The “Ding” Darling Wildlife Society–Friends of the Refuge (DDWS) and Doc Ford’s Rum Bar & Grille have teamed up once again to host a tarpon competition termed a “catch, release, and care” tournament May 9, 2025. The tournament celebrates Southwest Florida’s history of Tarpon fishing and overall conservation and wildlife [...]   Read More

Free concert at the gazebo in Centennial Park downtown Venice. Bring your own chairs or picnic blankets. No alcohol is permitted in Centennial Park. Visit website for additional information.   Read More

The Sarasota International Dragon Boat Festival offers racing for both competitive and recreational teams, along with a health and wellness village, cultural expo, food truck bazaar and beer garden. Visit website for additional information.   Read More

The exhibition features original photographs and sculptures created by students at Florida Gulf Coast University (FGCU) with themes relating to Rookery Bay Research Reserve. The exhibition will be on display during regular business hours from May 8 - August 1, 2025 and is included with admission. Visit website or call [...]   Read More

Features a wide variety of local produce, plants, prepared foods, and artisan crafts Every Saturday (rain or shine). Call or visit website for additional information. Please subscribe to the E-Newsletter for the latest vendor map delivered to your inbox each week!       Read More

Offering local and organic fresh produce, wild caught Florida seafood, fresh bakery items, citrus trees, plants and herbs, handmade artisan food items, paella, fresh roasted coffee, unique arts and crafts, jewelry, photography, live music, and more Every Saturday morning, 8 a.m. to noon. Free parking. Market located on Tampa Avenue [...]   Read More

A popular family event, Community Day is the biannual celebration of everything the arts has to offer. Explore the entire Artis—Naples campus, with art and activities for all ages. Free activities include live music, an instrument petting zoo for kids, bilingual storytelling, and access to all museum exhibitions and galleries. [...]   Read More

Mothers and grandmothers receive 50% off admission to Sarasota Jungle Gardens May 10 & 11, 2025 if booked online with promo code MD24. Moms/Grandmoms can also hold a bird for free. Call or visit their website for additional information.   Read More

Enjoy a variety of music genres in this series of concerts at Naples Botanical Garden. Please remember to bring your own seating for all concerts and wear weather appropriate clothing. No outside food or beverage will be admitted to the Garden during special events. Food and beverage will be available [...]   Read More

The Be Fabulous Music & Arts Pride Fest is a free event celebrating Sarasota’s vibrant LGBTQ+ community, featuring music, art, and performances that uplift and inspire. Presented by Fabulous Arts Foundation in celebration of 15 years in the Sarasota community as a nonprofit organization dedicated to fostering the arts and [...]   Read More