The Center offers a variety of events throughout the year. The Bradenton Gulf Island Concert series that has included Marshall Tucker Band, The Grass Roots, and more. A family favorite, Lester Family Fun Day, is a holiday-themed event featuring Santa, crafts, games and performances for all ages. The annual Murder Mystery play is always entertaining for The Center’s adult audience. The Center also offer member socials, which provide a chance for our community to get together for an evening of food and fun! Stay tuned for upcoming events, scheduling details and information!
Lester Family Fun Day
Saturday, December 3
10:30 a.m. to 2 p.m.
The 20th Annual Lester Family Fun day, generously sponsored each year by Chuck and Joey Lester of Holmes Beach, returns again this year with a lineup of fun activities and performances including the MHS Drum Line and DJ Freeze. There will be food, poinsettias to buy, pony rides, face painting, crafts, a train, and more! Santa will arrive at noon! Food includes: Duffy’s burgers, hot dogs, and Small Town Creamy Ice Cream. Enter a chance to win a turkey or other prizes.
Golf Ball Drop
Get your Golf Ball for a chance to win! Cost is $50 for one golf ball or $100 for 3. You do not have to be present to win! Click here to purchase one ball, OR click here to purchase three balls or call The Center at (941)778-1908.
Volunteering
We need your help to make this event a success! Please give a few hours. Click here to sign-up or contact Jillian at (941)778-1908 or [email protected]
For more info: email [email protected] or call us at (941) 778-1908.
The Concert series will kick off on Saturday, December 10.
Buy Your Tickets Here!
Box office times at The Center are 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. Monday-Friday.
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Saturday, December 10
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BEATLEMANIA Now!, a live band tribute to the Beatles with a backdrop of images that evoke memories of the 1960s.
Doors Open at 6 p.m.
Opening Act at 7 p.m.
Headliner about 8 p.m.
Tickets start at $30
Additional Event Info
- No outside food or drink allowed.
- The Sandbar Restaurant will have a cash bar on site.
- No smoking or vaping on Center property.
- The entrance is 407 Magnolia Ave.
- Printed ticket or ticket on app must be presented at gate.
- Free valet parking available on Magnolia Ave by main entrance of The Center.
- Street parking is available. Must park going with the flow of traffic with all wheels off of the pavement.
A special thank you to our sponsors:
Saturday, January 21
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Doors Open at 6 p.m.
Opening Act at 7 p.m.
Headliner about 8 p.m.
Additional Event Info
- No outside food or drink allowed.
- The Sandbar Restaurant will have a cash bar on site.
- No smoking or vaping on Center property.
- The entrance is 407 Magnolia Ave.
- Printed ticket or ticket on app must be presented at gate.
- Free valet parking available on Magnolia Ave by main entrance of The Center.
- Street parking is available. Must park going with the flow of traffic with all wheels off of the pavement.
A special thank you to our sponsors:
Saturday, February 25
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Grand Funk Railroad will hits including Some Kind of Wonderful, I’m Your Captain/Closer To Home, The Loco-Motion, and the platinum single We’re An American Band.
Doors Open at 6 p.m.
Opening Act at 7 p.m.
Headliner about 8 p.m.
Additional Event Info
- No outside food or drink allowed.
- The Sandbar Restaurant will have a cash bar on site.
- No smoking or vaping on Center property.
- The entrance is 407 Magnolia Ave.
- Printed ticket or ticket on app must be presented at gate.
- Free valet parking available on Magnolia Ave by main entrance of The Center.
- Street parking is available. Must park going with the flow of traffic with all wheels off of the pavement.
A special thank you to our sponsors:
Tuesday, March 21
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The Orchestra starring former members of the Electric Light Orchestra will perform Evil Woman, Do Ya, Mr. Blue Sky and more.
Doors Open at 6 p.m.
Opening Act at 7 p.m.
Headliner about 8 p.m.
Additional Event Info
- No outside food or drink allowed.
- The Sandbar Restaurant will have a cash bar on site.
- No smoking or vaping on Center property.
- The entrance is 407 Magnolia Ave.
- Printed ticket or ticket on app must be presented at gate.
- Free valet parking available on Magnolia Ave by main entrance of The Center.
- Street parking is available. Must park going with the flow of traffic with all wheels off of the pavement.
A special thank you to our sponsors:
Coat Drive at The Center
November 1-18
Bring new or gently used adult and kids coats, hats, and gloves to The Center during business hours November 1-18. All donations will need to be dropped off at The Center no later than Friday, November 18th. Jillian will drop off all donations to the Turning Points coat drive, which helps local Manatee County families stay warm.
This event is free of charge. No registration required.
For more info: email [email protected] or call us at (941) 778-1908.
