The Sarasota Opera
Sarasota & Her Islands is a culture lover's sunny paradise and the excitement doesn't stop with the annual Sarasota Film Festival. Discover all of the events blooming during springtime in Sarasota.
A Night at the Opera
The Sarasota Opera Festival, which typically kicks off in February, is an excuse for opera aficionados to rejoice. Performances generally run through the end of March, with as many as four operas going on at once.
For more information on the upcoming season's kickoff gala and performances, visit www.sarasotaopera.org.
The Greatest Show
The PAL (Police Athletic League) Sailor Circus teaches students from fourth to 12th grades about everything under the big top, from rigging to tightrope walking. Watch the kids show off their impressive skills in performances every March and April.
For more information, visit www.sailorcircus.org.
Wine and Dine
The Florida WineFest & Auction, which takes place every April, showcases fine wine, gourmet food and a fun auction. Taste Sarasota in a whole new way.
Visit www.floridawinefest.org for more information.
The Sharks Tooth Festival is an annual celebration of the fossilized treasures that wash up by the millions on Venice's shores. Celebrate the prehistoric choppers by sinking your teeth into the wide array of food, and check out the hundreds of artists displaying their original work.
Check out www.sharkstoothfest.com for more information.
Don't worry, the fun doesn't stop when spring turns into summer--the annual Savor Sarasota Restaurant Week kicks off shortly after Sarasota's springtime festivities draw to a close.
Get pumped up at www.savorsarasota.com.
