Our mission is to create a social opportunity for residents and visitors to gather and interact, to bring foot traffic to downtown Sarasota supporting the economic viability of the entire downtown area, and to provide a venue for other non-profit organizations benefiting our community. Inherent in our mission is educating consumers and sharing knowledge about the products and services of local farmers, local businesses, and local artisans.
Our mission is to create a social opportunity for residents and visitors to gather and interact, to bring foot traffic to downtown Sarasota supporting the economic viability of the entire downtown area, and to provide a venue for other non-profit organizations benefiting our community. Inherent in our mission is educating consumers and sharing knowledge about the products and services of local farmers, local businesses, and local artisans.
St. Armand's Circle is centrally located on the lushly landscaped island of Lido Key. Not only will you find contemporary architecture of distinction, Lido Key also boasts stunning beaches on the Gulf of Mexico, year-round lifeguards, acres of recreation area along the bay, spectacular views, playgrounds and pools for lounging at our Mid-Key public beach. For those visiting Lido Key in search of peace and quiet, enjoy one of our hidden white sugar sand beaches and relax your days away. All will enjoy the charms of St. Armand's circle, just a short walk from many Lido Key areas.
ROCKtoberfest takes place October 10, 2026, from 5–11 PM at J.D. Hamel Park, 199 Bayfront Drive, Sarasota, Florida. This free, family- and dog-friendly festival features live music, food, drinks, and shopping with local merchants and crafters. The organizer provides separate food and artist vendor applications. Listed artist spaces cost $300 for 10×10 or $500 for 10×20; food spaces cost $800 for 10×10 or $1,500 for 10×20. No application deadline is stated. Vendor questions: SRQexpos@gmail.com.
Juried festival with booths selling original art or handmade goods.
Vendor applications (checked 2026-09-15): unknown. Current edition’s ZAPP route verified; account required to apply and final category availability is unconfirmed. Published 10x10 booth fee: $450. Application deadline did not render, so no cutoff date is asserted.
Season 6 of Meadows Farmers Market runs monthly from October 2026 through March 2027 at Meadows Shopping Village in Sarasota. The confirmed opening market is October 18, 2026, 10 AM–2 PM, with a Halloween theme and young entrepreneurs alongside local small businesses. This is a monthly seasonal market; consult the organizer’s calendar for each later date. Applications are offered for locally made products, artists, food trucks, nonprofits, and other participating categories. Contact meadowsfarmersmarket@gmail.com or (941) 315-7773 for current fees and availability.
Juried festival with booths selling original art or handmade goods.
Vendor applications (checked 2026-09-15): unknown. Current edition’s ZAPP route verified; account required to apply and final category availability is unconfirmed. Published 10x10 booth fee: $575. Application deadline did not render, so no cutoff date is asserted. Art and craft sections share one event; choose the appropriate medium/category.
🌈 Gulfcoast Pride 2026 is back!
04:00 PM to 08:00 PM Vendor Festival / 08:00 PM to 11:00 PM Street Party
(Vendors have the OPTION to leave at 08:00 PM)
Join Project Pride SRQ for a joyful day of Pride, community, and celebration in Sarasota. Gulfcoast Pride brings together LGBTQ+ residents, families, allies, artists, local businesses, nonprofits, sponsors, volunteers, and community partners for one of the Gulf Coast’s most vibrant Pride celebrations.
Explore a lively vendor marketplace, connect with local organizations and resources, enjoy delicious food, experience live performances and entertainment, and celebrate in an inclusive, welcoming atmosphere built around visibility, joy, and belonging.
This year, we invite you to Carry Pride Forward — together in community, connection, and celebration.
Come out, bring your people, show your Pride, and be part of something meaningful.
The Siesta Key Crystal Classic Sandsculpting Festival is an internationally recognized sand sculpting event held each year on the white sands of Siesta Beach, Florida. Since 2010, this four-day event has brought together talented master sand sculptors from around the world to transform Siesta’s famous sand into stunning, large-scale works of art.
Juried festival with booths selling original art or handmade goods.
Vendor applications (checked 2026-09-15): unknown. Current edition’s ZAPP route verified; account required to apply and final category availability is unconfirmed. Published 10x10 booth fee: $630. Application deadline did not render, so no cutoff date is asserted.
Juried festival with booths selling original art or handmade goods.
Vendor applications (checked 2026-09-15): waitlist. Organizer says the entire show is closed and applications are for the waitlist only. Published 10x10 booth fee: $650. Closing date unconfirmed.
Labor Day - Admin. offices closed Mon., 9/7; garbage pick up delayed City administrative offices will be closed Monday, Sept. 7, in observance of Labor Day. Regular Monday solid waste pick up will be postponed for residential customers. Monday collection will occur on Tuesday, and Tuesday collection will occur on Wednesday. Looking for exciting activities to add to your calendar? Make sure to visit us on February 28th – March 1st, 2026 for the Sarasota Festival of Arts. This event will showcase the original works of artisans and crafters from across Florida and the United States. With over 70 artisans presenting their creations, the park will transform into an outdoor gallery featuring spectacular paintings, sculptures, jewelry, photography, glass, ceramics, fiber and wearable art, mixed-media, metalwork, graphics, woodworking, and more. Discover a diversity of styles, techniques, and...
The 5th Annual Downtown Sarasota Fine Art and Craft Fair runs Saturday and Sunday, March 20 and 21, 2027, from 10 am to 5 pm, along Main Street in Sarasota. The free festival spans more than five city blocks between Orange and Links Avenues and includes a dedicated craft and green market section.
Explore upcoming Hot Works Fine Art Shows by show type. JD Hamel Park (on Gulfstream Avenue) 199 Bayfront Drive Sarasota, FL 34236 JD Hamel Park, located in downtown Sarasota across from Marina Jack’s offers a prime setting, with strong visibility from US-41/Tamiami Trail. This high-traffic area attracts seasonal tourists and affluent residents, creating an ideal audience for a high-quality art show. The park’s picturesque,… Sanborn Square Park – Downtown Boca Raton, FL Located in the heart of Boca Raton’s vibrant cultural district, Sanborn Square Park is a picturesque venue surrounded by premier attractions including the Boca Raton Museum of Art, Mizner Park Cultural Center, galleries, boutique… Coastland Center Mall Outdoors Along Golden Gate Boulevard 1900 N. Tamiami Trail Naples, FL 34102 The Naples Fine Art Show by Hot Works returns March 27 & 28, 2027, taking place outdoors at C...
City guides with the venues that host festivals, who issues the permits, what the weather does to an outdoor season, and the local vendors worth calling.
