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15March

Breakfast with Sharks at the Mote Marine Laboratory & Aquarium

Rise and Dive! Start your day with our sharks before the Aquarium opens to the public. You and your chums ...

  • 8:00 am -  9:30 am 
  • Location: 1600 Ken Thompson Parkway, Sarasota, FL
  • Cost: $36 member adults, $40 non-member adults; $27 member youth, $30 non-member youth; 2 and younger are free
  • Website: ticketing.mote.org
  • Category: Family Fun, Informational & Tours

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 ...

Arts and Crafts Shows at Englewood Sports Complex

The Spring Arts & Crafts Show on March 15, from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. is your chance to explore ...

Farm, Garden and Craft Festival at Elmwood Park

You asked, so we answered! Here's an updated list of vendors for the Elwood Park Farm, Garden, and Craft Festival ...

  • 9:00 am -  3:00 pm 
  • Location: Elmwood Park Baptist Church, 3516 45th St. E, Bradenton, FL 34208
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Family Fun, Free

JumpJump Children Multiverse Open Play

Get ready for a world of fun and adventure in our indoor playground, specially designed for kids of all ages. ...

Learn to Skate Class at Astro Skate

Come out and learn how to skate! Offered every Saturday morning at 9am.

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, ...

Pop Up and Play at The Flock SRQ

Join us to support our local electrolyte brand Lido! Discounted open play, samples, giveaways + fun!

  • 9:00 am - 11:00 am 
  • Location: The Flock SRQ, 1977 Brother Geenen Way, Sarasota, FL 34236
  • Cost: $10 pop up open play!! Discounted taken at The Flock the day of!
  • Website: theflocksrq.com
  • Category: Family Fun

STEAM Saturdays with Suncoast Science Center

Join us every Saturday for a FUN, hands on exploration into different areas of Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts, and Math! ...

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 ...

KinderCooks® Mommy and Me Time at Young Chefs Academy

It's Mommy and Me time! If you’re searching for a meaningful, enriching way to engage your little ones (ages 4-7), look ...

Parent Child Paint Morning at The Venice Art Center

Kids, bring your parents to a morning of painting! Bring your favorite drinks and snacks! No experience necessary. Ages 6 and ...

  • 9:30 am - 12:00 pm 
  • Location: Venice Art Center, 390 Nokomis Ave South, Venice FL 34285
  • Cost: $68.75 ($55 for members)
  • Website: veniceartcenter.com
  • Category: Classes

Ananda Farm's St. Patrick's Day Festival

Get ready for a weekend filled with cheer, delicious food & beer, and farm fun! Join us at Ananda Farm ...

Annual Leprechaun Hunt at The Children's Garden and Art Center

The Leprechauns have hidden their magic gold in every nook and cranny of The Children’s Garden - Collect the gold ...

  • 10:00 am - 10:45 am 
  • Location: The Children's Garden and Art Center 1670 10th Way, Sarasota, FL 34236
  • Cost: Included with admission, 2 and under free
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Family Fun, Holiday Events

Backyard Science at The Bishop Museum of Science and Nature

Make your Saturday mornings even more fun! Check out the newly designed Backyard Science program for elementary-aged learners at The ...

Creative Child Learning Center - Lakewood Ranch Open House

We are excited to invite you and your family to our Open House! Come see what makes Creative Child Learning ...

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 ...

Family Makerspace Drop-In at Braden River Library

Join us in Studio70 for a fun, simple craft.

Lucky Discount Play Day at Theory of Play

Join us for a special Open Play event on March 15th from 10 AM - 2 PM and enjoy $10 ...

Pot of Gold St. Patrick's Day Celebration at Palmetto Branch Library

Can you win enough gold to become friends with the library leprechaun? Complete all the tasks on his note to ...

Read to Dogs at Lakewood Ranch Library

Come visit the Kids Space at the Lakewood Ranch Library and read to a certified therapy dog! Perfect for those ...

The Flying Penguin and Other Winning Plays at Florida Studio Theatre

Top plays written by elementary school students from our community and around the world are brought to life by a ...

Theory of Play Open Play Saturdays

At Theory of Play, your child’s adventure begins in our thoughtfully designed Oasis, featuring six unique Playscapes that offer endless ...

  • 10:00 am -  2:00 pm 
  • Location: 2970 University Pkwy, Sarasota, FL 34243
  • Cost: Members: Free; Guests: $35 and Siblings $25
  • Website: theoryofplay.com
  • Category: Family Fun

Tiny Tots at Astro Skate

Saturdays is Tiny Tots Skate at Astro Skate!

Tot Time Saturday Read-Aloud! at the George Mullen Activity Center

Tot Time Saturday Read-Aloud! Join us for a fun twist to your Tot Time experience. Kick off each session with ...

Touch A Truck at Rocky Bluff Branch Library

Big trucks are heading to the Lakewood Ranch and Rocky Bluff Libraries! Don't miss these family-friendly events where you can ...

Ocean Waves Collages at Elsie Quirk Library

Create a fun ocean-themed collage using cardboard, paper, and fabric with artist, Elizabeth Goodwill. Registration is required and limited to 15 ...

The Flock SRQ Total Body Tone Mommy and Me Workout

New Class Alert! Come join us at the Flock on Saturdays for our Total Body Tone Mommy + Me workout! This ...

  • 10:30 am - 11:00 am 
  • Location: 1977 Brother Geenen Way, Sarasota, FL
  • Cost: Free for members at The Flock and only $25 for a pop in class!
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Family Fun, Classes

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 ...

JuniorChefs™ at Young Chefs Academy

JuniorChefs™ (Ages 7+) Where the culinary fun and learning continues! The Young Chefs® Academy JuniorChefs™ program delivers a well-rounded approach to ...

  • 11:00 am - 12:30 pm 
  • Location: Young Chefs Academy, 3800 S. Tamiami Trail Sarasota, FL 34239
  • Cost: Non-Member $50/class (Membership available for $179/month)
  • Website: sarasotafl.youngchefsacademy.com
  • Category: Classes

Open Mat at Ninja Squad Athletics

Open mat every Saturday! All ages.

  • 11:00 am - 12:00 pm 
  • Location: 4422 Bee Ridge Rd, Sarasota, 34233
  • Cost: Call for info
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Classes

St. Patrick's Day at Main Street Lakewood Ranch

Come celebrate St. Patrick’s Day with McGrath’s and Ed’s Tavern on Lakewood Ranch Main Street. There will be Irish food ...

St. Patrick's Day at McGrath's Irish Ale House

St. Patrick’s on Main Street Get ready for a shamrockin’ good time at McGrath’s this Saturday, March 15th from 11 ...

Read with Dogs at the Osprey Library

Children are invited to read with certified pet therapy dogs. This program encourages conversation and develops reading and communication skills. ...

Irish Celtic Festival at Greenbrook Adventure Park

Get your Irish on at our annual Irish Celtic Festival & Lucky Dog Parade! It's the best St. Patrick's Day ...

2025 Sarasota County Fair at Sarasota County Fairgrounds and Robarts Arena

Join us in celebrating the 2025 Sarasota County Fair! The years have passed but the excitement of the fair rides, ...

  • 12:00 pm - 11:00 pm 
  • Location: Sarasota Fairgrounds, 3000 Ringling Blvd., Sarasota, FL 34237
  • Cost: See website. Admission specials include 1/2 price admission on Monday, Wednesday and Thursday as well as the $2 Tuesday: $2 admission, $2 rides.
  • Website: www.sarasotafair.com
  • Category: Family Fun, Shows & Concerts

Open Family Skate at Astro Skate

Join us for Open Family Skate every Saturday! $8+ skate rental or $20 for family of 5 with at least ...

Parent & Child Glass Art at Shattered Glass DIY

Have you checked out our Parent & Child classes? Every Saturday and Sunday at 12 PM, you and your little ...

Goat Cuddle Sessions at Serenity Oaks Homestead

Goat cuddles are back!!!! Located off Golf Course Rd in Parrish. Our first kids were born 1/5/2025 and more are ...

Open Gym at Flip Zone Gymnastics

Come visit us for an Open Gym! Limited to 35 students. For ages 5-18

Tales Under the Tree at The Bishop Museum of Science and Nature

Come and join us every Saturday and Sunday at 2pm for a unique storytime experience at The Bishop. Tales Under ...

Family Movie Matinee at South Manatee Branch Library

Join us for a family-friendly movie the first Saturday of the month. Ages 6-11

Florida Cultural Group, Inc Presents: The Sound of Music

One of the most beloved musicals of all time! In Austria, 1938, an exuberant young governess brings music and joy ...

The Players Studio: Disney Pixar Finding Nemo Jr.

Based on the 2003 Disney/Pixar film Finding Nemo written by Andrew Stanton, Bob Peterson, David Reynolds and directed by Andrew ...

Unicorn Spa Day at Party Palace

Get ready for a magical day of pampering at our Unicorn Spa Day! Kids will enjoy unicorn-themed facials, rainbow manicures, ...

  • 2:30 pm -  4:30 pm 
  • Location: Party Palace, 935 North Beneva Road, #403, Sarasota, FL 34232
  • Cost: $60 per child
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Family Fun

The Coder School - Rubiks Cube Workshop

Join Code Coach Kai in learning the mystery of the cube. Spend 90 minutes learning how to solve the classic 3x3 ...

Family Game Night at Island Branch Library

Join the fun! A variety of games (Jenga, chess, scrabble, etc.) will be made available for everyone to play, or ...

Maverick's Rhythm & Rave at SCF Venice Campus

Free Outdoor event Open to the Public Live Music, Food Vendors & Lots More Fun For The Entire Family!

Teen Art Lab: Printmaking and Art Journals at Rocky Bluff Branch Library

Come explore different kinds of printmaking techniques at the library with local artist, Mary J. Bynum. You can also start ...

Acro Fit Gymnastics St. Patty's Party

Glow Party Saturday, January 25th XOXO Party Saturday, February 15th St. Patty's Party Prize for best dressed!!! Saturday, March 15th All parties include pizza dinner!! Book through ...

Buffalo Creek Little League Parents Night Out!

Drop off your Little League players and their League-aged siblings for a fun night of dinner and entertainment, and enjoy ...

  • 6:00 pm -  8:00 pm 
  • Location: Buffalo Creek Park batting cages, 7550 69th Street, East Palmetto, FL 34221
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Other, Free

Drama Kids of Manasota Studio Parents Night Out

Drop off your kids as early as 6pm and pickup as late as 10pm at the Drama Kids Studio! Tuition ...

  • 6:00 pm - 10:00 pm 
  • Location: Drama Kids of Manasota Studio, 383 Interstate Blvd, Sarasota, FL 34240
  • Cost: $45 per child
  • Website: dramakids.com
  • Category: Other

Glow Night at Jumpin Fun Inflata Park

It’s Time For Some Glowing Fun! Now Join Us Fridays & Saturdays Starting At 6:00pm For Great Family Fun! The house lights ...

Spring Training at CoolToday Park - Atlanta Braves vs. Minnesota Twins

Every February, Braves Country heads south to North Port, Florida as they prepare for the start of a new baseball ...

EVO Kids Open Gym

Join us for Open Gym at EVO Gymnastics, held on the 1st and 3rd Saturday of each month from 7:00 ...

  • 6:30 pm -  8:30 pm 
  • Location: 7188 15th St E, Sarasota, FL 34243
  • Cost: Non-Members: $20 | Members: $15
  • Website: portal.iclasspro.com
  • Category: Other

Evening Open Gym at Lakewood Ranch Gymnastics

Kids(18 months to 18 years) can explore all the gymnastics equipment and try out new skills in a safe and ...

St. Patrick's Day Cake Decorating Event: Lucky Little Leprechaun at Uncle Nick's NY Style Bagels

Join us for a fun interactive cake decorating event. Saturday March 15th at 6:30. All supplies included, up to two ...

Old Main Street Bradenton St. Patrick's Day Block Party

Join us for a fun-filled St. Patrick's Day celebration with Bradenton Alive! Enjoy family-friendly activities and live music by 22N, ...

Venice Theatre Presents: The Lightning Thief

This action-packed pop-rock musical follows teen demi-god Percy Jackson’s quest to find Zeus’ missing lightning bolt and prevent a war ...

16March

JumpJump Children Multiverse Open Play

Get ready for a world of fun and adventure in our indoor playground, specially designed for kids of all ages. ...

Ananda Farm's St. Patrick's Day Festival

Get ready for a weekend filled with cheer, delicious food & beer, and farm fun! Join us at Ananda Farm ...

St. Patty's Day Event at Playtime Plaza

Happy St. Patty's!

Goat Cuddle Sessions at Serenity Oaks Homestead

Goat cuddles are back!!!! Located off Golf Course Rd in Parrish. Our first kids were born 1/5/2025 and more are ...

Meditation for Kids and Families at Kadampa Meditation Center Florida

Enjoy a meaningful family-friendly morning at Kadampa Meditation Center in the heart of Sarasota. This event is an opportunity for ...

Car Show at Big Top Brewers Collective

All Ages - All Car Styles - $5 Beers - No Registration Fees

2025 Sarasota County Fair at Sarasota County Fairgrounds and Robarts Arena

Join us in celebrating the 2025 Sarasota County Fair! The years have passed but the excitement of the fair rides, ...

  • 12:00 pm - 10:00 pm 
  • Location: Sarasota Fairgrounds, 3000 Ringling Blvd., Sarasota, FL 34237
  • Cost: See website. Admission specials include 1/2 price admission on Monday, Wednesday and Thursday as well as the $2 Tuesday: $2 admission, $2 rides.
  • Website: www.sarasotafair.com
  • Category: Family Fun, Shows & Concerts

Parent & Child Glass Art at Shattered Glass DIY

Have you checked out our Parent & Child classes? Every Saturday and Sunday at 12 PM, you and your little ...

Sunday Crafternoon at Bat City Comic Professionals

Come explore your creativity, Sundays in the Bat City classroom! We will have collage art supplies, coloring sheets, comic panel ...

Alien Green Out at Astro Skate

Astro Skate Alien Invasion Person wearing the MOST GREEN Wins a FREE PAIR OF SKATES! We are giving out FREE green cotton ...

  • 1:00 pm -  5:00 pm 
  • Location: 3611 3rd Street W, Bradenton, FL
  • Cost: $7+ skate rental
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Family Fun

Pottery Hand Building at The Artful Giraffe

Introduction to Pottery Hand Building. Learn how to build a snowman from scratch! In this class, our instructor will walk you through ...

Sarasota Ski-A-Rees Water Ski Show

Looking for something to do this weekend with your special someone? Check out our FREE water ski show on Sunday ...

Tales Under the Tree at The Bishop Museum of Science and Nature

Come and join us every Saturday and Sunday at 2pm for a unique storytime experience at The Bishop. Tales Under ...

Florida Cultural Group, Inc Presents: The Sound of Music

One of the most beloved musicals of all time! In Austria, 1938, an exuberant young governess brings music and joy ...

The Players Studio: Disney Pixar Finding Nemo Jr.

Based on the 2003 Disney/Pixar film Finding Nemo written by Andrew Stanton, Bob Peterson, David Reynolds and directed by Andrew ...

Venice Theatre Presents: The Lightning Thief

This action-packed pop-rock musical follows teen demi-god Percy Jackson’s quest to find Zeus’ missing lightning bolt and prevent a war ...

Low Dough Skate at Astro Skate

Join us for $4 Skate every Sunday!

Annual Anna Maria Island St. Patrick's Day Parade starting at Holmes Beach - CANCELED

It’s almost time for the annual St. Patrick’s Day Parade, a favorite island tradition! Bring your family, your friends, and ...

Spring Training at CoolToday Park - Atlanta Braves vs. Detroit Tiger Prospects

Every February, Braves Country heads south to North Port, Florida as they prepare for the start of a new baseball ...

Hip Hop Family Skate at Astro Skate

Join us for Hip Hop Skate night every Sunday!

Family Pizza and Paint! at Painting With A Twist Bradenton

Pizza and Paint night! Bring your drinks and we'll supply the pizza and a little something sweet! Come have fun ...

17March

Driftheory Resin Beach Workshops at South Lido Key Beach

Experience the luxury of beautiful Sarasota with a one of a kind beach and Resin jewelry making workshop on South ...

  • 7:30 am - 12:00 pm 
  • Location: South Lido Key Beach
  • Cost: Adult $60 | Child 10 - 12 $52
  • Website: www.airbnb.com
  • Category: Other, Classes

Nurture in Nature Class at Rye Preserve

Join us for our Monday class at Rye Preserve near Lakewood Ranch in Bradenton! Tinkergarten and Reggio inspired nature classes. ...

Altitude Trampoline Park Bradenton - Junior Jumpers Jam

Bring your little ones and join us every weekday, Mon-Fri from 10am-1pm, for our Junior Jumpers Jam! $11.50 for kids ...

  • 10:00 am -  1:00 pm 
  • Location: 201 Cortez Rd W, Bradenton, FL 34207
  • Cost: $11.50 for kids 6 years and younger. $3.50 parent pass
  • Website: ecom.roller.app
  • Category: Ongoing Programs

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 ...

EVO Kids Daytime Open Gym

Exciting News from EVO Gymnastics! We’re thrilled to announce a brand-new program: Kids Daytime Open Gym! Starting January 6th, join us ...

  • 11:00 am - 12:00 pm 
  • Location: 7188 15th St E, Sarasota, FL 34243
  • Cost: $15 per student, $5 discount for members, 10% sibling discount
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Other

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 ...

St. Patrick's Day Dive For Gold Pool Party at Arlington Park and Aquatic Complex

Kids will have a great time hunting and diving for leprechaun gold. When you are done hunting, exchange your bounty ...

St. Patrick's Day Skate at Astro Skate of Bradenton

St. Patrick's Day Skate!! Wear GREEN, Get Half Price Admission! Person Wearing the MOST GREEN will win 6 MONTHS of FREE ...

  • 1:00 pm -  5:00 pm 
  • Location: Astro Skate Family Fun Center, 3611 3rd St. W, Bradenton, FL
  • Cost: $10, plus skate rental
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Family Fun

Spring Training at CoolToday Park - Atlanta Braves vs. Boston Red Sox

Every February, Braves Country heads south to North Port, Florida as they prepare for the start of a new baseball ...

2025 Sarasota County Fair at Sarasota County Fairgrounds and Robarts Arena

Join us in celebrating the 2025 Sarasota County Fair! The years have passed but the excitement of the fair rides, ...

  • 4:00 pm - 10:00 pm 
  • Location: Sarasota Fairgrounds, 3000 Ringling Blvd., Sarasota, FL 34237
  • Cost: See website. Admission specials include 1/2 price admission on Monday, Wednesday and Thursday as well as the $2 Tuesday: $2 admission, $2 rides.
  • Website: www.sarasotafair.com
  • Category: Family Fun, Shows & Concerts

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 ...

18March

Buffalo Creek Little League Baseball Clinic at Buffalo Creek Park

These spots will fill up fast, it’s during Spring Break! Sign up today! For ages 6 - 12 years.

  • 9:00 am - 12:00 pm 
  • Location: Buffalo Creek Park batting cages, 7550 69th Street, East Palmetto, FL 34221
  • Cost: $60 per day or $110 for both days
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Classes

Seashell Shore Walk at Coquina Beach South

Calling all beachcombers and seashell enthusiasts! Join us for a relaxing walk on the beach to search for seashells and ...

  • 9:00 am - 10:30 am 
  • Location: Coquina Beach South - Longboat Key Bridge 1800 Gulf Dr S, Bradenton Beach, FL 34217
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: events.humanitix.com
  • Category: Other, 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 ...

Altitude Trampoline Park Bradenton - Junior Jumpers Jam

Bring your little ones and join us every weekday, Mon-Fri from 10am-1pm, for our Junior Jumpers Jam! $11.50 for kids ...

  • 10:00 am -  1:00 pm 
  • Location: 201 Cortez Rd W, Bradenton, FL 34207
  • Cost: $11.50 for kids 6 years and younger. $3.50 parent pass
  • Website: ecom.roller.app
  • Category: Ongoing Programs

Family Storytime at Island Branch Library

Calling all families for creative play and interactive fun.

Surrey Rides on the Legacy Trail

Welcome aboard! Ride the surrey with the fringe on top. Join us on a 45-minute guided tour of The Legacy ...

  • 10:00 am - 12:45 pm 
  • Location: Laurel Park and Sandra Sims Terry Community Center, 509 Collins Road, Nokomis
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: app.smartsheet.com
  • Category: Family Fun, Free

Tiny Dancers with Dynasty Dance Clubs at The Flock SRQ

Tiny Dancers with Dynasty Dance clubs! For ages 1 - 4 years

  • 10:00 am - 10:30 am 
  • Location: The Flock SRQ, 1977 Brother Geenen Way, Sarasota, FL 34236
  • Cost: $25/class or included with membership
  • Website: theflocksrq.com
  • Category: Ongoing Programs, Classes

Tot Time at the George Mullen Activity Center

Bring your little ones to play and interact with other tots on a drop-in basis. This is a great opportunity ...

Theory of Play Open Play

Theory Of Play, nestled in Sarasota, Florida, is an extraordinary indoor playground designed specifically for young explorers aged 4 to ...

  • 1:30 pm -  5:30 pm 
  • Location: 2970 University Pkwy, Sarasota, FL 34243
  • Cost: Members: Free; Guests: $35 and Siblings $25
  • Website: theoryofplay.com
  • Category: Family Fun, Other

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 ...

2025 Sarasota County Fair at Sarasota County Fairgrounds and Robarts Arena

Join us in celebrating the 2025 Sarasota County Fair! The years have passed but the excitement of the fair rides, ...

  • 4:00 pm - 10:00 pm 
  • Location: Sarasota Fairgrounds, 3000 Ringling Blvd., Sarasota, FL 34237
  • Cost: See website. Admission specials include 1/2 price admission on Monday, Wednesday and Thursday as well as the $2 Tuesday: $2 admission, $2 rides.
  • Website: www.sarasotafair.com
  • Category: Family Fun, Shows & Concerts

Art Club at Theory of Play

The Art Club kids have a love for stretching creative opportunities. This group meets weekly to dig a bit deeper ...

  • 4:00 pm -  5:00 pm 
  • Location: 2970 University Pkwy, Sarasota, FL 34243
  • Cost: Members free, Trial Class $35/ includes plenty of time to explore in the playscapes.
  • Website: theoryofplay.com
  • Category: Classes

JuniorChefs™ at Young Chefs Academy

JuniorChefs™ (Ages 7+) Where the culinary fun and learning continues! The Young Chefs® Academy JuniorChefs™ program delivers a well-rounded approach to ...

  • 6:00 pm -  7:30 pm 
  • Location: Young Chefs Academy, 3800 S. Tamiami Trail Sarasota, FL 34239
  • Cost: Non-Member $50/class (Membership available for $179/month)
  • Website: sarasotafl.youngchefsacademy.com
  • Category: Classes

The Battle for Paradise U.S. Open Cup at Premier Sports Campus Lakewood Ranch

Since 1914, the Lamar Hunt U.S. Open Cup has been the proving ground for American soccer’s greatest stories. It’s a ...

Frog Watch Public at Perico Preserve

Join us for an exciting opportunity to explore the amphibians of our local preserves! This frog monitoring program will guide ...

Venice Theatre Presents: The Lightning Thief

This action-packed pop-rock musical follows teen demi-god Percy Jackson’s quest to find Zeus’ missing lightning bolt and prevent a war ...

19March

Buffalo Creek Little League Baseball Clinic at Buffalo Creek Park

These spots will fill up fast, it’s during Spring Break! Sign up today! For ages 6 - 12 years.

  • 9:00 am - 12:00 pm 
  • Location: Buffalo Creek Park batting cages, 7550 69th Street, East Palmetto, FL 34221
  • Cost: $60 per day or $110 for both days
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Classes

FIT4MOM Craft, Coffee Date, or Playdate at Tom Bennett Park

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

Kids Camp Day at Painting with a Twist Bradenton

Join us for three hours of artsy fun at our engaging and dynamic program! Designed for children ages 5-12 years, ...

UTC Kids Club Dance Days with Miss Jodi at The Green

Join us for UTC Kids Club, a weekly lineup of high-energy, interactive experiences for kids. Get moving and grooving this ...

Fitness Stars Trial Class and Open Play at Theory of Play

First 30 minutes of each session will be led by CERTIFIED instructors – this inclusive class involves continuous, vigorous activity ...

  • 9:30 am - 10:30 am 
  • Location: 2970 University Pkwy, Sarasota, FL 34243
  • Cost: Members: Free | Visitors: Trial Class $35/ includes 1 additional hour of playtime to explore in the playscapes.
  • Website: www.signupgenius.com
  • Category: Classes

Sensory/Exploratory Play at The Flock SRQ

The Flock - Where Wellness and Play Meet: Immerse your babe in a world of wonder with our Sensory Class. Through ...

  • 9:30 am - 10:00 am 
  • Location: The Flock SRQ: 1977 Brother Geenen Way, Sarasota, FL 34236
  • Cost: $25/class or included with membership
  • Website: theflocksrq.com
  • Category: Ongoing Programs, Classes

Altitude Trampoline Park Bradenton - Junior Jumpers Jam

Bring your little ones and join us every weekday, Mon-Fri from 10am-1pm, for our Junior Jumpers Jam! $11.50 for kids ...

  • 10:00 am -  1:00 pm 
  • Location: 201 Cortez Rd W, Bradenton, FL 34207
  • Cost: $11.50 for kids 6 years and younger. $3.50 parent pass
  • Website: ecom.roller.app
  • Category: Ongoing Programs

Bingo for All in Lakewood Ranch (James Patton Park)

Gather your friends, family, and neighbors because this is the game that brings everyone together! Join us for weekly bingo ...

  • 10:00 am - 11:00 am 
  • Location: 5725 White Eagle Blvd. Lakewood Ranch, FL 34211
  • Cost: $5 Resident / $15 Non-resident
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Family Fun

Sertoma Kids, Inc. Language and Motor Developmental Groups

Join us weekly for Language and Motor group led by a speech language pathologist and occupational therapist. Each week activities will ...

Surrey Rides on the Legacy Trail

Welcome aboard! Ride the surrey with the fringe on top. Join us on a 45-minute guided tour of The Legacy ...

  • 10:00 am - 12:45 pm 
  • Location: Laurel Park and Sandra Sims Terry Community Center, 509 Collins Road, Nokomis
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: app.smartsheet.com
  • Category: Family Fun, 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 (Peggy A. Hall Classroom, 134)
  • Cost: Free For Members or Free With Admission
  • Website: www.sarasotaartmuseum.org
  • Category: Ongoing Programs, Classes

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 ...

JuniorChefs™ at Young Chefs Academy

JuniorChefs™ (Ages 7+) Where the culinary fun and learning continues! The Young Chefs® Academy JuniorChefs™ program delivers a well-rounded approach to ...

  • 10:30 am - 12:00 pm 
  • Location: Young Chefs Academy, 3800 S. Tamiami Trail Sarasota, FL 34239
  • Cost: Non-Member $50/class (Membership available for $179/month)
  • Website: sarasotafl.youngchefsacademy.com
  • Category: Classes

Playdate Harmonies LLC presents Music Enrichment Session at Sunflower Village Studio

See you at Sunflower Village in Venice every Wednesday for our baby music enrichment session. No need to register! Just ...

Theory of Play Open Play

Theory Of Play, nestled in Sarasota, Florida, is an extraordinary indoor playground designed specifically for young explorers aged 4 to ...

  • 10:30 am -  5:30 pm 
  • Location: 2970 University Pkwy, Sarasota, FL 34243
  • Cost: Members: Free Guests: $35 and Siblings $25
  • Website: theoryofplay.com
  • Category: Family Fun, Other

LEGO Club at Theory of Play

Calling all Lego Masters! Brick by Brick, this club is for all levels of brick builders, ages 6 -10. Weekly, ...

  • 11:00 am - 11:30 am 
  • Location: 2970 University Pkwy, Sarasota, FL 34243
  • Cost: Members Free; Drop in $35 includes playtime in all six playscapes for 90 minutes of endless fun.
  • Website: theoryofplay.com
  • Category: Ongoing Programs, Classes

Pottery Hand Building at The Artful Giraffe

Introduction to Pottery Hand Building. Learn how to build a snowman from scratch! In this class, our instructor will walk you through ...

Fun with Watercolors at The Artful Giraffe

Learn the art of watercolor In this class, our instructor will walk you through the basics of watercolor painting! You'll paint on ...

Florida Flames Wednesday Clinics at Community Day School

Want to learn the game of lacrosse?!? Or improve your current skills?!? MUST be a USA Lacrosse Member to participate. ...

2025 Sarasota County Fair at Sarasota County Fairgrounds and Robarts Arena

Join us in celebrating the 2025 Sarasota County Fair! The years have passed but the excitement of the fair rides, ...

  • 4:00 pm - 10:00 pm 
  • Location: Sarasota Fairgrounds, 3000 Ringling Blvd., Sarasota, FL 34237
  • Cost: See website. Admission specials include 1/2 price admission on Monday, Wednesday and Thursday as well as the $2 Tuesday: $2 admission, $2 rides.
  • Website: www.sarasotafair.com
  • Category: Family Fun, Shows & Concerts

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 ...

Bingo Night at Englewood YMCA

Enjoy BINGO with the Englewood YMCA community to win a bunch of great prizes. Bring your own snacks!

  • 6:00 pm -  7:30 pm 
  • Location: 701 Medical Blvd, Englewood, FL 34223
  • Cost: Free for members, $5 drop-in for community | $3 per card
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Family Fun, Free

JuniorChefs™ at Young Chefs Academy

JuniorChefs™ (Ages 7+) Where the culinary fun and learning continues! The Young Chefs® Academy JuniorChefs™ program delivers a well-rounded approach to ...

  • 6:00 pm -  7:30 pm 
  • Location: Young Chefs Academy, 3800 S. Tamiami Trail Sarasota, FL 34239
  • Cost: Non-Member $50/class (Membership available for $179/month)
  • Website: sarasotafl.youngchefsacademy.com
  • Category: Classes

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 ...

Free Pizza Skate at Astro Skate

Every Wed. in August 6:30-8:30pm Free Pizza Served 1st Hour *$3 for Adult food band

Venice Theatre Presents: The Lightning Thief

This action-packed pop-rock musical follows teen demi-god Percy Jackson’s quest to find Zeus’ missing lightning bolt and prevent a war ...

20March

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 ...

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 ...

Stay and Play at Harvest United Methodist Church

Calling all stay-at-home moms, dads, and caregivers! Come out to Stay & Play for a fun and engaging morning of ...

Theory of Play Homeschool Hangout Days

This amazing morning is held each Thursday from 9:30 - 11 am (or unlimited play for members). On alternate weeks ...

  • 9:30 am - 11:00 am 
  • Location: 2970 University Pkwy, Sarasota, FL 34243
  • Cost: Members Free. Drop in $35 includes playtime in all six playscapes for 90 minutes of endless fun.
  • Website: theoryofplay.com
  • Category: Ongoing Programs, Classes

Altitude Trampoline Park Bradenton - Junior Jumpers Jam

Bring your little ones and join us every weekday, Mon-Fri from 10am-1pm, for our Junior Jumpers Jam! $11.50 for kids ...

  • 10:00 am -  1:00 pm 
  • Location: 201 Cortez Rd W, Bradenton, FL 34207
  • Cost: $11.50 for kids 6 years and younger. $3.50 parent pass
  • Website: ecom.roller.app
  • Category: Ongoing Programs

Homeschool Third Thursday at The Ringling

On the third Thursday of the month, join The Ringling for a FREE hands-on learning program, designed for homeschooling families ...

Lakewood Ranch Mom's Meet-Up Weekly Playdate at Tom Bennett Park

A casual day at the park for all ages! This is the weekly Tom Bennett Park meet-up for the Lakewood Ranch ...

Open Play Gym at GTFL Athletics

Come in and play with your child! Parent supervision out in the gym required. Ages 12m - 5 years Parent signed waiver ...

  • 10:00 am - 12:00 pm 
  • Location: GTFL Athletics, 519 S Tamiami Trail, Venice, FL 34285
  • Cost: $10/hour ($7 members) or $15 ($10 members) for more than one hour
  • Website: www.gtflathletics.com
  • Category: Family Fun

Pedicab Rides on the Legacy Trail

Enjoy a fun and relaxing ride on the pedicab. Sign up for a 45-minute guided tour of The Legacy Trail. ...

Tot Time at the George Mullen Activity Center

Bring your little ones to play and interact with other tots on a drop-in basis. This is a great opportunity ...

Kids Paint Your Pet at Painting With A Twist Bradenton

Get ready for a paws-itively fantastic experience at our Paint your Pet Class! This 3-hour extravaganza is not your average ...

Storytime Adventures at Fruitville Library

For infants to five years, attending with caregiver. The storytime includes simple stories, nursery rhymes, songs, fingerplays, and crafts. Space ...

Brown Bag Concert Series at Phillippi Estate Park

Bring your lunch and lawn chair and enjoy some live music at the Phillippi Estate Park gazebo, Thursdays noon to ...

Homeschool Science Club: Mollusk Mania at Rye Preserve Pavilion

Mollusks are invertebrate animals that range from snails to squids. Their unique properties have helped them survive for thousands of ...

Spring Training at CoolToday Park - Atlanta Braves vs. Philadelphia Phillies

Every February, Braves Country heads south to North Port, Florida as they prepare for the start of a new baseball ...

Theory of Play Open Play

Theory Of Play, nestled in Sarasota, Florida, is an extraordinary indoor playground designed specifically for young explorers aged 4 to ...

  • 1:30 pm -  5:30 pm 
  • Location: 2970 University Pkwy, Sarasota, FL 34243
  • Cost: Members: Free; Guests: $35 and Siblings $25
  • Website: theoryofplay.com
  • Category: Family Fun, Other

2025 Sarasota County Fair at Sarasota County Fairgrounds and Robarts Arena

Join us in celebrating the 2025 Sarasota County Fair! The years have passed but the excitement of the fair rides, ...

  • 4:00 pm - 10:00 pm 
  • Location: Sarasota Fairgrounds, 3000 Ringling Blvd., Sarasota, FL 34237
  • Cost: See website. Admission specials include 1/2 price admission on Monday, Wednesday and Thursday as well as the $2 Tuesday: $2 admission, $2 rides.
  • Website: www.sarasotafair.com
  • Category: Family Fun, Shows & Concerts

JuniorChefs™ at Young Chefs Academy

JuniorChefs™ (Ages 7+) Where the culinary fun and learning continues! The Young Chefs® Academy JuniorChefs™ program delivers a well-rounded approach to ...

  • 4:00 pm -  5:30 pm 
  • Location: Young Chefs Academy, 3800 S. Tamiami Trail Sarasota, FL 34239
  • Cost: Non-Member $50/class (Membership available for $179/month)
  • Website: sarasotafl.youngchefsacademy.com
  • Category: Classes

Sarasota Polo Club Sunset Happy Hour Thursdays

Thursday Sunset Polo Happy Hour matches are open to the public on select Thursdays. During the 2025 season, Sunset Polo ...

Manatee Music Series at G.T. Bray Park's Amphitheater

Get ready to vibe at our parks with the 2025 Manatee Music Series! This year, we’re bringing the rhythm to ...

SeniorChefs™ at Young Chefs Academy

SeniorChefs™ (Ages 12+) Where the culinary fun and learning continues! The Young Chefs® Academy SeniorChefs™ program delivers a well-rounded approach to build ...

  • 6:00 pm -  7:30 pm 
  • Location: Young Chefs Academy, 3800 S. Tamiami Trail Sarasota, FL 34239
  • Cost: Non-Member $50/class (Membership available for $179/month)
  • Website: sarasotafl.youngchefsacademy.com
  • Category: Classes

Weekly Free Fun Run at Fleet Feet

Everyone is welcome to join our Fun Run Group! We have walkers, runners and everyone in between! Meet at Fleet Feet ...

Hermitage Sunsets at Nathan Benderson Park

This is the first installment of three programs scheduled. These outdoor events are one part of many “Hermitage North” programs, ...

Venice Theatre Presents: The Lightning Thief

This action-packed pop-rock musical follows teen demi-god Percy Jackson’s quest to find Zeus’ missing lightning bolt and prevent a war ...

21March

Day Out With Thomas at Florida Railroad Museum

March 21-23 & 29-30, 2025. Train ride every hour starting at 9:00am with last ride at 4:00pm. Time to Party with ...

  • 9:00 am -  5:00 pm 
  • Location: Florida Railroad Museum, 12210 83rd St East Parrish, FL 34219
  • Cost: $20 - $24
  • Website: www.frrm.org
  • Category: Family Fun

STEM Martial Arts Annual Homeschool Field Day

Join Us for STEM Martial Arts' 3rd Annual Homeschool Field Day! Get ready for an unforgettable day of fun, competition, ...

Music, Movement, Art and Play Class at Theory of Play

Hosted By Our Very Own Early Education Team at Theory Of Play! Ages: 3- 5 - Kiddos ready to make ...

Altitude Trampoline Park Bradenton - Junior Jumpers Jam

Bring your little ones and join us every weekday, Mon-Fri from 10am-1pm, for our Junior Jumpers Jam! $11.50 for kids ...

  • 10:00 am -  1:00 pm 
  • Location: 201 Cortez Rd W, Bradenton, FL 34207
  • Cost: $11.50 for kids 6 years and younger. $3.50 parent pass
  • Website: ecom.roller.app
  • Category: Ongoing Programs

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! ...

Forty Carrots PARTNERS IN PLAY® Fruitville Library

PARTNERS IN PLAY® Drop in to enjoy special uninterrupted play time with your child in our FREE Partners In Play® (PIP) ...

ROAR at The Ringling

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

Theory of Play Open Play

Theory Of Play, nestled in Sarasota, Florida, is an extraordinary indoor playground designed specifically for young explorers aged 4 to ...

  • 10:30 am -  5:30 pm 
  • Location: 2970 University Pkwy, Sarasota, FL 34243
  • Cost: Members: Free; Guests: $35 and Siblings $25
  • Website: theoryofplay.com
  • Category: Family Fun, Other

Disney on Ice presents Frozen and Encanto in Tampa

Announcing Disney on Ice presents Frozen and Encanto!! Disney On Ice invites families to step inside the magical adventures of Walt ...

2025 Sarasota County Fair at Sarasota County Fairgrounds and Robarts Arena

Join us in celebrating the 2025 Sarasota County Fair! The years have passed but the excitement of the fair rides, ...

  • 4:00 pm - 11:00 pm 
  • Location: Sarasota Fairgrounds, 3000 Ringling Blvd., Sarasota, FL 34237
  • Cost: See website. Admission specials include 1/2 price admission on Monday, Wednesday and Thursday as well as the $2 Tuesday: $2 admission, $2 rides.
  • Website: www.sarasotafair.com
  • Category: Family Fun, Shows & Concerts

Blues and BBQ at Venice Municipal Airport

Enjoy live music on two stages from both national and regional touring acts. Experience a Florida BBQ Association-sanctioned competition with ...

Owen's Fish Camp Campfire Fridays

Introducing, Campfire Fridays! 4:00 pm - 6:30 pm in the backyard with drink specials and half priced appetizers for family ...

Families Unpuggled at Sarasota City YMCA - Family Game Night

Families Unplugged at the Sarasota City YMCA! Unplug with us once per month for a new, free family fun activity at ...

All Ages Pottery Workshop at Arts A Blaze Studio

Schedule some downtime or family time at our studio and enjoy an evening of creativity! Our instructor led class will guide ...

  • 5:30 pm -  7:30 pm 
  • Location: Arts a Blaze Studio, 8111 Lakewood Main St, Bradenton, FL 34202
  • Cost: $40
  • Website: bookwhen.com
  • Category: Family Fun, Classes

Lakewood Ranch YMCA STEAM Nights

Join us for fun-filled Friday nights at the Y for kids ages three through 10! Activities include coding robots, creating ...

Block Party With a Purpose at The Sarasota Farm Bureau Pavilion

Discover how to reach the least-reached. Come for an evening of family-fun activities, music, and food trucks. Come learn about ...

Glow Night at Jumpin Fun Inflata Park

It’s Time For Some Glowing Fun! Now Join Us Fridays & Saturdays Starting At 6:00pm For Great Family Fun! The house lights ...

The Coder School Kids Night Out - Super Smash Bros

Drop off the kids for a fun night of Super Smash Bros. on our big screen TV's. Don't worry about ...

BINGLO Family Game Night at the George Mullen Activity Center

Get ready for a night of neon fun and excitement at BINGLO Family Game Night! Join us for music, black ...

  • 6:30 pm -  8:00 pm 
  • Location: George Mullen Activity Center, 1602 Kramer Way, North Port 34286
  • Cost: $15/person $10/additional card pack
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Family Fun

Family Fun Blacklight Glow Animals at Painting with a Twist Bradenton

Time for all ages to spend time together on Family Day! Let mom ADD on a Candle! They smell so good! Please ...

Cirque des Voix at Nathan Benderson Park

The Circus Arts Conservatory performing in collaborative partnership with the voices of the Key Chorale and the Sarasota Orchestra. Performance Schedule: 01 ...

Disney on Ice presents Frozen and Encanto in Tampa

Announcing Disney on Ice presents Frozen and Encanto!! Disney On Ice invites families to step inside the magical adventures of Walt ...

Venice Theatre Presents: The Lightning Thief

This action-packed pop-rock musical follows teen demi-god Percy Jackson’s quest to find Zeus’ missing lightning bolt and prevent a war ...

Teen Night at Astro Skate

Friday is Teen Night at Astro Skate!

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