The Spirit Fest: Holistic, Metaphysical and Wellness Expo will be held on April 1, 10 a.m. to 6 p.m., and April 2, 10 a.m. to 5:30 p.m., at the Sarasota Fairgrounds Robards Arena. This annual event will feature 80 booths with a wide assortment of vendors, practitioners, readers, artists, authors and demonstrations.  

“There is something for everyone and lots of opportunities for learning at every level,” says producer Mary Ellen Popyk. “We have vendors coming in from all over the country, and lots of seasoned readers and practitioners. The excellent energy and feeling of being together with others of like mind is the greatest benefit at these shows.” 

Speakers are scheduled on both days on all kinds of topics, and entrance into these talks is included with your admission. There will also be sound therapy, massage, foot reflexology, aura photography, and henna designs. Some vendors speak Spanish as well. Food will be available onsite, along with free parking at the fairgrounds.  

Location: 3000 Ringling Blvd., Sarasota. Entrance fee: $12 per day or $18 for the weekend. Children 12 and under can attend free-of-charge. For more information, call 321-313-2543 or visit SpiritFestUSA.com.