Visit Space Coast

Cars Under the Stars!
2025-08-22 18:00 - 22:00 (America/Halifax) | WICKHAM PARK, WICKHAM PARK 2500 Parkway Dr, Melbourne, FL, 32935
Join Brevard County Parks and Recreation for this free drive-in event the whole family will enjoy featuring ‘Captain America Brave New World’. The movie begins at sunset, but visitors can partake in various local food trucks before the event.
Audio will be available through both your car stereo and external speakers, so you can choose to watch the movie from the comfort of your vehicle, or from a blanket or lawn chairs.

Green Gables Historic Home Open House Saturdays
2025-08-23 10:00 - 14:00, 2025-08-30 10:00 - 14:00 UTC | Green Gables, 1501 S Harbor City Blvd, Melbourne, FL, 32901, United States
Visit Green Gables at Historic Riverview Village, Inc. and explore one of only three remaining Queen Anne-style homes in the Melbourne area. This nonprofit organization has acquired the property, but currently we are raising the necessary funds to restore and preserve this historic treasure to its original condition and charm. Learn how the early Wells Family left a legacy with their support in developing Melbourne.
Take a leisurely tour of Green Gables, step back in time within the home, and unwind on the beautiful grounds overlooking the Indian River Lagoon. You’ll quickly understand why we’re committed to restoring Green Gables and discover how you can contribute to this important cause.
Time:10 AM to 2 PM $10 donation for a tour Children 12 and under are free
Last tour begins at 1:30 PM

Women's Equality Day Tea
2025-08-23 14:00 - 16:00 (America/Halifax) | Pritchard House Museum, 424 S Washington Ave, Titusville, FL, 32796, United States
The Pritchard House Museum hosts an Afternoon Tea commemorating Women’s Equality Day. A multi-course afternoon tea served by costumed docents will be followed by conducted tours of the circa 1891 Pritchard House. Join us as we celebrate women in the United States getting the right to vote! Advance reservations only. Please call 321-607-0203 for more information.

9th Annual Woodstock Pub Crawl
2025-08-23 17:00 - 22:00 UTC | DREWS BREWS AND GRILLE, 2101 Henley Ct, Melbourne, FL
Celebrating the famous Woodstock Music Fest Aug. 1969 & music that made the generation of the late 60’s & 70’s.
Wear flowers, beads, tie dye, era T-shirts, etc. 50/50 Drawing for The Children’s Hunger Project!
Starts at Drews Brews & Grille, 2101 Henley Court, Melbourne, FL 32901

A Night of Music & Art
2025-08-23 18:00 - 20:00 (America/Halifax) | The Village Art Gallery, 200 Brevard Ave, Cocoa, FL, 32922, United States
Enjoy the gorgeous art gallery, with live painters while listening to live music by singer/songwriter Brenda Evans . Snacks and refreshments provided. Free admission.

Kennedy Under the Stars
2025-08-30 18:30 - 22:00 UTC | Kennedy Space Center Visitor Complex, Space Commerce Way, Merritt Island, FL, 32953, United States
Kennedy Under the Stars returns on August 30, 2025 at 6:30pm for a celestial after-hours experience at Kennedy Space Center Visitor Complex! We are turning back the clock 25 years for some Y2K nostalgia.
Join us for:
Glow-in-the-Dark Retro Fun: Dance the night away at NASA Central’s techno glow party, enjoy early 2000s hits at Gateway, or pop by the Rocket Garden for dance-offs and cosmic prizes, Stellar Costume Contest*: From aliens to astronauts, it’s time to show off!, Cosmic Glow Mini Golf: Grab a putter and enter a glowing miniature world in the Rocket Garden, Astronaut Meet-and-Greets: Meet veteran NASA astronauts Ellen Ochoa and Mike Foreman and hear real stories from space,Starry Night Learning: Explore the night sky with Florida Tech’s Ortega Observatory team and telescopes, STEAM cart: Enjoy hands-on learning with our Gateway STEAM team, Live Performers: Enjoy street performers throughout the park, Special themed food and drinks: Including a specialty cocktail for adults, Many of the visitor complex’s top attractions will remain open late, so you will have extra time to explore.
Attractions Open to Guests:
Heroes & Legends featuring the U.S. Astronaut Hall of Fame®, Gateway: The Deep Space Launch Complex® and Spaceport KSC®*, HYPERDECK VR (with an on-site reservation)**, Planet Play, Journey To Mars, Space Shuttle Atlantis® and the Shuttle Launch Experience®*, Space Shop
*Must be at least 44 inches tall to ride
**Must be at least 46 inches to to play
Tickets are $65 and include parking. Food, beverages, and retail will be available for purchase. Annual Pass holders enjoy a 30% discount on all food, beverage, and retail purchases at the Space Shop during the event.

Happy Hour at Brevard Zoo Bold Murals Edition
2025-09-04 17:30 - 19:30 (America/Halifax) | BREVARD ZOO, 8225 N. Wickham Rd, Melbourne, FL, 32935, United States
Unwind and join us for a 21+ Happy Hour at Brevard Zoo, Bold Murals Edition, where art and wildlife come to life! This exclusive, limited-ticket event offers the chance to enjoy up-close animal encounters, local live music, yard games, live painting by our animal residents, and the opportunity to purchase their one-of-a-kind artwork. Meet the talented artists behind the Bold Murals exhibition and explore the Zoo to experience their bold art firsthand.
Come see our animals in a whole new light! Sip on bold signature cocktails or refreshing mocktails for a happy hour unlike any other. Your ticket includes your first beverage and light appetizers, with additional drinks available for purchase throughout the evening.
Look for more events in our Happy Hour Series, coming soon!
Current dates:
Thursday, March 13, 2025 | showcasing Bold Murals from the first exhibition
Thursday, September 4, 2025 | showcasing Bold Murals from the second exhibition
*Your first drink ticket is valid for either a non-alcoholic or adult beverage. This is a 21+ event, and age verification will be checked at the gates. No one under 21 will be admitted. This is a rain or shine event, all ticket sales are final. Tickets are limited and must be pre-purchased; there will be no ticket sales at the door.

Wickham Park First Friday Event
2025-09-05 17:00 - 21:00 (America/Halifax) | WICKHAM PARK, WICKHAM PARK 2500 Parkway Dr, Melbourne, FL, 32935
Join the Brevard County Parks and Recreation for this free family event, with Live Music provided by Soul Time!
Come satisfy your hunger needs with food from onsite food trucks. Such as:
– Sweets & Meats
– Off the Hook
– Paula’s Jamaican Cuisine
– Palmas Blancas
– BnB Rolling Smoke
– Indian River Smokehouse
– Pita Pyramind
– Peru Power
– Paradise Shaved Ice
Event will be held rain or shine.

Tuscany Wine Dinner Featuring Cantine Guidi
2025-09-05 18:30 - 21:00 (America/Halifax) | Cafe Margaux, 220 Brevard Ave, Cocoa, FL, 32922, United States
6 Course Wine Tasting Dinner Featuring Tuscany Winery Cantine Guidi. Come Meet Winemaker Nicola Guidi! One Night Only, Friday, September 5, 2025. One Seating at 6:30 PM.

Movie in the Park!
2025-09-05 19:30 - 21:30 (America/Halifax) | Rotary Park Merritt Island, 1899 S Courtenay Pkwy, Merritt Island, FL, 32952, United States
Join Brevard County Parks and Recreation for a free movie in the park, featuring the movie ‘Elemental.’ This is an outdoor lawn movie, so don’t forget to bring your lawn chairs or blankets. The event may be cancelled in the event of severe weather.

City of Rockledge 9/11 Remembrance Ceremony
2025-09-06 09:00 - 10:00 UTC | Rockledge Civic Hub, 530 Barton Blvd, Rockledge, FL, 32955, United States
Join the City of Rockledge as we honor and remember the lives lost and the heroes who emerged on September 11, 2001.
This solemn ceremony will feature moving musical tributes, dynamic speakers, and a wreath-laying ceremony to pay respects to the victims, first responders, military members, and all those impacted by the events of that day.
We invite residents, families, and friends to come together in unity and reflection as we commemorate this important day in our nation’s history.
Let us never forget.

Behind the Tracks: Cape to Cairo Express
2025-09-06 09:15 - 10:15, 2025-09-07 09:15 - 10:15, 2025-09-20 09:15 - 10:15 (America/Halifax) | BREVARD ZOO, 8225 N. Wickham Rd, Melbourne, FL, 32935, United States
Ever wonder what keeps the Zoo train chugging along? Go behind the tracks for a special look at the inner workings of the Cape to Cairo Express! During this exclusive hour-long adventure, you’ll explore how the train runs, take a private ride on the rails and snap a photo in the conductor’s seat.
This program will take place rain or shine, so please dress for the weather. Close-toed shoes are recommended, and participants may be asked to walk on rough, uneven terrain during the program. For any questions, please reach out to edregistrar@brevardzoo.org.
$15 Per Person; Children under 2 are free with paying adult

Family Fun Day at Erna Nixon
2025-09-06 10:00 - 14:00 (America/Halifax) | Erna Nixon Park, 1200 Evans Rd, Melbourne, FL, 32904, United States
Stop by the Erna Nixon Nature Center for a free, family friendly activity and craft, and learn something new about nature! Afterwards, enjoy a walk around the loop boardwalk trail or peruse through the nature center exhibits.

Green Gables Historic Home Open House Saturdays
2025-09-06 10:00 - 14:00, 2025-09-13 10:00 - 14:00, 2025-09-20 10:00 - 14:00 UTC | Green Gables, 1501 S Harbor City Blvd, Melbourne, FL, 32901, United States
Visit Green Gables at Historic Riverview Village, Inc. and explore one of only three remaining Queen Anne-style homes in the Melbourne area. This nonprofit organization has acquired the property, but the next step is to raise the necessary funds to restore and preserve this historic treasure to its original condition and charm.
Take a leisurely tour of Green Gables, step back in time within the home, and unwind on the beautiful grounds overlooking the Indian River Lagoon. You’ll quickly understand why we’re committed to restoring Green Gables and discover how you can contribute to this important cause.
$10 donation for a tour; Children 12 and under are free
The last tour begins at 1:30 PM
CLOSED OCTOBER, reopening November 8th, as we prepare for our Halloween event

Cancelled: MTI Rock Fest
2025-09-06 13:00 - 2025-09-07 18:00 (America/Halifax) | Castle Park, 3190 New York Avenue, Melbourne, FL, 32934, United States
Cancelled: “Due to the shutdown of The Castle Park venue, we will push the September 6-7 of MTI Rockfest date back until we secure a new venue that can support our event. Stay Tuned.”

THE AVENUE VIERA HOSTS WORLD TRADE CENTER MEMORIAL
2025-09-11 10:00 - 19:00 (America/Halifax) | THE AVENUE VIERA, 2261 Town Center Ave, Melbourne, FL, 32940
Join The Avenue Viera to remember September 11, 2001, and pay respects to the lives lost at the World Trade Center Memorial.
Guests are invited to visit The Avenue Viera’s World Trade Center Memorial site, located across from AMC Theatres, any time during center hours. Flowers and flags will be provided for guests to leave at the site or take with them in memory of the fallen.

STPS Turtle Krawl 5K
2025-09-13 07:30 - 12:00 (America/Halifax) | Nance Park, 201 N Miramar Ave, Indialantic, FL, 32903, United States
The Sea Turtle Preservation Society (STPS) has been protecting sea turtles and their habitat in Brevard County for more than 35 years. Our annual Turtle Krawl 5K event provides needed funds to continue the organization’s education and conservation programs.
This year’s Turtle Krawl 5K (our 24th year) will be held live in Indialantic, FL, and virtually on Saturday, Sept. 13, 2025. All race proceeds benefit the Sea Turtle Preservation Society’s mission of “Helping Sea Turtles Survive”. In past years, funds raised have supported numerous efforts to help these protected species. These programs include the Brevard Zoo’s Sea Turtle Healing Center, as well as STPS programs and activities, including rescue and transport of injured sea turtles, nesting surveys, night walks, and other educational outreach programs. In addition, funds have assisted in purchasing satellite transmitters for the UCF marine turtle research program.

Live Jazz Concert by Recording Artist Jeff Rupert
2025-09-14 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 celebrating 40 years of bringing live jazz to Brevard County as saxophonist Jeff Rupert kicks off the 2025-2026 concert season on September 14th.
Jeff Rupert has been a featured soloist on dozens of recordings with artists including Sam Rivers, Mel Tormé, Diane Schuur, Benny Carter, and Maynard Ferguson. He played on Benny Carter’s Harlem Renaissance which won a Grammy. He has also performed with Kevin Mahogany, Ernestine Anderson, Joe Farnsworth, Ray Drummond, Harry Allen, pianist Benny Green, Kenny Drew Jr, trumpeter Michael Philip Mossman, and pianist and singer Judy Carmichael.
Rupert is the leader of The Jazz Professors, a sextet that had top JazzWeek charting hit albums in 2012-2015. Rupert has several releases under his own name including “Lets Sail Away” with Veronica Swift, “Imagination” and “R&D” with pianist Richard Drexler. His third album, “From Memphis to Mobile” was with Kenny Drew, Jr.
He has performed in hundreds of concerts with Sam Rivers, including performances at Lincoln for Ed Bradley’s Jazz from Lincoln Center (broadcast on NPR), the Vision Festival NYC and Columbia University.
Rupert has played at jazz festivals around the world, with dates in Europe, Scandinavia, Japan, Taiwan, Israel, South America, Australia, and New Zealand.
Rupert also leads The “Flying Horse Big Band,” one of the premiere performing ensembles of the UCF Music Department. They have appeared at the Montreux, Switzerland, and the North Sea Jazz Festivals, as well as numerous festival and concert appearances domestically. The group has had six recordings on the national jazz charts.
GENERAL ADMISSION IS PAID AT THE DOOR. $30 for members of the Jazz Society and Veterans Memorial Center, $35 for guests and students are free. Bring your own snack and drink. Tables, chairs and a beautiful view of the river are provided.

Melbourne Municipal Band Concert: Sway With Us!
2025-09-17 19:00 - 2025-09-18 21:00 (America/Halifax) | MELBOURNE AUDITORIUM, 625 E Hibiscus Blvd 32901, Melbourne, FL, 32901
Staci Rosbury, Conductor. Enjoy toe-tapping music that makes you want to get out of your seat and dance! We will have guest dancers performing Mambos and waltzes and more (TBA at a later date), and the audience is invited to get up and hit the dance floor during this FREE concert.
Preshow: Rock & Roll Revue

Belgian Beer Dinner
2025-09-18 18:30 - 21:00 (America/Halifax) | Cafe Margaux, 220 Brevard Ave, Cocoa, FL, 32922, United States
Belgian Beer Dinner Featuring Delirium, La Trappe & Rodenbach! One Night Only – Thursday September 18, 2025. One Seating at 6:30 PM.

Rock the Dock
2025-09-19 18:00 - 2025-09-21 22:00 (America/Halifax) | Dolphins Waterfront Bar & Grill, 310 Lagoon Way, Merritt Island, FL, 32953, United States
Rock the Dock is Back. Our 3rd annual Overwater Music Festival is Free at Dolphins Grill September 19-21. Hope to see you there.

Green Gables Harvest Festival
2025-09-20 09:00 - 15:00 UTC | Green Gables, 1501 S Harbor City Blvd, Melbourne, FL, 32901, United States
Unwrap Autumn’s Delights at the 8th Annual Green Gables Harvest Festival
1501 S. Harbor City Blvd., Melbourne, FL 32901
Saturday, September 20th 9 AM to 3 PM
FREE ADMISSION
Tours of Green Gables available for $10 donation; Children 12 and under are free
ART / CRAFTS / LIVE MUSIC / FOOD TRUCKS / CHILDRENS ACTIVITIES / VENDORS
Parking at the Reflections Office Building to the North of Green Gables

Girls in Aviation Day 2025
2025-09-20 10:00 - 13:00 (America/Halifax) | Sheltair, 140 S Apollo Blvd, Melbourne, FL, 32901, United States
A FREE fun-filled day for young girls celebrating the world of aviation. Explore Static displays, enjoy hands-on activities, hear from inspiring guest speakers, and treat yourself to some delicious Ice Cream! Whether you are a future pilot or just love airplanes, there is something for everyone.

Cocoa Village Sidewalk Sale
2025-09-20 10:00 - 15:00 (America/Halifax) | HISTORIC COCOA VILLAGE, HISTORIC COCOA VILLAGE 9 Stone St, Cocoa, FL, 32922
“Leave it to Bargains” at the Cocoa Village Sidewalk Sale!
Cocoa Village boutiques, art galleries, jewelry stores, and consignment shops are bringing their sale racks to the sidewalks at this yard-sale-style shopping event!
Pick up a map at one of 3 starting locations: Bobbi’s at Parkside, Lucia Jewelry, or Village Cycle Shoppe
Follow the map to 20+ participating Sidewalk Sale locations to score awesome deals and win prizes for shopping!
For every $10 spent (up to $100 per location) earn a raffle ticket towards a basket of goodies filled with gifts from Cocoa Village businesses.
Visit every participating location and receive the signature of each one to submit your map as a ticket to a special basket reserved for those with the gumption!
You must turn in your raffle tickets by 3:00PM at Milpa Tacos y Tortillas for the drawing.

End of Summer Party
2025-09-20 12:00 - 16:00 (America/Halifax) | Space Coast Harley Davidson, 1440 Sportsman Lane NE, Palm Bay, FL, 32905, United States
Join us as we bid farewell to summer at Space Coast Harley-Davidson on Saturday, September 20 from 12-4p! We’ll have Live Music featuring Rising Lion, bikini bike wash, vendors and good food by Like Grandma’s Kitchen and SpaceCat’s Kitchen, plus, check out Bonehead Beard Care! Don’t miss out on the chance to mingle with fellow riders and enjoy the last days of summer in style.
