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Swan Lake
2026-03-01 20:00 - 22:30 (America/Halifax) | MAXWELL C. KING CENTER FOR THE PERFORMING ARTS, 3865 N Wickham Rd, Melbourne, FL, 32935
Classical Arts Entertainment, State Ballet Theatre of Ukraine and your Space Coast Symphony Orchestra bring the matchless beauty of Swan Lake to the stage at The King Center. Swan Lake is a timeless masterpiece of classical ballet, featuring a moonlit lake, swan maidens, and true love. Accompanied by one of Tchaikovsky’s most famous and memorable scores, Swan Lake tells the story of Prince Siegfried’s love for Odette, a beautiful princess turned into a swan by a sorcerer’s curse. With over 200 custom scenery pieces adding grandeur and beauty, this production promises to be a spectacular visual treat. Book your tickets now and be transported into a world of enchantment, where the beauty of dance and the power of love intertwine in a truly captivating performance. Live orchestral music, elegant costumes, an unparalleled setting and aspiring talent all come together for a Swan Lake that is sure to enchant audiences of all ages with its story, beauty, and splendor.

3-2-1 Jazz Orchestra: TV Tunes Tonight 4
2026-03-04 19:00 - 2026-03-05 21:00 UTC | MELBOURNE AUDITORIUM, 625 E Hibiscus Blvd 32901, Melbourne, FL, 32901
FREE CONCERT. Kurt Schulenburg, Conductor. n its fourth season of TV Tunes Tonight, the 3-2-1 Jazz Orchestra’s “As Seen On TV” brings the soundtrack of your favorite shows to life. Don’t touch that dial – even during those commercials – or you’ll miss the ultimate channel-surfing experience — live and in living color!
Preshow: New Horizons Band of Melbourne at 6:00 PM

50's Sock Hop
2026-03-07 18:00 - 22:00 (America/Halifax) | Cocoa Beach Country Club, 5000 Tom Warriner Blvd, Cocoa Beach, FL, 32931, United States
A ticketed event and fundraiser for Cocoa Beach Main Street, 501c3. Join us for a fun night celebrating the 1950’s. Dress in your best 1950’s party clothes. There will be a lip sync and costume contest, root beer floats, dinner, and cash bar. Live entertainment throughout the night with the Let’s Dance troupe, Cocoa Beach High School Drama Club, and DJ JP will be spinning 50’s tunes! All proceeds raised go to Cocoa Beach Main Street a 501c3 organization dedicated to preserving downtown Cocoa Beach and the community.

Jazz Concert by Bassist Ron Pirtle & Friends
2026-03-08 14:00 - 16:00 (America/Halifax) | Brevard Veterans Memorial Center, 400 S Sykes Creek Pkwy, Merritt Island, FL, 32952, United States
Ron Pirtle is “one of the most sought after bassists in Brevard County”, according to Florida Today news.
He is an Ohio farm boy by heritage, a retired mail carrier, and an exceptional bass player. His music journey began at the age of 12 when his parents gave him an electric bass guitar. His brother played lead guitar, so the two boys formed a rock and roll band. Ron’s proficiency grew with the music and his bass, and soon he was much in demand by other bands. Ron traveled throughout Ohio and neighboring Pennsylvania, playing music.
He discovered blues and jazz when he worked with an older blues piano player and switched to upright acoustic bass. From there, he nurtured his talent and love for this pure American art form.
Currently, Ron works a couple of regular weekly night club gigs and takes other dates when they come available. He leads his own jazz group, the Ron Pirtle Quintet, and has recorded a CD, “Gettin’ in the Groove”, with that group. In the meantime, Ron can be heard playing his bass all over Central Florida.
General admission is paid at the door. $30 for members of the Jazz Society and Brevard Veterans Memorial Center. $35 for guests and students are FREE. Bring your own food and drinks, Tables, chairs and a beautiful view of the river are provided.

BSO Exclusively Tchaikovsky
2026-03-14 14:00 - 16:00 (America/Halifax) | KING CENTER FOR THE PERFORMING ARTS, 3865 N Wickham Rd, Melbourne, FL, 32935
Tchaikovsky not only captured the depth of human emotion in his music, but also the sense of fate we all feel. This all-Tchaikovsky concert welcomes pianist Natasha Paremski for Tchaikovsky’s dynamic and virtuosic Piano Concerto No. 1. The BSO closes the concert with Tchaikovsky’s powerful and expressive Symphony No. 4.
Matinee Performance: 2:00pm – 4:00pm, Evening Performance: 7:30pm – 9:30pm

Rock & Roll Revue: Springtime Swing Concert
2026-03-15 15:00 - 17:00 UTC | Suntree United Methodist Church, 7400 N Wickham Rd, Melbourne, 32940, United States
FREE CONCERT.
Art Martin, Conductor.
We’re gonna play all the great songs from the 50’s, 60’s, & 70’s. You know the tunes.

Rodgers & Hammerstein’s Carousel: A Concert
2026-03-21 19:00 - 21:30 (America/Halifax) | Satellite High School Performing Arts Center, 300 Scorpion Court, Satellite Beach, FL, 32937, United States
Your Space Coast Symphony Orchestra presents one of the most beloved American musicals of all time, Rodgers & Hammerstein’s Carousel. This iconic work celebrated its 80th anniversary in 2025. Featuring unforgettable songs including “If I Loved You” and “You’ll Never Walk Alone,” this timeless Broadway classic has been praised for its poignant storyline, memorable characters, and unforgettable score. Rarely heard in its original full-scale orchestration, SCSO’s concert production, with limited theatrical elements, showcases the music above all else. Set in a seaside town in Maine, Carousel follows the love story of Billy Bigelow, a handsome but troubled carousel barker, and Julie Jordan, a young mill worker. It is the enduring tale of love, redemption, and the struggle to find our place in the world.
Tickets are $35 in advance for adults, available through the orchestra website at SpaceCoastSymphony.org or at Marine Bank & Trust in Suntree. Tickets at the door are $40. Concertgoers aged 18 and under or with a college ID are admitted free to every SCSO concert. In keeping with their mission, the symphony provides a unique Symphony for Everyone ticketing program, a “pay-what-you-can” option designed to provide substantially discounted admission to any Space Coast Symphony concert.

Boots, Beer, Bourbon, & BBQ Music Fest
2026-03-28 12:00 - 22:00 (America/Halifax) | Merritt Island Veterans Memorial Amphitheater, 555 Fortenberry Rd, Merritt Island, FL, 32952, United States
The Space Coast Boots, Beer, Bourbon & BBQ event is a lively, Southern‑style celebration that blends great music, bold flavors, and a laid‑back Florida vibe.
It brings together craft beer and beer tastings, smooth bourbon tastings, and slow‑smoked barbecue, all set to a backdrop of live country music and family‑friendly fun.

BSO Tropical Rock
2026-03-28 19:30 - 21:30 (America/Halifax) | KING CENTER FOR THE PERFORMING ARTS, 3865 N Wickham Rd, Melbourne, FL, 32935
Time to celebrate the vibe, the breeze, and the legendary tropical songs of Jimmy Buffett, Bob Marley, Van Morrison, The Beach Boys, and more. Sing along to “Come Monday,” “Fins,” “Under the Boardwalk,” “Kokomo,” “Don’t Worry, Be Happy,” “It’s Five O’Clock Somewhere,” “Brown-Eyed Girl” and so many more.

Tropical Rock - Brevard Symphony Orchestra
2026-03-28 19:30 - 21:30 (America/Halifax) | KING CENTER FOR THE PERFORMING ARTS, 3865 N Wickham Rd, Melbourne, FL, 32935
Time to celebrate the vibe, the breeze, and the legendary tropical songs of Jimmy Buffet, Bob Marley, Van Morrison, The Beach Boys, and more! With professional singers backed by the Brevard SYmphony Orchestra, we will celebrate with hits like “come Monday”, “Kokomo”, “Don’t Worry, Be Happy”, “It’s Five O ‘Clock Somewhere”, and more.

MMB Concert Band: Why So Serious - A Musical Romp
2026-04-01 19:00 - 2026-04-02 21:00 (America/Halifax) | MELBOURNE AUDITORIUM, 625 E Hibiscus Blvd 32901, Melbourne, FL, 32901
Staci Rosbury, Conductor. Circus music, drummers, clapping, the Bunny Hop, Spike Jones….nothing is too zany for inclusion on this concert. Prepare yourself for a FREE CONCERT worthy of April Fools’ Day!
Preshow: Swingtime Bones at 6:00 PM

WFIT Sonic Waves Music Festival at Intracoastal Brewing Co.
2026-04-04 14:00 - 22:00 (America/Halifax) | Intracoastal Brewing Company, 652 W Eau Gallie Blvd, Melbourne, FL, 32935, United States
WFIT’s Sonic Waves Music Festival is returning to Intracoastal Brewing Company!
Enjoy live music and local brews with your favorite public radio station on Saturday, April 4th from 2-10pm.
The show is all ages and FREE. Follow along for more details coming your way!
Plus – stay connected with the latest WFIT happenings! Tune into WFIT & Keller Radio, and sign up for the WFIT Newsletter at WFIT.org
It’s free, monthly, and the best way to stay in the know about community events and local public radio.

South Beaches Concert Series
2026-04-10 18:00 - 21:00 (America/Halifax) | Nancy Higgs Park, 500 Old Florida Trail, Melbourne Beach, FL, 32951, United States
The 2026 Beachside Concert Series comes to a crescendo with Thick as Thieves making their Nancy Higgs Park debut. They’ll bring their own brand of
rock, classic southern, modern, alternative rock, and blues. A little something for everyone to dance and tap their toes to. Free concert. *Several onsite food (for purchase) trucks available to serve your dining needs.

Jazz Concert Showcase of Scholarship Winners featuring the Ron Teixeira Trio
2026-04-12 14:00 - 16:00 (America/Halifax) | Brevard Veterans Memorial Center, 400 S Sykes Creek Pkwy, Merritt Island, FL, 32952, United States
The Space Coast Jazz Society is proud to invest in the future of jazz. Through our scholarship program, we’re nurturing the next generation of jazz talent, providing them with resources to advance their education and careers. This year, we are awarding two $1,000 scholarships. Celebrate with us as our scholarship winners showcase their extraordinary talents!
Ron Teixeira and his trio will perform with our scholarship winners, giving the audience an opportunity to enjoy the winners’ skills and talent.
Ron has performed in New York City midtown hotels and many jazz venues for 20 years. He has performed with a long list of celebrated jazz musicians, including Frank Morgan, Bert Francis, Larry Coryell, Nancy Kelly, Pat Marino, Ira Sullivan and many other national and internationally recognized jazz artists.
General admission is paid at the door. $30 for members of the Jazz Society & the Veterans Memorial Center. $35 for guests. Students are free. Bring a snack & drinks if you’d like. Tables, chairs & a beautiful view of the river provided

Meredith Willson’s THE MUSIC MAN
2026-04-12 19:00 - 2026-04-13 22:00 (America/Halifax) | KING CENTER FOR THE PERFORMING ARTS, 3865 N Wickham Rd, Melbourne, FL, 32935
There’s trouble in River City when a fast-talking salesman gets his heart stolen by the town librarian. Meredith Willson’s six-time, Tony Award-winning musical comedy THE MUSIC MAN follows fast-talking traveling salesman, Harold Hill, as he cons the people of River City, Iowa, into buying instruments and uniforms for a boys’ band that he vows to organize – this, despite the fact that he doesn’t know a trombone from a treble clef. His plans to skip town with the cash are foiled when he falls for Marian, the librarian, who transforms him into a respectable citizen by curtain’s fall. Featuring songs such as “Seventy-Six Trombones,” “Trouble,” “‘Til There Was You,” “Pickalittle” and “Gary, Indiana,” THE MUSIC MAN is a family-friendly story to be shared with every generation.
Performance Schedule:
Sunday, April 12, 2026 – 7:00 p.m.
Monday, April 13, 2026 – 7:00 p.m.

BSO Season Finale: Creation
2026-04-18 19:30 - 21:30 (America/Halifax) | KING CENTER FOR THE PERFORMING ARTS, 3865 N Wickham Rd, Melbourne, FL, 32935
The Brevard Symphony Orchestra closes our 72nd Season with Dan Forrest’s uplifting and cinematic Creation. Joined by the Brevard Community Chorus and other area singers, this oratorio celebrates not only the creation but continued existence of light and positivity in our world.
Please note that there will be no intermission due to the piece’s 68-minute run time.

3-2-1 Jazz Orchestra: Hometown Composers
2026-05-13 19:00 - 2026-05-14 21:00 (America/Halifax) | MELBOURNE AUDITORIUM, 625 E Hibiscus Blvd 32901, Melbourne, FL, 32901
FREE CONCERT. Kurt Schulenburg, Conductor

Jazz Concert by the Eastern Florida State College Jazz Band
2026-05-17 14:00 - 16:00 (America/Halifax) | Brevard Veterans Memorial Center, 400 S Sykes Creek Pkwy, Merritt Island, FL, 32952, United States
The Eastern Florida State College Jazz Band will bring energy & inspiration with a lively program showcasing the strong musicianship of the college’s jazz students.
Under the guidance of Jon Oxford, Director of Instrumental Music and seasoned educators, the ensemble performs a mix of classic and contemporary jazz styles, giving audiences a chance to hear developing artists as they sharpen their craft. This concert offers a spirited display of talent and teamwork, reflecting the college’s commitment to jazz education.
General admission is paid at the door. $30 for members of the Jazz Society & Brevard Veterans Memorial Center. $35 for guests & students are FREE. Bring a snack & drink if you’d like. Tables, chairs & a beautiful view of the river are provided.

BEETLEJUICE
2026-05-24 19:30 - 22:30 (America/Halifax) | KING CENTER FOR THE PERFORMING ARTS, 3865 N Wickham Rd, Melbourne, FL, 32935
He earned his stripes on Broadway… now the ghost-with-the-most is coming to Melbourne.
It’s showtime! Based on Tim Burton’s dearly beloved film, this hilarious musical tells the story of Lydia Deetz, a strange and unusual teenager whose whole life changes when she meets a recently deceased couple and a demon with a thing for stripes. With an irreverent book, an astonishing set, and a score that’s out of this Netherworld, BEETLEJUICE is “SCREAMINGLY GOOD FUN!” (Variety). And under its uproarious surface (six feet under, to be exact), it’s a remarkably touching show about family, love, and making the most of every Day-O!

Wickham Park First Friday Event
2026-06-05 17:30 - 21:00 (America/Halifax) | WICKHAM PARK, WICKHAM PARK 2500 Parkway Dr, Melbourne, FL, 32935
Join Brevard Parks and Recreation for this rain or shine event, with live music provided by Joules Rio Band! While jamming to the music, enjoy local on-site food trucks such as:
– Nunzi’s Wood Fired Cuisine
– Notorious PIG
– Paula’s Jamican Cuisine
– Big Backs
– Taco Maniacs
– Paris Creperie
– Strong Island Ice Cream
– Space Coast Sips

MMB Concert Band: Songs for America-250 Years
2026-06-24 19:00 - 2026-06-25 21:00 (America/Halifax) | MELBOURNE AUDITORIUM, 625 E Hibiscus Blvd 32901, Melbourne, FL, 32901
Staci Rosbury, Conductor. FREE CONCERT. As our country celebrates the 250th anniversary of the signing of the Declaration of Independence, join us for stirring music like America The Beautiful, music from Stephen Foster, American jazz, and great songs from Irving Berlin. This is a FREE CONCERT.

July 4th Symphony Under the Stars
2026-07-04 20:00 - 22:00 UTC | Cocoa Riverfront Park, 401 Riveredge Blvd., Cocoa, FL, 32922, United States
Join your Brevard Symphony Orchestra this July 4th for our FREE annual Symphony Under the Stars concert at Cocoa Riverfront Park. Be sure to bring a chair or blanket as you enjoy a free concert filled with patriotic favorites. The concert starts at 8:00 p.m., with fireworks starting at 9:15 p.m. Food trucks and local restaurants will be open and available before the concert.
Our emcee again this year is Mindy from Mindy & Company on Lite Rock 99.3!
Join us at our VIP BBQ before the concert! Your VIP ticket includes reserved parking right across the street, a BBQ dinner inside the Cocoa Civic center, and reserved concert seating right in front of the stage! Dinner will be served at 6:30 PM. VIP tickets start at $65 for season subscribers and $80 for non-subscribers. We would love to see you there!

3-2-1 Jazz Orchestra Concert: Rhythm and Wit
2026-07-15 19:00 - 2026-07-16 21:00 (America/Halifax) | MELBOURNE AUDITORIUM, 625 E Hibiscus Blvd 32901, Melbourne, FL, 32901
FREE CONCERT. Kurt Schulenburg, Conductor. Get ready for a playful night of toe-tapping swing, sly sambas, and grooves with a grin as the 3-2-1 Jazz Orchestra brings you Rhythm & Wit! From flirty vocals to funky rhythms and big band banter, this show is all about the joy of jazz with a sense of humor.

The Rise of The Pyrate Republic
2026-10-03 11:00 - 21:00 (America/Halifax) | Barefoot Bay Recreation District, 625 Barefoot Blvd, Sebastian, FL, 32976, United States
For the first time ever, the legendary Pyrate Republic is open to the public — and it’s takin’ over beautiful Barefoot Bay for a full day of high-seas adventure!
Set against a breathtaking lakefront backdrop, this spectacular celebration unfolds poolside at a stunning Polynesian-style resort, overlooking the water. Sunshine, swaying palms, rolling waves of music, flowing rum, and nonstop action await ye from morning ‘til night!
Prepare for a Full Day of Swashbuckling Fun:

Live music all day long to keep the deck rockin’
A thrilling Pirate Invasion you won’t see comin’
A Treasure Hunt fit for the boldest buccaneers
A fiery Pirate Dance Troupe
A Best-Dressed Pirate Contest (Dress to impress… or to plunder!) A legendary crowning of the Pyrate King and Queen
Mouthwatering food & spirits — and yes… LOTS OF RUM!

Headlining the Lake Stage | 5 PM – 9 PM
The waters will thunder when Joe Calautti’s band Juiced storms the stage as The Flying Cannonballs! Expect high-energy, crowd-rockin’ pirate anthems as the sun sets over the lake.
Buccaneer Bazaar | 11 AM – 6 PM
Explore a treasure trove of merchants, craftsmen, and artisans offering one-of-a-kind finds worthy of any captain’s quarters.
This isn’t just an event — it’s an all-day pirate spectacle filled with adventure, music, mischief, and memories in the makin’.
So grab your crew, lace up your boots, hoist the sails, and chart your course for the most exciting pirate party of the year!
Adventure Awaits at the Pyrate Rendezvous!

Heart Behind the Hits - A HIT Songwriter Experience
2026-10-16 18:00 - 2026-10-18 19:00 (America/Halifax) | DOWNTOWN COCOA BEACH, 20 N. Brevard Avenue, Cocoa Beach, FL, 32931
A weekend of Nashville Songwriters singing their hit songs. Kicking off the weekend with Friday Fest, October 16th from 6:00-10:00pm downtown Cocoa Beach closes Minutemen Cswy with the streets lined with unique vendors, food trucks and beer tents. Nashville songwriters on the stage located at city hall. More information and a schedule of artists and venues coming soon. The weekend’s events are free and everyone is welcomed!
