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30th Annual Big Truck Day rolls into Sarasota County April 18
Post Date:04/01/2026 8:30 AM
SARASOTA COUNTY — Sarasota County Parks, Recreation and Natural Resources invites the community to get behind the wheel at the 30th annual Big Truck Day, returning to CoolToday Park from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Saturday, April 18.
The free event will feature more than 40 big trucks, specialty equipment and heavy machinery, giving children and adults the opportunity to explore them up close.
In addition to the truck displays, attendees can enjoy crafts, pedal cars, inflatables, a live DJ and hands-on learning activities with Suncoast Remake Learning Days. Tours of CoolToday Park will also be available.
“Big Truck Day gives kids a chance to get up close to the trucks they see every day and wonder about,” said Sarah Bunkley, Sarasota County Recreation and Neighborhood Parks division manager. “With hands-on learning, ballpark tours and family activities, it has become a tradition for families across our community.”
A sensory-friendly start will take place from 9 to 9:30 a.m., during which horns will be silenced to create a more comfortable environment.
Food will be available for purchase. CoolToday Park is located at 18800 W. Villages Parkway, Venice. The event is supported by sponsors CoolToday, Suncoast Remake Learning Days and New Balance Sarasota.
For more information, visit the event page or SarasotaCountyParks.com, or call 311.