Discover a vibrant mix of food and drink, beauty and wellness, shopping, entertainment and town center living all along the water’s edge of Kingfisher Lake. Waterside Place is Sarasota’s first lakefront entertainment destination. With a fully programmed events calendar, it has become home to some of our favorite signature events, including the #1 Farmers’ Market in America, Ranch Nite Wednesday and live music.
Three Town Centers. One Vibrant Community.
COME EXPLORE THE HEART OF IT ALL.
The town centers at Lakewood Ranch give you easy access to simple luxuries like waterfront dining and spa services. Each has its own personality and charms, but all set the stage for extraordinary moments with friends and neighbors. The energy that fills our streets turns every visit into a celebration.
Waterside Place
Main Street
At the heart of Lakewood Ranch, you’ll find a picturesque town center lined with cafés and boutiques, specialty shops, international restaurants, the Lakewood Ranch Cinemas, and various services and businesses, including the Lakewood Ranch Information Center. The open-air, pedestrian-friendly environment provides a unique place for strolling and shopping, signature community events, and concerts and festivals all year long.
The Green at Lakewood Ranch
The Green is one of our three town centers and is located closest to the northern villages of Lakewood Ranch. The Green is a 37-acre walkable shopping center featuring more than two dozen businesses, including a fitness center, specialty grocery store, retail and dining, gathering spaces for socializing and apartments for town center living.
Endless Events & Entertainment
BB Living Lakewood Ranch Grand Opening
BB Living Lakewood Ranch delivers an elevated, maintenance-free rental experience featuring brand-new, thoughtfully designed three and four-bedroom single-family homes and…
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Tropical Santa at Lakewood Ranch Main Street!
🎅🌴 Meet Tropical Santa at Lakewood Ranch Main Street! 🌴🎅 While you’re out enjoying the Christmas in July shopping event…
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Sights + Sounds at Waterside Place: Music Compound – Heartbreakers
Sights + Sounds at Waterside Place: Music Compound – Heartbreakers 🎸🎶 Join us at Waterside Place on Thursday, August 7,…
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2026 World Cup Final Watch Party!
Experience the excitement of the world’s biggest soccer match at the 2026 World Cup Final Watch Party at Premier Sports…
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Lunch with Santa at Delany’s
Join us for a delightful holiday experience at Delany’s from 12 PM to 2 PM! Enjoy a festive lunch with…
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Lunch with Santa at Florida Provisions
Join us for a delightful holiday experience at Florida Provisions from 12 PM to 2 PM! Enjoy a festive lunch…
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Breakfast with Santa at The Juice Pod
Join us for a delightful holiday experience at The Juice Pod from 9 AM to 11 AM! Enjoy a festive…
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Lunch with Santa at Osteria 500
Join us for a delightful holiday experience at Osteria 500 from 12 PM to 2 PM! Enjoy a festive lunch…
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Lunch with Santa at The Peculiar Pub
Join us for a delightful holiday experience at Peculiar Pub from 12 PM to 2 PM! Enjoy a festive lunch…
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