2 Free Outdoor Concert Series Scheduled In Bradenton

BRADENTON, FL — Two free outdoor concert series are scheduled in Bradenton this spring.

The inaugural season of the Manatee Music Series kicks off March 21, 6 to 8 p.m., at the G.T. Bray Amphitheater in Bradenton, according to a news release from the county.

This first concert features Ellenton-based circus swing and American roots artist Dean Johanesen.
Trevor Bystrom & Zion Albert, inspired by sounds of the Caribbean and Bob Marley, will perform April 18 at the amphitheater, while Paul Fournier, who performs a variety of rock, soul and R&B, is on the bill for May 16.

Realize Bradenton also announced the lineup for its Music in the Park series, which runs on Fridays, 6 to 8 p.m., from March 22 to April 26 at the Riverwalk Pavilion at Rossi Park.

• March 22 - Eric Von Band (country)
• March 29 - soulRcoaster (rock)
• April 5 - Glass Onion Beatles Band (Beatles tribute)
• April 12 - Sweet Fleet (Fleetwood Mac tribute)
• April 19 - MonkeyFinger (rock)
• April 26 - Kristopher James (singer/songwriter)

Attendees are encouraged to bring a chair or blanket. Leashed dogs are also welcome at the family-friendly concerts.