Pickin' Picnic 2016: What To Know Before You Go

BRADENTON, FL – Looking for a music festival this weekend? Or a beer festival? How about a food festival? Then why not attend all three at once.

Realize Bradenton will host Pickin’ Picnic 2016 on Saturday, May 7 at the Bradenton Riverwalk. This free event will feature local bands, craft beers and food trucks.

Here’s what area residents need to know before you go to Pickin’ Picnic 2016:

WHEN

Pickin’ Picnic 2016 takes place Saturday, May 7 from 2 p.m to 10 p.m.

WHERE

All events will take place at the Bradenton Riverwalk Pavilion, 452 Third Ave. W. The pavilion is located about halfway between Business U.S. 41 and U.S. 41/U.S. 301. Click here to see a parking map for the event. Lawn chairs and picnic blankets are welcome.

EVENT LINEUP

The following events are scheduled during Pickin’ Picnic 2016:

• 2 to 3 p.m.: Free Craft-Beer Tasting (while supplies last) and Food Truck Battle, hosted by Kirsten Sponseller from Sarasota Day.
• 3 to 3:45 p.m.: Sam Robertson
• 4 to 5 p.m.: Michael Snayd Band
• 5:15 to 6:15 p.m.: Lady and Gentleman
• 6:30 to 7:30 p.m.: The Western Sons
• 7:45 to 8:45 p.m.: Dropin Pickup
• 9 to 10 p.m.: Good Graeff

FOOD TRUCKS

The following food trucks are scheduled to participate in Pickin’ Picnic 2016:

• Ain’t No Thang: Simple ingredients to nourish mind, body and soul
• Ammy’s Catering & Concessions: Family-run food truck using high-quality ingredients
• B’s Cool Treats: Local frozen treats and desserts
• Chefs2U: Variety of food prepared fresh by culinary chefs
• Traveling Kitchen: Traditional American and Latin-style pulled pork

VENDORS

The following vendors are scheduled to participate in Pickin’ Picnic 2016:

• Alcover Massage: Affordable professional massage therapy
• The Babe Cave Studio: Handmade bohemian-style jewelry and essential oil accessories
• Clothesline Tees: Custom screen printers who use eco-friendly inks
• Gravity Henna Tattoos: Local artist providing safe, quality henna designs
• My Beloved Boutique: Women’s boutique with all items less than $100
• Village of the Arts: Village artists will be selling arts and goods

For more information, visit www.realizebradenton.com.

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