Moonlight Stroll at Erna Nixon
2026-02-21 18:00 - 22:00 (America/Halifax) | Erna Nixon Park, 1200 Evans Rd, Melbourne, FL, 32904, United States
Join the Brevard Parks and Recreation Department for this special nighttime event from 6:00 PM to 10:00 PM on Saturday, Feb. 21!
View the night sky through telescopes provided by the Brevard Astronomical Society, listen to live music on the boardwalk, and enjoy food trucks as well as local vendors at the pavilion.
Cost: $5/person. All parking will be at Melbourne Square Mall with shuttles transporting guests to the park.

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

Brevard Library Con
2026-03-01 11:00 - 16:00 (America/Halifax) | MELBOURNE AUDITORIUM, 625 E Hibiscus Blvd 32901, Melbourne, FL, 32901
Brevard Library Con is a celebration of pop culture, literacy, science, art, comics, anime, and all things fandom! We will have hands-on activities, local vendors and guests, games, panels, a cosplay contest and more. We can’t wait to see you there!

Cocoa Village Art Walk
2026-03-06 12:00 - 20:00 (America/Halifax) | COCOA VILLAGE, 401 Riveredge Blvd, Cocoa, FL, 32922
Stroll through Cocoa Village and visit the art galleries, boutiques, and specialty shops March 6 from 12-8pm. Participating businesses will provide snacks and beverages. The Village Art Gallery will have live music by “Little Sister” from 6-8pm along with Artist meet and greet. The Village Art Gallery will donate 5% of sales on this day to the Brevard Library Ukulele Lending Program. The Parrish Grove Inn will also have an Artist meet and greet and wine and beer available for purchase. Enjoy the laid-back feeling of the Village. Flyer is attached. See any participating business for a map of other businesses. Contact The Village Art Gallery for additional information.

City of Palm Bay's Multicultural Festival
2026-03-06 17:00 - 2026-03-07 15:00 UTC | Fred Poppe Regional Park, 1951 Malabar Rd NW, Palm Bay, FL, 32907, United States
Join us at Fred Poppe Regional Park for the Fifth Annual Palm Bay Multicultural Festival, presented by the City of Palm Bay. This free community event celebrates global cultures through music, dance, food, art, and hands-on activities from around the world.
Enjoy live entertainment, a fun-filled Kids’ Zone, delicious food trucks, and unique local vendors.
New this year, experience our inaugural Art Show in collaboration with the Brevard Cultural Alliance, on display at the Ted Whitlock Community Center Gym in celebration of America’s 250th Anniversary. The Art Show opens Friday, March 6, from 5–8 p.m., and continues during the festival on Saturday, March 7, from 11 a.m.–3 p.m. Celebrate culture, creativity, and community with family and friends!

Illumi-Nature at Brevard Zoo
2026-03-13 19:00 - 2026-05-25 22:00 (America/Halifax) | BREVARD ZOO, 8225 N. Wickham Rd, Melbourne, FL, 32935, United States
Select Nights, Extended to May 25 | 7 – 10 PM
This event will be held select nights, March 13 – May 25 from 7–10 p.m. Please visit our website to learn more.
This spring the Zoo will transform into a night-time wonderland of glimmering lights from more than 1,000 illuminated whimsical displays of animals, flowers, mythical creatures and more. Guests will be immersed in the glow as they stroll through parts of the Zoo including a glowing garden experience on a behind-the-scenes path located off our Wild Florida boardwalk. With sparkling foliage and larger-than-life scenes guiding your path, there’s no telling what surprises are waiting around each corner!
Enhance your experience with themed food, cocktail and mocktail specials, exclusive merch and more. Best of all, your ticket and add-on purchases directly support global conservation and wildlife protection efforts. This event is powered by LuminoCity.

Space Coast Hot Air Balloon Festival
2026-03-20 17:00 - 2026-03-21 23:00 (America/Halifax) | SPACE COAST DAILY PARK, 5775 Stadium Parkway, Melbourne, FL, 32940
SPACE COAST — GET READY! This is a BUCKET LIST weekend you don’t want to miss!
March 20–21, 2026
Gates open at 5:00 PM
What’s in store: Colorful Hot Air Balloons, Ride in a REAL tethered Hot Air Balloon!! Only $35!
Live DJs & music all night, Food trucks, vendors & festival favorites, Shopping, family fun & Kids Zone activities, Nightly Grand Finale (9PM) Hot Air Balloon Glow + Laser Show, Music-synced visuals, Coordinated balloon burns, Crowd countdowns, Bring chairs & blankets and make it your perfect night under the stars.
Tickets are LIMITED — this WILL sell out!

Spring Carnival and Market at Micco Park
2026-03-21 09:00 - 14:00 (America/Halifax) | Micco Park, 9655 Riverview Dr, Micco, FL, 32976, United States
Join South Mainland Community Center for our FREE Spring Carnival & Vendor Market!
Bring the whole family to Micco Park for a day packed with fun, food, and shopping. Enjoy a lively craft fair, food vendors, inflatables, games, and hands-on crafts for kids.
Don’t miss our Egg Hunt beginning at noon, featuring over 1,500 eggs! Shop till you drop at our Vendor Market and make lasting memories with friends and family.
For more information, please call the South Mainland Community Center at (772) 663-8748.

Manatee Education Day
2026-03-21 10:00 - 14:00 (America/Halifax) | Merritt Island National Wildlife Refuge Visitor Center, 1987 Scrub Jay Way, Titusville, FL, 32782, United States
Manatee Education Day brings you up close to the biology and fun facts about the gentle residents of our coastal waters. Learn how manatees depend on healthy seagrass, clean waterways, and protected spaces including the Merritt Island National Wildlife Refuge.
During this event, you’ll engage in hands-on learning, dive into manatee trivia and interactive challenges, and discover practical ways to steward local wildlife.
Meet the Manatee Up Close (Scientifically Speaking!)
Discover what makes manatees true marine mammals through bite-sized biology, surprising fun facts, and kid-friendly explanations that don’t shy away from real science.
Hands-On Science Artifacts
Examine a real manatee skull alongside detailed scientific illustration panels and life-size interpretive displays to explore anatomy, adaptations, and how structure supports a slow-moving, plant-powered lifestyle. A rare chance to experience the science that usually stays behind the scenes.
Wild Manatee Watch
Step onto our manatee observation deck for a chance to spot manatees in their natural habitat. Nature writes the schedule, so sightings aren’t guaranteed, but the experience is always is memorable.
Visit each education station to complete your learning journey and earn a special manatee-themed giveaway as a thank-you for diving in!

Poocharella 2026
2026-03-21 10:00 - 15:00 UTC | WICKHAM PARK, WICKHAM PARK 2500 Parkway Dr, Melbourne, FL, 32935
We have our 5th annual Poocharella event on March 21, 2026 from 10-3 pm at Wickham Park. We anticipate 1,500+ visitors to the event. There will be musical entertainment (2+ bands), over 80 vendors, silent auction, raffle baskets, Wheel of Fur-tune, Swift Paw Lure Course, Best in Rescue dog contest (Sheriff Wayne Ivey, Super Dave from the Beach 98.5 and Megan Wolfgram from Swift Paws judging), food trucks and much more. We also invite non profits (human and animal rescues) to join in and to share their resources with the community. All the money raised during this day long event goes towards the care of the senior and special needs dogs (ex: vetting, food, medication, bedding supplies, toys, everything the dog needs) of Touch of Grey Rescue.

THE AVENUE VIERA PRESENTS SPRING INTO FUN: A WEEK OF FAMILY-FRIENDLY ACTIVITIES
2026-03-23 - 2026-03-27 | THE AVENUE VIERA, 2261 Town Center Ave, Melbourne, FL, 32940
The Avenue Viera presents a week of exciting Spring Break programming for little ones, guaranteed to be fun for the whole family! Join The Avenue Viera for a lively lineup of outdoor activities, music, crafts, games and more.
Guests are invited to enjoy the following activities:
● Make a Splash – A DJ dance party featuring games and playtime at the splash pad!
● Sur La Table Kids 5-Day Spring Series: Chef 101 – A hands-on cooking series where young chefs can learn kitchen basics and create delicious dishes!
● Let’s Paint It – Get creative with Let’s Plant It! Paint your very own flower pot, pick out a plant and take it home to watch it grow.
● Friendship Bracelets with Kendra Scott – Celebrate friendship in style with a special experience at the Kendra Scott color bar!
● Books-A-Million Storytime – Enjoy a magical morning of storytelling filled with classic tales and beloved characters!

THE AVENUE VIERA PRESENTS A SPRING CELEBRATION: BUNNY HOP!
2026-03-28 12:00 - 15:00 (America/Halifax) | THE AVENUE VIERA, 2261 Town Center Ave, Melbourne, FL, 32940
A spring celebration for the entire family to enjoy at The Avenue Viera!
Guests are invited to enjoy an afternoon with everyone’s favorite cotton-tailed friend. Whether it’s your little one’s first Easter bunny visit or a cherished annual tradition, join us at The Avenue Viera for a spring celebration and picture-perfect moments for the whole family!

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.

Eggs over Eau Gallie
2026-03-29 16:00 - 19:00 (America/Halifax) | Calvary Chapel Eau Gallie, 1591 Highland Ave, Melbourne, FL, 32935, United States
The event features an Easter Egg Hunt in EGAD with more than 6000 eggs filled with candy, stickers, and prize tickets for items such as skateboards and boogie boards! Three age-based egg hunts begin around 4:30 PM, and a special surprise is planned for all participants. Families are encouraged to arrive early to register and bring an egg basket for each child.
In addition to the egg hunt, families can enjoy hotdogs, bounce houses, face painting, and other activities throughout the afternoon. Children who bring a skateboard, scooter, or bicycle can use The Hub pump track and halfpipe. A separate onsite waiver is required for these activities and helmets must be worn.
The event is free. Each attendee is asked to register and complete the waiver online.

Kennedy Under the Stars: Yuri's Night Edition
2026-04-03 18:00 - 22:00 (America/Halifax) | Kennedy Space Center Visitor Complex, Space Commerce Way, Merritt Island, FL, 32953, United States
Step into a global celebration of space, unity, and human possibilities as Kennedy Under the Stars joins with Yuri’s Night to host their official East Coast flagship event. This year, the worldwide organization honors the first human in space and the launch of the first Space Shuttle, both with anniversaries on April 12.
For one unforgettable night, the visitor complex transforms into an illuminated, after‑hours experience where space enthusiasts and explorers of all ages gather to enjoy visitor complex attractions after hours, meet veteran astronauts, hear from special guests, and have some fun on the dance floor.
Yuri’s Night parties happen around the world—but only here can you celebrate at America’s premier spaceport.
Tickets for Kennedy Under the Stars: Yuri’s Night Edition will be on sale soon!

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.

14th Annual East Coast Dog Surfing Festival
2026-04-05 09:00 - 16:00 UTC | Lori Wilson Park, 1500 N Atlantic Ave, Cocoa Beach, FL, 32931, United States
Get ready for Brevard County’s most “paw-some” beach tradition! The Brevard Humane Society (BHS) is proud to present the 14th Annual East Coast Dog Surfing Festival, sponsored by Ron Jon Surf Shop. This premier coastal celebration returns to Lori Wilson Park (1500 N. Atlantic Ave, Cocoa Beach) on Easter Sunday, April 5, 2026, from 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.
The festival offers a unique opportunity for families and their four-legged friends to enjoy a day of sun, surf, and community impact. While Cocoa Beach typically restricts dogs on the sand, this event provides special beach access for participating pups for a small $5 donation (proof of vaccinations required).

Food Truck Days at Nancy Higgs
2026-04-09 13:00 - 18:00 (America/Halifax) | Nancy Higgs Park, 500 Old Florida Trail, Melbourne Beach, FL, 32951, United States
Calling all foodies! Come enjoy delicious eats from some of the area’s best food trucks. Skip cooking lunch or dinner and treat yourself to wood-fired pizza, BBQ, tacos, ice cream, and more!
There will be three dates this spring season to enjoy the beautiful Florida weather and try some amazing food from local food trucks! Bring a friend!
Food trucks vary per date. April 9 food trucks are:
– Rollin’ J Food Truck
– Nunzi’s Woodfired Cuisine
– Palmas Blancas
– IRS Smokehouse
– Better Call Dogs
– Pinch of Rodrriquez
– Strong Island Ice Cream
For any questions, please contact the Nancy Higgs Community Center at (321) 952-3210.

Downtown Melbourne Botanical Fest
2026-04-11 08:00 - 16:00 (America/Halifax) | 1900 Building, 1900 S. Harbor City Blvd, Melbourne, FL, 32901, United States
Step into spring at the 2026 Downtown Melbourne Botanical Fest April 11th, 2026, a vibrant celebration of nature’s beauty! Bursting with color and fragrance, as you browse over 60 unique vendors showcasing the wonders of botanical diversity.
This free, family-friendly event is the perfect way to welcome the season. Enjoy local art, shop downtown for distinctive treasures, and indulge in delicious cuisine—all while soaking in the fresh, lively spirit of spring.

Space Coast Strawberry Festival
2026-04-11 10:00 - 2026-04-12 18:00 UTC | SPACE COAST DAILY PARK, 5775 Stadium Parkway, Melbourne, FL, 32940
The Space Coast Strawberry Festival is a two-day, outdoor, family festival, designed to create an environment for people to enjoy affordable, healthy and wholesome fun. A wide range of enjoyable activities will be offered, all celebrating the wonderful strawberry.
Hours: Saturday and Sunday, April 11-12, 2026: 10 am – 6 pm:
Adults: $7 per person, per day. Includes all day access from open to close. Need to leave the park? No problem, simply show your armband for re-entry.
All tickets are available at the gates for cash. ATM’s available. Credit cards not accepted for gate admission.
Children under the age of 2 receive FREE admission. So many ways to celebrate the strawberry! Come join us for arts and crafts, food, drink, live music and more much more.

Sensory Earth Day
2026-04-11 17:00 - 19:30 (America/Halifax) | BREVARD ZOO, 8225 N. Wickham Rd, Melbourne, FL, 32935, United States
Exceptional Earth Day is a special event for anyone with exceptionalities and their families to enjoy a sensory-friendly atmosphere while participating in Earth Day themed games, sensory exploration, crafts and more. Registration required for timed entry at either 5 PM, 5:30 PM or 6 PM.

Melbourne Toy and Comic Con
2026-04-12 10:00 - 17:00 (America/Halifax) | MELBOURNE AUDITORIUM, 625 E Hibiscus Blvd 32901, Melbourne, FL, 32901
Join Melbourne Toy and Comic Con on Sunday, April 12th, 2026 from 10 AM to 5 PM for our spring toy and comic con! Tickets are $10, parking is FREE and kids 10 and under are free! Tickets are purchased at the door day of event!
Guests include:
James Pax – Lightning in Big Trouble in Little China
Donald Li- Eddie in Big Trouble in Little China
Jon Bailey – “EpicVoiceGuy” and Jeff the Landshark in Marvel Rivals and Soundwave in Transformers One
Omar Francia- comic artist who has worked on Star Wars, Batman, TMNT, and Mass Effect
José Marzán Jr. – comic artist who has worked on Y: The Last Man, Action Comics, Flash, and Star Wars
There will be over 60 vendors with toys, comics, collectibles, art, and more! Plus celebrity guests, a costume contest, panels, trivia, and more!
Please like and follow both the event and the main page to get updates!
You can buy $10 tickets at the door by cash or credit card.

Cocoa Village Annual Book Fest
2026-04-18 10:00 - 15:00 (America/Halifax) | HISTORIC COCOA VILLAGE, HISTORIC COCOA VILLAGE 9 Stone St, Cocoa, FL, 32922
Join us for the 5th Annual Cocoa Village Book Fest: a literary celebration promoting local authors and their writing!
Presented by Historic Cocoa Village Main Street with hello again books.
Special events include:
– Author Fest: Connect with the 50+ authors in Myrt Tharpe Square and Cocoa Riverfront Park. Authors will be selling their books, signing copies, and sharing details about their stories and writing process. Each author will gift a limited- edition Book Fest tote to their first few customers!
– Author Spotlight in Local Businesses: Follow the map to participating local businesses and immerse yourself in book readings, secure signed copies of your favorite books, and engage in meaningful conversations with talented writers throughout the day.
– Story Walk: Embark on an enchanting journey with your family on the walk-and-read adventure of a children’s book. Explore the Village as pages of the book come to life at locations where guest authors reside. The path, marked by vibrant chalk art, leads you through a storytelling experience! Meet the Story Walk author at hello again books and get a copy of this special book to take home.
Pick up a map at the info tent at Myrt Tharpe Square!

Earth Day Festival
2026-04-18 10:00 - 15:00 (America/Halifax) | Enchanted Forest Sanctuary, 444 Columbia Blvd, Titusville, FL, 32780, United States
The Enchanted Forest is hosting our annual Earth Day Festival. It will feature crafts, vendors, food trucks, guest speakers and local exhibitors that will be sharing their information on the ways Brevard County residents can be more environmentally focused.
This family friendly event is free to the public. For more information, please call the Enchanted Forest Sanctuary at (321) 264-5185.

Party for the Planet
2026-04-25 10:00 - 15:00 (America/Halifax) | BREVARD ZOO, 8225 N. Wickham Rd, Melbourne, FL, 32935, United States
Join the largest coordinated Earth Day celebration in the world! Party for the Planet, the annual event led by the Association of Zoos and Aquariums (AZA), highlights how accredited zoos and aquariums support wildlife conservation. Celebrate with us as we showcase our conservation efforts and our work with AZA’s SAFE programs to protect species around the globe.
Participants will receive an activity “passport“ to collect stickers as they engage with conservation-focused stations and learn about local ecosystems.
Activities are included with Zoo admission.

Wickham Park First Friday Event
2026-05-01 17:30 - 21:00 (America/Halifax) | WICKHAM PARK, WICKHAM PARK 2500 Parkway Dr, Melbourne, FL, 32935
Join Brevard Parks & Recreation for this rain or shine event, with live music provided by Rios Rock Band!!
Come satisfy your hunger needs with food from onsite food trucks such as:
– Real Smoke N Grill
– Real Jamican Jerk
– Sweets & Meats
– 321 Popcorn & Stuff
– Indian River Smoke House
– Main Squeeze Lemonade
– Cruisin Vana

Flick-N-Float - Elio
2026-05-01 20:00 - 22:00 (America/Halifax) | McLarty Park Aquatic Center, 790 Barton Blvd, Rockledge, FL, 32955, United States
Free movie starts at sunset!
$4 (cash only) to enter pool (includes float). Pool opens at 7:00 PM until movie is completed. Free to watch if you are not swimming.
Elio | 2025 | PG | Family /Adventure | 1h 39min. Elio, a creative underdog, is accidentally transported to the Communiverse, an interplanetary council of alien worlds. Mistaken for Earth’s ambassador, he forms friendships with eccentric aliens and, through the chaos, discovers his true place and purpose.

Cocoa Village Summer Art & Craft Fair
2026-05-09 10:00 - 2026-05-10 16:00 UTC | HISTORIC COCOA VILLAGE, HISTORIC COCOA VILLAGE 9 Stone St, Cocoa, FL, 32922
The Cocoa Village Art & Craft Fairs are one of Florida’s largest and well-established makers markets. For the past 40+ years, 4 times a year, over 200 artists and crafters line the streets of our historic downtown along the Indian River Lagoon.
We pride ourselves on the quality and diversity of attending artisans, creating a venue where anyone from fine artists to emerging crafters can connect with the 20,000+ visitors from our vibrant community.
At this fair we are excited to be welcoming students from Brevard County school art programs to display, demonstrate, and sell their work at Cocoa Riverfront Park on Saturday from 10AM-4PM!
Whether you find a unique pair of wire-wrapped earrings or an original painting from a local artist, there’s “Something for Everyone” in Historic Cocoa Village!
Enjoy live music and food trucks at every street corner. Also explore the 80+ brick-and-mortar businesses of the Village and relax at one of our charming restaurants or bars.
Saturday 10AM-5PM
Sunday 10AM-4PM
Free Parking at various lots along Florida Avenue.

Mother's Day Brunch at Brevard Zoo
2026-05-10 09:30 - 13:30 (America/Halifax) | BREVARD ZOO, 8225 N. Wickham Rd, Melbourne, FL, 32935, United States
Celebrate the moms who make life wild and wonderful with a special Mother’s Day Brunch at the Zoo’s Nyami Nyami River Lodge!
Start your celebration with a Mother’s Day scavenger hunt that takes you on an adventure through the Zoo while discovering fun facts about some of our amazing animal moms. Families will also enjoy yard games, a special animal encounter and the chance to create enrichment items for some of our beloved animal mothers inside the Zoo—an interactive way to celebrate and support the incredible moms in our care creating great opportunities for families to relax, play and make lasting memories together.
When it’s time to dine, gather around for a spring-inspired buffet brunch filled with seasonal favorites and bright, fresh flavors. From savory classics to sweet treats, there’s something to delight every member of the family as we celebrate the mothers who make life so special.
Choose from two seatings, 9:30 AM or 12 PM. Each seating lasts approximately 90 minutes.

9:30AM – 11:00AM
12:00PM – 1:30PM

This event will be held rain or shine. Please note that tickets are non-refundable, and all parties will enjoy reserved private seating for a comfortable and elevated event experience.

Bark Brew Fest
2026-05-16 17:00 - 19:00 UTC | Dirty Oar Beer Company, 329 King St, Cocoa, FL, 32922, United States
You are invited to the 43rd Bark Brew Fest presented by Tails at the Barkery and the Dirty Oar Beer Company on Saturday, 05/16/26, at the Dirty Oar Beer Company from 5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. in Historic Cocoa Village.
Play Bingo to win a fabulous Prize! Bring your canine companion, sip your favorite libation, enjoy delicious food from 56, and join us for an evening of fun, including raffle baskets and a 50/50 drawing.
All proceeds to benefit Coastal Boxer Rescue – A Central Florida Rescue, Inc., an all-volunteer, non-profit rescue that was established in August 19, 2010 and whose mission is to help with the re-homing of displaced Boxers and providing ongoing education regarding responsible Dane ownership and care.
All pets must be on a leash or in appropriate carriers and have current vaccinations and county tags for the safety of our animals and friends.
