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!
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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.

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.

Space Coast Honor Flight Welcome Home
2026-05-16 20:30 - 22:30 (America/Halifax) | Melbourne Orlando International Airport, 1 Air Terminal Pkwy, Melbourne, FL, 32901, United States
May is National Military Appreciation Month and MLB is proud to host the Welcome Home Celebration for the 87th Space Coast Honor Flight, honoring MLB is proud to host the 2026 Space Coast Honor Flight Welcome Home Celebrations, honoring local veterans returning from their unforgettable day in Washington, D.C. visiting the memorials dedicated to their service and sacrifice. This is a free community event for all with live music, food trucks, beer (21+), and more.
What To Expect – Event Timeline
8:00 p.m. Doors Open
8:30 – 10:00 p.m. Red, White, and You Pre-Flight Party
Enjoy music, food, beer (21+), plus giveaways
9:34 p.m. Expected Flight Arrival*
10:00 p.m. Veterans Walk of Honor
10:30 p.m. Event Concludes

Jeep Spring Rollout at Intracoastal Brewing Company
2026-05-17 11:00 - 16:00 (America/Halifax) | Intracoastal Brewing Company, 652 W Eau Gallie Blvd, Melbourne, FL, 32935, United States
Get ready to roll out, Space Coast!
Join us for a Jeep Spring Rollout at Intracoastal Brewing Company! This event is open to all Jeep owners and we’ll have spots reserved to showcase your Jeep, first come, first served – FREE!
4 Wheel Parts Melbourne will be on site hosting a sweet Jeep accessory raffle! Try your luck in the public 50/50 raffle, check out some awesome vendors, and enjoy some tasty Intra Eats!
Plus – we’re dropping a special beer release brewed just for the occasion!
A portion of proceeds from the day will benefit The Children’s Hunger Project, helping feed over 4,700 local kids at 60 schools across our community.
Let’s ride. More details can be found on Facebook & Instagram!

Ecofest Comic and Toy Expo
2026-05-23 10:00 - 19:00 (America/Halifax) | Cocoa Civic Center, 430 Delannoy Ave, Cocoa, FL, 32922, United States
EcoFest Comic & Toy Expo is a community-powered celebration of comics, toys, cosplay, movies, games, artists, and pop culture. Powered by Space Coast Comic Con, EcoFest brings fans, creators, collectors, and families together for an awesome day of creativity, fun, and community!

Movie in the Park - Elio
2026-05-30 19:00 - 22:00 (America/Halifax) | Sand Point Park, 101 N Washington Ave, Titusville, FL, 32796, United States
Join the Brevard Parks and Recreation Department for a free movie in the park, where we will be watching Elio!
Bring your lawn chairs, blankets and favorite snacks and enjoy this family-friendly event at Sand Point Park. The movie will begin at 8:00 PM, but there will be a pre-movie craft activity beforehand, beginning at 7:00 PM.

BearFest
2026-06-05 10:00 - 15:00 (America/Halifax) | BREVARD ZOO, 8225 N. Wickham Rd, Melbourne, FL, 32935, United States
Celebrate National Black Bear Day all weekend with interactive activity stations, hands-on enrichment making opportunities and more.
Plus, enjoy local beer tasting and specialty bear-inspired treats!
Activities included with Zoo admission. Food and beverage available for purchase.
Bear Food Truck (12 – 3 PM): Visit our special “food truck” right outside the bear habitat to chat with our commissary team and learn what our black bears eat each day. 12 – 1 PM: help create enrichments for the bears’ 1 PM camping experience. 1 – 3 PM: make bear-shaped treats for other animals—then stick around and watch as your creations are delivered during enrichment feedings.
Bear vs. Campsite (1PM): Watch our black bears take on the ultimate camping challenge! Listen to a special Florida black bear keeper chat while you watch our bears interact with camping gear filled with enrichment items. If you’d like to help make these enrichment items, be sure to visit the Bear Food Truck between 12 – 1 PM!
Trashcan Races (10 AM – 3 PM): Think you can beat a bear-proof trash can? Put on those bear claws and give it your best shot! Races take place at 11 AM, 12 PM, 1PM and 2 PM. Sign up 15 minutes before each round and compete in one of the most unexpected (and hilarious) challenges of the weekend!
Teddy Bear Clinic (10 AM – 3 PM): Bring your stuffed animal in for a wildlife wellness check! Our Teddy Bear Clinic welcomes all plush patients—not just bears! Experience fun, hands-on veterinary care inspired by real procedures used with our black bears. Every patient leaves with a clean bill of health!
Beer Tasting: Sip, sample and discover your new favorite brew! Enjoy a special beer flight and opportunities to sample brews from local vendors. More details to come!
Bear-y Good Eats: Eat like a black bear all weekend long!
Enjoy specialty menu items inspired by our bears —from cold treats to dishes made with ingredients that match our black bears daily diet! Keep an eye out for sneak peeks as we roll out menu items leading up to the event!

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

Florida Creatives Market
2026-06-13 10:00 - 2026-06-14 16:00 (America/Halifax) | WICKHAM PARK, WICKHAM PARK 2500 Parkway Dr, Melbourne, FL, 32935
The Florida Creatives Market is taking over Wickham Park for a fun-filled 2-day FREE craft fair packed with local artisans, unique finds, endless goodies, and great vibes!
Enjoy live acoustic music, curated food trucks to shop and snack at (because who doesn’t love that), and a HUGE market filled with vendors and goodies that cater to everyone’s interests!
Don’t miss out on a weekend full of shopping, creativity, and community!
June 13th & 14th, 2026 | 10AM-4PM (Both Days)
Wickham Park | Melbourne, FL
floridacreativesmarket.com
Thank you to out title Sponsor: Crockett the Rocket

Red White & Zoo
2026-06-26 18:00 - 2026-06-27 22:00 (America/Halifax) | BREVARD ZOO, 8225 N. Wickham Rd, Melbourne, FL, 32935, United States
Celebrate America’s 250th birthday at the Zoo’s most exciting summer event! On June 26 & 27 from 6-10 PM, the Zoo transforms into an All-American patriotic celebration packed with non-stop fun for all ages.
• Live entertainment: Dance the night away with live music, boot-scootin’ line dance lessons and high-energy performances that’ll keep you moving all evening
• Thrill-seeking fun: Test your skills on the mechanical bull—can you hang on for 8 seconds? Plus, compete in the hilarious pie-eating contest and the crowd-favorite “Holler for Your Partner” contest for big laughs and bigger bragging rights
• Touch a Truck Experience: Kids (and kids at heart!) can explore BIG trucks, construction equipment, side-by-sides and more up close
• Games Galore: From carnival games like Ring Toss, Balloon Pop Dart, and Fish in a Bowl to backyard favorites like Giant Jenga and Cornhole—there’s something for everyone
• Unique Experiences: Watch live animal painting and purchase a one-of-a-kind masterpiece! Meet Smokey the Bear and snap photos at patriotic photo ops throughout the Zoo
• Tasty Treats and Specialty Drinks: Indulge in classic BBQ, American comfort foods and carnival favorites. Food and beverage available for purchase.

All American Block Party
2026-07-03 13:00 - 2026-07-05 16:00 (America/Halifax) | Kennedy Space Center Visitor Complex, Space Commerce Way, Merritt Island, FL, 32953, United States
Celebrate Independence Day weekend with a party filled with music, games, and space-themed fun for all ages. Dance along with a live DJ in NASA Central daily from 1:00 –4:00 PM, then head to the lower level of Atlantis for hula hoop contests and additional interactive activities.
Highlights:

Live DJ and hula hoop contests in NASA Central (1:00 – 4:00 PM)
Family activities on the bottom floor of Space Shuttle Atlantis®
Pink Team Robotic demonstrations on the bottom floor of Space Shuttle Atlantis ®

The All-American Block Party is included with admission.

America's 250 Celebration & Drone Show
2026-07-03 17:00 - 22:00 (America/Halifax) | Cocoa Beach Centennial Square, 2 S Orlando Ave, Cocoa Beach, FL, 32931, United States
Join us in Downtown Cocoa Beach as we kick off America’s 250th anniversary with a night of family fun, music, and an unforgettable drone show!

Carnival Midway Games
Live Music by Tidal Theory
Photo Booth
Kid Zone with activities and games for the little ones

Drone Show – 9:00 PM
Look up as the night sky lights up with a spectacular drone show celebrating America 250!
Watch with synchronized music from anywhere
Download the Pyrocast App and enter Music Code: UHDP to hear the soundtrack synced perfectly with the show.
Bring your friends, bring the family, and celebrate this historic milestone with us!

Smoke on the Water & Fire in the Sky
2026-07-03 18:00 - 22:00 (America/Halifax) | FL
As part of the festivities marking the 250th anniversary of the United States, skies above Port Canaveral will be aglow with color and sound on Friday, July 3, for a fireworks celebration hosted by the Cove Merchants Association at Port Canaveral.
Public viewing of the July 3rd “Smoke on the Water & Fire in the Sky” festivities will be available from The Cove District at Port Canaveral with free parking available at The Cove parking lot for patrons of The Cove restaurants until capacity is reached.
Designated parking areas within Port Canaveral will be available at $15 per vehicle, cash or credit cards accepted. Refer to the below “Parking Overview” map for designated lot locations.
Please note that there are NO public viewing locations on the north side of Port Canaveral (“A” Cruise Terminals and North Cargo Operations) or on any portion of State Road 401.

Red White and Boom Titusville
2026-07-04 09:00 - 21:30 UTC | Sand Point Park, 101 N Washington Ave, Titusville, FL, 32796, United States
America 250 Parade
Celebrate a once-in-a-generation milestone at the America 250 Semiquincentennial Parade — Honoring Our Past, Celebrating Our Future! Join us on July 4th, 2026, from 9:00 AM to 11:00 AM for a vibrant patriotic parade beginning at Titusville High School and traveling along US-1 to Main Street. Enjoy a morning filled with lively entertainment, delicious food, family-friendly activities, and convenient seating at City Hall. Bring your friends, family, and community spirit as we come together to commemorate 250 years of American history in true red, white, and blue style!
Fireworks Event
Then, join us from 6:00 pm to 9:30pm at Sand Point Park for everybody’s favorite fireworks show! This year’s Red, White, and Boom includes food trucks, vendors, a live DJ, entertainment, and a dedicated kids zone. Be sure to get there and save your spot for the spectacular fireworks display at 9:15pm.
This is one event you don’t want to miss! As always, attendance is FREE!

MelBOOM - City of Melbourne's 4th of July Fireworks Celebration
2026-07-04 15:00 - 21:30 UTC | Front Street Park, 2205 Front Street Park, Melbourne, 32901, United States
The City of Melbourne is planning a “blast” of an event for the Fourth of July celebration fireworks display — an experience that thousands of citizens and guests look forward to each year at Front Street Park (2210 Front Street). Celebrate America’s 250th birthday with us!

Thunder Over the Indian River Fireworks
2026-07-04 16:00 - 22:30 UTC | OUC Indian River Plant Field, 3841 Kings Hwy, Port St John, FL, 32927, United States
Celebrate the 250th Year of our Nation’s Independence!! Inflatables, DJ, Demonstrations, BBQ Contest, Food/Dessert Trucks, Raffles and of course the best fireworks show in Brevard county!

Independence Day Celebration
2026-07-04 17:00 - 21:00 (America/Halifax) | Eastern Florida State College Palm Bay Campus, 250 Community College Pkwy SE, Palm Bay, FL, 32909, United States
Get ready for Palm Bay’s Annual Independence Day Celebration on Saturday, July 4, from 5 PM to 9 PM, at the Palm Bay Campus of Eastern Florida State College! Enjoy free admission and parking for a night of fun, culminating in a fireworks display around 9:15 PM.
Bring your lawn chairs and blankets to enjoy live performances. Indulge in treats from food trucks, explore various vendors, and let the kids have a blast in the free kids’ zone with inflatables, games, air brush tattoos, and a foam pit.
This event is presented by Republic Services and sponsored by the Space Coast Office of Tourism, Price Family Homes, Mi-Box Moving & Mobile Storage, FoxPoint Media, Hope 106.3, and the City of Palm Bay. It’s the Space Coast’s biggest Independence Day bash, so bring your family and friends for a patriotic celebration of 250 Years of American Freedom!

Green Gables July 4th Melbourne Fireworks Viewing
2026-07-04 18:30 - 21:30 UTC | Green Gables, 1501 S Harbor City Blvd, Melbourne, FL, 32901, United States
Celebrate America’s 250th – Independence Day at Green Gables
Green Gables at Historic Riverview Village, Inc. 1501 S. Harbor City Blvd., Melbourne 32901
Bring your lawn chair and view the Melbourne fireworks display along the riverfront.
$15 per car in advance; $20 at the door
Tickets also available via: https://www.greengables.org
Time: 6:30 PM to 9:30 PM
Food: Hot dog combo $5.00
Ice Cream available for purchase
Pie- Eating Contest
Three legged race, water balloons, and carnival games
Patriotic Music
NO SMOKING, open flame, personal fireworks or alcoholic beverages are allowed on the grounds of Green Gables.

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!

Summer Sundays: Prehistoric Festival
2026-07-05 10:00 - 15:00 (America/Halifax) | BREVARD ZOO, 8225 N. Wickham Rd, Melbourne, FL, 32935, United States
Join us for a new, seasonal series that turns every Sunday into a family adventure! Enjoy hands-on activities, live entertainment, animal encounters and themed experiences for all ages.
Hosted inside our air-conditioned Nyami Nyami River Lodge, Summer Sundays is the perfect way to escape the summer heat and learn something neat!
For guests looking for a calmer escape, a dedicated Comfy Corner will also be available inside the lodge, featuring coloring activities and a TV with family-friendly entertainment.
Activities included with Zoo admission.
Prehistoric Festival | July 5
Experience a blast from the past! Guests will come face-to-face with a walking triceratops robot, animatronic baby dinosaurs and interactive dinosaur trainers who bring the prehistoric world to life through exciting demonstrations and educational experiences. Explorers can dig up fossils at interactive excavation stations and enjoy themed games and activities designed to spark curiosity and imagination for all ages.
Your young archeologists can also bring home trading cards as a memento to remember their journey from the Jurassic era!
Timed Event Schedule:
Dinosaur Show: 10 AM, 11 AM, 12 PM, 1 PM & 2 PM
Animal Encounter: 10:30 AM, 12 PM & 1:30 PM
Sponsored by Big Idea Dinosaur Adventures

STS-135 Anniversary - Atlantis' Final Flight
2026-07-10 09:00 - 2026-07-12 17:00 (America/Halifax) | Kennedy Space Center Visitor Complex, Space Commerce Way, Merritt Island, FL, 32953, United States
Join us as we commemorate STS‑135, the final mission of Space Shuttle Atlantis and the conclusion of the Space Shuttle Program.
This July, space shuttle astronauts return to Kennedy Space Center Visitor Complex for a special fireside chat-style conversation, hosted beneath the iconic orbiter. Then, the celebration continues the evening of July 11 with a patriotic drone show over the Rocket Garden, so plan to stay the whole day!
Additional details and scheduling will be announced as plans are finalized with these space heroes.

Summer Sundays: Brick Lab
2026-07-12 10:00 - 15:00 (America/Halifax) | BREVARD ZOO, 8225 N. Wickham Rd, Melbourne, FL, 32935, United States
Join us for a new, seasonal series that turns every Sunday into a family adventure! Enjoy hands-on activities, live entertainment, animal encounters and themed experiences for all ages.
Hosted inside our air-conditioned Nyami Nyami River Lodge, Summer Sundays is the perfect way to escape the summer heat and learn something neat!
For guests looking for a calmer escape, a dedicated Comfy Corner will also be available inside the lodge, featuring coloring activities and a TV with family-friendly entertainment.
Activities included with Zoo admission.
Brick Lab | July 12
Get ready to build, race and create at the Brick Lab, a high-energy hands-on experience where imagination and engineering collide! Guests can dive into thousands of interlocking building bricks and take on exciting building challenges designed for creators of all ages.
Create a custom race car and compete in the Brick Lab Derby, where your car can race against others in a head-to-head speed competition.
Plus, a live robotics team will be on-site showcasing innovative robotic technology and interactive demonstrations that bring science, engineering and creativity to life!
Timed Event Schedule:
Animal Encounter: 10:30 AM, 12 PM & 1:30 PM
Sponsored by Big Idea Brick Lab

Moon Festival
2026-07-17 09:00 - 2026-07-19 17:00 (America/Halifax) | Kennedy Space Center Visitor Complex, Space Commerce Way, Merritt Island, FL, 32953, United States
Relive the excitement of 1969 and look ahead to humanity’s next era of lunar exploration during Moon Festival 2026.
Moon Festival at Kennedy Space Center Visitor Complex began as a tribute to the 50th anniversary of Apollo 11—the mission that first carried Americans to the lunar surface. While that legendary moment still inspires us, this year, we also celebrate NASA’s Artemis II mission and its historic lunar flyby.
Join us for a weekend of immersive experiences, vintage vibes, and bold visions of what’s next. From the triumphs of 1969 to the missions shaping our future, Moon Festival brings generations of “Moon Joy” together.
Weekend Highlights:

Vintage Photo Ops: Capture the moment in your best vintage attire with themed photo stations throughout the complex
Live Performances: Enjoy music by The Vocalitas, a swing-era and mid-century acappella group
Interactive Activities in Atlantis: Create your own Orion splashdown capsule, design tin foil hats, and color your way through space history
Lunar Rover Photo Ops: Snap a picture with the lunar rover at the Apollo/Saturn V Center
Comedy with Astro & Orbit: Catch this space-themed duo at the People’s Moon installation multiple times during the day
Apollo to Artemis Presentations: Listen to expert-led talks on NASA’s Artemis Campaign and our return to the Moon at 1 pm, 2 pm, and 3 pm
Salute to America pyrotechnics show on Friday and Saturday night

From Apollo to Artemis, explore the milestones that brought us here — and the missions that will take us further.
All activities are included in admission.

Summer Sundays: Carnival and Bubble Play
2026-07-19 10:00 - 15:00 (America/Halifax) | BREVARD ZOO, 8225 N. Wickham Rd, Melbourne, FL, 32935, United States
Join us for a new, seasonal series that turns every Sunday into a family adventure! Enjoy hands-on activities, live entertainment, animal encounters and themed experiences for all ages.
Hosted inside our air-conditioned Nyami Nyami River Lodge, Summer Sundays is the perfect way to escape the summer heat and learn something neat!
For guests looking for a calmer escape, a dedicated Comfy Corner will also be available inside the lodge, featuring coloring activities and a TV with family-friendly entertainment.
Activities included with Zoo admission.
Carnival and Bubble Play | July 19
Step right into a vibrant world of nonstop fun surrounded by the sights, sounds and energy of a classic carnival atmosphere featuring interactive game booths, playful challenges, carnival-style treats and immersive entertainment throughout the day.
Right alongside the carnival excitement, Big Idea Bubbles transforms the outdoor area into a magical bubble wonderland filled with giant shimmering bubbles, fun shapes and dance parties featuring surprise performances designed to amaze guests of all ages.
Timed Event Schedule:
Animal Encounter: 10:30 AM, 12 PM & 1:30 PM
Sponsored by Big Idea Backyard Carnival and Big Idea Bubbles

Summer Sundays: Blooming Market
2026-07-26 10:00 - 15:00 (America/Halifax) | BREVARD ZOO, 8225 N. Wickham Rd, Melbourne, FL, 32935, United States
Join us for a new, seasonal series that turns every Sunday into a family adventure! Enjoy hands-on activities, live entertainment, animal encounters and themed experiences for all ages.
Hosted inside our air-conditioned Nyami Nyami River Lodge, Summer Sundays is the perfect way to escape the summer heat and learn something neat!
For guests looking for a calmer escape, a dedicated Comfy Corner will also be available inside the lodge, featuring coloring activities and a TV with family-friendly entertainment.
Activities included with Zoo admission.
Blooming Market: July 26
Wild blossoms are taking over the Zoo! Explore the beauty of nature while learning about gardening, environmental science and sustainability at this unique farmers’ market.
Throughout the event, local experts and vendors will share hands-on demonstrations and insights focused on native vs. non-native plants, modern gardening techniques, eco-friendly practices and sustainable living. Continue to the Nyami Nyami River Lodge for a break from the heat and explore more wonders of local arts and farming.
Timed Event Schedule
Animal Encounter: 10:30 AM, 12 PM & 1:30 PM
