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Holidays in Space
2025-12-20 09:00 - 2025-12-30 19:00 (America/Halifax) | Kennedy Space Center Visitor Complex, Space Commerce Way, Merritt Island, FL, 32953, United States
Holidays in Space Returns to Kennedy Space Center Visitor Complex
Celebrate the season with brand-new experiences you won’t find anywhere else. Our Holidays in Space protagonist “Starflake” takes to the sky in an all-new drone show, paired with an original symphonic score. Watch hundreds of drones light up the night sky as Starflake journeys from Earth to orbit and beyond.
Showtime: Nightly at 6:50 PM, December 21-30 (excluding Christmas Day)
Location: Rocket Garden
Included with admission
Upgrade for Premium Drone Show Viewing
For an elevated experience, purchase a Holidays in Space premium viewing ticket. Get the best view with rooftop access at Gateway: The Deep Space Launch Complex®. Stay tuned for information on this exclusive experience!
Join us for Kennedy Under the Stars: Holiday Edition on December 19 and 20 and be among the first to see this all-new show. Learn more about this galactic evening event. This event requires a special ticket.
More to Explore
Celebrate the season with an all-new holiday scavenger hunt, fun for all ages. Explore the themed trees and solve clues that lead to a hidden word. Once complete and before you leave for the day, present your answers to the team inside the information building to receive a festive prize.
Plus, the visitor complex is donned with festive décor this holiday season. Be sure to check out:
The massive 50-foot tree, Space-themed decorated holiday trees sponsored by Lockheed Martin and Florida Tech, Photogenic six-foot-tall astronaut nutcrackers, Iconic NASA holiday ornament monument, And so much more!
Find other experiences and tips for visiting during this busy time of year at our Holidays in Space seasonal page.
Holidays in Space is included with admission.

Green Gables Historic Home Open House Saturdays
2025-12-20 10:00 - 14:00, 2025-12-27 10:00 - 14:00, 2026-01-03 10:00 - 14:00, 2026-01-10 10:00 - 14:00, 2026-01-17 10:00 - 14:00, 2026-01-24 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

WFIT Presents: The Winter Waves Music Festival at Intracoastal Brewing Company!
2025-12-20 11:00 - 22:00 (America/Halifax) | Intracoastal Brewing Company, 652 W Eau Gallie Blvd, Melbourne, FL, 32935, United States
Get ready for a day full of local brews, live performances, and festive fun!
Live Performances By:
Gary Lazer Eyes, Miranda Realino, Ravenous Tanuki, Bob Sima & Angelina Buccio – winner of the WFIT Winter Song Contest!
Delicious Eats
Surprise Beer Releases
CHRISTMAS TREE TOSS – an Intra Tradition!
Registration: 5-6pm || Toss: 6-7pm
We’ll also be featuring raffles throughout the day, and so much more. Follow along on Facebook & Instagram for all the updates! This event is open to all ages and FREE!

Sweaters & Sway Holiday Trivia at Intracoastal Brewing Company
2025-12-22 19:00 - 21:00 (America/Halifax) | Intracoastal Brewing Company, 652 W Eau Gallie Blvd, Melbourne, FL, 32935, United States
Sweaters & Swag Holiday Trivia at Intracoastal Brewing Company!
It’s Trivia Night – Holiday Style!
Join us for a festive evening of holiday-themed general knowledge trivia! Wear your favorite Christmas sweaters, hats, or other holiday attire — extra points awarded for dressing in theme, individually or as a team.
Enjoy holiday music, fun questions, and the chance to show off your seasonal smarts. Gather your crew, get creative, and come celebrate the season with us!

Surfing Santas
2025-12-24 08:00 - 12:00 UTC | Coconuts on the Beach, 2 Minutemen Causeway, Cocoa Beach, FL, 32931, United States
You’re invited to join in on this Cocoa Beach tradition that brings hundreds of surfers to the beach… dressed up as Santa, Surfing Santas 2025! We’re looking forward to this event being our best one yet.
What started out as a small, family day in Cocoa Beach has turned into a global phenomenon. People from all over congregate on Christmas Eve in Cocoa Beach to celebrate the holidays with Santa, friends, and family. Whether you surf or you’re looking to join in the holiday spirit, there’s no other beach having this much fun on Christmas Eve!
This event is family-friendly, costume-encouraged, and extremely festive. Tell your friends, don’t forget your Santa hat, see you there

Surfin' Mingle 2025
2025-12-24 08:00 - 13:00 (America/Halifax) | DOWNTOWN COCOA BEACH, 20 N. Brevard Avenue, Cocoa Beach, FL, 32931
Stop and mingle with friends after Surfing Santas. There will be food trucks and unique vendors for all those last minute shoppers.

Sleeping Beauty
2025-12-28 20:00 - 22:30 (America/Halifax) | MAXWELL C. KING CENTER FOR THE PERFORMING ARTS, 3865 N Wickham Rd, Melbourne, FL, 32935
Your Space Coast Symphony returns to The King Center in a collaborative performance of Tchaikovsky’s The Sleeping Beauty presented by Classical Arts Entertainment and the State Ballet Theatre of Ukraine. Be transported to a magical kingdom through a spellbinding tale filled with fantastical fairies and ravishing romance, ornate costumes and exquisite sets, and be inspired by the remedy that cures all things—a true love’s kiss. The Sleeping Beauty’s opulent sets, lavish costumes, and fairies that fly are joined by Tchaikovsky’s treasured score to create a happily-ever-after treat for all ages.

4th Annual New Years Eve Shark Drop & Block Party
2025-12-31 19:00 - 2026-01-01 00:00 (America/Halifax) | Tropics Cocktail Bar & Kitchen, 1 S Atlantic Ave, Cocoa Beach, FL, 32931, United States
Cocoa Beach is set to make waves this New Year’s Eve as the 4th Annual Shark Drop returns to Tropics, Cat5, Hunkerdown, and its neighboring venues like Coconuts on the Beach, transforming downtown into the Space Coast’s ultimate countdown celebration destination.
Highlights of the 2025 Shark Drop Celebration:
The Midnight Shark Drop: A dazzling hammerhead shark, sparkling with lights, lowers over the Tropics outdoor main stage as the clock strikes midnight.
Five Party Zones Across Three Bars: Tropics, Cat 5, and Hunkerdown will combine to host five themed areas, each with its own unique vibe—including a spectacular outdoor tent party space.
Live Entertainment: A live band keeps the energy high at Hunkerdown, while Tropics and Cat 5 share a high-energy DJ dance floor to carry the countdown into the new year.
VIP Experiences: Exclusive reserved tables at Tropics offer premium seating, bottle service, and the best views of the night. (Pricing and booking details at https://sharkdropnye.com.)
Signature Cocktail – “The Hammerhead Fizz”: A one-night-only tropical cocktail designed to celebrate Cocoa Beach’s shark-themed countdown in style.
Midnight Champagne Toast: Raise a glass as the shark drops and confetti fills the air.
Photo Opportunities Everywhere: Instagram-ready backdrops, confetti showers, and the dazzling Shark Drop itself—perfect for capturing memories.
Block Party Atmosphere: Thousands of locals and visitors gather across an entire block of Cocoa Beach’s nightlife for a celebration that grows bigger every year.

Rock & Roll Revue: 2025 New Year's Eve Gala Dinner & Dance
2025-12-31 19:30 - 2026-01-01 00:30 (America/Halifax) | HILTON MELBOURNE, 200 Rialto Pl, Melbourne, FL, 32901
7:30 – 8:30. Social Hour. Begin 3-hour Open Bar
8:30 – 9:30. Dinner with your choice of Chicken Piccata or Mahi with Pineapple Rum Sauce.
Dinner show with the Swingtimers Trio.
9:30 – 12:30. Dancing to the fabulous Rock & Roll Revue
Champagne toast at midnight with Times Square ball drop.
$150 per person
Want to stay overnight? Click the link for a special room rate at the Hilton.
https://www.hilton.com/en/attend-my-event/mlbmhhf-90a-36e785e0-50fc-43b9-916b-862f045addcc/

Hotel Melby's 3rd Annual New Years Eve Event
2025-12-31 21:00 - 2026-01-01 01:00 (America/Halifax) | Hotel Melby, 801 E Strawbridge Ave, Melbourne, FL, 32901, United States
Ring in 2026 at Hotel Melby with an unforgettable night of celebration and style—setting the perfect tone for an incredible year ahead!

The Yale Spizzwinks (?) in Concert
2026-01-03 19:00 - 21:00 (America/Halifax) | Satellite High School Performing Arts Center, 300 Scorpion Court, Satellite Beach, FL, 32937, United States
The critically acclaimed and world famous Spizzwinks return to Central Florida to present a fun and exciting program. Recent Spizzwink performances include audiences at ESPN, Carnegie Hall, Disney World, St. Patrick’s Cathedral, Severance Hall, and the White House. Maintaining a broad repertoire of exclusively original arrangements from the past 112 years – jazz standards, ballads, show tunes, pop and rock music, and humorous numbers – the Spizzwinks are sure to please. No Spizzwinks performance would be complete, however, without a generous dose of our choreography and unique brand of humor. It is this perfect blend of humor, musicality and showmanship that leaves audiences the world over begging for more. In recent years, their fan club has grown to include Senator John Kerry, Magic Johnson, Henry Kissinger, Kelsey Grammer, George Pataki, and Fred Savage. The Spizzwinks(?) are America and the world’s oldest underclassman a cappella group. In an age before iPods or reality TV, when the only way to hear singing without instruments was in the shower, the Spizzwinks showed the world that a bunch of college guys sporting sweet harmonies and a perplexing name was a winning combination. That’s right – they liked a cappella before it was cool. Don’t miss the returning Yale Spizzwinks in Concert!

Winter Market at Nancy Higgs Park
2026-01-06 09:00 - 14:00 (America/Halifax) | Nancy Higgs Park, 500 Old Florida Trail, Melbourne Beach, FL, 32951, United States
Come join us for our Winter Market at Nancy Higgs Community Center! There will be food trucks, fresh baked bread and food items, local artisans, produce and more!
There will be three winter market dates:
December 9
January 6
February 10

Health First Fight Child Hunger 5K 2026
2026-01-10 08:00 - 12:00 (America/Halifax) | VIERA HIGH SCHOOL, 6103 Stadium Pkwy, Melbourne, FL, 32940
10 YEARS. ONE COMMUNITY. ONE POWERFUL CAUSE!
Get ready for the 10th Annual Health First Fight Child Hunger 5K—where our community comes together to make sure kids in Brevard County don’t go hungry! This impactful race raises essential funds for The Children’s Hunger Project and The Sharing Center of Central Brevard, two local nonprofits working every day to provide nutritious meals to children who need them most.
This family-friendly Run/Walk is all about fun, community, and purpose—creating unforgettable memories while making a real, life-changing difference for children facing hunger right here at home.
And this year’s event will be our BIGGEST yet!
Your registration includes: Event T-shirt, a delicious pancake breakfast, finisher medal, awards ceremony & music, vendor booths & goodie bags.
Run it. Walk it. Team up. Cheer loud.
Every step brings hope. Every mile helps feed a child. Join us and help fight child hunger—one step at a time!

Space Coast Renaissance Fair
2026-01-10 10:00 - 2026-01-11 18:00 (America/Halifax) | SPACE COAST DAILY PARK, 5775 Stadium Parkway, Melbourne, FL, 32940
Spanning two joyous weekends in January, the celebration will be filled with thrilling tournaments, bountiful feasting, lively music, and endless laughter. The finest merchants, most talented entertainers, and masterful cooks from across the realms have been summoned to make this the most magnificent celebration yet!
Among the honored guests is none other than the Sheriff of Nottingham—drawn to Viera by both the Count and Countess’ legendary hospitality and the promise of his monthly fee for protecting the land from the infamous Robin Hood and his so-called band of outlaws. The Count and Countess graciously welcome the Sheriff and his sizable entourage, assuring him that payment will be presented on the grand Chessboard Stage.
But all is not as it seems…
Word has reached Robin Hood and his loyal companions that the Sheriff is playing a double game—impersonating Robin’s men to plunder the people of Viera, all while demanding coin to defend them from the very same threat.
Outraged, Robin vows to confront the Sheriff and reveal his treachery before all.
The stage is set. Loyalties will be tested. Truths will come to light.
Join us for a thrilling game of Battle Chess, where beloved characters from the adventures of Robin Hood face off in a dramatic showdown. Who will outwit the other and claim victory in Viera?
Come and find out!
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Straight-Ahead Jazz Concert by the Larry Brown Quintet
2026-01-11 14:00 - 16:00 UTC | Brevard Veterans Memorial Center, 400 S Sykes Creek Pkwy, Merritt Island, FL, 32952, United States
Straight – ahead live jazz by south Florida pianist LARRY BROWN featuring DAN JORDAN on tenor sax, SCOTT DICKINSON on trumpet, DOUG MATHEWS on bass and CLAUDIO BERARDI on drums. Larry leads one of the most accomplished straight-ahead jazz groups in the Mid-Atlantic area, having performed at An Die Musik, Blues Alley, the Meyerhoff, the Kennedy Center, Montpelier Arts Center and many more. Recognized with Wammie Awards for Best Jazz Group for 2006, 2008, and again for 2009, Larry also received a Wammie for Best Jazz Recording in 2002 for his CD “The Long Goodbye”, recorded at National Public Radio, npr. Larry has appeared on the national jazz cable channel BET On Jazz show “Jazz Discovery” where he won in the instrumentalist category, and has appeared on their show “Jazz Scene” as a featured artist. Larry has also received several Wammie nominations for Best Jazz Instrumentalist, and Best Jazz Recording (“Peace”, “Dryden Street Sessions”).
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 your own food & drinks, Tables, chairs & a beautiful view of the river are provided.

3-2-1 Jazz Orchestra: Jazz, Lies and Alibis
2026-01-14 19:00 - 2026-01-15 21:00 (America/Halifax) | MELBOURNE AUDITORIUM, 625 E Hibiscus Blvd 32901, Melbourne, FL, 32901
FREE CONCERT. Kurt Schulenburg, Conductor. Jazz, Lies & Alibis” is your all-access pass to the swingin’ side of spy games and shady dealings. We’re talking secret agents, sneaky blues, finger-snappin’ chase scenes, and music smooth enough to fool a polygraph. Grab your shades and your best excuse—it’s time to go undercover in style.

National Corvette Restorers Society (NCRS) Winter Regional and TOUR the American Muscle Car Museum
2026-01-16 16:00 - 2026-01-17 19:00 (America/Halifax) | American Muscle Car Museum, 3500 Sarno Rd, Melbourne, FL, 32934, United States
See the corvettes! The annual Florida Winter Regional will include a large swap meet, vendor area, and food trucks. The American Muscle Car Museum will be open during the listed hours for a $30 per person donation at-the-door to help support the local non-profit, Florida Wildlife Hospital.

2026 Edgewood Project Graduation Golf Tournament
2026-01-17 07:00 - 13:00 (America/Halifax) | Rockledge Country Club, 1591 S Fiske Blvd, Rockledge, 32955, United States
2026 Edgewood Project Graduation Golf Tournament
Format: 4-Person Scramble
Cost: $100 per player • $400 per team
Schedule:
7:00 AM – Registration + Driving Range
8:30 AM – Shotgun Start
Lunch & Awards immediately following
We are looking for players and sponsors!
Player Entry Includes:
Greens fees & golf cart, Range balls prior to play, Lunch, Closest to the Pin & Longest Drive contests
Optional Add-On ($20 Mulligan Bag):
2 Mulligans (1 traditional + 1 “throw”), 6-inch string (single use), 4 raffle tickets, Putting contest entry

45th Annual Space Coast Seashell Festival
2026-01-17 09:30 - 2026-01-18 16:00 UTC | Wickham Park Community Center, 2815 Leisure Way, Melbourne, FL, 32935, United States
FREE ADMISSION: The Festival will have Seashells from all around the world including our local area and the state of Florida. We will have Vendors selling shells and Scientific and Artistic Exhibits. Door Prizes & Raffles & a great KIDS corner.

The Original Florida Key Lime Pie Festival
2026-01-17 10:00 - 18:00 (America/Halifax) | Brevard Veterans Memorial Center, 400 S Sykes Creek Pkwy, Merritt Island, FL, 32952, United States
The Original Florida Key Lime Pie Festival will return on Saturday, January 17, 2026, at the newly constructed Amphitheater at Brevard Veterans Memorial Park in Merritt Island, Florida.
Founded in 2012, the beloved annual festival has long celebrated the Sunshine State’s Official Pie and all things “Made in Florida.” After several years of anticipation, organizers are thrilled to host the event at Brevard County’s newest entertainment venue, offering expanded space, upgraded amenities, and the perfect setting for this one-of-a-kind Florida tradition.
“The Florida Key Lime Pie Festival is all about celebrating our state’s vibrant flavors, people, and spirit,” said Louie Morehead of The Florida Key Lime Pie Company of Cocoa Beach. “This new amphitheater gives us an amazing opportunity to elevate the experience for everyone – locals and visitors alike.”
Festival-goers can expect a full day of family-friendly fun, featuring:
• The Famous Key Lime Pie Contests, including the Key Lime Pie Eating Contest, Key Lime Pie Hula Hoop Contest, and Key Lime Pie Toss Contest.
• Live Music and Street Performers entertaining throughout the park.
• Over 20 Food Trucks serving local favorites and tropical-inspired treats.
• Local Artisans and Vendors showcasing Florida-made goods.
• Special Demonstrations by the Brevard County Sheriff’s Office Bomb Squad and K-9 Unit.
The festival draws thousands each year and has become a signature event for Florida’s Space Coast, attracting food lovers, families, and tourists from across the region.

Flutter Fest - Brevard Zoo
2026-01-18 10:00 - 15:00 (America/Halifax) | BREVARD ZOO, 8225 N. Wickham Rd, Melbourne, FL, 32935, United States
Celebrate our native pollinators at Flutter Fest! Enjoy guided horticulture tours of the Zoo, learn native plant identification, experience hands-on pollinator activities and more.
Activities included with Zoo admission.

27th Annual Space Coast Birding & Wildlife Festival
2026-01-21 12:00 - 2026-01-24 18:00 UTC | RADISSON RESORT AT THE PORT, 8701 Astronaut Blvd, Cape Canaveral, FL, 32920
The Space Coast Birding & Wildlife Festival returns this January to celebrate its 27th year. Join fellow thousand birders, photographers, naturalists, and nature-curious travelers on Florida’s Space Coast and immerse yourself in the region’s extraordinary habitats, iconic wildlife, and thriving conservation community.
What began as a grassroots effort to showcase the unparalleled biodiversity of the Space Coast has grown into a premier national event known for its world-class field trips, expert-led workshops, inspiring keynote presentations, and dynamic exhibit halls filled with optics brands, tour companies, conservation groups, and nature-focused organizations.
EXPO HALLS ARE FREE AND OPEN TO THE PUBLIC WEDNESDAY TO FRIDAY FROM 12PM-6PM AND SATURDAY FROM 10AM-6PM.

Rock & Roll Revue: Rockin' the Village!
2026-01-23 19:30 - 21:30 (America/Halifax) | Cocoa Village Playhouse, 300 Brevard Ave, Cocoa, FL, 32922, United States
Art Martin, Conductor. Get ready to groove to the timeless hits of the 1950’s, 1960’s and 1970’s as Art Martin leads the Melbourne Municipal Band’s “Rock & Roll Revue” in a high-energy performance that will transport you back to the golden age of rock & roll.
$35.00 each

BSO Mozart Meets Rossini
2026-01-24 14:00 - 16:00 (America/Halifax) | KING CENTER FOR THE PERFORMING ARTS, 3865 N Wickham Rd, Melbourne, FL, 32935
Excitement and drama take center stage. Rossini’s lively The Italian Girl in Algiers sets a spirited tone. Violinist Siwoo Kim shines in Bruch’s Violin Concerto No. 1 and leads to a powerful finale with Mozart’s dramatic Symphony No. 40.
Matinee Performance: 2:00pm – 4:00pm, Evening Performance: 7:30pm – 9:30pm

Zipline at Night at Brevard Zoo
2026-01-24 17:00 - 19:30 (America/Halifax) | BREVARD ZOO, 8225 N. Wickham Rd, Melbourne, FL, 32935, United States
Ever wonder what keeps you on the ground—or lets you soar? Come find out as you experiment with the pull of gravity through hands-on challenges and meet animals who seem to defy the rules that keep us grounded before you end the night with your own after-dark flight on a zip line through the treetops.
Price: Members $30 Nonmember: $35
Meeting Point: Gate 4 in North Parking Lot
Requirements and Restrictions:
Preregistration is required.
All minors must be accompanied by a paying adult.
Age: No one under age 7 will be admitted to the program.
Zip lining Requirements and Restrictions:
Age: No one under age 7 will be admitted to the program.
Height: All guests must be minimum of 56” tall
Measurements: The harness maximum is 250lbs with 48” waist and 26” leg openings.
All guests need to fill out a waiver to participate in the Zip Line adventure, (included with this registration)
Guests under the age of 18: must have a waiver signed by a parent or natural guardian.
Zip lining is not mandatory. Even if you decide not to participate, the waiver needs to be filled out with this registration in case you change your mind the day of the event!
Guests that are pregnant or have underlying health conditions that can put them in danger are strictly prohibited from participating
