Royal Palm 20 5215 Twenty-Sixth Street East, Bradenton, FL 34203, Large cinema that presents first run Hollywood hits on its 20 screens plus features comfortable seats and a concession area., 941-727-7469

Regal Oakmont 8 4801 Cortez Road West, Bradenton, FL 34210, This cinemas features critically-acclaimed films, alternative productions, restored classics, and first-run foreign movies. , 941-954-5768

Bradentucky Bombers Benefit Concert 1313 8th Avenue West, Bradenton, FL 34205, Moondance, Bradentucky Bombers benefit concert featuring performances by Downshifters, Rancid Polecats, Spankin' Fresh, Stuck in Shermer, and more. , 941-748-8671

Manatee Players at Riverfront Theatre 102 Old Main Street, Bradenton, FL 34205, Award-winning community theater company that presents six mainstage productions, including live musicals, theatrical plays, and children's programs, during their season., 941-748-5875

DeSoto Oktoberfest Located at Thirteenth Street West, Downtown, Celebrate German food and entertainment during this three day annual festival, held at the beginning of October, that showcases German culture and includes arts and crafts, live entertainment, fine foods, and refreshments., 941-747-1998

Desoto Memorial Dragstrip Located on State Road 64 East, Open for the novice or the professional driver, this dragstrip features action packed drag races throughout the year., 941-748-1320

Desoto Speedway Located Nine Miles East of I-75 on State Road 64, Featuring a 3/8th mile oval track, this speedway features six racing divisions, along with special events, figure eights, and stock car racing every Saturday night. The speedway is open from February to November., 941-748-3171