With the summer season quickly approaching you may be looking for the best location to start the season. Of course, Anna Maria Island is no stranger to summer fun and is a spot where you and the whole family can enjoy a lovely getaway. Take a look at the top events happening around Anna Maria Island in May 2025 that everyone can enjoy:
The event is held at the beautiful Moore Athletic Center located at Saint Stephen’s Episcopal School. You will find seating on the artificial turf so event goers are encouraged to bring a blanket or folding chairs to get comfortable. Additional food vendors will also be on hand for tasty treats too. After the event take your ticket to the Bishop Museum of Science and Nature to receive $5 off your ticket. Rock the MAC 2025 will take place on May 3rd starting at 6:00 PM.
Expect a few hours to make it through the 18-hole golf course that features beautiful greens and fairways that will be especially vibrant during the month of May. After your play has come to an end you will have lunch and awards provided. A raffle is also included to win local items and services that will help make your stay on Anna Maria Island even more memorable. There is even a raffle item to play on the prestigious Ritz Carlton Golf Club too! All expenses will benefit the Salvation Army to help send low income children to their incredible summer camp here later in the season. Don’t miss out on the 5th Annual Golf to Camp Tournament taking place on May 5th. Sign up now before registration is full!
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Contact Us Today! There is no doubt that shopping and vacation go hand-in-hand. Nothing can match the happiness of exploring and shopping for unique items at a new tourist destination. When you get a chance to go on a trip with your family and friends, you cannot miss the opportunity of shopping exciting items in the area. When you visit a new spot, you can look around for locally crafted goods, antiques, famous local products, and much more. Though it is easy to find most of the standard products everywhere around the country, the same is not true when it comes to handcrafted unique products made in a particular area. It is fun to shop with your loved ones at a new location as you all can spend undistracted time on the activity. If you may not find adequate time for shopping in the hustle and bustle of the usual routine, you can grab the opportunity when you are away from home. Here are some of the Best Places to go Shopping on Anna Maria Island.
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Rock the MAC 2025
There are couple of ways to help you feel in place as a local around Anna Maria Island and live music is sure to do the trick. This year will see the return of Rock the MAC, a live music and food experience happening right here in the area. This will be the second year for this beloved event that was a hit in 2024. Rock the MAC features all of the hits from classic rock icons Tom Petty & the Heartbreakers and U2 covered by tribute bands. Cover bands will include The Petty Experience and US2 who take the stage and play mesmerizing tributes to all the hit songs. The event will include live music along with a beer garden where you can get a pint of craft beer to enjoy with your show. General admission passes and VIP tickets are on sale now; VIP passes will get you entry into the event, two drink passes for the beer garden, and an event exclusive t-shirt.
The event is held at the beautiful Moore Athletic Center located at Saint Stephen’s Episcopal School. You will find seating on the artificial turf so event goers are encouraged to bring a blanket or folding chairs to get comfortable. Additional food vendors will also be on hand for tasty treats too. After the event take your ticket to the Bishop Museum of Science and Nature to receive $5 off your ticket. Rock the MAC 2025 will take place on May 3rd starting at 6:00 PM.
Kids to Camp Golf Tournament
For five years in a row The Salvation Army has been hosting their annual Kids to Golf Tournament that helps raise funds to send children to an enriching summer camp experience. This will be the fifth iteration of the cherished event and is sure to be the best yet. The Kids to Camp Golf Tournament will be held at the prestigious Sara Bay Country Club where you can participate in a full tournament style play. Spots are limited for the tournament being capped at 92 participants making it an exclusive event in the area. Sara Bay Country Club will have a shotgun start at 9:00 AM to begin the tournament. This local country club is a Donald Ross designed course that has hosted professional events including Florida State Golf Association championships, the 100th US Women’s Southern Amateur, and much more.
Expect a few hours to make it through the 18-hole golf course that features beautiful greens and fairways that will be especially vibrant during the month of May. After your play has come to an end you will have lunch and awards provided. A raffle is also included to win local items and services that will help make your stay on Anna Maria Island even more memorable. There is even a raffle item to play on the prestigious Ritz Carlton Golf Club too! All expenses will benefit the Salvation Army to help send low income children to their incredible summer camp here later in the season. Don’t miss out on the 5th Annual Golf to Camp Tournament taking place on May 5th. Sign up now before registration is full!
Weekly Acoustic Music at Harry’s Grill
Another great way to feel like a local here on Anna Maria Island is to head on over to Harry’s Grill for a little bit of food and drink. This local spot has been a staple for the community for years and welcomes you for any meal. They have been voted to have the best burger in the area for five years in a row and is a must have for lunch or dinner. You can also enjoy 16 different craft and imported beers on draft as well. During the month of May Harry’s Grill will be offering weekly live acoustic music on Tuesday nights. Local musician Bill Dundas is on the lineup for the month and is sure to bring out some exciting covers and original songs for you to enjoy. The weekly music will occur every Tuesday during Happy Hour from 3:00 PM to 5:00 PM on the Harry’s Grill outdoor patio.More Fun Waiting for You on Anna Maria Island
As you can see, there are quite a few different events waiting for you here on Anna Maria Island in May. Book a vacation rental with us today and get ready for all the fun! We are finally approaching the new year and with it comes brand new opportunities to get out and visit Anna Maria Island. If you have been looking for the perfect vacation destination, we have it right here for you. The cost of goods has been increasing and that makes travel plans pricier than ever. However, by budgeting right you can easily fit a trip to Anna Maria Island in your upcoming forecast. Take a look at how to budget for your 2025 trip to Anna Maria Island:Explore Options to Visit During Our Off Season
With a name like Anna Maria Island you can expect a tropical destination that offers plenty of fun under the sun. Anna Maria Island is a destination that is frequented most during the warmer months of the year. This means that a visit during the cooler seasons are expected to be less traveled and that is exactly what you will find. Anna Maria Island’s off season is primarily from September to November when the fall season is in full effect. While you may initially think that the off season is a bad time to visit, you will be pleasantly mistaken. This is not one of our busier times because most visitors tend to think the fall season brings in cold weather. However, Anna Maria Island sees pleasant weather all year round and the fall has plenty of comfortable temps to keep you outside. In fact, you will find that the daily highs around this time of year are still in the mid to high 80s. This makes it extremely easy to relax and hang out at our beautiful beaches while everyone else is back in a jacket at home. Visiting for our off season means there is less demand for our vacation rentals and local attractions so you can expect to pay less than you typically would. Even better, you will find free events such as Bayfest that offers free admission along with family friendly activities including live music. The off season continues to the winter season where the temps continue to drop but nowhere near freezing. A visit to Anna Maria Island at this time will see you enjoying the area with quieter beaches and fewer crowds. With daily temps in the mid-70s, you will still be enjoying the sun with a warm holiday trip. Come enjoy our peaceful paradise found here on Anna Maria Island.
Budget Ahead for an In-Season Trip
Budgeting for your future trip to Anna Maria Island does not mean you have to only plan around visiting during our off season. A visit during our busier in season time is still a great idea. By planning ahead and making sure you have budgeted for the additional expenses you will find a trip to Anna Maria Island to be extremely rewarding. Our busier seasons for Anna Maria Island are typically found around Spring Break and the summer months. We often see families frequent here to Anna Maria Island so it is not surprising our in season is around school breaks. The spring season is popular for guests to enjoy our sunny weather without the more frequent rainfall seen in the summer. The spring season also brings out the end of the manatee migration season that typically ends through April. Check out the Apollo Beach Manatee Viewing Center for a wonderful activity for the whole family. The summer continues the polar times for visiting Anna Maria Island when families have more time to visit. The hot weather encourages plenty of beach activities. The tides are at the perfect surf conditions so you will see plenty of people out in the water. The summer is also our rainy season so make sure to plan ahead with rain jackets just in case it happens to rain.