| Jill French · REAL Broker · Sarasota & Bradenton |
July 2026 |
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Your Monthly Sarasota Fun Guide
July is HERE — and
Sarasota is putting on a show!
From 4th of July fireworks over the bay to circus acts, summer movie nights, and laser light shows — it doesn't get more fun than a summer on the Suncoast. Here's everything you won't want to miss this month! 🌴
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Hey there! 👋 It's Jill — and I wanted to pop into your inbox with something a little different this month. Whether you're a year-round local or you've got your bags packed for a Sarasota summer escape, I've rounded up the very best things happening right now. This is honestly one of the most exciting Julys I can remember — especially with America's 250th birthday falling on a Saturday this year. Let's make the most of it!
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🎆 Fourth of July — America's 250th! |
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JUL 3
FREE
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Spirit of '76 Block Party 🎉
Selby Five Points Park · 7–10 p.m.
Kick off the holiday weekend a night early with this free city block party celebrating America's 250th! Live music, community vibes, and the perfect warm-up for the big show the next night.
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JUL 3
⭐ PICK
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Fireworks on the Lake 🎆
Nathan Benderson Park · 5–10 p.m. · Fireworks ~9:15 p.m.
Start the 4th a day early! Live music from 5:30 p.m., food trucks, a Mote Marine kids' zone, and a Pops Orchestra concert from 8–9:30 p.m. — then fireworks light up the lake in a grand finale. General admission is free (paid parking). VIP Finish Tower tickets available for the full upgrade experience.
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JUL 4
FREE
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🎇 Bayfront Fireworks Over Sarasota Bay
Bayfront Park · Fireworks at 9 p.m. sharp · FREE
THE big one. Thousands gather along the downtown waterfront for one of the Gulf Coast's most iconic 4th of July displays — reflecting off Sarasota Bay with the city skyline behind you. This year is extra special with America's 250th birthday. Grab a blanket, get there by 8 p.m. for a good spot, and enjoy. Totally free. 🇺🇸
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JUL 4
FREE
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Siesta Key Community Fireworks 🏖️
Siesta Beach · 8–9:30 p.m. · Fireworks at dusk
Can't beat this for setting — fireworks over the world's best white sand beach, hosted by the Siesta Key Chamber of Commerce. Community-funded and completely free. Spread out on the sand and watch the sky light up. 🌟
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🎪 Family Fun All Month Long |
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JUL 1– AUG 8
TICKETS
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Summer Circus Spectacular 🤸
The Ringling · Historic Asolo Theater · Shows: 11am, 2pm & 5pm · $20 Adults / $15 Kids
The Ringling Museum teams up with the Circus Arts Conservatory to bring world-class circus acts to Sarasota's stunning Historic Asolo Theater. Running all the way through August 8th — three shows daily, perfect for any weekend this month. Kids absolutely love it, but honestly so do the adults! 🎩
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SUN NIGHTS
$3–$7
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Summer Movie Nights at CoolToday Park 🎬
CoolToday Park · Sundays in July · Starts 5 p.m. · Parking Free
Movies on the ballpark scoreboard — how fun is that?! This Sunday July 19th features Lilo & Stitch. Grab a stadium seat, the kids will be thrilled. Tickets just $3–$7 and free parking. 🍿
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ALL JULY
KIDS
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Summer Science Camp at The Bishop 🔬
Bishop Museum of Science & Nature · Bradenton · All of July
Keep the kids learning (and having a blast!) all summer. The Bishop's Summer Science Camp runs all July with daily exploration, crafts, games, and snacks. A fantastic option for families with school-age kids. 🧪
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🎵 Nights Out & Live Music |
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THU– SAT
$15
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Laser Light Nights at The Bishop 🔮
Bishop Museum · Bradenton · Thur–Sat through Sept · Shows 7 & 9 p.m. · $15
Think: concert experience inside a dome with full laser visuals from every angle. Queen, The Beatles, Taylor Swift, Metallica, Elton John... the lineup rotates weekly so every visit is different. Loud, fun, and totally unlike anything else in the area. Definitely one for date night! 💜
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THRU JUL 12
THEATER
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Leaving on a Jet Plane: A Folk Journey ✈️
Florida Studio Theatre · Through July 12
A musical journey through the folk era — warm, nostalgic, and beautifully performed at FST. Catch it before it closes July 12th. A wonderful evening out for music lovers. 🎸
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FRI– SAT
FREE
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Free Live Music at Waterside Place 🎶
Waterside Place, Lakewood Ranch · Fri & Sat evenings · FREE
Free live music every Friday and Saturday evening at Lakewood Ranch's lakefront plaza. Grab a chair, grab a drink from one of the waterfront spots, and enjoy the views of Kingfisher Lake as the sun goes down. A perfect low-key summer evening. 🌅
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📍 A Note From Jill
This is such a special time to be in Sarasota — and honestly, it's one of the reasons people fall in love with this area and never want to leave! If you're visiting and thinking it might be time to make it permanent (or snag that second home before season hits), I'd love to chat. The summer market has some real opportunity right now. 😊
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