Around Bradenton and Sarasota, several major light displays are ready to set the night aglow. This year’s light shows include returning holiday events and some festive new attractions.

Bradenton Area River Regatta, "Manatee County's biggest and best civic event," will return in February, as will Sarasota's Thunder by the Bay Music & Motorcycle Festival, Cortez Commercial Fishing ...

If you're looking for fun things to do this weekend in the Sarasota and Bradenton area, we've got you covered ... beer trucks ...

Area attractions run on a rotating basis as space allows. Weekend Attractions: June 30-July 6 ... 27th Street East and Manatee Avenue, Bradenton. Free. 941-746-7700. Bunker Hill Vineyard and ...