Sarasota Balloon Festival March 8 – 11

Balloon Festival Sarasota

Sarasota’s biggest event for the whole family!

On March 8 – 11, Sarasota will have a hot air balloon festival! The event  will take place on Lakewood Ranch, about 30 miles North of our vacation home in Venice, Villa Happy Gator and is a combination of mass balloon ascents, competition flying, static displays and tethered rides.

In addition to balloon activities the event features a large carnival, entertainment on stage, retail vendors, food vendors, an arts and crafts area plus many more activities for a family day out. Admission will be free.

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11th Annual Downtown Venice Craft Festival

Venice Craft Festival
Come to Downtown Venice to browse and purchase a wide variety of ceramics, jewelry, stained glass, metal works and much more. The fantastic Green Market offers live flora, freshly popped kettle corn, gourmet spices, and sauces. Come meet and visit with some of the nation’s best crafters, as you stroll along downtown Venice.
When:       January 27th + 28th 2018 – 10 am to 5 pm
Where:     220 Miami Ave W. in Venice, FL
Cost:         Free Admission