Planning a Florida vacation this year? Spend some time at the beach and discover these top events in Venice Beach, Florida.
Italian Feast
When: February – fourth full weekend
Where: Venice Florida Airport Festival grounds
Held the fourth full weekend in February, the Italian Feast will celebrate its 32nd year in 2020 and will be bigger and better than ever. The real highlight of this festival is, of course, the food. Sample dishes like sausage and peppers, pasta Fagioli, meatballs, and desserts such as cannoli. Beyond just the delicious food, there are also daily and nightly live music line ups, ranging from jazz to rock to oldies.
Suncoast BBQ & Bluegrass Festival
When: March 27 & 28, 2020
Where: Venice Airport Festival Grounds
Plan to attend Southwest Florida’s premier BBQ and bluegrass event, the Suncoast BBQ & Bluegrass Festival this March. Sample BBQ from the nation’s top pitmasters all while listening to award-winning bluegrass bands at this two-day festival. The actual event is free, but food and drinks are purchased.
Venice Shark Tooth Festival
When: April 3 & 4, 2020
Where: Venice Airport Festival Grounds
Named as the “shark tooth capital of the world,” Venice Beach, Florida hosts the annual Venice Shark Tooth Festival every Spring. The event highlights fossil collectors from across the southeast who sell and display shark teeth from around the world. Plus, the festival includes over 100 artists displaying their original work, live music, and delicious food and drinks.
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Christmas in July
When: July 18 & 19, 2020
Where: Downtown Venice
Get into the holiday spirit early with Christmas in July at downtown Venice Beach. This two-day shopping event brings together restaurants and stores offering great deals and discounted prices. There is even a free Christmas trolley where you can visit with Mr. and Mrs. Claus.
Venice Beach Oktoberfest
When: September
Where: Venice Main Street
Celebrate Oktoberfest, Venice style with the annual Venice Beach Oktoberfest. Your tickets get you into a fall-themed-beer tastings traditional German music, a small stein for sampling, and delicious food.
Venice Christmas Boat Parade
When: 1st Saturday in December
Where: start at Albee Farm Bridge, head south to Circus Bridge
Spend the holidays in Venice Beach and plan to attend the Venice Christmas Boat Parade. Due to Venice Beach’s miles of intercoastal waterways, it is the best viewing ground for this annual boat light parade and festival.
Stay at Venice Beach Villas
Plan to attend one of these events in Venice Beach Florida this year and complete your vacation with a stay at Venice Beach Villas. Located on the beautiful island of Venice, our vacation rentals are just a short walk to the Venice Public Beach and historic downtown. Choose from a variety of rentals including studios and efficiencies to one and two-bedroom rooms. Book your stay with Venice Beach Villas and enjoy all that Venice Beach has to offer.
