Enjoy a night under the stars for a great cause! The Women’s Council of REALTORS® Manatee County will be celebrating their 4th Annual White Party Gala and they are inviting you to dance under the starry skies of the Bishop Museum of Science and Nature in Downtown Bradenton.

This year’s theme is going to be “White Hot Miami Nights.” Experience Miami’s Flamingo Hotel in the 1920s with live music, salsa dancing, a paella cooking demonstration, sangria, and more. There will also be great-tasting food to satisfy your appetite all throughout the night.

This event might sell out, so get your tickets today!

Feel the Spring air with art surrounding you. Take a visit to the April Artwalk of Bradenton’s Village of the Arts.

This month’s theme is EcoFest. Come out to explore the amazing original art, and enjoy the food, music, and everything the VOTA has to offer. Every monthly event offers a unique experience you won’t want to miss.

The Music in the Park series has returned to the Bradenton Riverwalk, with bands performing in the Pavilion at Rossi Park. Attendees are encouraged to bring blankets or chairs—and their furry companions on leashes are welcome.

April 1: James Tyrone Band / Soul
April 8: Hurricane Shane / Dance Rock
April 15: Doug Deming and the Jewel Tones / Blues
April 22: Eric Von Band / Island Country
April 29: Combo Fusion / Variety Dance & Latin 

Come and celebrate Halfway to Good’toberfest with The Good Liquid Brewing Company!

Enjoy music by Petra and Teresa while satisfying your appetite with delicious German food by the Schnitzel Trailer and liquid refreshments by Good Liquid Brewing!

Join Kiwanis Club of North Manatee as they host their Annual North Manatee Kiwanis Beast Fest. For $50 admission you’ll get 2 drink tickets and enjoy an eat-all-you-can buffet featuring all the classic southern favorites including frog legs, swamp cabbage, hog, buffalo, gator, fish, as well as shrimp & grits while listening to Eric Von performing live. Beer and wine will also be served during the event. Get your tickets here!

The Bradenton Public Market continues to give the community a place to meet up and enjoy live music while you explore more than 40 vendors.

While you’re here, you’ll have the chance to check out the work of local artists and craftspeople, enjoy interactive experiences, and more. Parking is free on weekends, and dogs on leashes are welcome.

If you’re a plant lover or you’re looking for a great gift that keeps on giving, you don’t want to miss out on Palma Sola Botanical Park’s Spring Plants & More Sale!

Come by and explore a showcase of plants, local vendors, local artisans & crafts. There will also be delicious food and live music. Free admission for everybody.

Come and celebrate Chicken Salad Chick’s Grand Opening! Each day from the 5th through the 9th, you’ll have a chance to win cool prizes and enjoy free giveaways!

Not only will you get to enjoy delicious food, but you can support a great LOCAL business. Get all the details here!

The Manatee Chamber of Commerce’s Ship Shape Showcase is one of their most popular signature events and it’s open to the public! This is a great chance to network, make connections, and learn more about many Chamber members.

You’ll also get to experience a close-up view of Sea Port Manatee through a narrated bus tour, enjoy complimentary appetizers provided by member restaurants & caterers, entertainment, cash bar, door prizes, and more! The event is free for Chamber members and $15 for future members. Get your tickets here.

Celebrate spring at The Market Boutique & Events. Create your very own seasonal basket full of freshly bloomed flowers with Melissa & Robin teaching you their top tips & tricks about fresh floral arrangements.

Lite bites and Sangria included PLUS each guest will receive 10% off any full-priced purchases that evening at The Market. The perfect and creative spring night out — grab a friend and snag your seats! YOU MUST REGISTER BY 3/28 – reserve your spot now.

Want to enjoy a really cool experience? Head over to Witchgrass Studio for their upcoming Mermaid & Manatees Glass Class! Learn how to make a 6″x6″ plate, layering a copper mermaid, regular or chubby, within the glass layers of your plate then design her underwater environment to fit your imagination or decor.
Mermaids like to stay wet so if you are an adult and would like to bring an adult beverage, no problem.

Class is limited to 8 people only, so pre-registration is required. $70 per class. Register online or call at 907-351-3409 to register.

Round up the kids and head on over to Mixon Fruit Farms‘ Bunny Bash 2022! They’ll be able to have photos taken with the Easter Bunny and have fun all day playing in the play place, making Easter crafts, and more!

Kids of all ages are welcome to join. For $8 each. Kids 2 years old and below can join for free. Registration is required and this may sell out. Click here to get your tickets!

Catch Tim Boyd in a night filled with fun at the Manatee Performing Arts Center. Watch his squeaky clean humor come to life making you laugh and beg for more.

This show is perfect for people of all ages and is sure to be a blast. Get your tickets here.

Are you a crafty person who likes to knit, make scrapbooks, or create other forms of media? If you are, then you’ll want to check out the monthly Craft Club at the Nest in Robinsons Preserve!

You bring the project, and they’ll provide the space, crafting tips, and positive vibes. This club is suitable for adults. Registration is required, and you can sign up here.

The De Soto Children’s Parade is one of the top family-friendly events taking place in April. The parade kicks off at 10 am and this year’s theme is Dive Into Reading. It will begin at Palmetto High School / Manatee County Fairgrounds and end at Sutton Park.

Stick around and enjoy the “Party in the Park” sponsored by the Early Learning Coalition at Sutton & Lamb Parks until 2 pm.

This inaugural three-day festival will feature fantastic musical performances, vendor shopping, beverages, crab delicacies, and freshly cooked food.

The event will run on Friday from 4 pm to 10 pm, Saturday from 11 am to 10 pm, and Sunday from 11 am to 6 pm. Admission is free so head on over and check it out.

Celebrate spring in style at FioRelli Winery’s “Hop Into Spring Festival.” This family-friendly event will feature live music, wine tastings, a kid’s Easter egg hunt, craft vendors, and more.

David Jones & Meredith Michaels from 107.9 WSRZ will be out broadcasting live and there will also be a grape stomp, Live Music by Santiago’s Solo Sounds, a visit from the Easter Bunny, and more! Admission is free but you’ll need to RSVP. Sign up here.

This two-day festival celebrates the Florida lifestyle and cannabis culture. The event will feature CBD retailers, cannabis chefs, hemp farmers, MMJ physicians, medical cannabis dispensaries, 100+ vendors & exhibitors, glass demos, and more.

There will also be 10 food trucks, 9 live bands, life art demos, 2 beer booths, and more. Learn more and get your tickets here.

Catch 32, 000 sq. ft. of comic geekiness at the Bradenton Area Convention Center. The Second Annual Suncoast Comic-Con is back and it’s bringing all the comics into the area!

Catch special guest artists, Greg Horn and others as they grace the event. The comic-con is fast approaching and they are busy making preparations for all you fans to enjoy. Get your tickets here!

Catch one of the largest and oldest parades in Southwest Florida! Watch illuminated floats make their way down Manatee Ave. and get a look at the new Hernando DeSoto, Captain of the Crewe, and their newly crowned Queen and Princess.

Join thousands of people lining the streets of Bradenton to experience this wonderful event. Beads, coins, and other fun items will be handed out to the crowd.

The parade steps off at 7 PM starting at the Manatee High School. If you want to catch a great view, be sure to go early.