# The Best Festivals and Events in Sarasota This Weekend

- **Subtitle**: From turtles on Siesta Key to indie film fans in warehouse spaces, this weekend in Sarasota is all about festivals
- **Category**: Festivals
- **Type**: category

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## About

This weekend in Sarasota is running on pure festival energy. You can feel it in the group chats: no one’s asking “what should we do?”—they’re asking “which festival are you actually committing to?” After a stretch of pretty standard beach-and-brunch weekends, the calendar has tipped hard into niche-obsession mode, and honestly, it suits this town.

At the center of it all is the 40th Annual Run for the Turtles out on Siesta Key’s 948 Beach Rd. This is the one you book first. It’s part feel-good conservation effort, part coastal chaos: early wake-up, bare feet in the sand, people who own way too much moisture-wicking fabric, and a lot of locals who do this every single year. If you’ve ever muttered “we really should do that sometime,” this is your sign. Expect beachside chatter about nesting season, sea turtle stats, and which coffee you’re grabbing the second you cross the finish.

If you’re more “air conditioning and craft beer” than “sunrise 5K,” head inland toward 7225 Lockwood Ridge Rd. That area has turned into a reliable hub for low-key weekend hangs: the kind of spot where regulars know where to park, where to sneak in late, and which side of the room has the best sightlines. It’s where you go when you want to be around people but not stuck in tourist mode. Think local crowd, repeat faces, and the sense that everyone there found it through a friend, not a billboard.

Then there’s 1314 Tenth St, which has quietly become the address people drop when they’re trying to sound in-the-know. That’s where the Paddling Film Festival lands—a sweet spot for kayakers, paddleboarders, and anyone who likes their entertainment with a side of “maybe I should move to a cabin and buy a canoe.” It’s a legit scene: outdoor types, film nerds, and Sarasota lifers who’ve done every art walk in town and are onto their next obsession. Perfect if you want something social but not sloppy, and you like leaving an event feeling like you might pick up a new hobby you will almost definitely Google but maybe never actually try.

If you’re trying to decide on things to do this weekend in Sarasota, here’s how to play it:

- 40th Annual Run for the Turtles at 948 Beach Rd, Siesta Key, FL 34242 – For early risers, families, and anyone who wants their weekend workout to come with ocean views and actual impact.
- Festival vibes around 7225 Lockwood Ridge Rd, Sarasota, FL 34243 – For locals who like familiar venues, easy access, and a crowd that feels more neighborhood than spring break.
- Paddling Film Festival at 1314 Tenth St, Sarasota, FL – For outdoorsy types, documentary fans, and people who like their Saturday nights a little nerdy and very local.

None of this is about chasing the next big thing. It’s about showing up where everyone already seems to be going—and this weekend, that’s festivals, sand, and a surprising number of people talking passionately about turtles and kayaks.

## Festivals Events in Sarasota

- **Event Name**: Suncoast Largest Food Truck Festival 9
  - **Description**: Get ready to feast at Suncoast Largest Food Truck Festival 9—yummy bites and good vibes unite!About this EventSuncoast Largest Food Truck Festival 9Get ready for a fun day at The Mall at Unive
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  - **Date**: Fri Jul 03 2026 at 04:00 pm – Sat Jul 04 2026 at 09:00 pm (-04:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/sarasota/suncoast-largest-food-truck-festival-9/100001984140702252
  - **Venue**: The Mall at University Town Center
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  - **Price**: Free
  - **Categories**: festivals, food-drinks, food-truck-festivals, trips-adventures, fireworks
- **Event Name**: 40th Annual Run for the Turtles
  - **Description**: Celebrate 40 years of running for a cause! 🐢🏃‍♀️‍➡️✨

Mote’s Run for the Turtles is a highly anticipated, sanctioned 5K that brings together more than 1,000 runners in support of Mote’s Sea Turtle Conservation & Research Program. This signature event
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  - **Date**: Sat Apr 11 2026 at 08:00 am (-04:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/sarasota/40th-annual-run-for-the-turtles/200029572133729
  - **Venue**: 948 Beach Rd, Siesta Key, FL 34242
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- **Event Name**: The Sarasota Margarita Festival
  - **Description**: Margarita Tasting Contest, Live DJ, Food Vendors, Beer Garden, and a Trip Giveaway. Who has the best margarita in Sarasota? You decide!About this EventGet ready to sip, savor, and spice things up at the Sa
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  - **Date**: Sat May 30 2026 at 12:00 pm – Sat May 30 2026 at 06:00 pm (-04:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/sarasota/the-sarasota-margarita-festival/100001986005781755
  - **Venue**: Big Top Brewing Company (Fruitville Commons)
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  - **Price**: USD 8 to 1,108
  - **Categories**: Nonprofit, Festivals, Contests, food-drinks, trips-adventures
- **Event Name**: Tasting the City - Sarasota Food Tasting Event
  - **Description**: Indulge in Sarasota's culinary treasures at Tasting the City, a food tasting event showcasing local restaurants & businesses. Join us!About this EventWelcome to "Tasting the City - Sarasota F
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  - **Date**: Mon Jun 15 2026 at 05:30 pm – Mon Jun 15 2026 at 08:00 pm (-04:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/sarasota/tasting-the-city-sarasota-food-tasting-event/100001982025724296
  - **Venue**: BMW of Sarasota
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  - **Price**: USD 25 to 173
  - **Categories**: music, nonprofit, live-music, food-drinks, health-wellness, entertainment, calendar
- **Event Name**: Sarasota Cars & Coffee Presented by OMNI Energy 4/11/26
  - **Description**: Put the petal to the medal, and don't miss Sarasota Cars & Coffee on Saturday, April 11, from 8 a.m. to 10 a.m. at The Mall at UTC! Check out hundreds of unique cars while enjoying complimentary coffee from Mademoiselle Paris and Chick-fil-A, a live
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  - **Date**: Sat Apr 11 2026 at 08:00 am – Sat Apr 11 2026 at 10:00 am (-04:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/sarasota/sarasota-cars-and-coffee-presented-by-omni-energy-4-11-26/200029895615823
  - **Venue**: 140 University Town Center Drive, Sarasota, FL
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  - **Categories**: nonprofit, sports, charities, car-shows
- **Event Name**: Be Fabulous Music & Arts Pride Fest
  - **Description**: Day 3 - Be Fabulous Music & Arts Pride Fest – May 9, 2026
Join us in the heart of downtown Sarasota at Five Points Park for the 16th annualAbout this EventDay 3 - Be Fabulous Music & Arts Pride Fest – May 9,
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  - **Date**: Sat May 09 2026 at 03:00 pm – Sat May 09 2026 at 10:00 pm (-04:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/sarasota/be-fabulous-music-and-arts-pride-fest/100001925601739639
  - **Venue**: Selby Five Points Park
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  - **Price**: Free
  - **Categories**: festivals, art, lgbt-pride, exhibitions, music, entertainment, nonprofit
- **Event Name**: VENDOR Foodie World DOWNTOWN Sarasota  : ASIAN FOOD FESTIVAL
  - **Description**: A Free for attendees 3-day Asian Night Market experience at Sarasota featuring food, culture, games, and rides.About this Event🌙 3-Day Asian Night Market at JD Hamel ParkFREE EVEN
  - **Date**: Fri Jun 05 2026 at 02:00 pm – Sun Jun 07 2026 at 11:00 pm (-04:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/sarasota/vendor-foodie-world-downtown-sarasota-asian-food-festival/100001986655553239
  - **Venue**: J.D. Hamel Park
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  - **Price**: Free
  - **Categories**: food-drinks, Festivals, Art, health-wellness
- **Event Name**: 2026 SARASOTA TATTOO EXPO
  - **Description**: 2026 SARASOTA TATTOO EXPO

Sahib Shrine Auditorium 
600 N. Beneva Road
Sarasota, FL 34232

We welcome you to join us for the annual
2026 Sarasota Tattoo Expo hosted by Ink Masters Tattoo Show!

Live tattooing all weekend by up to 80 award winning tattoo a
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  - **Date**: Fri Apr 24 2026 at 01:00 pm – Sun Apr 26 2026 at 08:00 pm (-04:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/sarasota/2026-sarasota-tattoo-expo/200029457014117
  - **Venue**: Sahib Shrine Auditorium
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- **Event Name**: Flamingo 5K
  - **Description**: 🏃‍♂️🌟 Get ready to strut your stuff and flamingle at the most fabulous running event of the year! 🌟🏃‍♀️

 

Welcome to the "Flamingo 5K" – where the fun is as flamazing as a flock of flamingos and every step is a fiesta! Whether you're a seasoned runner,
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  - **Date**: Sat Oct 10 2026 at 08:00 am (-04:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/sarasota/flamingo-5k/200029089303757
  - **Venue**: Siesta Key Beach
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- **Event Name**: Sailor Circus Spring show
  - **Description**: ✨ Experience the magic of Sailor Circus Spring show, where moments become memories that last a lifetime! 🏛️ The iconic The Circus Arts Conservatory in Sarasota, FL sets the perfect stage
  - **Interested Audience**:
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  - **Date**: Thu Apr 16 2026 at 07:00 pm (-05:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/sarasota/sailor-circus-spring-show/2300029746040648
  - **Venue**: The Circus Arts Conservatory
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  - **Categories**: magic-show
- **Event Name**: Mermaid Faire
  - **Description**: Mermaid Faire is back! 

Dive into a morning of ocean-inspired wonder as we celebrate childhood magic, coastal ecosystems, and the joy of creating with nature. This beloved community festival invites families to explore imagination and stewardship side by
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  - **Date**: Sat Apr 25 2026 at 10:00 am – Sat Apr 25 2026 at 01:00 pm (-04:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/sarasota/mermaid-faire/200029824468104
  - **Venue**: 7225 Lockwood Ridge Rd, Sarasota, FL, United States, Florida 34243
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- **Event Name**: Jaguar Festival d’Elegance - 40th anniversary!
  - **Description**: The annual Jaguar Festival d’Elegance attracts the finest Jaguar automobiles, including antiques, current classics, and modified prototypes. The Suncoast Jaguar Club invites you to join them for this free event in St. Armands Circle Park.

For more inform
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  - **Date**: Sat Oct 10 2026 at 09:00 am – Sat Oct 10 2026 at 03:00 pm (-04:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/sarasota/jaguar-festival-d’elegance-40th-anniversary/200028013503825
  - **Venue**: 300 Madison Dr, Suite 201, Sarasota, FL, United States, Florida 34236
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  - **Categories**: festivals, workshops
- **Event Name**: Pupchella at Dog Bar Sarasota
  - **Description**: 🌼🐾 PUPCHELLA at Dog Bar Sarasota 🐾🌼
Dog Bar Sarasota’s Music Festival… for the dogs.

Join us for a sunset pawty filled with flower crowns, bubbles, and wagging tails as we turn the yard into a full-on pup festival ✨

🎶 Live music on the patio with Nora
🐾
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  - **Date**: Fri Apr 17 2026 at 06:00 pm – Fri Apr 17 2026 at 09:00 pm (-04:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/sarasota/pupchella-at-dog-bar-sarasota/200029847425343
  - **Venue**: 1314 Tenth St, Sarasota, FL
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- **Event Name**: Sarasota Fall Fine Art Festival
  - **Description**: Sarasota Fall Fine Art Festival 2025 �
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    - Count: 6
  - **Date**: Tue Nov 17 2026 at 10:00 am – Wed Nov 18 2026 at 05:00 pm (-05:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/sarasota/sarasota-fall-fine-art-festival/200029773876821
  - **Venue**: Downtown Sarasota
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  - **Categories**: art, festivals, fine-arts
- **Event Name**: Latin Fair / Feria Latina, Remake Learning Days
  - **Description**: Edad/Age: Todas las edades / All ages

CreArte Latino invites the community to celebrate Hispanic heritage with an unforgettable Latin FAIR — an immersive experience that will transport you to the traditional fairs of Latin America! Join us for a vibrant
  - **Date**: Fri Apr 24 2026 at 07:00 pm (-04:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/sarasota/latin-fair-feria-latina-remake-learning-days/200029882003502
  - **Venue**: 1913 Northgate Blvd, Sarasota, FL, United States, Florida 34234
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  - **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 – Sarasota, FL
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- **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 “When I Call Your Name,” earning CMA Single and Song of the Year
  - **Venue**: Van Wezel Performing Arts Hall
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- **Event Name**: Herbie Hancock
  - **Description**: 🌟 Be part of history at Herbie Hancock, an extraordinary gathering that will captivate your imagination! 🏛️ The prestigious Van Wezel Performing Arts Hall in Sarasota, FL sets the stage f
  - **Venue**: Van Wezel Performing Arts Hall
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- **Event Name**: Centennial Concert Celebration
  - **Description**: Saturday, April 11, 2026, at 1:30 PMCONCERT: Sarasota Opera House | 61 N Pineapple AvenueOn Saturday, April 11 at 1:30 PM, Sarasota Opera will host a Centennial Concert at the Opera House that will pay tribute to
  - **Venue**: Sarasota Opera House, North Pineapple Avenue, Sarasota, FL, USA
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- **Event Name**: Kevin Nealon at McCurdys Comedy Theatre
  - **Description**: 🎉 Welcome to Kevin Nealon at McCurdys Comedy Theatre, where the impossible becomes possible and dreams take flight! 🏛️ Join us at McCurdys Comedy Theatre in the heart of Sarasota, FL for
  - **Venue**: McCurdys Comedy Theatre
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## FAQs

- **Q**: What are the top Festivals events in Sarasota?
  - **A:** Suncoast Largest Food Truck Festival 9 (Fri Jul 03 2026 at 04:00 pm at The Mall at University Town Center), 40th Annual Run for the Turtles (Sat Apr 11 2026 at 08:00 am at 948 Beach Rd, Siesta Key, FL 34242), The Sarasota Margarita Festival (Sat May 30 2026 at 12:00 pm at Big Top Brewing Company (Fruitville Commons)), Tasting the City - Sarasota Food Tasting Event (Mon Jun 15 2026 at 05:30 pm at BMW of Sarasota), Sarasota Cars & Coffee Presented by OMNI Energy 4/11/26 (Sat Apr 11 2026 at 08:00 am at 140 University Town Center Drive, Sarasota, FL).
- **Q**: What are the top free Festivals events in Sarasota?
  - **A:** Suncoast Largest Food Truck Festival 9 (Fri Jul 03 2026 at 04:00 pm at The Mall at University Town Center), Be Fabulous Music & Arts Pride Fest (Sat May 09 2026 at 03:00 pm at Selby Five Points Park), VENDOR Foodie World DOWNTOWN Sarasota  : ASIAN FOOD FESTIVAL (Fri Jun 05 2026 at 02:00 pm at J.D. Hamel Park).
- **Q**: What Festivals events are happening in Sarasota this weekend April 10–12, 2026?
  - **A:** 40th Annual Run for the Turtles (Sat Apr 11 2026 at 08:00 am at 948 Beach Rd, Siesta Key, FL 34242), Sarasota Cars & Coffee Presented by OMNI Energy 4/11/26 (Sat Apr 11 2026 at 08:00 am at 140 University Town Center Drive, Sarasota, FL).
- **Q**: What Festivals events are happening in Sarasota in April 2026?
  - **A:** 40th Annual Run for the Turtles (Sat Apr 11 2026 at 08:00 am at 948 Beach Rd, Siesta Key, FL 34242), Sarasota Cars & Coffee Presented by OMNI Energy 4/11/26 (Sat Apr 11 2026 at 08:00 am at 140 University Town Center Drive, Sarasota, FL), 2026 SARASOTA TATTOO EXPO (Fri Apr 24 2026 at 01:00 pm at Sahib Shrine Auditorium), Sailor Circus Spring show (Thu Apr 16 2026 at 07:00 pm at The Circus Arts Conservatory), Mermaid Faire (Sat Apr 25 2026 at 10:00 am at 7225 Lockwood Ridge Rd, Sarasota, FL, United States, Florida 34243).
- **Q**: How can I find Festivals events in Sarasota?
  - **A:** You can discover upcoming Festivals 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 Festivals 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 Festivals events in Sarasota?
  - **A:** Some popular venues hosting Festivals events in Sarasota include The Mall at University Town Center, 948 Beach Rd, Siesta Key, FL 34242, Big Top Brewing Company (Fruitville Commons).
- **Q**: What is the price range for Festivals events in Sarasota?
  - **A:** Prices for Festivals events in Sarasota range from USD 8 to USD 1,108. Many events also offer free entry.
- **Q**: Who are the top organizers for Festivals events in Sarasota?
  - **A:** Popular organizers hosting Festivals events in Sarasota include Florida Penguin Productions, Mote Marine Laboratory & Aquarium, Texas Festivals & Events.
- **Q**: Are there any online Festivals events available?
  - **A:** Yes, many Festivals events are available online. You can filter for virtual events on AllEvents.in to attend from anywhere.
- **Q**: How can I get notified about new Festivals events in Sarasota?
  - **A:** Follow the Festivals category on AllEvents.in to get notified when new Festivals events are listed in Sarasota.

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