This weekend in Venice, FL

Nokomis Beach Yoga offers a welcoming practice right on the sand, with variations to support newcomers and seasoned practitioners alike. Expect a calm, encouraging setting that emphasizes strength, flexibility, balance, mobility, and overall well-being. Bring a beach blanket or towel, water, and comfortable clothing, and leave the yoga mat at home. Classes operate on a donation basis, with contributions accepted in cash or through Venmo. After crossing the bridge, turn left and look for the shark tooth concession stand, the group meets on the beach in front of it.

Shop Local North Port Market is a family-friendly community market featuring local vendors, live music, farm-fresh foods, handmade goods, and food creators. Admission and parking are free. The market runs Saturdays from 8:30 AM to noon throughout the year.

America’s Boating Course is an in-person class that covers essential skills for safe time on the water and meets Florida’s boating education requirements. Thanks to a grant from the Charlotte County Marine Advisory Committee, there is no cost to attend. Completing a boating course can help reduce the risk of accidents and injuries, may lower boat insurance premiums, and qualifies participants for the Florida Boater Education Card, which is required for some operators of boats powered by 10 horsepower or more. The program spans 12 hours and includes an introduction to using local nautical charts to build confidence in navigation. For more information or to register, call 941-584-5993 or email education@AmericasBoatingClubPeaceRiver.org.

This shore dive explores the shallow waters of the Gulf in search of ancient shark teeth on the sea floor. After the dive, participants unwind on the beach with fellow divers and share a barbecue-style lunch.

At The Artistic Flip Flop, explore a hands-on workshop devoted to crafting an impressionistic butterfly with specialty handmade papers and mixed media. Guided by artist Kiera Light, participants will create a unique piece using torn Agave paper from Thailand and Kozo paper made from mulberry bark, add sculpted texture with molding paste, and finish with real dried flowers, beads, and additional embellishments. All materials are included, and beginners are welcome. The cost is $65. The displayed image serves as an example of what can be made. Kiera is a mixed paper and plant fiber artist who shares how natural fibers combine with other media to produce striking results, and she accepts commissions with work available for purchase at the Cottage in Nokomis. Due to limited space and advance preparation, the class is nonrefundable. If attendance becomes impossible, another person may take your place.

Kick off a new school year with a lively bash featuring refreshments, no-cost school supplies, and chances to win prizes along with other giveaways. Bring your crew for a fun, easy way to get ready for school while picking up a few essentials.

Celebrate the tail end of summer with a family friendly backyard bash where people and pups can share a nostalgic evening of favorite foods, cool drinks, and lighthearted rivalries as the sun goes down. Adults can sip pouch cocktails, while the PopDawgs Food Truck lets guests build their own hot dogs with toppings such as chili and cheese. The grill will be busy with burgers, and classic sides like crisp watermelon and sweet corn round out the menu. Friendly competition takes center stage with a hot dog eating showdown that challenges participants to finish the most in ten minutes. Four legged sprinters can dash in wiener dog races held on the plaza. Teams can face off in a cornhole tournament alongside other backyard games, with sign ups opening soon. Live music from the Jesse Daniels Band keeps the energy high, and a splash zone offers a way to cool off with water guns, plunge pools, slides, and more. Admission and parking are free. Outside food and drinks are not allowed. Concessions operate cashless. Dogs are welcome on the plaza. Guests are encouraged to bring chairs and blankets.

Rooted in Florida’s coastal culture, this beach drum circle blends rhythm, dancing, and a warm sense of community against a sunset backdrop. Head to the drum circle area on Nokomis Beach near the main beach access, bring a chair, blanket, or a drum if you have one, and enjoy the lively atmosphere. Everyone is welcome, whether you want to add your beat or simply relax and listen. This event is not hosted or sponsored by Cabana Bay RV Resort.

Facilitated by Jocelyn Hoch, this gathering invites participants into a sacred space aligned with the Lionsgate Portal, a moment associated with heightened intuition, remembrance, and connection with the divine. The experience begins with ceremonial cacao to soften the heart and nurture deep presence, then moves into a guided shamanic journey supported by sound and clear intention. Attendees are gently led beyond everyday awareness into expanded states of consciousness where personal healing, fresh insight, and soul-level guidance may emerge. The container centers alignment with the higher self, the release of what no longer serves, and a renewed remembrance of one’s soul path. This offering is open to anyone who feels called.

Learn how to create perfect wine and cheese pairings with Total Wine & More. This session walks through how different wines and cheeses work together, with guidance on which cheeses tend to pair best with different styles of wine. The event runs from 5:00 PM to 6:30 PM, and admission is $20.

A musician will play a set of songs and create a relaxed hangout vibe.

This family-friendly bowling night brings the CDBIA community together at Treasure Lanes for strikes and spares, lighthearted competition, and time to connect away from the office and jobsite. All experience levels are welcome, whether aiming for a perfect game or just trying to steer clear of the gutter. Expect plenty of laughs, good company, and memories to take home.

Snowblind pays powerful tribute to Black Sabbath, channeling the shadowy mood, crushing riffs, and unfiltered intensity of classic heavy metal. Drawing on the Ozzy Osbourne era, the band delivers a fierce live set that transports listeners to Sabbath’s early heyday. Anthems such as Iron Man, Black Sabbath, and War Pigs roar to life as Snowblind recreates the sound, style, and spirit of one of rock’s most influential bands.

Enjoy a hilarious, exuberant musical comedy at Venice Theatre. Head Over Heels follows a royal family on an outrageous journey to save their beloved kingdom from extinction. Note that the production includes mature themes related to gender identity and sexual expression, so audience discretion is advised.

Catch Occasions live at T J Carney's in Venice. The show is scheduled to start at 8:00 PM.

Nokomis Beach Yoga offers accessible sessions on the sand, with Saturdays and Sundays throughout the summer plus a Thursday sunset option. Classes focus on strength, flexibility, balance, mobility, and overall well-being in a relaxed and supportive setting. They are suitable for beginners and experienced practitioners, with options for different abilities. No mat is needed. Participants can bring a beach blanket or towel, water, and comfortable clothing. These are donation-based classes, with cash or Venmo accepted. To find the spot, head left after crossing the bridge, look for the shark tooth concession stand, and the group meets on the beach in front of it.

Cycle Springs Powersports is organizing a SeaDoo social ride that departs from the Train Depot Boat Ramp in Venice and heads south to the Boca Grande sandbar for a full day on the water. The ride is led by SeaDoo Ambassador AquaDan together with a Cycle Springs SeaDoo ambassador. Anglers can opt into an afternoon fishing excursion in the waters around Boca Grande with FishPro Ambassador Camilo Velasco. Pack a lunch and bring your ski for a day of adventure and fellowship.

Enjoy bingo at Knights Hall in a warm, welcoming setting. Open to the public, it features a 50/50 drawing and door prizes. Game packages include 12 games with options starting at $10. A snack bar will be available with hot dogs, chips, donuts, cakes, soda, and ice cream.

Support the Venice Vikings by enjoying a meal at Chipotle. During this fundraiser, 25% of event sales will be donated to the Venice Vikings to benefit the football and cheer program. Bring family, friends, and teammates, and know that every burrito, bowl, taco, and salad adds to the total. This offer applies at the Venice location only. Show a digital or printed flyer when ordering in person, or enter promo code 7H7PAB8 when placing a pickup order in advance.