More Than A Festival… My Hometown Fest Is Sarasota’s Heartbeat.
Bold music. Bold flavors. Bold community. Y’all… this is where Sarasota gathers, celebrates, and gives back.
Every hometown deserves a day to shine.
My Hometown Fest’s story.
My Hometown Fest was born from one simple idea. That idea was to bring our community together over what we all love (great music, great food, and great beer), while raising funds to benefit kids with speech and language needs.
Discover how our festival makes a difference in the community.
My Hometown Fest (MHF) was founded by Sertoma Club of Greater Sarasota in spring 2016 as a fundraiser to support the club’s charitable activities. These include Sertoma Kids Speech and Language Center, which serves families regardless of their ability to pay.
Since our first event (2016), many thousands of Sarasotan people have danced, sipped, and savored side-by-side while raising funds for local charities. My Hometown Fest is a cherished tradition. Or perhaps more appropriately, it’s a statement, and a celebration of everything that makes Sarasota special.
And it’s become that way because of people like you. Your presence, your energy, your generosity matters, and makes My Hometown Fest what it is. So… thank you.
Some Of The Dedicated Sarasotans Behind My Hometown Fest
My Hometown Fest is organized by local leaders, volunteers, and businesses who believe in Sarasota. We’re parents, artists, foodies, and dreamers… just like you. And we’re here to make sure every moment of MHF 2026 is unforgettable.
Tim Self
MHF Founder
Cynthia Fonceca
MHF Director
Chris Fulton
Sertoma President
Ron Albers
MHF recruitment
Explore Unique Craft Beers
Delicious Gourmet Food Options
Experience Live Music All Day
Fun For The Whole Family
Hear from our amazing festival-goers!
Great fun, great day, great cause.
Brenda Green
Heart-Centered Care
What We Offer
What Makes Us Different (& Why It Matters)
My Hometown Fest (which is usually held at Nathan Benderson Park), ain’t your average “music and food fest.” Truth is, that because of the hearts and minds of all the Sarasota people involved… MHF is so much more.
Discover MHF’s Exciting Services
Sample over 60 unique spirits & 30+ foods.
Where else can you get all this?
60+ Craft Beers from regional and national brewers
30+ Food Vendors serving Sarasota’s boldest bites
5 Hours Of Live Music (from rising stars to headline acts)
Local Charitable Impact (Proceeds benefit Sertoma Kids charity)
Each year, My Hometown Fest draws thousands of people from Florida’s Suncoast for a day of fun.
When you show up, you’ll find you’re part of something bigger. Attending is a fun time, sure, but it’s also you joining a movement of people who care about community, flavor, and fun. You’re helping Sarasota thrive… one ticket, one toast, one song at a time.
Tickets for My Hometown Fest are a great deal!
Where else on the Suncoast can you have a day of fun in the sun for these prices:
- General Admission Adult (21+ only… includes event entry, all concerts, food and spirits samples): $40
- Food Only (available for all ages… includes event, entry, all concerts, food samples only): $30
- Kids 12 & Under (for kids 12 years and under only… includes everything in the “food-only” ticket.): Free
Note: Parking is not included in the ticket price, and costs $10, which is charged by Nathan Benderson Park (and does not benefit Sertoma Club of Greater Sarasota or Sertoma Kids, Inc.)
Our Causes
All profits from My Hometown Fest support the Sertoma Club of Greater Sarasota and Sertoma Kids Speech and Language Center. Both are Sarasota-based nonprofits that serve children and adults struggling with speech, language and hearing challenges. Please know that your contributions matter.
Nearly $300K Raised To Date
Since its founding in 2016, My Hometown Fest has raised almost $300,000 in direct support for local children and adults battling with speech, language and hearing challenges, and all funds raised during the event stay right here in Sarasota! Cool right?
