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- Downtown Sarasota Pineapple Drop A large, free block party on Main Street and Lemon Avenue.
- Details: Festivities run from 1 p.m. on Dec 31 to 1 a.m. on Jan 1. The event features carnival rides, amusement games, live music from local bands, food and drink vendors, and full bars. The iconic glowing pineapple drops at midnight, followed by a fireworks show over the bayfront.
- New Year’s Eve at Waterside Place A free community celebration at Waterside Plaza with a unique twist.
- Details: Starts at 6 p.m. on Dec 31. Features a live DJ, dancing, arcade games, LED mini-golf, and a midnight high-tech drone show instead of fireworks.
- New Year’s Eve Gala at Marie Selby Botanical Gardens An upscale, ticketed event.
- Details: This…