Family Fun in Sarasota Area

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Sarasota Area has 17 family activities across 7 categories and 5 cities. Pick an activity to see top picks, or jump to a city.

Venue notes from Sarasota Area tracks

Urban Air offers an Unlimited Play Summer Pass (April 8 - June 4) that converts to month-to-month membership after expiration, providing flexibility for seasonal visitors
Kidstar Park houses an exceptional collection of rare and vintage arcade games, including some of the last remaining examples of classic cabinets in the world, with visitors traveling over 3 hours specifically to experience the arcade
Livingston's Amusements operates both a full bar and go-kart track—and reviews frequently mention a breathalyzer on-site, suggesting they take a proactive safety approach to managing alcohol consumption at the racing facility.
Sky Zone Sarasota features 19 total attractions including specialized equipment like a Mega Launch Slide, Ninja Warrior Course, Trapeze, Aerial Silks, and VR Zone, making it a comprehensive indoor activity venue beyond traditional trampolines
Sarasota Jungle Gardens: Open 363 days per year with only Thanksgiving and Christmas closures, providing nearly year-round access to visitors
Sarasota Toy Museum / Moosehead Toys and Comics: Features a huge interactive model railroad set that is a primary draw for visitors of all ages, complementing the extensive vintage toy and collectibles collection
Sarasota Art Museum: The Sarasota Art Museum is housed in a former school building and is run by the Ringling School of Art and Design as a non-collecting museum with 15,000 square feet of exhibition gallery space across three floors
Marietta Museum of Art & Whimsy: Art is uniquely displayed throughout multiple venues including indoor galleries, outdoor garden areas, and parking lots, creating an unconventional museum experience
Armageddon Laser Tag: Mission-based scenarios inspired by popular video game franchises including Call of Duty, Fortnite, Battlefield, and Halo
STEALTH MOBILE LASER TAG: The laser tag equipment allows players to use one-handed operation, enabling unique gameplay styles and shooting techniques not possible with traditional two-handed requirements
Laser tag & more by Tropical Extremes, Inc.: Main Event Brownsville features a multi-level laser tag arena, distinguishing it from single-floor competitors and providing more complex gameplay strategies
Arcade Monsters features a rooftop deck serving Cuban street food, combining arcade gaming with full dining and bar service including wine and beer

More venue notes

Smugglers Cove Adventure Golf has been voted Best Mini Golf in Florida for 5 consecutive years
Urban Air Trampoline and Adventure Park: The facility offers Sensory Friendly Play hours on select dates (2/1, 3/1, 4/12, 5/3) from 9am-11am, providing accessibility for guests with sensory sensitivities
Kidstar Park: The venue features the Wangan Midnight Maximum Tune 2 arcade cabinet, a notably rare racing game that attracts dedicated enthusiasts, with staff willing to troubleshoot and maintain equipment to keep rare games operational
Sky Zone Trampoline Park: The facility offers a dedicated Little Leapers program and designated Toddler Time specifically designed for younger children, which reviewers note is essential for safely accommodating young kids alongside older children and adults
Sarasota Jungle Gardens: Features four daily animal shows (Wildlife Wonder Show at 11:00 AM and 1:00 PM, Jungle Bird Show at 12:00 PM, and Reptile Show at 3:00 PM) providing multiple educational entertainment opportunities throughout the day
Sarasota Toy Museum / Moosehead Toys and Comics: Inventory changes regularly, encouraging repeat visits and creating a dynamic collection experience unusual for traditional museums
Sarasota Art Museum: The museum features Molly Hatch's 'Amalgam' exhibit displaying 450+ hand-painted ceramic plates installed throughout the building
Marietta Museum of Art & Whimsy: The museum operates on a highly seasonal schedule, open only November through May with limited hours of Thursday-Saturday 1 PM to 4 PM
Armageddon Laser Tag: Maintains a 4.8-star rating across 259 reviews, indicating consistently high customer satisfaction
STEALTH MOBILE LASER TAG: Planet Fun operates as an independent family fun center with diversified offerings including laser tag, gymnastics classes, and food services under one roof
Laser tag & more by Tropical Extremes, Inc.: The venue offers 22 state-of-the-art bowling lanes equipped with dragon ramps specifically designed for beginner bowlers, a specialized accessibility feature
Arcade Monsters: The venue operates an unlimited play model where customers pay one admission fee for unlimited time on all arcade games, rather than pay-per-play
Smugglers Cove Adventure Golf: The course features live American alligators (20-30 per location) that visitors can safely feed using cane fishing poles as part of the mini-golf experience

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