Sarasota is located in the northwestern part of Sarasota County, and celebrates the Sarasota Film Festival which is held each year from March 27th through April 5th. Also, the annual Sarasota Convention and Visitors Bureau\u2019s \u201cSavor Sarasota\u201d dining event is held May 27th in Sarasota. Sarasota is home to the Marie Selby Gardens, a tropical oasis, nestled on the bay front of Sarasota, and the Van Wenzel performing Arts Hall which has been entertaining audiences with a variety of music, dance, theater, and comedy for over 35 years now. You can visit the Sarasota Bed and Breakfast, or the Sarasota Inn and during your stay, see local celebrities at the Sarasota Film festival, visit The Bay View Bar and Grill with its full bay views and enjoy delicious, uncomplicated cuisine, or enjoy The Broken Egg Restaurant which is a unique dining experience for breakfast, or lunch. Local celebrities have been known to dine at The Broken Egg Restaurant as well, so you might end up sitting near someone famous. If you are looking for a great B\u0026B, a wonderful bay view from a caf\u00e9, or a great night of entertainment, Sarasota, Fl. Is the place for your next vacation, or overnight stay. Less