Chalk Festival – Venice Airport Fairgrounds – Nov 1–3
Artists from around the world create 3D sidewalk masterpieces.
Sarasota Medieval Fair – Continues all month (weekends)
Crystal Classic Sand Sculpting Festival – Nov 7–11
International competition plus music, food, and kids’ zones.
Forks & Corks Food and Wine Festival – Fall Edition
Local chefs and winemakers present tastings and pairings.
Veterans Day Parade – Nov 11
Patriotic celebration downtown with marching bands and community groups.
Siesta Key Seafood & Music Festival – Mid-November
Fresh seafood, live music, and local vendors on the beach.
Giving Hunger the Blues Music Fest – Nov 17
Charity music festival to benefit local food programs.
Fall Art on the Lake at Nathan Benderson Park
Art and craft booths around the lake, plus food and live music.
Sarasota Jungle Gardens Thanksgiving Festival
Holiday Night Market at University Town Center (UTC) – Late Nov
Early holiday shopping with music and family activities.
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Upcoming Events in December 2025 in the Sarasota Area
