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Free Kayak Tours, Summer Jam and More Weekend Things to Do in Bradenton

Looking for fun weekend events in and around Bradenton? Look no further.

Model Train Swap: The Gulfcoast Garden Railroaders will be holding a Model Train Swap Meet beginning 9 a.m. Saturday, Aug. 3, at the Palmetto Historical Park. Come enjoy a G-scale model train setup and see what the club members have for sale. See more details in the event listing on Patch.


Summer Jam at Arts & Eats: The Village of the Arts restaurant, 1114 12th St. W., celebrates summer by extending its Saturday night hours from 9-11 p.m. with its "Summer Jam" musical performances. Bring your instruments and get ready to play, or just come to listen and have wine, beer, or a light bite from their kitchen.  

Kayak Tours at DeSoto National Memorial: The park offers free ranger-led kayak tours beginning at 9:30 a.m. Saturdays and Sundays through Oct. 20. No experience is necessary, and they'll provide kayaks and equipment if you don't already have it. RSVP is mandatory at 941-792-0458, ext 105. Explore the waters and the vibrant history of the Manatee River. Visit the National Park Service's site for more info.

Summer Sizzle at WestCoast Church: This free back-to-school bash for the community will include food provided by Outback Steakhouse, water slides, bounce houses, games, kids crafts, music and a business expo. The event begins 3 p.m. Saturday, Aug. 3. The church is at 11750 U.S. 301 N. in Parrish.

Shark Week! The Florida Aquarium, 701 Channelside Dr., Tampa, celebrates these undersea predators beginning Saturday, Aug. 3 and will feature a shark-themed scavenger hunt, additional shark feeding tours, appearances by the Florida Aquarium Mermaids and more. Visit flaquarium.org for more details.

'Where the Wild Things Are' Weekend: The Glazer Children's Museum, 110 W. Gasparilla Plaza, Tampa, brings Maurice Sendak's classic children's book to life Aug. 3-4. Kids are invited to "put on your wolf suit and get ready to cause some BIG mischief!" Find more info at glazermuseum.org.

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