Sarasota Opera Mini Events
Celebrate 100 years with Sarasota Opera! Host or attend themed Mini Events and support the arts in fun, intimate settings.
FAMILY DAY at the Opera House
Enjoy a free, fun-filled FAMILY DAY at the Opera House! Live music, tours, crafts, treats & more—perfect for kids and families. August 23, 2025.
Mattison's Riverwalk Grille Live Blues Brunch
Enjoy Live Blues and a delicious brunch on the open air patio at Mattison's Riverwalk Grille.
Classic Movies at the Opera House: The Apartment (1960)
Watch The Apartment at Sarasota Opera House on August 29. A romantic comedy with Jack Lemmon and Shirley MacLaine. Showtime: 7:00 PM.
HD at the Opera House: Starstruck - Gene Kelly's Love Letter to Ballet
See Starstruck Aug 31 at 1:30 PM, Sarasota Opera House. A jazzy ballet tribute to Gene Kelly’s 1960 Paris classic. Run time: 1 hour.
Classic Movies at the Opera House: The Last Picture Show (1971)
Watch The Last Picture Show at Sarasota Opera House on September 12. A poignant coming-of-age film set in small-town Texas. Showtime: 7:00 PM.
HD at the Opera House: Ariadne auf Naxos
See Ariadne auf Naxos Sept 14 at 1:30 PM, Sarasota Opera House. A stunning Strauss opera film from Maggio Musicale. Run time: 2h 30m.
Sarasota Opera Food & Wine Festival
Experience the Sarasota Opera's Food & Wine Festival on Sept. 27 at 1 PM! Savor local cuisine, sip fine wines, and support Sarasota Youth Opera. Tickets: VIP $1
Mattison's Riverwalk Grille Live Blues Brunch
Enjoy Live Blues and a delicious brunch on the open air patio at Mattison's Riverwalk Grille.
HD at the Opera House: Otello
Experience Verdi’s Otello Sept 28 at 1:30 PM, Sarasota Opera House. A powerful opera film starring Jonas Kaufmann. Run time: 3h 10m.