Local entertainment

 Every Thursday from October thru May from 9 AM -1 PM, the best local growers and food artisans in our region gather at the Olde Englewood Village Farmer's Market located at the Pioneer Plaza, in the heart of the Old Englewood Village on Dearborn St., Florida. It's THE event of the week where you can shop for local and organic fresh Florida produce directly from local farmers, finds wild-caught Florida seafood from local fisherman, select from numerous gourmet bakers including gluten-free, taste, and sample international artisan food creations, discover the amazing selection of flowers, plants and trees from our green space vendors, and of course enjoy the music and ambiance of a true food and agricultural market experience. It’s a great destination to meet your friends and neighbors, shop, and enjoy our fantastic Florida weather!  

  Lemon Bay Playhouse is Englewood, Florida's community theater, providing live performances throughout the year. You can see a listing of our current offerings on our website. Lemon Bay Playhouse is a very popular venue, so book your tickets as early as you can at Lemon Bay Playhouse

  Come be a part of a weekend of total fun, good food, great music and – relaxation!  Join us March 10-12, 2023 for the premiere of the Englewood Shrimp & Music Festival. The event is to be held at Englewood Plaza at 200 S. Indiana Ave (SR 776) in Englewood, Florida. Hours are Friday 4pm-10pm, Saturday 11am-10pm and Sunday 11am-6pm. Admission is FREE for all ages.  More information can be found here

 22nd Annual Downtown Venice Art Classic
Saturday, March 4th, 2023 from 10:00am to 5:00pm
Sunday, March 5th, 2023 from 10:00am to 5:00pm
Downtown Venice: 100-300 West Venice Avenue
Free Admission

Vibrant downtown Venice will transform into an art-lover’s Mecca during the Downtown Venice Art Classic. The festival is designed to create a festive art marketplace experience for both the collector and first-time buyer. Juried artists hailing from across the country will set up booths, gallery-style along West Venice Avenue on Saturday and Sunday from 10 am to 5 pm. Residents and visitors are invited to stroll amidst life-size sculptures, spectacular paintings, one-of-a-kind jewels, photography, ceramics and more during the free, outdoor event. Located on Florida’s west coast in Sarasota County, Venice is a town on the Gulf of Mexico, filled with historic charm, natural beauty, and independently owned shops and restaurants. Whether you like shopping in the unique stores of the downtown Venice Main Street district, or prefer golfing, boating, or other recreational activities, Venice has it all.

 FOODIES AND FUN-SEEKERS MARK YOUR CALENDARS!
The 16th Annual Forks & Corks Food and Wine Festival is scheduled for next April, with a multi-day menu of events, ranging from the always popular University Master Classes, and a bountiful selection of Wine Dinners from which to choose. Plans for 2023 include the return of the famous Grand Tasting at The Ringling Museum of Art and Monday's Trade Tasting, exclusively available for local industry professionals. More information can be found here.

Head to Venice to check out the 34th Annual Venice Italian Feast & Carnival!

Information can be found here