Sarasota, FL Events

Sarasota Paradise USL League One Season Matches

Fri, Mar 13, 2026 – Thu, Dec 31, 2026

Watch the Sarasota Paradise play professional soccer at Premier Sports Campus in Lakewood Ranch. Enjoy competitive matches featuring young talent in USL League One and network with fellow sports and business professionals in the vibrant soccer community of Sarasota and Manatee counties. The season is ongoing in 2026 with matches scheduled at various dates, offering opportunities for professional networking and community engagement.

WhiteLeaf Private Concert Club Networking Event

Sat, Jul 25, 2026

Join the WhiteLeaf Private Concert Club for an exclusive networking event with live music by top performers in an intimate venue. Enjoy a 90-minute pre-show mixer with catered food and drinks, designed to help new Sarasota residents and professionals connect through their love of live music.

Venetian Waterway/Casperson Beach Walk

Mon, Jul 27, 2026

Join the Sarasota Walkers Meetup group for a 4 mile round trip walk at Venetian Waterway Trailhead, Island side of Circus Bridge. The walk takes about 1.5 hours with a 5-10 minute stop at the beach. A great way to get moderate exercise and meet new people.

Florida State Dance Sport Championships

Wed, Jul 29, 2026 – Sun, Aug 2, 2026

Formerly known as the "Brakers competition," this event features dancers competing from all over the world. Morning and afternoons are dedicated for all level Pro/Am dancers, and evenings are set for Professional Championships with different divisions and styles competing each night. Additional events include seminars with dance sport legends open to the public, gourmet dinners, general dancing, and an awards ceremony. Various sessions and ticket prices. Location: The Ritz Carlton, 1111 Ritz Carlton Dr, Sarasota, FL.

RINGLING BRIDGE WALK! Now Starting at 6 PM

Thu, Jul 30, 2026

Meet at the Sailor Statue by Sarasota Waterfront for a walk at your own pace. Join faster or slower groups, socialize and network while enjoying the sunset. Gathering at O’Leary’s afterward for casual conversation and meeting new friends.

Florida State Dance Sport Championships

Sat, Aug 1, 2026

Two-day professional dance competition featuring Pro/Am dancers and Professional Championships. Includes seminars with dance sport legends, gourmet dinners, general dancing, and awards ceremony. Various sessions and ticket prices available.

LECOM 2026 Summer CME

Mon, Aug 10, 2026 – Thu, Aug 13, 2026

LECOM 2026 Summer CME is a four-day seminar held from August 10 to August 13, 2026, focusing on health problems commonly seen in primary care offices. The event aims to provide physicians with updated medical advancements to enhance their treatment options and improve patient care. Attendees can earn AOA category 1-A CME credits through lectures taught by LECOM clinical faculty.

FLCMAA August Summer Conference 2026

Mon, Aug 10, 2026 – Fri, Aug 14, 2026

The FLCMAA August Summer Conference 2026 is a professional conference for adult professionals focused on career advancement and industry networking in Sarasota, Florida. Join industry leaders and peers for insightful sessions and networking opportunities.

EDC Governance & Leadership Committee Meeting August 2026

Wed, Aug 12, 2026

A meeting of the Governance & Leadership Committee of the Economic Development Corporation of Sarasota County. Public welcome to participate.

SarasotaCon 2026

Thu, Aug 13, 2026

SarasotaCon is a single-day convention event focused on comics, gaming, and pop culture held at the Carlisle Conference Center in Sarasota, Florida. The event includes gaming tournaments and offers opportunities for vendors and company sponsorships, making it a great place for professional networking within the comics and gaming industry. Convention hours are 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. on Saturday, August 13, 2026.

EDC Finance Committee Meeting August 2026

Upcoming events

Sarasota Paradise USL League One Season Matches

WhiteLeaf Private Concert Club Networking Event

Venetian Waterway/Casperson Beach Walk

Florida State Dance Sport Championships

RINGLING BRIDGE WALK! Now Starting at 6 PM

Florida State Dance Sport Championships

LECOM 2026 Summer CME

FLCMAA August Summer Conference 2026

EDC Governance & Leadership Committee Meeting August 2026

SarasotaCon 2026

EDC Finance Committee Meeting August 2026

EDC Board of Directors Meeting August 2026

Sports Medicine and Orthopedics