's no time like the holidays to create a fun, meaningful craft to bring home or gift to a loved ...

  • 10:00 am - 12:00 pm 
  • Location: UF/IFAS Extension Sarasota County, Twin Lakes Park 6700, Clark Road Sarasota, FL 34241
  • Cost: $10
  • Website: www.eventbrite.com
  • Category: Holiday Events

Candy Cane Hunt at The Children's Garden and Art Center

Magic elves have sprinkled different candy canes all over the Garden! Find one of each kind to add your goodie ...

  • 10:00 am - 11:00 am 
  • Location: 1670 10th Way Sarasota, FL 34236
  • Cost: $5 per child participating in hunt (while candy canes last) , not including admission to the garden. Members only pay for the event.
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Holiday Events

Court Thirteen's Photo's with Santa

Bring the holiday cheer every weekend from November 30 to December 22! Join us from 10 AM to 2 PM ...

  • 10:00 am -  2:00 pm 
  • Location: 2050 Adams Ln, Sarasota, FL 34237
  • Cost: $5 (and a toy donation if you’re able)
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Holiday Events

Deck the Halls at the Florida Studio Theater

A brand-new rendition of everything that makes Christmas and Hanukkah in Sarasota special. With all-new songs and sketches, Deck the ...

Holiday Vendor & Craft Fair in Venice at Maxine Barritt Park

Join us Saturday, December 7th for the 3rd Annual Holiday Vendor & Craft Fair in Venice at Maxine Barritt Park ...

  • 10:00 am -  3:00 pm 
  • Location: Maxine Barritt Park, 1800 Harbor Dr S, Venice, FL 34285
  • Cost: Free admission
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Holiday Events

Jingle Jam at CoolToday Park

Holiday Market- Holiday Market Sign up Horse and Carriage Rides Kids’ Crafts and Activities Family Events and Contests Acrobatic Show by Cirque Adventure Live Music Appearances ...

Mommy & Me Christmas Cookie Decorating Workshop at the Pineapple Kitchen

Choose Your Date - Seats fill quickly so make sure you pay for the adult and child each. Saturday, December ...

Photos with Santa at The Mall at UTC

Make your reservation to meet Santa for a picture-perfect moment. After, take off on an interactive adventure at Santa's Flight ...

  • 10:00 am -  8:00 pm 
  • Location: 140 University Town Center Dr, Sarasota, FL 34243
  • Cost: Depends on package selection
  • Website: mallatutc.com
  • Category: Holiday Events

Winter Fest at Palma Sola Botanical Park

Come experience the magic at WinterFest, a community event by Stewart Elementary PTO! WinterFest is Bradenton's most unique immersive holiday ...

  • 10:00 am -  2:00 pm 
  • Location: Palma Sola Botanical Park, 9800 17th Avenue NW, Bradenton, FL
  • Cost: $10-$20
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Holiday Events

The Center of Anna Maria Island - Lester Family Fun Day

Get ready for our favorite holiday event filled with festive cheer, exciting activities, and a special visit from Santa Claus ...

Better Together Holiday Luncheon at Grace Community Church

Every child deserves a merry and bright holiday season. Our Better Christmas Gathering provides an opportunity for parents to come ...

European Holiday Market at the Bradenton Area Convention Center

Join us for A European Holiday Market: Bringing Old World Village Charm to Florida Shores! Immerse yourself in the enchanting ...

  • 11:00 am -  9:00 pm 
  • Location: Bradenton Area Convention Center, 1 Haben Blvd, Palmetto, FL 34221
  • Cost: $20 General Admission Pre-Event Sales | $25 General Admission At the Door (under 8 years old enter for free)
  • Website: www.europeanholidaymarket.com
  • Category: Holiday Events

Santa Claus is Comin' to Cocoplum Village Shops

Santa Claus is comin' to Cocoplum this holiday season! Join us Saturday, December 7 & 14 from 11 am to ...

  • 11:00 am -  3:00 pm 
  • Location: Cocoplum Village Shops, 17179 S. Tamiami Trail, North Port
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Holiday Events

The Rink at UTC

Lace up your skates for some wintertime fun because a real ice rink is back at UTC! Presented by the ...

  • 11:00 am - 10:00 pm 
  • Location: The Rink at UTC, 5999 Desoto Rd, Sarasota, FL 34235
  • Cost: $17.00 per skater
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Holiday Events

'Tis the Sea-Sun Pop Market at Sun Lab Brewing

Click interested or going to set yourself a reminder! Join us for shop local Saturday! First 50 attendees will receive a ...

Young Chefs Academy Holiday Gingerbread House Workshop

Imagine you’ve happened upon a magical cottage of sweetest proportions…where rooftops are sugared with frosted shingles and chocolate doors are ...

A Christmas Carol Musical at Sarasota High School Theatre

Ebenezer Scrooge is a prosperous curmudgeon who believes that personal wealth is far more valuable than the happiness and comfort ...

Christmas on Bridge Street

Christmas on Bridge Street! We want to see all of your smiling faces celebrating and enjoying our beautiful community.

Palmetto's Christmas in the Park

**Reservations required** See details below. On Friday, December 6th from 3 – 7 PM & Saturday, December 7th from 2 – ...

Venice Theatre Presents: A Christmas Carol

Original Book & Lyrics by Scott Keys; Original Music by E. Suzan Ott; Additional Music by Scott Keys, Jason Brenner, ...

  • 2:00 pm 
  • Location: Raymond Center 140 Tampa Ave W. Venice, FL 34285
  • Cost: $26 Adult/Sr. | $22 College/Educator | $15 Youth
  • Website: venicetheatre.org
  • Category: Holiday Events

Wonderland: Illuminate - Under the Big Top

Wonderland is back with Illuminate, a dazzling, never-before-seen production. Join us under the climate-controlled big top at UTC Friday, November ...

Christmas on the Farm at the Fandango Sanctuary

Join us for a family-friendly afternoon and evening filled with festive fun at Christmas on The Farm, hosted by Fandango ...

  • 3:00 pm -  7:00 pm 
  • Location: Fandango Sanctuary, 616 Pinto Trail, Englewood, FL
  • Cost: $10 per person (ages 2 and up) • $40 maximum per family
  • Website: www.zeffy.com
  • Category: Holiday Events

City of North Port's Poinsettia Parade and Festival

Join the City of North Port for a festive celebration of the holiday season at the annual Poinsettia Parade & ...

First Sarasota Baptist Church Singing Christmas Tree Spectacular

Step into a dazzling holiday tradition with the 50th Annual Singing Christmas Tree Spectacular! This year’s celebration is more magical ...

  • Location: First Sarasota, 1661 Main Street, Sarasota, FL 34236
  • Cost: Adult $20 | Child $15
  • Website: brushfire.com
  • Category: Holiday Events

Southside Village Holiday Stroll 2024

Santa will ride in on the fire truck and then be available for photos! Thank you Morton's Market for sponsoring! Art ...

A Night Before Christmas at GT Bray Park

The annual A Night Before Christmas event is sure to get you and your family in the Christmas spirit. Santa ...

  • 4:00 pm -  8:00 pm 
  • Location: GT Bray Park, 5502 33rd Avenue Drive West, Bradenton, FL
  • Cost: Free to Attend (A suggested donation per family of a new, unwrapped toy for a local children's organization is kindly requested)
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Holiday Events

Bradenton Holiday of Lights Festival at the Freedom Factory

The Freedom Factory is excited to announce the 1st Bradenton Holiday Lights Festival! This is a light show like no ...

  • 5:00 pm - 10:00 pm 
  • Location: Freedom Factory, 21050 Sr-64 E, Bradenton, FL 34212
  • Cost: $20 per car load
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Holiday Events

First Baptist Bradenton Downtown Community Block Party: Christmas Edition

Join us for an outdoor Christmas Village experience! Come walk through a wonderland of lights, listen to live Christmas carolers, snap ...

  • 5:00 pm -  8:00 pm 
  • Location: First Baptist Church of Bradenton, 1306 Manatee Ave West, Bradenton, FL 34205
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Holiday Events

Wellen Wonderland at Wellen Park

Celebrate the season with a spectacular line-up of holiday sights and sounds in Downtown Wellen Park! Enjoy performances from local ...

North Pole Express at the Florida Railroad Museum

Join us this December for a 30 minute ride from Parrish, FL to the North Pole. This 3.5-hour event is ...

Pilos Family Christmas Show in Bradenton

The Magic of Christmas is Back! *Formerly Lights of Palmetto We’re excited to announce that the Pilos Family Christmas Show is ...

The Wonderland of Lights at Charlotte County Fairgrounds

Immerse yourself in a dazzling spectacle as our expertly crafted light displays transport you to a whimsical wonderland. Celebrate the ...

  • 6:00 pm - 10:00 pm 
  • Location: 2333 El Jobean Rd, Port Charlotte, FL 33948
  • Cost: Passenger vehicles $25 per carload *$30 at the gate | Limo/Mini-Bus $50 (9-25 people)
  • Website: www.thewonderlandoflights.com
  • Category: Holiday Events

Venice Christmas Boat Parade of Lights

Christmas in Venice...the lights, the palm tress, the waterways. Celebrate the holiday season by decorating your boat and joining in ...

Lights in Bloom at Selby Gardens Downtown Sarasota

Lights in Bloom® features more than two million lights illuminating the gardens and walkways of our Downtown Sarasota campus. Step into ...

  • 6:30 pm 
  • Location: 1534 Mound St, Sarasota FL 34236
  • Cost: $19+ (children 0-4 free)
  • Website: selby.org
  • Category: Holiday Events

Holiday Movies Under the Stars at UTC

Snuggle up this season for Holiday Movies Under The Stars. Every Friday and Saturday starting at 7 PM, join us ...

Sarasota Holiday Parade

Celebrating our theme, 'Holidays for Heroes,' an opportunity to creatively honor the heroes in our lives.

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