Travel Reference
In-Depth Information
head to St Armands Circle, take John Ringling Blvd north to Ken Thompson Pkwy; follow
to end.
Festivals & Events
Art & Craft Festivals
ARTS
(
www.artfestival.com
; late Mar)
For two days in late March, an explosion of art and craft stalls dominates downtown Sara-
sota. The same happens in Siesta Village in late April.
Sarasota Film Festival
FILM
(
www.sarasotafilmfestival.com
; Apr)
If you enjoy seeing serious independent films and wearing your flip-flops to free outdoor
screenings at the beach, then head to Sarasota's ten-day film festival.
Ringling International Arts Festival
PERFORMING ARTS
(
www.ringlingartsfestival.org
;
mid-Oct)
For a week in mid-October, Ringling partners with NYC's Baryshnikov Arts Center to
bring international dance, theater and music to Sarasota.
Sarasota Chalk Festival
ARTS
(
http://chalkfestival.org
; Nov)
Come and gawp at the phenomenal artistry on display on South Pineapple Ave and Burns
Sq in November.
Sleeping
Staying downtown in Sarasota is cheaper than staying at the beach, and it's only 3 miles to
St Armands Circle and 6 miles to Siesta Key.
Hotel Ranola
BOUTIQUE HOTEL
