October is an inviting time to visit Venice, Florida. The Gulf breezes are cooler, the sunsets more vivid, and the city comes alive with one of its most beloved traditions: Venice FL Sun Fiesta! This beloved, annual tradition transforms downtown's Centennial Park into a hub [...]
Labor Day weekend in Venice, Florida, offers more than just sandy beaches and Gulf breezes. It also sees the return of the annual Labor Day Weekend Downtown Venice Craft Festival! September 6th through the 7th, 2025. The Downtown Venice Craft Festival is an open-air celebration [...]
Enter the world of the big top with Summer Circus Spectacular 2025 at The Ringling in Sarasota! This beloved annual event brings world-class circus performances to the Historic Asolo Theater, June 13 through August 9th, 2025. Sarasota’s storied connection to the circus comes alive each summer with [...]
Aquarium fans and nature lovers will enjoy visiting Mote Marine Laboratory & Aquarium on City Island in Sarasota, FL. The award-winning facility offers an unforgettable deep dive into marine science and conservation through immersive exhibits, interactive programs, and hands-on discovery. Mote Marine Laboratory is not [...]
Get out on the water during your vacation with Venice FL boat tours, kayaking, and paddleboarding. Whether you're looking for a peaceful solo paddle through mangroves or a sunset cruise with dolphins, Venice has water adventures for everyone! There's no end to the fun you [...]
Get set for Sarasota Chalk Festival 2024! The popular, annual event promises to bring talented artists from around the globe to transform Sarasota’s Burns Square into a vibrant outdoor gallery. November 8th through the 10th, 2024 in Sarasota, FL. The Sarasota International Chalk Festival has [...]
Each year, Siesta Key, Florida, transforms into a stunning outdoor gallery for the Siesta Key Crystal Classic International Sand Sculpting Festival. From November 15 to 18, 2024, the event will bring together master sculptors from around the world. They will shape the famous white quartz [...]
The Venice, FL Sun Fiesta is back for 2024, promising a weekend of live entertainment, vendors, food, fun, and other festivities. Hosted annually by the Women’s Sertoma Club of Venice, this beloved event has been a local tradition since 1973, making it one of the [...]
Venice, Florida, known for its charming downtown, stunning beaches, and rich history, also boasts one of the most scenic and enjoyable biking trails in the state: the Venetian Waterway Park. This picturesque trail, stretching for about 10 miles, offers a perfect blend of natural beauty, [...]
You've unpacked your bags and settled into your Banyan House vacation rental. Now it's time to experience a little sand and surf. Nokomis Beach is one of the Venice area's oldest public beaches and a fantastic place to sunbathe, surf, picnic, and more! Did you [...]
