The Venice Musicale Scholarship Concert, featuring the winners of the Scholarship Program, is on Tuesday, April 29 and Thursday, May 1!

*Donations accepted 

Images of Dance, a production of The Sarasota Ballet’s Margaret Barbieri Conservatory and Studio Company, is coming to the Sarasota Opera House on Tuesday, April 29!

The Venice Musicale Scholarship Concert, featuring the winners of the Scholarship Program, is on Tuesday, April 29 and Thursday, May 1!

*Donations accepted 

The Venice Theatre is performing The Learned Ladies on Thursday, May 1 at 7:30pm. According to Venice Theater, “Moliere’s witty classical verse comedy skewers the haughty pretensions of a women’s self-educating salon amid love triangles that scandalize the household.”

NoFilter comes to Downtown Wellen Park on Friday, May 2.

Schedule:

• 6:00pm-6:50pm: Opener Musician

• 7:00pm-8:15pm: No Filter Performs

• 8:15pm-8:30pm: Break

• 8:30pm-10:00pm: No Filter Performs

No RSVP required.

Aaron Kelly from American Idol is performing live at Qmunity on Friday, May 2!

The Venice Theatre is performing The Learned Ladies on Friday, May 2 at 7:30pm. According to Venice Theater, “Moliere’s witty classical verse comedy skewers the haughty pretensions of a women’s self-educating salon amid love triangles that scandalize the household.”

Join fellow car lovers and coffee connoisseurs at Cars & Caffeine in Downtown Wellen Park Saturday, May 3 from 7:30-10:30am. Come sip on a coffee and take a look at an impressive collection of cars - or show off your own!

The Wellen Park Fishing Rodeo is on Saturday, May 3! Enjoy this family-friendly event and compete for prizes!

*Ticket and fishing license are required

Celebrate International Astronomy Day at The Bishop Museum of Science and Nature on Saturday, May 3! Design your own mission patch, build and launch straw rockets, explore real space rocks, watch live Planetarium shows, and look through solar telescopes!

Venice Gardens Community Center is hosting a Craft, Vendor & Bake Sale on Saturday, May 3!

Celebrate Cinco de Mayo at Casa Maya on Saturday, May 3 and Monday, May 5! Indulge in live music, Mexican food, and drinks!

Bad Decisions is performing live in Centennial Park on Saturday, May 3! Come enjoy this free 70s and 80s modern rock concert.

Separate Ways: Journey Tribute Band will be at the Venice Performing Arts Center on Saturday, May 3!

The Venice Theatre is performing The Learned Ladies on Saturday, May 3 at 7:30pm. According to Venice Theater, “Moliere’s witty classical verse comedy skewers the haughty pretensions of a women’s self-educating salon amid love triangles that scandalize the household.”

The Venice Theatre is performing The Learned Ladies on Sunday, May 4 at 2:00pm. According to Venice Theater, “Moliere’s witty classical verse comedy skewers the haughty pretensions of a women’s self-educating salon amid love triangles that scandalize the household.”

Listen to the Venice Symphony perform in Downtown Wellen Park!

This event is open to the public.

Let’s Hang On: A Frankie Valli Tribute is coming to the Venice Performing Arts Center on Sunday, May 4!

Celebrate Cinco de Mayo at Casa Maya on Saturday, May 3 and Monday, May 5! Indulge in live music, Mexican food, and drinks!

Join the Cinco de Mayo celebration at Agave Bandido on Monday, May 5! Enjoy a live DJ, fire dancer performances, stilt walker appearances, food, and drinks!

The VHS Chorus Spring Concert is on Tuesday, May 6!

There will be a Blood Drive at Venice City Hall on Wednesday, May 7 from 10 am to 4pm. Donors will be given an eGift Card with a value of $20, a OneBlood trucker hat, a wellness checkup including blood pressure, pulse, temperature, iron count and cholesterol screening, and a snack.

The Monthly City Bicycle Ride in Venice is on Thursday, May 8! The ride is led by City Bicycle Pedestrian Coordinator Darlene Culpepper and spans 6-7 miles.

Visit the Wellen Park Night Market and browse goods such as home decor, fashion, art, and food made by local artists!

2nd Thursday of each month from 6-9pm in Downtown Wellen Park.

(Welcome to) Hotel Pink Flamingo is being performed at the Raymond Center May 8-11! Venice Theatre writes, “Delight once again in the inspiring performances of Pinky’s Players, Venice Theatre’s Community Engagement Program that partners with adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities to develop and share their artistic talents.”

Dwight Sullivan & Michael Cohen are performing at the gazebo in Centennial Park on Friday, May 9! Enjoy jazz, traditional folk music, and original songs!

(Welcome to) Hotel Pink Flamingo is being performed at the Raymond Center May 8-11! Venice Theatre writes, “Delight once again in the inspiring performances of Pinky’s Players, Venice Theatre’s Community Engagement Program that partners with adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities to develop and share their artistic talents.”

The Sarasota International Dragon Boat Festival is on Saturday, May 10! There will be a Sport Division and Community Division as well as solo paddlers and small groups. Spectators can enjoy food, live entertainment, and family-friendly activities.

Dip your net into Sarasota Bay with Mote Marine on Saturday, May 10! Learn about the plants and animals in the nearshore seagrass beds as you enjoy the hands-on experience of dip netting in the Bay.

*Registration required.

(Welcome to) Hotel Pink Flamingo is being performed at the Raymond Center May 8-11! Venice Theatre writes, “Delight once again in the inspiring performances of Pinky’s Players, Venice Theatre’s Community Engagement Program that partners with adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities to develop and share their artistic talents.”

(Welcome to) Hotel Pink Flamingo is being performed at the Raymond Center May 8-11! Venice Theatre writes, “Delight once again in the inspiring performances of Pinky’s Players, Venice Theatre’s Community Engagement Program that partners with adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities to develop and share their artistic talents.”

Sights + Sounds at Waterside Place: Hermitage Artist Retreat is on Monday, May 12! Tony award winners and revolutionary artists gather to share their work as musical theater writers.

*Registration required.

This Is Not a Book Club! meets on Tuesday, May 13! The Sarasota Art Museum writes that the group focuses on the “intersection of art and literature.” This meeting discusses Get The Picture, By Bianca Bosker.

Additional details:

“Space is limited to 15 enthusiastic readers each session. Reading the books in advance is recommended. Purchase the books in the Museum’s SHOP.

Meet in the Wendy G. Surkis & Peppi Elona Lobby.”

Lakewood Ranch Community Foundation’s Casino Royale Fundraiser is on Wednesday, May 14! This is a “James Bond-inspired gala” with classic casino games, hors d’oeuvres, cocktails, live music, raffles, and auctions.

The Ocean Resin Workshop at Rooted and Free is on Wednesday, May 14! Create a 3D ocean scene in this introduction to resin class!

*Registration required.

Dueling Pianos in Downtown Wellen Park takes place every 3rd Thursday of the month at Solis Hall from 6pm-10pm.

The Spring Sidewalk Sale in Downtown Venice is on Friday, May 16 and Saturday, May 17! Enjoy the sales and support local businesses!

The 5th Annual Spring Fling Skim Jam, hosted by Zap Skimboards, is at Nokomis Beach on May 17-18! Enjoy a free Skim Clinic, Pro/Am Skim USA Sanctioned Contest, Pro Signing Session, an Awards Ceremony, prizes and raffles.

The Spring Sidewalk Sale in Downtown Venice is on Friday, May 16 and Saturday, May 17! Enjoy the sales and support local businesses!

Suncoast Humane Society is doing a meet and greet with their friendly dogs and puppies at Ace Hardware in Wellen Park the 3rd Saturday of every month from 11am to 2pm!

Can’t Get Next To You: A Tribute to the Temptations is performing at the Venice Performing Arts Center on Sunday, May 18!

The 5th Annual Spring Fling Skim Jam, hosted by Zap Skimboards, is at Nokomis Beach on May 17-18! Enjoy a free Skim Clinic, Pro/Am Skim USA Sanctioned Contest, Pro Signing Session, an Awards Ceremony, prizes and raffles.

Sharon Owens: Tribute to Barbra is coming to the Venice Performing Arts Center on Monday, May 19! The Venice Performing Arts Center writes, “Owens takes you on a journey through the Streisand years — ’60s Broadway, ’70s Disco, and ’80s films. You will laugh, cry, and chuckle at Sharon’s precise interpretation of the iconic Streisand, and be amazed as their personas intertwine.”

The Antique Automobile Club of America proposes a Historic Spanish Point Tour meet-up on Tuesday, May 20! This outing centers around a tour of Selby Gardens’ Historic Spanish Point and an optional lunch at a local restaurant.

*Individuals will meet at Selby Gardens’ Historic Spanish Point and purchase their own tickets.

The Career Connect Job Fair in North Port is on Wednesday, May 21!

Confirmed employers and organizations:

• Veteran Air

• King Plastic

• FDOT - Commute Connector

• OneBlood

• North Port Behavioral Health

• McKenney Home Care

• State College of Florida

• Adams Group

• American Vocational Academy

• Air Technicians AC and Electric

• North Port Social Services Division

• City of North Port

• Suncoast Technical College

• Town & Country Industries

• North Port Police Department

• Universal Love Media Productions Studio

• Galen College of Nursing - Sarasota & Tampa Bay

• Southern Technical College

Participate in Pinot & Pottery at Lakewood Ranch on Thursday, May 22! Paint your own clay margarita glass and enjoy a glass of wine or a margarita and small appetizers!

*Tickets required.

Venice Theatre is performing The Grown-Ups May 22-25!

Description:

“A group of camp counselors trying to mold the leaders of tomorrow when tomorrow is looking bleaker and bleaker. The Grown-ups explores the traditions that change us, what it takes for us to change them, and how to change yourself when you're hopelessly, tragically not prepared for this.”

Bridget Phillips is performing at the gazebo in Centennial Park on Friday, May 23!

Venice Theatre is performing The Grown-Ups May 22-25!

Description:

“A group of camp counselors trying to mold the leaders of tomorrow when tomorrow is looking bleaker and bleaker. The Grown-ups explores the traditions that change us, what it takes for us to change them, and how to change yourself when you're hopelessly, tragically not prepared for this.”

Venice Theatre is performing The Grown-Ups May 22-25!

Description:

“A group of camp counselors trying to mold the leaders of tomorrow when tomorrow is looking bleaker and bleaker. The Grown-ups explores the traditions that change us, what it takes for us to change them, and how to change yourself when you're hopelessly, tragically not prepared for this.”

North Port's Got Talent is on Saturday, May 24! Enjoy live entertainment and support local talent!

Venice Theatre is performing The Grown-Ups May 22-25!

Description:

“A group of camp counselors trying to mold the leaders of tomorrow when tomorrow is looking bleaker and bleaker. The Grown-ups explores the traditions that change us, what it takes for us to change them, and how to change yourself when you're hopelessly, tragically not prepared for this.”

The annual Patriotic Pops Concert will take place at CoolToday Park on Saturday, May 24! This event will commemorate the 80th anniversary of the end of World War II. The Venice Symphony and special guest vocalists will perform.

Venice Theatre is performing The Grown-Ups May 22-25!

Description:

“A group of camp counselors trying to mold the leaders of tomorrow when tomorrow is looking bleaker and bleaker. The Grown-ups explores the traditions that change us, what it takes for us to change them, and how to change yourself when you're hopelessly, tragically not prepared for this.”

The 2025 Memorial Day Picnic, hosted by the Knights of Columbus, will take place on Monday, May 26! There will be a flag raising at noon and a Missing Man Table ceremony. Enjoy Hamburgers, Hot Dogs, Baked Beans, Potato Salad, Cole Slaw, Corn and Ice Cream.

The Venice Coin & Currency Club meets the 4th Monday of each month.

CoolToday Park offers a Facility Tour on Tuesday, May 27!

*Tickets required.

The Ribbon Cutting Tropia Wellen Park is on Wednesday, May 28! njoy shopping, dining, and live music.

Watch All the Beauty and the Bloodshed (2022), directed by Laura Poitras at the Sarasota Art Museum on Thursday, May 29!

Description:

“The life of internationally renowned artist and activist Nan Goldin is told through her slideshows, intimate interviews, ground-breaking photography, and rare footage of her personal fight to hold the Sackler family accountable for the overdose crisis.”

The Venice Home & Hurricane Expo is on Friday, May 30 at the Venice Community Center! Listen to speakers, visit vendors, and participate in raffles.

North Port’s 2025 Hurricane Expo is on Saturday, May 31! Watch presentations from National Weather Service, North Port Emergency Management and Sarasota County Emergency Services.