Artwalk – Village of the Arts

Downtown Bradenton, 941-747-8056, www.villageofthearts.com
Bradenton’s downtown district where artists live and work. Monthly first Friday Artwalk.

Mixon’s Concert in the Grove

Mixon Fruit Farms, Bradenton, 941-748-5829, www.mixonevents.com
The second and fourth Thursdays of the month in the Garden Oasis Pavilion. Local bands, food and beverages. Concert is free; parking is $5.

Music on Main

Lakewood Ranch, 941-907-9243, www.lwrmainstreet.com
Held the first Friday of every month. The music is free; beer, wine and food purchases benefit local organizations. 

Night at the Museum

South Florida Museum, Bradenton, 941-746-4131, Ext. 11, www.southfloridamuseum.org
The museum stays open late the first Saturday of every month. Themed programs, activities and crafts for kids, planetarium shows. Food available for purchase.

Reels at Rossi Park

Rossi Park, Bradenton, 941-704-4366, www.reelsatrossipark.com
Outdoor movies in the park year-round on the third Friday of every month. Movies start at 7 p.m.; food and drink available for purchase.