lgbtq Events & Things to Do
Near Bradenton & Sarasota

Put the art world in focus with Art on Film at SAM. Join us for award-winning documentaries, short films, and biopics that highlight some of our favorite artists, reveal untold histories, and explore what it takes to make it as an artist today.

Celebrating our wonderful customers just in time for Thanksgiving!

Join your friends at The Alloro for a Thanksgiving themed party!! Food, Drinks, Tours, and fun are all included!!

oin us for our Annual FriendsGiving Social on November 21st from 5:30 PM - 7:30 PM at the stunning new Celebrations Venue in Sarasota!

Join Bishop After Hours, Asolo Rep, and the FSU/Asolo Conservatory in bringing you the next generation of Shakespeare with BardWired: Much Ado About Nothing.

On Friday, Nov 22nd from 6pm-8pm, enjoy face painting, glitter tattoos, pumpkin & turkey arts and crafts, and more!

Friday Nights with Eddie Tobin

The Sarasota Ballet's Program Giselle performances from November 22 – 23, 2024, at the Sarasota Opera House accompanied by the Sarasota Orchestra

Special 5th Anniversary ALL-STAR EDITION

Let us do the work and prepare a delicious slow-smoked Turkey Breast for your Thanksgiving feast.

Join us for "Pink Together: Breast Cancer Warriors Celebration" on Sun, Nov 24, 11 AM - 2 PM at Motorworks Brewing! Inspiring stories, live music by Jami Gee, silent auctions, and community support for breast cancer warriors. ? #PinkTogether

Sunday Nights with Eddie Tobin

Get ready to hoop it up and give thanks at the Wave Basketball Thanksgiving 2 Day Camp

Join us for a special Thanksgiving Giveaway & Veterans Resource Fair, proudly sponsored by the Gail Baird Foundation!

Enjoy Thanksgiving at Home with Cooper's Hawk!

Wednesday Nights with Eddie Tobin

Spend Thanksgiving Day in a cruelty-free way by attending our ThanksVegan Day Potluck with us.

Nurturing the spirit of our island community with a Thanksgiving Day community gathering.

Dealers will be buying & selling sports cards & memorabilia from the 19th Century to the present - Free Appraisals on your pre-1976 items!

Join us for an epic ThanksLivingCelebration where we'll optimize our health and indulge in deliciousness, all while being together in person

An Outdoor Craft Festival on Sullivan Street in Punta Gorda

This holiday season, the Bradenton Area Convention Center will be transformed into an authentic “European” holiday market, with a Gulf Coast Twist.

Let’s welcome back a Fresh Fridays fan favorite, the Rockefellers! This lively group has something for everyone with a repertoire including your holiday favorites along with dance tunes for a night of festive memories.

Join us for a joyful hour of movement and human connection with Instructor Jess Pope. This class will invite a deeper exploration of the art on view in SAM’s galleries through creative expression.

Our holiday bazaar is a wonderful opportunity to party in a festive atmosphere while shopping for one-of-a-kind gifts for everyone on your list.

The Nutcracker Tea Party combines the magic of "The Nutcracker" ballet with a fancy-and-fun tea party!

The Sarasota Ballet School Presents The Nutcracker from December 13 - 14, 2024, at the Venice Performing Arts Center

Get your tickets now to see The Four Phantoms in Sarasota! This theatrical performance will sell out fast, so grab your tickets now to the hottest shows at Van Wezel Performing Arts Hall.

Join us for live jazz at Sarasota Art Museum, hosted by the Jazz Club of Sarasota, featuring The Barker Project Holiday Show and extended hours in the galleries, Bistro, and SHOP!

The Sarasota Ballet's Fanciful Journey performances from December 20 – 21, 2024, at the Sarasota Opera House accompanied by the Sarasota Orchestra

The Sarasota Ballet's Fanciful Journey performances from December 20 – 21, 2024, at the Sarasota Opera House accompanied by the Sarasota Orchestra

Allison Erwin Norton's, The Nutcracker returns to the stage with beloved characters, glittering sets, and dancing that will lift your spirit.

The Sarasota Ballet School Presents The Nutcracker from December 22 – 23, 2024, at the Sarasota Opera House

Come along for the ride when a 1950s-obsessed adolescent falls asleep and dreams of living in this revolutionary era. This high-octane show is guaranteed to captivate and engage every kiddo.

Get your tickets now to see Funny Girl in Sarasota! This theatrical performance will sell out fast, so grab your tickets now to the hottest shows at Van Wezel Performing Arts Hall.

The world’s premier classical Chinese dance company, Shen Yun is bringing to life a lost culture through beautiful art. 1. wholesome, Family-Friendly 2. Positive Energy 3. Transportive Experience 4. The perfect Gift 5. Be inspired

The Sarasota Ballet's Quintessential performances from January 31 – February 3, 2025, at the FSU Center for the Performing Arts

Get your tickets now to see Come From Away in Sarasota! This theatrical performance will sell out fast, so grab your tickets now to the hottest shows at Van Wezel Performing Arts Hall.

The Sarasota Ballet presents Mark Morris Dance Group from February 28 – March 3, 2025, at the FSU Center for the Performing Arts

Get ready to see Itzhak Perlman in Sarasota at Van Wezel Performing Arts Hall. Secure your tickets now to Itzhak Perlman before this show sells out as this will be one of the biggest concerts all year long.

The Sarasota Ballet's Romeo and Juliet performances from March 28 – 29, 2025, at the Van Wezel Performing Arts Hall accompanied by the Sarasota Orchestra

Get your tickets now to see Beetlejuice - The Musical in Sarasota! This theatrical performance will sell out fast, so grab your tickets now to the hottest shows at Van Wezel Performing Arts Hall.

The Sarasota Ballet's Movements of Genius performances from April 25 – 26, 2025, at the Sarasota Opera House accompanied by the Sarasota Orchestra

Witness Emerging Professional Dancers of Tomorrow in our Celebrated Images of Dance Performances!

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