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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!
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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

Downtown Melbourne Farmers Market at Riverview Park
2026-04-18 10:00 - 14:00, 2026-04-25 10:00 - 14:00, 2026-05-02 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

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.

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.

City of Rockledge 25th Annual Charity Golf Tournament
2026-04-25 07:00 - 14:00 UTC | Rockledge Country Club, 1591 S Fiske Blvd, Rockledge, 32955, United States
Join us for a day of golf, community, and giving back at the 25th Annual City of Rockledge Charity Golf Tournament!
7:00 AM Registration
8:00 AM Shotgun Start
$100 per player
Register by April 18th!
Your registration includes:
• Continental breakfast
• Lunch
• Door prizes
• Practice balls
• Green fees
• Cart
This year’s beneficiary is the Brevard Indian River Lagoon Coalition, a dedicated nonprofit working to restore and protect the Indian River Lagoon—one of our country’s most diverse estuaries. Through education, advocacy, and community engagement, their work helps ensure a healthier lagoon.
Whether you’re a seasoned golfer or just looking for a fun way to support a great cause, this tournament is a fantastic opportunity to enjoy a beautiful day on the course while making a meaningful impact in our community.

Green Gables 5th Annual Classic Motorcycle Show
2026-04-25 09:00 - 14:00 (America/Halifax) | Green Gables, 1501 S Harbor City Blvd, Melbourne, FL, 32901, United States
Join us for one of our most popular events with the backdrop of our beautiful Queen Anne Home overlooking the Indian River Lagoon in Melbourne, Florida
Entertainment by Riley Briscoe on Guitar; Space Coast Spuds & Subs food truck FREE admission for public
Registration beginning at 7:30 AM $10 per motorcycle
Vehicles 30 years or older Trophies will be awarded.

Melbourne Art Festival
2026-04-25 09:00 - 2026-04-26 17:00 UTC | WICKHAM PARK, WICKHAM PARK 2500 Parkway Dr, Melbourne, FL, 32935
The 41st Melbourne Art Festival will once again be held at beautiful Wickham Park in Melbourne, FL April 25 & 26, 2026. The award-winning festival, which draws art and music lovers from throughout Central Florida and Southeast, is a vibrant family friendly event that promotes and encourages artistic endeavors, education and appreciation of the arts on the Space Coast.
This year’s festival will feature over 200 artist booths, live music, kid friendly activities, a VIP Patron Lounge, sponsor and exhibitor displays, and diverse food and beverage options.
The Melbourne Art Festival offers FREE admission, FREE parking, FREE children’s activities and FREE live entertainment throughout the weekend with live music Saturday evening until 7:00 PM.

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.

Spring Wine & Bites Experience
2026-04-25 17:00 - 20:00 (America/Halifax) | Sons of the American Legion Squadron 1, 1281 US-1, Titusville, FL, 32796, United States
Join us for a relaxed and inviting Spring Wine Experience presented in collaboration with Zero Gravity Wine Bar and Sons of the American Legion Squadron 1.
Enjoy six hand-selected seasonal wines showcasing bright, fresh flavors perfect for spring. Each pour will be part of a guided tasting, offering light educational insights while keeping the experience fun, social, and approachable.
Small bites will be available to complement the wines, creating an easygoing atmosphere where you can sip, mingle, and discover new favorites.
This event is open to the public—no membership required. Gather your friends, connect with fellow wine lovers, and celebrate the season with great wine and great company.

Viera Park Market & Food Trucks
2026-05-01 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

Beachside Fiesta Market
2026-05-05 09:00 - 14:00 (America/Halifax) | Nancy Higgs Park, 500 Old Florida Trail, Melbourne Beach, FL, 32951, United States
Experience the Beachside Fiesta Market, a seasonal pop-up open-air market in Mel Beach. Dozens of artisan vendors line the walkways, showcasing handcrafted goods, imported products, and unique finds. It’s more than just a market; it’s a lively community gathering to shop local small businesses, eat delicious treats & salsa dance with our fitness & dance instructor, Aurora Goncalves-Shaner.

The Avenue Viera Hosts a Mother’s Day Sip & Shop Celebration
2026-05-07 16:00 - 20:00 (America/Halifax) | THE AVENUE VIERA, 2261 Town Center Ave, Melbourne, FL, 32940
Celebrate mom this Mother’s Day with an elevated evening at The Avenue Viera with shopping, sips, and exclusive offers and curated experiences.
Enjoy quality time with mom while visiting your favorite Avenue Viera stores and restaurants. Ticket purchase includes an event passport granting access to special promotions and experiences throughout the property.
Participating retailers and restaurants include Nordstrom Rack, Kendra Scott, Nourish, Sephora, Southern Tide, Sur La Table, Tommy Bahama, Let’s Plant It, Air & Anchor, 28 North Gastropub, Books-A-Million, Kay Jewelers, Nothing Bundt Cakes, Pizza Gallery, Playa Bowls, Warby Parker, The Melting Pot, Viera Discovery Center, European Wax Center and Club Pilates.
Guests may check in at Sur La Table anytime between 4 and 6:30 PM to pick up their event passport.
Visit participating stores and restaurants for special offers and receive a stamp for your passport. Guests who collect at least five stamps will be entered for a chance to win a prize basket of goodies from Avenue Viera retailers valued at more than $200.
The celebrations continue at 28 North Gastropub at 7 PM with a complimentary cocktail or mocktail, light bites and mingling.
Learn more and purchase tickets on Eventbrite.
Event proceeds will benefit Family Promise of Brevard.

Downtown Melbourne's 3rd Annual Putta Palooza
2026-05-09 10:00 - 15:00 (America/Halifax) | Downtown Melbourne, E New Haven Avenue, Melbourne, FL, 32901, United States
The best way to explore Downtown Melbourne? One putt at a time!
Every year, Putta Palooza transforms Historic Downtown Melbourne into a one of-a-kind mini golf adventure – and 2026 is going to be the best round yet. Local businesses roll out the (green) carpet with creative putting holes that are as unique as the shops and restaurants themselves.
Event Details:
Check-In: 10:00 AM @ Matt’s Casbah Patio (724 E. New Haven)
️ Date: Saturday, May 9th, 2026
Schedule:
10:00 AM – Check-In Starts
11:00 AM – Shotgun Start
2:00 PM – Closing & Awards Ceremony at Hotel Melby (801 E. Strawbridge)
️Tickets:
$30 (Individual)
$100 (Team of Four)
What’s Included:
Golf ball, scorecard, course map, a drink token to use at Hotel Melby (801 E. Strawbridge Ave) and an awesome time!
It’s part game, part neighborhood tour, and all good times. Come discover your new favorite downtown spot while you’re at it.

Moms and Mimosas
2026-05-09 10:00 - 15:00 (America/Halifax) | The Downtown Art Gallery, 400 Orange St, Titusville, FL, 32796, United States
Sip, shop & celebrate! Join us for a sparkling Saturday filled with mimosas, Mother’s Day specials, and one-of-a-kind gifts moms will LOVE!
Find handcrafted jewelry, pottery, original artwork, home décor, and more—gifts as beautiful and unique as the moms in your life.
Bring your mom, your girlfriends, or come treat yourself—we’ll have complimentary mimosas throughout the day, beautiful art, and handmade treasures from local artists.
Can’t make the event? Stop by early to shop—we’ve got the perfect gifts for Mom!
Details on our Facebook page or call 321-268-0122.
Let’s toast to love, laughter, and local art!

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 Afternoon Tea
2026-05-09 14:00 - 16:00 (America/Halifax) | Pritchard House Museum, 424 S Washington Ave, Titusville, FL, 32796, United States
Join us at the historic Pritchard House for a Mother’s Day celebration. A traditional multi-course afternoon tea will be served by costumed docents, followed by a conducted tour of this beautifully restored circa 1891 home. Guests will be given a china teacup and saucer to take home as a memento. Advance reservations only. Call for more information.

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.

3-2-1 Jazz Orchestra: Hometown Composers
2026-05-13 19:00 - 2026-05-14 21:00 (America/Halifax) | MELBOURNE AUDITORIUM, 625 E Hibiscus Blvd 32901, Melbourne, FL, 32901
FREE CONCERT. Kurt Schulenburg, Conductor

Thunder on Cocoa Beach
2026-05-14 08:00 - 2026-05-17 22:00 UTC | Lori Wilson Park, 1500 N Atlantic Ave, Cocoa Beach, FL, 32931, United States
This year, Thunder on Cocoa Beach offshore powerboat races will be returning for its 16th year on Florida’s Space Coast, scheduled for May 14-17, 2026. Join us for 4 days and nights of parties and lots of racing action. The Space Coast Super Boat Grand Prix is one of the most popular attractions for the whole family in Central Florida. The event, one of the largest in Central Florida, draws the top race teams in the World to compete in various classes with Class 1 reaching speeds over 175 mph.

2026 U.S. Astronaut Hall of Fame® Induction Ceremony & Gala featuring Space Rendezvous
2026-05-14 18:00 - 2026-05-16 23:00 (America/Halifax) | Hilton Cocoa Beach Oceanfront, 1550 N Atlantic Ave, Cocoa Beach, FL, 32931, United States
Inspired by the Mercury 7 astronauts, the U.S. Astronaut Hall of Fame® was established in 1990 to honor the courage, innovation, and achievements of America’s space explorers. Each year, a new class of astronauts, who have advanced the boundaries of human spaceflight, is inducted during the prestigious Induction Ceremony & Gala—an inspiring celebration of their lasting impact on space exploration.
In conjunction with the induction, the Astronaut Scholarship Foundation hosts Space Rendezvous, a vibrant series of astronaut talks, panel discussions, and special receptions. This unique experience brings guests closer to the stories, discoveries, and people shaping the future of space.
The weekend offers a range of immersive experiences. Beginning May 14 with exclusive ticketholder activities and the Astronaut Cocktail Challenge, the program continues on May 15 with astronaut talks, panel discussions, signings, receptions, and a space art showcase. On May 16, attendees will enjoy the Induction Ceremony and an inspiring Gala at the Apollo Saturn V Center at Kennedy Space Center Visitor Complex.
For more detailed event information, sponsorship opportunities or to purchase tickets, visit the ASF website!

US Astronaut Hall of Fame Induction Ceremony
2026-05-16 10:00 - 12:00 (America/Halifax) | Kennedy Space Center Visitor Complex, Space Commerce Way, Merritt Island, FL, 32953, United States
The 2026 U.S. Astronaut Hall of Fame® induction ceremony will take place on Saturday, May 16, 2026, and all are invited to this star-studded event!
Watch up close as the next batch of specially selected American astronauts receive one of the highest honors in their industry, each demonstrating outstanding accomplishments in furthering NASA’s mission of exploration and discovery. This year, the Astronaut Scholarship Foundation is inducting astronauts Tom Akers and Joe Tanner.
The induction ceremony will be held on the lower level of Space Shuttle Atlantis®, beginning at 10:30 AM. It is included with admission, and seating is available on a first-come, first-served basis. Signed posters of the inductees may be picked up in the Information building, while supplies last.

Space Coast Burger Battle
2026-05-16 12:00 - 2026-05-17 21:00 UTC | WICKHAM PARK, WICKHAM PARK 2500 Parkway Dr, Melbourne, FL, 32935
The 4th Annual Space Coast Burger Battle offers:
$5 OR LESS all food
Cocktails, beer, seltzers, & non-alcoholic options
Concerts all day long
HUGE craft fair marketplace
FREE axe throwing
FREE kid zone
Vote 4 your favorite burger!
+SO MUCH MORE!

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.
