Skip to main content

explore our locations

We have a collection of amazing resorts across the U.S. and Canada, that take outdoor vacations to the next level. Start planning your perfect getaway with Sun Outdoors.

In partnership with Sun Outdoors Logo
In partnership with Sun Retreats Logo
In partnership with Sun Resorts & Residences Logo
In partnership with Sun RV Communities Logo
In partnership with Jellystone Park™ Logo
View details for RV Sites
Sun Outdoor resorts offer RV sites

RV Sites

Enjoy full hookup RV sites that accommodate everything from pop-up campers to motorhomes.

View details for Lodging
Lodging is available at Sun Outdoors

Lodging

Feel close to adventure without roughing it in traditional and unique vacation rentals and charming motels.

View details for Tent Camping
Sun Outdoors offers Tent Camping sites

Tent Camping

Get back to basics. Sleep under the stars with our rustic and premium tent camping sites.

View details for Long-Term Stays
Long Term Stays available at Sun Outdoors

Long-Term Stays

Stay for just the summer or entire year.  Leave your RV or purchase a vacation home for a season or lifetime.

Holiday Friends Week

December 09, 2024 - December 15, 2024 December 09, 2024
12:00 AM - 11:55 PM
Holiday Friends Week Holiday Friends Week

    About this event

    Holiday Friends Week at Sun Outdoors Sarasota brings together families and friends for a week of fun and camaraderie in a festive atmosphere. Activities include themed arts and crafts, games, and special events designed to celebrate togetherness during the holiday season. It's a wonderful opportunity for guests to create new traditions and enjoy quality time with loved ones in a cheerful setting.

     

    Event Schedule

    Dec 09, 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

    Add to my calendar

    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

    Add to my calendar

    11:00 AM | Free
    Santa Word Search

    Send some holiday cheer with our Santa Word Search at the Activity Center! Enjoy festive fun for all ages as you hunt for hidden words. Challenge your friends and family to see who can find them all the fastest!

    Location: Activities Center

    Add to my calendar

    12:00 PM | ($)
    Woodland Critter Stocking Ornament

    With our Woodland Critter Stocking Ornament craft at the Activity Center, holiday joy is guaranteed! Choose from our selection of adorable foam ornaments and follow simple instructions to create your own festive masterpiece. Perfect for spreading cheer during Holiday Friends Week!

    Location: Activities Center

    Add to my calendar

    01:00 PM | ($)
    Christmas Ceramic Painting

    Come and create your own masterpiece with Christmas Ceramic Painting at the Activity Center! Choose from our selection of festive ceramics and let your creativity shine as you paint it just the way you like. Fun for all ages during Holiday Friends Week!

    Location: Activities Center

    Add to my calendar

    02:00 PM | ($)
    Popsicle Stick Reindeer Ornament

    Piece together holiday magic with our Popsicle Stick Reindeer Ornament craft at the Activity Center! Enjoy festive crafting fun for all ages as you assemble and decorate your own adorable reindeer ornament. Perfect for adding a touch of whimsy to your holiday decor during Holiday Friends Week!

    Location: Activities Center

    Add to my calendar

    03:00 PM | Free
    Dodgeball

    Dive into the action-packed fun with Dodgeball at the Sports Complex! Gather your team and join us for thrilling games led by our Activities Team Member. Don't miss out on the excitement!

    Location: Sports Complex

    Add to my calendar

    04:00 PM | ($)
    Christmas Character Pot Decorating

    Craft your own Christmas magic with Character Pot Decorating at the Activity Center! Choose a mini terra cotta pot and let your imagination run wild as you paint and decorate it to resemble your favorite festive character. Fun for all ages during Holiday Friends Week!

    Location: Activities Center

    Add to my calendar

    05:00 PM | Free
    Snowball Scoop Game

    Scoop up the holiday fun with our Snowball Scoop Game at the Activity Center! Join the circle of excitement as you test your skills blindfolded to see who can gather the most cotton balls in 30 seconds. Who will be the snowball champion this Holiday Friends Week?

    Location: Activities Center

    Add to my calendar

    Dec 10, 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

    Add to my calendar

    10:30 AM | Free
    Daily Free Crafts

    The following free crafts will be available all day. Christmas Character Clothespin, Penguin Egg Carton, Elf Paper Plate, Santa Windsock

    Location: Activities Center

    Add to my calendar

    11:00 AM | Free
    Twelve Days of Christmas Relay

    Tis the season for the Twelve Days of Christmas Relay outside the Activity Center! Gather your friends and form teams as you race to collect items representing the classic song. Who will dash to victory and complete their bucket first during this Holiday Friends Week extravaganza?

    Location: Activities Center

    Add to my calendar

    12:00 PM | ($)
    Peppermint Walrus Ornament

    Place a touch of whimsy on your tree with our Peppermint Walrus Ornament at the Activity Center! Enjoy crafting fun for all ages as you assemble and decorate this adorable foam ornament. Perfect for adding holiday cheer to your decorations during Holiday Friends Week!

    Location: Activities Center

    Add to my calendar

    01:00 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

    Add to my calendar

    02:00 PM | ($)
    Reindeer Antler Craft

    Ride the holiday spirit with our Reindeer Antler Craft at the Activity Center! Dive into festive fun as you create your own antlers adorned with twinkling beads, perfect for spreading cheer during Holiday Friends Week festivities.

    Location: Activities Center

    Add to my calendar

    03:00 PM | Free
    Christmas Sidewalk Chalk

    Cast your creativity onto the pavement with Christmas Sidewalk Chalk outside the Activity Center! Join in the holiday fun as you color festive drawings and spread cheer with friends and family during this joyous Holiday Friends Week celebration.

    Location: Activities Center

    Add to my calendar

    04:00 PM | ($)
    Snowman Tealight Ornament

    Steer your holiday crafting journey with our Snowman Tealight Ornament at the Activity Center! Spark festive cheer as you give life to your own snowman, complete with a glowing carrot nose and adorned with charming accessories. Perfect for spreading joy during Holiday Friends Week!

    Location: Activities Center

    Add to my calendar

    05:00 PM | Free
    Reindeer Races STEM Challenge

    Race into holiday fun with our Reindeer Races STEM Challenge at the Activity Center! Decorate your balloon reindeer and use physics to propel it across the string against a friend. Who will win the festive race during Holiday Friends Week?

    Location: Activities Center

    Add to my calendar

    Dec 11, 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

    Add to my calendar

    10:30 AM | Free
    Daily Free Crafts

    The following free crafts will be available all day. Reindeer Wreath, Pipe Cleaner Snowman, Christmas Character Paper Roll, Santa Handprint

    Location: Activities Center

    Add to my calendar

    11:00 AM | Free
    Reindeer Color by Number

    Read the holiday cheer with our Reindeer Color by Number activity at the Activity Center! Unleash your creativity as you fill in the numbered sections to reveal a festive reindeer. Perfect for all ages to enjoy during Holiday Friends Week celebrations!

    Location: Activities Center

    Add to my calendar

    12:00 PM | ($)
    Monster Christmas Ornament

    Make your holidays monstrously merry with our Monster Christmas Ornament craft at the Activity Center! Choose from our selection of prepackaged foam monsters and follow simple instructions to create a unique and festive ornament. Perfect for spreading cheer during Holiday Friends Week!

    Location: Activities Center

    Add to my calendar

    01:00 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

    Add to my calendar

    02:00 PM | ($)
    Dog Christmas Ornament

    Do you want to add a furry friend to your tree? Come to the Activity Center and pick out a prepackaged foam Dog Christmas Ornament craft! Choose from our selection and follow simple instructions to create a festive canine companion for your holiday decor during Holiday Friends Week!

    Location: Activities Center

    Add to my calendar

    03:00 PM | Free
    Ping Pong

    Participate in a ping pong showdown at the Sports Complex led by our sporty activities team member, Danny. Grab a paddle, rally with friends, and let the fun and competition begin! Join us for an action-packed ping pong adventure!

    Location: Sports Complex

    Add to my calendar

    04:00 PM | ($)
    Gnome Pot Ornament

    Great holiday crafting awaits with our Gnome Pot Ornament at the Activity Center! Flip mini terra cotta pots upside down, add yarn for a beard, a pom pom nose, and a string for hanging to create charming gnome ornaments. Perfect for festive fun during Holiday Friends Week!

    Location: Activities Center

    Add to my calendar

    05:00 PM | Free
    Jingle Bell Rock Game

    Jump into festive fun with our Jingle Bell Rock Game at the Activity Center! Wear a belt with a tissue box filled with jingle bells and move and shake to the holiday beat, trying to jingle them out. Perfect for laughter and merriment during Holiday Friends Week!

    Location: Activities Center

    Add to my calendar

    Dec 12, 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

    Add to my calendar

    10:30 AM | Free
    Daily Free Crafts

    The following free crafts will be available all day. Elf Popsicle Stick Ornament, Reindeer Clothespin, Grinch Paper Plate, Cotton Ball Snowman

    Location: Activities Center

    Add to my calendar

    11:00 AM | Free
    Snowman Cup Bowling

    Snap into holiday fun with Snowman Cup Bowling at the Activity Center! Decorate paper cups like snowmen, stack them up, and take aim with ping pong balls to knock them over. Perfect for friendly competition and festive laughter during Holiday Friends Week!

    Location: Activities Center

    Add to my calendar

    12:00 PM | ($)
    Gingerbread Animal Ornament

    Go on a holiday crafting adventure with our Gingerbread Animal Ornament at the Activity Center! Choose your favorite foam ornament from our selection and follow simple instructions to create a festive gingerbread animal to hang on your tree during Holiday Friends Week!

    Location: Activities Center

    Add to my calendar

    01:00 PM | ($)
    Suncatcher Painting

    Shine with creativity in Suncatcher Painting at the Activity Center! Choose from our wide selection of plastic suncatchers and let your artistic side flourish as you paint them with suncatcher paint. Watch your artwork turn into stained glass as the sun gleams through – it's a sun-soaked adventure in creativity!

    Location: Activities Center

    Add to my calendar

    02:00 PM | ($)
    Christmas Foam Keychain

    Craft your own holiday magic with our Christmas Foam Keychain at the Activity Center! Choose from a variety of festive designs and follow simple instructions to create your own personalized keychain. Perfect for spreading holiday cheer during Holiday Friends Week festivities!

    Location: Activities Center

    Add to my calendar

    03:00 PM | Free
    Silent Ball

    Stay on your toes with Silent Ball at the Activity Center! Test your skills in this unique game where silence is golden. Swing by and join the action—remember, silence is key to victory!

    Location: Activities Center

    Add to my calendar

    04:00 PM | ($)
    Rudolph Stocking Painting

    Run to the Activity Center and unleash your creativity with Rudolph Stocking Painting! Get your own Rudolph Stocking and decorate it to your heart's content with paints or colors. Perfect for adding a personal touch to your holiday decor during Holiday Friends Week!

    Location: Activities Center

    Add to my calendar

    05:00 PM | Free
    Bauble Balance

    Beat the holiday challenge with Bauble Balance at the Activity Center! Test your skills as you balance baubles on differently sized pool noodles, racing against the clock to stack them up without toppling over. Join the festive fun during Holiday Friends Week!

    Location: Activities Center

    Add to my calendar

    Dec 13, 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

    Add to my calendar

    10:30 AM | Free
    Daily Free Crafts

    The following free crafts will be available all day. Elf Paper Roll, Reindeer Candy Cane, Snowman Clothespin, Angel Paper Fan

    Location: Activities Center

    Add to my calendar

    11:00 AM | Free
    Santa Crossword

    See how fast you can solve the Santa Crossword at the Activity Center! Dive into holiday fun with this Santa Claus-themed puzzle, perfect for all ages. Challenge your friends and family to see who can complete it the fastest during Holiday Friends Week!

    Location: Activities Center

    Add to my calendar

    12:00 PM | ($)
    Dinosaur Christmas Ornament

    Dig into holiday crafting with our Dinosaur Christmas Ornament at the Activity Center! Choose your favorite foam ornament from our selection and follow simple instructions to create a festive dinosaur decoration. Perfect for adding a touch of prehistoric cheer during Holiday Friends Week!

    Location: Activities Center

    Add to my calendar

    01:00 PM | ($)
    Christmas Reverse Dye

    Craft your own unique holiday shirt with Christmas Reverse Dye at the Activity Center! Choose from a selection of Sun Outdoors shirts in festive colors and sizes, then use Christmas-themed stencils to create fun silhouetted images by spraying bleach. Perfect for spreading holiday cheer during Holiday Friends Week!

    Location: Activities Center

    Add to my calendar

    02:00 PM | ($)
    Penguin Ornament

    Play and craft with our Penguin Ornament at the Activity Center! Dive into holiday fun as you create your own foam penguin ornament following simple instructions. Perfect for adding a touch of festive cheer to your decorations during Holiday Friends Week!

    Location: Activities Center

    Add to my calendar

    03:00 PM | Free
    Holiday Friends Scavenger Hunt

    Hidden treasures await in our Holiday Friends Scavenger Hunt at the Activity Center! Grab your scavenger hunt sheet and explore the RV resort to find 10 laminated pictures of Holiday Friends. Write down their locations and win a prize when you return with your completed sheet. Join the festive fun during Holiday Friends Week!

    Location: Activities Center

    Add to my calendar

    04:00 PM | ($)
    Snowman Slime

    Run to the Activity Center and unleash your creativity with Rudolph Stocking Painting! Get your own Rudolph Stocking and decorate it to your heart's content with paints or colors. Perfect for adding a personal touch to your holiday decor during Holiday Friends Week!

    Location: Activities Center

    Add to my calendar

    05:00 PM | Free
    Candy Canes Card Game

    Candy Canes Card Game craze at the Activity Center! Join the festive fun of this holiday twist on the classic Spoons game, where candy canes replace spoons. Gather your friends for a jolly good time during Holiday Friends Week!

    Location: Activities Center

    Add to my calendar

    07:00 PM - 10:00 PM | Free
    Dirty Little Secrets Band

    Dive into the groove with Dirty Little Secrets band by the poolside tonight! Dance, splash, and groove to their tunes as they light up the evening with infectious beats. Don't miss this chance to make waves with live music!

    Location: Poolside

    Add to my calendar

    Dec 14, 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

    Add to my calendar

    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

    Add to my calendar

    11:30 AM | Free
    Daily Free Crafts

    The following free crafts will be available all day. Penguin Paper Plate, Santa & Reindeer Stick Puppet, Christmas Character Popsicle Stick, Snowman Fingers

    Location: Activities Center

    Add to my calendar

    12:00 PM | ($)
    Shark Christmas Ornament

    Sea-sonal crafting fun awaits with our Shark Christmas Ornament at the Activity Center! Dive into holiday cheer as you choose a foam ornament from our selection and follow simple instructions to create your own festive shark decoration. Perfect for adding a splash of joy during Holiday Friends Week!

    Location: Activities Center

    Add to my calendar

    01:00 PM | Free
    What's in the Santa Hat?

    Watch the holiday excitement unfold with What's in the Santa Hat? at the Activity Center! Test your sense of touch as you stick your hand into Santa's hat and guess what's hidden inside. Join the festive fun during Holiday Friends Week!

    Location: Activities Center

    Add to my calendar

    02:00 PM | ($)
    Christmas Ceramic Painting

    Come and create your own masterpiece with Christmas Ceramic Painting at the Activity Center! Choose from our selection of festive ceramics and let your creativity shine as you paint it just the way you like. Fun for all ages during Holiday Friends Week!

    Location: Activities Center

    Add to my calendar

    03:00 PM | Free
    Jumbo Jenga Poolside

    Join the jamboree by the pool with our Jumbo Jenga! Jump into the fun as you stack and topple giant blocks poolside with friends and family. Just jive your way to victory in this oversized game of skill and strategy!

    Location: Poolside

    Add to my calendar

    04:00 PM | ($)
    Snowman Puffy Painting

    Snowy fun awaits with Snowman Puffy Painting at the Activity Center! Create puffy paint with shaving cream, glue, and paints, then craft your own marshmallow-like snowman. After it dries, add finishing touches for a festive masterpiece during Holiday Friends Week!

    Location: Activities Center

    Add to my calendar

    05:00 PM | Free
    Reindeer Word Search

    Reindeer-themed word search excitement at the Activity Center! Dive into holiday fun with our Reindeer Word Search and race against the clock to find all the festive words. Join us for a jolly challenge during Holiday Friends Week!

    Location: Activities Center

    Add to my calendar

    07:00 PM - 10:00 PM | Free
    BYNGE Band

    Be entertained by the lively tunes of BYNGE at our Poolside gathering tonight! Grab your seat, chill by the pool, and groove to some awesome beats. Let's make it a night to remember with great music and good vibes!

    Location: Poolside

    Add to my calendar

    Dec 15, 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

    Add to my calendar

    10:30 AM | Free
    Daily Free Crafts

    The following free crafts will be available all day. Christmas Gnome Paper Plate, Stuck Santa Puppet, Reindeer Handprint

    Location: Activities Center

    Add to my calendar

    11:00 AM | Free
    Rudolph Race Off

    Race into holiday hilarity with our Rudolph Race Off at the Activity Center! Compete with Vaseline-coated noses to move red pom-poms from one bowl to another in the fastest time. Join the festive fun and vie for victory during Holiday Friends Week!

    Location: Activities Center

    Add to my calendar

    12:00 PM | ($)
    Gingerbread Emoji Ornament

    Get ready for holiday crafting with our Gingerbread Emoji Ornament at the Activity Center! Choose your favorite foam ornament from our selection and follow simple instructions to create a festive gingerbread emoji decoration. Perfect for spreading cheer during Holiday Friends Week!

    Location: Activities Center

    Add to my calendar

    01:00 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

    Add to my calendar

    02:00 PM | ($)
    Christmas Critter Ornament

    Celebrate the season with our Christmas Critter Ornament craft at the Activity Center! Choose from our selection of adorable foam critters and follow simple instructions to create your own festive ornament. Perfect for adding holiday cheer during Holiday Friends Week!

    Location: Activities Center

    Add to my calendar

    03:00 PM | Free
    Gaga Ball

    Get ready for a blast at the Mailroom Gaga Ball Pit! Gather your friends and gear up for some action-packed games of gaga ball. Join us for gaga ball fun near the mailroom and unleash your gaga skills in thrilling matches!

    Location: Mailroom Gaga Ball Pit

    Add to my calendar

    04:00 PM | ($)
    Santa Sign Painting

    Spread holiday cheer with Santa Sign Painting at the Activity Center! Get your own hanging Wooden Santa sign and let your creativity shine as you color or paint it to your heart's content. Join the festive fun during Holiday Friends Week!

    Location: Activities Center

    Add to my calendar

    05:00 PM | ($)
    Christmas 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

    Add to my calendar

    Leaving Site

    You are about to enter our customer portal. The portal allows current long-term (seasonal or annual) guests to check balances, make payments, and much more.

    If you are not a current long-term guest, please close this window to book an online reservation or a long-term stay.