Bradenton Alive to Ring in 2026 with New Year’s Eve Celebration at Rossi Park
Bradenton residents and visitors are invited to welcome the new year in festive style at Bradenton Alive’s New Year’s Eve Celebration on Wednesday, December 31, at Rossi Park along the Bradenton Riverwalk.
The free community celebration runs from 8 p.m. until midnight and promises an evening filled with music, food, and local flair. Live entertainment will be provided by Derek Lersch Music, setting the soundtrack for a lively night by the river.
Guests can enjoy a variety of food trucks, browse local vendors, and gather with friends and family as the countdown to the new year begins. The evening will culminate with a fireworks display at midnight, lighting up the downtown waterfront as Bradenton officially welcomes 2026.
The event takes place at Rossi Park, located at 444 3rd Ave. W., and is designed to offer a fun, safe, and celebratory way for the community to ring in the new year together.
