Double The Weekend Fun! Two Chances to Celebrate.
Do one or both of these great “adult” events.
Do you like adult beverages? I see quite a few hands out there. Great! Then, this is a weekend that you can really get behind.
😎 It may not be quite as rare as a total solar eclipse. But this weekend, there is a unique convergence of not one but two fantastic local imbibing opportunities.
These events have some similarities, but they also couldn’t be more different. Let’s have a quick look at a couple of ways for you to cut loose this weekend!
1️⃣ PARTY NUMBER 1!
Who Doesn’t Love a Street Party? That is a question that I actually thought I would never have to ask. Street parties are fun! Yes, I said it.
What could be better than closing off a road that is normally reserved for vehicular traffic only and filling it with food, drinks, music, and people? It almost feels like you’re getting away with something. 😁
Sarasota’s very own 99 Bottles Taproom & Bottle Shop turns five years old this weekend (I know, hard to believe). And they are doing it in a very 99 Bottles way. They’re “crafting” the perfect celebration!
Let’s take a look at what’s going on…
WHAT: 99 Bottles 5th Anniversary Block Party
WHEN: Saturday, April 13th – 4PM to 9PM
WHERE: 1445 2nd Street (they’ll be closing the street in front of 99 Bottles)
DETAILS: There’s going to be beer, of course. Plus, food from some great local food trucks.
🎶 You really can’t have a street party without music. Providing the soundtrack for the anniversary festivities will be Donny LaPonte and the Al Donadi Band.
A LITTLE EXTRA: There will be the release of a couple of special collaboration brews to commemorate the occasion! A Hazy IPA brewed with 3 Sons Brewing and an Imperial Stout created with Magnanimous Brewing.
This is a guaranteed fun time! You’ll definitely want to be on hand to congratulate Mark Tuchman and the whole 99 Bottles crew on five fantastic years!
2️⃣ PARTY NUMBER TWO!
Are You Ready for a Giant Cocktail Party? Then, this Sunday is your lucky day!
A little casual cocktailing on a beautiful Sunday afternoon. Bright blue sky, the deep green of the outfield grass (what?), and 25 of Sarasota’s most skilled mixologists serving up their best and most creative cocktail concoctions. 🍸
Seems like a picture-perfect way to spend a weekend afternoon, right?
The Sarasota-Manatee Originals know how to throw a party, that’s for certain. And this is no ordinary party. It’s one of Sarasota’s largest cocktail parties! 📝 It’s also a competition!
WHAT: 2024 Set the Bar Cocktail Competition
WHEN: Sunday, April 14 – 4PM to 7PM
WHERE: Ed Smith Stadium ⚾ (2700 12th Street)
DETAILS: 25 of Sarasota’s best cocktail creators put their best drinks forward in five separate liquor categories. Winners will be selected by a panel of judges AND by you!
📝 We are honored to be on the panel of judges for this year’s event. AND you’ll be able to read all about “What’s it’s Like to be a Cocktail Judge” later this month!
A LITTLE EXTRA: There will be “lite bites” served by some of Sarasota’s most well-known restaurants, live music, a beer garden, and a photo booth! 📸
Grab a ticket to this super event and get a taste of what some of the area’s most talented bartenders are mixing up! (You must be 21 to attend.)
OK! We’ve added cheer (or cheers!) to your weekend calendar. Our local hospitality industry is vibrant! We’re hoping you get out and enjoy some of what it has to offer.
👋 If you happen to see us out and about at either of these parties, definitely take the time to say HI! We love meeting our readers!
~ LH
🗓️ SARASOTA FOOD EVENTS 🗓️
Here are some upcoming local food events that we think you might find interesting. All you need to do is make that reservation. We’ve provided you with a link to more info.
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WEEKLY POP-UP KITCHEN EVENTS – 99 Bottles Taproom & Bottle Shop
Yes! Things are finally starting to pick up a bit in the local food event department. Our calendar is filling up little by little. ⬇️
APR 12 – Porter Winemaker Dinner – Cafe Gabbiano
APR 13 – 5th Anniversary Block Party – 99 Bottles
APR 14 – SET THE BAR COCKTAIL COMPETITION!🍹
APR 16 – Chicken Cock Whiskey Tasting – Element
APR 25 – Caymus Vineyards Wine Dinner – Pier 22
APR 26 – Paul Hobbs Winery Wine Dinner – GROVE Restaurant
MAY 5 – Cinco de Mayo – Kolucan
🧑🌾 FARMER’S MARKET INFO 🌾
EVERY SUNDAY – Siesta Key Farmer’s Market – DETAILS
EVERY SUNDAY – Farmer’s Market at Lakewood Ranch – DETAILS
EVERY SUNDAY – The Meadows Farmer’s Market – DETAILS
EVERY WEDNESDAY – The Phillippi Farmhouse Market (Oct-Apr) – DETAILS
THIRD THURSDAY NIGHT – RADD Night Market – DETAILS
EVERY SATURDAY – Sarasota Farmer’s Market – DETAILS
EVERY SATURDAY – Downtown Bradenton Public Market – DETAILS
EVERY SATURDAY – Venice Farmer’s Market – DETAILS
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