June 12 - July 2
Nominate the local businesses, brands, and spots you swear by across dozens of categories.
Ballots have been cast, counting is underway, and the winners will be revealed soon! Thank you to everyone who participated in Best of Sarasota 2026 and helped celebrate the people, places, businesses, services, and experiences that make Sarasota special.
Follow along through each phase of Best of Sarasota 2026
July 9 - July 31
Vote for your favorite finalists —where local go-tos battle it out and readers decide who truly deserves the title of Best of Sarasota.
Fall reveal
October 14, 2026
The winners and runner-ups will be revealed in Sarasota Magazine and celebrated across our platforms.