Sarasota Gay Beach

North Lido was once famous for its acceptance of nude sunbathers, but this is no longer the case. However, the quiet, northern reaches of the key are popular with Sarasota's gay community. There are quite a few dunes covered with sea oats and other beach vegetation that provide cover for those wishing to remain discreet. When visiting Sarasota gay beach don't forget to check-in on facebook and use #sarasotaOUT

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Directions:

Address: 1-85 John Ringling Blvd, Sarasota, FL 34236.
We recommend taking Uber or Lyft to the 1-85 John Ringling Blvd Parking lot.

Use the first beach access located at John Ringling Blvd at 1-85 John Ringling Blvd Parking, then follow the beach to the right for 1000 ft.

PARKING: There is limited parking around St Armands Circle, along Benjamin Franklin Drive, or at 1-85 John Ringling Blvd Parking depending on the day and time.

Big Gay Beach Party 3

Sunday September 6th, 11AM - 6PM

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It's back...! Grab your squad, your most fabulous beach outfits, a mask, and hand sanitizer for Sarasota's infamous Big Gay Beach Party taking place LABOR DAY WEEKEND. FREE event for ALL of Sarasota's LGBT & ally community. All ages are welcome. This is a public event. Attendance is at your own risk. Please keep socially distant and follow the Governors' guidelines to keep yourself and our community safe. We encourage you to bring everything you would need for a self-contained day at the beach. Umbrellas, beach blankets, chairs, coolers, sunscreen, canopies, water, BYOB, snacks, towels, etc. There are NO amenities located at this section of the beach. The nearest restroom is 1 mile away. Please remember to keep our beaches beautiful by cleaning up after yourself.

September 2019's Big Gay Beach Party Pictures

BEACH Level Sponsors

TRENT & MAX

June 2019's Big Gay Beach Party Pictures

June's Big Gay Beach Party Sponsors

Pyramid Productions

F. Joseph Wilson