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First Anniversary Community Celebration

October 18-22, 2023

One Year. One Park for All.

Over the past year, The Bay has become a beloved and sustainable gathering place for the community. More than 250,000 people have already visited The Bay to enjoy all that it has to offer day in and day out.

Be a part of the First Anniversary celebration which showcases the very best of The Bay. There’s so much to see, do, taste and experience – all in Sarasota’s newest signature bayfront park.

As always, all activities, programs and events at The Bay are open and accessible, free and welcoming to all.

Signature Events

Free, Open, Accessible and Welcoming to All!

Day 2 | Oct 19 | The Bay Turns One! Community Celebration

A one-year milestone community celebration for couples first anniversary, baby's first birthday and The Bay!

Day 3 | Oct 20 | Boo! at The Bay

Join in on a not-so-scary evening filled with trick or treating, free pumpkin pickings, yard games, a double-feature movie night and more!

Day 4 | Oct 21 | Multicultural Festival at The Bay

Immerse yourself in a tapestry of cultures at the Multicultural Festival at The Bay - filled with vibrant and unique performances, delicious cuisine, and fun, free activities for all.

Day 4 | Oct 21 | Journey former lead vocalist Steve Augeri

Enjoy this FREE concert and experience the nostalgia of the songs that made Journey one of America's most beloved and accomplished Rock & Roll bands in history.

Day 5 | Oct 22 | Taste of The Bay

Get a delicious taste (or two... or more...) from some of Sarasota's best locally-owned restaurants.

Day 5 | Oct 22 | Westcoast Black Theatre Troupe: "Soul & Sass"

Bring the entire family to enjoy this FREE not-to-miss concert. Sing along and dance to your favorite 60’s and 70’s R&B and Soul songs - right along the waters of Sarasota Bay.

See the 5 Day Schedule

Five Days. Limitless Experiences.

The Bay Turns One! Community celebration provides free, exciting, and diverse programming for the entire community to enjoy.

With more than 30 FREE events over the 5 days, there’s something for everyone, including family-fun activities, headlining musical acts by Journey former lead vocalist Steve Augeri and Sarasota’s own Westcoast Black Theatre Troupe, food and cultural festivals, a one-year community celebration party, Boo! at The Bay Halloween, dancing, nature explorations in nature and more!