Local Events
There’s More To Do!
-
Venice Tours
Whether you’re traveling by foot, bicycle, golf cart, or trolley, there’s so much to explore in the city on the gulf!
-
Sarasota Tours
Learn about the city’s history, take in the sights, and enjoy time with family and friends!
-
Happy Capys
Suncoast Humane Society hosts Capybara Snacks and Snuggles Tuesdays - Sundays at 10am and 3pm!
-
Venice Theatre's Production of Emma
Venice Theatre performs Emma from April 24 - May 10!
Wellen Park Night Market
Visit the Wellen Park Night Market and browse goods such as home decor, fashion, art, and food made by local artists!
2nd Thursday of each month from 6-9pm in Downtown Wellen Park.
North Port Book Swap
The North Port Book Swap is on Friday, April 10! From April 6-9, drop off used books, audio books, board games, Blue-Rays, and complete puzzles in good condition to receive credits you can use at the April 10th Book Swap!
Occasions live at TJ Carney's (Venice)
Occasions rock band performs live at TJ Carney's on Friday, April 10!
Candlelight: Tribute to The Beatles
Enjoy a Candlelight Concert tribute to The Beatles on Friday, April 10 at St. Boniface Episcopal Church!
*Tickets required.
40 Annual Run for the Turtles
The 40th Annual Run for the Turtles is on Saturday, April 11! This race helps support Mote’s Sea Turtle Conservation & Research Program.
*Tickets required. Virtual race registration available - run where you are!
Venice Sharks Tooth Festival
The Venice Sharks Tooth Festival is on Saturday, April 11 and Sunday, April 12! Enjoy fun activities, live music, and food!
Wellen Park Family Fun Day
Wellen Park’s Family Fun Day is on Saturday, April 11! Enjoy carnival games, face painting, fireworks, and more!
Occasions live at Solis Hall (Family Fun Day at Wellen Park)
Occasions rock band performs live on Family Fun Day at Downtown Wellen Park!
Venice Area Orchid Society Member Plant Sale
The Venice Area Orchid Society Member Plant Sale is on Saturday, April 11!
Venice Sharks Tooth Festival
The Venice Sharks Tooth Festival is on Saturday, April 11 and Sunday, April 12! Enjoy fun activities, live music, and food!
Paint Away VII: Create a Full-On Monet in this Paint Away (evening session)
Paint a masterpiece at Shannon Staub Library on Monday, April 13! All skill levels welcome.
*Registration required.
Crystal Bowl Sound Bath
Enjoy a peaceful crystal bowl sound bath at North Port Library on Tuesday, April 14!
*Registration required.
Sarasota Uncorked: Sarasota Art Museum - Bistro
Sarasota Uncorked is on Tuesday, April 14 at the Sarasota Art Museum! Enjoy wine tasting gourmet cheeses.
Centennial Park Rededication Ceremony
The Centennial Park Rededication Ceremony is on Wednesday, April 15!
Adult Coloring
Enjoy an afternoon of coloring for adults at Shannon Staub Library on Wednesday, April 15!
*Supplies provided.
Rip Tide and the Stingrays - an evening of Jazz
Rip Tide and the Stingrays performs on Thursday, April 16!
Wellen Park Dueling Pianos Night
Dueling Pianos in Downtown Wellen Park takes place every 3rd Thursday of the month at Solis Hall from 6pm-10pm.
Suncoast Boat Show
Watch a variety of boats on display and enjoy family friendly activities at the Suncoast Boat Show from April 17-19!
*Tickets required.
DANCELAND - Pop-up Dance Concert
Enjoy a Pop-up Dance Concert at Centennial Park on Friday, April 17!
North Port Great American Cleanup
The North Port Great American Cleanup is on Saturday, April 18!
*Registration required.
North Port Collector Con
North Port Collector Con is at Suncoast Technical College on Saturday, April 18! Proceeds benefit Suncoast Technical College.
North Port 2026 Hurricane Expo
The North Port 2026 Hurricane Expo is on Saturday, April 18!
Suncoast Boat Show
Watch a variety of boats on display and enjoy family friendly activities at the Suncoast Boat Show from April 17-19!
*Tickets required.
Fire & Police Public Safety Day
Venice Fire & Police Public Safety Day is on Saturday, April 18! This is a family-friendly event with fun activities for kids.
Suncoast Humane Society at Ace Hardware
Suncoast Humane Society is doing a meet and greet with their friendly dogs and puppies at Ace Hardware in Wellen Park the 3rd Saturday of every month from 11am to 2pm!
Suncoast Boat Show
Watch a variety of boats on display and enjoy family friendly activities at the Suncoast Boat Show from April 17-19!
*Tickets required.
Top Of The World - Last Chance - Karen Carpenter
Top Of The World, Last Chance, and Karen Carpenter perform at Centennial Park on Sunday, April 19!
Gulf Coast Mineral Fossil and Gem Club Meeting
The Gulf Coast Mineral Fossil and Gem Club meets the third Monday of each month, and everyone is welcome! The goal of the club is to: “promote, educate, and instruct in the many fields of earth sciences, fossil and mineral specimen collecting, and jewelry design.”
Remake Learning: 10 Recipes in 10 Minutes with Chef Warren
Catch 10 Recipes in 10 Minutes with Chef Warren at Jacaranda Library on Tuesday, April 21! All ages are welcome.
*Registration required.
Beginning Yoga for Teens
Beginning Yoga for Teens is at Shannon Staub Library on Wednesday, April 22!
*Registration required.
Morning Brew Coffee Club + Book Swap
Start your morning off right with Morning Brew Coffee Club + Book Swap at Jacaranda Library on Thursday, April 23! Enjoy coffee, crosswords, coloring, and book swapping!
Watercolor Meditation
Enjoy a Watercolor Meditation session at Venice Library on Friday, April 24!
*Registration required.
Spring Fling Skim Jam
The 6th Annual Spring Fling Skim Jam is on Saturday, April 25 and Sunday, April 26!
North Port National Park RX Day
North Port National Park RX Day is on Saturday, April 25! Enjoy the health benefits of walking in nature.
*This year National Park RX Day is a fee-free day in U.S. National Parks.
Sarasota Taco & Tequila Bar Crawl: 6th Annual
The 6th Annual Sarasota Taco & Tequila Bar Crawl is on Saturday, April 25!
*Tickets required.
Mark Jarison and Friends Folk Music Concert
Mark Jarison and Friends Folk Music Concert is at Centennial Park on Saturday, April 25!
Sharky's Ride the Beaches
Sharky's Ride the Beaches is on Sunday, April 26! This event supports three charities: Team Tony, Friends of the Legacy Trail, and The Livestrong Foundation.
Spring Fling Skim Jam
The 6th Annual Spring Fling Skim Jam is on Saturday, April 25 and Sunday, April 26!
Dare to Dream, Shirley St. John
Shirley St. John performs songs from her album Dare to Dream at Centennial Park on Sunday, April 26!
Venice Coin & Currency Club Meeting
The Venice Coin & Currency Club meets the 4th Monday of each month.
Felting : Flowers at the Artistic Flip Flop
Create felt flowers at The Artistic Flip Flop on Tuesday, April 28!
*Registration required.
Creation Station Craft - Embroider a Hand Towel (Session 1)
Get creative and embroider a hand towel using an embroidery machine at Shannon Staub Library on Wednesday, April 29!
*Registration required.
Remake Learning: Delicious Science With Sub Zero
Watch how ice cream is made using liquid nitrogen in this fun demonstration for all ages at Shannon Staub Library on Thursday, April 30!
*Registration required.
Monthly City Bicycle Ride
The Monthly City Bicycle Ride is the second Thursday of the month, October through April! The ride follows a 7 mile route and is led by City Bicycle Pedestrian Coordinator Darlene Culpepper.
*RSVP required.
Bistro Pop-Up Night at Sarasota Art Museum
Bistro Pop-Up Night at Sarasota Art Museum is on Wednesday, April 8! Catch a tour of the museum and enjoy a 4-course meal!
*Tickets required.
Beachy Resin Tray at the Artistic Flip Flop
Create a Beachy Resin Tray at the Artistic Flip Flop on Wednesday, April 8!
*Registration required.
Conversations with Artists: Panel Talk
Conversations with Artists: Panel Talk is on Tuesday, April 7 at Art Ovation Hotel! Connect with artists, watch a live demo, and more!
*Tickets required.
Jewelry Basics with Judy Levine (session 1)
Make your own beaded necklace at Shannon Staub Library on Tuesday, April 7!
*Registration required.
Upcycled Paper Earrings at the Artistic Flip Flop
Create Upcycled Paper Earrings at the Artistic Flip Flop on Monday, April 6!
*Registration required.
Venice Dance Salsa & Bachata
Dance Salsa & Bachata at the Centennial Park Gazebo on Sunday, April 5!
Venice Fool's Run 5K
The Venice Fool’s Run 5K is on Saturday, April 4!
*Registration required.
North Port CPR Classes with Fire Rescue
North Port Fire Rescue CPR Classes are on Saturday, April 4! Learn Hands-only CPR, how to use an AED, and how to perform the Heimlich maneuver. This is a free class, but registration is required.
Venice Eggstravaganza Easter Egg Hunt
Venice’s Eggstravaganza Easter Egg Hunt is on Saturday, April 4! Kids can hunt for easter eggs, enjoy live music, and meet the Easter Bunny!
First Fridays – NoFilter Performs Live
NoFilter comes to Downtown Wellen Park on Friday, April 4.
Schedule:
6:00pm-6:50pm: Opener Musician
7:00pm-8:15pm: No Filter Performs
8:15pm-8:30pm: Break
8:30pm-10:00pm: No Filter Performs
No RSVP required.
Good Friday at the Sarasota Fairgrounds
Good Friday at the Sarasota Fairgrounds is on Friday, April 3! Enjoy live music, a one-of-a-kind easter egg hunt, food trucks, face painting, a rock climbing wall, and more!
*This is a free event.
Sounds of Sinatra and more
Sounds of Sinatra and more performs at Centennial Park on Thursday, April 2!
Art, Actually (Sarasota)
Art Center Sarasota’s Art, Actually speaker series continues on Wednesday, April 1! Learn about the importance of art in Sarasota.
Blood Drive at Venice City Hall
There will be a Blood Drive at Venice City Hall on Wednesday, April 1 from 10 am to 4 pm.
Line Dancing at Downtown Wellen Park
Everyone who enjoys line dancing (or wants to give it a try) is welcome to join in Downtown Wellen Park’s Line Dancing event every last Tuesday of the month! You can reserve a spot or get in on the fun as a walk-in.
The Learning Table "Doc Talks" featuring Millennium Physician Group
Millennium Physician Group is partnering with the Golden Girls Solutions to present a powerful afternoon of education, connection, and community.
🎟️ FREE Community Event
🗓️ Tuesday, March 31st
⏰ 11:00 AM – 2:00 PM
📍 Venice Community Center
🍽️ Lunch Provided
We’ll be joined by:
🦴 Susan Clyne, DO - Osteoporosis & Fall Prevention
❤️ Sheeba Mesghali, MD - Heart Health
🩺 Rebecca Mertz, APRN - The Inflammation Reset: Reclaiming Health & Vitality
If you or someone you love wants to better understand inflammation, heart health, bone strength, and fall prevention - this event is for you. Education empowers families and informed decisions create better outcomes.
📞 RSVP required: (941) 500-4393 or via this link https://www.eventbrite.com/e/learning-table-doc-talks-featuring-millennium-physician-group-tickets-1984326009511?aff=ebdssbdestsearch
Seats will fill quickly - call today to reserve yours!
Crystal Stark's Tribute to Whitney
Crystal Stark's Tribute to Whitney is on Monday, March 30!
*Tickets required.
36th Annual AACA Antique Classic Car Show
The 36th Annual AACA Antique Classic Car Show is on Sunday, March 29!
Jared's Live Music at Centennial Park
Jared plays live 1960s-2000s classic rock at Centennial Park on Saturday, March 28!
Venice Book Fair & Writer's Festival
Venice Book Fair & Writer's Festival is on Saturday, March 28!
Candlelight: Coldplay & Imagine Dragons
A Candlelight Concert featuring songs from Coldplay & Imagine Dragons takes place on Friday, March 27 at St. Boniface Episcopal Church!
*Tickets required.
Jared's Live Music at Centennial Park
Jared plays live 1960s-2000s classic rock at Centennial Park on Thursday, March 26!
Venice E-Bike Safety Class
E-Bike Safety Class at the Venice Community Center is on Wednesday, March 25!
*Registration required by March 20. $25 registration fee will be refunded to each participant after the program is completed.
Venetian Cup Regatta
The Venice Youth Boating Association's annual Venetian Cup regatta is on Wednesday, March 25!
Superstar Spring Salads Class
Superstar Spring Salads Class is in session on Tuesday, March 24 at Venice Olive Oil Company!
*Registration required.
Venice Coin & Currency Club Meeting
The Venice Coin & Currency Club meets the 4th Monday of each month.
Venice Blues, Rock, Reggae & BBQ
Venice Blues, Rock, Reggae & BBQ is March 20-22! Enjoy live music, live mural painting, vendors, food trucks, and more.
*Tickets required.
Venice Blues, Rock, Reggae & BBQ
Venice Blues, Rock, Reggae & BBQ is March 20-22! Enjoy live music, live mural painting, vendors, food trucks, and more.
*Tickets required.