Lido Pool reopens

The Lido Pool has been repaired and is open to the public.

12/16/2021 3:28 PM

City offices to observe Christmas, New Year’s holidays

City administration offices will be closed Thursday, Dec. 23, and Friday, Dec. 24, in observance of Christmas and Friday, Dec. 31, for New Year’s Day.

12/16/2021 9:00 AM

Fresh Fridays to bring "Dance under the Stars" to Palm Avenue

To help usher in a new year of joy and success, Fresh Fridays presents DANCE UNDER THE STARS on January 7th from 8-11 p.m.

12/16/2021 8:00 AM

Winter Break camp offered at Arlington Park

Registration is now open for Winter Break camp at Arlington Park and Aquatic Complex, 2650 Waldemere Street, for children ages 6-12.

12/16/2021 7:30 AM

Fresh Friday sets stage to dance under the stars

As the City of Sarasota and the Downtown Improvement District look to up the fun and engagement with the Fresh Fridays series, they announce the new theme for the January 7th edition of the first-Friday initiative.

12/13/2021 5:27 PM

Lido Pavilion restroom renovations completed

The newly refurbished restrooms at Lido Pavilion are now open to the public, marking the completion of this extensive renovation project.

12/10/2021 11:00 AM

Get ready to shop, stroll, and sing in the snow!

ike a kid on the eve of opening presents, we can hardly contain our excitement for SHOP STROLL SING! But even though we won’t be sleeping between now and Friday night, we hope you rest up to SHOP, STROLL, and SING! on State Street from 8-11 p.m.

12/01/2021 3:16 PM

City to share update on Bayfront Park playground, splash pad design

The City of Sarasota will share an update on the design for a new Bayfront Park playground and splash pad at an upcoming public meeting.

12/01/2021 1:05 PM

Road Closures for Sarasota Holiday Parade – Saturday, December 4, 2021

The 25th annual Downtown Sarasota Holiday Parade will be held on Saturday, December 4, 2021, at 7 p.m. The parade will begin at Main Street and U.S. 301 in downtown Sarasota. The parade will end at J.D. Hamel Park at Main Street and Gulfstream Avenue.

11/29/2021 8:47 AM

No Swim advisory lifted for Bird Key Park

Sarasota County health officials have lifted a “No Swim” advisory after a water resample came back with a satisfactory result.

11/24/2021 10:20 AM

City offices closed for Thanksgiving holiday

City of Sarasota administrative offices will be closed Thursday, Nov. 25, and Friday, Nov. 26, in observance of the Thanksgiving holiday.

11/24/2021 8:00 AM

Kids & Officers Promoting Solidarity

11/22/2021 2:28 PM

City seeking applicants for advisory board openings

Interested in volunteering your time and expertise and giving back to the community?

11/16/2021 10:00 AM

Accessibility survey now available online

In keeping with its ongoing efforts to serve all members of the public, the City of Sarasota is seeking input from the community about accessibility in our community via an online survey that is now available.

11/15/2021 7:00 AM

Veterans Day Parade set for Thursday, Nov. 11

The City of Sarasota, in conjunction with the Sarasota Patriotic Observance Committee, will host its annual Veterans Day Parade and Ceremony on Thursday, Nov. 11.

11/10/2021 2:30 PM

City administrative offices closed Nov. 11 for Veterans Day

City administrative offices will be closed Thursday, Nov. 11, in observance of the Veterans Day holiday.

11/10/2021 8:30 AM

Lido Pool temporarily closed

The Lido Pool is temporarily closed for repairs. It is unknown at this time when the pool will reopen.

11/09/2021 2:22 PM

Public Art Master Plan community survey now open

The City of Sarasota Office of Public Art is seeking community feedback via a new public art survey now available online.

11/08/2021 10:00 AM

New Mayor and Vice Mayor selected

District 3 Commissioner Erik Arroyo was selected by the City Commission today during a statutory meeting to serve as Mayor for the next year and District 1 Commissioner Kyle Battie was selected to serve as Vice Mayor.

11/05/2021 2:13 PM

City, Downtown Improvement District kick off inaugural Fresh Fridays Nov. 5

The inaugural Fresh Fridays celebration, “Best Night Ever,” kicks off Friday, Nov. 5 from 8 p.m. – 11 p.m. under the stars rain or shine in downtown Sarasota with live entertainment, dazzling light displays and plentiful food opportunities in a pedestrian-only area.

11/04/2021 10:12 AM