Looking for a fun reason to visit Anna Maria Island in January? The Coquina Beach Seafood & Music Festival brings fresh seafood, live music, beach views, and local vendors to Coquina Beach for a full weekend. It is free to attend, easy to enjoy, and a great excuse to plan a winter beach getaway.
Enjoy Food and Music at this Festival
The Coquina Beach Party Seafood & Music Festival returns to Bradenton Beach each year. For three days, Coquina Beach will have fresh seafood, tropical drinks, live music, and an arts and crafts market set up right by the water.
Food is a big part of the weekend, with local vendors cooking seafood on-site throughout the festival. You can expect coastal favorites like shrimp, crab, lobster, oysters, and plenty of other seafood dishes, plus tropical cocktails, cold beer, and non-alcoholic drinks if you want something simple between plates.
The music runs throughout the weekend and brings a mix of beachy grooves, classic rock, island rhythms, and soulful jams to the sand. Bring a beach chair, find a spot near the stage, and enjoy the live bands while you eat, drink, and take in the Gulf views.
When, Where, and What to Do
The Coquina Beach Seafood and Music Festival takes place at Coquina Beach, one of the most popular beach spots in Bradenton Beach.
- Location: Coquina Beach, 2650 Gulf Dr. S., Bradenton Beach, FL
- Admission: Free
Plan on spending time eating, listening to music, walking through the vendor market, and enjoying the beach setting. Since admission is free, you can stop by for dinner and music one night or make it part of your whole weekend. The festival is family-friendly, but it is still a busy beach event. If you are coming with kids, it helps to bring water, snacks, hats, and a beach setup.
A few quick tips:
- Bring beach chairs for the music
- Wear shoes that work for sand
- Bring sunscreen if you are going during the day
- Keep cash or cards handy for food, drinks, and vendors
- Arrive earlier if you want an easier time parking
Stay Close with Our Rentals
Staying nearby makes the Coquina Beach Seafood & Music Festival on Anna Maria Island much easier to enjoy. Instead of planning your whole day around parking, traffic, and driving back after the music ends, you can choose a rental close to Coquina Beach and keep the weekend more relaxed.
Anna Maria Life Vacation Rentals offers homes across Bradenton Beach, Holmes Beach, Anna Maria Island, and the surrounding area, so you can stay close to the festival while still choosing the type of space that fits your trip. Depending on your plans, you can browse rentals with:
- Private pools
- Water views
- Pet-friendly options
- Villas
- Townhomes
- Space for couples, families, and groups
Start Planning Your Getaway Today
The Coquina Beach Seafood & Music Festival is a great way to kick off the year with seafood, music, and time by the Gulf. Book your stay with Anna Maria Life Vacation Rentals today and enjoy a festival weekend you’ll never forget!
