May 2025

1. Sarasota International Dragon Boat Festival
   Date: May 10, 2025
   Location: Nathan Benderson Park
   Description: A competitive and recreational dragon boat racing event.
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2. 5th Annual Spring Fling Skim Jam
   Dates: May 17–18, 2025
   Location: Siesta Key Beach
   Description: A skimboarding competition attracting participants from across the region.

3. Free Music Friday Night Concert
   Date: May 9, 2025
   Location: Centennial Park, Downtown Venice
   Description: A live music event featuring artist Dwight Sullivan.

4. Patriotic Pops Concert
   Date: May 24, 2025
   Location: Ed Smith Stadium
   Description: A Memorial Day weekend concert featuring patriotic music.​

5. Myakka River Blues Festival
   Date: May 26, 2025
   Location: Snook Haven
   Description: A blues music festival held on the banks of the Myakka River.​

6. Venice Brew Bash
   Date: May 31, 2025
   Location: Downtown Venice
   Description: A craft beer festival featuring local and regional breweries.​

7. Memorial Day Parade
   Date: May 26, 2025
   Location: Downtown Sarasota
   Description: An annual parade honoring military personnel.​

8. Englewood Fine Arts Festival
   Dates: May 17–18, 2025
   Location: Dearborn Street, Englewood
   Description: An art festival showcasing local artists and craftsmen.​