Clancy’s “Christmas in July” Returns: Annual Back-to-School Drive and Celebration
Clancy’s Irish Sports Pub is thrilled to announce its annual Christmas in July back‑to‑school initiative, a campaign to collect school supplies and proceeds for local Bradenton schools, culminating in a festive community event on Thursday, July 24, 2025, from 6:00–8:00 p.m.
This year’s theme, “Giving Where We’re Living – Clancy’s Style,” invites the community to bring donations of new, unwrapped school supplies such as notebooks, pens, glue sticks, folders, dry-erase markers, and tissues to support local area students. Every item collected, along with all proceeds raised, will be donated directly to local schools to ensure children are equipped and ready to start the school year strong.
Event Highlights:
- Date & Time: Thursday, July 24, 2025, at 6:00–8:00 PM
- Location: Clancy’s Irish Sports Pub & Grill, 6218 Cortez Road West, Bradenton, FL 34210
- Donations Accepted: New school supplies are encouraged; cash and proceeds collected from sales also benefit local school supply needs
- Bake Sale Fundraiser: Guests are encouraged to bring baked goods to sell; 100% of the bake sale proceeds will be used to purchase additional school supplies for students in need.
Why It Matters
This tradition continues Clancy’s long‑standing commitment to community service. Since opening over two decades ago, Clancy’s has become a Bradenton staple—not just for its vibrant live music, sports broadcasts, and friendly tiki‑bar atmosphere, but also for its outreach programs focused on local families and students.
Owner Dana Rothgery emphasizes, “Christmas in July is all about giving back and strengthening our vibrant Bradenton community, Clancy’s family style.”
Community Call-to-Action
- Schools, teachers, and community members are invited to recommend specific supply needs or partners for distribution.
- Local businesses and groups are encouraged to contribute items, volunteer time, or sponsor donations.
- Patrons of Clancy’s are urged to stop by anytime during July to drop off donations or contribute during the event evening.
About Clancy’s Irish Sports Pub & Grill
Located in Bradenton, Clancy’s is celebrated for its welcoming outdoor tiki bar, regular live music performances, karaoke nights, bingo, and sports viewing. The restaurant serves generous portions, like its legendary Reuben.
Clancy’s Irish Sports Pub & Grill invites you to join its mission of community support:
- Donate school supplies throughout July
- Shop or contribute at the bake sale
- Attend the festive celebration on July 24 from 6–8 PM
Help make this the biggest “Christmas in July” ever—share the vision of Giving Where We Live.
Photo from Clancy’s Irish Pub