Weekend Events October 26–27 Sarasota | Food Festivals, Ballet, Halloween & More

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Sarasota weekend highlights flyer featuring Sarasota Ballet’s Intrinsic, October 24–26, at the FSU Center.

Weekend Events October 26–27 Sarasota | Food Festivals, Ballet, Halloween & More

Sarasota weekend highlights graphic promoting Sarasota Ballet’s Intrinsic program, October 24–26, at FSU Center. Sarasota weekend events flyer for Taste of the Bay and Selby Gardens Spooktacular on October 26. Sarasota weekend events flyer for Bill’s Beer Run and The Sandbox Open Mic, October 26–27.

Planning your weekend around Sarasota? Here are five standout events happening October 26–27 across Sarasota, Lakewood Ranch and nearby coastal spots.

  1. Taste of The Bay — The Bay Park (Oct 26)
    Outdoor culinary festival with local restaurants + live waterfront music. Free admission. 👉 More info & tickets 

  2. Sarasota Ballet “Intrinsic” — FSU Center for the Performing Arts (Oct 26)
    The company opens its season with a mixed-bill performance titled “Intrinsic,” blending beloved classics and world premieres. 👉 More info & tickets

  3. The Sandbox Open Mic — Fogartyville (Oct 27)
    A relaxed, community-focused performance night featuring live local talent in music, poetry & performance. Doors open 6:30 PM. (Bring friends & enjoy the local vibe.) 👉 More info & tickets

  4. Selby Gardens Spooktacular — Family Halloween (Oct 26 | 10 AM–1 PM)
    Crafts, costumes, trick-or-treating — set amid the scenic gardens of Selby. Great for kids, fall photos and fun family memories. 👉 More info & tickets

  5. Bill’s Beer Run — Casey Key (Oct 26)
    A 5-mile themed run along the Gulf + post-race beer & hotdogs — a playful mix of fitness and fun on the coast. (Register ahead & bring your running shoes!) 👉 More info & tickets


Thinking of moving to Sarasota or Lakewood Ranch?
For local expertise and property guidance, contact:
Darren Dowling — Beyond Realty
📞 (941) 204-0493
Let’s explore your next home by the coast. 🏡

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