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  • Hermitage-music

    Hermitage Sunsets at Nathan Benderson Park

    This is the first installment of three programs scheduled.  These outdoor events are one part of many “Hermitage North” programs, series, and collaborations planned throughout the season, spanning Sarasota County and the surrounding region. The programs feature industry-leading and award-winning playwrights, visual artists, musicians, poets, choreographers, and more — all free to the members of our community. Confirmed 2024-25 dates for this season of “Hermitage Sunsets @ Nathan Benderson Park” include: ·     Thursday, Jan 9, 2025, at 5pm ·      Thursday, March 20, 2025, at 6:30pm  

  • Alpha Win Triathlon

    Boasting of "a distance for everyone," this event has sprint, Olympic and 70.3 triathlons. It's a USA Triathlon-sanctioned event. Click here for the schedule.

  • Matt Abel Speed Fiesta

    Hosted by Florida Scholastic Rowing Association. For full details and to register, please visit their event website

  • Unleash the Dragons – Dragon Boat Festival & Leadership Camp

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    UNLEASH THE DRAGONS - Dragon Boat Festival & Leadership Camp is being presented by Nathan Benderson Park & Linked in Pinks.  Event is being sponsored by ALPHA LAW GROUP, a law firm of caliber, virtue & values. This event is for Breast Cancer & All Cancer Survivors and features the keynote speaker, Dr. Don McKenzie. Sponsorship opportunities are available! Schedule for the week: (NEW! See Bulletin #3) Leadership Camp: Jan 22-25: Dates for BCP and ACP team leaders (captains, coaches, etc) Leader's clinics: Jan 23 On Water: Coaching, Helm, Drum (small & standard boats) Off Water: Team Management, Racing Rules, Festival Planning Paddlers Schedule: Jan 24-25: BCP & ACP Paddlers Compete Jan 24: Practices & Fun Paddle Races Jan 25: Races- IDBF Rules & Regulations apply  

  • Gulf Coast Games For Life

    36th Annual Gulf Coast Games For Life: Feb 1, 9 a.m. at NBP. This event is a qualifier for the Florida Senior Games, and encourages and promote healthy lifestyles, gives seniors the opportunity to compete at the local, state and national level, and provides an affordable and quality multi-sport festival that seniors can call their own. Events at NBP include coastal rowing, Olympic-style rowing, sit-on-top recreational kayaking and stand-up paddleboarding.

  • Learn to Row with Sarasota Crew

    Learn to Row with Sarasota Crew

    Want to learn how to row or continue your rowing journey? Experience the benefits of a total body, low-impact workout while building community and trying something new! It's never been easier to join Sarasota Crew: Learn to Row Sundays at Nathan Benderson Park  Try rowing for a day! If the weather allows, we will get you into a boat and onto an erg to learn proper rowing technique and get you into the swing of things! 9:00 am to 11:00 am on the first Sunday of every month October through March Maximum 18 rowers per class, sign up today! Learn to Row Morning Classes at Nathan Benderson Park  Already tried our Learn to Row Sunday Class? Want to keep rowing? Try our two-week morning Learn to Row sessions with an experienced master's rowing coach Tuesday and Thursday mornings for two weeks 6:30 am to 8:30 am See registration plans at the bottom of the page for key dates and details Private Lessons at Nathan Benderson Park Learn to row or develop your skills with a 1:1 private lesson with an experienced coach All lessons will be conducted in sculling boats (two oars) Please fill out the Private Lesson Interest Form to be […]

  • Bridge A Life Superhero 5K

    The 14th Annual Superhero 5K & 1 Mile Fun Run will start and finish be ON THE ISLAND near the finish tower. This is a Foster Care Awareness Event. In-person and virtual racing options are available. The Kids' Fun Run starts at 8:30am. The 5K will be on a CHIP START between 9-9:05am. You will receive an official chip time and place. Master and Overall timed at gun time 9am. USATF Rules. More than just a race, the Superhero race brings together child welfare agencies and the community to highlight the 1500+ youth who are in local foster care in Sarasota, Manatee, and DeSoto Counties, while providing a family-friendly event with music, a kiddie zone, food, and giveaways.

  • New Paddler Day – Open to All

    Join us for New Paddler Day -  open to everyone.  It’s FREE! Try out paddling with no strings attached — if you're ages 14 and older, there’s a seat in the boat for you!

  • YogaSix at the Pavilion – Free Class

    Playground and Event Pavilion

    Join us for our next pop-up flow in this gorgeous setting of Nathan Benderson Park at the Pavilion. More movement, more connection, more of what makes this community amazing. Meet us this Saturday, February 8 at 10am - let's flow together!

  • American Youth Cup I Regatta

    FOR HEATS, LIVESTREAMING, MAPS & MORE ON EVENT DAYS, CLICK HERE The first of four AYC regattas, this series is a not-for-profit series of regattas leading up to the USRowing Southeast Youth Championships. The series works to give back to the athletes, giving crews opportunities to experience competitive, 2000-meter racing throughout the spring, ultimately preparing them to excel at the USRowing Youth National Championships in June at NBP. Competing well consistently at the AYC regattas not only helps crews prepare to qualify for the Youth National Championships, but has the added bonus of a possible financial stipend towards their trip to the championships. At the end of the series, the team with the most points for an event is declared the AYC series winner for that event. A team will earn a monetary travel stipend towards their trip to the USRowing Youth National Championships should they be declared the winner of an event, and qualify for Youth Nationals in that event.

  • Circus Sarasota

    Regatta Island 5851 Nathan Benderson Circle, Sarasota, FL, United States

    Circus Sarasota 2025
    February 15-March 9, 2025 (times vary)
    Big Top at Regatta Island on Nathan Benderson Park (5851 Nathan Benderson Circle, Sarasota).
    Each year, the Circus Arts Conservatory’s professional arm, Circus Sarasota, offers a showcase of top global circus artists performing in a one-ring traditional circus setting. Featuring new and innovative acts, Circus Sarasota’s 2025 production will offer high-flying action, heart-stopping thrills, laugh-out-loud comedic antics, and acts that defy both expectations and the boundaries of physical limitations. Tickets are $30-$100; parking is $10.