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🌴 What’s Happening This Weekend? Glad You Asked!
Your ultimate guide to local events packed with food, music, and unique experiences.
Gulf Coast Insider
January 10, 2025
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Because there’s no place like our little slice of paradise!
👋 Hey there!
Looking for something fun to do this weekend? Southwest Florida is buzzing with events, and I’ve rounded up a few gems for you. Whether you’re into fresh produce, seafood, art, or even bed races (yep, that’s a thing!), there’s a little something for everyone.
Here’s the scoop:
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🍅 Venice Farmers Market
🥕 Fresh picks and local vibes—nothing beats a morning at the Venice Farmers Market!
📅 When: Saturday, January 11, 8:00 AM – 12:00 PM
📍 Where: 401 West Venice Avenue, Venice, FL 34285
What’s better than a sunny morning stroll downtown with fresh produce, artisanal goodies, and live tunes? Swing by to stock up on veggies, sample some local treats, or just vibe out to the music.
☀️ Sarasota Sun Fiesta
🌺 Sun, smiles, and Sarasota vibes—this is how we do weekends in Florida!
📅 When: Saturday, January 11 – Sunday, January 12
📍 Where: Downtown Venice, FL
Ever seen a bed race? You will now. 🎉 This community fest has it all—parades, arts and crafts, amazing food, and live entertainment. It's basically a block party with flair.
🎨 Sarasota Winter Fine Art Festival
🖌️ Art, palm trees, and good vibes—your weekend plans just upgraded!
📅 When: Saturday, January 11 – Sunday, January 12, 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM
📍 Where: JD Hamel Park, 199 Bayfront Drive, Sarasota, FL 34236
If you’re an art lover or enjoy browsing unique creations, don’t miss this! Local and national artists are showcasing some seriously cool stuff, so grab a coffee and head over for an inspiring day out.
🦞 Sarasota Seafood & Music Festival
📅 When: Friday, January 10 – Sunday, January 12
📍 Where: Sarasota County Fairgrounds, 3000 Ringling Blvd, Sarasota, FL 34237
Seafood fans, rejoice! 🦞 Pair fresh-off-the-boat flavors with live music performances all weekend. It’s the ultimate food-and-fun combo.
🎷 Celebrating 45 Years of Jazz In Sarasota
🎷 45 years of smooth jazz and soulful vibes—Sarasota knows how to keep the groove alive!
📅 When: Saturday, January 11, 7:00 PM
📍 Where: Sarasota Orchestra, 709 N Tamiami Trail, Sarasota, FL 34236
Jazz lovers, this one’s for you. 🎷 The Sarasota Orchestra is putting on a concert to celebrate 45 years of groovy, toe-tapping tunes. A perfect way to wind down your Saturday night.
🕰️ Venice Antiques Show
🖼️ From timeless furniture to vintage finds, every piece here has a history to share!
📅 When: Saturday, January 11 – Sunday, January 12, 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM
📍 Where: Venice Community Center, 326 S Nokomis Ave, Venice, FL
Treasure hunters, assemble! 🕰️ Explore booths packed with antiques and collectibles—who knows what hidden gem you’ll discover?
Got your plans sorted? Whether you’re into jazz, seafood, or bed racing (seriously, don’t miss that), there’s plenty to keep you busy. Grab your friends, your family, or just your sense of adventure and dive into a weekend full of fun.
Catch you out there! 👋
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Warmly,
— The Gulf Coast Insider Team 🌊
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