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About Manatee County Fairgrounds

Welcome to the Manatee County Fairgrounds, home to Mosaic Arena in Palmetto, Florida. This multi-use venue hosts the iconic eleven-day Manatee County Fair each January, along with events like the Conley Invitational and Manatee Pro Rodeo. With a great seats grandstand and a the section you want floor, Mosaic Arena serves as a versatile space for concerts, rodeos, trade shows, and community events. Whether you're planning to catch a live show or attend a local fair, we’ve got you covered with practical details on seating, parking, transportation, and nearby lodging and dining.

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Note: The Manatee County Fairgrounds are distinct from the Bradenton Area Convention Center, which was formerly known as the Manatee Civic Center. The address for the Fairgrounds is 1303 17th Street West, Palmetto, FL 34221, with Mosaic Arena facilities at 1402 14th Avenue West, Palmetto, FL 34221.

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Parking is available with paid parking on the south end of the Fairgrounds. Additional parking options include Church on the Rock (14th Ave West) and Palmetto High School after hours. Transit options include MCAT fixed routes (1, 13, 201, 203) with Palmetto Transit Station as a hub, the Port Manatee ConneXion shuttle for certain northern Manatee County points, and Handy Bus ADA service for accessibility needs. For accommodations, consider nearby Bradenton/Palmetto options such as Holiday Inn Express & Suites Bradenton, Hampton Inn & Suites Bradenton, and TownePlace Suites by Marriott Bradenton West. Always verify current schedules and routes ahead of your visit. We’ve got you covered with host venue details, seating information, and trusted nearby partners to make your outing easy and enjoyable.

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Seating, Parking & Venue Information

  • Address: Fairgrounds listed as 1303 17th Street West, Palmetto, FL 34221 (Location Map page) with Mosaic Arena facilities at 1402 14th Avenue West, Palmetto, FL 34221.
  • Venue type and capacity: Mosaic Arena within the Manatee County Fairgrounds is a multi‑use arena with 2,000 seats (grandstand) and a 57,500 sq ft floor area.
  • Notable events: The eleven‑day Manatee County Fair is held each January at the Fairgrounds; the site also hosts events like Conley Invitational, Manatee Pro Rodeo, and other community activities.
  • Parking: Paid parking on the south end of the Fairgrounds; additional parking at Church on the Rock (14th Ave West) and Palmetto High School after hours.
  • Seating chart: Public seating charts are not widely published; capacity for the arena is 2,000 seats.
  • Transit: MCAT provides fixed routes (1, 13, 201, 203) with Palmetto Transit Station as a hub; Port Manatee ConneXion shuttle serves specific northern Manatee County points; Handy Bus ADA service is available.
  • Nearby hotels: Several options clustered in Bradenton/ Palmetto area (e.g., Holiday Inn Express & Suites Bradenton, Hampton Inn & Suites Bradenton, TownePlace Suites by Marriott Bradenton West; see local hotel listings).
  • Renaming note: The Manatee County Fairgrounds is distinct from the nearby Bradenton Area Convention Center, which was formerly known as the Manatee Civic Center.