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08December

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 ...

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

Gloria - Christmas at Woodland Community Church

Christmas at Woodland this year will be called Gloria and will be a special program in lieu of our normal ...

  • 9:00 am 
  • Location: Woodland Community Church, 9607 East State Road 70, Bradenton, FL
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Free

Rhea Lana's of Manatee Winter Holiday Consignment Event - Sale Day

Open to the Public! FREE Admission- Bring a friend! Saturday-Sunday mornings, we open with re-stocked items out on the floor. ...

  • 9:00 am -  9:00 pm 
  • Location: Manatee County Fairgrounds, 1402 14th Avenue West, Palmetto, FL 34221
  • Cost: Free admission
  • Website: manatee.rhealana.com
  • Category: Free

Meet The Grinch at Foxtail Coffee - Wellen Park

Bring the family to Foxtail Coffee Wellen Park for a fun-filled holiday event featuring the Grinch! This kid-friendly meet-and-greet is ...

  • 10:00 am - 12:00 pm 
  • Location: 19795 Wellen Park Blvd, Bldg 4, Suite A, Venice, FL 34293
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Free

Free Second Sundays at the Sarasota Art Museum

Enjoy a day of art and family fun at Sarasota Art Museum! On the second Sunday of each month, we ...

Sunday Fundays at The Artful Giraffe

You know what's better than a Saturday? A Sunday... And you know what's better than that? A Sunday Funday! Every second Sunday of ...

  • 11:00 am -  3:00 pm 
  • Location: The Artful Giraffe, 1861 Fruitville Road, Sarasota, FL 34236
  • Cost: Free to attend
  • Website: www.eventbrite.com
  • Category: Free

Tide and Timber Design Co. Holiday Market

Tide & Timber Design Co. is hosting an outdoor/indoor Holiday Market with local artists. Lots of unique and handcrafted gifts!

  • 11:00 am -  4:00 pm 
  • Location: 1127 36th Ave E, Ellenton, FL 34222
  • Cost: Free admission
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Free

Pancakes with Santa at the Venice Community Center

Please join us for our annual pancakes with Santa event. We will provide a FREE pancake breakfast plus a complimentary ...

  • 12:00 pm -  3:00 pm 
  • Location: 326 Nokomis Ave. S., Venice, FL
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Free

Santa's Visit to American Honey Creamery

SANTA CLAUS will be at American Honey Creamery Sunday, December 8th 12-2pm!!! Bring the family to take your OWN pictures ...

  • 12:00 pm -  2:00 pm 
  • Location: 4919 96th Street E, Palmetto, FL 34221
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Free

Bricks and Minifigs Santa is On Vacation

Swing by and visit with Santa before he flies off to the North Pole! He'll be spreading holiday cheer by ...

  • 2:00 pm -  4:00 pm 
  • Location: Bricks & Minifigs, 4047 Clark Rd, Sarasota
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Free

Meet The Grinch at Foxtail Coffee UTC

Bring the family to Foxtail Coffee UTC Sarasota for a fun-filled holiday event featuring the Grinch! This kid-friendly meet-and-greet is ...

  • 3:00 pm -  5:00 pm 
  • Location: 315 N Cattlemen Rd, Sarasota, FL 34235
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Free

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 ...

  • 4:00 pm 
  • Location: 19745 Wellen Pk Blvd, Venice, FL 34293
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: wellenpark.com
  • Category: Free

Christmas in the Garden: A Celebration of Lights and Music

Christmas in the Garden 2024 - A Celebration of Lights and Music December 1-December 31, 2024 - 5:00 pm - 9:00 ...

  • 5:00 pm -  9:00 pm 
  • Location: 6200 Gulf of Mexico Dr., Longboat Key, FL 34228
  • Cost: Free (donations appreciated)
  • Website: longboatislandchapel.org
  • Category: Free

Forward Community Church Kickoff to Christmas

Join us for the greatest kickoff EVER to the festive season! Save your money for your kids presents, because the ENTIRE ...

  • 5:00 pm -  8:00 pm 
  • Location: 209 7th St W, Palmetto, FL 34221
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Free

Evangel Baptist Church Drive Thru Bethlehem

Drive Through Bethlehem is this weekend! Come out and see us! A great family event and it’s free!!

  • 6:00 pm -  8:00 pm 
  • Location: 3605 Lorraine Road, Lakewood Ranch, FL
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Free

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 ...

  • 6:00 pm - 10:00 pm 
  • Location: 1811 72nd Street North West, Bradenton, FL 34209
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Free
09December

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

Rhea Lana's of Manatee Winter Holiday Consignment Event - Sale Day

Open to the Public! FREE Admission- Bring a friend! Saturday-Sunday mornings, we open with re-stocked items out on the floor. ...

  • 9:00 am -  9:00 pm 
  • Location: Manatee County Fairgrounds, 1402 14th Avenue West, Palmetto, FL 34221
  • Cost: Free admission
  • Website: manatee.rhealana.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

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

Parenting Matters Musical Motion at Braden River 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: Braden River Library, 4915 53rd Ave E, Bradenton, 34203
  • Cost: One time $10 enrollment fee
  • Website: parentingmattersfl.org
  • 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

Christmas in the Garden: A Celebration of Lights and Music

Christmas in the Garden 2024 - A Celebration of Lights and Music December 1-December 31, 2024 - 5:00 pm - 9:00 ...

  • 5:00 pm -  9:00 pm 
  • Location: 6200 Gulf of Mexico Dr., Longboat Key, FL 34228
  • Cost: Free (donations appreciated)
  • Website: longboatislandchapel.org
  • Category: Free

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 ...

  • 6:00 pm - 10:00 pm 
  • Location: 1811 72nd Street North West, Bradenton, FL 34209
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Free

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 ...

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

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 ...

Rhea Lana's of Manatee Winter Holiday Consignment Event - Sale Day

Open to the Public! FREE Admission- Bring a friend! Saturday-Sunday mornings, we open with re-stocked items out on the floor. ...

  • 9:00 am -  2:00 pm 
  • Location: Manatee County Fairgrounds, 1402 14th Avenue West, Palmetto, FL 34221
  • Cost: Free admission
  • Website: manatee.rhealana.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

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

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

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

Christmas in the Garden: A Celebration of Lights and Music

Christmas in the Garden 2024 - A Celebration of Lights and Music December 1-December 31, 2024 - 5:00 pm - 9:00 ...

  • 5:00 pm -  9:00 pm 
  • Location: 6200 Gulf of Mexico Dr., Longboat Key, FL 34228
  • Cost: Free (donations appreciated)
  • Website: longboatislandchapel.org
  • 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

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 ...

  • 6:00 pm - 10:00 pm 
  • Location: 1811 72nd Street North West, Bradenton, FL 34209
  • 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

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: Free

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 ...

  • 6:30 pm 
  • Location: 19745 Wellen Pk Blvd, Venice, FL 34293
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: wellenpark.com
  • Category: Free
11December

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 ...

Rhea Lana's of Manatee Winter Holiday Consignment Event - Half Price Sale Day

Open to the Public! Most items will be HALF PRICE.

  • 9:00 am -  8:00 pm 
  • Location: Manatee County Fairgrounds, 1402 14th Avenue West, Palmetto, FL 34221
  • Cost: Free admission
  • Website: manatee.rhealana.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

Storytime with Mrs. Clause on the Green at UTC

Once upon a time...join us this Wednesday, December 11 from 10-11 a.m. for story time with Mrs. Claus. Meet us ...

  • 10:00 am - 11:00 am 
  • Location: 140 University Town Center Drive, Sarasota, FL 34243
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • 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

Supper with Santa at Grace United Methodist Church

The North Pole called to let us know on Wednesday December 11, while enjoying a delicious supper of spaghetti, we ...

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

Christmas in the Garden: A Celebration of Lights and Music

Christmas in the Garden 2024 - A Celebration of Lights and Music December 1-December 31, 2024 - 5:00 pm - 9:00 ...

  • 5:00 pm -  9:00 pm 
  • Location: 6200 Gulf of Mexico Dr., Longboat Key, FL 34228
  • Cost: Free (donations appreciated)
  • Website: longboatislandchapel.org
  • Category: Free

Cookies and Cocoa Kids' Night at Culver's Bradenton

Mark your calendars! Join us IN 2 WEEKS for our most festive Kids' Night of the year! Kids 12 and ...

  • 5:00 pm -  7:00 pm 
  • Location: 13020 SR 64 East, Bradenton, FL, 34211
  • Cost: Free to attend
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Free

Ear Research Foundation: Children's Health Clinic

Research, Education, and Community Care. Through our mission of research, education, and community care, the Ear Research Foundation has helped thousands ...

  • 5:00 pm -  8:00 pm 
  • Location: Ear Research Foundation, Inc, 1901 Floyd Street Sarasota, FL 34239
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: calendly.com
  • Category: Free

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 ...

  • 5:30 pm 
  • Location: 19745 Wellen Pk Blvd, Venice, FL 34293
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: wellenpark.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

Palma Sola Botanical Park's “Winter Nights Under the Lights”

Bring the entire family out for an evening of holiday spirit! The park will be magically lit up while sounds ...

  • 6:00 pm -  9:00 pm 
  • Location: 9800 17th Avenue N.W. Bradenton, Florida
  • Cost: Free, Donations Appreciated to Support the Park
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Free

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 ...

  • 6:00 pm - 10:00 pm 
  • Location: 1811 72nd Street North West, Bradenton, FL 34209
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: www.facebook.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

Sarasota Top Events Board Game Night at Great Heights Creamery

Join us, Wednesday 12/11 for Board Game Nights. We have a special partnership with Great Heights Creamery who will be ...

  • 6:00 pm -  9:00 pm 
  • Location: 1371 Blvd of the Arts, Unit 3, Sarasota 34236
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Free
12December

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 ...

Rhea Lana's of Manatee Winter Holiday Consignment Event - Half Price Sale

Open to the Public! Most items will be HALF PRICE.

  • 9:00 am -  2:00 pm 
  • Location: Manatee County Fairgrounds, 1402 14th Avenue West, Palmetto, FL 34221
  • Cost: Free admission
  • Website: manatee.rhealana.com
  • Category: Free

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 ...

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 ...

  • 9:00 am 
  • Location: 19745 Wellen Pk Blvd, Venice, FL 34293
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: wellenpark.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

Open Play at The Roots Health Centers

Join us at The Roots Health Centers for a fun-filled Open Play event catered to our littlest ones! This in-person ...

  • 9:30 am - 10:30 am 
  • Location: 8209 Natures Way, Bradenton, FL 34202
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: www.eventbrite.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

Big Top Brewing Groovy Drip Holiday Market

**Join Us for a Holiday Night Market at Big Top Brewing Company December 12th 5P-9P!** Enjoy craft beers brewed on-site while ...

  • 5:00 pm -  9:00 pm 
  • Location: 3045 Fruitville Commons Blvd Sarasota, FL 34240
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Free

Christmas in the Garden: A Celebration of Lights and Music

Christmas in the Garden 2024 - A Celebration of Lights and Music December 1-December 31, 2024 - 5:00 pm - 9:00 ...

  • 5:00 pm -  9:00 pm 
  • Location: 6200 Gulf of Mexico Dr., Longboat Key, FL 34228
  • Cost: Free (donations appreciated)
  • Website: longboatislandchapel.org
  • Category: Free

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: Free

Bingo Night at Parrish Pizzeria

Bingo Night! Get ready to shout BINGO this Thursday at Parrish Pizzeria! Join us for a fun-filled night of games, delicious ...

  • 6:00 pm -  8:00 pm 
  • Location: 12345 US Highway 301 N, Parrish, FL
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Free

Downtown Wellen Park Night Market

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

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

Palma Sola Botanical Park's “Winter Nights Under the Lights”

Bring the entire family out for an evening of holiday spirit! The park will be magically lit up while sounds ...

  • 6:00 pm -  9:00 pm 
  • Location: 9800 17th Avenue N.W. Bradenton, Florida
  • Cost: Free, Donations Appreciated to Support the Park
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Free

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 ...

  • 6:00 pm - 10:00 pm 
  • Location: 1811 72nd Street North West, Bradenton, FL 34209
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Free

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: Free

The Living Nativity at The Tabernacle Church

Over 200 volunteers from the Tabernacle family join together for a nightly performance of the Christmas story! A 45 minute ...

  • 7:30 pm -  8:15 pm 
  • Location: 4141 DeSoto Road, Sarasota, FL 34235
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: www.tabsarasota.org
  • Category: Free
13December

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 LACTATION LOOP

Join us at Lactation Loop at Forty Carrots! Whether you’re breastfeeding or bottle feeding we are here to support you! ...

  • 10:00 am - 11:00 am 
  • Location: The Parenting Center at Forty Carrots, 1350 Cattlemen Road, Sarasota, 34232
  • Cost: Free, No preregistration required
  • 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

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 ...

Manatee County Seafood and Music Festival at G.T. Bray Park

Mark your calendars for an unforgettable experience as the Manatee County Seafood & Music Festival takes place from December 13th-15th, ...

Milk and Cookies with Santa at Dakin Dairy Farms

Save the Date!

  • 4:00 pm -  9:00 pm 
  • Location: Dakin Dairy Farms, 30771 Betts Rd, Myakka City, FL
  • Cost: TBD
  • Website: dakindairyfarms.com
  • Category: Free

Christmas Town Celebration at Southside Baptist Church

Our seventh annual Christmas town is going to happen soon! We can not wait to serve your family again this ...

  • 5:00 pm -  8:00 pm 
  • Location: 2035 Magnolia Street, Sarasota, FL 34239
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: www.eventbrite.com
  • Category: Free

Christmas in the Garden: A Celebration of Lights and Music

Christmas in the Garden 2024 - A Celebration of Lights and Music December 1-December 31, 2024 - 5:00 pm - 9:00 ...

  • 5:00 pm -  9:00 pm 
  • Location: 6200 Gulf of Mexico Dr., Longboat Key, FL 34228
  • Cost: Free (donations appreciated)
  • Website: longboatislandchapel.org
  • Category: Free

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. ...

Christmas Movie on the Lawn: The Grinch

Bring the whole family out to enjoy a free showing of The Grinch (2018)! FREE popcorn & hot cocoa will ...

Church of the Palms Christmas Movie Night Under the Stars

Get into the holiday spirit at our Christmas Movie Night under the stars in the courtyard! We’ll kick off the ...

  • 5:30 pm 
  • Location: 3224 Bee Ridge Rd, Sarasota, FL 34239
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Free

Palma Sola Botanical Park's “Winter Nights Under the Lights”

Bring the entire family out for an evening of holiday spirit! The park will be magically lit up while sounds ...

  • 6:00 pm -  9:00 pm 
  • Location: 9800 17th Avenue N.W. Bradenton, Florida
  • Cost: Free, Donations Appreciated to Support the Park
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Free

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 ...

  • 6:00 pm - 10:00 pm 
  • Location: 1811 72nd Street North West, Bradenton, FL 34209
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Free

Sidewalk Astronomy at The Bishop

Join us under the stars for a night of good eating and great observing! We have partnered with the Local Group ...

  • 6:00 pm 
  • Location: The Bishop Museum of Science and Nature 201 10th St W, Bradenton, FL 34205
  • Cost: $3 per person for show (Free telescope observing)
  • Website: 26965.blackbaudhosting.com
  • Category: Free

Living Nativity at Parrish United Methodist Church

A family-friendly and FREE Christmas tradition! Walking tours will depart from our worship center approximately every 10 minutes. Register for ...

  • 6:30 pm -  8:30 pm 
  • Location: Parrish United Methodist Church, 12180 US 301 North, Parrish, Florida 34219
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: www.eventbrite.com
  • Category: Free

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 ...

  • 7:00 pm - 10:00 pm 
  • Location: West District at UTC (in the lot near Ford’s Garage)
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: www.eventbrite.com
  • Category: Free

Movies in the Park at Waterside Place

Join us at Waterside Park every 2nd Friday of the month for a free, outdoor, family-friendly movie! Showtimes begin at ...

  • 7:00 pm - 10:00 pm 
  • Location: Waterside Park: 7301 Island Cove Terrace Lakewood Ranch, FL 34240
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: lakewoodranch.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

The Living Nativity at The Tabernacle Church

Over 200 volunteers from the Tabernacle family join together for a nightly performance of the Christmas story! A 45 minute ...

  • 7:30 pm -  8:15 pm 
  • Location: 4141 DeSoto Road, Sarasota, FL 34235
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: www.tabsarasota.org
  • Category: Free
14December

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 ...

Ninja Squad Athletics Saturday Morning Run at Nathan Benderson Park

Running isn’t just a thing we do on Saturday anymore! It’s part of who we are! Join us for a ...

  • 8:00 am 
  • Location: Nathan Benderson Park, 5851 Nathan Benderson Cir, Sarasota, FL 34235
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Free

Santa Firehouse Pancake Breakfast at VFR Station 51

Enjoy pancakes, a present from Santa, ornament decorating and bake sale items. Bake sale proceeds will go to the Venice ...

  • 8:00 am -  5:00 pm 
  • Location: 112 Harbor Dr S, Venice, FL 34285
  • 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, ...

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 ...

The Grinch at Five-O Donut Co.

Tha Tha Tha...the Grinch at Five-O! The next two weekends come buy some dough and take a pic with the ...

  • 9:00 am - 11:00 am 
  • Location: Multiple locations
  • Cost: Free to attend
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Free

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

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 Christmas Bazaar in North Port

Save the date! There will be crafters, local artists & vendors, food trucks & more! Selfies with the Grinch (12PM-1PM).

  • 10:00 am -  3:00 pm 
  • Location: 4970 City Hall Blvd, North Port, FL 34286
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Free

Craft at JC Penney Westfield Sarasota

Join us every second Saturday of the month for an exciting craft! This event is free! Pick up your free craft ...

  • 10:00 am - 12:00 pm 
  • Location: JC Penney Westfield Sarasota 8201 S Tamiami Trail, Sarasota, FL
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: www.jcpenney.com
  • Category: Free

Harvest Festival at Gamble Creek Farms

Join us at the Healthy Harvest Festival on Saturday, December 14, 10AM - 2 PM at Gamble Creek Farms (14950 ...

  • 10:00 am -  2:00 pm 
  • Location: Gamble Creek Farms, 14950 Golf Course Rd, Parrish, FL 34219
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Free

Lakewood Ranch Market on Main Street

All hat styles will be available at this event! Tag a friend and see you there!

  • 10:00 am -  2:00 pm 
  • Location: 8100 Lakewood Main Street, Lakewood Ranch, FL, 34202
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Free

Old Florida Christmas at Manatee Village Historical Park

Experience an old-fashioned Florida holiday celebration. “An Old Florida Christmas” features food, music, free "make and take" seasonal crafts, and ...

  • 10:00 am -  3:00 pm 
  • Location: Manatee Village Historical Park | 617 14th Street East, Bradenton, FL 34208
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: www.manateevillage.org
  • Category: Free

Suncoast Christmas Market

Join us for a fun filled Christmas Market! Shop 20+ local vendors! Follow for more details! We hope to see ...

  • 10:00 am -  2:00 pm 
  • Location: 8000 Hawkins Rd., Sarasota, 34241
  • Cost: Free entry
  • Category: Free

Santa at PJ's Sandwich Shop

Free Santa visit! Bring your little ones for a visit with Santa Claus, and decorate a free ornament too! Tents ...

  • 10:30 am - 12:30 pm 
  • Location: PJ's Sandwich Shop, 12342 US-301, Parrish, FL 34219
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: www.facebook.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 ...

Anna Maria Holiday Shopping with Santa Visit

Holiday shopping event begins on Saturday Due to the ongoing hurricane recovery efforts, the annual Holiday of Treasures Open House will ...

  • 11:00 am -  5:00 pm 
  • Location: Along Gulf Drive, Pine Avenue and South Bay Boulevard
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Free

Manatee County Seafood and Music Festival at G.T. Bray Park

Mark your calendars for an unforgettable experience as the Manatee County Seafood & Music Festival takes place from December 13th-15th, ...

North River Ranch Winterfest

Join us for our 2nd annual Winterfest on Saturday, December 14, from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m.! Come play in the ...

  • 11:00 am -  2:00 pm 
  • Location: 11602 Longmeadow Avenue, Parrish, FL 34219
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: northriverranch.com
  • Category: Free

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: Free

Winter Wonderland at Robert L.Taylor Community Complex

Join us for free festive family fun on Saturday, December 14, from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m.! This community event ...

  • 11:00 am -  2:00 pm 
  • Location: Robert L. Taylor Community Complex, 1845 34th Street, Sarasota
  • 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

'Kidprenuer Holiday Market at Bayside Community Church

The Village Community School of Sarasota presents 'Kidprenuer Holiday Market. Perfect for holiday shoppers, families and anyone looking to support ...

Art Center Sarasota's Holiday Art Festival

Art Center Sarasota is excited to host our 2024 Holiday Art Festival! Artists from all disciplines will be selling their ...

  • 12:00 pm -  5:00 pm 
  • Location: 707 N Tamiami Trail, Sarasota 34236
  • Cost: free
  • Website: www.artsarasota.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 ...

The June Collective's Holiday Market at Corporate Ladder Brewing

Shop small + drink local

  • 12:00 pm -  4:00 pm 
  • Location: 4935 96th Street E, Palmetto
  • Cost: Free to attend
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Free

Christmas in Cortez at The Florida Maritime Museum

Following the unprecedented impacts of multiple hurricanes on our coastal communities, the Florida Maritime Museum, Friends of FMM, Cortez Village ...

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 ...

Open Gym at Flip Zone Gymnastics of Southwest Florida

Open gym this Saturday from 1pm-2:30pm. For ages 5 - 18

  • 1:00 pm -  2:30 pm 
  • Location: 3241 59th Avenue Dr E , Bradenton, FL,
  • Cost: $20 per child
  • Website: portal.iclasspro.com
  • Category: Free

Parrish Playworks presents In One Basket at Lakewood Ranch Library

Selections from In One Basket (by Shirley Pugh), a collection of little-known folk and fairy tales, will be performed as ...

  • 1:00 pm 
  • Location: Lakewood Ranch Library, 16410 Rangeland Parkway Lakewood Ranch, FL 34211
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: parrishplayworks.org
  • Category: Free

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

Awesome Youth Sports The Ultimate Santa Experience

Character Meet and Greet, Bounce House, and Game Room Fun!!! Space is limited, reserve your time spot today!

  • 1:30 pm -  3:30 pm 
  • Location: 5639 Manatee Ave W, Bradenton FL
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: sparkpages.io
  • Category: Free

Santa at Clancy's Irish Pub

The countdown is on! The big guy will be making his appearance at Clancy’s in just 3 days! Party starts ...

  • 2:00 pm -  5:00 pm 
  • Location: 6128 Cortez Rd W, Bradenton
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Free

Winter Wonderland with Santa at Learning Unlimited and Manatee Learning Academy

Mark your calendar! Join us for a walk through our Winter Wonderland and meet Santa D at the end! Start with ...

  • 2:00 pm -  4:00 pm 
  • Location: 6210 17th Ave W Bradenton, FL 34209
  • Cost: Minimum donation of $5.00 per family for up to four persons
  • Website: www.ticketleap.events
  • Category: Free

CRPE Sarasota Christmas Festival

A beautiful celebration filled with holiday cheer, featuring a diverse selection of local businesses and organizations that share our commitment ...

  • 3:00 pm -  7:00 pm 
  • Location: 1621 66th Avenue Terrace East Sarasota, Fl. 34243
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Free

6th Annual Holiday Celebration at Ellenton Premium Outlets

Celebrate the joy and magic of the holiday season at the 6th Annual Holiday Celebration on Saturday, December 14th from ...

  • 4:00 pm -  8:00 pm 
  • Location: Ellenton Premium Outlets - Manatee Court, 5461 Factory Shops Blvd., Ellenton, FL
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: www.premiumoutlets.com
  • Category: Free

Holidays at The Bay

Join in the fun of this FREE Third Annual Holidays at The Bay Community Celebration. Spread the season’s cheer by snapping ...

  • 4:00 pm -  7:30 pm 
  • Location: 1055 Boulevard of the Arts, Sarasota, FL 34236
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: www.eventbrite.com
  • Category: Free

Milk and Cookies with Santa at Dakin Dairy Farms

Save the Date!

  • 4:00 pm -  9:00 pm 
  • Location: Dakin Dairy Farms, 30771 Betts Rd, Myakka City, FL
  • Cost: TBD
  • Website: dakindairyfarms.com
  • Category: Free

Mr. Stevey & Friends: Sounds of the Season at The Bay

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

  • 4:00 pm -  6:00 pm 
  • Location: 1055 Boulevard of the Arts Sarasota, FL 34236
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: www.eventbrite.com
  • Category: Free

Sarasota Christian Church Christmas Block Party

Join us for live music and entertainment, free food, a craft fair, Christmas karaoke, a petting zoo & manger scene ...

  • 4:00 pm -  7:00 pm 
  • Location: 2923 Ashton Rd, Sarasota, FL
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Free

Sarasota Christian Church Christmas Craft Fair

Join us for a Christmas Craft fair that you won’t want to miss! Our church is also hosting an exciting ...

LBK Strong Celebration Concert at Karon Family Pavilion

December 14 @ 4:30 pm - LBK Strong! Celebration Concert! Food Trucks, complimentary beer & seltzer products from Gold Coast ...

  • 4:30 pm 
  • Location: Karon Family Pavilion at the Town Center, 600 Bay Isles Road, LBK
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Free

Christmas Town Celebration at Southside Baptist Church

Our seventh annual Christmas town is going to happen soon! We can not wait to serve your family again this ...

  • 5:00 pm -  8:00 pm 
  • Location: 2035 Magnolia Street, Sarasota, FL 34239
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: www.eventbrite.com
  • Category: Free

Christmas in the Garden: A Celebration of Lights and Music

Christmas in the Garden 2024 - A Celebration of Lights and Music December 1-December 31, 2024 - 5:00 pm - 9:00 ...

  • 5:00 pm -  9:00 pm 
  • Location: 6200 Gulf of Mexico Dr., Longboat Key, FL 34228
  • Cost: Free (donations appreciated)
  • Website: longboatislandchapel.org
  • Category: Free

Winter Wonderland Celebration on Old Main Street Bradenton

Winter Wonderland transforms Bradenton’s Old Main Street into a seasonal celebration with fun for the entire family! The 2024 Winter Wonderland ...

Curious and Kind Nature Play Lantern Walk

Come join us as we walk through the forest at sunset, sing songs, and enjoy herbal tea and a warm ...

  • 5:30 pm -  7:00 pm 
  • Location: 3023 Proctor Rd, Sarasota, FL 34231
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Free

Deck the Neighborhood at Freedom Christian Church

Please stop by for the free Christmas fun! Giveaways, performances, and maybe even some roasting of marshmallows.

  • 5:30 pm -  7:00 pm 
  • Location: 4500 Swift Rd., Sarasota
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Free

Bradenton Christian Reformed Church Festival of Carols

Join us for our annual Festival of Carols next week Saturday!

Holiday Boat Parade of Lights on Sarasota Bay

On Saturday, December 14, enjoy a parade of boats beautifully decorated for the holidays on Sarasota Bay. This annual ...

Manatee River Holiday Boat Parade

The Manatee River Holiday Boat Parade is the county’s largest holiday event of the year. A fleet of decked out ...

  • 6:00 pm - 10:00 pm 
  • Location: Bradenton Yacht Club 4307 13th St W, Palmetto, FL 34221
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: holidayboatparade.org
  • Category: Free

Palma Sola Botanical Park's “Winter Nights Under the Lights”

Bring the entire family out for an evening of holiday spirit! The park will be magically lit up while sounds ...

  • 6:00 pm -  9:00 pm 
  • Location: 9800 17th Avenue N.W. Bradenton, Florida
  • Cost: Free, Donations Appreciated to Support the Park
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Free

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 ...

  • 6:00 pm - 10:00 pm 
  • Location: 1811 72nd Street North West, Bradenton, FL 34209
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Free

Drive Thru Living Nativity at Bethel Mennonite Church

You are Invited to Bethel Mennonite Church’s Drive Thru Living Nativity on Dec. 14 & 15 (Sat. & Sun.) from ...

  • 6:30 pm -  8:30 pm 
  • Location: 2985 Bethel Ln, Sarasota, FL 34240
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Free

Living Nativity at Parrish United Methodist Church

A family-friendly and FREE Christmas tradition! Walking tours will depart from our worship center approximately every 10 minutes. Register for ...

  • 6:30 pm -  8:30 pm 
  • Location: Parrish United Methodist Church, 12180 US 301 North, Parrish, Florida 34219
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: www.eventbrite.com
  • Category: Free

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 ...

  • 7:00 pm - 10:00 pm 
  • Location: West District at UTC (in the lot near Ford’s Garage)
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: www.eventbrite.com
  • Category: Free

The Living Nativity at The Tabernacle Church

Over 200 volunteers from the Tabernacle family join together for a nightly performance of the Christmas story! A 45 minute ...

  • 7:30 pm -  8:15 pm 
  • Location: 4141 DeSoto Road, Sarasota, FL 34235
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: www.tabsarasota.org
  • Category: Free
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