VISIT SARASOTA COUNTY: "The Ultimate Meeting Destination"
Discover Sarasota: Your Ideal Meeting Destination
When planning a meeting, Sarasota, FL continues to captivate attendees. Nestled along Florida’s stunning Gulf Coast, Sarasota combines a cosmopolitan flair with a tranquil seaside charm. Centrally located and brimming with arts, culture, and culinary delights, Sarasota’s vibrant downtown district offers something for everyone. Beyond the city, 35 miles of pristine shoreline provide ample opportunities for relaxation and adventure, from kayaking to exploring cultural treasures like The Ringling Museum or catching a show at one of Sarasota’s renowned local theaters. New Meeting Incentive Program Visit Sarasota County is excited to offer its exclusive Meeting Incentive Program, providing up to $3,750 in reimbursements for those selecting Sarasota as their destination. Combined with Sarasota’s unmatched hospitality and personalized attention—qualities often lost in major cities—this program makes Sarasota a standout choice for unforgettable events. Top Attractions • The Ringling Museum • Siesta Key Beach – Voted one of the best beaches in the U.S. • St. Armands Circle – Shopping and dining in a charming, open-air setting • Asolo Repertory Theater – A hub for award-winning productions • Van Wezel Performing Arts Hall – World-class performances on Sarasota Bay • Marie Selby Botanical Gardens – A living museum of breathtaking flora • Mote Marine Laboratory & Aquarium – Marine life exploration and education • Ed Smith Stadium – Home of Baltimore Orioles Spring Training Our Complimentary Services: Your exceptional experience in Sarasota begins long before your event. Visit Sarasota County offers complimentary services designed to make planning seamless and stress-free: • Exclusive Incentives for New Meetings • RFP Creation & Distribution • Attendance-Building Support • Customized Site Visits • Vendor Referrals • Concierge Services Need something not listed? No request is too big or small—just ask! Our team is here to ensure your meeting is both seamless and memorable. Choose Sarasota for your next event and experience the perfect blend of professional sophistication and coastal charm. We look forward to hosting you!
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Visit Sarasota County Meeting Incentive Program
Need dates
- 05/01/2025 – 10/31/2025
Getting Here
Centrally located on Florida’s Gulf Coast midway between Tampa and Naples, Sarasota is easily accessible by both air and interstate. Sarasota Bradenton International Airport is located an easy five miles from downtown Sarasota. Airline service includes: Air Canada, Allegiant Air, American Airlines, Avelo, Breeze, Delta, Frontier, Jet Blue, Southwest, Sun Country and United Airlines. Direct Routes: Akron-Canton, OH (CAK) Allentown, PA (ABE); Appleton WI, (ATW); Asheville, NC (AVL); Atlanta, GA (ATL); Austin, TX (AUS); Baltimore, MD (BWI); Boston, MA (BOS); Buffalo, NY (BUF); Cedar Rapids, IA (CID); Charlotte, NC (CLT); Chicago, IL (MDW) ( ORD); Cincinnati, OH (CVG); Cleveland, OH (CLE); Columbus, OH (CMH) (LCK); Dallas/Ft. Worth, TX (DAL) (DFW); Denver, CO (DEN); Des Moines, IA (DSM); Detroit, MI (DTW); Flint, MI (FNT); Fort Wayne, IN (FWA); Grand Rapids, MI (GRR); Harrisburg, PA (MDT); Hartford, CT (BDL); Houston, TX (HOU) (IAH); Indianapolis, IN (IND); Kansas City, MO (MCI); Louisville, KY (SDF); Milwaukee, WI (MKE); Minneapolis-St. Paul, MN (MSP); Nashville, TN (BNA); New Haven, CT (HVN); New York, NY (JFK and LGA); Newark, NJ (EWR); Peoria, IL (PIA); Philadelphia, PA (PHL); Pittsburg, PA (PIT); Providence, RI (PVD); Raleigh-Durham, NE (RDU); Richmond, VA (RIC); Rockford, IL (RFD); St. Louis, MO (BLV and STL); South Bend, IN (SBN); Syracuse, NY (SYR); Toronto, Canada (YYZ); Washington, DC (DC); Washington Dulles Int'l Airport (IAD); Wilmington, DE (ILG) Four additional airports are located within a 75-mile radius of Sarasota County, including Tampa International Airport just 50 miles north.
Distance from airport
- Sarasota Bradenton International Airport
5 mi. from city center
- Tampa International Airport
58 mi. from city center
Local Attractions
Siesta Key Beach
St. Armands Circle
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Additional Information
Explore Our Accolades: 2024 Awards & Recognitions • Tripadvisor Travelers’ Choice Awards - Best of the Best Beach • Siesta Beach: #2 in the U.S., #9 in the World • Midwestern Traveler – Best in Florida 2024 (Beach Category) • Siesta Beach • BonusFinder.com – Top 10 Best Date Night Cities in the U.S. • Sarasota: #1 • Trazee Travel – Favorite Beach Town, Florida West • Sarasota • USA Today – Top 10 Best Dog Bars • Boo’s Dog House & Ice Bar • USA Today – Best Bars in America • The Gator Club • TIME – World’s Greatest Places of 2024 • Marie Selby Botanical Gardens • Guide to Florida – Best of Florida 2024 (Coffeehouses) • The Dearborn Coffeehouse and Bakery • The Wall Street Journal – The Best of Architecture 2024 • Marie Selby Botanical Gardens 2023 Awards & Recognitions • Tampa Bay Times – Best New Restaurant of 2022 • Meliora • Trips to Discover – 20 Best Pizza Joints in the U.S. • Rico’s Pizza Gulfgate • Herald-Tribune – Top Cities in the U.S. to Pop the Question • North Port/Sarasota • Tripadvisor – Top 25 Beaches in the U.S. & the World • Siesta Beach • Dirt Luxury Real Estate – Five Cities Blessed with Fantastic Mid-Century Architecture • Sarasota • HGTV – 21 Best Gulf Coast Beaches • Anna Maria Island, Venice Beach, Blind Pass, and Siesta Key • U.S. News – Best Hotels in Sarasota & Florida • The Ritz-Carlton, Sarasota • FishingBooker – Top 9 Spring Break Fishing Destinations • Sarasota • USA Today – Best Buffet Restaurant in the U.S. • Der Dutchman Restaurant • USA Today – 10 Best Free Attractions in the U.S. • Venice Beach • FloridaRentals.com – 10 Best Cities in FL for a Family Vacation • Sarasota • PODS – 20 Most Moved-To Cities in the U.S. • Sarasota • Condé Nast – 10 Best Beach Towns on the East Coast • Siesta Key Beach • Florida Department of Education – “A” Grade for Sarasota County Schools