Flutter Fest - Brevard Zoo
2026-01-18 10:00 - 15:00 (America/Halifax) | BREVARD ZOO, 8225 N. Wickham Rd, Melbourne, FL, 32935, United States
Celebrate our native pollinators at Flutter Fest! Enjoy guided horticulture tours of the Zoo, learn native plant identification, experience hands-on pollinator activities and more.
Activities included with Zoo admission.

27th Annual Space Coast Birding & Wildlife Festival
2026-01-21 12:00 - 2026-01-24 18:00 UTC | RADISSON RESORT AT THE PORT, 8701 Astronaut Blvd, Cape Canaveral, FL, 32920
The Space Coast Birding & Wildlife Festival returns this January to celebrate its 27th year. Join fellow thousand birders, photographers, naturalists, and nature-curious travelers on Florida’s Space Coast and immerse yourself in the region’s extraordinary habitats, iconic wildlife, and thriving conservation community.
What began as a grassroots effort to showcase the unparalleled biodiversity of the Space Coast has grown into a premier national event known for its world-class field trips, expert-led workshops, inspiring keynote presentations, and dynamic exhibit halls filled with optics brands, tour companies, conservation groups, and nature-focused organizations.
EXPO HALLS ARE FREE AND OPEN TO THE PUBLIC WEDNESDAY TO FRIDAY FROM 12PM-6PM AND SATURDAY FROM 10AM-6PM.

Merritt Island Pioneer Day
2026-02-07 10:00 - 16:00 UTC | Sams House at Pine Island, 6195 N Tropical Trail, Merritt Island, FL, 32953, United States
Celebrating the history of Merritt Island on “Pioneer Day” is an annual event that has an exciting appeal for history, art, music, and nature lovers, and children of all ages from 1 to 100.
The February 7th event is a partnership between Sams House at Pine Island and St. Luke’s Episcopal Church located on a sleepy little stretch of North Tropical Trail on North Merritt Island.
From 10:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. the Sams House and St. Luke’s will host a wide variety of activities, most of which are free.

Adult Night Hike: Night Life
2026-02-21 18:30 - 20:30 (America/Halifax) | BREVARD ZOO, 8225 N. Wickham Rd, Melbourne, FL, 32935, United States
Night Life – February 21
What really happens when the sun goes down at the Zoo? Join us to take a closer look at how animals spend their nighttime hours—whether they’re curling up to sleep or just waking up. From bedtime routines to nighttime behaviors, experience the unseen side of the Zoo after hours
Price: $23 member $28 non member
Time: 6:30pm – 8:30:pm
Meeting Point: Education Gate # 6 to the right of main zoo entrance.
All participants must be ages 18+
Our programs are designed to be active and hands-on with most activities taking place outside. We recommend dressing to be comfortable outside in the weather conditions and ask that all participants bring a water bottle. Close-toed shoes are required.
Contact E-mail – edregistrar@brevardzoo.org
Cost – $23.00 – $28.00 per Participant

Night Hike: Field Researcher
2026-02-28 17:00 - 19:30 (America/Halifax) | BREVARD ZOO, 8225 N. Wickham Rd, Melbourne, FL, 32935, United States
When the sun sets, the animal world comes alive in new ways. Join us to discover how scientists study life after dark on this guided, after-hours Zoo adventure. Using real field research tools, we’ll explore how animals behave once the rest of the world goes to sleep.
Please note that only guests who have preregistered may participate in the event.
All participants must be at least age 5.
All minors must be accompanied by a paying adult.
Time: 5:00pm – 7:30pm
Age: 5
Price for Adult & Children: Nonmembers $25 Members: $20

Zoo Careers - Adult Program
2026-03-14 10:00 - 12:00 (America/Halifax) | BREVARD ZOO, 8225 N. Wickham Rd, Melbourne, FL, 32935, United States
Ever wonder what it takes to work at a Zoo? Come behind-the-scenes, experience some of our most hands-on Zoo jobs and meet the teams that form the backbone of the Zoo’s daily operations. Be prepared to get your hands dirty!
Price: $23 member $28 non member
Time: 10:00am – 12:00:pm
Meeting Point: Education Gate # 6 to the right of main zoo entrance.
All participants must be ages 18
Our programs are designed to be active and hands-on with most activities taking place outside. We recommend dressing to be comfortable outside in the weather conditions and ask that all participants bring a water bottle. Close-toed shoes are required.

Adult Night Hike : Nocturnal Senses
2026-03-21 18:30 - 20:30 (America/Halifax) | BREVARD ZOO, 8225 N. Wickham Rd, Melbourne, FL, 32935, United States
Nocturnal Senses – March 21
Discover how animals thrive in the dark during this illuminating after-hours adventure! From echolocation to night vision and powerful scent tracking, explore the extraordinary senses that help nocturnal creatures navigate—and dominate—the nighttime world.
Price: $23 member $28 non member
Time: 6:30pm – 8:30:pm
Meeting Point: Education Gate # 6 to the right of main zoo entrance.
All participants must be ages 18+
Our programs are designed to be active and hands-on with most activities taking place outside. We recommend dressing to be comfortable outside in the weather conditions and ask that all participants bring a water bottle. Close-toed shoes are required.
Contact E-mail – edregistrar@brevardzoo.org
Cost – $23.00 – $28.00 per Participant
