UPCOMING
EVENTS

​​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.

*Music on the Porch is being held in the Cortez Cultural Center for the summer. You are welcome to park on our grounds and walk over, our restrooms will be open as well. We will update everyone when it returns to our porch! The address for the Cortez Cultural Center is 11655 Cortez Rd W, Cortez, FL 34215.

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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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​Christmas in Cortez

Second Saturday of December

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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Nautical Flea Market

Second Saturday of March 

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!