MANATEE COUNTY, FL (October 29, 2024) – Manatee County Government offices and all Manatee County libraries will be closed Monday, November 11, 2024, to commemorate Veterans Day.
“Veterans Day is a time to reflect upon the sacrifices made by our Veterans to protect our freedoms and uphold the principals of liberty, justice and democracy,” said Manatee County at-large Commissioner Jason Bearden. “The citizens of Manatee County are proud to acknowledge the bravery and dedication of our veterans.”
Local Veterans Ceremonies Include the Following:
26th Annual Manatee County Stand Down
Nov. 2, 2024
8 a.m. to Noon
Manatee County Fairgrounds
1303 17th St. W., Palmetto
Everyone is invited to the FREE event designed to get veterans connected to community resources. A Veterans Amnesty Court and Manatee County Veterans Services representatives will be there, as well as live music, fun and food. Veterans can receive haircuts, medical, dental and eye exams and screenings, as well as showers and hygiene items. There will be a career fair, raffles and information about obtaining Florida Identification Cards and Drivers Licenses. A free shuttle service to the Fairgrounds is available at the Downtown Bradenton Transit Station (1301 6th Ave. W., Bradenton). For information call 941 -747-1509
Home of the Free, Because of the Brave
Nov. 2, 2024
3 p.m.
SCF Neel Performing Arts Center
5840 26th St. W., Building 11 E., Bradenton
The Manatee Community Concert Band kicks off their season at 3 p.m., November 2, with their first concert of the season. This is a paid ticketed event; however, active and retired military personnel with receive a complimentary ticket if claimed at the box office by October 31.
Manatee County Veterans Council Veterans Day Parade
Monday, Nov. 11, 2024
9:30 a.m.
Palmetto
The Manatee County Veterans Council and City of Palmetto will cohost the Veteran's Day Parade. All Veteran organizations, JROTC, high schools and other bands are invited to participate. The parade will form and step off from the Manatee County Fairgrounds at 9:30 a.m. and end at Sutton Park. Parade staging begins at 8 a.m. After the parade, the annual Veteran's Day Memorial Service will begin at 11 a.m.
Sarasota National Cemetery Catholic Memorial Mass
Monday, Nov. 11, 2024
2:45 p.m.
Sarasota National Cemetery Patriot Plaza 9810 State Highway 72, Sarasota
This is the 15th annual Veterans Day Diocese of Venice Catholic Mass.
Bradenton Kiwanis Annual Veterans Appreciation Luncheon
Tuesday, Nov. 12, 2024
11:15 a.m.
Manatee Performing Arts Center
502 3rd Ave. W., Bradenton
Luncheon and program with Keynote Speaker Combat Wounded Veteran US Army Sgt. Zeke Crozier. Tickets are for Veterans only and a limited number are available at the Manatee County Veterans Services office, 1401 3rd Ave. W., Bradenton.
The Airmen of Note
Tuesday, Nov. 12, 2024
7 p.m.
SCF Neel Performing Arts Center (5840 26th St. W., Building 11 E., Bradenton)
This premier jazz ensemble of the United States Air Force will perform in this free -- but ticketed -- event.
Honoring Veterans, Our ReaI Heroes
Nov. 14, 2024
7:30 p.m.
SCF Neel Performing Arts Center
5840 26th St. W., Building 11 E., Bradenton
NOTE: Due to Hurricanes Helene and Milton, the Annual Anna Maria Old Soldiers & Sailors Veterans parade has been canceled. They are hoping and planning to be back strong next year.
Reschedules include the following:
Trash, recycling and yard waste collections for the week are NOT impacted by the Veterans Day holiday and will follow the normal collection schedule. Debris removal operations will also continue.
Manatee County Library locations will be closed on Monday, November 11, and will reopen Tuesday, November 12.
Manatee County parks and natural preserves will be open to the public. The Manatee Public Beach on Anna Maria Island is open. Other Manatee County Beaches will open as conditions permit.
The G.T. Bray Recreation Center will be open November 11 from 7 a.m. to 1 p.m., but the pool will remain open until 3 p.m. with a modified group exercise class schedule. The C.V. Walton Center will be closed. All check-ins for racquet sports, basketball and pool will be at the recreation center. The Manatee County Golf Course is closed for seeding, but the Buffalo Creek Golf Course will be open.
Manatee County Area Transit (MCAT), the Anna Maria Island Trolley and regular weekday Handy Bus will operate as normal (pending curfew restrictions and available access to roadways).