Events
Annual Events
Festival Season is a vibe in VOTA. From signature festivals to seasonal celebrations, you’ll find something fun to experience throughout the year. VOTA events are fun for all ages, and are free to attend!
Convenient street parking is available throughout The Village as well as a City of Bradenton free parking garage located at 615 12th St West.
- VOTA Trick-or-Treat (October)
- Festival of the Skeletons (November)
- Holiday Shopping (December)
- Suncoast Cigar Box Festival (February)
- Wonder Wall Mural Festival (March)
Monthly Art Walks
Art Walk Information
Visit VOTA during one of the monthly Art Walks held on the first Friday evening and Saturday of every month. Galleries and studios open their doors for a vibrant celebration of creativity, featuring live music, local art, handcrafted goods, and other crafts. Bradenton Art Market hosts their lively night markets on the first Friday as well.
Art Walks are an opportunity to stroll our colorful streets, meet local artists, explore unique shops, and discover something new around every corner. Find artistic treasures at one of the many galleries and studios, have that snazzy dress fixed up at The Village Seamstress, or snag some new vinyl at Jerk Dog Records.
Hungry or thirsty? Enjoy a bite from one of our unique local restaurants (Arte Cafe, Ortygia, Cottonmouth Soul Kitchen, The Village Patio). Grab a kombucha, coffee, or Kava from Adobe, or sip a craft beer from one of our awesome local breweries (Sun Lab, Flamingo Bay, Motorworks).
Convenient street parking is available throughout VOTA as well as a City of Bradenton free parking garage located at 615 12th St West.
Community Events
The Guild is excited to introduce Summer Fun Community Events! We will be hosting a series of fun events like Bocce Ball, Mini Golf, and more, and we’re inviting you to come out and meet some neighbors in a fun and relaxed environment.
May Event - Village of the Arts Night @ Bradenton Marauders
Friday, May 29th @ 6:30pm
Come join your VOTA neighbors for a fun night at the ballpark! Bradenton Marauders welcome the Artists Guild of Manatee / Village of the Arts District to a discounted ticket price for our group, along with promotional opportunities to help share the charm of the Village.
It’s also Under the Sea Night - the first 500 fans in attendance will take home a Marauders-themed beach towel give-a-way! Plus Dogs Run the Bases postgame! The $5 Bark Badge benefits the Humane Society of Manatee County.
June Event - Bocce Ball in the Village
Wednesday, June 17th @ 6:30pm
Join some of our Board members and other neighbors for fun casual games of Bocce Ball. We’ll provide the Bocce Ball sets, you just need to bring a smile.
July Event - TBA
*suggest your idea for a fun outing at VillageoftheArts@gmail.com
Guild Meetings
The Artists Guild of Manatee, Inc. hosts regular General Meetings that are open to the public. We welcome feedback and collaboration and hope to hear your ideas at one of our upcoming meetings.
Next VOTA General + Election Meeting: Wednesday, April 29th @ 6:15pm Flamingo Bay Brewing Co. 1910 14th St West
*Are you interested in joining the Board of Directors? Please email us and we'll send you a Board Member Application Form (due by 4/28/26) - VillageoftheArts@gmail.com