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Apply for a Special Events Permit
Discover the perfect outdoor venue for your special event. From oceanfront weddings to concerts in scenic landscapes, find a charming and flexible setting to create unforgettable memories.
Become a Sponsor
Manatee County’s Signature Events unite thousands of residents and visitors in celebration of our vibrant culture, local talent, and community pride. From family-friendly festivals to holiday celebrations and wellness-driven events, each Signature Event delivers unforgettable experiences that leave lasting impressions. Become a Sponsor of one of our remarkable community events!
Become a vendor at an event
Represent your business at one of our large-scale community events. Fill out the vendor application to secure your spot today.
Free Meals for Kids and Teens!
Summer BreakSpot provides free meals: breakfast, lunch, and snacks, for Florida kids and teens 18 and under while school is out. No application is needed, just show up and enjoy!
Plan or Attend an Event
Looking to plan or attend a special event? Discover the beauty of our parks, nature preserves, beaches, and multipurpose facilities—ideal for weddings, picnics, corporate events, and community celebrations. Whether you’re hosting an occasion or joining the festivities, our spaces provide the perfect setting for memories that last a lifetime.
Reserve Fields at Premier Sports Campus
Our campus is equipped with 23 FIFA regulation fields and a stadium with 3,000+ seats. Each field is comprised of Celebration-seeded Bermuda grass, which has excellent wear tolerance and is the preferred surface for reducing player injuries. Currently, we host a number of field sports on state, regional, national, and international levels.
Volunteer at Manatee County
Welcome to our Manatee County Volunteers in Action community!
Events and Information
Please fill out this application and submit to [email protected]. Special Event Permit Application
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Community Engagement Division
The Community Engagement Division brings Manatee County to life through events that celebrate our growth, connect neighbors, and showcase the places that make our community special. We team up with local organizations and businesses to create unforgettable signature events, introduce new facilities, and keep everything running smoothly with the right permits and protocols. From thrilling tournaments and fun 5Ks to family-friendly gatherings at our parks, beaches, and facilities, we make sure there’s always something exciting happening in Manatee County.
Interested in volunteering at our events? Please visit our volunteer page to learn more Volunteer at Manatee County
Interested in becoming a sponsor? Email [email protected] or call 941-324-5771 for more information.
Interested in becoming a vendor? Fill out our Manatee County Event Vendor Application. If you are selected to be a vendor, we will contact you!
More Information
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Manatee Music Series at Parrish Community Park
Apr 3, 2026 - Apr 3, 2026
Manatee Music Series at Parrish Park
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Run Manatee at Tom Bennett
Apr 11, 2026 - Apr 11, 2026
The Run Manatee 5K series offers THREE adventures to celebrate ONE community. Participants will discover Manatee County's parks, beaches and preserves . . . on the run! The 2026 series kick-off event will be held Saturday, April 11, at Tom Bennett Park in Bradenton, FL. The 5K run/walk presented by Run With Purpose includes a scenic route around ponds and along mixed terrain such as grass, crushed shell and asphalt. Warm up will be provided by Nick Nolting Training and yoga cooldown is by Kayla McCarthy-Asha of Akasha Yoga Room. Participants of all age and activity levels are welcome to this day of fitness, food and family fun! Grab a healthy breakfast/lunch, shop local vendors in the marketplace, climb on the Bradenton Kiwanis Playground, or cool off in the new splash pad. There’s plenty to do even if you're not running. Event entry, warm up, yoga and fun run are all free but PRE-REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED for the 5K portion of the event by going to https://runsignup.com/runmanateepark2026. This event series supports local non-profits who enable children of all abilities to get outdoors and live an active lifestyle. Ten percent of registration fees will be donated to Bradenton Kiwanis. Included in 5K registration is a dri-fit event T Shirt* and finishers will earn a custom medal. *Shirt sizes are guaranteed to participants who sign up by midnight on 3/20/26. Those who accept the challenge of all 3 events in the RUN Manatee series will piece their 3 medals together to create one 2026 series medal! Other events in the 2026 series (registration required): 7/11/26, 5:30-8:30 p.m.: Coquina Beach - REGISTER NOW at https://runsignup.com/runmanateebeach2026; 11/21/26, 7:00-10:00 a.m.: Rye Preserve - REGISTER NOW at https://runsignup.com/runmanateepreserve2026 Interested in becoming a sponsor? Email [email protected] or call 941-324-5771 for more information. For more details about the Tom Bennett race and to register, please go to https://runsignup.com/runmanateepark2026
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Manatee Music Series at GT Bray Amphitheater
Apr 17, 2026 - Apr 17, 2026
Manatee Music Series at GT Bray Amphitheater
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Manatee Music Series at Parrish Community Park
May 1, 2026 - May 1, 2026
Manatee Music Series at Parrish Park
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Manatee Music Series at GT Bray Amphitheater
May 15, 2026 - May 15, 2026
Manatee Music Series at GT Bray Amphitheater
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Run Manatee at Coquina Beach
Jul 11, 2026 - Jul 11, 2026
The Run Manatee 5k series offers THREE adventures to celebrate ONE community. Participants will discover Manatee County's parks, beaches and preserves . . . on the run! The second event of the series will be held on Saturday, July 11, at Coquina Beach in Bradenton Beach, FL. The 5K run/walk, presented by Run With Purpose, includes a scenic route along Coquina Beach asphalt trail under the trees with a gulf breeze. *New this year: Splash Zones to keep cool along the route! Warm up will be provided by Ray Gardner of Prosper Bradenton and yoga cooldown provided by a local yoga studio at dusk. Participants of all age and activity levels are welcome to this day of fitness, food and family fun! Grab a healthy snack/dinner, shop local vendors in the marketplace or stay for the sunset. There’s plenty to do even if you're not running! Register at https://runsignup.com/runmanateebeach2026 This event series supports local non-profits who enable children of all abilities to get outdoors and live an active lifestyle. Ten percent of registration fees will be donated to The Center Anna Maria Island. Included in 5K registration is a dri-fit event T Shirt* and finishers will earn a custom medal. Shirt sizes are guaranteed to participants who sign up by midnight on 6/19/26. Thereafter shirts will be available in a limited quantity on a first come, first served basis. Those who accept the challenge of all 3 events in the RUN Manatee series will piece their 3 medals together to create one 2026 series medal! Other events (registration required): 4/11/26 7:30-10:00 a.m. Tom Bennett Park - REGISTER NOW: https://runsignup.com/runmanateepark2026 11/21/26 7:30-10:00 a.m. Rye Preserve - REGISTER NOW: https://runsignup.com/runmanateepreserve2026 Interested in becoming a sponsor? Email [email protected] or call 941-324-5771 for more information.
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Run Manatee at Rye Preserve
Nov 21, 2026 - Nov 21, 2026
The Run Manatee 5K series offers THREE adventures to celebrate ONE community. Participants will discover Manatee County's parks, beaches and preserves . . . on the run! The final event of the series will be held on Saturday, November 21, at Rye Preserve in Parrish, FL. The 5K run/walk presented by Run With Purpose Nutrition will allow runners to explore this beautiful slice of old Florida on mixed terrain. The preserve's trail system leads visitors through four distinctive ecosystems, including sand pine scrub, xeric oak scrub, oak hammocks and the river community. Look closely for a glimpse of the variety of interesting creatures that can be seen in these areas including the rare gopher tortoise and Florida scrub-jay. Warm up will be provided by a local fitness trainer, and yoga cooldown by a local yoga instructor. Participants of all age and activity levels are welcome to this day of fitness, food and family fun! Grab a healthy breakfast/lunch or shop local vendors in the marketplace.. there’s plenty to do even if you're not running! REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED for the 5K portion of the event at https://runsignup.com/runmanateepreserve2026 This event series is supporting local non-profits who enable children of all abilities to get outdoors and live an active lifestyle! Ten percent of registration fees will be donated to Foundation for Dreams who operates Dream Oaks Camp within Rye Preserve. Included in 5K registration is a dri-fit event T Shirt* and finishers will earn a custom medal. Shirt sizes are guaranteed to participants who sign up by midnight on 10/30/26. Thereafter shirts will be available in a limited quantity on a first come, first served basis. Those who accept the challenge of all 3 events in the RUN Manatee series will piece their 3 medals together to create one 2026 series medal! Other events (registration required): 4/11/26 7:00-10:00am Tom Bennett Park 7/11/26 5:30-8:30pm Coquina Beach Interested in becoming a sponsor? Email [email protected] or call 941-324-5771 for more information. For more details and to register online, go to https://runsignup.com/runmanateepreserve2026