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

 

 

 

Gold Rush BBQ – “THE” BBQ In Venice

Gold Rush Venice

 

Gold Rush BBQ is an award winning family owned and operated restaurant. The welcoming atmosphere in gold mining theme, nice selection of Beer, Wine, Sangria and our famous Sweet Tea and of course the excellent variety of dry rubbed, hickory smoked and gluten free, Ribs, Chicken, Pulled Pork, Beef Brisket, great sandwiches, burgers, steaks and fresh seafood make the one of the top addresses in Venice for the whole family.

Gold Rush BBQ is located 661 Tamiami Trail S., Venice, FL 34285. Call for reservation (941) 483-3137.

For reviews you may check Restaurantji

Guided Shell Hunting In Nokomis – Jan 13 – 9 am

Shell Hunting in Venice

Enjoy a guided shelling tour of beautiful Casey Key beach. Drive 20 minutes north from our Villa Happy Gator in Venice and meet with people who know exactly how to spot the findest natural treasures – unique shells, shark teeth, driftwood, sea urchins, sand dollars and more. Get directions here.

 

 

 

Beach Bar And Restaurant – Sharky’s is THE Place in Venice

Sharkys Beach Bar in Venice

Sharky’s is a great beach bar and restaurant directly at Venice Beach. They offer all sorts of drinks and great food. Enjoy the sunsets and have fun. The location is simply unbeatable.

It doesn’t matter if you’re a local Florida Cracker, visiting grandma or grandpa, or just vacationing in Venice, FL…this is the perfect place for you!

For directions, menu and events go to their website sharkysonthepier.com.

Why I Love Venice Florida

Caspersen Beach Venice Florida

Are you looking for a new favorite place? Visit us in Venice!

“Just south of Sarasota along Florida’s white-sanded Gulf Coast, Venice offers 14 miles of beaches from Casey Key to Manasota Key and plenty of recreational opportunities, including swimming, sunbathing, fishing and boating.” (Visit Florida)

Watch this Video Clip from “Visit Florida”. VISIT FLORIDA, the state’s official tourism marketing corporation, serves as Florida’s official source for travel planning to visitors across the globe.

Venice Seafood & Music Festival

Venice Seafood and Music Festival

May 5-6, 2018, Venice, FL

Join great people for great food, music, arts and crafts, and drinks at the 2nd Annual Venice Seafood & Music Festival in Centennial Park on May 5-6, 2018.  Hours are Saturday and Sunday 11 am – 8pm.

The event is a unique blending of food, music and visual entertainment affording attendees a potpourri of delectable seafood creations and delicious drinks prepared by the top restaurants in Venice. Read more…

 

Our Piece of Paradise in South Venice – The “Private Beach”

Villa Happy Gator - Private Beach

Come and visit our piece of paradise! 3 miles of pristine beaches, natural landscape, and quiet surroundings are waiting for you. Take a walk along the beach shoreline, look for some shells or find some of the world famous fossil shark teeth. Refresh yourself in the clear blue ocean, maybe do some snorkeling or paddling or simply sit at the beach and enjoy the relaxing atmosphere of this unspoilt piece of nature.

It is a great feeling. Once you walk across the boardwalk from the ferry dock to the “private beach”, you are in a different world.

The pass for the private ferry, that starts only 3 minutes away from your vacation home, is provided for free to our guests.

 

Do You Like Farmer’s Markets? Visit Venice Florida!

Farmers_Market_Venice

Every Saturday Morning, local Farmers, Fisherman, Craftsmen, Bakers, Artists and others gather at the Venice Farmer’s Market located in the heart of historic downtown Venice, Florida. Get the best fresh seasonal Florida fruits and vegetables directly from the Venice area farms.

Located at 200 W Tampa Ave Venice, FL
8 – 12 am each Saturday
Parking is free

www.thevenicefarmersmarket.com

 

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Historic Village of Boca Grande has natural beauty and Old Florida charm

Boca Grande Florida

 

How about a trip into the Florida of yesteryear? Cross the 3 bridges of the Boca Grande Causeway, just  30 minutes south of Villa Happy Gator and step into a piece of paradise. A historic district with charming old houses, a lighthouse with a small museum and miles of pristine beaches will make your trip unforgettable. Read more here.

Boca Gande Lighthouse

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