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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!
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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 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.

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.

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.

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, 2026-06-05 16:00 - 20:00, 2026-07-03 16:00 - 20:00, 2026-08-07 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.

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, 2025. 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.

Jazz Concert by the Eastern Florida State College Jazz Band
2026-05-17 14:00 - 16:00 (America/Halifax) | Brevard Veterans Memorial Center, 400 S Sykes Creek Pkwy, Merritt Island, FL, 32952, United States
The Eastern Florida State College Jazz Band will bring energy & inspiration with a lively program showcasing the strong musicianship of the college’s jazz students.
Under the guidance of Jon Oxford, Director of Instrumental Music and seasoned educators, the ensemble performs a mix of classic and contemporary jazz styles, giving audiences a chance to hear developing artists as they sharpen their craft. This concert offers a spirited display of talent and teamwork, reflecting the college’s commitment to jazz education.
General admission is paid at the door. $30 for members of the Jazz Society & Brevard Veterans Memorial Center. $35 for guests & students are FREE. Bring a snack & drink if you’d like. Tables, chairs & a beautiful view of the river are provided.

9th Annual NKF Bicycle Bar Tour of Hope
2026-05-23 11:00 - 18:30 (America/Halifax) | FISHLIPS WATERFRONT BAR & GRILL, 610 Glen Cheek Dr, Port Canaveral, FL, 32920
9th Annual NKF Bicycle Bar Tour of Hope, May 23, 11:00 am to 6:30 pm!
Leisurely ride from Port Canaveral to Cocoa Beach & back. Supports the National Kidney Foundation of Florida.
50/50 drawing AND multiple door prize winners. Eight (8) Drinks – one at each stop! Tickets are $25 each in advance, or $35 day of. Starts at Fishlips Bar & Grill

BEETLEJUICE
2026-05-24 19:30 - 22:30 (America/Halifax) | KING CENTER FOR THE PERFORMING ARTS, 3865 N Wickham Rd, Melbourne, FL, 32935
He earned his stripes on Broadway… now the ghost-with-the-most is coming to Melbourne.
It’s showtime! Based on Tim Burton’s dearly beloved film, this hilarious musical tells the story of Lydia Deetz, a strange and unusual teenager whose whole life changes when she meets a recently deceased couple and a demon with a thing for stripes. With an irreverent book, an astonishing set, and a score that’s out of this Netherworld, BEETLEJUICE is “SCREAMINGLY GOOD FUN!” (Variety). And under its uproarious surface (six feet under, to be exact), it’s a remarkably touching show about family, love, and making the most of every Day-O!

ShuttleFest V
2026-06-19 08:00 - 2026-06-21 20:00 (America/Halifax) | Hilton Cocoa Beach Oceanfront, 1550 N Atlantic Ave, Cocoa Beach, FL, 32931, United States
The American Space Museum’s annual fundraiser, ShuttleFest V, is scheduled for June 19 – 21, 2026 at the Hilton Oceanfront in Cocoa Beach, FL. Join us for Astronaut and NASA Legends recounting stories of their own personal experiences while we celebrate historical NASA at Star City, American Astronauts on Russian Spaceships and other tales of space history from their lives. With Meet and Greats, Autographs, Vendors and more, this will be our biggest ShuttleFest yet and we’d love to have you with us! Tickets will be made available through our events page at https://spacewalkoffame.org/events

MMB Concert Band: Songs for America-250 Years
2026-06-24 19:00 - 2026-06-25 21:00 (America/Halifax) | MELBOURNE AUDITORIUM, 625 E Hibiscus Blvd 32901, Melbourne, FL, 32901
Staci Rosbury, Conductor
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As our country celebrates the 250th anniversary of the signing of the Declaration of Independence, join us for stirring music like America The Beautiful, music from Stephen Foster, American jazz, and great songs from Irving Berlin. This is a FREE CONCERT.
FREE CONCERT

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
Our Drone Show will launch at 9pm. A link to the drone show app will be provided when the event gets closer.

MelBOOM - City of Melbourne's 4th of July Fireworks Celebration
2026-07-04 21:00 - 21:30 UTC | Downtown Melbourne, E New Haven Avenue, Melbourne, FL, 32901, United States
The City of Melbourne is planning a “blast” of an event. There will be food trucks, a KidZone with facepainting, photobooth, novelty sales and more. Pheonix Band will headline an evening of entertainment and fireworks will begin at 9pm weather permitting.

Friends of the Poor 5K
2026-09-26 08:00 - 11:00 (America/Halifax) | Church Our Saviour, 5301 N Atlantic Ave, Cocoa Beach, FL, 32931, United States
Third annual Friends of the Poor Walk in Cocoa Beach. This event helps to raise awareness and funds supporting the local Society of St. Vincent de Paul and Our Saviour’s Church in Cocoa Beach.
