# Event Details

- **Event Name**: A Night Before Christmas
- **Event Start and End Date**: Sat, 12 Dec, 2026 at 04:00 pm – Sat, 12 Dec, 2026 at 08:00 pm (-05:00)
- **Event Description**: Presented by Outdoor Lighting Perspectives and Hale Law, the annual A Night Before Christmas event at GT Bray Park is sure to get you and your family in the Christmas spirit! Santa and Mrs. Claus plan to be there for professional pictures with the children which you’ll be able to download for free. There also will be a variety of family-friendly activities, including a double-snow slide, foam zone, pony rides, mechanical reindeer and petting zoo! “Shop Local” Vendor Marketplace will be set up in the parking lot, which includes KidsMarkets, along with food and dessert trucks! Event entry is FREE; however, a suggested donation per family of a new, unwrapped toy for Toys for Tots is kindly requested. Parking and Directions G.T. Bray Park is located at 5502 33rd Avenue Drive West in Bradenton. Visitors may access GT Bray Park from 59th St. W. or 51st St. W. Parking will be available in various lots around the park.
 
Presenting Sponsors: @OutdoorLightingPerspectivesSarasota and @gotohalelaw 
Community Sponsor: Abrazo at Robinson Gateway
For additional sponsorship opportunities, please email Joanna.Bailey@mymanatee.org or call 941-324-5771 for more information.
Interested in becoming a vendor? Fill out our Manatee County Event Vendor Application at https://forms.office.com/g/g757cme1bH.
- **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/bradenton/a-night-before-christmas/200030787095956
- **Event Categories**: Nonprofit
- **Interested Audience**: 
  - total_interested_count: 0

## Ticket Details


## Event venue details

- **city**: Bradenton
- **state**: FL
- **country**: United States
- **location**: 5502 33rd Ave Dr W, Bradenton, FL 34209-6000, United States
- **lat**: 27.47397
- **long**: -82.61659
- **full address**: 5502 33rd Ave Dr W, Bradenton, FL 34209-6000, United States

## Event gallery

- **Alt text**: A Night Before Christmas
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## FAQs

- **Q**: When and where is A Night Before Christmas being held?
  - **A:** A Night Before Christmas takes place on Sat, 12 Dec, 2026 at 04:00 pm to Sat, 12 Dec, 2026 at 08:00 pm at 5502 33rd Ave Dr W, Bradenton, FL 34209-6000, United States.
- **Q**: Who is organizing A Night Before Christmas?
  - **A:** A Night Before Christmas is organized by Manatee County, Florida Government.
- **Q**: What has been the experience of attendees at Manatee County, Florida Government's events?
  - **A:** Attendees have given Manatee County, Florida Government a rating of 5/5 based on reviews from early attendees on AllEvents. Manatee County, Florida Government has a verified profile on AllEvents where you can read reviews and explore their upcoming events.
- **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me?
  - **A:** A Night Before Christmas is ideal for festival lovers, culture enthusiasts, and anyone looking for a vibrant, immersive community experience. Whether you're a first-time attendee or a longtime enthusiast in Bradenton, this event is thoughtfully curated to deliver a standout experience worth every moment. If A Night Before Christmas sounds like your kind of event, don't wait - spots fill up fast.

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