Bradenton Gulf Islands Concert Series
You can never go wrong with a little live music, especially when you are on vacation. Each winter and spring season you will find the Bradenton Gulf Islands Concert Series taking place at The Center of Anna Maria Island. This seasonal concert series takes place at the spacious community center in the area that is for both locals and visitors alike. The concert series will see monthly performances that start in January and continue on into April to conclude the series. April’s concert will be held on April 5th with The Infamous Stringdusters hitting the stage. They are a Grammy award winning bluegrass band that demonstrate incredible musicianship and lively shows. The Infamous Stringdusters have a passionate fan base that will show you an incredible audience for this performance. Tickets start at $55 per person with proceeds helping this non-profit community center in the area. Doors open at 6:00 PM with the opening act hitting the stage at 7:00 PM. The Infamous Stringdusters will be on at 8:00 PM for their electrifying performance. You can find the Center of Anna Maria Island located at 407 Magnolia Ave. A cash bar is available on site to purchase adult beverages during the show.
Sarasota Film Festival
Going to the movies is now a timeless tradition where we can escape reality even just for a moment and see a wonderful story on the big screen. If you are a moviegoer, you will enjoy attending the Sarasota Film Festival returning once again this April. This unforgettable festival is held here on Anna Maria Island where you can celebrate the magic of going to the movies. The Sarasota Film Festival has over 200 movies screened that includes full length features, short films, documentaries, and even family friendly movies too. Some of the best independent and international films will be screened along with special events taking place afterwards. The Sarasota Film Festival is a great experience for the movie fanatic in your family or to use for a quick escape from the beach. This year’s Sarasota Film Festival will take place from April 4th to April 13th this year at a variety of locations found across Anna Maria Island.Bradenton Marauders Baseball Games
Our neighbors at Bradenton feature exciting events that you can easily get to from your vacation rental here on Anna Maria Island. The month of April sees the start of the Bradenton Marauders baseball take place at LECOM Park. The spring season is the perfect time of year to sit outside and soak up the sunshine as you catch a ball game. The Bradenton Marauders are a minor league affiliate with the Pittsburgh Pirates providing you with professional baseball during your visit. The first game kicks off on April 4th with the season eventually concluding in September. Purchase tickets today for their first home game just around the corner in Bradenton!
