Art Exhibitions & Museum Highlights
Sarasota Art Museum
- Personal to Political: Celebrating the African American Artists of Paulson Fontaine Press
Runs through August 10. Features works by Kerry James Marshall and the Gee’s Bend Quilters.
More info: https://peninsulasarasota.com/news/your-guide-to-summer-2025-arts-amp-culture-in-sarasota - Chris Friday: Where We Never Grow Old
Examines memory and cultural identity through contemporary visual art.
More info: https://www.visitsarasota.com/events-festivals - Curator’s Tour – August 2025
A guided experience exploring the museum’s collections and rotating exhibitions.
More info: https://www.sarasotaartmuseum.org/curators-tour-august-2025
The Ringling Museum
- Summer Circus Spectacular
A one-hour family-friendly performance running through August 9, located at the Historic Asolo Theater.
More info: https://www.visitsarasota.com/events-festivals/summer-circus-spectacular-1
Art Center Sarasota
- Rotating Contemporary Exhibitions
Four galleries with contemporary art, plus workshops and classes.
Background: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Art_Center_Sarasota
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Theater & Performing Arts
Florida Studio Theatre (FST)
- Bryan J. Hughes and The Crew - MNJC
Live cabaret-style performance on August 4 at the John C. Court Cabaret.
Schedule: https://allevents.in/sarasota/august
McCurdy’s Comedy Theatre
- Greg Warren – Begins August 8
- Paul Farahvar – Begins August 24
- Steve White – Begins August 27
Listings: https://allevents.in/sarasota/august
Music & Cultural Festivals
- SarasotaCon – Pop Culture Convention
Takes place August 9 at Sarasota Municipal Auditorium. Expect cosplay, vendors, and panels.
Details: https://allevents.in/sarasota/august - Durango Fest in Sarasota
Latin music and cultural celebration on August 30 at Robarts Arena.
Info: https://allevents.in/sarasota/festivals
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Botanical & Outdoor Experiences
Marie Selby Botanical Gardens
- Tropical Display & Rainforest Garden
Educational events and exhibitions offered throughout the month.
Info: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Marie_Selby_Botanical_Gardens
Literary & Educational Events
- Poetry Book Club: Water by Rumi
Hosted August 13 at Bookstore1Sarasota.
Event listing: https://allevents.in/sarasota/august
Workshops & Interactive Arts
- Introduction to Ikebana
Learn Japanese flower arranging on August 23 at 1940 Northgate Boulevard, Suite B2.
Info: https://allevents.in/sarasota/august