Best Things To Do in SRQ

Hey Sarasota! Ready or not, the holiday season is here. While most of the country bundles up, we're celebrating the holidays Florida-style – and honestly, we wouldn't have it any other way.

Maybe our palm trees outnumber our Christmas trees, but Sarasota has plenty of holiday activities to kickoff the season. 

This week's Sarasota Scoop highlights the best local events and activities from Downtown Sarasota to Lakewood Ranch and all the way to Siesta Key.

Whether you're planning a November beach day at Longboat Key, exploring festive Siesta Key Village, or enjoying sunset markets at St. Armands Circle, your perfect holiday activity awaits.

As always, thanks for reading. Let's explore what's happening this week in Sarasota...

Wednesday, November 20th

Karaoke Wednesday

📍The Gator Club

🕦 9pm - 1am

Champions & Challengers

📍Payne Park Tennis Centeer

🕦 5pm - 6:30pm

Have fun playing doubles tennis points in a high-tempo on-court experience.  Games include King/Queen of the Court, Knock Out, Beat the Champ, Live Ball, and more — details

Thursday, November 21st

Pop in & DIY Painting

📍5543 Palmer Crossing Cir, Sarasota, FL 34233

🕦 Walk-ins & reservations taken

Easy to follow instructions & inspiration guides provided. Perfect for family outing with kids. Pop In or reserve a time slot — details 

Trey Wanvig & Detroit Mike’s Birthday Bash Live Performance

📍Jr’s Old Packinghouse

🕦 6pm

Try Wanvig is a 23-year-old singer/songwriter from Sarasota, FL. Award winning blues rock guitarist and vocalist.

Friday, November 22nd

Junior Jumpers Jam at Altitudes

📍201 Cortez Rd W, Bradenton, FL 34207

🕦 10am - 12pm

For jumpers 6 & under, up to 2 hours of unlimited access to trampolines, attractions, and experiences designed with our littles in mind. Grab tickets and more info here — details

Wonderland Circus

📍Big Top at UTC

🕦 Multiple show times thru weekend

“Wonderland” will take audiences on a heartwarming and visually stunning journey that brings together the enchantment of the winter holidays and their unique traditions — details 

Sarasota Opera Program

📍Sarasota Opera House

🕦 7:30pm

This performance features the iconic romantic classic, Giselle. Sir Peter Wright’s production has been performed across the globe on virtually every continent. More information here — details 

Saturday, November 23rd

Sarasota Farmers Market

📍Downtown Sarasota, Main St & Lemon Avenue

🕦 7am - 1pm

Support local brands, explore interesting crafts, and grab fresh produce at the weekly farmer’s market — details

Ferraris on the Circle

📍St. Armands Circle

🕦 9am - 3pm

Stroll through St. Armands Circle Park while enjoying Ferrari's of all ages during this fun, free event.

4th Annual Grilled Cheese Festival

📍CoolToday Park

🕦 11am - 6pm

Join us for a day filled with deliciousness at the 4th Annual Grilled Cheese Festival at CoolToday Park. This family-friendly, free event offers something for everyone: Food trucks, live music, craft beers, and more — details

Elixir Comedy Show

📍Elixir Tea House

🕦 8pm - 10pm

Come on out and see Scott Bird recent winner of the Visasni's comedy competition. Elixir serves, food, beer/differernt assortment of seltzer's, wine and assorted homemade teas. It is a free show, but seating is limited first come first serve.

Sunday, November 24th

Here Comes the Holidays - Arts & Crafts Fair

📍Harvest United Methodist Church

🕦 10am - 4pm

Come support local artists, crafters and small businesses that have been affected by the recent hurricanes. One of a kind gifts, apparel, furniture, jewelry, home decor, food music and more!

PLAN AHEAD

2024-2025 Lego Camps

Sign ups are open for Bricks 4 Kidz lego camps. For details about camp activities and sign up information follow this link — details.

Siesta Key Holiday Parade

Santa will be in town at the Siesta Key Christmas parade meeting with children before the parade. To register a float, follow this link — details

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