

Kelly Quigley on Sarasota
I love that there is always something to do, fun to be had, and food for the body and the mind in our region. I hope you'll find this a great source of information about Sarasota and beyond.
More to love
Sarasota named one of the Best 100 Places in the World by Time Magazine, 2021
Sarasota ranked #1 Best City to Retire
(U.S. News Report 2021)
Siesta Key Beach named #2 in the nation
(Tripadvisor 2021)

MAY 2022
EVENT HIGHLIGHTS
For more, visit Sarasota Magazine's event calendar
LET'S KEEP IN TOUCH!
Sarasota Blues & BBQ Festival: May 6
4-10 pm, free at Robarts Arena,
3000 Ringling Blvd at Fruitville Rd, Sarasota
Relay for Life, May 7
Support for American Cancer Society, 3-9 pm at Nathan Benderson Park, Sarasota.
Learn more...
Florida Festival Polonaise, May 14, 3-9 pm
The largest Polish-American Festival at JD Hamel Park in Downtown Sarasota
St Armands Seafood & Music Festival, May 20-22
Food and family fun! Free admission. Friday 4-10 pm, Sat & Sun, 11 am-6 pm
International Dragon Boat Festival, May 21
Check out an incredible lineup of boats and yachts at Marina Jacks, downtown Sarasota at the bay. Learn More...
St. Armands Fine Art Festival, May 28-29
Be inspired by beautiful art to view and purchase. Sat & Sun 2-9 pm
Savor Sarasota June 1-14
Summer specials at Sarasota Restaurants - visit them all! Learn More
KELLY'S FAVORITE FOOD FINDS IN SARASOTA
Check out Sarasota Magazine's best takeout food
ONLY SARASOTA!
Learn more at VisitSarasota.com or Arts & Culture Alliance of Sarasota County.
We are thrilled to get out and about once again.

Van Wezel
A world of great music, dance, theater, comedy & entertainment. More

Sarasota Opera
Witness high-caliber live performances at the Opera House

The Ringling
Explore world-renowned art and architecture at the Ringling Museum

Farmers Markets
Freshest fun! Click here to find your favorite.

Shopping
St Armands Circle to University Town Center, the perfect find awaits!

Selby Gardens
A globally renowned living museum on 15 acres along the shores of Sarasota Bay

Attractions
Meet a manatee at Mote Marine Aquarium, the guardians of the sea

Sports Fans
Spring training means baseball games and Baltimore Orioles! Visit their website

Recreation
Kayak, wind surfing charter fishing, water sports, and year-round activities. More