Bradenton
Joey D's Brings Chicago to Bradenton!
You may be an honorary Islander while visiting, but if you call the Chicago area home and are craving some of their unique eats look no further than Joey D’s just over the Manatee Avenue bridge into Bradenton.
Since 1994 Joey D’s family run restaurant has been serving up everything the windy city is known for. Order a draft beer
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Bowling Is a Great Activity for Anna Maria Island, FL Visitors
On a rainy day or a day after too much sun on Anna Maria Island, bowling could be the perfect solution to get the family together and have a little fun. The Bowlero Bradenton is just a short 15 minute drive from Anna Maria Island, Florida. Travel East on Cortez and you will find it on the North side of Cortez.
The bowli
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Wildlife Inc. - Animal Rescue on Anna Maria Island
Wildlife Inc. Education & Rehabilitation Center on Anna Maria Island has been rescuing and rehabilitating wild animals in Manatee and Sarasota County since they opened back in 1988. This animal rescue would not be around if it wasn’t for the tireless dedication of Gail and Ed Straight. This is a non-profit, volunteer run o
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The Red Barn Flea Market in Bradenton
Located in Bradenton, Florida, is an immense shopping center known as the Red Barn Flea Market. This place is massive, seriously, it might just take you a couple days to get through!
With more than 600 flea market booths and shops you’ll need to devote a couple hours to cover the full 145,000 sq. ft. complex (80,000 of th
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The Annual DeSoto Grand Parade
Parades are a big thing on Anna Maria Island. It seems that every holiday there is a coordinating parade that takes place. People will line up off the road and wait for the floats to come by. It’s truly always a fun time, no matter what occasion the parade is for.
However, there is an extremely impressive (and massive) parade that
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The Tranquil Trails of Robinson Preserve
Located in North West Bradenton, FL, you will find the tranquil trails of Robinson Preserve. With over 682 acres of mangroves, marsh, and coastal wetland habitats, this place will turn your morning jog into a relaxing adventure through nature.
Along with the trails, Robinson Preserve also has kayak launches, restrooms, and pic
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Local Music Festivals and Events
Amazing live music, exceptional talent, and it’s all taking place in practically our own backyard. These local music festivals and events are sure to impress.
Take a look at all the sweet-sounding occasions that occur every year in our area.
Anna Maria Island
Symphony on the SandSymphony on the Sand is an event that takes p
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Tyler's Gourmet Ice Cream - Homemade Deliciousness
I scream, you scream, we all scream for tyler’s ice cream
Homemade ice cream, sundaes, milkshakes, and more! Tyler’s Ice Cream has been around for over 3 decades, and their quality of ice cream shows that they know what they’re doing. The vision was to provide the yummiest and freshest ice cream available ANYWHERE. Though I h
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Bradenton Riverwalk Events You Won't Want to Miss
Check Out All the Fun That’s Going on Throughout the Year
Bradenton Blues Festival:A weekend full of exceptional live blues music, food vendors, and local craft beer is exactly what you’re in store for at the annual Bradenton Blues Festival in Downtown Bradenton. This event sells out FAST, so if you’re going to be in town or
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