BeLocal Venice Seasonal Happenings
With over 35 exciting seasonal events, there’s always something happening to bring neighbors together for unforgettable experiences. Get ready to celebrate at the Sharks Tooth Festival, where fossil hunters and foodies unite, or groove to live music at the Venice Blues Festival. Savor authentic flavors at the Italian Feast, and kick off the holiday season in style at the magical Holiday Parade, a must-see tradition that lights up the town. Here’s your month-by-month guide to some of Venice’s most beloved annual events.
Spring
March – AACA Car Show
Centennial Park transforms into a classic car lover’s dream, with vintage rides and gleaming chrome lining the streets.
Centennial Park transforms into a classic car lover’s dream, with vintage rides and gleaming chrome lining the streets.
April – Shark’s Tooth Festival
Celebrate Venice’s claim to fame as the “Shark Tooth Capital of the World” with fossil vendors, live music, food trucks, and plenty of toothy treasures
Celebrate Venice’s claim to fame as the “Shark Tooth Capital of the World” with fossil vendors, live music, food trucks, and plenty of toothy treasures
Egg Hunt
A family-friendly Easter event featuring thousands of hidden eggs, face painting, and a special appearance by the Easter Bunny.
A family-friendly Easter event featuring thousands of hidden eggs, face painting, and a special appearance by the Easter Bunny.
May – Spring Fling Skim Jam
Watch amateur and pro skim boarders show off their skills on the shoreline, with music, food, and beachside fun.
Watch amateur and pro skim boarders show off their skills on the shoreline, with music, food, and beachside fun.
Summer
June – Downtown Venice Craft Festival
Stroll through historic downtown and browse handcrafted goods from talented artisans, including jewelry, pottery, and home décor.
Stroll through historic downtown and browse handcrafted goods from talented artisans, including jewelry, pottery, and home décor.
July – Fireworks at the Beach
Celebrate Independence Day with a dazzling fireworks display over the Gulf, best viewed from Venice Beach.
Celebrate Independence Day with a dazzling fireworks display over the Gulf, best viewed from Venice Beach.
Fall
October – Sun Fiesta
A Venice tradition since 1973, this weekend-long celebration features a parade, bed races, live entertainment, and a Miss Sun Fiesta pageant.
A Venice tradition since 1973, this weekend-long celebration features a parade, bed races, live entertainment, and a Miss Sun Fiesta pageant.
November – Downtown Venice Art Festival
One of the top art festivals in the country, showcasing hundreds of artists and their works along Venice Avenue.
One of the top art festivals in the country, showcasing hundreds of artists and their works along Venice Avenue.
Winter
December – Venice Holiday Parade
Kick off the holiday season with floats, bands, and festive fun as the parade marches through downtown Venice.
Kick off the holiday season with floats, bands, and festive fun as the parade marches through downtown Venice.
Venice Christmas Boat Parade
A magical evening where boats adorned with lights and decorations cruise along the Intracoastal Waterway.
A magical evening where boats adorned with lights and decorations cruise along the Intracoastal Waterway.
These events are just a taste of what Venice has to offer throughout the year. Be sure to check local listings and community calendars for exact dates and additional happenings. Welcome to the neighborhood—now go out and enjoy all the fun Venice has in store!