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!

MTI Country Fest
2026-10-17 13:00 - 2026-10-18 18:00 UTC | Merritt Island Amphitheatre, 400 S Sykes Creek Pkwy, Merritt Island, 32952, United States
The Viera Country Fest is an annual outdoor music festival in the Space Coast/Melbourne, Florida area that features local and regional country musicians. The event includes 6 bands food trucks, a large vendor area, full-beverage concession stands, and a premium VIP pavilion.The festival, coordinated by MTI Concerts, is designed to bring country music to Brevard County.

Jazzoo
2026-11-07 19:00 - 23:00 UTC | BREVARD ZOO, 8225 N. Wickham Rd, Melbourne, FL, 32935, United States
Get ready for our annual music and food extravaganza, where every moment is a celebration!
Music Galore: Enjoy an eclectic mix of genres across 7 stages, ensuring there’s something for every musical taste.
Culinary Delights: Savor a wide variety of cuisines from 30 local restaurants, caterers, and food trucks, all served with sustainable serviceware.
Unlimited Drinks: Relish the full open bars, serving up your favorite beverages all night.
Dance and Play: Strike a pose at the photo booths, challenge your friends to yard games, and groove all night long!

Jazz Concert by the Jon Oxford Trio
2026-11-08 14:00 - 16:00 UTC | Brevard Veterans Memorial Center, 400 S Sykes Creek Pkwy, Merritt Island, FL, 32952, United States
Jon Oxford brings over two decades of diverse musical experience to his roles as an educator and performer. He holds a Master of Music in Jazz Performance & Composition from the University of South Florida and a Bachelor of Music in Jazz Performance and Composition from the University of Central Florida, complemented by an Associate in Arts from Eastern Florida State College and an Associate of Applied Science in Recording Arts from Full Sail University.
He is currently serving as the Director of Instrumental Activity at Eastern Florida State College overseeing multiple ensembles, including the Concert Band, Jazz Band, Chamber Orchestra, and Community Orchestra. Previously, Jon taught as an Instructor of Jazz at Stetson University, where he was transformational to the Jazz Ensemble, as well as developed and taught courses in Jazz History, Jazz Theory, and Advanced Conducting.
Jon’s teaching experience is complemented by a rich background in performance. As a freelance guitarist, he has performed with a wide array of ensembles and artists, from jazz legends like Sam Rivers’ Rejuvenation.
Jon Oxford is also a published author, with works including “The Organized Guitarist” and “Rhythmic Elements of the Jazz Language”. He remains dedicated to advancing music scholarship, education, and performance.
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 (the venue does not allow us to sell food or drinks). Tables, chairs & a beautiful view of the river provided.

Jazz Concert featuring Vocalist Maddy Winer
2026-12-13 14:00 - 16:00 (America/Halifax) | Brevard Veterans Memorial Center, 400 S Sykes Creek Pkwy, Merritt Island, FL, 32952, United States
We’re celebrating the holidays with the joyful voice of Maddy Winer and a complimentary glass of wine!
Born in New York City, Maddy has attributed her success for the love of the American Songbook & jazz standards. She has performed with the host of the NPR Peabody award-winning series “American Popular Song”. throughout the United States. She also toured as the headliner in the stage show “North Carolina Is My Home” starring Charles Kuralt.
She has headlined concerts at Lincoln Center in New York City. the Fontainebleau Hotel in Miami Beach, the Saint Louis Symphony, Saint Lawrence Centre For The Arts in Toronto and countless venues in between. Maddy’s opening act performances include Dave Brubeck, Lou Rawls, David Sanborn, Joe Sample & The Crusaders, George Shearing, Al Jarreau, Ellis Marsalis, John Pizzarelli, Diane Schuur and more.
General admission is paid at the door: $30 for members of the Jazz Society and the Veterans Memorial Center. $35 for guests. Students are free. Enjoy a COMPLIMENTARY GLASS OF WINE, bring snacks and drinks if you’d like, adult beverages ok (the venue does not allow us to sell food or drinks).
