Things To Do
Visitors vacationing on Anna Maria Island can enjoy many local events and festivals that take place year round on Anna Maria Island and Bradenton. Anna Maria Island has many activities available to visitors: 2 fishing piers with restaurants, 3 public beaches with picnic tables, Public tennis courts, a playground, Community Center, Island Player Theater & the Island Branch of the Manatee Public Library. There are also many exciting local events to attend that take place regularly year round.
Bradenton Farmers Market Oct-May
Saturdays, 9 am - 2 pm October - May. Click for Directions
Bridge Street Market Open- Nov-May
Bridge Street Market is open once again and will be open every Sunday for the rest of November through April. Its hours are 10 a.m. to 3 p.m., and you can find the outdoor market at 107 Bridge St.
St. Pete Saltwater Classic
June 1-2 2012, St Petersburg Florida. Sponsored by the Southern Kingfish Association, this tournament event benefits the Make-A-Wish Foundation. Contact Terry Adkins at 800-546-4622. Website.
4th of July Celebrations
Fourth of July or Independence Day is the special day we celebrate our Independence in both large and small towns across America. Independence Day is commonly associated with fireworks, parades, barbecues, carnivals, fairs, picnics, concerts, baseball games, family reunions, and political speeches and ceremonies. If you are away from home, check out these locate Island events:
Summer Sea Wall Tournament
July 10th, 2012 will mark the date for the Summer Sea Wall Tournament. This is an ALL release anything goes seawall tournament. This event is hosted by Gator’s on the Pass in Treasure Island, Florida. It is only a $5 entry fee and we provide bait and hooks. Fishing starts at 6pm and will go for two hours. We extended the fishing time for a fun summer evening.
Bayfest on Anna Maria Island
October 19th & 20th, Kick-off party is Friday night with food, beer, wine, soda and entertainment. Saturday offers entertainment, classic cars, and "Taste of the Island" featuring area restaurants. unique arts, crafts, and retail items for sale plus a children's play area. Pine Avenue Anna Maria, FL Call 941.778.1541 for more information.
2012 Longboat Key Triathlon & Duathlon
Ocober 28th, 2012, Register now for the 3rd Annual Longboat Key International Triathlon & Duathlon launched by the Longboat Key-Lido Key-St. Armands Key Chamber of Commerce. Visit their website, entries are limied.
Taste of Manatee
November 3 & 4th, Barcarrota Blvd, along the Manatee Riverfront Bradenton, FL. Over 20 restaurants, arts and crafts vendors, kids games, music and a sports bar with TVs to watch the Bucs game. Plan to attend this event, located on the beautiful Manatee River, and show support for your favorite restaurants. Call 941.761.3400 for more information.
Guided and self guided ECO tours
Naive Rentals kayak tours are available daily from sunrise to sunset 7 days a week. ECO tours are easy to maneuver for any beginner paddler or expert on the water. Multiple routes are available that will give you a beautiful view of the surrouning areas. You will see dolphins, manatee, fish, and many different species of birds that are indiginous to this area. All of these locations are only a mile from the beautiful beaches of Anna Maria Island. Book Now!
Bradenton Motorsports Park
Bradenton Motorsports Park hosts sports car events and exhibitions. National races take place here and the park also hosts weekly "Throwdown Thursdays," in which anyone can race for $10. Camping is nearby, concessions are available and children under 11 are admitted free. 941-741-8534 http://www.bradentonmotorsports.com/
Red Barn Flea Market
One of Florida's most popular markets. Now air conditioned. More than 600 unique shops and flea market-style booths. Enjoy family fun, bargains, farm-fresh produce, and more. Free admission and parking. Open Fri. - Sun. year-round and Wed. seasonally from Nov. - April. 1707 First St. E. Bradenton, FL 34208, 941-747-3794.
Yoga on the Beach
Saturdays, 8:30 a.m., Yoga on the Beach at the Pine Avenue beach access on Anna Maria Island. For more Information call 941-794-6723.
Free Wine Tastings Every Day
The Rosa Fiorelli Winery and Fiorelli Vineyard in Bradenton is a must-see stop for those who enjoy the art of wine-making … and tasting. The cream of the crop of Florida wineries, this landmark has been attracting visitors to the hills of Manatee County for nine years. Family-owned and -operated, the 3,000-plus-square-foot winery was started by Rosa and her husband Antonio after relocating from Sicily. http://www.fiorelliwinery.com/
Friday Night Drum Circle on the Beach
Free Event from 5:30PM, until 10PM on Manatee Public Beach, 4000 Gulf Drive, Holmes Beach. Bring your drums if you have them!
Horseback Riding on the Beach
Guided sunset horseback ride along a palm-lined stretch of beach at Palma Sola Bay. As the sun’s orange orb turns the sand a sparkling silver, you head back – and then the excitement ratchets up a notch, as your horse wades into the surf! Kids as young as age 3 are welcome. To purchase tickets visit their website. http://www.beachhorses.com/
White Sands Beach Resort | Tropical Breeze Beach Club | Main Office: 6504 Gulf Drive, Holmes Beach, FL 34217 | (941) 778-2577
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