Lodging

The Courtyard by Marriott Riverfront, the Bradenton Blues Festival’s Host Hotel, is just steps away from the festival and is located on beautiful Manatee River at 100 Riverfront Drive West, Bradenton, Florida. This lovely riverfront hotel features a lush courtyard, pool, fitness center and the Bistro which services full breakfast, lunch, dinner with full lounge service available.

The Courtyard Riverfront is hosting our festival musicians. The hotel has 153 rooms which includes 57 suites. Rooms are limited, so reserve your accommodations soon. A multi-day stay will maximize your enjoyment of blues-related and cultural activities. For more information, or to book a room at special festival pricing,  email or call  941-747-3727

A multi-day stay will maximize your enjoyment of blues-related and cultural activities. Book a room and ask for special festival pricing,  email or call  941-747-3727

The Riverwalk

Come early and enjoy the Riverwalk park features including public art installations, gardens, discovery tidal marsh, sand volley ball, and skate park. Click here for details.

Extend Your Stay

In our walkable, historic downtown you can enjoy the South Florida Museum, Parker Aquarium, Bishop Planetarium, ArtCenter Manatee, Manatee Players, De Soto Historical Society, Manatee Village Historical Park, and the Village of the Arts.

Check out downtown’s unique cultural assets. Click here.

Event Calendar

For a full listing of events in downtown Bradenton, visit the Realize Bradenton calendar. Click here.