# Events & Things To Do In Sarasota on 8th May 2026 - **Subtitle**: Discover the best events and activities in Sarasota on 8th May 2026. From live concerts to art exhibitions, find the perfect thing to do for an unforgettable day out. - **Category**: ## About Discover the best events and activities in Sarasota on 8th May 2026. From live concerts to art exhibitions, find the perfect thing to do for an unforgettable day out. ## Events in Sarasota - **Event Name**: Herbie Hancock - **Description**: ๐ŸŒŸ Be part of history at Herbie Hancock, an extraordinary gathering that will captivate your imagination! ๐Ÿ›๏ธ The prestigious Van Wezel Performing Arts Hall in Sarasota, FL sets the stage f - **Interested Audience**: - Count: 1 - **Date**: Fri May 08 2026 at 07:00 pm โ€“ Fri May 08 2026 at 09:00 pm (-05:00) - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/sarasota/herbie-hancock/2300029375673340 - **Venue**: Van Wezel Performing Arts Hall - **Banner**: https://cdn-ip.allevents.in/s/rs:fill:500:250/g:sm/sh:100/aHR0cHM6Ly9jZG4tYXouYWxsZXZlbnRzLmluL2V2ZW50czcvYmFubmVycy8zZDFiZmRjMC1kYzdlLTExZjAtODI0NS1hOTllMGM2OGRjYjUtcmltZy13Nzc0LWgxMTQ3LWRjZDdkN2Q3LWdtaXIuanBnP3Y9MTc2NjEwOTUyMA.avif - **Categories**: performances, entertainment, art - **Event Name**: Almost Eagles - **Description**: Almost Eagles captures the sound of legendary iconic rock band - The Eagles in an unforgettable live concert experience. Almost Eagles recreates the signature four-part vocal harmonies, seasoned guitar leads and soaring slide guitar with authenticity, pas - **Interested Audience**: - Count: 789 - **Date**: Fri May 08 2026 at 07:00 pm (-04:00) - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/sarasota/almost-eagles/200029707821349 - **Venue**: Van Wezel Performing Arts Hall - **Banner**: https://cdn-ip.allevents.in/s/rs:fill:500:250/g:sm/sh:100/aHR0cHM6Ly9jZG4tYXouYWxsZXZlbnRzLmluL2V2ZW50czEwL2Jhbm5lcnMvNDcxZjQ2MzRlNTk0MGQ4NjJhMjU2MzE4NTYyOWQ0ZmYyNTE3MTIzYjYzNzAzNmJjZTcwMDM5NmVlMjcwNWQ3Ni1yaW1nLXcxMjAwLWg1NjYtZGMwMTAxMDEtZ21pcj92PTE3NzQ5NTcyMzY.avif - **Categories**: music, entertainment, concerts, performances - **Event Name**: Fearless - The Tayor Swift Experince - **Description**: ๐ŸŒŸ Step into a world of wonder at Fearless - The Tayor Swift Experince, where extraordinary moments await! ๐Ÿ›๏ธ Located at Encore LIVE in dynamic Sarasota, FL, this event will become the tal - **Date**: Fri May 08 2026 at 07:00 pm โ€“ Fri May 08 2026 at 09:00 pm (-05:00) - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/sarasota/fearless-the-tayor-swift-experince/2300029884577323 - **Venue**: Encore LIVE - **Banner**: https://cdn-ip.allevents.in/s/rs:fill:500:250/g:sm/sh:100/aHR0cHM6Ly9jZG4tYXouYWxsZXZlbnRzLmluL2V2ZW50czQvYmFubmVycy80NGQwZDM4MC0yZTI1LTExZjEtYTc5Ni0yNTM3M2ExODNiODUtcmltZy13OTAwLWgxMTY1LWRjZmZmZmZmLWdtaXIuanBnP3Y9MTc3NTA4NzMwMw.avif - **Event Name**: Candlelight: The Best of Hans Zimmer - **Description**: โœจ Experience the magic of Candlelight: The Best of Hans Zimmer, where moments become memories that last a lifetime! ๐Ÿ›๏ธ The iconic St. Boniface Episcopal Church in Sarasota, FL sets the pe - **Date**: Fri May 08 2026 at 07:00 pm (-05:00) - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/sarasota/candlelight-the-best-of-hans-zimmer/2300029799274220 - **Venue**: St. Boniface Episcopal Church - **Banner**: https://cdn-ip.allevents.in/s/rs:fill:500:250/g:sm/sh:100/aHR0cHM6Ly9jZG4tYXouYWxsZXZlbnRzLmluL2V2ZW50czIvYmFubmVycy9jMzdiZmQ2MC0yZGE2LTExZjEtODYyNy1mN2M3MTNjNWE2NjQtcmltZy13MTIwMC1oNTE0LWRjMDUwNTA0LWdtaXIuanBnP3Y9MTc3NTAzMjk2OQ.avif - **Categories**: candlelight-concerts - **Event Name**: Kash'd Out with SensaMotion, Beach Fly - **Description**: Kash'd Out back at Big Top May 8th!About this EventFlorida-based reggae/rock band Kashโ€™d Out has been hustling hard since day one. Formed when - **Date**: Fri May 08 2026 at 07:00 pm โ€“ Fri May 08 2026 at 10:00 pm (-04:00) - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/sarasota/kashd-out-with-sensamotion-beach-fly/100001985409723930 - **Venue**: Big Top Brewing Company (Fruitville Commons) - **Banner**: https://cdn-ip.allevents.in/s/rs:fill:500:250/g:sm/sh:100/aHR0cHM6Ly9jZG4tYXouYWxsZXZlbnRzLmluL2V2ZW50czgvYmFubmVycy82OTEwY2M4ZDhiNWIyY2ZlOWMzNzE4ZTg3ZTIzOWU4NGE5YWU1YzI5NTYzMDgxYjk2Mzc5YTY0YTlkOGQ2NzJhLXJpbWctdzEyMDAtaDY3NS1kYzJmMWMxNS1nbWlyLmpwZz92PTE3NzQwNTE0MjI.avif - **Price**: USD 34 to 62 - **Categories**: Music, Entertainment - **Event Name**: Best Adapted Book Club Reads "Remarkably Bright Creatures" - **Description**: The Best Adapted Book Club is led by Sammi Snow. We read the books behind the movies, before they hit the big screen this Oscar season!About this EventThe Best Adapted Book Club focuses on books on t - **Date**: Fri May 08 2026 at 05:30 pm โ€“ Fri May 08 2026 at 06:30 pm (-04:00) - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/sarasota/best-adapted-book-club-reads-remarkably-bright-creatures/100001986344763659 - **Venue**: Bookstore1Sarasota - **Banner**: https://cdn-ip.allevents.in/s/rs:fill:500:250/g:sm/sh:100/aHR0cHM6Ly9jZG4tYXouYWxsZXZlbnRzLmluL2V2ZW50czcvYmFubmVycy8zZDc5MjlkMWY3NDNhYjAyOTJkMjIxOGNjYmNjNWU2YWVmN2UzODg4MWY0YWU1MDBiYTc0MjZmMjk3ZTkyMDI1LXJpbWctdzEyMDAtaDYwMC1kYzhlOGY4Ny1nbWlyLmpwZz92PTE3NzUwODc4NzU.avif - **Price**: USD 24 - **Categories**: Entertainment, Art, Meetups, literary-art - **Event Name**: North American LEAD 15 Retreat - Registration for Accepted Participants - **Description**: Registration for accepted participants of North American LEAD 15.About this EventCongratulations on being accepted into North American LEAD 15!Weโ€™re excited to welcome you to this yearโ€™s r - **Date**: Fri May 08 2026 at 08:30 am โ€“ Sun May 10 2026 at 06:00 pm (-04:00) - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/sarasota/north-american-lead-15-retreat-registration-for-accepted-participants/100001777979678079 - **Venue**: Church of the Trinity MCC - **Banner**: https://cdn-ip.allevents.in/s/rs:fill:500:250/g:sm/sh:100/aHR0cHM6Ly9jZG4tYXouYWxsZXZlbnRzLmluL2V2ZW50czcvYmFubmVycy9mYjUzZWQxNDFhOTQzNTE1ZTFhOGQ5NjMyMDEyNzQ4YmZmMzM2OGZiODI2N2Q0ZTU5Y2U1ZmVkMDRjM2VhNGVmLXJpbWctdzEyMDAtaDYwMC1kY2ZmZmZmZi1nbWlyLmpwZz92PTE3NjAxODc2ODA.avif - **Price**: USD 400 - **Categories**: workshops ## Trending Events in Sarasota - **Event Name**: Sarasota Scavenger Hunt For Couples - SHOW LOVE (Date Night!!) - **Description**: CITY LOVE SCAVENGER HUNT Date For Couples (Self-Guided) Enjoy your city scavenger hunt with fun digital activities along the way!About this Eventhttps://youtu.be/-2gjHn9I0_cCITY LOVE SCAVENGER HUNT FOR COUPLES - **Venue**: Recommended scavenger starting point or other city spot of your choice! (YOU MUST USE PDF TICKETS EMAILED FOR EVENT- NO MOBILE APP OR QR CODES ACCEPTED) - **Banner**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events7/banners/9d0914d8cca1309c0984c5e5cf7ea1cfd761c7f551948e98044b3e47221e77d7-rimg-w1200-h660-dc171816-gmir.jpg?v=1758481913 - **Event Name**: Jerry Seinfeld - **Description**: โœจ Discover the extraordinary at Jerry Seinfeld, where magic meets reality in ways you've never imagined! ๐Ÿ›๏ธ Set in Van Wezel Performing Arts Hall nestled in bustling Sarasota, FL, this ev - **Venue**: Van Wezel Performing Arts Hall - **Banner**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events6/banners/46659d30-8514-11f0-b15a-8335623d5df9-rimg-w1200-h458-dc010101-gmir.jpg?v=1756498257 - **Event Name**: Jerry Seinfeld at Van Wezel Performing Arts Hall - **Description**: ๐ŸŒŸ Step into a world of wonder at Jerry Seinfeld at Van Wezel Performing Arts Hall, where extraordinary moments await! ๐Ÿ›๏ธ Located at Van Wezel Performing Arts Hall in dynamic Sarasota, FL - **Venue**: Van Wezel Performing Arts Hall - **Banner**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events2/banners/bc1d05e0-2758-11f1-96d6-b101af5a0325-rimg-w1200-h550-dcffffff-gmir.jpg?v=1774339749 - **Event Name**: Suncoast Largest Food Truck Festival 9 - **Description**: Get ready to feast at Suncoast Largest Food Truck Festival 9โ€”yummy bites and good vibes unite!About this EventSuncoast Largest Food Truck Festival 9Get ready for a fun day at The Mall at Unive - **Venue**: The Mall at University Town Center - **Banner**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events10/banners/15b6a61de9950844cf67bc16b4bcc4413f0d7d4ea89f4152ad7c57650fc03b42-rimg-w1200-h675-dcd6d5d8-gmir.jpg?v=1772269475 - **Event Name**: Vince Gill โ€“ Sarasota - **Description**: Country music legend Vince Gill brings his 2026 tour to Sarasota for an intimate evening at the Van Wezel Performing Arts Hall. Known for his warm vocals, masterful guitar playing, and heartfelt songwriting, Gill continues to captivate audiences with perf - **Venue**: Vince Gill โ€“ Sarasota, FL - **Banner**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events8/banners/697ef748c4ce1fc79720246435c961621f2e81cf0d13a0d2ab9585176b6f2d7e-rimg-w1200-h675-dc334343-gmir?v=1775176184 - **Event Name**: Herbie Hancock - **Description**: ๐ŸŒŸ Be part of history at Herbie Hancock, an extraordinary gathering that will captivate your imagination! ๐Ÿ›๏ธ The prestigious Van Wezel Performing Arts Hall in Sarasota, FL sets the stage f - **Venue**: Van Wezel Performing Arts Hall - **Banner**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events7/banners/3d1bfdc0-dc7e-11f0-8245-a99e0c68dcb5-rimg-w774-h1147-dcd7d7d7-gmir.jpg?v=1766109520 - **Event Name**: Vince Gill 50 Years From Home - **Description**: One of the most celebrated artists in modern country music, Vince Gill is renowned for his exceptional songwriting, world-class guitar playing, and warm tenor. He broke through in 1990 with โ€œWhen I Call Your Name,โ€ earning CMA Single and Song of the Year - **Venue**: Van Wezel Performing Arts Hall - **Banner**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events4/banners/50ace0ea11948dab261c0f2da88a06a3773844cc98abd28b7676116612a696d3-rimg-w1200-h550-dc050201-gmir?v=1774874131 - **Event Name**: Easter Grand Ballroom Brunch - **Description**: The Ritz-Carlton, Sarasotaโ€™s Easter Grand Ballroom Brunch offers guests an abundance of spring favorites including multiple carving stations, a caviar and raw bar, artisanal cheese and charcuterie, a made-to-order waffle station, a variety of salads, a st - **Venue**: 1111 Ritz-Carlton Drive, Sarasota, FL 34236 - **Banner**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events5/banners/fd235375e3b0ef969a8654c5d776fca3e70083a611e96570762f623c191f8ccb-rimg-w1200-h800-dce6d8a6-gmir?v=1774900047 - **Event Name**: Kevin Nealon at McCurdys Comedy Theatre - **Description**: ๐ŸŽ‰ Welcome to Kevin Nealon at McCurdys Comedy Theatre, where the impossible becomes possible and dreams take flight! ๐Ÿ›๏ธ Join us at McCurdys Comedy Theatre in the heart of Sarasota, FL for - **Venue**: McCurdys Comedy Theatre - **Banner**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events5/banners/7fded1c0-0c42-11f1-9d1a-cbb202d0aa19-rimg-w1080-h1350-dc010101-gmir.png?v=1771361518 ## FAQs - **Q**: What are the top events in Sarasota? - **A:** Herbie Hancock (Fri May 08 2026 at 07:00 pm at Van Wezel Performing Arts Hall), Almost Eagles (Fri May 08 2026 at 07:00 pm at Van Wezel Performing Arts Hall), Fearless - The Tayor Swift Experince (Fri May 08 2026 at 07:00 pm at Encore LIVE), Candlelight: The Best of Hans Zimmer (Fri May 08 2026 at 07:00 pm at St. Boniface Episcopal Church), Kash'd Out with SensaMotion, Beach Fly (Fri May 08 2026 at 07:00 pm at Big Top Brewing Company (Fruitville Commons)). - **Q**: How can I find events in Sarasota? - **A:** You can discover upcoming events in Sarasota on AllEvents.in. Browse by date, venue, or price to find events that match your interests. - **Q**: How do I buy tickets for events in Sarasota? - **A:** You can buy tickets directly through AllEvents.in. Many events offer online booking with options for free, paid, and early-bird tickets. - **Q**: What are the popular venues for events in Sarasota? - **A:** Some popular venues hosting events in Sarasota include Van Wezel Performing Arts Hall, Encore LIVE, St. Boniface Episcopal Church. - **Q**: What is the price range for events in Sarasota? - **A:** Prices for events in Sarasota range from USD 24 to USD 400. Many events also offer free entry. - **Q**: Who are the top organizers for events in Sarasota? - **A:** Popular organizers hosting events in Sarasota include Ticket Network Events, Van Wezel Performing Arts Hall, Big Top Brewing Company. - **Q**: Are there any online events available? - **A:** Yes, many events are available online. 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