This Festival offers events for the entire family to enjoy, including some of the fastest powerboats in the world racing in the Gulf of Mexico off Lido Beach. Enjoy a Boat Fun Run, Downtown Block Party, Kickoff Party, Kids Fishing Tournament, Motorcycle Poker Chip Run, and so much more!!! For full details visit suncoastsummerfest.org

Let your appetite do the giving!! Support Suncoast Charities for Children by dining at any Columbia Restaurant during the entire month of September for lunch or dinner during the 24th Annual Columbia Restaurant Community Harvest program. Through this program, the Columbia donates 5% of all guests' September lunch and dinner checks to the charitable organizations chosen by their customers.

The Annual Holiday Boat Parade of Lights will be held on Saturday, December 11, 2021 beginning at 6:00 pm. This year's parade on Sarasota Bay, features both corporate and private vessels decorated in a holiday theme. Co-Chairs for this year's parade are Lisa Baer and Greg Corvelle. This annual event is free to the public, and the best areas for viewing are Marina Jack and Bayfront Park. Entry is free for all boats registered before Thanksgiving . All proceeds benefit Suncoast Charities for Children. For more information, or to register as a participant, call Marina Jack at (941)365-4232

The "Suncoast Summer Fest" Boat Fun Run will take place on Saturday, July 3, 2021 with stops to be announced. All proceeds benefit Suncoast Charities for Children. For more information visit suncoastsummerfest.org!