Siesta Key has everything going for it. The pristine beaches offer a brilliant opportunity to see the Gulf of Mexico away from the crowds. The year-round warm weather keeps the energy going and the sun pouring down. Siesta Key is right off Sarasota, so visitors can travel off the barrier island and into the city whenever they wish.
But another big selling feature that visitors come far and wide for are the events and activities. Below are some popular and promising Sarasota and Siesta Key events coming up in January that can welcome the New Year in the right way.
The 6th Annual Sarasota Winter Fine Arts Festival
Location: 1784-1790 Main St, Sarasota, FL 34236 (between Osprey and Orange Ave)
The Winter Fine Arts Festival is a showcase for eccentric local art of all types, including jewelry, pottery, and photography. The festival is unique in that it features meet-and-greets and work stations where artists will actually paint, sculpt, and make jewelry all while inviting questions and interaction from visitors.
This festival is one of the most appealing family friendly events in the area. The event is January 13th and 14th from 10am to 5pm. Admission is completely free.
Ringling by the Bay
Location: Bayshore Gardens. 5401 Bay Shore Road, Sarasota
Dance and sing with the Big Z Band at the Ringling Grounds this January. On January 15th, the Ringling Museum curators are hosting a fun musical performance with their Ringling By the Bay series. Tickets are $15 the day of the event. Limited seating is available at the performance hall.
This is a brilliant opportunity to appreciate and explore the famed Ringling Grounds. It features multiple museums, a mansion hall by the water, and stunning vistas of the gulf coast.
The Siesta Key Farmer’s Market
Location: 5104 Ocean Blvd., Siesta Key
If you just want to keep it local and casual, the Siesta Key Farmer’s Market is a perfect choice. Filled with local artisans and craftsmen of all kinds, the market is a local celebration of unique odds and ends you may find scattered through Siesta Key and Sarasota.
You can find truly unique works from local artists, such as: Mike Lee’s magnificent photography on display and sale, the wood-cut work of Tim Steller or the hand-crafted pottery of Lynne Ostroman.
Olive oils, green tea, seashell jewelry, fresh-squeezed juice, hand-painted China, soaps, carved candles, and many other items contribute to the wonderful identity of this popular marketplace. The market is every Sunday from 9am to 1pm, and various events surround it every week.
Classic Antique Car Show, Hot Rods and Customs
Location: St. Armand’s Circle, Sarasota
Classic car enthusiasts will get a ton out of this purely classic car show. The event is at St. Armand’s Circle on Jan 20th. It begins at 10am and ends at 4pm. Vendors will be set up with food for sale in the nearby area and the St. Armand’s Circle shops will be open throughout the event. Admission is free.
Celebrating Celtic with “Ceilidh”
Location: Sarasota Fairgrounds. 3000 Ringling Boulevard, Sarasota
Have you wanted to explore Celtic culture or tap into your Irish roots, but didn’t know how or where to go? “Ceilidh” is a Celtic word akin to social gathering, and it is your opportunity to see and participate in something unique. The event incorporates dancing, singing, food, and some social drinking. Come out and see it all for yourself January 26th, from 7pm to 10pm.
For further information regarding upcoming events or our luxury rentals on Siesta Key, please call us at (941)-349-1125. You can learn about the seasonal events, various things to do on any given day, and other possible vacation experiences on our wonderful and welcoming island home away from home.
