Sarasota–Bradenton -Venice Weekend Events Guide
November 6–8, 2026
Friday, Saturday & Sunday | Sarasota • Siesta Key • Osprey • Nokomis • Venice • Lakewood Ranch • Bradenton
There is a particularly good mix of activities this weekend, including the Sarasota Medieval Fair, Hispanic Fall Festival, Ferraris on the Circle, live music, farmers markets, theatre, sporting events and family activities.
Weekend highlights
Sarasota Medieval Fair | Visit Sarasota County
Sarasota Medieval Fair
Family favorite
November 7–8, opening weekend. Jousting, performers, games, food and an artisan marketplace.
Ferrari’s on the Circle | City of Sarasota
Ferraris on the Circle
Saturday, November 7. An impressive display of Ferrari automobiles at St. Armands Circle. Free admission.
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22nd Hispanic Fall Festival
November 6–7. Hispanic culture, food, entertainment and community activities at St. Jude Catholic Church.
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Sarasota Orchestra – Beethoven & Prokofiev
November 7–8 at Van Wezel Performing Arts Hall.
Friday, November 6
Festivals, community events and family activities
Music on Main | Visit Sarasota County
- Music on Main – Tribute to Heroes
Free admission
Time: 6–9 PM
Location: Lakewood Ranch Main Street, 8100 Lakewood Main Street, Lakewood Ranch.
Live music by Passerine, featuring acoustic folk and bluegrass. The evening honors veterans and includes food vendors, children’s activities, inflatables and community entertainment.
Website: Lakewood Ranch event details
Phone: 941-757-1674
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- SPARCC Black Tie Gala
Time: Evening; confirm with organizers.
Location: Marie Selby Botanical Gardens, Downtown Sarasota.
A fundraising gala supporting SPARCC, which provides services and assistance to survivors of domestic violence.
Admission: Ticketed event; contact organizer.
Website: Marie Selby Botanical Gardens
Phone: 941-366-5731
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- The Market at Nathan Benderson Park
Time: 9 AM–1 PM
Location: Nathan Benderson Park, near Homewood Suites UTC, Sarasota.
More than 20 local vendors, food trucks, shopping and live music. A good Friday morning outing.
Admission: Check with organizer.
Website: Nathan Benderson Park
Phone: 941-358-7275
- 22nd Annual Hispanic Fall Festival – Opening activities
Friday: Festival listings begin November 6; the main advertised festival day is Saturday, November 7.
Location: St. Jude Catholic Church, 3930 17th Street, Sarasota.
Food, music, dancing and Hispanic cultural celebrations. Plan for Saturday for the full advertised program.
Admission: Free Saturday admission and parking.
Theatre, concerts and live music
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- Hiroya Tsukamoto – Live Concert
Tickets from $25
Time: 8 PM; doors at approximately 7 PM.
Location: Fogartyville Community Media and Arts Center, 525 Kumquat Court, Sarasota.
Japanese fingerstyle guitarist and songwriter, known for atmospheric acoustic guitar performances and storytelling.
Tickets: From $25.
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- Jodi White – McCurdy’s Comedy Theatre
Time: Evening show; check individual performance time.
Location: 1923 Ringling Blvd., Sarasota.
Stand-up comedy featuring Jodi White, scheduled November 4–8.
Website: McCurdy’s Comedy Theatre
Phone: 941-925-3869
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- Live Music at The Plaza – Waterside Place
Time: 6–9 PM.
Location: 7500 Island Cove Terrace, Lakewood Ranch.
Dana Lawrence performs rock, blues, reggae and New Orleans soul overlooking Kingfisher Lake.
Admission: Free.
Website: Waterside Place music schedule
Phone: 941-757-1674
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- Sniki Tiki – Full Band Night
Time: 6–10 PM.
Location: Captain Curt’s Village, 1200 Old Stickney Point Road, Siesta Key.
Outdoor live entertainment in a casual island setting.
Admission: No cover listed.
Website: Captain Curt’s
Saturday, November 7
Festivals, cars, markets and family fun
Sarasota Medieval Fair | Visit Sarasota County
- Sarasota Medieval Fair – Opening Weekend
Major weekend attraction
Time: 9:45 AM–5:30 PM.
Location: Woods of Mallaranny, 29847 FL-70 E., Myakka City, FL 34251.
A full medieval village featuring jousting, sword fighting, human combat chess, 13 performance stages, rides, games, music, food and more than 140 artisan shops. A wonderful family outing.
Admission: Adults $26.95; seniors and students $23.95; children ages 4–10 approximately $15.95. Confirm ticket categories and online fees.
Parking: Free.
Website: Sarasota Medieval Fair
Phone: 888-303-3247
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- Ferraris on the Circle
Time: 9 AM onward; confirm event end time.
Location: St. Armands Circle Park, Sarasota.
An opportunity to see an impressive collection of exotic, vintage and modern Ferrari automobiles. Great for car enthusiasts and families.
Admission: Free.
Website: St. Armands Circle
Phone: 941-388-1554
- Sarasota’s 22nd Hispanic Fall Festival
Time: 10 AM–6 PM.
Location: St. Jude Catholic Church, 3930 17th Street, Sarasota.
A celebration of Hispanic heritage and culture with traditional food, music, dancing, entertainment, family activities and community vendors. Proceeds support local charitable efforts and church improvements.
Admission: Free. Parking free.
Website: Festival details
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- Le Marché Outdoor Marketplace
Time: Listed for Saturday; confirm operating hours.
Location: Five Points Park, downtown Sarasota.
An outdoor marketplace featuring local vendors, artisans, merchandise and specialty products.
Admission: Free to browse.
Phone: Not published.
- Sarasota Cars & Coffee
Time: 8 AM.
Location: Mall at University Town Center, Sarasota, Lot 5.
Monthly gathering of interesting automobiles, classic cars, sports cars and automotive enthusiasts. This month’s event benefits Meals on Wheels Sarasota.
Admission: Free.
Website: Mall at UTC
Shred Stock Event | City of Sarasota
- Shred Stock at The Bay
Time: 9 AM–noon.
Location: Van Wezel parking lot, 777 N. Tamiami Trail, Sarasota.
A community document-shredding event offering residents a convenient way to securely dispose of old personal papers and sensitive documents.
Admission: Free.
Website: The Bay Sarasota
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- Bradenton Public Market
Time: 9 AM–2 PM.
Location: Old Main Street and 12th Street West, downtown Bradenton.
Weekly outdoor market with fresh produce, local artwork, handmade products, food, music and family activities.
Admission: Free.
Website: Bradenton Public Market
Phone: Confirm through market organizer.
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- Main Street Market – Lakewood Ranch
Time: 10 AM–2 PM.
Location: 8100 Lakewood Ranch Main Street.
Outdoor shopping with local vendors, handcrafted products, gifts and specialty items. The monthly market runs during the fall and winter season.
Admission: Free.
Website: Lakewood Ranch
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Theatre and performing arts
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- Peter and the Starcatcher – Venice High School Theatre
Time: 7 PM Saturday.
Location: Venice Performing Arts Center, 1 Indian Avenue, Building 5, Venice.
A theatrical adventure telling the story of the events leading up to Peter Pan’s arrival in Neverland, with pirates, imagination and plenty of action.
Admission: Adults $15 plus $2 fee; students $10 plus $2 fee.
Website: Venice Performing Arts Center
Phone: 941-218-3779
- Freaky Friday – Venice Theatre
Time: 7:30 PM.
Location: Venice Theatre, 140 Tampa Avenue West, Venice.
A musical comedy about a mother and teenage daughter who magically switch bodies. They must navigate each other’s lives and discover a new appreciation for one another.
Admission: Approximately $19–$40.
Website: Venice Theatre
Phone: 941-488-1115
- Rootabaga Country – Sarasota Youth Opera
Time: 5 PM Saturday.
Location: Sarasota Opera House, 61 N. Pineapple Avenue, Sarasota.
A charming children’s opera inspired by Carl Sandburg’s Rootabaga Stories. A whimsical journey about family, imagination, courage and belonging.
Admission: Ticketed; check current seating prices.
Website: Sarasota Opera
Phone: 941-328-1300
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Florida Studio Theatre | Visit Sarasota County
- Murder, She Improvised – Florida Studio Theatre
Time: 7:30 PM Saturday listing.
Location: FST Bowne’s Lab, downtown Sarasota.
An improvised murder-mystery comedy where the performers create the story and solve the crime in front of the audience.
Admission: Ticketed; check box office.
Website: Florida Studio Theatre
Phone: 941-366-9000
- Voices of Azara – Azara Ballet
Time: 7 PM Saturday.
Location: Riverview High School Performing Arts Center, Sarasota.
The season opener features original choreography exploring relationships, identity, connection and the courage to follow one’s dreams.
Admission: Ticketed; check organizer.
Website: Sarasota Arts
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Concerts and live music – Saturday
Sarasota Orchestra – Masterworks
- Sarasota Orchestra – Beethoven & Prokofiev
Time: 7:30 PM Saturday.
Location: Van Wezel Performing Arts Hall, 777 N. Tamiami Trail, Sarasota.
A Masterworks concert featuring violinist Gil Shaham performing Beethoven’s Violin Concerto, alongside Prokofiev’s Fifth Symphony.
Admission: Tickets from approximately $43.
Website: Sarasota Orchestra
Phone: 941-263-6799
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- Sam Morrow Band
Time: 8 PM; doors at 7 PM.
Location: Fogartyville Community Media and Arts Center, 525 Kumquat Court, Sarasota.
Southern rock, blues, country influences and energetic guitar-driven music.
Admission: $30 general; $25 members; $15 students.
Website: Fogartyville / WSLR
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Pop’s Sunset Grill | Restaurants | Sarasota Magazine
- Live Music at Pop’s Sunset Grill
Location: 112 Circuit Road, Nokomis.
Saturday performers:
- Bobby Schneck – 9 AM
- Devin Starr – 1 PM
- The Smokin’ Pineapples – 5 PM
- TJ Hitt and The Main Event – 6 PM
Waterfront dining, outdoor music and a lively tiki atmosphere.
Admission: No cover listed.
Website: Pop’s Sunset Grill
Siesta Key Oyster Bar – Siesta Key Chamber of Commerce – Siesta Key, FL
- Siesta Key Oyster Bar – Live Music
Location: 5238 Ocean Boulevard, Siesta Key Village.
Saturday’s scheduled lineup:
- Jamie Tremps – 11 AM
- Patrick and Evan – 3 PM
- Mojo Rizin – 8 PM
A popular island gathering spot for food, drinks and live entertainment.
Admission: No cover listed.
Website: Siesta Key Oyster Bar
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Sharky’s On The Pier – Waterfront Dining -Venice, FL
- Mike and Susan Ashton – Sharky’s on the Pier
Time: 7 PM.
Location: Sharky’s on the Pier, 1600 Harbor Drive South, Venice.
Live musical entertainment at the popular waterfront restaurant overlooking the Gulf.
Admission: No cover listed.
Website: Sharky’s on the Pier
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- Messenger – Mattison’s City Grille
Time: 6 PM.
Location: Mattison’s City Grille, Bradenton Riverwalk.
Enjoy live music, waterfront surroundings and dining in downtown Bradenton.
Admission: No cover listed.
Website: Mattison’s
Sports and outdoor activities
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- 2026 Shark Tank SCM Meet
Dates: November 7–8.
Location: Sarasota Sharks competition venue; confirm pool location with the organizer.
A competitive swimming meet bringing together swimmers for races and age-group competition.
Admission: Spectator arrangements and fees to be confirmed.
Website: Sarasota County Sports
Phone: Check Sarasota Sharks.
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Ultimate Frisbee Tournament Comes to Sarasota | Sarasota Magazine
- Sarasota Sunset Ultimate Classic 2026
Dates: November 7–8.
Location: Premier Sports Campus, Lakewood Ranch.
Ultimate Frisbee tournament featuring teams competing in a weekend of athletic competition.
Admission: Check organizer for spectator information.
Website: Sarasota County Sports
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- Florida Inline Skating Marathon
Date: Saturday, November 7.
Location: Nathan Benderson Park, Sarasota.
An athletic skating event for inline skating enthusiasts. Check the organizer for race categories, start times and registration.
Admission: Participation and registration fees may apply.
Website: Nathan Benderson Park
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- Night Racing at Bradenton Motorsports Park
Date: Saturday listing; verify the November 7 race program.
Location: Bradenton Motorsports Park, 21000 State Road 64, Bradenton.
Drag racing, grudge racing and test passes under the lights.
Admission: A listing advertises approximately $20; children 12 and under free.
Website: Bradenton Motorsports Park
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Sunday, November 8
Family activities, festivals and community events
- Sarasota Medieval Fair – Sunday
Time: 9:45 AM–5:30 PM.
Location: Woods of Mallaranny, 29847 FL-70 E., Myakka City.
Opening weekend continues with jousting, medieval entertainment, games, rides, music, food and artisan shopping.
Admission: Ticketed; see Saturday listing.
Website: Sarasota Medieval Fair
Phone: 888-303-3247
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- Sundays at The Bay – The Pops Orchestra Brass Quintet
Time: 4:30–5:30 PM.
Location: The Oval at The Bay, 1055 Boulevard of the Arts, Sarasota.
An outdoor musical performance in Sarasota’s waterfront park. Bring a chair and enjoy an afternoon of music.
Admission: Free.
Website: The Bay Sarasota
Siesta Key Things To Do
All Faiths Food Bank presents signature fall events | Sarasota, FL Patch
- Bowls of Hope – 20th Anniversary
Time: 11 AM.
Location: Ed Smith Stadium, 2700 12th Street, Sarasota.
A community fundraiser benefiting All Faiths Food Bank. Guests select a handmade bowl and enjoy soups prepared by local restaurants. A wonderful opportunity to support the community.
Admission: Approximately $40.
Website: All Faiths Food Bank
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- RADD Sunday Market
Time: 10 AM–2 PM.
Location: Overtown Square Park, Rosemary District, Sarasota.
A neighborhood marketplace featuring local makers, artists, specialty goods and community vendors.
Admission: Free.
Website: RADD Sarasota
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Theatre, concerts and music
Giancarlo Guerrero Ignites Sarasota Orchestra – Jay Handelman – Berkshire Fine Arts
- Sarasota Orchestra – Beethoven & Prokofiev
Time: 2:30 PM.
Location: Van Wezel Performing Arts Hall, 777 N. Tamiami Trail, Sarasota.
The Sunday performance of the Masterworks program, with violinist Gil Shaham and conductor Giancarlo Guerrero.
Admission: From approximately $43.
Website: Sarasota Orchestra
Phone: 941-263-6799
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NOA – Rootabaga Country – Young People’s Opera Review
- Rootabaga Country – Sarasota Youth Opera
Time: Noon–1 PM.
Location: Sarasota Opera House, 61 N. Pineapple Avenue.
A family-friendly children’s opera filled with imaginative storytelling and music.
Admission: Ticketed.
Website: Sarasota Opera
Phone: 941-328-1300
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- Voices of Azara – Sunday Performance
Time: 2 PM.
Location: Riverview High School Performing Arts Center, Sarasota.
Original contemporary ballet works exploring relationships, personal identity and human connection.
Admission: Ticketed; check organizer.
Website: Sarasota Arts
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- The Strangeways – Live at Fogartyville
Time: 7 PM; doors at 6 PM.
Location: Fogartyville, 525 Kumquat Court, Sarasota.
Sunday evening concert presented by WSLR community radio.
Admission: $20 members; $25 general; $13 students.
Website:
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Pop’s Sunset Grill — Florida Beach Bar
- Vince Colaiocco – Pop’s Sunset Grill
Time: 10 AM.
Location: 112 Circuit Road, Nokomis.
Acoustic music to accompany Sunday brunch and waterfront dining.
Admission: Free entertainment; food and beverages extra.
Website: Pop’s Sunset Grill
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- Siesta Key Sunday Drum Circle
Time: Approximately 4 PM until sunset; seasonal timing varies.
Location: Siesta Beach, 948 Beach Road, Siesta Key.
A longstanding local tradition featuring drummers, dancers, spectators and a festive beach atmosphere as the sun goes down.
Admission: Free.
Website:
Phone: Sarasota County Parks, 941-861-5000
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Sunday live music at Siesta Key and surrounding communities
| Venue | Performer / entertainment | Time |
| Siesta Key Oyster Bar | Joey Levallee | 10 AM |
| Siesta Key Oyster Bar | Everyday People | 2 PM |
| Sniki Tiki, Captain Curt’s | Afternoon live music | 1–5 PM |
| Sniki Tiki, Captain Curt’s | Full band | 6–10 PM |
| Beach Club Siesta Key | Karaoke | 6 PM |
| Pop’s Sunset Grill | Vince Colaiocco | 10 AM |
Locations and schedules are from the published local entertainment calendars. Check the individual venues for any changes.
Farmers markets – the complete weekend roundup
These are the recurring markets I found scheduled for this weekend. Saturday is particularly good for market shopping, while Sunday offers several options around Siesta Key, Sarasota and Manatee County.
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- Sarasota Farmers Market
Saturday
Time: 7 AM–1 PM.
Location: 1 N. Lemon Avenue, downtown Sarasota.
Produce, flowers, prepared foods, artisan goods, local businesses and a lively downtown atmosphere.
Admission: Free.
Website: sarasotafarmersmarket.org
Phone: 941-225-9256
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- Central Sarasota Farmers Market
Saturday | 8 AM–1 PM.
Location: Florida House Institute, 4454 Beneva Road, Sarasota.
Local produce, specialty foods, crafts and small businesses.
Admission: Free to browse.
Website: Florida House
- Newtown Farmers Market
Saturday | 10 AM–1 PM.
Location: Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Memorial Park, 2523 Cocoanut Avenue, Sarasota.
Fresh produce, local products, food and opportunities to support neighborhood businesses.
Admission: Free.
Website: Newtown Farmers Market
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- Venice Farmers Market
Saturday | 8 AM–noon.
Location: 238 Tampa Avenue West, downtown Venice.
A traditional community market with fresh produce, baked goods, flowers, handmade crafts and local vendors.
Admission: Free.
Website: Venice Farmers Market
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- Bradenton Public Market
Saturday | 9 AM–2 PM.
Location: Old Main Street and 12th Street West, Bradenton.
Fresh produce, food, local artwork and family activities.
Admission: Free.
Website: Realize Bradenton
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- Siesta Key Farmers Market
Sunday | 9 AM–noon.
Location: Siesta Key Village Plaza, Ocean Boulevard, Siesta Key.
A popular island market featuring fresh produce, organic items, prepared foods, gifts, crafts and local vendors.
Admission: Free to browse.
Website: Siesta Key Farmers Market
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- Mixon Farms Market
Sunday | 9 AM–2 PM.
Location: Mixon Fruit Farms, 2525 27th Street East, Bradenton.
Seasonal Sunday market featuring vendors, produce, specialty products and the atmosphere of a working Florida fruit farm.
Admission: Free market browsing; purchases extra.
Website: Mixon Fruit Farms
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Farmers’ Market – Lakewood Ranch
- Farmers’ Market at Lakewood Ranch
Sunday | 10 AM–2 PM.
Location: Lakewood Ranch Main Street.
Local produce, baked goods, specialty foods, vendors and live music.
Admission: Free.
Website: Lakewood Ranch
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- Coquina Beach Market
Sunday | 10 AM–2 PM.
Location: 1800 Gulf Drive South, Bradenton Beach.
Outdoor beachside marketplace with crafts, gifts, clothing, art and specialty products.
Admission: Free.
Website: Coquina Beach
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- Meadows Farmers Market
Sunday | 10 AM–2 PM.
Location: 5041 Ringwood Meadow, Building G2, Sarasota.
A neighborhood market with local products, produce and small-business vendors.
Admission: Free to browse.
Website: Check SWFL Markets for current vendor information.
Seasonal market note: The Phillippi Farmhouse Market is an important Sarasota-area market, but it operates on Wednesdays, not during this Friday–Sunday weekend. Its season runs November through March, generally 9 AM–2 PM at Phillippi Estate Park, 5500 S. Tamiami Trail.
Other things to do throughout the weekend
These are attractions and destinations worth including even when there isn’t a separately advertised special event.
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- Phillippi Estate Park
Location: 5500 S. Tamiami Trail, Sarasota.
Hours: 6 AM–9 PM listed park hours.
Explore the historic Edson Keith Mansion grounds, creekside trails, fishing pier, playground and picnic areas.
Admission: Free park access.
Website: Sarasota County Parks
Phone: 941-316-1309
Discovering Sarasota’s Marine Wonders: A Family Adventure at Mote Marine
- Mote SEA Aquarium
Location: 225 University Town Center Drive, Sarasota.
Explore sharks, rays, marine animals and interactive exhibits. A good family destination.
Admission: Ticketed; see website.
Website: Mote SEA
Phone: 941-388-4441
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- Bishop Museum of Science and Nature
Location: 201 10th Street West, Bradenton.
Visit the planetarium, explore natural history exhibits and discover the museum’s science and environmental displays.
Admission: Ticketed; planetarium programs may have separate admission.
Website: Bishop Museum
Phone: 941-746-4131
No separate November 6–8 special planetarium event was confirmed in the listings reviewed.
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- The Ringling Museum of Art
Location: 5401 Bay Shore Road, Sarasota.
Explore the art museum, Circus Museum, Ca’ d’Zan mansion and beautiful bayfront grounds.
Admission: Varies by attraction; check admission information.
Website: The Ringling
Phone: 941-359-5700
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- Siesta Beach
Location: 948 Beach Road, Siesta Key.
Swimming, beach volleyball, walking, playground, spectacular sunsets and the Sunday drum circle.
Admission: Free.
Website: Visit Sarasota
Phone: 941-861-5000
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- Oscar Scherer State Park
Location: 1843 S. Tamiami Trail, Osprey.
Nature trails, kayaking, wildlife viewing, fishing and opportunities to explore Florida’s natural environment.
Admission: State park admission applies.
Website: Florida State Parks
Phone: 941-483-5956
Theatre and performance venues – additional schedules
These are the major organizations worth checking for additional weekend performances:
| Venue | November 6–8 information | Website / phone |
| Asolo Repertory Theatre | No additional performance confirmed in the weekend listings reviewed. | Asolo Rep / 941-351-8000 |
| Florida Studio Theatre | Murder, She Improvised; American Rebels cabaret is also in season. | FST / 941-366-9000 |
| Venice Theatre | Freaky Friday, Friday and Saturday evening. | Venice Theatre / 941-488-1115 |
| Venice Performing Arts Center | Peter and the Starcatcher: Friday 7 PM, Saturday 7 PM, Sunday 2 PM. | VPAC / 941-218-3779 |
| Sarasota Opera | Rootabaga Country Saturday and Sunday. | Sarasota Opera / 941-328-1300 |
| Van Wezel | Sarasota Orchestra Saturday and Sunday. | Van Wezel / 941-263-6799 |
| Bishop Planetarium | Check individual planetarium showtimes. | Bishop Museum / 941-746-4131 |
Additional event calendars and live music resources
For your ongoing community event coverage, these are particularly useful because schedules are updated regularly:
- The Weekly Wave – Sarasota and Bradenton live music
- Sarasota Arts – Arts and entertainment calendar
- Sarasota County Sports
- Manatee County events
- Venice Performing Arts Center
Weekend planning at a glance
| Day | Best bets |
| Friday, Nov. 6 | Music on Main, Hispanic Festival activities, Fogartyville, Waterside Place |
| Saturday, Nov. 7 | Medieval Fair, Ferraris on the Circle, Hispanic Festival, farmers markets, theatre and concerts |
| Sunday, Nov. 8 | Medieval Fair, farmers markets, Sarasota Orchestra, Rootabaga Country, The Bay, drum circle |
