November 8th, 11 am - 1 pm - 24th Annual Empty Bowls Luncheon - Guests choose a handcrafted bowl and enjoy soup, bread, desserts, and more donated by local restaurants. Proceeds go to the Manatee Food Bank. General admission is $35. Main St, Lakewood Ranch.

 

November 8-10th, 10 am - 6 pm - Sarasota Boat Expo- Browse new boats, equipment, and much more. Children 12 and under are free, adult admission is $6. Free parking. Located at Robarts Arena, Sarasota Fairgrounds, 3000 Ringling Blvd.

 

November 8-10th, all day - Sarasota Chalk Festival - Annually, explore chalk-paint art that engulfs the roads. Now back in Sarasota, the festival offers over 500 artists’ works and free admission. ‘Young and Young at Heart’ will have chalk for individuals to make their own creations. Located in Downtown Sarasota at Burns Square, S. Pineapple & S. Orange Ave.

 

November 9th, 6pm -10 pm - UTC Christmas Parade - Enjoy fun with a lightshow, Santa Claus, fireworks, live music, entertainment, and much more! The parade route begins down N. Cattlemen Rd, ending with Santa’s arrival at the University Town Center. Free admission.

 

November 17th, noon – 4 pm - Origin Craft Beer Festival Join us for the 6th Annual SRQ Craft Beer Festival, a celebration of all things craft beer! Get ready to immerse yourself in a world of unique flavors and hoppy goodness. With a wide selection of local and regional craft breweries and enjoy live music throughout the day. Don't miss out on this unforgettable experience! Origin Pizza on Hillview. 1837 Hillview St. – Southside Village

 

November 14th, 6 pm – 8 pm - Enchanting Christmas Tree Lighting - Join for a spectacular evening of lights, music, and entertainment. Selby Five Points Park offers choir performances, and refreshments. The tree lighting will begin at 7pm. Located at Selby Five Points Park

 

December 7th, 3 – 6 pm - Southside Village Holiday Stroll - Sponsorships available!

Please save the date for our annual Holiday Stroll! Santa will ride in on the fire truck, kids zone with hot cocoa, a bounce house, face painting. Live Music, Makers market (vendor booths available for kids and professional), Live Painting, Hair Tinsel and more. Artist and Vendor Booths Available $100 (10 Spots available), Kids Maker Tables $25 (Under 18). Please call 941-275-2921. SouthsidevillageSRQ@gmail.com

 

November 21, 2024- 2pm-3:30pm - Art on Film - Come by to watch award-winning documentaries, and other films highlighting some of our favorite artists. Tickets are $10 for non-members and $5 for members. Located at Sarasota Art Museum, 1001 South Tamiami Trail, Sarasota, Fl.

 

December 1, 2024 - 11am-6pm - 8th Annual Sarasota Seafood & Music Festival - Local restaurants will provide fresh seafood, including grouper, crab, oyster, shrimp, and more. Vegetarian meals will also be available. Join for food and live jazz, rock, and R&B. Also, enjoy shopping in the market of fine arts, crafts, etc. Free Admission. Sarasota Fairgrounds, Ringling Blvd, Sarasota, Fl.

 

December 3, 2024 - 6pm-8pm - Holiday in the Gardens - Bring family and friends to dance and enjoy live music surrounded by the beautiful garden landscape. Drinks will be provided. Admission is $35. Located at Sarasota Garden Club, 1131 Blvd of the Arts, Sarasota, Fl.

 

December 7, 2024 - 8am-12pm - 27th Annual Jingle & Jog 5K Walk - Come support the Haven to benefit those of all ages with disabilities. With registration, individuals receive a t-shirt, swag bag, food, and drinks. Registration is $40. The walk will begin at the Haven’s campus, where participants will enjoy the stroll under the beautiful canopy trees. Located at Haven Campus, 4405 DeSoto Rd, Sarasota, Fl.