If you're on the beach on Sunday afternoon- it's worth a stop. Depending on when sunset is, it starts about an hour before. Here in May, sunset is at 8:15 and this started around 6:30. It's a bunch of locals that dance and play drums and other instruments. It's a great for people watching. Local beach goers will join in on the dancing and the kids are all out there playing as well. They form a bit of a circle, leaving a large dance floor area and people set up chairs to enjoy the spectacle. There is no leader. People just play. The music is repetitive and catchy. I just had random conversations with people around me. Everyone was in a good mood and happy to be there. It's totally free. You'll hear the music as you approach. It's close to public beach access. read more

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It was a dark and dismal day on Siesta Beach, but the lure of the sea still drew us in. I asked the lifeguard where the Drum Circle met, and it was just a short ways over. I have never been to a Drum Circle, but in my mind I pictured guys pounding away on bongo and other types of drums. Boy was I off base! As more and more drummers arrived, it was apparent that I didn't have a clue. This event turned out to be a percussion extravaganza of the likes I have never seen. These were talented and gifted musicians that performed in such a manner that they were totally in snyc. No microphones or any type of electrical enhancements were necessary. After it started to rain, the party moved to a covered Pavillion, and the acoustics were incredible! They played and played and played as many other guys & gals joined in and took turns taking breaks. Not only were they gifted percussionists they were also athletes to maintain the strength and energy needed to perform like that. Freaking unbelievable. The final set I heard was so moving that it filled my soul and my heart. It turned into a rhythmic frenzy that conjured up visions of half naked women dancing around a fire . An unbelievable amount of energy & stamina was required to complete that presentation. IMPRESSIVE!! I left the beach with a peaceful, yet exhilarated spirit. If you do not experience the same emotions, you didn't open your mind and soul. Bring a tambourine, beverages, glow in the dark bracelets, or any hand percussion instrument you have and join the fun! Be prepared to DANCE! read more

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A delightful people-watching evening, with strangers coming together to listen to percussion instruments, dance, and watch the sun set. If the spirit moves you, join the dancers in the middle or just enjoy the show. Bring a chair or beach towel. Parking is hit or miss. Go at least an hour before sunset read more

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Super fun, lots to see and fun people watching Bring a chair or a towel Note you may see shirtless women so be prepared if you bring kids. Really not a place for karen's children read more

Had such a great time. Would do it again year after year. What a great experience. What a beautiful place to have a great day.

Fun evening! Be prepared to be entertained by whoever shows up that evening! If you find your way to the concession stand, keep walking to the beach and you'll see the drummers and big circle drawn in the sand. Speaking of concessions, bring your own as they close early. Also bring your beach chairs and blankets. Music started about an hour before sundown. It's called a Drum circle because it's drums. Just drums. The best dances all seemed to have had some belly/dance training. They were excellent! If the spirit moves you, get up and dance along! Many did! read more

I was super excited to be around for the Drum Circle. It happens every Sunday at dusk! It appears to be dependent on who shows up. There were a handful of drummers and a few people with hula hoops. People say in a circle and people could come into the circle at their will. It was okay to me. I guess I thought I'd see more people twirling around in the middle as well as lots of drumming and tiki torches. That was not the case. read more

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Bring your artistic side out. This is a local gathering every Sunday from about 5- sunset. If you drum - bring it Hoola hoop- swing those hips Tambourine - shake it Jump in - dance Participate - don't just stand around and watch It is so much more fun that way But if you are too timid - it's ok everyone just smiles at this weekly ritual read more

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Drum circle is amazing but the preacher trying to high jack it, super obnoxious. preacher dude why would you mess with a good thing, that's a published event, that people come to see on Sunday nights on siesta key beach. I get that you want to spread your gospel but do it somewhere else and don't ruin the drum circle for everyone else! Please, this is a huge beach so use it!!! read more

We just happened to be at Siesta Beach on Sunday New Year's Day and caught the drum circle. It was really cool to see all the different people playing instruments, dancing, hula hooping, etc. It was impossible not to get sucked into the rhythm. You find yourself dancing or at least swaying to the beat! I don't know if always draws such a large crowd of participants or we just got lucky to be there on a holiday but I'm glad we stumbled onto it. Bring a blanket or a chair, your cooler, and some snacks and plan to stay a while. It's crowded and the traffic backs up as you try and leave but it's worth it! The drum circle is not something you see on a lot of beaches. read more

Great music. Definitely a fun thing to do on a Sunday. It's hard to watch the entertainment, but listening is just a fun. read more

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Checked this out last month while in Sarasota. Great atmosphere and the kids had a ton of fun. If you are in the area I would highly suggest checking it out. Tons of parking in the public beach lot. read more

Every Sunday night on Siesta Key Beach you will hear the sound of drums. This is the Siesta Key drum circle which usually begins 1 hour or so before sunset and ends at dark. The drum circle is a circle of people of all ages playing drums, dancing, and having a good time, celebrating the good life. read more

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Super fun evening drum circle that starts at 6pm by the public entrance to the beach. It goes for a few hours, till about 9pm and is definitely worth checking out read more

No food here unless you bring your own. It's a great time. Lots of traffic to get in and out. Still a must see. read more

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Speechless totally speechless what an amazing feeling you get I really don't know what to to say very healing and just so peaceful and free

This was an amazing experience. A must do when in Siesta Key. The locals perform for hours. Free of charge

After the drum circle, head downtown to the Gator Club! Ship of Fools returns to the historic Gator Club in downtown Sarasota every other Sunday for an early show from 8 pm to midnight. Join us for two long sets of Grateful Dead music and good times. Hey now! https://www.facebook.com/events/1590938831218915/ read more

Siesta Key Brach Drum Circle is SO MUCH FUN! Babies, families, college kids, belly dancers, 50's that are the new 40's, left over hippies, senior citizens... Every Sunday drummers, dancers and spectators begin gathering around 5pm. Hula hoopers, kit fliers and picnickers enjoy the vibe until way past sunset! www.julsofparadise.etsy.com read more

So many great memories of the drum circle on Siesta key beach. Love it!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! read more

We came and we saw. The Captiva Drum Circle was interesting. I really didn't know what to expect but I liked it. It was people from every different walk of life. That was probably the best part of the drum circle. read more

Had a fun time at the Siesta Key Drum Circle ! It's exactly what I expected ..... drums , dancing! And enjoying the evening !

We were excited to experience the drum circle Sunday night..the beach was packed with families and little kids. You could hear the drumming from the parking lot. There was also some protesters..I thought it was part of the show..until we got closer and there were some idiots there preaching on the loud speaker about masturbation and homosexuality AWESOME!! NOT!! Seriously..why would you decide to go to a place with kids and talk about these things? Huge disappointment! My 9 year old was asking me what that means. Pretty sickening if you ask me. So, if you have children I would avoid this gem. read more

Amazing is the word. It was amazing to gather with a bunch of people in a circle and listen to drums and watch others in the circle dance and hula hoop. They do this every Sunday night and start an hour before sunset and continue until dark. Many people brought folding chairs, coolers, had drinks and food and blankets. This is really good for all ages. I took my 16 month old son who absolutely loved it. Great music and people watching! read more

The drum circle is a must see for young adults and families.. it makes people get up and dance even those that wouldn't normally dance.. do not miss this if you are only visiting for a week, a very unique experience read more

The Siesta Drum Circle was amazing. I must thank the musicians, performers, and the people who just felt the urge to go out and dance. An amazing experience. So many people just out enjoying life, and the hospitality of the area residents. Dancers - you know who you are, and all I can say is OMG! Every one of you have earned those amazing abs - that is a major workout, and I would absolutely pay admission to watch you all again. The gentleman wearing the scarf for a skirt - ramming into children and giving them nasty looks is not in the spirit of the drum circle. If you are having a bad day - stay home. I will not take a star away from the drum circle because of your rudeness. Everyone else - thank you from the bottom of my heart for an evening of warmth and kindness! read more