Join the Experience at Nathan Benderson Park

Discover a vibrant community of partners who make our events unforgettable. From curated food delights to engaging lifestyle experiences, Nathan Benderson Park is the perfect venue to showcase your brand and reach thousands of passionate visitors.

Marketplace & Experience Partners

Food & Liquor Vendors

Preferred Catering Partners

Marketplace & Experience Partners

Are you ready to elevate your brand at one of Sarasota’s most dynamic event locations?

At Nathan Benderson Park, we’re not just hosting events—we’re creating memorable experiences. Our Marketplace & Experience Partners are an essential part of this journey. Whether you’re showcasing local arts, crafts, innovative products, or unique services, your participation adds to the park’s energetic atmosphere and community spirit.

By becoming an Experience Partner, you’ll have the opportunity to engage directly with thousands of event-goers who are eager to explore local businesses. We invite you to join our growing community, where every event is an opportunity to expand your reach and build lasting relationships. Please note that while every submission is welcomed, participation is subject to a competitive selection process. Selected partners are required to provide a valid certificate of insurance at least 72 hours before the event. This ensures that both Sarasota County Government and Nathan Benderson Park Conservancy Inc. are appropriately covered. For any questions or additional details, our events staff is ready to help.

** for food and liquor vendors please go here

Insurance Requirements

All Food & Liquor Vendors are required to email certificates of insurance to Emma Anthony at least 72 hours before the event. These certificates must be issued to both:

  • Sarasota County Government, Attn: Risk Management, 1660 Ringling Blvd., 3rd Floor, Sarasota, FL 34236 (SAMPLE)
  • Nathan Benderson Park Conservancy Inc., 5851 Nathan Benderson Circle, Sarasota, FL 34235 (SAMPLE)

For more information, contact our events team at events@nathanbendersonpark.org

Food and Liqour Vendors

Bring your culinary creativity to life at our events!

Food and beverage offerings bring an extra layer of excitement to our events. Our Food & Liquor Vendors serve up an array of culinary delights and craft beverages that elevate the overall experience for our guests. Whether you operate a food truck, a pop-up kitchen, or specialize in liquor services, you’ll have the opportunity to captivate taste buds and showcase your culinary creativity.

By joining our events, you not only introduce your menu to thousands of enthusiastic visitors but also become a key part of the park’s festive atmosphere. We welcome vendors who are passionate about quality, innovation, and customer service. Your participation can help turn an ordinary day into an extraordinary culinary adventure!

** for marketplace and experience vendors please go here

Insurance Requirements

All Food & Liquor Vendors are required to email certificates of insurance to Emma Anthony at least 72 hours before the event. These certificates must be issued to both:

  • Sarasota County Government, Attn: Risk Management, 1660 Ringling Blvd., 3rd Floor, Sarasota, FL 34236 (SAMPLE)
  • Nathan Benderson Park Conservancy Inc., 5851 Nathan Benderson Circle, Sarasota, FL 34235 (SAMPLE)

For more information, contact our events team at events@nathanbendersonpark.org

Preferred Catering Partners

Our Preferred Catering Partners are our trusted culinary experts who ensure every event is deliciously unforgettable. We’ve curated this list of caterers to guarantee that every event meets our high standards of quality and service.  CLICK HERE for Printable List of all Preferred Caterers or see list below.  **Please note that you MUST order directly through the contact listed below. Third party services such as door dash or uber eats may NOT be used, even if the catering partner is listed on that website. 

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1 webinksupport 17/02/2025 12:16 PM webinksupport 01/04/2025 10:40 AM Apple Spice Catering Company Range of options for small & large groups Visit Julie Clouse Email 941-388-8025 No apple-spice-150x150.png
2 webinksupport 17/02/2025 01:06 PM webinksupport 01/04/2025 10:40 AM Anna Maria Oyster Bar Seafood Visit Greg Guevara Email 941-539-8332 No AMOB-logo-150x150.png
3 webinksupport 17/02/2025 01:12 PM webinksupport 01/04/2025 10:39 AM Dive Charter Mobile Bartending Visit Jeremy Rice Email 941-894-9259 Yes Dive-charter-logo-150x150.jpg
4 webinksupport 17/02/2025 01:15 PM webinksupport 01/04/2025 10:38 AM Glory Days American Fare, specializing in gluten-free & vegetarian options Visit Kerri McPeeks Email 941-360-3287 Yes glory-days-1-e1709932587621-150x150.png
5 webinksupport 17/02/2025 01:15 PM webinksupport 01/04/2025 10:38 AM Lakewood Ranch Deli Full service Deli with Soup, Salads & Platters Visit Brian Hamilton Email 239-200-4465 No deli-logo-final-pdf-002-scaled-1-150x150.jpg
6 webinksupport 17/02/2025 01:16 PM webinksupport 01/04/2025 10:38 AM Mattison Range of options for small & large groups Visit Jacque Armstrong Email 941-315-4398 Yes. Limited availability during holiday season mattisons-150x150.jpg
7 webinksupport 17/02/2025 01:17 PM webinksupport 01/04/2025 10:38 AM Mission BBQ Barbeque Visit Michelle Graber Email 941-841-9279 No mission-bbq-logo-150x150.jpg
8 webinksupport 17/02/2025 01:19 PM webinksupport 01/04/2025 10:37 AM Morton's Gormet Market Range of options for small & large groups Visit Esther Williams Email 941-955-9856 or 941-780-8725 Yes, general liquor license Mortons-150x150.jpg
9 webinksupport 17/02/2025 01:19 PM webinksupport 01/04/2025 10:37 AM Pink Cloud Catering American Fusion Visit Chef Mike Email 941-822-2807 Yes pink-cloud-150x150.png
10 webinksupport 17/02/2025 01:20 PM webinksupport 01/04/2025 10:37 AM Pop's Sunset Catering Healthy Mediterranean Visit June Moore Email 941-363-1709 Yes pops-catering-1-150x150.png
11 webinksupport 17/02/2025 01:21 PM webinksupport 01/04/2025 10:37 AM Sarasota Catering Company Range of options for small & large groups Visit Sashi Baez Email 941-927-7675 Yes sarasota-catering-co-150x150.jpg
12 webinksupport 17/02/2025 01:21 PM webinksupport 01/04/2025 10:36 AM Spunky Spirits Bartending only Visit Claudia Zerr Email 813-431-7131 Yes, full service bar spunky-spirits-150x150.png
13 webinksupport 01/04/2025 10:19 AM mbuchsbaum 01/04/2025 03:13 PM Der Dutchman Authentic Amish Fare Visit Areli Gervacio Email 941-955-8007 No der-dutch-jpeg-150x150.jpg
14 webinksupport 01/04/2025 11:08 AM mbuchsbaum 01/04/2025 02:46 PM Chick-Fil-A (Fruitville Location ONLY) Only Valid on Delivery Visit Stacey Duff Email 941-809-7394 No ChikFilA-150x150.png
15 webinksupport 01/04/2025 11:35 AM webinksupport 01/04/2025 11:35 AM Pier 22 / The Grove Range of custom cuisine options Visit Kim Straw Email 941-893-4321 Yes pier-22-bradenton-fl-logo-1-150x150.jpg
16 webinksupport 26/05/2025 08:45 AM webinksupport 26/05/2025 08:45 AM Toasted Yolk Salads, sandwiches, wraps & drinks Visit Heather King Email 941-210-4105 Yes ToastedYolk-150x150.jpg
17 webinksupport 07/07/2025 09:18 AM webinksupport 07/07/2025 09:19 AM California Pizza Kitchen Pizza / American Visit Ashley Houska 561-714-5056 Yes california-pizza-kitchen-logo-150x150.jpg