JUNE
June 7 & 8
St Armands Circle Craft Festival
Sarasota: Shop outdoor gallery-style booths filled with life-sized sculptures,
fine jewelry, paintings, pottery, ceramics, glass, photography, apparel and
more, handcrafted by national and local artists. Free. Takes place 10am-4pm at 1
St Armands.
Info: www.artfestival.com
June 12-22
Tampa Bay Restaurant Week
Tampa Bay: Discover the hottest new eateries or visit old favorites featuring
multiple-course price fixe lunch and dinner menus and drink specials across the
area. A portion of proceeds benefits Feeding Tampa Bay. Various hours,
locations.
Info: https://tampabayrestaurantweek.com
June
13 - August 9
Summer Circus Spectacular
Sarasota: Relive the good old days under the Big Top as some of the finest
circus artists from around the world put on a family-friendly display of
breathtaking acrobatics, jaw-dropping thrills and fun for audiences of all
ages. Tickets. Showtimes Tues-Fri: 11 am & 2pm; Sat: 2 & 5pm at 5555 N
Tamiami Trl. Info: www.ringling.org
JULY
July 4th Fireworks
Sarasota: Find the best seat in the house for this annual patriotic display of independence
launched from Sarasota Bay featuring excellent viewing spots from downtown,
Bayfront Park, US 41 & Gulfstream Ave. and 655 N. Tamiami Trail. Free.
9-9:30pm. Takes place at 1 Marina Plaza. Info: www.sarasotafl.gov
SEPTEMBER
September
13 & 14
St. Armands Art Festival & Craft Marketplace
Sarasota: Creativity blooms as Florida artisans and fine crafters display works
in painting, jewelry, ceramics, pottery, planters and more in the park and on
the street among the upscale shops and restaurants of the famous circle drive.
Free. Takes place 10am-5pm at 1 St Armands Circle. Info: www.artfestival.com
OCTOBER
October
10 & 11
American Vintage Markets
Sarasota: Discover a wide variety of the best recycled, upcycled, repurposed
and reimagined treasures –architectural salvage, country and primitives, estate
and vintage jewelry, glass, china, clothing, antiques and more. Tickets. Takes
place 9am-4pm at 3000 Ringling Blvd. Info: www.americanvintagemarkets.com
October
17-19
ROCKtoberfest Downtown Sarasota!
Sarasota: Rock into fall with authentic German food fit for King Ludwig himself
with roasted ham hock, sausages, sauerkraut, cheese noodles, hot pretzels and
more, pints of beer, German music, dancing and a festival marketplace! Free.
Fri: 4-10pm; Sat: 11am-10pm; Sun: 11am-10pm. Takes place at 199 Bayfront Dr.
Info: https://bit.ly/3GzhUb1
October
18 & 19
Downtown Sarasota Craft Festival
Sarasota: Discover stunning sculptures, paintings, jewelry, photography, and more
from US artists and fine crafters, then shop for handmade and eco-friendly
goods in the green market right in the heart of downtown! Free. Takes place
10am-5pm at 1 Central Ave. Info: www.artfestival.com
NOVEMBER
November 8 & 9
St Armands Circle Art Festival
Sarasota: Marvel at the breathtaking talent of 200+ artists displaying works in
sculpture, photography, glasswork, paintings, ceramics, jewelry, mixed media
and more, just steps away from upscale shops and restaurants along the
picturesque circle drive. Free. Takes place 10am-5pm at 1 St Armands Circle.
Info: www.artfestival.com
November 14-17
Crystal Classic Int’l Sand Sculpting Festival
Siesta Key: Discover the beauty as 24 world-class
sculptors magically transform white sand beaches into a breathtaking open-air
gallery of larger-than-life sand masterpieces, plus live artist demos,
sculpting lessons, music, games, a party tent, vendor village and more! Tickets. Takes place 10am-5pm at 948 Beach Road. Info: www.siestakeycrystalclassic.com/