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Friday, February 6th, 2026

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Good morning, Bradenton. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 6th of February.

COMMUNITY NEWS

  • Keep Manatee Beautiful partners with community groups to host the Great American Cleanup Saturday, March 7 at key sites along Manatee Ave Causeway and Perico Island from 9:00 a.m. to noon. Volunteers will choose between water, beach, causeway, and roadside cleanups and receive a provided lunch.  The Bradenton Times

CULTURE NEWS

  • Bradenton Cigar Box Guitar Festival returns Saturday at Motorworks Brewing in the craft-brewery district with live acts including international blues artist Ghalia Volt and performances starting at 12 Noon at Motorworks Stage and 3:00 PM at Sunlab Brewing — the free event celebrates handmade instruments like cigar box guitars.  The Bradenton Times

SPORTS NEWS

  • The Rays presented plans for a new stadium yesterday at a press event (further site and timeline details are pending). The proposal aims to boost the local sports experience and has set discussions in motion.  ABC7

EVENTS

SUBMIT EVENT
  • Makin' Waves Jewelry Class

    6-8 p.m. — Motorworks Brewing — $44.00 — Create beach-inspired jewelry while enjoying coastal vibes in a fun workshop.

    Tue, 2/10/26

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  • Temps Tops Supremes and Smokey - A Motown Revue

    2-3 p.m. — Manatee Performing Arts Center — Ticket prices vary — Enjoy a vibrant Motown revue featuring soulful performances by The Soul Sensations.

    Wed, 2/11/26

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  • Motown Revue with The Soul Sensations

    2-3 p.m. — Manatee Performing Arts Center — Book tickets now — Experience the unforgettable music of Motown's legends live on stage.

    Thu, 2/12/26

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  • 28th Annual Thunder By The Bay Music & Motors Festival

    5 PM – 5 PM — Sarasota Fairgrounds — Donations appreciated — Experience thrilling music acts and custom shows while supporting local charities.

    Fri, 2/13/26

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  • Run for Chocolate 5K/10K/13.1 Tampa

    7:30-8:30 a.m. — Riverwalk — Registration required — Celebrate love and fitness with a delightful run adorned with chocolates and fun photo ops.

    Sat, 2/14/26

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  • 70's Game Show Night

    6-7 p.m. — Art Ovation Hotel, Autograph Collection — Free entry — Enjoy a groovy, interactive improv game show that brings back retro favorites with all the fun and laughter.

    Sun, 2/15/26

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  • Keith Allynn and Carpenters Once More

    2-3 p.m. — Manatee Performing Arts Center — Ticketed event — Enjoy the melodies of Keith Allynn paying tribute to the timeless Carpenters hits.

    Tue, 2/17/26

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  • Micro Wrestling Federation Event

    7-9 p.m. — Sun Lab Brewing Company — Tickets required — Catch exciting wrestling action featuring Micro Too and a lineup of entertaining characters.

    Tue, 2/24/26

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  • Safety Jam at SCF Bradenton

    10 AM – 2 PM — State College of Florida - SCF Bradenton — Free entry — Family-friendly event featuring health exhibits, food trucks, and live music.

    Sat, 2/28/26

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  • Michael Palascak Live Comedy Night

    8-11 p.m. — Oscura Live — $20-30 — Enjoy the sharp wit and likable charm of comedian Michael Palascak with special guest Wes Johnson.

    Fri, 3/6/26

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