Celebrate the end of 2023 with thrilling midway rides and games for the whole family and deep-fried treats, sweets and other tasty carnival eats.

A block party on Sunday from 1 pm - 1 am features DJs, live music including 22N dance band (8 pm) and country artist Chas Collins (9 pm), the annual Pineapple Drop at midnight, and fireworks over Sarasota Bay.

Event admission is free.

Unlimited ride wristbands (valid all day Saturday and till 6 pm on Sunday) are $30 online before 3 pm Sunday or $35 on site while supplies last.

Ride tickets (valid anytime) are available at the carnival for $60/50 tickets (includes 1 free ride) or online before 3 pm Sunday for $50/50 tickets + 1 free ride. (Rides take 2 or more tickets each.)

Midway hours: 1-10 pm Saturday and 10 am - 1 am Sunday (no unaccompanied guests under age 21)

More information: 866-666-3247 or DreamlandAmusements.com/upcoming-events-amusement-carnival/sarasota-pineapple-drop-carnival/

The Pineapple Drop Block Party is hosted by the Sarasota Downtown Merchants. Visit DestinationDowntownSarasota.com for more details.