Manatee County Community Engagement (county parks events)

Manatee County's Community Engagement Division, part of the Sports and Leisure Services Department, plans county events at parks, beaches and new facilities. Its lineup includes signature seasonal events such as Goblin Gathering and A Night Before Christmas, free First Friday concerts in the Manatee Music Series at Parrish Community Park, the RUN Manatee 5K series and ribbon cuttings for new parks. The division also partners with outside groups on tournaments, races and other community activities.