Tickets

The Bradenton Area Convention and Visitors Bureau will present a European Holiday Market, an immersive experience featuring artisans selling seasonal treasures, along with European-inspired delicacies, festive beverages, interactive activities and live performances and entertainment.

Pricing & Info

  • $20 General Admission Pre-Event Sales
  • $25 General Admission At the Door (under 8 years old enter for free)
  • $5 discount per ticket when purchasing 5 or more tickets
  • $10 Tickets for Veteran and Educator Appreciation Days (Dec. 4 and Dec. 5)
  • Tickets are non-refundable, but they are transferable

Box Office

You can conveniently purchase tickets ahead of time online, at the Manatee Performing Arts Center Box Office, or at the door. Discounted tickets for Veterans and Educators Appreciation Days can also be purchased in advance at the Manatee Performing Arts Center Box Office. Veterans and Educators will need to present their credentials at the on-site Box Office for admission.

Event Days

Opening Day

Wednesday, Dec. 4

12 p.m. – 9 p.m.

Veteran & Educator Appreciation Day

Gulf Islands Center Hall
2pm, 6:30pm:
Far Way Home Live Theater Production
1pm, 5pm: Holiday Cards, Ornaments and Wreath Making Workshops

The Yard, Palmetto Marriott Resort & Spa
5pm—8pm:
Visit with Santa & Mrs. Clause
7pm: Holiday Movie

Thursday, Dec. 5

11 a.m. – 2 p.m.

Veteran & Educator Appreciation Day

Gulf Islands Center Hall
12pm, 2pm:
Far Way Home Live Theater Production
11am, 1pm: Holiday Cards, Ornaments and Wreath Making Workshops

The Yard, Palmetto Marriott Resort & Spa
5pm—8pm:
Visit with Santa & Mrs. Clause
7pm: Holiday Movie

Friday, Dec. 6

11 a.m. – 9 p.m.

Gulf Islands Center Hall
12pm, 2pm, 4pm, 6:30pm:
Far Way Home Live Theater Production
11am, 1pm, 5pm: Holiday Cards, Ornaments and Wreath Making Workshops

The Yard, Palmetto Marriott Resort & Spa
5pm—8pm:
Visit with Santa & Mrs. Clause
7pm: Holiday Movie

Saturday, Dec. 7

11 a.m. – 9 p.m.

Gulf Islands Center Hall
12pm, 2pm, 4pm, 6:30pm:
Far Way Home Live Theater Production
11am, 1pm, 5pm: Holiday Cards, Ornaments and Wreath Making Workshops

The Yard, Palmetto Marriott Resort & Spa
11am—2pm, 5pm—8pm:
Visit with Santa & Mrs. Clause
7pm: Holiday Movie

Final Day

Sunday, Dec. 8

11 a.m. – 8 p.m.

Gulf Islands Center Hall
12pm, 2pm, 4pm, 6:30pm:
Far Way Home Live Theater Production
11am, 1pm, 5pm: Holiday Cards, Ornaments and Wreath Making Workshops

The Yard, Palmetto Marriott Resort & Spa
11am—2pm, 5pm—8pm:
Visit with Santa & Mrs. Clause
7pm: Holiday Movie

Non-Refundable

Tickets are non-refundable but can be transferred to another date if needed. For assistance with discounted tickets, transfers, or any other inquiries, please contact the Manatee Performing Arts Center Box Office at 941-748-5875 or visit in person, Monday through Friday from 9 AM to 5 PM, at 502 Third Avenue West, Bradenton, FL 34025.