Sarasota Events 2026-2027
Your guide to live events and things to do in Sarasota, FL, and nearby areas.
- Updated: November 13, 2026
Events take place across Sarasota throughout 2026, including major concerts, sports, and live performances happening every week. Browse by date, venue, or category to find what’s happening near you.
- 344 Upcoming Events
- 7 Events This Weekend
- 14 Event Venues
- 8 Event Categories
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- All Events 344
- sports 15
- concerts 25
- broadway 120
- Live Shows 272
- comedy 32
- family 105
- This Weekend 7
- festivals 4
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Browse events in 2026 by date and venue, including concerts, shows, sports, and more across the city and nearby areas.- Nov 13, 2026, 6:30 PM Fri — COMEDY: L.A. Hardy at McCurdy's Comedy Theatre,
1923 Ringling Blvd, Sarasota, FL 34236, US. From $52, Avg. price ~ $64, Tickets Available: 189. Select Seats
- Nov 13, 2026, 7:00 PM Fri — Concert: Blank Space - Taylor Swift Tribute at Van Wezel Performing Arts Hall • 1743 seats,
777 N. Tamiami Trail, Sarasota, FL 34236, US. From $71, Avg. price ~ $113, Tickets Available: 190. Select Seats
- Nov 13, 2026, 8:45 PM Fri — POP / ROCK: Lakeview at Joyland Live,
8341 Lockwood Ridge Road, Sarasota, FL 34243, US. From $52, Avg. price ~ $83, 18 tickets remaining! Select Seats
- Nov 14, 2026, 6:30 PM Sat — COMEDY, Weekend Event: L.A. Hardy at McCurdy's Comedy Theatre,
1923 Ringling Blvd, Sarasota, FL 34236, US. From $52, Avg. price ~ $63, Tickets Available: 227. Select Seats
- Nov 14, 2026, 7:00 PM Sat — Concert, High Demand, Weekend Event, Pay Later Available: David Foster & Katharine McPhee at Van Wezel Performing Arts Hall • 1743 seats,
777 N. Tamiami Trail, Sarasota, FL 34236, US. From $192, Avg. price ~ $951, Tickets Available: 47. Select Seats
- Nov 14, 2026, 8:50 PM Sat — COMEDY, Weekend Event: L.A. Hardy at McCurdy's Comedy Theatre,
1923 Ringling Blvd, Sarasota, FL 34236, US. From $53, Avg. price ~ $61, Tickets Available: 74. Select Seats
- Nov 15, 2026, 7:00 PM Sun — COMEDY, Weekend Event: L.A. Hardy at McCurdy's Comedy Theatre,
1923 Ringling Blvd, Sarasota, FL 34236, US. From $52, Avg. price ~ $63, Tickets Available: 314. Select Seats
- Nov 18, 2026, 2:00 PM Wed — MUSICAL / PLAY: Ahoy-Hoy at Urbanite Theatre,
1487 2nd Street, Sarasota, FL 34236, US. From $73, Avg. price ~ $84, 24 tickets remaining! Select Seats
- Nov 18, 2026, 7:00 PM Wed — Concert, High Demand: Floyd Nation at Van Wezel Performing Arts Hall • 1743 seats,
777 N. Tamiami Trail, Sarasota, FL 34236, US. From $52, Avg. price ~ $191, Tickets Available: 393. Select Seats
- Nov 19, 2026, 7:00 PM Thu — COMEDY: Ron Feingold at McCurdy's Comedy Theatre,
1923 Ringling Blvd, Sarasota, FL 34236, US. From $50, Avg. price ~ $61, Tickets Available: 202. Select Seats
- Nov 20, 2026, 6:15 PM Fri — Concert: Candlelight: Tribute to Michael Jackson at St. Boniface Episcopal Church,
5615 Midnight Pass Road, Sarasota, FL 34242, US. From $84, Avg. price ~ $115, Tickets Available: 97. Select Seats
- Nov 20, 2026, 6:30 PM Fri — COMEDY: Ron Feingold at McCurdy's Comedy Theatre,
1923 Ringling Blvd, Sarasota, FL 34236, US. From $50, Avg. price ~ $60, Tickets Available: 155. Select Seats
- Nov 20, 2026, 7:30 PM Fri — MUSICAL / PLAY: Ahoy-Hoy at Urbanite Theatre,
1487 2nd Street, Sarasota, FL 34236, US. From $73, Avg. price ~ $84, 24 tickets remaining! Select Seats
- Nov 20, 2026, 8:30 PM Fri — Concert: Candlelight: Queen vs. ABBA Tribute at St. Boniface Episcopal Church,
5615 Midnight Pass Road, Sarasota, FL 34242, US. From $88, Avg. price ~ $130, Tickets Available: 50. Select Seats
- Nov 20, 2026, 8:50 PM Fri — COMEDY: Ron Feingold at McCurdy's Comedy Theatre,
1923 Ringling Blvd, Sarasota, FL 34236, US. From $50, Avg. price ~ $61, Tickets Available: 202. Select Seats
- Nov 21, 2026, 2:00 PM Sat — MUSICAL / PLAY, Weekend Event: Ahoy-Hoy at Urbanite Theatre,
1487 2nd Street, Sarasota, FL 34236, US. From $73, Avg. price ~ $84, 21 tickets remaining! Select Seats
- Nov 21, 2026, 2:00 PM Sat — CIRCUS, Best Value, Weekend Event: Wonderland Circus at Wonderland Big Top - Sarasota,
191 University Town Center Dr, Sarasota, FL 34243, US. From $35, Avg. price ~ $88, Tickets Available: 633. Select Seats
- Nov 21, 2026, 6:15 PM Sat — Concert, Weekend Event: Candlelight: Tribute to The Beatles at St. Boniface Episcopal Church,
5615 Midnight Pass Road, Sarasota, FL 34242, US. From $71, Avg. price ~ $122, Tickets Available: 99. Select Seats
- Nov 21, 2026, 6:30 PM Sat — COMEDY, Weekend Event: Ron Feingold at McCurdy's Comedy Theatre,
1923 Ringling Blvd, Sarasota, FL 34236, US. From $50, Avg. price ~ $63, Tickets Available: 182. Select Seats
- Nov 21, 2026, 7:00 PM Sat — CIRCUS, Best Value, Weekend Event: Wonderland Circus at Wonderland Big Top - Sarasota,
191 University Town Center Dr, Sarasota, FL 34243, US. From $35, Avg. price ~ $87, Tickets Available: 557. Select Seats
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From long-running shows to packed venues, this list breaks down what’s playing across Sarasota. Check schedules, event counts, and upcoming dates by show and location.
Frequently Asked Questions
What events are happening in Sarasota right now?
A little bit of everything — concerts, shows, sports, comedy. Sarasota rarely sits still. Check the schedule above to see what’s happening today, this week, or whenever you finally make plans.
How often is the event schedule updated?
Pretty often — like, more than your group chat actually commits to plans. New events get added as soon as dates and venues are confirmed.
Can I browse events by date or venue?
Yep. Filter by date, venue, or category and skip the endless scrolling. Your future self will appreciate it.
Are events held year-round in Sarasota?
Yeah — Sarasota doesn’t really take a season off. There’s always something going on, even when the weather’s doing its thing.
Where do events take place in Sarasota?
Everywhere — arenas, theaters, stadiums, clubs, and venues across Sarasota, FL. Big stages, small stages, and everything in between.
Do new events get added regularly?
All the time. If a tour drops or a game gets scheduled, it usually shows up here faster than you hear about it from friends.
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About American Arenas®
American Arenas® is a live-events platform that connects event schedules, venues, and ticket options through trusted marketplace partners. Listings are updated regularly as new events and dates are confirmed, helping users discover what’s happening and explore available ticket options across concerts, sports, shows, and more.