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We organize a wide range of special events and activities across the City of Sarasota, creating opportunities for the community to connect and enjoy our parks and facilities. From local gatherings to recreational activities, there’s always something to take part in.

Sprinkler Challenge

Summer SPRINKLER DANCE ➡️We Challenge YOU!

• Watch the RECing Crew’s sprinkler dance demo
• Grab your friends, family, or co‑workers
• Record your own Sprinkler Dance
• Tag us in your video — creativity and fun count the most!

Show off your best MOVES!


 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Who will be the RECing Crew's Mascot? 

Mascot profile sheet 2026, 10_42_13 PM

The votes are in, and we’ll be announcing the new Mascot soon—stay tuned!

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Interested in getting featured?

📸 Send us your pictures at any of our 50+ park locations!*
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📸 Include social tags & location.

📸 Email parksandrec@sarasotafl.gov

📸 City of Sarasota - Parks Locations⠀
*Not all pictures can be posted.

Photo Feature Post

Get featured example by d merk photography

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Facility Rentals:

For details on reserving space for your own event, please visit our Rentals page.

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Canceled-August Blood Drive at Arlington Park & Aquatic Complex

Event Canceled

Join us at Arlington Park & Aquatic Complex on Thursday, August 5, 2021, for a fantastic blood drive! OneBlood will be available on location from 8:30 am – 1:30 pm. Please note the last appointment is at 1:00 pm. Appointments are encouraged.

Please remember to eat a healthy meal and drink plenty of water before you donate.

DONATION BONUS!
All donors will receive a OneBlood Beach Towel and a $10 eGift Card. Plus, a wellness checkup including COVID-19 antibody test, blood pressure, temperature, iron count, pulse, and cholesterol screening!

ID required. Donors must be at least 16 years old. Those who are 16 years old need parental permission. See website for more details. *One offer per donor, per donation. No cash value. Not-transferable. Not responsible for lost or stolen gift card. If you have recently donated, thank you. Please visit us when you are eligible to donate again. Donor must have successful donation to obtain results. If donor does not have account created in donor portal already, they must provide email address to phlebotomist at the time of registration so account can be created. Donor will receive email post donation with instructions. The same email provided at registration is used to activate donor portal account.

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