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What’s On Suncoast? 8.2 – 8.9

| Angela Naff |

The Suncoast Post asks, “What’s On, Suncoast?” Here are some ideas for the area this week from August 2 – 9, 2024.

Row for Gold

Row for the Gold! Olympic Rowing Watch Party

Row for the Gold! Olympic Rowing Watch Party
5851 Nathan Benderson Circle, Sarasota, FL 34235

Catch all the action of the Men’s Eight race at the 2024 Paris Olympics right here on the Suncoast on the Jumbotron. Watch history being made at the site of the US Olympic and Paralympic Team Rowing Trials. Enjoy learn-to-row demos from Sarasota Crew, food trucks, Beer and wine served by Oak & Stone Restaurants, a Steel Drummer, Inflatable kids’ games, an Olympic photo op, and more! The event is free, and parking is free. There is no need to RSVP—show up early to reserve a great seat!

The event is sponsored by Michael Saunders & Company, Jimmy Dean, Realtor, Sarasota Crew, and Louis Kosiba, NBP Board Member.

Hours: Saturday, August 3, 2024 from 1 p.m. – 4 p.m.

Kings Roadhouse

Kings Roadhouse Bar & Grill

Kings Roadhouse Bar & Grill
2200 Kings Highway, #3n, Port Charlotte, FL 33980

American comfort food in style! From Smash Burgers to Steak Bites, Filet Mignon to our Famous Dublin Rolls, we have something for everyone on our menu! Family-friendly, Music, Sports, and Cocktails at our 28-seat Bar!

Hours: Sunday through Wednesday, 11 a.m. – 9 p.m.; Thursday to Saturday, 11 a.m. – 10 p.m.

Corey Ave

Corey Ave Sunday Fresh Market on St. Pete Beach

Corey Ave Sunday Fresh Market on St. Pete Beach
Corey Avenue & Blind Pass Road Saint Pete Beach, FL 33706

Join us every Sunday morning, all year long, for the Corey Ave Sunday Market on St. Pete Beach. We host about 100 vendors every weekend, including fresh produce, baked goods, clothing, jewelry, art, home décor, gifts, souvenirs, and so much more. Plus food trucks & vendors with refreshments, breakfast, brunch, lunch, and desserts.

Free parking is available on Sundays at the Library, City Hall, and regular street parking. You can also use the Sun Runner & Beach Trolley.

Hours: Sunday, August 4, 2024 9:15 a.m. – 1:15 p.m.

The barnyard

The Barnyard

The Barnyard
620 Martin Luther King Ave W., Bradenton, FL 34203

Located inside the new Oneco Farmer’s Market here on the Suncoast, The Barnyard serves up the best of your favorite American classics. The Barnyard dishes include a killer chicken sandwich, fall-off-the-bone chicken wings, an out-of-this-world chicken wrap, and more. Their hand-squeezed lemonade has their “cousins” (customers) coming back for more, time after time.

Hours: 11 a.m. – 7 p.m. Monday/Tuesday, 10:30 a.m. – 7:30 p.m. Wednesday – Saturday, Closed Sundays

Suncoast Tours

Ride and Paddle at The Bay (Guided Tour)

Ride and Paddle at The Bay (Guided Tour)
201 10th St W, Bradenton, FL 34205

Come experience the flora and fauna at The Bay through a free, guided kayak nature tour.

Experience The Bay from the water! Explore the restored mangroves and other flora and fauna of The Bay on this free, intermediate-level guided kayak tour led by one of Ride & Paddle’s experienced guides (a $60 value!).

Please refrain from registering for multiple dates to ensure there is enough space to accommodate everyone interested. Due to popular demand for free guided tours, registrations are accepted only four weeks in advance.

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