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Sarasota, 34243 United States
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  • July 2026

  • Tue 7

    Mote SEA Guided Tour

    Featured July 7 @ 3:00 pm - 4:00 pm Mote SEA Guided Tours
    Mote Science Education Aquarium 225 University Town center Dr., Sarasota, United States

    From the sparkling Florida shallows to the vivid Indo-Pacific reef, Mote Science Education Aquarium has so much to offer! But don't just scratch the surface, become fully immersed with a Guided Tour of Mote SEA. During this 45-60 minute tour, a professional Mote Educator will guide you through our dynamic habitats where you'll hear insider …

  • Fri 10

    Mote SEA Morning Family Yoga

    Featured July 10 @ 8:00 am - 9:00 am Mote SEA Morning Yoga
    Mote Science Education Aquarium 225 University Town center Dr., Sarasota, United States

    Little Fins & Family Flow: Morning Family Yoga at Mote Start your day with movement, connection, and ocean-inspired fun! Join Samskara Yoga for a family-friendly yoga experience inside the inspiring setting of Mote SEA. This family yoga session invites parents and children to move, stretch, and breathe together through playful poses, yoga-inspired games, and moments …

  • Sat 11
    A young visitor wearing one of Mote's sensory-friendly backpacks and noise reducing headphones visits the manatees at Mote Science Education Aquarium

    Sensory SEA

    Featured July 11 @ 8:30 am - 9:30 am Sensory SEA
    Mote Science Education Aquarium 225 University Town center Dr., Sarasota, United States

    Mote Science Education Aquarium will open its doors an hour early exclusively for individuals with sensory processing differences or autism spectrum disorders. During this event, Mote will create a welcoming, calm, and inclusive environment with sensory-friendly modifications such as softer lighting, reduced noise levels, and minimized visual stimulation whenever possible. Sensory SEA begins at 8:30 …

  • Sat 11
    a couple dines at a banquet table with a large fish tank in the background

    SEA & Savor: Wine Dinner

    Featured July 11 @ 6:30 pm - 8:30 pm SEA & Savor
    Mote Science Education Aquarium 225 University Town center Dr., Sarasota, United States

    This unique multi-course dining experience brings guests together around the table to enjoy a thoughtfully curated coastal-inspired menu in one of the aquarium’s most immersive spaces. Surrounded by the stunning Florida's Gulf Coast Portal habitat, guests will enjoy great food, conversation, and an unforgettable atmosphere unlike anywhere else in the area. Whether you are planning …

    $195
  • Tue 14

    Mote SEA Guided Tour

    Featured July 14 @ 3:00 pm - 4:00 pm Mote SEA Guided Tours
    Mote Science Education Aquarium 225 University Town center Dr., Sarasota, United States

    From the sparkling Florida shallows to the vivid Indo-Pacific reef, Mote Science Education Aquarium has so much to offer! But don't just scratch the surface, become fully immersed with a Guided Tour of Mote SEA. During this 45-60 minute tour, a professional Mote Educator will guide you through our dynamic habitats where you'll hear insider …

  • Tue 21

    Mote SEA Guided Tour

    Featured July 21 @ 3:00 pm - 4:00 pm Mote SEA Guided Tours
    Mote Science Education Aquarium 225 University Town center Dr., Sarasota, United States

    From the sparkling Florida shallows to the vivid Indo-Pacific reef, Mote Science Education Aquarium has so much to offer! But don't just scratch the surface, become fully immersed with a Guided Tour of Mote SEA. During this 45-60 minute tour, a professional Mote Educator will guide you through our dynamic habitats where you'll hear insider …

  • Sat 25
    a couple dines at a banquet table with a large fish tank in the background

    Sea & Savor: Wine Dinner

    Featured July 25 @ 6:30 pm - 8:30 pm SEA & Savor
    Mote Science Education Aquarium 225 University Town center Dr., Sarasota, United States

    Join us for a completely different SEA & Savor experience inside our stunning Indo-Pacific Gallery. Rather than a seated dinner, guests will enjoy an interactive reception-style evening featuring chef-inspired food stations, thoughtfully paired wines, passed hors d'oeuvres, and opportunities to explore one of the aquarium's most spectacular galleries after hours. Mingle with fellow guests while …

    $75
  • Tue 28

    Mote SEA Guided Tour

    Featured July 28 @ 9:00 am - 4:00 pm Mote SEA Guided Tours
    Mote Science Education Aquarium 225 University Town center Dr., Sarasota, United States

    From the sparkling Florida shallows to the vivid Indo-Pacific reef, Mote Science Education Aquarium has so much to offer! But don't just scratch the surface, become fully immersed with a Guided Tour of Mote SEA. During this 45-60 minute tour, a professional Mote Educator will guide you through our dynamic habitats where you'll hear insider …

  • Fri 31

    Mote SEA Morning Yoga

    Featured July 31 @ 7:30 am - 8:30 am Mote SEA Morning Yoga
    Mote Science Education Aquarium 225 University Town center Dr., Sarasota, United States

    SEArenity Flow Start your Friday with calm, connection, and a deeper appreciation for the ocean. Join Samskara Yoga for a gentle morning flow inside the inspiring setting of Mote SEA. This all-levels yoga class blends mindful movement, breathwork, and relaxation while reflecting on our connection to the ocean and the living world it supports. As …

  • August 2026

  • Fri 14

    Mote SEA Morning Yoga

    Featured August 14 @ 7:30 am - 8:30 am Mote SEA Morning Yoga
    Mote Science Education Aquarium 225 University Town center Dr., Sarasota, United States

    SEArenity Flow Start your Friday with calm, connection, and a deeper appreciation for the ocean. Join Samskara Yoga for a gentle morning flow inside the inspiring setting of Mote SEA. …

  • Fri 21

    Mote SEA Morning Family Yoga

    Featured August 21 @ 8:00 am - 9:00 am Mote SEA Morning Yoga
    Mote Science Education Aquarium 225 University Town center Dr., Sarasota, United States

    Little Fins & Family Flow: Morning Family Yoga at Mote Start your day with movement, connection, and ocean-inspired fun! Join Samskara Yoga for a family-friendly yoga experience inside the inspiring …

  • Fri 28

    Mote SEA Morning Yoga

    Featured August 28 @ 7:30 am - 8:30 am Mote SEA Morning Yoga
    Mote Science Education Aquarium 225 University Town center Dr., Sarasota, United States

    SEArenity Flow Start your Friday with calm, connection, and a deeper appreciation for the ocean. Join Samskara Yoga for a gentle morning flow inside the inspiring setting of Mote SEA. …

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