

# Food & Drink Events in The Meadows | Festivals & Tastings

- **Subtitle**: Find food and drink events in The Meadows — food festivals, tastings, pop-ups and supper clubs. Browse what's on this month and book your table.
- **Category**: Food & Drinks
- **Display Name**: Food & Drink events
- **Type**: category

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<p>If you are a food stylist, food blogger, gourmet chef, caffeine junkie or just a keen foodie, you definitely are more worried about your salad being finely chopped than your appearance. To keep up with your food cravings there are these street food fairs, wine tasting events and food festivals in The Meadows. For all the foodies who are avid learners; there are cooking workshops, baking workshops, cake making classes in The Meadows and a lot more. You can also explore various food truck festivals happening in the The Meadows.</p>
<p>Content your taste buds with sumptuous food. Craving for food already? Explore some amazing food events in The Meadows.</p>

## Food & Drinks Events in The Meadows

- **Event Name**: The Jingle 5K 2026 - Florida's Most Festive 5K
  - **Description**: The Jingle 5K - Florida's Most Festive 5K
 
Join us once again for this festive, family favorite, holiday event!
The 3.1 mile evening course is fun and festive with ambient street and portable lights illuminating your way, snow machines, holiday music and
  - **Date**: Fri Dec 18 2026 at 07:00 pm (-05:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/the-meadows/the-jingle-5k-2026-floridas-most-festive-5k/200030952360736
  - **Venue**: Lakewood Ranch Medical Center
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  - **Categories**: Sports, Workshops
- **Event Name**: SCOOPS FOR LITERACY!
  - **Description**: 🍦🚀 SCOOPS FOR LITERACY!
A Rocket Phonics FUN-Raiser at Jeni's!

Who says supporting young readers can't be delicious? 🍦❤️

Join Rocket Phonics Foundation for a sweet afternoon and evening at Jeni's Splendid Ice Creams at UTC!

📅 Thursday, November 5, 2026
  - **Date**: Thu Nov 05 2026 at 04:00 pm – Thu Nov 05 2026 at 07:00 pm (-05:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/the-meadows/scoops-for-literacy/200030948093306
  - **Venue**: Jeni's Splendid Ice Creams (University Town Center)
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  - **Categories**: Meetups, Kids
- **Event Name**: 9th Annual Mega Challah Bake 2027
  - **Description**: Join the Jewish Women’s Circle for the 9th Annual Mega Challah Bake! An unforgettable evening of friendship, inspiration, music and Jewish pride! 💛

Come together with women and girls from across our community for a beautiful evening of tradition, connect
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  - **Date**: Thu Jan 14 2027 at 07:00 pm (-05:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/the-meadows/9th-annual-mega-challah-bake-2027/200030854906830
  - **Venue**: The Grove Lakewood Ranch Fl
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  - **Categories**: live-music

## Trending Events in The Meadows

- **Event Name**: 2026 Walk to End Alzheimer's Sarasota
  - **Description**: Join us at the world's largest event to raise awareness and funds for Alzheimer’s care, support and research.
Enjoy a wonderful morning of fun and festivities as we honor those impacted by Alzheimer's and all dementia. We will kickoff our walk with a DJ,
  - **Venue**: Nathan Benderson Park
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- **Event Name**: The Florida Turkey Trot - 2026
  - **Description**: Join us again for your Family Tradition at Nathan Benderson Park! The Florida Turkey Trot is a 3.1 mile run/walk for all ages and abilities! Your registration includes a professionally managed race course, recycled poly-rayon race shirt, and a beautiful f
  - **Venue**: Nathan Benderson Park
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- **Event Name**: Championship soccer + Family Fun Day
  - **Description**: Championship soccer is coming to Premier Sports Campus, and Lakewood Ranch Inflatables is bringing the FUN!

Bring the whole family out for the 2026 American Women's Soccer Championship! Watch some of the top collegiate soccer teams compete while the kids
  - **Venue**: 5895 Post Blvd, Bradenton, FL 34211-2101, United States
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- **Event Name**: Tribute to Heroes Parade LWR
  - **Description**: Save the date!!
  - **Venue**: Lakewood Ranch Main Street
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- **Event Name**: Holiday Night Market
  - **Description**: Celebrate the holiday season at the UTC Night Market on Thursday, Nov. 19, from 6:30–9:30 pm. We’re bringing the festive vibes with seasonal sips and treats, live music by Lost in Paris and dozens of local vendors offering handcrafted goods, jewelry and m
  - **Venue**: The Green at UTC
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- **Event Name**: Sertoma 34th Annual Golf Tournament
  - **Description**: It’s about that time again… ⛳️🏌️‍♂️

The Sertoma Golf Classic is coming up, and we’re excited to support another great event benefiting our community.

Whether you’re looking to play, sponsor, or explore partnership opportunities, now is the perfect time
  - **Venue**: The Ritz-Carlton Members Golf Club
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- **Event Name**: Steps for Sarasota Walkathon & Community Celebration
  - **Description**: Bring your family, friends, and coworkers for an evening of community, wellness, and giving back.

Register today to lock in 𝑬𝒂𝒓𝒍𝒚 𝑩𝒊𝒓𝒅 𝑷𝒓𝒊𝒄𝒊𝒏𝒈 at just $25 per person! Children 5 and under attend free. Early Bird pricing ends 8/31.

𝐒𝐭𝐞𝐩𝐬 𝐟𝐨𝐫 𝐒𝐚𝐫𝐚𝐬𝐨𝐭𝐚 𝐢𝐬
  - **Venue**: Nathan Benderson Park
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- **Event Name**: Sarasota Out of the Darkenss Walk
  - **Description**: We are excited to announce the 2026 Sarasota Out of the Darkness Community Walk. The walk will be held on November 8, 2026 at Nathan Benderson Park in Sarasota.

The Out of the Darkness Community Walk is a journey of remembrance, hope, and support. It uni
  - **Venue**: Nathan Benderson Park
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- **Event Name**: 10th Annual - Sarasota Christmas Glow Run 5k
  - **Description**: ​Get ready for a magical and unforgettable holiday experience at the most anticipated family-friendly event of the year in Sarasota, the 10th Annual Sarasota Christmas Glow Run 5k! Join us for a night of festive fun as we light up the city with our colorf
  - **Venue**: Nathan Benderson Park
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## FAQs

- **Q**: What are the top Food & Drinks events in The Meadows?
  - **A:** The Jingle 5K 2026 - Florida's Most Festive 5K (Fri Dec 18 2026 at 07:00 pm at Lakewood Ranch Medical Center), SCOOPS FOR LITERACY! (Thu Nov 05 2026 at 04:00 pm at Jeni's Splendid Ice Creams (University Town Center)), 9th Annual Mega Challah Bake 2027 (Thu Jan 14 2027 at 07:00 pm at The Grove Lakewood Ranch Fl).
- **Q**: What Food & Drinks events are happening in The Meadows today November 05, 2026?
  - **A:** SCOOPS FOR LITERACY! (Thu Nov 05 2026 at 04:00 pm at Jeni's Splendid Ice Creams (University Town Center)).
- **Q**: What Food & Drinks events are happening in The Meadows in November 2026?
  - **A:** SCOOPS FOR LITERACY! (Thu Nov 05 2026 at 04:00 pm at Jeni's Splendid Ice Creams (University Town Center)).
- **Q**: How can I find Food & Drinks events in The Meadows?
  - **A:** You can discover upcoming Food & Drinks events in The Meadows on AllEvents.in. Browse by date, venue, or price to find events that match your interests.
- **Q**: How do I buy tickets for Food & Drinks events in The Meadows?
  - **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 Food & Drinks events in The Meadows?
  - **A:** Some popular venues hosting Food & Drinks events in The Meadows include Lakewood Ranch Medical Center, Jeni's Splendid Ice Creams (University Town Center), The Grove Lakewood Ranch Fl.
- **Q**: Who are the top organizers for Food & Drinks events in The Meadows?
  - **A:** Popular organizers hosting Food & Drinks events in The Meadows include The Jingle 5K, The Rocket Phonics Foundation, Chabad of Bradenton & Lakewood Ranch.
- **Q**: Are there any online Food & Drinks events available?
  - **A:** Yes, many Food & Drinks 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 Food & Drinks events in The Meadows?
  - **A:** Follow the Food & Drinks category on AllEvents.in to get notified when new Food & Drinks events are listed in The Meadows.

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