Share the Sunshine
Spring 2021 Edition
Come visit Anna Maria Island with its clear turquoise water and sugar-white beaches. Here, the "old" Florida charm can still be found, flip-flops are a way of life, and the speed limit never exceeds 35 miles per hour.
Walk the entire gulf coastline on pristine beaches, watch the kids play in the sand, observe turtles nesting and dolphins diving.

Uncover the treasures awaiting in the quaint shopping districts throughout the island.
Enjoy the day biking, kayaking, boating, sailing, fishing, parasailing, and more. Finish the day with dinner at one of the island's many restaurants and enjoy a picture-perfect sunset.
One visit to Anna Maria Island and you will be calling it "My Island in the Sun."

2021 Official Visitor's Guide & Business Directory


You can request a copy of the 2021 guide & map by clicking here.
We will be happy to mail it to you!


We can also provide you with a copy at the office located at
5313 Gulf Drive in Holmes Beach.
Office hours are Monday thru Friday 9:00 am - 5:00 pm.
We will be happy to help you!





The Anna Maria Island
Chamber of Commerce is a
Certified Visitor
Information Center.
2021 Anna Maria Island & Cortez Fishing Village
Passport Program
An exciting cooperative neighborhood initiative which includes the cities of Anna Maria, Holmes Beach, Bradenton Beach, and Cortez Fishing Village, bringing the community together in support of one another.
Passport holders will visit participating businesses and get their passport stamped. Once the required (5) stamps from each of the island's 4 municipalities are obtained (20 stamps total), passport holders will bring their completed passports to the Anna Maria Island Chamber of Commerce where they will receive a free Anna Maria Island / Cortez Fishing Village T shirt. They will also be placed in a quarterly raffle to potentially win additional prizes. No purchase necessary, but fun is guaranteed!

Passports are good until Dec. 31, 2021

You can obtain a PASSPORT at any of the participating merchants and many other businesses on Anna Maria Island and Cortez.
UPCOMING EVENTS
Due to COVID-19, please be sure to visit the link to each of the event hosts to confirm event schedule.
Save the Date!

20th Annual BayFest

October 16, 2021
10:00 am - 9:00 pm

Pine Ave, City of Anna Maria

Island Players:

Will be re-opening in the
Fall of 2021. Stay tuned by visiting the Island Players website.


Scott's Deli has moved.
Check out their website for the
new opening date!

Come and taste the love!
Anna Maria Island Concert Chorus & Orchestra

Save the Date!
Southeastern Guide Dogs Event

Annual Walkathon
Saturday, May 1st


Check back on their website for 4th of July events

Check back on their
website for
4th of July events
Ongoing Community Events
On Tuesdays from 8:30 am until 2:00 pm through May 11, 2021, the Anna Maria Farmer's Market located at City Pier Park on the corner of Pine Avenue & North Bay will be held. There you will find fresh produce and other items from local vendors.
Enjoy the Beach Market at Coquina Beach on
Wednesdays and Fridays (April thru July)
from 10:00 am to 4:00 pm. Shop the unique arts and crafts, food, fresh produce vendors and more as you stroll down the gulf side pathway.
SPRING 2021 NEWSLETTER SPONSORS
Accommodations


5201 Gulf Drive
Holmes Beach, FL 34217
941-778-4800
www.visitparadise.com

PO Box 4176
Sarasota, FL 34230
800-779-3601
www.bungalowbeach.com


2903 Gulf Drive
Holmes Beach, FL 34217
941-226-5410
www.bungalowbobsvacationhomes.com
Transport/Shuttle Services
Real Estate Companies
2217 Gulf Drive
Bradenton Beach, FL 34217
800-211-2323
www.wagnerrealty.com
Bakeries/Cakes/Desserts

3324 East Bay Drive
Holmes Beach, FL 34217
941-779-2253
www.cheesecakecutie.com
AMI Vacation Tips & Tricks
  • Remember to apply & reapply sunscreen
  • Stay Hydrated
  • Fill holes on the beach to help the turtles
  • Gather all items and trash before leaving the beach
  • Ride the free trolley
  • Have fun!
Hop Aboard the AMI FREE Trolley!
Use the myStop Mobile App for trolley updates.
Please note: The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) issued an Order on January 29, 2021, requiring the public to wear face masks while on public transit buses, this includes the Anna Maria Island free trolleys, and in transportation stations. If riding Manatee County Area Transit (MCAT), please wear a mask. Masks are available on MCAT buses and trolleys and at MCAT Transfer Stations.
Manatee County continues Beach ConneXion Shuttle

In an effort to help drivers avoid heavy beach crowds Manatee County Area Transit continues to offer free rides onto and off of Anna Maria Island via Manatee Avenue.
The Beach ConneXion Shuttle will operate weekends and holidays from December through April from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m.

Anyone traveling to Manatee Public Beach via Manatee Avenue can pick up the Beach ConneXion Shuttle free of fare at the sheltered bus stop on the northeast corner of Manatee Avenue and 75th Street West, adjacent to the commercial center there. On their return trip, passengers can get off at the same bus stop as the Shuttle will loop around the commercial area and serve the same stop which ensures the safety and convenience of Shuttle passengers.

There are also several bus stops between Manatee Avenue/75th Street West and Manatee County Public Beach, and passengers can get on or off the Shuttle at any of
these bus stops as well. 
The all new Anna Maria Island Arts & Culture Map is now available!
Make sure to stop by the Chamber office to pick up your copy.
Thank You to our 2021 Premier Gold & Silver Sponsors!
Your Success Is Our Business!