Activities
One thing you’ll never be on Anna Maria Island is bored! There are so many activities in the area, you could plan a full day and never cross over to the mainland! From fishing and wildlife watching to lazing on the best beach in the area, our Local Scene blog has the best of the best in things to do from Holmes Beach, Anna Maria, Bradenton Beach and even farther south into Longboat Key and Sarasota!
Dog Park in Holmes Beach - Scentral Park
If you have traveled to Anna Maria Island with your furry friend before, you have probably been to the dog park. If you and your dog are Island newbie’s, you may not be aware of the dog park in Holmes Beach.
Let me give you the run down. There is a park on Flotilla Drive in Holmes Beach called Scentral Park. Here, there is a small ...
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Altitude trampoline park is the perfect "day" get-a-way from Anna Maria Island
Altitude is a Trampoline Park just off Anna Maria Island in mainland Bradenton, Florida. It is a short 20-25 minute drive along Cortez. It is a large facility that is perfect for young and old children.
The park has more trampoline’s than one could imagine. Lots of trampoline games, like slamming basketballs, jumping and hitting bu...
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Thanksgiving Dining Guide: Anna Maria Island's Open Restaurants: Newly updated
Thanksgiving is a time for giving thanks, spending quality time with loved ones, and indulging in a feast! However, not everyone has the time to cook a Thanksgiving meal from scratch. If you find yourself on Anna Maria Island or the surrounding areas this Thanksgiving, fear not! We’ve got your Thanksgiving Dining Guide, our list of...
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Annual Anna Maria Island Bayfest the number 1 annual event
Anna Maria Island BayFest: A Celebration of Community and Culture
Launched over three decades ago, BayFest is an unmissable celebration on Anna Maria Island’s event calendar. Held on the last weekend of October in Downtown Anna Maria, this vibrant street festival offers a joyful blend of community spirit and island charm.
Food Truc...
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Perfect Anna Maria Island Rainy Day Entertainment, a Movie
Rainy days while at the beach can be difficult however I have fond memories as a child seeing the Star War series while on several vacations with my family. Watching a movie is perfect evening or rainy day entertainment while staying on Anna Maria, Florida. The Oakmont Theater is a short 15 minute drive from Anna Maria ...
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Attending the 2024 Florida Extreme Cup
The Florida Extreme Cup is a premier youth soccer tournament held in Lakewood Ranch, Florida. The tournament is open to teams from U9 to U19, and it attracts over 100 teams from around the country. The tournament is played at the Premier Sports Campus, which is a world-class facility with 23 fields.
In addition to great soccer, the...
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Holy Cow Ice Cream Shop on Anna Maria Island
Holy Cow Ice Cream shop fits the bill on several different levels. The shop is located in Holmes Beach on East Bay Drive and surrounded by lots of various shop. The largest of which is Ace Hardware. The reason we say Holy Cow has it all is because it is a gift shop and ice cream shop all in one.
Let’s start with the most important ...
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4th of July on Anna Maria Island
Looking for the perfect blend of small-town charm, sun-soaked beaches, and patriotic celebration? Look no further than Anna Maria Island this Independence Day! From parades and picnics to baseball and fireworks, here’s everything you need to know to celebrate the 4th of July in style on and around AMI in 2025!
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Local Easter Events & Church Services
If your vacation overlaps Easter Sunday this year, or this is your first Easter being an Anna Maria Island resident, no worries! There are plenty of local Easter events on and off the island to get yourself and the kiddos out of the house and in the holiday spirit. Whether it’s a church service, or some Easter Bunny fun, there is s...
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