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End of Summer Events and Festivals Around Sarasota and Bradenton
Our real estate agents know that kids and adults alike love to have a "last hurrah" for the summer. No matter if you're more interested in Bradenton homes for sale or Sarasota homes for sale, there are plenty of options. A busy social calendar of summer festivals and events will bring you plenty of surprises before the season ends!
Say Goodbye to Summer with These 2026 Events Around Sarasota and Bradenton
Summerfest at Keel Farms – Plant City, FL
5202 Thonotosassa Road, Plant City, FL 33565
Every Saturday and Sunday through the end of this summer, you can come visit Keel Farms for a full day of fun! Families are welcome to this free event and will receive a wristband for water activities after signing a waiver. Bring your sunscreen, your beach towels, and your swimsuits, and Summerfest at Keel Farms will do the rest!
Some highlights of Keel Farms Summerfest 2026 include:
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Free water slides
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Bounce houses
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Food trucks
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Refreshing drinks
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Fun for the whole family
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A great way to end the summer
Summer Circus Spectacular at the Ringling – Sarasota, FL
5401 Bay Shore Rd., Sarasota, FL, 34243
Summer Circus Spectacular at the Ringling brings back the legendary circus days of yore from July 14 all the way through August 8. This year. This one-hour show features comedy, audience interaction, and some of the best classic circus acts. Plus, it all takes place in a historic venue from the heyday of the Ringling Bros. Circus. Admission to the Historic Circus Galleries is just $5 extra with each $15 (children) or $20 (adult) ticket.
A few of the acts you'll see in this theater-style show include:
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Clowning
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Slack wire
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Juggling
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Aerial spiral
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Duo roller skating and duo trapeze
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Hand balancing
Parrish Park Summerfest – Parrish, FL
7550 Fort Hamer Rd, Parrish, FL, 34219
Parrish Park Summerfest returns this year on August 16 from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. courtesy of the Parrish Civic Association. It's 100% free to the community. It will have a little bit of everything you think of when you think "Florida summer," including special events that adults and kids are sure to love.
Here's some of what you can expect from Parrish Park Summerfest this year:
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Raffles and prizes
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Water slides and more
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Arts and crafts
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Live DJ and music
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Bounce houses
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Local food trucks
The 16th Annual Fabulous Independent Film Festival – Sarasota, FL
506 Burns Ct, Sarasota, FL 34236
The 16th Annual Fabulous Independent Film Festival is a production of the nonprofit Fabulous Arts Foundation and has been a mainstay of the independent cinema scene along Florida's Suncoast. Visitors will gather to enjoy the independent films screened at the historic Burns Theatre, then head down the street for the opening-night reception and filmmaker panels. It's sure to be a night to remember for any local film buff!
The 2026 Suncoast Storytelling Festival
330 5th St N, St. Petersburg, FL 33701
The 2026 Suncoast Storytelling Festival is a celebration of the traditional arts of oral storytelling. Running for a whole month, it includes workshops and "story swap" events during the day and live concerts in the evening. No matter your age or background, you will find a workshop that helps you put your own unique story into words. Prepare to be amazed by your local storytelling community with both comedic and dramatic stories.
Sarasota and Bradenton Are Perfect for a Summer Send-Off
As we bid farewell to summer for another year, Sarasota and Bradenton are waiting for you to discover them. Contact us to find out more or get started.