Events in Sarasota today

Enjoy a free outdoor yoga class led by certified instructor Erin Collins, part of a 2026 community series presented weekly at no cost for the community. Welcoming to complete beginners and seasoned practitioners alike, this one hour practice blends mindful movement and steady breathing while nurturing a community that has gathered for years. The emphasis is on everyday gratitude, personal worth, and releasing unhelpful shame. Participants are invited to arrive as they are, connect with others, and move with intention in the open air. Please bring a yoga mat and water.

Experience gentle, mindful movement at Bayfront Community Center with a session focused on the ancient Chinese practices of Tai Chi and Qigong. These flowing exercises are often described as moving meditation that helps ease daily stress, and they are also known for supporting both body and mind in a restorative way. The class is led by Gail Pettit, a Level 3 Graduate and Certified Teacher of Integral Qigong and Tai Chi who has taught in Sarasota for more than a decade, with an emphasis on community, health, vitality, and inner peace. This activity takes place rain or shine. In the event of poor weather it may move indoors, and if an indoor space is not available it could be cancelled. Any changes to location or status will be shared through The Bay’s calendar and social channels, including Eventbrite, Facebook, and Instagram. Free parking is available around the site and nearby lots generally remain open, though designated Sarasota Orchestra areas should be avoided. Ongoing Town Square construction may alter pedestrian routes between parking and nearby venues, and signs will be posted to guide you, so plan a little extra time to walk. Pets must be non-aggressive, kept on a leash, and owners are responsible for cleanup. To report unsafe behavior, contact the Sarasota Non-Emergency Police at 941-316-1199. Support from Friends of The Bay helps care for the park’s greenspaces and sustains a wide range of community events.

Led by Ryan Weston, this power vinyasa class is vigorous and fluid, cultivating warmth, muscular strength, and concentration. Over 60 minutes, it weaves continuous movement, strength-focused poses, and purposeful breathing to enhance flexibility, endurance, and balance. The pace is lively, with clear cues and options that allow you to modify or level up as needed. Expect uninterrupted flow and breath-led transitions that build resilience by keeping the body supple. Mats are available, and you are welcome to bring your own. Focus areas include strength, flexibility, balance, endurance, and breath.

This afternoon event brings REALTORS together for networking, food, giveaways, and relationship building with trusted Business Partners at RASM's REALTOR expo. Attendees can meet all-star Business Partners, discover products and services that support their work, and build new connections that may lead to future opportunities. Completing the Expo Passport provides a chance to win a $200 gift card grand prize. Advance registration costs $5, and REALTOR members who pre-register are entered for a $50 gift card drawing. Admission at the door is $10. Canned food donations support Harvest House. For every five cans contributed, attendees receive one raffle ticket toward a gift basket filled with local goodies, with unlimited entries available. Considered the association's largest networking event of the year, the focus is on connecting, discovering new resources, and growing your business.

Settle into a relaxed studio experience at The Makery SRQ and learn to build pottery by hand with guidance from Sabine. This adult class focuses on wheel-free techniques such as pinch, coil, and slab construction while you shape functional and sculptural pieces like mugs, bowls, planters, trays, and small artworks. Clear demonstrations pair with plenty of room to experiment, troubleshoot, and develop a personal style, making it welcoming for beginners and engaging for those with experience. Each session emphasizes core skills alongside creative exploration, so you can create new work and deepen your understanding of clay. Materials, glazing, and kiln firings are included, and finished pieces will be fired and available for pickup afterward. Registration is non-refundable because it secures materials, staffing, and workspace. Groups can arrange birthday celebrations, events, or private classes in the studio or at your location with a minimum of 10 students. The Makery sits within The Bazaar on Apricot and Lime, home to many local artisans, with Hamlet’s Eatery and a shaded courtyard and bar just steps from the studio. Expect clay, conversation, and a very satisfying mess.

Free outdoor yoga with certified instructor Erin Collins is offered weekly as a gift to the community. Open to all levels, these sessions welcome first-time yogis and longtime practitioners alike. The experience reaches beyond movement, nurturing a community that has gathered for years to breathe, move, and gently reframe the mind toward everyday gratitude. Participants are encouraged to remember that life is beautiful, that they are worthy, and that the shame game does not serve them. Each hour offers a chance to step outside, connect with others, move with intention, and come home to yourself. Bring a mat, water, and an open heart, and show up just as you are.

Children and their families take part in an interactive storytime and creative workshop that explores nature, kindness, and caring for the planet through engaging tales and a hands-on art activity. Designed with families in mind, the program can be tailored for kids ages 3 to 9, and adult participation is encouraged. The workshop is offered with Marea Saldarriaga, an author, designer, entrepreneur, and yoga instructor with more than two decades of practice and teaching experience. She is known for an inclusive, compassionate approach to movement that supports all ages and abilities, and she has written a children’s book about how sharing and kindness can help heal the world. This experience is part of Pura Vida Weekend at The Bay, a vibrant collection of Latino well-being and cultural activities that bring people together through movement, mindfulness, creative expression, time in nature, and community connection. It also contributes to The Bay’s Hispanic Heritage Month celebration, featuring a lively mix of no-cost offerings such as performances, movies, and wellness sessions, presented with support from High Foundation. Know before you go: Complimentary parking is available in designated lots. Use the 10th Street roundabout for vehicle entry. The park remains open during construction, though some paths and parking areas may be temporarily closed. Pets must be leashed and owners are expected to clean up after them.

Jazz vocalist Suzanne Lucas brings an intimate night of music and story to Asolo Repertory Theatre. With a deeply soulful voice and a gift for shaping narratives through song, she offers a live performance that centers on love, life, and the bonds that connect us. The evening pairs expressive jazz with personal storytelling, encouraging unhurried listening and genuine feeling. Grounded in heartfelt sincerity, this concert is crafted to linger long after the final note.

The Sunday Taco ride continues into its summer stretch on the Legacy Trail, offering a relaxed, do-it-your-way cycling experience centered around taco stops. 3 Bridges Brewing and Pigfish, located inside Calusa Brewing, will be serving tacos on Sundays throughout the season. Finish a long morning spin with a celebratory plate, or meet friends for tacos first and then cruise to a few other refreshment spots. This open format welcomes riders of all paces and styles, building a new Sunday tradition along the trail. A Legacy Taco Ride group page is available to connect with others to ride with or to organize your own group.