Community Calendar

Go nose to nose with Big John, the World’s Largest Triceratops, in an immersive and playful dinosaur exhibit at the Glazer Children’s Museum in Downtown Tampa. Whether you have a child at home or not, all are welcome to visit this colossal exhibit, 66 million years in the making.

Our new speaker series, Art, Actually, explores how art intersects with identity, community, and change through conversations with artists, curators, and cultural leaders.

“Art, Actually” is a community-centered speaker series at ACS that explores the role of art in shaping Sarasota’s cultural identity—past, present, and future. Each session highlights the voices of local artists, cultural leaders, and creative thinkers as they reflect on how art connects us, tells our shared stories, and inspires meaningful dialogue. Grounded in Sarasota’s rich artistic legacy, this series celebrates the power of creativity to build community and spark change. $15 for New Friends of the Art Center. Free for Members.

Southeastern Premiere. In this heartwarming tale, a man visits a tailor to have his suit pants let out after realizing he's gained some weight since he last wore them. What starts as a simple alteration turns into a transformative journey. Through their deepening conversations both their lives are altered. A Tailor Near Me is a story of self-discovery, friendship, and the magic of a perfectly tailored suit.

Go nose to nose with Big John, the World’s Largest Triceratops, in an immersive and playful dinosaur exhibit at the Glazer Children’s Museum in Downtown Tampa. Whether you have a child at home or not, all are welcome to visit this colossal exhibit, 66 million years in the making.

Join Museum of the American Arts and Crafts Movement Master Craftsman, Carlos Velasco for this FUN Florida Snowman Fused Glass Class. Fuse colored glass together and create your own work of art. Finished projects are kiln-fired and can be picked up the following week. This 1-hour class on Thursday, December 11, 2025; 10:30-11:30 a.m. Please pre-register online. Non-Members: $75. Members $65. Cost included all equipment and supplies.

Southeastern Premiere. In this heartwarming tale, a man visits a tailor to have his suit pants let out after realizing he's gained some weight since he last wore them. What starts as a simple alteration turns into a transformative journey. Through their deepening conversations both their lives are altered. A Tailor Near Me is a story of self-discovery, friendship, and the magic of a perfectly tailored suit.

Go nose to nose with Big John, the World’s Largest Triceratops, in an immersive and playful dinosaur exhibit at the Glazer Children’s Museum in Downtown Tampa. Whether you have a child at home or not, all are welcome to visit this colossal exhibit, 66 million years in the making.

Museum of the American Arts and Crafts Movement, Intermediate Level class teaches the basics of glass cutting and soldering and much more. Explore leaded glass art further and learn new skills with this fun intermediate level project. Level I class experience is recommended, but not required. Intermediate classes are two sessions: December 12 and 19, 2025, 10am-1pm. Each class lasting 3 hours. Closed toed shoes are required. Please pre-register online.

Santa's Wonderland Festival is bringing together the best Family Entertainment from around Florida with The Best Rides & Games, Food Vendors & Crafters! Get ready to dance and enjoy the beats of Music and Performers on The Stage from your very own Wimauma performers that will leave you mesmerized. FREE SANTA PICTURES ALL 3 DAYS

Foodies, rejoice! Our festival features a wide range of Food Vendors & Food Trucks that will satisfy your every cravings. From gourmet burgers to vegan options, Carnival like Foods and More! We've got it all.

All Of Our Food Vendors Travel All Around The States Serving The Best Of the Best

Tampa Bay’s number one family-friendly Halloween event, Creatures of the Night, returns eerier than ever this fall. Perfect for all ages, the frightful, fun-filled event features howling outdoor experiences, amusing shows, spooky characters, creepy culinary treats and much more on thirteen select nights through October 26!
This year’s event features a new colossal adventure, Mesozoic Mayhem, a bone-chilling scare zone where ancient beasts roam once more and chaos ensues after scientists tamper with nature. Guests encounter life-size dinosaurs, creating an atmosphere filled with excitement and just the right amount of fright that proves that eerie fun never goes extinct.

Creatures of the Night takes place on 13 select nights in September and October from 4pm to 10pm.

Event nights are September 26 (members-only night), September 27, Oct. 3-4, Oct. 10-12, Oct. 17-19, and Oct. 24-26.

General admission tickets after 4PM are $29.95 (Friday & Sunday), $34.95 (Saturday), and can be purchased online at zootampa.org.