March Community Happenings

Your guide to local gatherings, social events, and neighborhood fun!

March 8, 2025 - 10am-1pm - Free Family Day - The Ringling Museum hosts a free admission event for the family, showcasing their artworks and offering crafts to create your own pieces. All art will be made from botanical debris from hurricane Milton. This event is free, though tickets are required. Located at The John and Mable Ringling Museum of Art

March 12, 2025 - 6:30pm-7:30pm - Performances at the Point - This event offers world class performances by local performing arts organizations. Before the event, guests will have the chance to explore the historical cottage, garden, and pergola overlooking the bay. Food and beverages will be provided by Michael’s on East. Tickets are $25 for Selby Garden members, $35 for non-members, and $15 for children 5-17. Located at Historic Spanish Point

March 14, 2025 - 10am-3:30pm - Book Fair and Writers’ Festival - Join for various programs for writers, and a book fair showcasing tons of authors selling and autographing books. Free admission and no tickets required. Located at Blalock Park, Venice, Fl.

March 22, 2025 - 7pm-11pm - Moon over Myakka Fundraising Concert - Bring a chair, picnic, and food to enjoy these great performances. Wine and beer will be available for sale from the Lazy Gator Cafe. General admission tickets are $25, friends of Myakka River members $20, and half price tickets for children under 12. Park entrance fee is waived after 5pm. Located at Myakka River State Park

March 26, 2025 - 5pm-7pm - Pazzo on Orange - Get ready to mingle with our awesome community while we celebrate the much anticipated, Pazzo on Orange 481 North Orange Avenue, Sarasota, FL 34236

March 29, 2025 - 12pm-2pm - Easter Egg Scavenger Hunt - Fun for the whole family with scavenger hunts, bounce houses, live entertainment, and so much more! Admission is free and the first 500 kids(12 and under) will receive a free egg hunt tote bag. Check in at the Customer Service desk to receive your egg hunt map, tote bag, and wristband. Located at UTC.

March 29, 2025 - 12pm-5pm - My Hometown Fest - Come along for a day of fun including: food from dozens of local restaurants, craft beer samples, live music and more! Adult, general admission tickets (including food and beer) are $40, while food only tickets are $30. Kids 12 and under are free, and parking is $10. Located at Nathan Benderson Park