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The Fun 4 Sarasota Kids Calendar is the most comprehensive online family calendar in the Sarasota and Bradenton area. We update our calendar every week to make sure we have all the family-friendly events in the area. Please let us know if you are aware of an event that is not listed! Listings are FREE! Submit Your Event Today!

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6:00 am The Canopy Zone at Robinson Preserve
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10:00 am The Poinsettia Patch withSanta and Mrs. Claus at Parrish Charter Academy
9:00 am Mom's Walk or Run Meetup at The Roots Health Centers
10:00 am Toddler Storytime at Lakewood Ranch Library
9:30 am FIT4MOM Holiday Themed Stroller Strides and Storytime at Lakewood Ranch Library
9:30 am Open Play at The Roots Health Centers
8:00 am Manatee County Holiday Gift Fair and Carols in the Courtyard
8:00 am Ninja Squad Athletics Saturday Morning Run at Nathan Benderson Park
10:00 am Outdoor Holiday Market at The Vintage Collective
10:00 am Baby Storytime at Lakewood Ranch Library
10:30 am Stroller Tours at The Ringling
10:00 am Wednesday Playdate at the Sarasota Art Museum
9:30 am Ima and Me Morning Meet Up at Chabad of Sarasota
10:15 am ROAR at The Ringling Fridays
8:00 am Breakfast with Santa Cow at Chick-fil-A
12:00 pm Sunday Crafternoon at Bat City Comic Professionals
11:30 am Forty Carrots WELCOME TO OUR WORLD®
10:30 am Homeschool Holiday Crafting Meet Up at Tom Bennett Park
10:00 am Drop-In Art for Preschoolers at Lakewood Ranch Library
10:15 am Forty Carrots PARTNERS IN PLAY® Selby Library
10:15 am Forty Carrots PARTNERS IN PLAY® Fruitville Library
9:00 am Merry Meals with Santa at Sarasota County Parks
5:00 pm Christmas in the Garden: A Celebration of Lights and Music
12:15 pm Forty Carrots WELCOME TO OUR WORLD® at Jacaranda Library
2:00 pm Forty Carrots WELCOME TO OUR WORLD® at Braden River Library
10:00 am Parenting Matters Musical Motion at Mothers Helping Mothers
10:15 am Forty Carrots PARTNERS IN PLAY® Gulf Gate Library
3:00 pm Palmetto's Christmas in the Park
9:00 am Geraldson's Christmas Market
 
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6:00 am The Canopy Zone at Robinson Preserve
6:00 am The Canopy Zone at Robinson Preserve
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9:00 am Rhea Lana's of Manatee Winter Holiday Consignment Event - Sale Day
9:00 am Rhea Lana's of Manatee Winter Holiday Consignment Event - Sale Day
9:00 am Rhea Lana's of Manatee Winter Holiday Consignment Event - Sale Day
9:00 am Rhea Lana's of Manatee Winter Holiday Consignment Event - Half Price Sale Day
9:00 am Winter Wonderland at Wellen Park
10:15 am ROAR at The Ringling Fridays
8:00 am Santa Firehouse Pancake Breakfast at VFR Station 51
9:00 am Gloria - Christmas at Woodland Community Church
9:00 am Mom's Walk or Run Meetup at The Roots Health Centers
10:00 am Toddler Storytime at Lakewood Ranch Library
10:00 am Wednesday Playdate at the Sarasota Art Museum
9:00 am Rhea Lana's of Manatee Winter Holiday Consignment Event - Half Price Sale
10:15 am Forty Carrots PARTNERS IN PLAY® Fruitville Library
8:00 am Ninja Squad Athletics Saturday Morning Run at Nathan Benderson Park
10:00 am Meet The Grinch at Foxtail Coffee - Wellen Park
11:30 am Forty Carrots WELCOME TO OUR WORLD®
2:00 pm Forty Carrots WELCOME TO OUR WORLD® at Braden River Library
10:00 am Drop-In Art for Preschoolers at Lakewood Ranch Library
9:30 am Open Play at The Roots Health Centers
4:00 pm Milk and Cookies with Santa at Dakin Dairy Farms
9:00 am Saturday Mornings at The Nest at Robinson Preserve
11:00 am Free Second Sundays at the Sarasota Art Museum
12:15 pm Forty Carrots WELCOME TO OUR WORLD® at Jacaranda Library
2:30 pm Teen Movie Afternoon at Venice Library
10:00 am Parenting Matters Musical Motion at Mothers Helping Mothers
9:30 am Ima and Me Morning Meet Up at Chabad of Sarasota
4:00 pm Manatee County Seafood and Music Festival at G.T. Bray Park
9:00 am Old Main Street Bradenton Public Market
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9:00 am The Grinch at Five-O Donut Co.
9:00 am Mom's Walk or Run Meetup at The Roots Health Centers
9:00 am JumpJump Children Multiverse One Year Celebration
10:00 am Wednesday Playdate at the Sarasota Art Museum
9:30 am Open Play with Special Guest Santa at The Roots Health Centers
8:00 am Palmetto Downtown Mainstreet Presents: Holiday Fun Land at Sutton Park
8:00 am Palmetto Downtown Mainstreet Presents: Holiday Fun Land at Sutton Park
9:00 am Holiday Market Kick Off with Santa at the Meadows Farmers Market
10:00 am Hands-Only CPR and AED Training at LBK Fire Rescue Station 91
10:00 am Toddler Storytime at Lakewood Ranch Library
10:00 am Parenting Matters Musical Motion at Mothers Helping Mothers
1:00 pm Goldfish Swim School - Family Swim Baby Brunch
5:00 pm Christmas in the Garden: A Celebration of Lights and Music
8:00 am Ninja Squad Athletics Saturday Morning Run at Nathan Benderson Park
10:00 am Suncoast Science Center Lego Roborumble Competition
11:30 am Forty Carrots WELCOME TO OUR WORLD®
2:30 pm Teen Movie Afternoon at Venice Library
10:00 am Drop-In Art for Preschoolers at Lakewood Ranch Library
4:45 pm SongSquads Parent's Night Out at First United Methodist Church
6:00 pm Christmas Celebration at Mellow Mushroom
9:00 am Saturday Mornings at The Nest at Robinson Preserve
10:00 am Festive Photos with Santa at the Market in Waterside
12:30 pm Parenting Matters Musical Motion at Braden River Library
4:00 pm Tinker Tuesday at North Sarasota Library
5:00 pm Christmas in the Garden: A Celebration of Lights and Music
5:00 pm Christmas Party at Acapulco Tropical y Mas
6:00 pm Bradenton Better Together Holiday Parents’ Night Out
9:00 am Old Main Street Bradenton Public Market
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8:00 am Palmetto Downtown Mainstreet Presents: Holiday Fun Land at Sutton Park
9:00 am Mom's Walk or Run Meetup at The Roots Health Centers
10:00 am Toddler Storytime at Lakewood Ranch Library
9:00 am Christmas in the Park: A Celebration of Compassion and Unity
9:30 am Open Play at The Roots Health Centers
5:00 pm Christmas in the Garden: A Celebration of Lights and Music
8:00 am Ninja Squad Athletics Saturday Morning Run at Nathan Benderson Park
9:00 am The Grinch at Five-O Donut Co.
3:30 pm Read with the Dogs at Venice Library
5:00 pm Weekly Free Fun Run/Walk at New Balance University
5:00 pm Christmas in the Garden: A Celebration of Lights and Music
5:00 pm Christmas in the Garden: A Celebration of Lights and Music
6:00 pm Pilos Family Christmas Show in Bradenton
9:00 am Saturday Mornings at The Nest at Robinson Preserve
12:00 pm Sunday Crafternoon at Bat City Comic Professionals
4:00 pm Teen Writers Club at North Port Library
5:00 pm Christmas in the Garden: A Celebration of Lights and Music
6:00 pm South Siesta Presents Christmas Movie Night at Daiquiri Deck
6:00 pm Bingo Night at Parrish Pizzeria
7:00 pm Holiday Soul on the Green at UTC
9:00 am My Gym Open House
3:00 pm Candlelight Christmas Carol at Centennial Park
4:00 pm South Shore Community Church Winterfest
6:00 pm Merry Christmas and Carols by Candlelight at The Tabernacle Church
6:00 pm Pilos Family Christmas Show in Bradenton
6:00 pm Chanukah on Main Street in Lakewood Ranch
7:00 pm Holiday Movies Under the Stars at UTC
9:00 am Old Main Street Bradenton Public Market
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9:00 am Florida Young Birders Club - Holiday Bird Walk at The Celery Fields
10:30 am Storytime at Jacaranda Library
10:00 am Toddler Storytime at Lakewood Ranch Library
 
 
 
 
12:00 pm Sunday Crafternoon at Bat City Comic Professionals
11:30 am Noon Year's Eve Party at Fruitville Library
1:00 pm Downtown Sarasota New Year's Eve Pineapple Drop Party
 
 
 
 
12:00 pm Rita's Italian Ice One Year Anniversary in Bradenton
2:00 pm Winter Break Movie Afternoon - The Hunger Games: The Ballad of Songbirds and Snakes at Gulf Gate Library
5:00 pm Weekly Free Fun Run/Walk at New Balance University
 
 
 
 
4:00 pm Temple Sinai Presents: Hands on Hanukkah at The Mall at UTC
2:00 pm Winter Break CRAFTernoon at Gulf Gate Library
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01Dec

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 ...

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

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

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

Outdoor Holiday Market at The Vintage Collective

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

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

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 ...

  • 12:00 pm - 5:00 pm
  • Location: 915 Manatee Ave E, Bradenton, FL 34208
  • 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
02Dec

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: $3.11
  • Website: www.eventbrite.com
  • Category: Free

Baby Storytime at Lakewood Ranch Library

Join us at the Lakewood Ranch Library for songs, rhymes, and stories for babies ages 0-18 Months. Optional play time ...

  • 10:00 am - 10:45 am
  • Location: Lakewood Ranch Library, 16410 Rangeland Parkway Lakewood Ranch, FL 34211
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: lakewoodranch.com
  • Category: Free

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
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03Dec

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 ...

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

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: Free

Homeschool Holiday Crafting Meet Up at Tom Bennett Park

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

  • 10:30 am
  • Location: Tom Bennett Park, 400 Cypress Creek Blvd, Bradenton
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Free

Forty Carrots WELCOME TO OUR WORLD® at Braden River Library

Bringing a baby into the world can fill our hearts with joy and love, and our minds with questions and ...

  • 2:00 pm - 2:45 pm
  • Location: Braden River Library, 4915 53rd Avenue East, Bradenton, FL 34203
  • Cost: Free, No preregistration required
  • Website: fortycarrots.com
  • Category: Free
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04Dec

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 ...

FIT4MOM Holiday Themed Stroller Strides and Storytime at Lakewood Ranch Library

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

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: 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
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05Dec

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 ...

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

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

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

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
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06Dec

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 ...

Manatee County Holiday Gift Fair and Carols in the Courtyard

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

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

Palmetto's Christmas in the Park

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

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07Dec

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

Breakfast with Santa Cow at Chick-fil-A

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

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

Geraldson's Christmas Market

Join the "farmily" for our annual Christmas Market! We will have awesome local vendors, amazing food trucks, and fun live ...

  • 9:00 am - 3:00 pm
  • Location: Geraldson's Family Farm, 9812 9th Ave NW, Bradenton, FL 34209
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Free
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08Dec

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

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

From 11 am – 4 pm every Second Sunday, The Studios@SAM is open for exploring and hands-on art-ful activities! For ...

  • 11:00 am - 4:00 pm
  • Location: 1001 S. Tamiami Trail, Sarasota, FL (Sarah F. Huisking Classroom)
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: www.sarasotaartmuseum.org
  • Category: Free
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09Dec

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

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: $3.11
  • Website: www.eventbrite.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
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10Dec

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

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 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
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11Dec

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

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: 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
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12Dec

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 ...

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

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

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

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
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13Dec

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 ...

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® 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

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

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, ...

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14Dec

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 ...

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

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

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 ...

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, ...

View All 54 Events For December 14
15Dec

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 ...

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

Holiday Market Kick Off with Santa at the Meadows Farmers Market

You're invited to our Holiday Market with Santa, the kick-off celebration for Season 4 Holiday Market series happening once a ...

  • 9:00 am - 3:00 pm
  • Location: 5041 Ringwood Meadow, Bldg, G-2, Sarasota, FL 34235
  • Cost: The Holiday Market is FREE to attend BUT you need a ticket to participate in the 2 activities with Santa ($20 per ticket per kid)
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Free

Suncoast Science Center Lego Roborumble Competition

Hi FAB friends! Mark your calendars for the inaugural #LEGO RoboRumble competition next month. Elementary students will be battling their ...

  • 10:00 am - 1:00 pm
  • Location: Fab Lab, 4452 S Beneva Road, Sarasota, FL34233
  • Cost: Free to Attend
  • Website: www.suncoastscience.org
  • Category: Free

Festive Photos with Santa at the Market in Waterside

Get ready for a jolly good time! This holiday season, come spread the cheer at our Farmers’ Market each Sunday ...

  • 10:00 am - 12:00 pm
  • Location: Waterside Place: 1560 Lakefront Dr, Sarasota, FL 34240
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: watersideplace.com
  • Category: Free
View All 21 Events For December 15
16Dec

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: $3.11
  • Website: www.eventbrite.com
  • Category: Free

Hands-Only CPR and AED Training at LBK Fire Rescue Station 91

The Town of Longboat Key Fire Rescue will be hosting FREE Hands-Only CPR and AED training. Learn lifesaving skills in ...

  • 10:00 am
  • Location: North Fire Station, 5490 Gulf of Mexico Drive
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: www.facebook.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

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
View All 9 Events For December 16
17Dec

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 ...

JumpJump Children Multiverse One Year Celebration

We can hardly believe it: JumpJump is turning 1! Thank you to all the families who have visited us so far. ...

  • 9:00 am - 6:00 pm
  • Location: 999 Cattlemen Road, Sarasota, FL
  • Cost: $10 per child
  • Website: www.facebook.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

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
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18Dec

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 ...

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: 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

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

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
View All 9 Events For December 18
19Dec

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 ...

Open Play with Special Guest Santa at The Roots Health Centers

If you are looking for a fun, age appropriate holiday activity for you and your kiddos, we have just the ...

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

Goldfish Swim School - Family Swim Baby Brunch

Free Event! Open to parents with babies 4 months to 3yrs old Join us December 19th 1pm to 2:15pm for a delightful afternoon ...

  • 1:00 pm - 2:15 pm
  • Location: San Marco Plaza, 8205 Natures Way, Ste 111, Lakewood Ranch, FL 34202
  • Cost: Free event
  • Website: goldfishswimschool.com
  • Category: Free

SongSquads Parent's Night Out at First United Methodist Church

Parents, do you need a night out? Join us on Thursday, December 19, for Parent’s Night Out. Drop your kids off ...

  • 4:45 pm - 7:30 pm
  • Location: 104 S. Pineapple Ave, Sarasota 34236
  • Cost: Free admission
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Free

Christmas Party at Acapulco Tropical y Mas

Santa will be present giving away free toys to children under 12 years old (until supplies last). Join our celebration ...

  • 5:00 pm - 8:00 pm
  • Location: 3410 US Highway 301 N, Ellenton, FL 34222
  • Cost: Free (while supplies last)
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Free
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20Dec

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 ...

Palmetto Downtown Mainstreet Presents: Holiday Fun Land at Sutton Park

More fun is coming to Palmetto! This December, Palmetto Downtown Main Street is hosting their inaugural Holiday Fun Land event! Attend this ...

  • 8:00 am - 5:00 pm
  • Location: Sutton Park, 1036 6th Street W, Palmetto, FL 34221
  • 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

Christmas Celebration at Mellow Mushroom

Ho, ho, ho! Get ready for a night of festive fun at Mellow Mushroom as we spread holiday cheer and ...

  • 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm
  • Location: Mellow Mushroom Sarasota, 6727 South Tamiami Trail Sarasota, FL 34231
  • Cost: Free admission
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Free

Bradenton Better Together Holiday Parents’ Night Out

Take a break and enjoy some quality time away from the kids while they enjoy holiday fun supervised by background-checked ...

  • 6:00 pm - 8:30 pm
  • Location: First Baptist Bradenton, 306 Manatee Ave. W. Bradenton, FL 34205
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: bettertogetherus.org
  • Category: Free
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21Dec

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 ...

Palmetto Downtown Mainstreet Presents: Holiday Fun Land at Sutton Park

More fun is coming to Palmetto! This December, Palmetto Downtown Main Street is hosting their inaugural Holiday Fun Land event! Attend this ...

  • 8:00 am - 5:00 pm
  • Location: Sutton Park, 1036 6th Street W, Palmetto, FL 34221
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Free

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

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 ...

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, ...

View All 21 Events For December 21
22Dec

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 ...

Palmetto Downtown Mainstreet Presents: Holiday Fun Land at Sutton Park

More fun is coming to Palmetto! This December, Palmetto Downtown Main Street is hosting their inaugural Holiday Fun Land event! Attend this ...

  • 8:00 am - 5:00 pm
  • Location: Sutton Park, 1036 6th Street W, Palmetto, FL 34221
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Free

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

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 ...

  • 12:00 pm - 5:00 pm
  • Location: 915 Manatee Ave E, Bradenton, FL 34208
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Free

Candlelight Christmas Carol at Centennial Park

Bringing in Christmas with Candlelight Carols

  • 3:00 pm - 5:00 pm
  • Location: Centennial Park, 200 W Avenue, Venice
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Free
View All 10 Events For December 22
23Dec

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: $3.11
  • Website: www.eventbrite.com
  • Category: Free

Read with the Dogs at Venice Library

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

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

Teen Writers Club at North Port Library

If you like writing your own pieces or would like to branch out and grow your creativity, come join us ...

South Shore Community Church Winterfest

It’s our favorite time of year again at South Shore Community Church, and we couldn’t be more thrilled to host ...

  • 4:00 pm - 8:00 pm
  • Location: 1899 S. Tuttle Avenue, Sarasota, FL 34239
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Free
View All 9 Events For December 23
24Dec

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 ...

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

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

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 Christmas and Carols by Candlelight at The Tabernacle Church

Join us Christmas Eve with family and friends for a intimate candle light service. This is a great way to ...

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25Dec

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 ...

Christmas in the Park: A Celebration of Compassion and Unity

Christmas in the Park: A Celebration of Compassion and Unity Celebrate compassion and unity with us on December 25 from 9 ...

  • 9:00 am - 11:00 am
  • Location: Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Memorial Park – 2523 Cocoanut Ave, Sarasota, FL 34234
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: trulyvalued.org
  • 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

South Siesta Presents Christmas Movie Night at Daiquiri Deck

Celebrate the holiday season with Daiquiri Deck South Siesta Key as we present our First-Ever Christmas Movie Nights—complete with a ...

  • 6:00 pm
  • Location: (South Siesta) Daquiri Deck, 1250 Stickney Point Road, Siesta Key, FL 34242
  • Cost: Free to Attend
  • 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
26Dec

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 ...

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

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

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

Chanukah on Main Street in Lakewood Ranch

Chabad of Bradenton & Lakewood Ranch Presents: Chanukah on Main Street Join Chabad of Bradenton & Lakewood Ranch for a ...

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27Dec

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 ...

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

Holiday Soul on the Green at UTC

Enjoy the soulful sounds of the season at UTC Holiday Soul on The Green presented in partnership with Greatness Beyond ...

  • 7:00 pm - 10:00 pm
  • Location: 140 University Town Center Drive, Sarasota, FL 34243
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: www.facebook.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
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28Dec

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

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 ...

My Gym Open House

Stop by and discover why kids- from infants to 10-year-olds- love My Gym! Join us for a day of laughter, surprises, ...

  • 9:00 am - 12:00 pm
  • Location: 8792 S Tamiami Trl, Sarasota, FL 34238
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: www.mygym.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, ...

View All 14 Events For December 28
29Dec

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 ...

Florida Young Birders Club - Holiday Bird Walk at The Celery Fields

The Florida Young Birders Club is hosting a Guided Bird Walk where kids and teens can learn about local bird ...

  • 9:00 am - 11:00 am
  • Location: Celery Fields 6799 Palmer Boulevard Sarasota, FL 34240
  • Cost: Annual membership is $10 and offers free entrance to monthly local events
  • Website: www.eventbrite.com
  • Category: Free

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 ...

  • 12:00 pm - 5:00 pm
  • Location: 915 Manatee Ave E, Bradenton, FL 34208
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Free

Rita's Italian Ice One Year Anniversary in Bradenton

Time flies when you're eating Italian Ice, Bradenton! Our Rita’s is celebrating its 1 Year Anniversary this Sunday (12/29/24) with ...

  • 12:00 pm - 10:00 pm
  • Location: 1731 Lakewood Ranch Blvd, Bradenton, 34211
  • Cost: Free 6oz. Ice
  • Website: www.ritasice.com
  • Category: Free

Temple Sinai Presents: Hands on Hanukkah at The Mall at UTC

Join Temple Sinai for FREE Hanukkah family fun!

  • 4:00 pm - 6:00 pm
  • Location: The Mall at UTC, 140 University Town Center Dr., Sarasota 34243 (in front of Macy's first floor)
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Free
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30Dec

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 ...

Storytime at Jacaranda Library

Join us for storytime! Stories, rhymes, songs, and simple crafts for little ones and their special grownup.

Noon Year's Eve Party at Fruitville Library

Help us celebrate Noon Years Eve!! We will make noise makers, have a snack and bring in the Noon Years ...

Winter Break Movie Afternoon - The Hunger Games: The Ballad of Songbirds and Snakes at Gulf Gate Library

Enjoy the winter break with a free showing of The Hunger Games: Ballad of Songbirds and Snakes. No registration necessary. ...

Winter Break CRAFTernoon at Gulf Gate Library

Who doesn't love a good CRAFTernoon? Spend your afternoons at the library making festive crafts to get you through winter ...

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31Dec

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 ...

Toddler Storytime at Lakewood Ranch Library

Join us at the Lakewood Ranch Library for stories, songs, rhymes, and lots of movement for toddlers ages 18 months ...

  • 10:00 am - 10:45 am
  • Location: Lakewood Ranch Library, 16410 Rangeland Parkway Lakewood Ranch, FL 34211
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: lakewoodranch.com
  • Category: Free

Downtown Sarasota New Year's Eve Pineapple Drop Party

The big New Year's Eve party in Sarasota is the annual Pineapple Drop Block Party! The dropping of the big ...

  • 1:00 pm
  • Location: Intersection of Lemon Avenue and Main Street in downtown Sarasota
  • Cost: Free event, carnival tickets available for purchase
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Free

Weekly Free Fun Run/Walk at New Balance University

Come Walk or Run with a group: Bathrooms and Water provided and lots of positive Vibes

  • 5:00 pm - 6:00 pm
  • Location: 315 N. Cattlemen Rd., Suite 1, Sarasota FL 34243
  • 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
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