UPCOMING
EVENTS
Upcoming Events and Programs
December 13th, 2025 (12PM - 3PM)
Christmas in Cortez is a free, family-friendly holiday festival. Take this opportunity to get in the holiday spirit with free crafts, children's activities, and a visit with Santa.​​​
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Florida in the American Revolution
March 6, 2025 (3PM - 4PM) @ Rocky Bluff Library
Join the us to explore Florida’s connection to the American Revolution to celebrate America 250. This presentation will focus on the maritime related aspects of the time period. *See Manatee County Library Events for registration details.
*This lecture will also be held at Lakewood Ranch Library on March 24, 2026.
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Nautical Flea Market
March 14th, 2026 (9AM - 1PM)
The Nautical Flea Market is a FREE family-friendly event. Find some deals on new and used fishing gear, marine & diving equipment, and coastal arts and crafts! See the Nautical Flea Market page for details about becoming a vendor.​
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​Music on the Porch
2nd & 4th Saturdays (2PM - 4PM)
FMM has partnered with the Cortez Cultural Center to host this FREE music event on Museum grounds. Bring an instrument to play along or just enjoy the jam session from our picnic tables from 2 pm until 4 pm on the second and fourth Saturday of each month.
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Soar in 4 at the Bishop Museum
First Wednesday of every month (5:30PM - 7PM)
Soar in 4 is a FREE literacy event open to all Manatee County students and their families held at the Bishop Museum of Science and Nature. FMM hosts a booth that hands out take-home activities to help families facilitate hands-on learning at home.
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