Pier 22 Fourth of July Celebration

Pier 22 Restaurant

Bradenton : 1200 First Ave. W, Bradenton, 34205

Dine directly under the fireworks at Pier 22's Fourth of July celebration with live music, a pig roast, carved Prime Rib, sushi, peel and eat shrimp, raw oysters, barbecue chicken, numerous salads and much more. Reservations required.

Price: $49.95, $14.95 11 and younger; tax, gratuity and beverages not included.

Snooty the Manatee's 65th Birthday Bash

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South Florida Museum

Bradenton : 201 10th St. W, Bradenton, 34205

Snooty, the oldest known manatee in captivity, turns 65 and celebrates with children's games, a wildlife awareness festival, art activities, food and entertainment. The outdoor party is free, and tickets for general admission to the museum are available at a reduced price of $8, $7 seniors, $6 a …

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Bradenton Blues Festival

Bradenton Riverwalk

Bradenton : 452 3rd Avenue West , Bradenton, 34205

The blues festival in downtown Bradenton includes such acts as The Rolling Stones opener Shemekia Copeland, Howlin' Wolf-associated Eddie Shaw & The Wolfgang and more.

Price: $30 advance, $40 day of, $25 per person groups of 10 or more, $20 students, $10 kids ages 5-12.