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Venice MainStreet, Inc.

Discover beautiful, historic Downtown Venice... our City on the Gulf.  Home to over 100 unique and independently owned stores and restaurants, Venice holds an ambiance and charm that is unmatched in Florida. Beyond the shopping and dining, visitors find shady oak and banyan-lined avenues, palm trees swaying in the Gulf breezes,... Read More
Discover beautiful, historic Downtown Venice... our City on the Gulf.  Home to over 100 unique and independently owned stores and restaurants, Venice holds an ambiance and charm that is unmatched in Florida. Beyond the shopping and dining, visitors find shady oak and banyan-lined avenues, palm trees swaying in the Gulf breezes, miles of pristine beach, parks dotted throughout the City, and an active arts and culture scene.  Venice is home to one of the nation's largest community theaters, The Venice Theatre, who maintain a full performance schedule throughout the year.  The Venice Art Center rotates over ten exhibits throughout the calendar year.   We are also the year-round home of world-renowned photographer Clyde Butcher, and his gallery is open to the public.  If music is what you are searching for, the Venice Beach Pavilion hosts musicians on nearly every night of the week, the Venice Symphony performs during high season, and free Friday Night Concerts hit the Gazebo stage in our beautiful Centennial Park twice a month.  Venice takes pride in it's historic significance, with our entire city plan (designed by respected planner John Nolen in 1926) being on the National Register of Historic Places.  Several local non-profits, including the Venice Area Historical Society and the Friends of the Lord-Higel House, work diligently to maintain and preserve our City.  Visit the Triangle Inn and City of Venice Archives to learn all about Venice's fascinating history, including our role in World War II.  With the completion of an overpass bridge in September of 2011, our historic Downtown will be accessible from The Legacy Trail.  The trail goes through nearby Oscar Sherer, giving travelers yet another over-night stay option (camping!).  Venice is a very bicycle-and-pedestrian-friendly community.  Venice is also home to one of Florida's few dog beaches.  If you enjoy the holiday season, Venice is the place to spend it.  The Avenues are all decorated, and City Hall displays "light sculptures" from Thanksgiving through the new year.  Our annual holiday parade takes place the Saturday after Thanksgiving, our Christmas Walk on the first Thursday in December and the boat parade on the first Saturday of December.  In 2011, we are adding a new tradition to the mix, with a free "Swinging Under the Stars Holiday Jazz Concert".
Come discover Venice... it truly is waiting for you Downtown! Read Less
  • 101 W. Venice Ave., Ste. 23
  • Venice, FL 34285
  • Phone: 941-484-6722

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suzanne schrader
12/23/2011

which week end in january is the out door arts show?

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suzanne schrader
12/23/2011

when is the out door arts show going to be in january?

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Trail Tuesday: Sarasota County's Legacy Trail

Kevin Mims, Outdoors & Nature Insider

October 25, 2011

If you haven't spent time on Sarasota County's Legacy Trail, make sure to add it to your to-do list. Totaling about 12 miles, it's the perfect length for a half-day bike ride from Sarasota to... Read More

Venice MainStreet Shopping Guide

Jeanette Scott, Shopping Insider

November 17, 2011

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Free Friday Night Concert Featuring Velvet Hammer

June 8, 2012

Hours: 7:00p.m-9:00p.m

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Address: 200 W Venice Ave, Venice, FL 34285

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Velvet Hammer's blues sound is a mixture between early Motown, Etta James, and Koko Taylor....

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27th Anniversary Downtown Venice Craft Festival

From June 16, 2012 to June 17, 2012

Hours: 10:00a.m-5:00p.m

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Address: Miami Avenue, Venice, FL 34285

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This event precludes the popular March Art Classic. Some of the nation’s best crafters will...

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Free Friday Night Concert Featuring Bandana

June 22, 2012

Hours: 7:00p.m-9:00p.m

Admission: 0

Address: 200 W Venice Ave, Venice, FL 34285

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Bandana originated in Venice, Florida in October of 1990. Since that time, they have won...

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Christmas In July

From July 20, 2012 to July 21, 2012

Hours: 10:00a.m-5:00p.m

Admission: 0

Address: All Avenues, Venice, FL 34285

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Join over 55 merchants and restaurants in celebrating the non-season! Enjoy sales, specials, and prizes......

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