Visit Bradenton Gulf Islands

Name: Visit Bradenton Gulf Islands
Address: 1 Haben Boulevard, Palmetto, FL, 34285, US
Telephone: +19414684156

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Official account of the Bradenton, Anna Maria Island & Longboat Key Area on Florida's West Coast.™️ ☀️ Sandy beaches, local flavor & endless sunshine.

11/09/2026

The holiday season is right around the corner, and the Bradenton Area is ready to celebrate. 🎄☀️

From Christmas markets and sparkling light displays to festive family traditions, here are a few holiday events to add to your calendar.

AMI South End Bridge Street Christmas Tree Lighting
November 21 | Historic Bridge Street, Bradenton Beach

Holidays in Paradise
November 28 & December 5, 12, 19 & 26 | Historic Bridge Street, Bradenton Beach

North Pole Express
November 27–December 22 | Florida Railroad Museum

European Holiday Market at the Bradenton Area Convention Center
December 2–6 | Bradenton Area Convention Center

Christmas in the Park
December 4–5 | Palmetto Historical Park & Manatee County Agricultural Museum

Realize Bradenton's Winter Wonderland
December 5 | Old Main Street, Bradenton

An Old Florida Christmas
December 12 | Manatee Village Historical Park

A Night Before Christmas
December 12 | G.T. Bray Park

Manatee River Holiday Boat Parade
December 12 | Manatee River

Winter Nights Under the Lights
December 17–20 | Palma Sola Botanical Park

Save this post for your holiday plans, and find the full list of festive events at the link in our bio. ❤️

Get more events at BradentonGulfIslands.com/Events

11/06/2026

🛍️☀️ Your next Main Street Market day is coming up!

Spend your Saturday browsing local vendors, handcrafted goods, unique jewelry, home decor, plants, fresh-baked treats, specialty coffee, and so much more at the Main Street Market LWR. Wander between local vendors, discover something you didn’t know you needed, and maybe leave with a treat or two. 👀✨

📅 Upcoming market dates:
November 14
December 12
January 9
February 6
March 13
April 3

⏰ 10 a.m. – 2 p.m.
📍 Main Street, Lakewood Ranch

11/05/2026

We’re a few weeks into stone crab season, and it’s been a delicious one! 🦀☀️

A Florida seafood favorite, stone crab claws are known for their sweet, tender meat and are typically served chilled with mustard sauce or melted butter. Even better, stone crabs are a sustainable seafood choice because only the claws are harvested, allowing the crabs to return to the water.

Stone crab season runs through May, which means there’s still plenty of time to enjoy this Gulf Coast favorite at restaurants throughout the Bradenton Area. Swipe through to see a few local spots serving up a plate! 👀

📸 Beach House Waterfront Restaurant | Swordfish Grill and Tiki | Woody's River Roo | Anna Maria Oyster Bar | Blue Marlin AMI

11/03/2026

This is your sign to add a little sunshine to your holiday season! ☀️🎅

The Bradenton Area is celebrating with holiday markets, twinkling lights, festive activities, and plenty of family-friendly events happening throughout the community.

🎄 See what's happening this holiday season! 👉 https://bit.ly/3Oo2mr8

11/02/2026

🌿 Have you explored this little spot along the Manatee River?

Manatee Mineral Springs Park is tucked into the Old Manatee district and has a lot of history to discover. The park sits at the site of a natural spring once used by American Indians and is recognized as part of the Underground Railroad Network to Freedom. You’ll also find the Singing River art installation, a hand pump that brings the spring’s history to life, and a boardwalk overlooking the river. 🌊

Pack a picnic, wander around, and take a little time to explore this piece of Bradenton’s history. ☀️

📍1312 2nd Ave. E., Bradenton

11/01/2026

November plans, coming right up! 🍂☀️

From local markets and live music to holiday kickoffs and community events, there’s plenty happening around the Bradenton Area this month. And yes, it’s already time to start getting into the holiday spirit! 🎄

✨ Looking for more things to do? Find the full event calendar at bradentongulfislands.com/events

10/31/2026

Happy Halloween from Anna Maria Island’s skeleton crew! 💀🎃👻

Still looking for last-minute Halloween plans? We’ve got a few ideas for you!

🦴 Halloween Spooktacular: The Bridge Street Boneyard
Head to Bridge Street for AMI South End’s Halloween Spooktacular from 2–8 p.m.! Enjoy hayrides, an inflatable corn maze, spooky performances, trick-or-treating from 5–8 p.m., and more than 60 skeletons to check out. 🎃

🍬 Trick-or-Treat in the Village
The Village of the Arts District is celebrating from 6–8 p.m. with its 12th annual trick-or-treat event. Dress up, grab your candy buckets, and stroll through the colorful neighborhood for Halloween treats!

Have a spooktacular Halloween in the Bradenton Area! 🧡🕸️

10/30/2026

💀🎨 The Skeletons are coming to the Village of the Arts!

The 22nd Annual Festival of the Skeletons (Día de los Mu***os) is back for two days of colorful art, live music, food vendors, pop-up shops, and family fun. This year’s celebration honors the iconic Frida Kahlo with a special tribute, plus shrines, altars, and a Memory Wall where you can honor loved ones. 🌺✨

📅 Friday, November 6 | 6–9 p.m.
📅 Saturday, November 7 | 11 a.m.–4 p.m.
📍 Village of the Arts, Bradenton
🎟️ Admission is FREE!

Come celebrate life, remembrance, and culture. 💀🌼

Learn more 👉 https://bit.ly/4fbq19I

10/28/2026

🍸 A little island cocktail hour, anyone?

The Doctor's Office on Anna Maria Island is serving up craft cocktails, chef-made bites, and a whole lot of personality. 🩺✨ Settle into the garden under the lights, grab a seat at the bar, or see if you can find the hidden entrance to The Doctor’s Study, a speakeasy tucked behind a false bookshelf. 👀📚

Consider this your prescription for a good night out. 🌴🍸

📍 5312 Holmes Blvd , Holmes Beach

Address

1 Haben Boulevard
Palmetto, FL
34285

Telephone

+19414684156

Website

http://www.bradentongulfislands.com/

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