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23March

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

Little Leapers at Sky Zone

Join us on Saturday and Sunday mornings for Little Leapers at Sky Zone! Little Leapers is a fun, high-energy play ...

  • 9:00 am - 11:00 am 
  • Location: Sky Zone, 6180 Edgelake Dr, Sarasota, FL
  • Cost: $13/toddler and one adult for up to 2 hours of play, $9 for additional adults
  • Website: www.skyzone.com
  • Category: Family Fun

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 ...

  • 10:00 am -  5:00 pm 
  • Location: Venice Airport Festival Grounds, 610 Airport Ave East, Venice, FL US 34285
  • Cost: $20+ (Kids 12 and under are free!)
  • Website: www.venicebluesandbbq.com
  • Category: Family Fun

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 ...

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 ...

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

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 ...

  • 1:00 pm -  2:30 pm 
  • Location: The Artful Giraffe, 1861 Fruitville Road, Sarasota, FL 34236
  • Cost: $75
  • Website: artfulgiraffe.com
  • Category: Family Fun

Roller Skating at Astro Skate

1pm - 5pm $7 plus rental

Sarasota Polo Club Sundays

Sunday Polo matches are open to the public every Sunday at 1pm, December 22, 2024 through April 27th 2025. Gates ...

  • 1:00 pm -  4:00 pm 
  • Location: Sarasota Polo Club, 8201 Polo Club Ln,. Sarasota, FL
  • Cost: $15+
  • Website: aftontickets.com
  • Category: Family Fun

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 ...

  • 2:00 pm -  3:00 pm 
  • Location: 1602 Ken Thompson Pkwy, Sarasota, FL 34236
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Family Fun

Celebrating Our 1st Birthday at Playtime Plaza

We made it!!! and we are celebrating BIG!!! Thank You All So Much For Your Support This Year!! Join us ...

  • 2:00 pm -  4:00 pm 
  • Location: Playtime Plaza, 6740 28th Street Cir E, Sarasota, FL 34243
  • Cost: Only $15 per child!
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Family Fun

Low Dough Skate at Astro Skate

Join us for $4 Skate every Sunday!

Hip Hop Family Skate at Astro Skate

Join us for Hip Hop Skate night every Sunday!

24March

KidJump at Defy Bradenton

Kid Jump is a special rate for the 6-and-unders. One accompanying adult may jump for free per paid child. Smaller ...

  • 9:00 am - 12:00 pm 
  • Location: Defy Bradenton, 7385 52nd Place E, Bradenton, FL 34203
  • Cost: $18.99 for one child (ages 6 and under) and one adult, for one hour
  • Website: defy.com
  • Category: Family Fun

Soar in 4 Story Time at Braden River Library

Soar in 4 StoryTime is held twice a month at Manatee County Public Library locations, families participate in a read ...

  • 10:30 am - 11:00 am 
  • Location: Braden River Library, 4915 53rd Avenue E, Bradenton, FL
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: soarin4.org
  • Category: Family Fun

Pop In and Paint at Painting With A Twist Bradenton

Looking for something creative to do during the week? We’re now offering Pop In & Paint hours! This freestyle DIY ...

  • 11:00 am -  2:00 pm 
  • Location: Painting With A Twist, 5917 Manatee AvenueW, Suite 209, Bradenton, FL 34209
  • Cost: Varies by project
  • Website: www.paintingwithatwist.com
  • Category: Family Fun
25March

KidJump at Defy Bradenton

Kid Jump is a special rate for the 6-and-unders. One accompanying adult may jump for free per paid child. Smaller ...

  • 9:00 am - 12:00 pm 
  • Location: Defy Bradenton, 7385 52nd Place E, Bradenton, FL 34203
  • Cost: $18.99 for one child (ages 6 and under) and one adult, for one hour
  • Website: defy.com
  • Category: Family Fun

Woodland Church Preschool and Moms Play Group

This free group meets Tuesday mornings from 9am-11:30am. Everyone will meet in the gym, bounce on the jumpers, play with ...

  • 9:00 am - 11:30 am 
  • Location: Woodland Community Church, 9607 State Road 70 E Bradenton, FL 34202
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: gowoodland.com
  • Category: Family 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

Pop In and Paint at Painting With A Twist Sarasota

Looking for something creative to do during the week? We’re now offering Pop In & Paint hours! This freestyle DIY ...

Christian Skate Night at Astro Skate

Back by Popular Demand! We are happy to announce the early return of Christian Skate Night to Astro Skate of Bradenton! ...

  • 6:30 pm -  8:30 pm 
  • Location: Astro Skate 3611 3rd St. W., Bradenton, FL
  • Cost: $7 Includes Skate Rental *last Tuesday of the month only
  • Website: astroskatingcenter.com
  • Category: Family Fun
26March

KidJump at Defy Bradenton

Kid Jump is a special rate for the 6-and-unders. One accompanying adult may jump for free per paid child. Smaller ...

  • 9:00 am - 12:00 pm 
  • Location: Defy Bradenton, 7385 52nd Place E, Bradenton, FL 34203
  • Cost: $18.99 for one child (ages 6 and under) and one adult, for one hour
  • Website: defy.com
  • Category: Family Fun

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

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

Soar in 4 Story Time at Palmetto Library

Soar in 4 StoryTime is held twice a month at Manatee County Public Library locations, families participate in a read ...

  • 11:00 am - 11:30 am 
  • Location: Palmetto Library, 923 6th St W, Palmetto FL 34221
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: soarin4.org
  • Category: Family Fun

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 ...

  • 1:00 pm -  2:30 pm 
  • Location: The Artful Giraffe, 1861 Fruitville Road, Sarasota, FL 34236
  • Cost: $55
  • Website: artfulgiraffe.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 ...

  • 1:00 pm -  2:30 pm 
  • Location: The Artful Giraffe, 1861 Fruitville Road, Sarasota, FL 34236
  • Cost: $75
  • Website: artfulgiraffe.com
  • Category: Family Fun

Glow Zone Wednesdays at Sky Zone

We’re Different After Dark. Lasers, music and blacklight transform the whole park into a crazy jumping dance club. DRESS TO IMPRESS: ...

  • 3:30 pm -  9:00 pm 
  • Location: Sky Zone Sarasota: 6180 Edgelake Drive, Sarasota, FL 34240
  • Cost: $29-$37
  • Website: www.skyzone.com
  • Category: Family Fun

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: Family Fun

Free Pizza Skate at Astro Skate

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

27March

KidJump at Defy Bradenton

Kid Jump is a special rate for the 6-and-unders. One accompanying adult may jump for free per paid child. Smaller ...

  • 9:00 am - 12:00 pm 
  • Location: Defy Bradenton, 7385 52nd Place E, Bradenton, FL 34203
  • Cost: $18.99 for one child (ages 6 and under) and one adult, for one hour
  • Website: defy.com
  • Category: Family Fun

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 ...

  • 9:30 am -  5:30 pm 
  • Location: 2970 University Pkwy, Sarasota, FL 34243
  • Cost: Drop-In Play $35/ 90 min& $25/ siblings
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Family Fun

Tune Time with Tots at Harvest United Methodist Church

If you are a stay-at-home mom, dad, or caregivers, join us on the 2nd and 4th Thursday of the month ...

  • 9:30 am - 10:45 am 
  • Location: Harvest United Methodist Church, 14305 Covenant Way, Lakewood Ranch, FL, 34202
  • Cost: $5 per family/per session
  • Website: www.welcometoharvest.org
  • Category: Family Fun

Music with Miss Amber at The Flock SRQ

New Class Alert!!! Music with Amber! Let’s give a warm welcome to Miss Amber! Amber is a children’s music teacher ...

  • 10:00 am - 11:00 am 
  • Location: The Flock SRQ, 1977 Brother Geenen Way, Sarasota, FL 34236
  • Cost: First class free! Then, included with the open play admission
  • Website: theflocksrq.com
  • Category: Family Fun

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. ...

  • 10:00 am - 12:45 pm 
  • Location: Osprey Junction Trailhead, 939 E. Bay Street, Osprey
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: app.smartsheet.com
  • Category: Family Fun

Pop In and Paint at Painting With A Twist Bradenton

Looking for something creative to do during the week? We’re now offering Pop In & Paint hours! This freestyle DIY ...

  • 11:00 am -  3:00 pm 
  • Location: Painting With A Twist, 5917 Manatee AvenueW, Suite 209, Bradenton, FL 34209
  • Cost: Varies by project
  • Website: www.paintingwithatwist.com
  • Category: Family Fun

Pop In and Paint at Painting With A Twist Sarasota

Looking for something creative to do during the week? We’re now offering Pop In & Paint hours! This freestyle DIY ...

Soar in 4 Story Time at Little Discovery Center

Soar in 4 StoryTime is held twice a month at Manatee County Public Library locations, families participate in a read ...

  • 11:30 am - 12:00 pm 
  • Location: Little Discovery Center, 321 15th St W, Bradenton, FL 34205
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: soarin4.org
  • Category: Family Fun

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 ...

28March

KidJump at Defy Bradenton

Kid Jump is a special rate for the 6-and-unders. One accompanying adult may jump for free per paid child. Smaller ...

  • 9:00 am - 12:00 pm 
  • Location: Defy Bradenton, 7385 52nd Place E, Bradenton, FL 34203
  • Cost: $18.99 for one child (ages 6 and under) and one adult, for one hour
  • Website: defy.com
  • Category: Family Fun

Stroller Tours at The Ringling

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

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

Theory of Play Open Play

Cure Winter break boredom and your need to balance the day with work and play utilizing our family room and ...

  • 10:30 am -  5:30 pm 
  • Location: 2970 University Pkwy, Sarasota, FL 34243
  • Cost: Drop-In Play $35/ 90 min& $25/ siblings
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Family Fun

Pop In and Paint at Painting With A Twist Bradenton

Looking for something creative to do during the week? We’re now offering Pop In & Paint hours! This freestyle DIY ...

  • 11:00 am -  3:00 pm 
  • Location: Painting With A Twist, 5917 Manatee AvenueW, Suite 209, Bradenton, FL 34209
  • Cost: Varies by project
  • Website: www.paintingwithatwist.com
  • Category: Family Fun

Messy Art for Babies at The Ringling

Join us for this new pilot program intended for caregivers and children under two years of age. Artistic messes support ...

My Hometown Fest at Nathan Benderson Park

My Hometown Fest draws thousands of people from Florida’s Suncoast for a day of fun featuring food samples from dozens ...

  • 12:00 pm -  5:00 pm 
  • Location: Nathan Benderson Park, 5851 Nathan Benderson Circle, Sarasota, FL 34235
  • Cost: Tickets $30-$40 (Kids 12 & Under free)
  • Website: nathanbendersonpark.org
  • Category: Family Fun

Pop In and Paint at Painting With A Twist Sarasota

Looking for something creative to do during the week? We’re now offering Pop In & Paint hours! This freestyle DIY ...

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 ...

  • 4:00 pm -  6:30 pm 
  • Location: 6516 University Parkway, Sarasota, FL
  • Cost: Free to attend
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Family Fun

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

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 ...

  • 6:00 pm -  9:00 pm 
  • Location: 7321 Trade Court, Sarasota, FL 34240
  • Cost: starting at $18.95
  • Website: www.jfipark.com
  • Category: Family Fun

Glow Zone at Sky Zone

GLOW ZONE: Friday and Saturday Night's from 6:30pm - 11:00pm. Includes all of the above during the best blacklight experience ...

  • 6:30 pm - 11:00 pm 
  • Location: Sky Zone Sarasota: 6180 Edgelake Drive, Sarasota, FL 34240
  • Cost: $29-$37
  • Website: www.skyzone.com
  • Category: Family Fun

Movies Under The Stars at the Green at UTC

Starting at 6 pm, friends (and imaginary friends) can meet special characters, enjoy complimentary face painting, onsite concessions, and more! ...

  • 7:00 pm -  9:00 pm 
  • Location: The Green at UTC, 140 University Town Center, Sarasota, FL
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: utcsarasota.com
  • Category: Family Fun
29March

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

Little Leapers at Sky Zone

Join us on Saturday and Sunday mornings for Little Leapers at Sky Zone! Little Leapers is a fun, high-energy play ...

  • 9:00 am - 11:00 am 
  • Location: Sky Zone, 6180 Edgelake Dr, Sarasota, FL
  • Cost: $13/toddler and one adult for up to 2 hours of play, $9 for additional adults
  • Website: www.skyzone.com
  • Category: Family Fun

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 ...

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 ...

  • 9:30 am - 10:30 am 
  • 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: Family Fun

Painting With a Princess at Distractions Art Studio

Join Distractions On The Island for a magical morning of Pottery Painting with one of your favorite princess, The Little ...

  • 9:30 am - 11:00 am 
  • Location: 5306 Holmes Blvd, Suite 800, Holmes Beach, FL 34217
  • Cost: Each $10 ticket will include photo op, snacks, and swag.* Pottery is an additional fee at the event and starts at $23
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Family Fun

All Day Roller Skating at Astro Skate

All Day Skate 10am - 10:30pm Tiny Tot Skate: 10am - 12pm Open Family Skate: 12:30pm - 6pm

Family Saturday at Selby Gardens Downtown Sarasota

Calling all kids (and kids at heart)! Spend Saturday morning enjoying fun art and nature activities at Marie Selby Botanical ...

  • 10:00 am - 12:00 pm 
  • Location: Selby Gardens Downtown Sarasota Campus, 1534 Mound St., Sarasota, 34236
  • Cost: Free for members, included with general admission for non-members.
  • Website: selby.org
  • Category: Family Fun

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 ...

Tiny Tots at Astro Skate

Saturdays is Tiny Tots Skate at Astro Skate!

My Hometown Fest at Nathan Benderson Park

My Hometown Fest draws thousands of people from Florida’s Suncoast for a day of fun featuring food samples from dozens ...

  • 12:00 pm -  5:00 pm 
  • Location: Nathan Benderson Park, 5851 Nathan Benderson Circle, Sarasota, FL 34235
  • Cost: Tickets $30-$40 (Kids 12 & Under free)
  • Website: nathanbendersonpark.org
  • Category: Family Fun

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 ...

  • 12:00 pm - 10:30 pm 
  • Location: Astro Skate 3611 3rd St. W., Bradenton, FL
  • Cost: $8 (plus skate rental), Family of 5 for $20 (with one adult.)
  • Website: astroskatingcenter.com
  • Category: Family Fun

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 ...

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 ...

  • 6:00 pm -  9:00 pm 
  • Location: 7321 Trade Court, Sarasota, FL 34240
  • Cost: starting at $18.95
  • Website: www.jfipark.com
  • Category: Family Fun

Glow Zone at Sky Zone

GLOW ZONE: Friday and Saturday Night's from 6:30pm - 11:00pm. Includes all of the above during the best blacklight experience ...

  • 6:30 pm - 11:00 pm 
  • Location: Sky Zone Sarasota: 6180 Edgelake Drive, Sarasota, FL 34240
  • Cost: $29-$37
  • Website: www.skyzone.com
  • Category: Family Fun
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