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Elves are Busy Weeks

December 02, 2024 - December 08, 2024 December 02, 2024
12:00 AM - 11:55 PM
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    About this event

     
    Elves are Busy Week at Sun Outdoors Sarasota is a festive celebration where families can enjoy a range of activities inspired by the holiday spirit. From craft workshops to storytime sessions with Santa's helpers, there's something magical for everyone to experience. The event aims to create lasting memories and spread joy throughout the community during the holiday season.

    Event Schedule

    Dec 02, 2024

    10:00 AM | Free
    Cartoons & Coloring

    Cultivate creativity and joy at our Activity Center with Cartoons & Coloring—immerse yourself in a delightful experience of coloring diverse pages while enjoying kid-friendly programs.

    Location: Activities Center

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    10:30 AM | Free
    Daily Free Crafts

    The following free crafts will be available all day. Elf Paper Plate, Reindeer Wreath, Christmas Tree Paper Roll

    Location: Activities Center

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    11:00 AM | Free
    Elf Memory Game

    Engage in festive fun during Elves Are Busy Week with our Elf Memory Game! Test your memory skills with an exciting elf-themed twist. Join us at the Activity Center for a jolly good time with friends and family!

    Location: Activities Center

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    12:00 PM | ($)
    Popsicle Stick Elf

    Peek into the magical world of elves during Elves Are Busy Week! Create your own enchanting Popsicle Stick Elf at the Activity Center. Let your creativity shine as you paint and decorate your elf to spread holiday cheer!

    Location: Activities Center

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    01:00 PM | Free
    Snowball Relay

    Start the festive fun with our Snowball Relay during Elves Are Busy Week! Gather your team and race with cotton ball snowballs on spoons. Who will navigate the wintry course the fastest? Join us outside the Activity Center to find out!

    Location: Activities Center

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    02:00 PM | ($)
    Tie Dye/Reverse Dye

    Transform your plain white shirts, bold black tees, vibrant greens, radiant reds, and navy blues with sunny yellow into colorful canvases with Tie Dye/Reverse Dye at our Activity Center—choose from a variety of sizes, even for your furry friends, and explore the magic of vibrant dyes and creative techniques, either by rubber banding and coloring indoors or crafting unique bleach patterns outdoors!

    Location: Activities Center

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    03:00 PM | Free
    Giant Chess

    Get ready for some grand gaming at the Sports Complex! Join us for thrilling matches of Giant Chess with lawn-sized pieces. Swing by and challenge your friends to a strategic showdown with the Activities Team Member today!

    Location: Sports Complex

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    04:00 PM | ($)
    Santa Sign Painting

    Send some holiday cheer with our Santa Sign Painting activity! Get a wooden Santa sign and let your creativity shine as you color or paint it. Spread festive vibes throughout your home with your personalized masterpiece! Join us in the Activity Center for some jolly fun!

    Location: Activities Center

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    05:00 PM | Free
    Family Feud Game

    First in line for fun? Join us for Family Feud Game night at the Activity Center! Gather your family and friends for an evening of laughter and friendly competition. Test your knowledge and see who reigns supreme in this ultimate showdown!

    Location: Activities Center

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    Dec 03, 2024

    10:00 AM | Free
    Cartoons & Coloring

    Cultivate creativity and joy at our Activity Center with Cartoons & Coloring—immerse yourself in a delightful experience of coloring diverse pages while enjoying kid-friendly programs.

    Location: Activities Center

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    10:30 AM | Free
    Daily Free Crafts

    The following free crafts will be available all day. Paper Roll Elf Craft, Clothespin Christmas Tree, Christmas Scattergories, Snowman Windsock

    Location: Activities Center

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    11:00 AM | Free
    Santa's Workshop Coloring

    Send your little elves to Santa's Workshop Coloring at the Activity Center! Dive into the holiday spirit as you color festive scenes of Santa's bustling workshop. Join us for creative fun and holiday cheer for the whole family!

    Location: Activities Center

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    12:00 PM | ($)
    Candy Cane Elf

    Can you craft a Candy Cane Elf? Join us at the Activity Center and decorate two candy canes with paper cutouts to create an adorable elf! Let your creativity flow this Elves Are Busy Week with this sweet and festive activity for all ages!

    Location: Activities Center

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    01:00 PM | Free
    Hangman Games

    Hang out and have a blast with our Hangman Games at the Activity Center! Gather 'round and test your wordplay skills as you guess letters and solve the puzzle. Join us for a lively and entertaining game night that's fun for all ages!

    Location: Activities Center

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    02:00 PM | ($)
    Sand Art

    Spark your creativity with Sand Art at our Activity Center, where you can fill up enchanting bottles with layers of colorful sand or bring stickers to life by adding vibrant sand, creating beautiful pictures!

    Location: Activities Center

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    03:00 PM | Free
    Ring Toss

    Race over to our Ring Toss extravaganza! Step outside the Activity Center and take aim for a whirlwind of fun. Test your tossing skills and see if you can ring the victory bell!

    Location: Activities Center

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    04:00 PM | ($)
    Christmas Camper Painting

    Come and paint your very own Christmas Camper at our Activity Center! Get creative and add your festive touch to a hanging wooden camper. Join the holiday fun during Elves Are Busy Week with this delightful activity for all ages!

    Location: Activities Center

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    05:00 PM | Free
    Domino Chain Reactions

    Dive into a world of excitement at our Activity Center with Domino Chain Reactions! Join in the fun as you set up thrilling domino displays and watch them tumble in mesmerizing sequences. Come and be part of this captivating chain reaction adventure!

    Location: Activities Center

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    Dec 04, 2024

    10:00 AM | Free
    Cartoons & Coloring

    Cultivate creativity and joy at our Activity Center with Cartoons & Coloring—immerse yourself in a delightful experience of coloring diverse pages while enjoying kid-friendly programs.

    Location: Activities Center

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    10:30 AM | Free
    Daily Free Crafts

    The following free crafts will be available all day. Elf Cork Craft, Christmas Camper Paper Plate, Washi Tape Christmas Tree, Reindeer Paper Roll

    Location: Activities Center

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    11:00 AM | Free
    Twister Game

    Tackle a twist of fun at our Activity Center with the Twister Game! Gather friends and family to enjoy exciting rounds of Twister together. Join us for a lively time and get ready to twist and turn!

    Location: Activities Center

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    12:00 PM | ($)
    Candy Cane Reindeer

    Create your own Candy Cane Reindeer at our Activity Center! Transform two candy canes into festive reindeer with paper cutouts. Perfect for Elves Are Busy Week, this craft lets you add a touch of holiday cheer to your decorations. Join the fun for all ages!

    Location: Activities Center

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    01:00 PM | Free
    Pictionary

    Pencil in some fun with Pictionary at the Activity Center! Pick up a marker, draw your best, and guess away in this lively game of sketches and laughs. Join friends and family for an artistic showdown—let the doodles begin!

    Location: Activities Center

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    02:00 PM | ($)
    Build-A-Friend

    Bring your imagination to life with Build-A-Friend at our Activity Center—choose your perfect stuffed animal from our selection, stuff it to huggable perfection with stuffing and a star, seal it up with the help of our friendly staff, and create a personalized birth certificate for your new companion; plus, discover a home for your big stuffies with their very own cardboard house!

    Location: Activities Center

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    03:00 PM | Free
    Jump Rope Contest

    Join the Jump Rope Contest outside the Activity Center! Show off your skills and compete to be the last one jumping. It's a fun and energetic challenge for all ages!

    Location: Activities Center

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    03:00 PM | Free
    Christmas BINGO

    Come join the festive fun with Christmas BINGO at the Activity Center! Delight in a merry game of picture BINGO, featuring holiday-themed prizes for lucky winners. Perfect for Elves Are Busy Week, bring the whole family for a jolly good time!

    Location: Activities Center

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    04:00 PM | ($)
    Gingerbread Pot Painting

    Get into the holiday spirit with Gingerbread Pot Painting! Join us at the Activity Center to decorate mini terra cotta pots, transforming them into adorable gingerbread houses. Perfect for Elves Are Busy Week, this activity is fun for all ages!

    Location: Activities Center

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    Dec 05, 2024

    10:00 AM | Free
    Cartoons & Coloring

    Cultivate creativity and joy at our Activity Center with Cartoons & Coloring—immerse yourself in a delightful experience of coloring diverse pages while enjoying kid-friendly programs.

    Location: Activities Center

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    10:30 AM | Free
    Daily Free Crafts

    The following free crafts will be available all day. Elf Pinecone, Handprint Christmas Tree, Wreath Paper Plate, Santa Paper Roll

    Location: Activities Center

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    11:00 AM | Free
    Hopscotch

    Hop into fun with our outdoor Hopscotch game! Grab some chalk and sketch out your course on the pavement. Challenge your friends to lively games of Hopscotch, enjoying active play right outside our Activity Center!

    Location: Activities Center

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    12:00 PM | ($)
    Ceramic Painting

    Create your own masterpiece with Ceramic Painting at our Activity Center—choose your favorite ceramic piece from our selection and paint it to reflect your unique style and creativity!

    Location: Activities Center

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    01:00 PM | Free
    Musical Chairs

    Mingle with friends and join the music for a thrilling round of Musical Chairs at the Activity Center! Move, groove, and dash for a seat as the tunes play on. Make memories and laughter in this lively game—come join the fun!

    Location: Activities Center

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    02:00 PM | ($)
    Jar Lid Christmas Ornament

    Jingle all the way to the Activity Center for some holiday crafting fun! Join us in making Jar Lid Christmas Ornaments—simply wrap string around the lid ring and let your creativity shine as you decorate. Perfect for Elves Are Busy Week!

    Location: Activities Center

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    03:00 PM | Free
    Horseshoes

    Head over to the horseshoe pits behind the Activity Center for some fun games. We've got regular horseshoes for adults and jumbo plastic ones for the little ones. Come join the excitement and show off your throwing skills!

    Location: Horseshoe Pits

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    04:00 PM | Free
    Christmas Coloring

    Celebrate the season with Christmas Coloring at the Activity Center! Join us for festive fun as you bring holiday scenes to life with your colorful creativity. Perfect for Elves Are Busy Week—come and enjoy the merry magic!

    Location: Activities Center

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    05:00 PM | Free
    Tic Tac Toe Games

    Take a break with Tic Tac Toe Games! Join us at the Activity Center for some friendly matches—X's and O's, strategy and fun! Bring your competitive spirit and enjoy timeless entertainment for all ages.

    Location: Activities Center

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    Dec 06, 2024

    10:00 AM | Free
    Cartoons & Coloring

    Cultivate creativity and joy at our Activity Center with Cartoons & Coloring—immerse yourself in a delightful experience of coloring diverse pages while enjoying kid-friendly programs.

    Location: Activities Center

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    10:30 AM | Free
    Daily Free Crafts

    The following free crafts will be available all day. Finger Print Elf, Christmas Tree Paper Accordion, Reindeer Paper Strips, Paper Plate Santa Treat Bag

    Location: Activities Center

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    11:00 AM | Free
    Charades

    Cue the excitement! Gather your friends and family for a lively game night at the Activity Center with Charades. Challenge your acting skills, share laughter, and enjoy an evening of playful antics.

    Location: Activities Center

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    12:00 PM | ($)
    Santa Binoculars

    Step into the magic of the season with Santa Binoculars at the Activity Center! Craft your own festive pair using paper rolls and let your imagination soar as you decorate them to resemble Santa's very own. Join us for joyful crafting during Elves Are Busy Week!

    Location: Activities Center

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    01:00 PM | Free
    Frisbee Tossing

    Fling into fun with Frisbee Tossing outside the Activity Center! Join us for an exhilarating outdoor activity where you can test your frisbee throwing skills alongside friends and family. Bring your A-game and let the tossing excitement begin!

    Location: Activities Center

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    02:00 PM | ($)
    Popsicle Stick Christmas Tree

    Prepare for a jolly crafting session with Popsicle Stick Christmas Trees! Gather your supplies and let the holiday spirit flow as you assemble and decorate your very own festive tree. Join us for joyful crafting during Elves Are Busy Week!

    Location: Activities Center

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    03:00 PM | Free
    Hula Hoop Contest

    How about diving into some hula hoop fun poolside? Join our Hula Hoop Contest and show off your skills! Grab your hoop and make a splash with spins, twirls, and laughs – it's all happening by the pool!

    Location: Poolside

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    04:00 PM | ($)
    Rock Painting

    Ready to rock your creativity? Join us for Rock Painting at the Activity Center! Select your perfect rock canvas, unleash your imagination with paints, and create a masterpiece that rocks! Fun and artsy vibes guaranteed for all ages!

    Location: Activities Center

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    05:00 PM | Free
    Christmas Trivia

    Celebrate the holiday spirit with Christmas Trivia! Test your knowledge of yuletide traditions and festive facts as you compete for exciting prizes. Join us for some merry fun during Elves Are Busy Week!

    Location: Activities Center

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    Dec 07, 2024

    10:00 AM | Free
    Cartoons & Coloring

    Cultivate creativity and joy at our Activity Center with Cartoons & Coloring—immerse yourself in a delightful experience of coloring diverse pages while enjoying kid-friendly programs.

    Location: Activities Center

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    10:30 AM | ($)
    Candy Bar BINGO

    Come join the sweet excitement of Candy Bar BINGO at our Activity Center! Bet a candy bar for a chance to win big. Winners take home a sweet selection from the betting pool, with the blackout winner scoring the entire jackpot!

    Location: Activities Center

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    11:30 AM | Free
    Daily Free Crafts

    The following free crafts will be available all day. Elf Color By Number, Santa's Paper Laundry, Snowman Paper Bag, Christmas Word Scramble

    Location: Activities Center

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    12:00 PM | ($)
    Popsicle Stick Grinch

    Prepare for some festive fun at the Activity Center! Get creative with popsicle sticks as you craft your own Grinch masterpiece. Join us for Elves Are Busy Week and bring the magic of Whoville to life with your own Popsicle Stick Grinch creation!

    Location: Activities Center

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    01:00 PM | Free
    Scoop Toss

    Shoot for fun-filled excitement outside our Activity Center with Scoop Toss! Gather your friends, grab your scoops and ball, and team up for thrilling toss-and-catch action. Join the outdoor fun and test your coordination skills together!

    Location: Activities Center

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    02:00 PM | ($)
    Christmas Tree Paper Plate Weaving

    Celebrate the holidays with a merry crafting session! Join us for Christmas Tree Paper Plate Weaving during Elves Are Busy Week. We'll provide everything you need to create a festive masterpiece, weaving ribbons and adding decorations to your very own Christmas tree!

    Location: Activities Center

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    03:00 PM | Free
    Giant Bowling

    Get ready for some colossal fun at our Sports Complex! Gather your friends and join us for Giant Bowling. Knock down those pins and aim for a strike in this exciting and larger-than-life game!

    Location: Sports Complex

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    04:00 PM | ($)
    Sand Art

    Spark your creativity with Sand Art at our Activity Center, where you can fill up enchanting bottles with layers of colorful sand or bring stickers to life by adding vibrant sand, creating beautiful pictures!

    Location: Activities Center

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    05:00 PM | Free
    Rudolph Race Off

    Ready for some reindeer fun? Join us for the Rudolph Race Off during Elves Are Busy Week! Compete in a speedy pom pom transfer using your nose covered in Vaseline. Fastest mover wins a festive prize - see you there for some jolly competition!

    Location: Activities Center

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    07:00 PM - 10:00 PM | Free
    Saint Tone Band

    Set the scene for a captivating evening by the pool with Saint Tone Band, as renowned singer/songwriter Tony Saint Tone and his band perform a vibrant mix of pop, rock, and country tunes.

    Location: Poolside

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    Dec 08, 2024

    10:00 AM | Free
    Cartoons & Coloring

    Cultivate creativity and joy at our Activity Center with Cartoons & Coloring—immerse yourself in a delightful experience of coloring diverse pages while enjoying kid-friendly programs.

    Location: Activities Center

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    10:30 AM | Free
    Daily Free Crafts

    The following free crafts will be available all day. Paper Elf, Christmas Tree Wind Catcher, Reindeer Cork

    Location: Activities Center

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    11:00 AM | Free
    Sidewalk Chalk

    Step into a world of vibrant fun with Sidewalk Chalk at our Activity Center—let your creativity run wild as you create colorful masterpieces on the pavement with the chalk provided!

    Location: Activities Center

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    12:00 PM | ($)
    Popsicle Stick Snowflake

    Prepare for some snowflake magic! Join us for Popsicle Stick Snowflake crafting during Elves Are Busy Week. Glue and decorate popsicle sticks to create beautiful snowflakes, perfect for adding some winter wonder to your holiday decorations. See you there!

    Location: Activities Center

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    01:00 PM | Free
    Lego Challenge

    Let your imagination soar with the Lego Challenge at our Activity Center—follow prompts, work under time limits, and showcase your building skills for a chance to be crowned one of our top creators!

    Location: Activities Center

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    02:00 PM | ($)
    Build-A-Friend

    Bring your imagination to life with Build-A-Friend at our Activity Center—choose your perfect stuffed animal from our selection, stuff it to huggable perfection with stuffing and a star, seal it up with the help of our friendly staff, and create a personalized birth certificate for your new companion; plus, discover a home for your big stuffies with their very own cardboard house!

    Location: Activities Center

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    03:00 PM | Free
    Catch a Ball Carnival Game

    Come one, come all to our Activity Center for the Catch a Ball Carnival Game! Step outside and test your aim by tossing balls into carnival-style buckets. Join the fun and excitement for an unforgettable outdoor experience!

    Location: Activities Center

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    04:00 PM | ($)
    Wreath Fork Painting

    Welcome to our Wreath Fork Painting activity during Elves Are Busy Week! Grab a fork and join the festive fun as we create beautiful wreaths on cardstock. Add your personal touch with colorful decorations for the perfect holiday masterpiece. Don't miss out!

    Location: Activities Center

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    05:00 PM | Free
    Telephone Game

    Try your hand at the Telephone Game! Join us for laughter-filled rounds of whispering and passing messages down the line. Bring your friends and family for a fun-filled activity that's sure to keep everyone entertained!

    Location: Activities Center

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