2023 May Sarasota Events Calendar

Discover What’s Happening in Sarasota This May!

May 1
Ringling by the Bay

Join the Bolger Campiello for live music and dancing. Food and beverage will be available for purchase on the bayfront. No outside food, drink, coolers, chairs or pets are permitted. All ticket sales are final,

May 5-6
Dancing in the Street: Music of Motown

Don't miss Sarasota Orchestra's Motown symphonic experience at Ed Smith Stadium! Hear hits from legendary artists like Marvin Gaye, Michael Jackson, and more. Enjoy a fireworks display to cap off the night. Tickets $15-$50 and parking is $5. 8pm, 2700 12th St., Sarasota, FL. Enter through Left Field Gate.

May 6
Venice Museums Day

Celebrate Venice history at Venice Museums Day with three organizations: Venice Historical Resources, Venice Heritage, and the Venice Area Historical Society. Free event at three locations: Venice Museum, Lord-Higel House, and Venice Historic Train Depot. Enjoy activities at each site, with a free shuttle bus between locations. Water and snacks available at each site. 10am-2pm.

May 12
Free Music Friday Night Concert

Free Music Friday Night Concert featuring Tiki Vibe at Centennial Park in Downtown Venice. Bring your own chairs and blankets, and please follow CDC guidelines. Alcohol is not permitted. Free admission. 7pm-9pm.

May 13
Pride | Be Fabulous Arts & Music Festival

the Pride | Be Fabulous Arts & Music Festival, formerly known as the Harvey Milk festival, taking place at Rosemary Park, 531 Central Ave, Sarasota, FL. where it all started a few blocks south. Enjoy the festivities with vendors and LGBTQ+ music acts from all over coming to Sarasota. Admission is free, so come and be a part of the celebration!

May 19
Home & Hurricane Expo

The Venice expo is set for May 19 from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. at the Venice Community Center, where expert speakers will discuss a range of topics related to hurricane preparedness and response, including lessons learned from Hurricane Ian, storm prep, emergency services, flooding, evacuation centers, transportation plans, and post-hurricane actions. Admission is free.

May 20
5th Annual Sarasota International Dragon Boat Festival

Join the Sarasota Dragon Boat Festival at Nathan Benderson Park on May 20th, 2023, 9am-4pm. Experience an outdoor festival blending sport, culture, and international flavors with a 2,500-year-old tradition. Free admission and family-friendly. Watch races, visit the Health & Wellness Village, food trucks, Beer Garden, and Marketplace. Come for a day of fun and excitement!

May 27
Patriotic Pops & Fireworks

Join the Venice Symphony for a spectacular Patriotic Pops & Fireworks show at CoolToday Park! Music Director Troy Quinn has curated an unforgettable concert featuring American music, patriotic songs, and a tribute to our Armed Forces. Liberty Voices, a renowned vocal group, will also perform as a special guest. Get your tickets online or at the CoolToday Box Office, with various prices starting at $49. Gates open at 5:30 p.m. and the concert begins at 7:30 p.m. at CoolToday Park, 18800 S. West Villages Parkway, Venice FL.

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