Visit Space Coast

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.

41st Bark Brew Fest
2026-03-28 17:00 - 19:00 UTC | Dirty Oar Beer Company, 329 King St, Cocoa, FL, 32922, United States
You are invited to the 41st Bark Brew Fest presented by Tails at the Barkery and the Dirty Oar Beer Company in Historic Cocoa Village.
Play Bingo to win fabulous prizes! Bring your canine companion, sip your favorite libation, enjoy delicious food from the Rockstar Lobster Food Truck, and join us for an evening of fun, including raffle baskets and a 50/50 drawing.
Sunshine State Labrador Rescue is a non-profit organization dedicated to rescuing and rehabilitating Labrador Retrievers and Labrador Retriever mixes in need and matching them with loving forever families in the Sunshine State.
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.

Sip-n-Stroll "Leid Back & Local"
2026-03-28 17:00 - 21:00 (America/Halifax) | DOWNTOWN COCOA BEACH, 20 N. Brevard Avenue, Cocoa Beach, FL, 32931
A ticketed event. Explore downtown Cocoa Beach visiting 25+ featured shops and restaurants, receiving a sip and a bite at each stop. Tickets include swag bag, passport, a commemorative cup, wristband and lei. You will be greeted by the Aloha Hula dancers of Brevard at check-in. Check-in is located at Destination Downtown Food Hall, 2 S. Atlantic Ave. 4:45-7pm don’t be late checking in. Costumes are encouraged and adds fun to your evening.

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.

Getting2Zero 5k Run/Walk
2026-03-29 08:00 - 12:00 (America/Halifax) | Eau Gallie Square, 1453 Highland Avenue, Melbourne, FL, 32935, United States
Race Day @ Eau Gallie Square (1453 Highland Avenue, Melbourne, FL)
Sunday, March 29th – Timeline:
6:30 AM: Packet Pickup & Late Registration Opens
7:45 AM: Packet Pickup & Late Registration Ends
8:00 AM: 5K Start!
AWARDS: (Immediately following the race)
Top 3 Overall M & F
Top Masters M & F (40+)
Top M & F in each age group:
13 & under, 14-19, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-69, 70+
Fees:
5K Run/Walk: $30 (Race Day $35)
Children (12 & under): $20 (Race Day $25)

Spring Market at Nancy Higgs Park
2026-03-31 09:00 - 14:00 (America/Halifax) | Nancy Higgs Community Center, 500 Old Florida Trail, Melbourne Beach, FL, 32951, United States
Come join us for our Spring Market at Nancy Higgs Community Center! Immerse yourself in a world of fresh baked goods, fine crafted jewelry, art, pottery, fragrances, and the beauty of spring!
There will be two spring market dates:
March 3
March 31

Beachside Spring Market at Higgs Park
2026-03-31 09:00 - 14:00 (America/Halifax) | Nancy Higgs Park, 500 Old Florida Trail, Melbourne Beach, FL, 32951, United States
Beachside Spring Market features artisan goods, imported gourmet foods, homemade treats, handcrafted art, organic produce, food trucks, and more. Returning local favorite small businesses and new vendors! Free event. Free parking.

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

Viera Park Market & Food Trucks
2026-04-03 16:00 - 20:00 (America/Halifax) | Viera Regional Park, 2300 Judge Fran Jamieson Way, Melbourne, FL, 32940, United States
Your monthly local market featuring local food trucks, bakeries, growers, artisans, and much more. see our pages on facebook & instagram for more info and to inquire

Wickham Park First Friday Event
2026-04-03 17:30 - 21:00 (America/Halifax) | WICKHAM PARK, WICKHAM PARK 2500 Parkway Dr, Melbourne, FL, 32935
Join Brevard Parks and Recreation for this free, rain or shine event, with live music provided by Innuendo!!
While jamming to the music, enjoy food from onsite local food trucks.

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!

Downtown Melbourne Farmers Market at Riverview Park
2026-04-04 10:00 - 14:00, 2026-04-11 10:00 - 14:00, 2026-04-18 10:00 - 14:00 (America/Halifax) | Riverview Park, 2301 Irwin St, Melbourne, FL, 32901, United States
Your local market featuring local fresh foods, bakery, loads of local dept of agriculture certified growers and much more. message through facebook or instagram to join us or for more info

11th Annual Founders' Day
2026-04-04 11:00 - 16:00 UTC | FIELD MANOR, 750 Field Manor Dr, Merritt Island, FL, 32953
Field Manor is a historic 19th century homestead, museum, and wedding/event venue on the Indian River Lagoon operating as a 501(c)3 nonprofit organization, EIN 59-3517194, dedicated to preserving Florida’s pioneer past while providing education about East Central Florida native inhabitants and early settlers’ culture and customs. To further this mission, the Field Manor Foundation continues the Field family tradition to host a Founders’ Day celebration every spring.
This riverfront event was first celebrated on March 21, 1868, when the Field family arrived on the shores of Merritt Island and continues this year with the Field Manor Foundation’s 11th Annual Founders’ Day Fundraiser on Saturday, April 4th, from 11am-4pm.
Central Florida favorites’ HOT PINK will join us to entertain with live music; local guest food trucks will offer a variety of sweet and savory food options; the vendor market will showcase an array of locally grown and hand-made products from popular vendors, and our beer sponsor Bugnutty Brewing Co. will be pouring their local brews all day. (*Additional beer, wine, and seltzer options available at the Field Manor bar.) Plus, attendees can also tour the museum, bid in our silent auction, and try their luck with a 50/50 cash raffle.
*IDs required to purchase or pick-up drink tickets. No coolers or outside food/beverages.
Free admission for children 12 and under.

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).

The Civl War: The Musical
2026-04-10 20:00 - 2026-04-19 14:00 (America/Halifax) | The Henegar Center, 625 E New Haven Ave, Melbourne, FL, 32901, United States
The Civil War: The Musical
Apr 10 – Apr 19, 2026
Rated PG-13
Tickets $42 each
Join us at The Henegar Center as we reflect on a pivotal moment in America’s history. Featuring a live orchestra! The Civil War is a thrilling and awe-inspiring “dramatic theatrical concert” drawing on letters, diaries, firsthand accounts and the words of Abraham Lincoln, Frederick Douglass and Walt Whitman. The original Broadway production was nominated for multiple Tony Awards, including Best Musical, and features an unforgettable score filled with Gospel, Country, Rock and Folk.

Heroes for Military Kids 5k/Kids Dash
2026-04-11 08:00 - 11:00 (America/Halifax) | THE AVENUE VIERA, 2261 Town Center Ave, Melbourne, FL, 32940
APRIL is Month of the MILITARY CHILD did you know that? AVET Project, an all-volunteer 501(c)(3)nonprofit, is thrilled to announce the 1st HEROES FOR MILITARY KIDS 5K/Kids Dash being held at 8am in The Avenue Viera April 11, 2026.
We appreciate you showing love for our HEROES FOR MILITARY KIDS 5K/Kids Dash event! Supporting AVET Project’s “HEROES FOR MILITARY KIDS 5K/Kids Dash” means military families get free events and life-changing programs that help them thrive..

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.

Cocoa Beach Air Show
2026-04-11 09:00 - 2026-04-12 16:00 (America/Halifax) | Lori Wilson Park, 1500 N Atlantic Ave, Cocoa Beach, FL, 32931, United States
Experience the thrill of aviation as the 2026 Cocoa Beach Air Show takes to the skies!
Against the backdrop of the Cocoa Beach oceanfront, the U.S. Navy Blue Angel will soar through the sky to commemorate America’s 250th birthday in a powerful celebration of flight, freedom, and patriotism!
Witness breathtaking aerobatic performances, military jet demonstrations, and high-flying stunts over the stunning coastline. Bring the whole family for an unforgettable weekend of aviation excitement right on the beach!

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.

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.

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.

Grant BBQ Festival
2026-04-17 15:00 - 2026-04-19 17:00 UTC | Grant Seafood Festival, 4580 1st Street, Grant, FL, 32949, United States
3 Days of LIVE MUSIC
Food, Drink, BBQ and the People’s Choice Contest
Classic Car and Motorcycle Show on Saturday
Marketplace, Arts, Crafts, Local Vendors
Free Admission — Free Parking

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 in the heart of Cocoa Village for a literary celebration promoting local authors and their writing!
Special events include:

Author Fest: Connect with 50+ authors in Cocoa Riverfront Park and Myrt Tharpe Square! 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 Riverfront Park!

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.

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.
