Introducing Bradenton’s newest concert series: Sunday Soul Sessions! This month’s event features Kat Riggins and her band Blues Revival performing a high-energy mix of blues and soul.

Soul Sessions will be held on the first Sunday of every month until June 7th and will feature different live musical artists and venues each month.

CLICK HERE to purchase your tickets for this month’s event!

Do you have what it takes to become this year’s Lost Kangaroo Chili Champion? Bust out your crockpot and give it a shot!

To enter, you must have your crockpot full of chili at the ‘Roo by 4 pm on Superbowl Sunday. Judging will take place at 6 pm and the top 3 winners will receive Lost Kangaroo gift cards!

Not a great cook? No problem! Come on down, enjoy the fun, and stick around to watch the big game (or at least the commercials…)

Are you a wine lover? If so, you’ll be glad to know that every Wednesday from 4 pm until 7 pm you can now head over to O’Bricks Irish Pub and enjoy half off all bottles of wine!

Pair a bottle of your choice with some of the restaurant’s delicious appetizers or dinner options and you’ve got the perfect recipe for a great girls night out or romantic date night!

Sharpen your cooking skills just in time to make a romantic Valentine’s Day dinner! Chef Pavel, owner of Cremesh European Restaurant presents his popular “Dinner for Two” Cooking Class.

The menu will include: Baked Brie with Wine Poached Pears & Balsamic Reduction, Pork Tenderloin in a Garlic Herb Butter with Au Gratin Potatoes & Roasted Vegetables, and Chocolate Orange Soufflé.

The price is just $39 and includes coffee or iced tea, lunch, and a glass of wine or beer. Buy your tickets here!

Monthly ArtWalk weekends, held in Bradenton’s Village of the Arts, offer you a chance to discover unique galleries, explore the area’s studios and specialty shops, and enjoy excellent food and music.

During the weekend you’ll also get to experience new shows, and special guests throughout the Village.

The Friendly City Flea day market is always a popular event in Bradenton. Come see what’s new during this special Valentine’s Day edition.

This curated gathering of makers, musicians, and creatives is the perfect place to find a great gift for that someone special (or for yourself!)

To learn more about the market and the vendors, check out this article that was recently featured on Discover Bradenton.

You definitely don’t want to miss the 6th annual Bradenton Area River Regatta. This action-packed day features FAST boats, awesome fireworks, and a full day of FREE family-friendly fun!

You’ll love watching the Formula-2 Powerboat Racing that tops speeds of over 120 MPH. There will also b flyboarding demonstrations, daredevil stunt dogs, and more. You can get all the details here!

Want to experience the River Regatta in a whole new way? How about taking a “doors-off” helicopter ride over the festivities?

Tickets are very limited and this is a one time opportunity. Learn more and get your tickets here.

DISCOUNT ALERT: Use Promo Code: REGATTA to get 10% off!

What better way to end a day at the River Regatta than by heading over to Bradenton’s Old Main Street for the city’s best block party — the February edition of Main Street Live.

This month, you’ll enjoy the sounds of well-known Blues singer Lauren Mitchell. There will also be plenty of vendors, food trucks, and more!

On the second Sunday of every month, Mattison’s Riverwalk Grille hosts a Live Jazz Brunch featuring popular musicians, an incredible menu, Mimosas, Bellinis, and build-your-own Bloody Marys.

Seating is limited, so make sure you call 941-896-9660 to make your reservations ahead of time. You’ll be glad you did! 

Grab the love of your life (or a friend) and head over to Bird Rock Taco Shack in the Village of the Arts to hear the Brown Bag Brass Band play during the “Sweetheart Edition” of Hilbilly Gospel Brunch.

This New-Orleans-inspired band out of Orlando, FL brings you a collection of “good time party music” including brass band, funk, blues, rock-n-roll, and jazz. Pair this with a delicious brunch featuring chef David Shiplett’s “flavor-forward food” and you’ve got yourself the perfect Sunday.

Forget the candy and flowers, think outside the box and give your Valentine something you can enjoy together!

From February 13th until the 17th, you can get BOGO tickets to TreeUmph using promo code LOVE20. Buy your tickets here. (Don’t get greedy, though! You can only get 4 tickets at this price and you can’t double-up on offers.)

Want to learn more about this fun adventure? Take a look at Discover Bradenton’s recent review.

Join High Vibe Studio and Trading Company at the Downtown Bradenton Farmer’s Market on the third Saturday of every month for a 30-minute BEGINNER-FRIENDLY Flow Yoga Class.

The class meets at the south end of the Farmer’s Market. In the case of rain, it will be moved into the studio (located in Jennings Arcade). Although there is no charge for this class, there is a suggested $5 donation. Bring your own mat.

If you’re a baseball fan, you definitely won’t want to miss the Pittsburgh Pirates Pep Rally in downtown Bradenton!

This FREE public event will feature live music by Yesterdaze, a photo booth, face painter, and a live autograph session with the players!

Come out to the Cortez fishing village and celebrate the area’s longstanding nautical traditions. During the two day Cortez Commercial Fishing Festival there will be live music, great food, artists, and vendors.

While you’re there, you’ll also have a chance to visit the Florida Maritime Museum and the Cortez Cultural Center. You can also get up-close and personal with the critters on display at the touch tanks on the loading docks at Killer Bait.

If you’re ready to extend your Valentine’s celebrations by one more day, we suggest heading over to Craft Growlers To Go & Tasting so you can enjoy their Valentine’s Craft Beer and Gourmet Chocolate Pairing.

They’ll be pairing of a flight of 4 seasonal craft beers with 4 pieces of hand-crafted chocolate from Banyan Tree Chocolate and Cafe. You’ll even get a chance to meet Chocolatier, Morag Reid. The cost is $18 per person.

Let all your stress wash away during this fun and unique 2-hour workshop that uses gentle yoga to relax the body and painting and guided meditation to calm the mind.

During the class, you’ll create one of a kind piece of art to take home using acrylic paint on canvas. No experience is required in yoga or painting. The cost is $35, or $40 on the day of the class.

Embrace your inner artist and learn how to make a beautiful, one-of-a-kind resin creation. You and your girlfriends will have a blast sorting through piles of fossils, shells, gems, beads, and more to include in your masterpiece.

All the materials you need are included, but you’re also encouraged to bring your own items to personalize your piece. This 2-hour class is $65 and is BYOB friendly!

If you’re an art lover, you’ll definitely want to head down to the Bradenton Riverwalk for ArtCenter Manatee’s two-day outdoor juried art festival. Here you’ll find work by local, regional, and national award-winning artists, artist demos, shopping, music, food vendors, and more.

Admission and parking for this event are both free.

Are your kids (or you?!) obsessed with “The Child”? Then you’ll definitely want to sign up for Family Day at Painting With a Twist.

This particular piece of artwork is recommended for kids age 10 and up. You’re also welcome to BYOB and bring snacks. Learn more and sign up here!

On the fourth Saturday of every month, Mattison’s Riverwalk Grille hosts their live Blues Brunch. They bring in top-notch artists that you won’t want to miss!

Check out their Brunch Menu and don’t forget to indulge in one of their awesome build-your-own Bloody Marys! This regularly sells out, so make sure you call 941-896-9660 to reserve your table!

Enjoy a delicious five-course meal paired with five different Italian wines at Bradenton’s most authentic Italian restaurant, Tiramisu.

The price is just $69 per person. Seats are limited, so reservations are recommended. Reserve your spot by calling 941-753-2800.

This year, the Hernando DeSoto Historical Society has renamed and relocated their popular festival. The all-new DeSoto Food & Music Festival will now be held at Nathan Benderson Park.

In addition to three days of live bands, there will also be a ton of delicious food, vendors, local artists, a kid’s zone, and more! This year’s entry cost is $10 per day. You can check out the artist lineup here!

Cornhole, cocktails, AND supporting a great cause?! What’s not to love?! Join Kiwanis Against Hunger for their first annual fundraiser.

Your $50 ticket gets you entry into the event, cocktails, wine and beer tastings, and food tastings. There will also be raffles, door prize giveaways, and live music by local talent and Nashville recording star Eric Von. Snatch up your tickets here!

We all know just how much fun DIY classes are for a “girls night out” — but wait until you see what a blast it is when you get the whole family involved!

On Saturday the 29th, Makers Market hosts two “Family Fun Classes” appropriate for kids age 5 and up. There are a ton of fun projects to choose from (take a look at their gallery) and you don’t need ANY experience to create something you’ll love!

Best of all, this day also comes with special pricing! The cost is just $35 for adults and $25 for kids ages 5 to 17! Click here to learn more and register.