Entertainment
March 25, 2026
Historical Society hosts annual Heritage Day Festival
ANNA MARIA – In celebration of Anna Maria Island’s past and present were celebrated at the Anna Maria Island Historical Society held its annual Heritage Day Festival on Wednesday, March 18. The annua…
March 25, 2026
Roser Guild hosts fundraising fashion show
The Roser Memorial Community Church in Anna Maria held its annual Roser Guild Thrift Shop Fashion Show and luncheon on Wednesday, March 18.
March 17, 2026
Island Players discover love ‘The Second Time Around’
ANNA MARIA –The Island Players’ production of Henry Dencker’s romantic comedy, “The Second Time Around,” tells the tale of a two widowers, Samuel (played by Mark Shoemaker) and Laura (played by Meg N…
March 17, 2026
Parade celebrates the Island’s St. Patty’s Day spirit
This year’s Anna Maria Island St. Patrick’s Day parade included two camels, three pirate ships, multiple floats, costumed people and many local businesses and non-profit organizations.
March 13, 2026
County launches Beach Like a Local life vest initiative
Manatee County’s borrow and return life vest stands have been installed at two beach areas in the city of Anna Maria.
March 12, 2026
March 9, 2026
Upcoming events: theater, jewelry sale, flower show, parade, Nautical Market, Heritage Day and more…
Tuesday, March 10, 17
Anna Maria Community Farmers Market, Roser Church, 512 Pine Ave., Anna Maria, 9 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Thursday, March 12 – Sunday, March 29
“The Second Time Around,” Isl…
March 3, 2026
Springfest featured art, crafts and food
HOLMES BEACH — The Springfest arts and crafts show returned to City Field in Holmes Beach on Saturday, Feb. 28, and Sunday, March 1.
Springfest featured a wide range of artists and makers, painter…
February 24, 2026
Springfest returning to Holmes Beach
The Springfest arts and crafts show returns to City Field in Holmes Beach on Saturday, Feb. 28, and Sunday, March 1.
February 24, 2026
‘Captain Scott’ shares his lifetime tales
HOLMES BEACH – Longtime Holmes Beach resident and well-respected fishing guide “Captain Scott” Moore spent an hour sharing tales of his 50 years on Anna Maria Island.
He spoke to approximately 70…













