The Harvest Sarasota presents Diverse Fest 2025

The Harvest Sarasota is thrilled to announce the 3rd annual Diverse Fest. The event – which is free and open to the community – takes place on Saturday, June 14, 11 a.m.-4 p.m. on the Harvest/Harvest House campus (3650 17th St., Sarasota).

Highlights will include live performances by the Harvest Band, Dingbat Theatre, Azara Ballet, and all-female pop/country band Merge Eleven. Spotlight vendors will include Embracing Our Differences, Senior Friendship Centers, Project Pride SRQ, Free Mom Hugs, Dingbat Theatre, and many more. Food vendors will include Scurry’s Down Home Cooking, Leo’s Clean Kitchen and UaStar Island Juice & Peanuts.

Diverse Fest was born out of a desire to unite communities during a time when social and political division was becoming more prevalent. Two team members recognized the need not just to celebrate Pride Month but all marginalized groups. The event was created in order to bring people together in the spirit of diversity and inclusivity; the goal was to remind the wider community that it is our differences that make Sarasota beautiful. Harvest leadership saw and believed in that mission, and provided the space for it to come to life.

“We believe that this event is more important now than ever, and we're thrilled to be bringing it to the community at a time when we feel it’s truly needed,” said Harvest President | CEO – and guitar player for the Harvest Band – Dan Minor. “This year, we're going all out, with additional vendors and a bigger, better experience than ever before. We encourage the community to get ready for an unforgettable event that promises to showcase the power of inclusion and love, and exceed all expectations!”

During previous Fests, organizers report that several thousand community members visited the Harvest House campus over the course of the event. All ages are welcome and there are family-friendly activities throughout the day.

Presenting Sponsor is Seacoast Bank. Visit diversefest.com for more information.