The holidays don’t have to mean snow and cold on Anna Maria Island. They can be all about sunshine, family, and easygoing island traditions. With Anna Maria Island Accommodations, you’ll find the perfect vacation rental to gather together, whether it’s a cozy cottage steps from the beach or a larger home for the whole family. And right now, our Sunshine and Savings promotion makes celebrating the season even sweeter.
Book by October 2, 2025 for travel through December 26, 2025, and choose your savings:
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COASTALCHEER10 – Take 10% off select Anna Maria Island Accommodations vacation rentals.
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BONUSCOASTAL10 – Save 10% on eligible 1–4 bedroom homes (7+ night minimum) plus receive a $100 gift card at check-in.
Anna Maria Island & Bradenton Halloween Events 2025
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Trail of Treats (Anna Maria Island) – Holmes Beach & AMI Chamber lot, Oct. 31, 2025. A local favorite where kids can trick-or-treat safely at island shops and businesses.
Trail of Treats - Anna Maria Island Chamber of Commerce
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Goblin Gathering (GT Bray Park, Bradenton) – Oct. 18, 2025. Costumes, candy, games, and family activities in a park setting.
Goblin Gathering
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Hunsader Farms Pumpkin Festival (Bradenton) – Weekends Oct. 12–27, 2025. Pumpkin patches, hayrides, corn mazes, and seasonal fun.
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BooFest (Lakewood Ranch) – Oct. 25, 2025. Trick-or-treating, entertainment, and fall festivities on Main Street.
BooFest on Main Street – Lakewood Ranch
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Bradenton Riverwalk Trick-or-Treat – Oct. 26, 2025. A family-friendly evening along the waterfront with decorated booths and candy stops.
Thanksgiving by the Beach
Instead of chilly winds, let your Thanksgiving be framed by Gulf breezes. Many Anna Maria Island Accommodations homes feature full kitchens, screened lanais, and open dining spaces perfect for relaxed holiday meals.
Thanksgiving Tips:
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Cook a traditional turkey dinner in your fully equipped rental or order take-out from local restaurants.
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Enjoy dessert on the patio while watching the sunset.
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Keep it simple with a catered holiday meal from The Feast or Hurricane Hanks on Anna Maria Island, so you can spend less time in the kitchen and more time making memories.
Holiday Events on Anna Maria Island 2025
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Bridge Street Christmas Tree Lighting – Nov. 22, 2025
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Holmes Beach Holiday Open House & Tree Lighting – Dec. 5, 2025
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Christmas on Bridge Street – Dec. 2025 (date TBD)
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AMI Privateers Christmas Parade – Mid-Dec. 2025 (date TBD)
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Manatee River Holiday Boat Parade – Dec. 13, 2025
New Traditions in Paradise
Swap heavy coats for flip-flops and create island-style holiday memories:
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String seashell ornaments on palm trees.
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Host a casual poolside holiday meal.
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Walk through island neighborhoods lit up for the season.
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Celebrate New Year’s Eve on the beach with fireworks.
Spend Your $100 Bonus Gift Card Locally
If you book with BONUSCOASTAL10, your gift card can be used for:
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Fresh seafood at Sandbar Restaurant or Hurricane Hanks.
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Sweet stops like Two Scoops Ice Cream.
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Shopping for coastal treasures along Pine Avenue.
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Outdoor fun—bike or kayak rentals for a family adventure.
Book Your Holiday Stay with AMIA
From Thanksgiving reunions to Christmas getaways, Anna Maria Island Accommodations has homes that make it simple to celebrate together. Don’t wait, holiday rentals fill quickly, and the Sunshine and Savings promo ends October 2, 2025.
