Ed Smith Stadium
Sarasota, FL
2700 12th Street 34237
VENUE GUIDE
Ed Smith Stadium
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Tickets & Events
Upcoming games, concerts, shows & live events
Before & After
Venue Details
STAY NEAR THE ACTION
Stay Near Ed Smith Stadium
Make the event easier by staying close to Ed Smith Stadium and the surrounding Sarasota area. Compare nearby options for the night before, the night of, or after your event.
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VENUE & SURROUNDING AREA
About Ed Smith Stadium & the Area
Ed Smith Stadium is an event venue in Sarasota, FL. Use this venue guide to plan where to stay, what to do before and after the event, and how the venue connects with the surrounding event destination.
BEFORE THE EVENT
Your Opening Act
Ideas near Ed Smith Stadium for late morning, lunch, the afternoon and the hours leading up to your event.
Restaurants
Tortas Locas & Bakery
0.1 mi from the venue
Grab a bite before heading to Ed Smith Stadium.
Google Maps rating: 4.4 (259 reviews)
Subway
0.3 mi from the venue
Make this a food stop before the event.
Google Maps rating: 3.7 (281 reviews)
El Patio Latino Peruvian Restaurant
0.3 mi from the venue
Food within easy reach of Ed Smith Stadium.
Google Maps rating: 4.3 (530 reviews)
Antoine's Restaurant
0.3 mi from the venue
Food within easy reach of Ed Smith Stadium.
Google Maps rating: 4.8 (383 reviews)
Siam Gulf Sarasota
0.3 mi from the venue
Make this a food stop before the event.
Google Maps rating: 4.7 (548 reviews)
Mariscos Azteca Mexican Seafood Restaurant
0.3 mi from the venue
Make this a food stop before the event.
Google Maps rating: 4.3 (744 reviews)
Eye-Openers & Cocktails
Rendezvous Lounge
0.8 mi from the venue
Grab a drink before heading to Ed Smith Stadium.
Google Maps rating: 4.1 (454 reviews)
Shamrock Pub
1.0 mi from the venue
Grab a drink before heading to Ed Smith Stadium.
Google Maps rating: 4.5 (378 reviews)
57 Tavern
1.0 mi from the venue
A nearby stop for drinks before the event.
Google Maps rating: 4.4 (334 reviews)
Office Bar SRQ
1.2 mi from the venue
Grab a drink before heading to Ed Smith Stadium.
Google Maps rating: 4.4 (286 reviews)
Coffee & Cafes
7-Eleven
0.2 mi from the venue
Coffee near Ed Smith Stadium for your event day.
Google Maps rating: 3.9 (165 reviews)
El Gran Cambio
0.7 mi from the venue
A nearby coffee stop for your event day.
Google Maps rating: 4.9 (12 reviews)
Wawa
0.8 mi from the venue
A nearby coffee stop for your event day.
Google Maps rating: 3.8 (289 reviews)
Benè Italian Caffè
1.1 mi from the venue
Coffee and a quick break before the event.
Google Maps rating: 5.0 (25 reviews)
Museums
Sarasota Toy Museum / Moosehead Toys and Comics
1.2 mi from the venue
An easy cultural stop to add before Ed Smith Stadium.
Google Maps rating: 4.8 (184 reviews)
The Historic Leonard Reid House
1.5 mi from the venue
Add a museum stop to your pre-event plans.
Google Maps rating: 4.9 (15 reviews)
Attractions
Newtown Estates Park
1.0 mi from the venue
Explore this attraction before heading to Ed Smith Stadium.
Google Maps rating: 4.4 (238 reviews)
Payne Skate Park
1.1 mi from the venue
Another way to make more of your event day.
Google Maps rating: 4.7 (459 reviews)
The Sarasota Children's Garden
1.2 mi from the venue
Another way to make more of your event day.
Google Maps rating: 4.6 (518 reviews)
Sarasota Art Museum
1.7 mi from the venue
Another way to make more of your event day.
Google Maps rating: 4.5 (619 reviews)
Sarasota Opera House
1.8 mi from the venue
Explore this attraction before heading to Ed Smith Stadium.
Google Maps rating: 4.7 (890 reviews)
Bobby Jones Golf Club
1.8 mi from the venue
Another way to make more of your event day.
Google Maps rating: 3.6 (429 reviews)
Shopping
Grand Slam Plaza
0.3 mi from the venue
A nearby shopping stop for your event day.
Google Maps rating: 4.4 (279 reviews)
Colonial Village Shopping Center
0.8 mi from the venue
A nearby shopping stop for your event day.
Google Maps rating: 4.0 (545 reviews)
Merchants Pointe Shopping Center
0.8 mi from the venue
A nearby shopping stop for your event day.
Google Maps rating: 4.6 (24 reviews)
Goldtree Plaza
0.9 mi from the venue
Shop nearby before heading to the venue.
Google Maps rating: 4.2 (325 reviews)
Northeast Plaza Shopping Center
0.9 mi from the venue
Browse nearby shops before heading to Ed Smith Stadium.
Google Maps rating: 4.4 (492 reviews)
Sarasota Commons
1.2 mi from the venue
Browse nearby shops before heading to Ed Smith Stadium.
Google Maps rating: 4.4 (997 reviews)
AFTER THE EVENT
Your Encore
Evening and post-event options near Ed Smith Stadium. Hours can vary by day, so confirm current hours for your event date.
Restaurants
Tortas Locas & Bakery
0.1 mi from the venue
Grab a bite after the event at Ed Smith Stadium.
Today: 8:00 AM – 9:00 PM
Google Maps rating: 4.4 (259 reviews)
Subway
0.3 mi from the venue
A nearby option for a post-event meal.
Today: 9:00 AM – 12:00 AM
Google Maps rating: 3.7 (281 reviews)
El Patio Latino Peruvian Restaurant
0.3 mi from the venue
Food near Ed Smith Stadium for after the show or game.
Today: 11:00 AM – 9:00 PM
Google Maps rating: 4.3 (530 reviews)
Antoine's Restaurant
0.3 mi from the venue
Food near Ed Smith Stadium for after the show or game.
Today: Closed
Google Maps rating: 4.8 (383 reviews)
Siam Gulf Sarasota
0.3 mi from the venue
Grab a bite after the event at Ed Smith Stadium.
Today: 11:00 AM – 2:30 PM, 5:00 – 9:00 PM
Google Maps rating: 4.7 (548 reviews)
Mariscos Azteca Mexican Seafood Restaurant
0.3 mi from the venue
Food near Ed Smith Stadium for after the show or game.
Today: 11:00 AM – 9:00 PM
Google Maps rating: 4.3 (744 reviews)
Bars & Nightlife
Rendezvous Lounge
0.8 mi from the venue
Drinks near Ed Smith Stadium after the show or game.
Today: 12:00 PM – 2:30 AM
Google Maps rating: 4.1 (454 reviews)
Shamrock Pub
1.0 mi from the venue
Keep the night going after the event.
Today: 3:00 PM – 1:00 AM
Google Maps rating: 4.5 (378 reviews)
57 Tavern
1.0 mi from the venue
A nearby post-event stop for drinks.
Today: 12:00 PM – 2:30 AM
Google Maps rating: 4.4 (334 reviews)
Office Bar SRQ
1.2 mi from the venue
Keep the night going after the event.
Today: 2:00 PM – 2:00 AM
Google Maps rating: 4.4 (286 reviews)
Getting to Ed Smith Stadium
Parking
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Rideshare
Uber, Lyft and local taxi service are common transportation options for visitors to Ed Smith Stadium in Sarasota, FL. Event-day pickup and drop-off restrictions may apply, so check your rideshare app for the current designated location and instructions.
Transit
Venue-specific public transit service to Ed Smith Stadium has not been verified. Major games and events may use special rail, bus, shuttle or traffic plans. Check the venue's official event guide and the local transit agency for current event-day service.
Valet
Not Verified
Parking & Event-Day Details
PARKING PRICES
Rates Can Change by Event
Ed Smith Stadium hosts major game-day and event traffic. Official lots, prepaid passes, opening times, ADA parking and road restrictions can vary by team, opponent or event. Check the venue's official event guide and your ticket/parking instructions before arrival.
TAILGATING
Not Verified
Tailgating, grilling, alcohol and parking-lot gathering rules at Ed Smith Stadium have not been venue-verified. Policies can differ by team and event. Check the venue's official event-day rules before arrival.
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