Sarasota Insider … March 2023

Every Sunday

Sarasota Polo Club

There is no way better to enjoy your Sundays than watching the classic game of polo. Join thousands of fans each week for exciting polo action, an opening parade, a live national anthem, theme weeks, halftime entertainment, food, drinks and traditional divot stomping.

March 3

Garden to Plate Wine Dinner

Selby Gardens Downtown Sarasota campus is having a casually elegant outdoor Garden to Plate dining experience! Enjoy fine wines selected by Michael Klauber that complement a multi-course dinner personally designed by Phil Mancini.

March 4

Southeastern Guide Dogs Walkathon

This free, family-friendly event includes a 3K walk and a Waggin’ Tails Festival with upbeat music, delicious food, a beer garden, a variety of vendors and an exciting raffle drawing. All proceeds go to efforts of training guide dogs.

March 5

Taste of Punta Gorda and Beyond

The Rotary Club of Punta Gorda hosts its 15th annual Taste of Punta Gorda and Beyond at Laishley Park. This event features leading restaurants from Punta Gorda and nearby communities serving “tastes” of signature dishes.

March 7-8

Crosley Estate Historical Open House

Come see the historic Powel Crosley Estate during their open house, open to the public! Powel Crosley was one of America’s best inventors, industrialists and entrepreneurs of his time. Throughout the open house, you will even see some of his radios and other memorabilia.

March 11-12

Lakewood Ranch Fine Art Festival

Come discover an incredible outdoor gallery of original, handmade works by artisans from across America, only shown in Lakewood Ranch for these two days. Explore art created in painting, sculpting, jewelry, photography, glass, ceramics, fiber and wearable art, mixed media, woodworking, and much more.

March 14-15

On Your Feet!

The inspiring true story about heart, heritage and two people who believed in their talent — and each other — to become an international sensation: Gloria and Emilio Estefan. Now their story is an all-new exhilarating original musical winning the hearts of critics and audiences alike. Don’t miss out on an amazing show!

March 17

Fishermen’s Village St. Patrick’s Day Celebration

Fisherman’s Village is having authentic Irish music and dance throughout the day at Dry Beach and Center Court beginning at noon and continuing until 9 p.m. Featuring The Black Velvet Band, Drake Irish Dance, Punta Gorda Bagpipers, Irish musician Jeff Walton, Emily Ann and Kel Thompson. Special appearance by the Leprechaun.

March 17

Main Street Live! Downtown Bradenton

This series is the public street block party in downtown Bradenton. All of Historic Main Street is closed for vendors, local food trucks line the streets and live music plays throughout the night. This month’s theme is St. Patrick’s Day, so enjoy a whole night of Irish celebrations!

March 17

St. Patrick’s Day at Main Street

Come celebrate St. Patrick’s Day with McGrath’s Irish Ale House and Ed’s Tavern on Lakewood Ranch Main Street. There will be a lot of Irish food and beer, live music and games and entertainment for the kids. Do not miss this day packed full of Irish cheer!

March 18

Veg Head Music & Wine Festival

The Veg Head Music & Wine Festival features veggie and vegan food trucks/vendors, live jam bands on stage all day, wine sampling from wineries across Central Florida and beyond and a spring indie market featuring 60-plus local artisans and more!

March 25

My Hometown Fest 2023

The 8th annual biggest and best block party is back. Enjoy free samples of regional food favorites prepared by dozens of Sarasota-Manatee restaurants, plus free craft beer and spirit samples from local and regional breweries and great live music by Kettle of Fish, Mylon and The Divebombers.

March 25

Exotic Car Show

Come out to experience the Exotic Car Show featuring over 100 exotic cars, including rare Ferraris, Lamborghinis, Bentleys, Lotus’, Rolls-Royces, McLarens and more. 100% of proceeds benefit “Flight to the North Pole”, a local charity for terminally ill children.

March 28

Jay Leno

From The Tonight Show to stand-up comedy, it’s no wonder that Jay Leno is widely characterized as “the hardest working man in show business.” Leno is the recipient of many honors, including Emmy®, People’s Choice and TV Guide Awards, as well as a star on Hollywood’s Walk of Fame.