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We've got your weekend plans covered. Refill the happy tank with a fun-fueled weekend in Sarasota County. Everyone needs a little weekend getaway now and again. Ditch the errands and chores and unwind with your toes in the water and face to the sun. Or maybe you need a little...

Local Events Not to Miss This Fall

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Celebrate the start of fall season in Sarasota County with a few of these upcoming events Fall is an exciting time to visit and be in Sarasota County. With the temperatures cooling and the changing of leaves (just kidding, we have palm trees), there are an abundance of fun-filled festivities...

Celebrate National Hispanic Heritage Month This September

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Get closer to culture and meet the thriving Latino community of Sarasota County. As a welcoming place to live and visit for all, Sarasota County remains a diverse, vibrant and cultural destination that has so much more to offer than the beautiful beaches. With National Hispanic Heritage Month celebrated the...

Visit Sarasota County Adds New Team Members to The Sports Department

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Congratulations to VSC's new hire and well-deserved transition to the sports team SARASOTA, Fla. (July 25, 2022) – Visit Sarasota County is delighted to welcome Pete Harvey to the team as Director of Sports, and congratulations to Nate Sweetman on his transition to the sports department under Pete, as the...

This Summer, Travelers Can Save On Getaways to Sarasota County with “Fun In The 941” Special Offers

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Locals and visitors can find some of the best deals and discounts in Sarasota County by utilizing "Fun in the 941" SARASOTA, Fla. (July 13, 2022) – Travelers can get away and save money this summer on trips to Sarasota County by taking advantage of the destination’s Fun In The...

Inside Sarasota County's SarasotaCon 2022

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Plan your summer travels around SarasotaCon Pop Culture Show this August. Direct your speech balloons to Sarasota this August 13, 10am–5pm, at Carlisle Inn & Conference Center. SarasotaCon 2022 is calling all superhero fans, comic book collectors and illustration artists to revel in this nostalgic art form. SarasotaCon is a...

Lose Track Of Time At These Four Art Museums

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Art aficionados and creatives traveling Sarasota County will have their hands, and hearts, full with artful museums. See Sarasota's true colors shine. From contemporary-chic art installations to historic, circus-themed exhibitions and botanical-inspired masterworks of art, Sarasota's notable and revered arts scene—both historic and modern—is not afraid to show off its...

Sarasota Chock Full of Events for Those With Special Needs

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When it comes to events in Sarasota, there’s plenty to do for those who have special needs. This includes children or adults who are hearing or vision impaired, have mobility challenges, or on the autism spectrum. Here is more information on date-specific and ongoing events that are geared toward those...

Savor Sarasota Concludes on a Tasty Note

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As the 17th year of Savor Sarasota Restaurant Week wraps up, take a peak at which restaurants will continue their Savor menus for an extended period of time SARASOTA, Fla. (June 23, 2022) – Thousands of meals were “savored” this year as Visit Sarasota County’s 17th annual Savor Sarasota Restaurant...

Picture-Perfect Picnic Areas For Takeout

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Grab a meal to-go and share it alfresco at one of these picturesque picnic spots. Sure, going out to lunch or dinner at atmospheric restaurants is great, and many here even have beautiful outdoor dining setups. But sometimes, it's just really nice to get further away from downtown areas and...