BRADENTON BEACH – It was a beautiful day for a Back to School Bash on Bridge Street as the Bradenton Beach Merchants Association held its third Sundown Get Down street party on Sept. 19.
The event, scheduled on the third Thursday of every month through Dec. 19, offers attendees the chance to try out the unique offerings of the city’s diverse array of businesses. Information tents at both the west and east ends of Bridge Street explained discounts and freebies offered by local businesses.
This month’s event had a Back to School Bash theme, and plenty of families were on hand to enjoy some fun in the sun.
Sundown Get Down’s upcoming themes are:
• Oct. 17: Pumpkins and Palms in Paradise
• Nov. 21: Coastal Harvest Hoedown
• Dec. 19: Sandy Clause Beach Celebration
During each Sundown Get Down event from 4-9 p.m., Bridge Street is closed to auto traffic and open alcohol is permitted. The event offers sporting competitions for prizes and a chance to fish in a kiddie pool for prizes.
The Monkey Bus runs a complimentary shuttle service to and from the free parking lot at Coquina Beach and paid parking lots in the area offer half-priced rates during the event.
For more information, visit www.sundowngetdown.com.
