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Explore Florida's Space Coast

Feel the rush of a rocket launch, the thrill of catching a wave, and the joy of exploring natural and wild spaces – all only a 45-minute drive from Orlando.

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Explore the Space Center

Florida’s Space Coast is the United State’s Gateway to the stars. Learn more about the past, present and future of space exploration, and check the launch schedule to see a rocket liftoff right before your eyes!

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You won’t want to miss out on all the holly, jolly festivities this year!

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With more than 72 miles of coastline and distinct cities and beaches along the way, Florida’s Space Coast offers a vacation for every type of traveler, and lodging to suit every style.

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Experience a rocket launch, embark on the cruise of a lifetime, relax on the beach and so much more. Crossing adventures off your bucket list is easy as 3…2…1…

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A model space shuttle outside the American Space Museum & Space Walk of Fame

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American Space Museum & Space Walk of Fame

Home to amazing space artifacts that you’re likely not going to find anywhere else, the American Space Museum & Walk of Fame houses artifacts donated by individuals, astronauts and space workers. How does this place differ from Kennedy Space Center? Well, to start, if you don’t have a full day...

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Kids learning how to surf with the School of Surf

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School of Surf

School of Surf is based in downtown Cocoa Beach and is run by professional, CPR certified instructors and surfers. All lessons introduce fundamentals of surfing and ocean safety. All ages and skill levels are welcome. Lessons include private, semi-private, and friend and family groups of 3 or more. School of...

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Gambling on the Victory Casino Cruise out of Port Canaveral

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Victory Casino Cruises

Enjoy a day or night out on the water with Victory Casino Cruises where you can play Las Vegas-style gaming while dining in the Atlantic Cafe and partying in the high-energy Big Norm’s Club V. Leaving from Port Canaveral twice daily, 5 days a week, the daytime cruise leaves at...

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Enchanted Forest

The Enchanted Forest is part of Brevard County’s EEL Program and is home to a 470-acre forest. Located in Titusville, the Enchanted Forest offers miles of hiking trails, wildlife observation, nature photography and an indoor educational center for children that includes interactive exhibits. Weekly nature activities are available. Check their...

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Sebastian Inlet State Park Shallow Water

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Sebastian Inlet State Park

Sebastian Inlet State Park is a premier saltwater fishing spot featuring three miles of beautiful beaches popular not only for fishing, scuba diving, snorkeling, but for world-class surfing as well. Coming by boat? No problem, the park service just opened a marina The McLarty Museum and the Sebastian Inlet Fishing Museum in the park...

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person relaxes on hammock aboard the "Liki Tiki"

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Tiki Cruises

Tiki Cruises offers private, captained boat tours and one day cruises for up to six people in the beautiful waters of the Cocoa Beach – Merritt Island area. Activities include dolphin /manatee/nature watching, music, dancing, grilling, BYOB, frozen drinks, swimming, games, and relaxing in a double hammock. The “Liki Tiki”...

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Valiant Air Command Warbird Museum Plane

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Valiant Air Command Warbird Museum

At the Valiant Air Command Warbird Museum maintains and restores all types of aircraft indigenous to the world’s military forces, from pre-WWI to the present. See these aircrafts on display in two hangars, and if you’re lucky, you may see the team in action restoring a plane. History buffs will...

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Cocoa Beach Cookie Crawl & Tree Lighting

November 26, 2025
Time start: 5:00 PM

Starting at Juice-n-Java Cafe, 75 N. Orlando Ave, Cocoa Beach. You will receive a map of participating businesses and a bag for extra cookies. End the evening at Coconuts by the Beach, 2 Minutemen Cswy for Christmas Carols and Christmas Tree Lighting. Event is free and everyone is invited.

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5Ks/Marathons

Wild Turkey Trot 3k

November 27, 2025
Time start: 7:30 AM

Join Brevard Zoo for our inaugural Wild Turkey Trot 3k in partnership with Smooth Running! This family-friendly event is a great way to kick off your Thanksgiving day! Runners and walkers of all ages will traverse a course through the Zoo passing animals, their habitats and native plants along the...

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Cultural Events

Open Cockpit Day

November 29, 2025
Time start: 9:00 AM

Our knowledgeable docents will walk you thru the rich history, fascinating stories, and unique features of each aircraft giving you a firsthand glimpse into the lives of the pilots who flew them.

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Cocoa Village Sip & Shop: Small Business Saturday

Race to Reclaim History

Brevard Symphony Orchestra Sounds of the Season

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