Everything You Need to Know about the Trail of Treats! Anna Maria Island is such a special community. The area of Anna Maria Island and Bradenton welcomes over 2.9 million visitors each year. Within that time each visitor, whether they come from near or far, feels like they are stepping back in time to a small town community. It's no easy feat. The Anna Maria Island Chamber of Commerce spearheads this spooky time of year by hosting the annual Trail of Treats! Here's what you

Everything You Need to Know about Bayfest! Bayfest is celebrating it's 16th year so its gotta be good right? It's the largest and longest running festival on the island. We've nailed the entire event into bite size pieces for you filled with Insider's Tips as always. What you need to know, how to get there and what to expect. Bayfest 2016 October 15, 2016 Saturday 10:00 am to 10:00 pm Pine Ave, Anna Maria What the heck is Bayfest? Bayfest is a music and food festival that enc

December is a great time to be living on or visiting the island, with a multitude of events happening, from chili contests to family events replete with pony rides and of course Santa's arrival. What could be better than the twinkling of Christmas lights swaying in the palm trees and the absolute guarantee of a "White Christmas".... the sugary white sand that is! Read through our Insider's Guide of December Events and enjoy the Holidays as an islander! Contact us for luxury a