Good morning, Bradenton.

The city is upgrading LECOM Park with the new City Park that will add ball fields, parking and a community center for fans and local businesses.

The project will be done in phases and some parts will be ready in as little as two years.

Manatee County honors Coach Eddie Shannon, a revered veteran & Hall of Fame mentor at Lincoln Memorial High School during segregation.

The tribute celebrates his lasting impact on local youth, marked by his Olympic torch run and a key to the city.

90 Surge will perform 90s grunge and alt-rock tunes at Motorworks Brewing in Bradenton soon.

The concert will feature hits from Nirvana, Pearl Jam, and more — hosted at an award-winning local brewery with national medals for its craft beers.

Concrete Edgar, a Bradenton band inspired by the late great Patti Brainard, is set to perform at The Cortez Kitchen (a waterfront venue in Cortez) soon.

Mirage (Oasis Tribute Band) is set to perform at Oscura in Old Manatee as part of the venue's relaunch.

The tribute show, inspired by Oasis' record-setting reunion tour sellout, offers locals live hits, creative events, and award-winning food and beverage experiences.

Renowned blues musician James Armstrong, whose tracks have appeared in major films, will headline an evening of live music at Cottonmouth, a Bradenton venue known for southern soul cuisine and local art on its patio.

The event will showcase his unique blend of blues and jazz influences.

The Doodz will perform during the free Music in the Park series at Bradenton Riverwalk Pavilion, playing hits from the ’70s to the 2000s on Fridays, April 3-May 1, from 6-8 p.m. Locals can enjoy live music & dancing in a relaxed outdoor setting.

In a Nutshell & STP Projekt will debut at Encore Live, delivering a tribute to the grunge era with authentic riffs and haunting vocals from Alice in Chains and Stone Temple Pilots.

The event offers local fans a live performance celebrating classic rock sounds.

Healthy Kids Running Series Spring 2026

3:30-4:30 p.m. — Tom Bennett Park — Free entry — Engage in a fun five-week running program promoting health and teamwork for kids in the community.

Senior PGA Championship

8 a.m. — The Concession Golf Club — Check website for ticket info — Experience the thrill of major championship golf on Florida’s West Coast.

City of Sarasota Tree Giveaway

10 AM – 2 PM — The Bay Park — Free canopy tree — Celebrate good environmental practices and take home a free tree.

Mark Solo Acoustic Evening

7-11 p.m. — Freckled Fin Irish Pub — Free entry — Enjoy acoustic classics from the 70s and 80s with a soulful twist by Mark Solo.

Yates McKendree Live Performance

7-10 p.m. — Cottonmouth Southern Soul Kitchen — Ticket prices vary — Experience the Grammy-winning talent of Yates McKendree in a soulful evening of music.

Acoustic Thunder Live

7:30-11:30 p.m. — Freckled Fin Irish Pub — Free entry — Dance the night away with high-energy music and all-request tunes from Acoustic Thunder.

MindTravel Live Piano Event

5-7 p.m. — Siesta Beach — Free entry — Immerse yourself in a live piano journey guided by renowned composer Murray Hidary as the sun sets over the ocean.

Pizza and Karaoke with Cantor Taibel

6-7 p.m. — Demetrios Pizza & Grill — Price not specified — Enjoy an evening of pizza, karaoke, and casual conversation.

Finish Line Racing Multi-Sport Events

7-10 AM — Fort De Soto Park — Enjoy a vibrant post-party with food and free beer at this multi-sport race event.

NoFilter Concert

6:30-10:30 p.m. — The Green at UTC — Free entry — Dance the night away with high-energy hits from various decades and genres.