Spend Your Summer in Sarasota

Soak up the sun during your vacation at Sandcastle Resort at Lido Beach, providing convenience to premier summer fun. Just minutes from our hotel, discover exciting events for travelers of any age, then return to our spacious accommodations to rest for another day of memory making.

• Savor Sarasota (June 1-14, 2017): Enjoy a taste of the local flavor during this annual event in Sarasota, featuring the highest concentration of Zagat®-rated restaurants in Florida. Dine at award-winning eateries and relish dishes from the city’s most acclaimed chefs.
• World Ocean's Day Family Festival (June 3, 2017): Taking place at MOTE Marine Laboratory & Aquarium, this family-friendly event is free for visitors with regular paid admission. Find your favorite flavor of shaved ice and let the kids get their faces painted while learning about local conservation and sustainability efforts.
• Offshore Grand Prix Festival (June 24 to July 4, 2017): Much more than simply a series of boat races, this annual event features everything from power boat competitions and car shows to live music and fireworks over Sarasota Bay, ending the festival with a pop on July 4.