Discover Bradenton Launches 2026 Summer Guide and Countywide Sticker Drop

Discover Bradenton has released its 2026 Ultimate Guide to Summer Fun, a free digital publication filled with local activities, hidden gems, and ideas for enjoying the season throughout Manatee County.

The guide encourages residents and visitors to explore close to home while supporting the locally owned businesses that help make Bradenton, Palmetto, Parrish, Ellenton, Anna Maria Island, and the surrounding communities unique.

Inside, readers will find summer activities, places to cool off, local dining and shopping suggestions, family-friendly experiences, and features highlighting area businesses and attractions.

“Summer can be a slower season for many local businesses, so we wanted to create something that gives people a reason to get out, try someplace new, and continue supporting the businesses in their own community,” said Beth Deyo, founder of Discover Bradenton. “There are so many great things to do here, even for people who have lived in Manatee County for years.”

Beth Deyo

The Summer Guide is available online now at:
https://discoverbradenton.com/summer-guide

Summer Sticker Drop Encourages Foot Traffic to Local Businesses

The guide was released alongside Discover Bradenton’s Summer Sticker Drop, a countywide promotion featuring limited-edition Discover Bradenton stickers available at participating local businesses throughout Manatee County.

Residents can visit participating “Sticker Stops” to pick up a free sticker while supplies last. Some stickers also include QR codes that give recipients the opportunity to win prizes provided by local businesses.

The promotion is designed to create additional foot traffic for participating businesses while giving residents a fun reason to explore different areas of the county.

“The stickers are free, but they are limited,” Deyo said. “There are 2,000 of them, and once they’re gone, they’re gone. We’re encouraging people to visit the Sticker Stops, support the businesses hosting them, and collect one while they can.”

A list of participating Sticker Stops and additional details about the promotion can be found at: https://discoverbradenton.com/sticker-drop