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There is something special about a Florida spring weekend filled with live music, good food, and the kind of easygoing atmosphere that makes you want to stay a little longer. That is exactly what the Sarasota Country Music & Food Festival promises when it returns to the Sarasota Fairgrounds on Ringling Boulevard from Friday, March 27 through Sunday, March 29, 2026<\/strong>. Admission is free, making it one of the more appealing and budget-friendly event options on the Suncoast this month.<\/p>\n Produced by Paragon Festivals, the Suncoast\u2019s premier boutique event producer<\/a>, the three-day outdoor event blends live country music with a wide selection of freshly prepared food, beverages, shopping, and a relaxed, family-friendly setting. It is the kind of festival where you can come for a favorite band, stay for dinner, browse local vendors, and turn a simple outing into a full afternoon or evening with friends and family.<\/p>\n The Sarasota Country Music & Food Festival will run on the following schedule:<\/p>\n The event is pet-friendly, though animals must remain leashed. Outside food and beverages are not permitted. Seating is provided, but attendees are also welcome to bring their own chairs.<\/p>\n Food is a major part of the weekend experience. Festivalgoers can expect a diverse menu featuring barbecue and meat dishes, along with seafood, vegetarian options, side dishes, desserts, and a range of drinks including alcoholic and non-alcoholic refreshments. That mix of live entertainment and festival-style dining has become a signature of Paragon events across Florida, and it makes this Sarasota stop especially attractive for locals looking for something fun to do without leaving town.<\/p>\n If you are looking for more ways to enjoy the Suncoast this weekend, check out our roundup of the top things to do in Venice this weekend<\/a> \u2014 there is plenty happening across the region right now.<\/p>\n The entertainment lineup features performers across all three days, covering country, country rock, southern rock, and pop-influenced sounds. Note that bands and performance times are subject to change \u2014 check the event page before attending.<\/p>\n Friday, March 27<\/strong><\/p>\n Saturday, March 28<\/strong><\/p>\n Sunday, March 29<\/strong><\/p>\n (Music lineup subject to change)<\/em><\/p>\n In addition to the music and food, visitors can browse a marketplace featuring arts, crafts, specialty products, and food items, adding another layer to the overall experience. The Sarasota Fairgrounds has become a go-to venue for large-scale outdoor events \u2014 it is the same location that hosted the Thunder By The Bay 2026 festival<\/a> earlier this season.<\/p>\n For Sarasota-area residents, seasonal visitors, and country music fans across the Suncoast, this festival checks a lot of boxes. It is affordable, outdoors, easy to enjoy at your own pace, and packed with enough music and food to turn a regular weekend into something more memorable. Whether you stop in for an hour or make a day of it, the Sarasota Country Music & Food Festival looks like one more reason to celebrate spring on Florida\u2019s Gulf Coast.<\/p>\n For more information, visit the official Paragon Festivals event page<\/a>.<\/p>\nFestival Hours and What to Know<\/h2>\n
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