Robarts Arena & the Sarasota County Fairgrounds

Vintage markets, home shows, rodeos and the Sarasota County Fair every March, all at the 65-acre fairgrounds on Ringling Boulevard.

Make a night of it

Downtown SarasotaMcCurdy's, Burns Court and the Van Wezel.Coming upShows and events in the next few weeks.Stage & concertsVan Wezel, Asolo Rep, Manatee PAC, Municipal Auditorium, Ruth Eckerd Hall

Fairgrounds & arena FAQ

When is the Sarasota County Fair?

It's held each March; the 2026 fair ran March 13–22. Dates for 2027 hadn't been announced as of October 2026.

Where is Robarts Arena?

At the Sarasota County Fairgrounds, 3000 Ringling Boulevard, Sarasota.