Sundown Get Down Event Series Comes to Historic Bridge Street, Bradenton Beach

Bradenton Beach, FL (July 11, 2024) – The Bradenton Beach Merchants Association is excited to announce the “Sundown Get Down” event series, a family-friendly street party happening every third Thursday of the month on Historic Bridge Street, Bradenton Beach. Starting at 4 pm, these events will feature a unique theme each month, providing a fun and engaging experience for all attendees. The first event, “Retro Beach Party,” takes place on Thursday, July 18th where Gulf Coast Corvette Club will display their favorite retro convertibles ranging from 1963 to 2022. Sundown Get Down events are free to the public; locals and visitors alike are welcome to attend.

Monthly Event Highlights:
• Discounts and specials by retail, restaurant, and entertainment merchants
• Monthly themes and features
• Interactive Scavenger Hunt with prizes
• Kids Zone featuring fun activities for all ages
• Live entertainment in numerous establishments

Event Schedule:
• July 18: Retro Beach Party
• August 15: Pirate Powerboat Plunder
• September 19: Under the Sea Back to School Bash
• October 17: Pumpkins & Palms in Paradise
• November 21: Coastal Harvest Hoedown
• December 19: Sandy Clause Beach Celebration

“We are thrilled to bring Sundown Get Down to the community,” said Derek Williams, President of the Bradenton Beach Merchants Association and owner of Drift-In AMI. “These events are designed to celebrate the unique charm of Bridge Street, support our local businesses, and create memorable experiences for residents and visitors alike. We invite everyone to come enjoy these fantastic evenings.”

Getting There and Parking:
Bridge Street will close to car traffic starting at noon on event day, however, there are numerous convenient ways of accessing Bridge Street. Visitors can reach the event by Island Trolley, car, golf cart, bicycle, walking, or take the Monkey Bus Shuttle from Coquina Beach parking lot. Additionally, guests can take the Gulf Islands Ferry, which stops at Bridge Street Pier, steps away from the event.

Parking options are plentiful:
• Free - Parking lot on corner of Gulf Drive South and 1st Street North.
• Free - Parking lot behind Bridge Walk Resort
• Free - Parking lots are also located in the 400 block of Highland Avenue (Police Department) and south of the Public Works facility (under the Cell Tower).
• Additional free parking is available at both County Beaches (Coquina Park and Cortez Beach) where the Island’s free trolleys turn around every 20 minutes from 6 a.m. until 10:30 p.m., 7 days a week transporting visitors to locations anywhere on Anna Maria Island, including Historic Bridge Street.
• The Monkey Bus will also be providing complimentary shuttle services from Coquina Beach parking to Bridge Street.
• 50% off the paid parking lot on the corner Gulf Drive South and 3rd Street South during the event.

Event Mission and Vision
Sundown Get Down aims to increase participation and involvement among residents, businesses, and visitors, fostering a sense of belonging and community pride. The event will collaborate with local vendors and businesses to showcase their products and services, stimulating economic activity in the Bridge Street area. The event is supported by Bradenton Beach Merchants Association and Bradenton Area Convention & Visitors Bureau.

For more information on Sundown Get Down:
• sundowngetdown.com
• facebook.com/sundowngetdownbradentonbeach
• instagram.com/sundown_get_down
• or contact Event Marketing Manager, Jill McGarry, at 941.448.7808 or jill@mcgarrymarketing.com.

About Sundown Get Down:
Sundown Get Down is a vibrant event series aimed at fostering community engagement, promoting local commerce, and expanding the diversity and reach of activities on Anna Maria Island and Bradenton Beach’s historic Bridge Street. Held every third Thursday of the month, the event will begin at 4pm on Bridge Street in Bradenton Beach.

About the Bradenton Beach Merchants Association:
The Bradenton Beach Merchants Association is committed to promoting the economic vitality and unique character of Bradenton Beach’s Bridge Street area. Through events like Sundown Get Down, we aim to create a vibrant community space that supports local businesses and brings people together.