Share the Sunshine
Summer 2021 Edition
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Come visit Anna Maria Island with its clear turquoise water and sugar-white beaches. Here, the "old" Florida charm can still be found, flip-flops are a way of life, and the speed limit never exceeds 35 miles per hour. |
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Walk the entire gulf coastline on pristine beaches, watch the kids play in the sand, observe turtles nesting and dolphins diving.
Uncover the treasures awaiting in the quaint shopping districts throughout the island.
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Enjoy the day biking, kayaking, boating, sailing, fishing, parasailing, and more. Finish the day with dinner at one of the island's many restaurants and enjoy a picture-perfect sunset.
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Summer 2021 Tourism
NEWSLETTER SPONSORS
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A special Thank You to our sponsors who support us!
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Newspapers/Publications/Guides Recreational Rentals-Water/Air/Land
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315 58th St
Holmes Beach, 34217
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5358 Gulf Drive
Holmes Beach, 34217
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507 Pine Ave., Suite C
Anna Maria, 34216
941-778-2307
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3909 East Bay Drive, Ste. 115
Holmes Beach, FL 34217
941-778-6066
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You Came To Visit Anna Maria Island-You LOVE It- You Want To Stay Forever-Now What?
Job Postings is now live on our AMI Chamber website
Find your dream job in Paradise!
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Beautiful island beaches, quaint villages, fresh Florida seafood, endless sunny days and more make the Bradenton Area one of America’s favorite vacation spots. But no one loves the destination more than those who call it home, for whom sustainability, preservation and respect are a way of life.
Before your next trip, take a moment to learn how you, too, can Love It Like a Local, visit the Bradenton Area responsibly and protect this paradise for years to come.
Take and pass the quiz online to receive a free gift, plus you could win a FREE TRIP back to the island!
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2021 Anna Maria Island & Cortez Fishing Village
Passport Program
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An exciting cooperative neighborhood initiative which includes the cities of Anna Maria, Holmes Beach, Bradenton Beach, and Cortez Fishing Village, bringing the community together in support of one another. |
Passport holders will visit participating businesses and get their passport stamped. Once the required (5) stamps from each of the island's 4 municipalities are obtained (20 stamps total), passport holders will bring their completed passports to the Anna Maria Island Chamber of Commerce where they will receive a free Anna Maria Island / Cortez Fishing Village T shirt. They will also be placed in a quarterly raffle to potentially win additional prizes. No purchase necessary, but fun is guaranteed!
Passports are good until Dec. 31, 2021
You can obtain a PASSPORT at any of the participating merchants and many other businesses on Anna Maria Island and Cortez.
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2021 Official Visitor's Guide & Business Directory |
We will be happy to mail it to you!
We can also provide you with a copy at the office located at
5313 Gulf Drive in Holmes Beach.
Office hours are Monday thru Friday 9:00 am - 5:00 pm.
We are be happy to help you!
The Anna Maria Island
Chamber of Commerce is a
Certified Visitor
Information Center
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Do's and Don'ts for Turtle Nesting Season
May 1st through October 31st
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Coming Events at the Center:
The Grass Roots plus special guest Donnie Iris
Friday, July 2nd, 2021
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Get Marauders Summer Tickets! |
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Anna Maria Island Concert Chorus & Orchestra |
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Re-opening in the
Fall of 2021.
Stay tuned by visiting the Island Players website.
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Founded in 1949, The Island Players, Inc. is located on Anna Maria Island, and is Manatee County's oldest Community Theater. We are an Award Winning organization dedicated to providing artistic experiences for the communities of Anna Maria Island and its neighboring cities through the presentation of stage productions. |
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See the Island's history like you have never seen it before!
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AMI Privateers Present:
July 3rd Parade!
Come enjoy the fun on Saturday!
Processional starts at
10 a.m. from Coquina Beach and runs North on Gulf Drive
to East end of Pine Ave.
(No roads will be closed for this event)
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Enjoy the Beach Market at Coquina Beach on
Wednesdays and Fridays (thru July)
from 10:00 am to 4:00 pm. Shop the unique arts and crafts, food, fresh produce vendors and more as you stroll down the gulf side pathway.
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AMI Vacation Tips & Tricks |
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- Remember to apply & reapply sunscreen
- Stay Hydrated
- Fill holes on the beach to help the turtles
- Gather all items and trash before leaving the beach
- Ride the free trolley
- Stop into the AMI Chamber of Commerce for information to help make your trip even more memorable
- Have fun!
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Hop Aboard the AMI FREE Trolley!
Use the myStop Mobile App for trolley updates.
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The all new Anna Maria Island Arts & Culture Map is now available!
Make sure to stop by the Chamber office to pick up your copy.
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Thank You to our 2021 Premier Gold & Silver Sponsors! |
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Your Success Is Our Business! |
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