Visit Space Coast

Swan Lake
2026-03-01 20:00 - 22:30 (America/Halifax) | MAXWELL C. KING CENTER FOR THE PERFORMING ARTS, 3865 N Wickham Rd, Melbourne, FL, 32935
Classical Arts Entertainment, State Ballet Theatre of Ukraine and your Space Coast Symphony Orchestra bring the matchless beauty of Swan Lake to the stage at The King Center. Swan Lake is a timeless masterpiece of classical ballet, featuring a moonlit lake, swan maidens, and true love. Accompanied by one of Tchaikovsky’s most famous and memorable scores, Swan Lake tells the story of Prince Siegfried’s love for Odette, a beautiful princess turned into a swan by a sorcerer’s curse. With over 200 custom scenery pieces adding grandeur and beauty, this production promises to be a spectacular visual treat. Book your tickets now and be transported into a world of enchantment, where the beauty of dance and the power of love intertwine in a truly captivating performance. Live orchestral music, elegant costumes, an unparalleled setting and aspiring talent all come together for a Swan Lake that is sure to enchant audiences of all ages with its story, beauty, and splendor.

City of Palm Bay's Multicultural Festival
2026-03-06 17:00 - 2026-03-07 15:00 UTC | Fred Poppe Regional Park, 1951 Malabar Rd NW, Palm Bay, FL, 32907, United States
Join us at Fred Poppe Regional Park for the Fifth Annual Palm Bay Multicultural Festival, presented by the City of Palm Bay. This free community event celebrates global cultures through music, dance, food, art, and hands-on activities from around the world.
Enjoy live entertainment, a fun-filled Kids’ Zone, delicious food trucks, and unique local vendors.
New this year, experience our inaugural Art Show in collaboration with the Brevard Cultural Alliance, on display at the Ted Whitlock Community Center Gym in celebration of America’s 250th Anniversary. The Art Show opens Friday, March 6, from 5–8 p.m., and continues during the festival on Saturday, March 7, from 11 a.m.–3 p.m. Celebrate culture, creativity, and community with family and friends!

ACS Gateway to Space
2026-03-07 07:30 - 13:00 (America/Halifax) | Kennedy Space Center Visitor Complex, Space Commerce Way, Merritt Island, FL, 32953, United States
In partnership with Space Florida the 10th Annual Gateway to Space 5K/10K will take place on March 7th, 2026 on the iconic Launch and Landing Facility (formerly known as Shuttle Landing Facility) at Kennedy Space Center. Join us on the ‘out of this world’ start line and keep your eyes open on the course for your chance to see landing marks from the shuttles of our past.

59th Grant Seafood Festival
2026-03-07 09:00 - 2026-03-08 17:00 UTC | Grant Seafood Festival, 4580 1st Street, Grant, FL, 32949, United States
A beloved local tradition with community spirit, amazing seafood, live continuous entertainment, over 200 arts and crafts exhibitors, free admission and free parking. 100% volunteer driven with all proceeds going directly back into the community to fund scholarships, community projects and children’s programs.

Green Gables Historic Home Open House Saturdays
2026-03-07 10:00 - 14:00, 2026-03-14 10:00 - 14:00, 2026-03-21 10:00 - 14:00, 2026-03-28 10:00 - 14:00, 2026-04-04 10:00 - 14:00, 2026-04-11 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

Cocoa Village Spring Fine Art & Craft Fair
2026-03-07 10:00 - 2026-03-08 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 and the beautiful waterfront park 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.
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-5PMSunday 10AM-4PM
Free Parking at various lots along Florida Avenue.
Pet-Friendly (Pets must be well-behaved, on-leash, and picked up after).

9th Annual St. Practice Day Pub Crawl
2026-03-07 17:00 - 22:00 UTC | Iron Oak Post, 2023 Melbourne Ct, Melbourne, FL, 32901, United States
9th Annual St. Practice Day Pub Crawl.
Beating the Leprechauns at their own game! Get your Blarney on! Five (5) drinks $18 in advance or $25 day of. 50/50 Drawing for The Children’s Hunger Project AND multiple door prizes!
Starts at Iron Oak Post, 2023 Melbourne Court, Melbourne, FL 32901

50's Sock Hop
2026-03-07 18:00 - 22:00 (America/Halifax) | Cocoa Beach Country Club, 5000 Tom Warriner Blvd, Cocoa Beach, FL, 32931, United States
A ticketed event and fundraiser for Cocoa Beach Main Street, 501c3. Join us for a fun night celebrating the 1950’s. Dress in your best 1950’s party clothes. There will be a lip sync and costume contest, root beer floats, dinner, and cash bar. Live entertainment throughout the night with the Let’s Dance troupe, Cocoa Beach High School Drama Club, and DJ JP will be spinning 50’s tunes! All proceeds raised go to Cocoa Beach Main Street a 501c3 organization dedicated to preserving downtown Cocoa Beach and the community.

Jazz Concert by Bassist Ron Pirtle & Friends
2026-03-08 14:00 - 16:00 (America/Halifax) | Brevard Veterans Memorial Center, 400 S Sykes Creek Pkwy, Merritt Island, FL, 32952, United States
Ron Pirtle is “one of the most sought after bassists in Brevard County”, according to Florida Today news.
He is an Ohio farm boy by heritage, a retired mail carrier, and an exceptional bass player. His music journey began at the age of 12 when his parents gave him an electric bass guitar. His brother played lead guitar, so the two boys formed a rock and roll band. Ron’s proficiency grew with the music and his bass, and soon he was much in demand by other bands. Ron traveled throughout Ohio and neighboring Pennsylvania, playing music.
He discovered blues and jazz when he worked with an older blues piano player and switched to upright acoustic bass. From there, he nurtured his talent and love for this pure American art form.
Currently, Ron works a couple of regular weekly night club gigs and takes other dates when they come available. He leads his own jazz group, the Ron Pirtle Quintet, and has recorded a CD, “Gettin’ in the Groove”, with that group. In the meantime, Ron can be heard playing his bass all over Central Florida.
General admission is paid at the door. $30 for members of the Jazz Society and Brevard Veterans Memorial Center. $35 for guests and students are FREE. Bring your own food and drinks, Tables, chairs and a beautiful view of the river are provided.

Zoo Careers - Adult Program
2026-03-14 10:00 - 12:00 (America/Halifax) | BREVARD ZOO, 8225 N. Wickham Rd, Melbourne, FL, 32935, United States
Ever wonder what it takes to work at a Zoo? Come behind-the-scenes, experience some of our most hands-on Zoo jobs and meet the teams that form the backbone of the Zoo’s daily operations. Be prepared to get your hands dirty!
Price: $23 member $28 non member
Time: 10:00am – 12:00:pm
Meeting Point: Education Gate # 6 to the right of main zoo entrance.
All participants must be ages 18
Our programs are designed to be active and hands-on with most activities taking place outside. We recommend dressing to be comfortable outside in the weather conditions and ask that all participants bring a water bottle. Close-toed shoes are required.

BSO Exclusively Tchaikovsky
2026-03-14 14:00 - 16:00 (America/Halifax) | KING CENTER FOR THE PERFORMING ARTS, 3865 N Wickham Rd, Melbourne, FL, 32935
Tchaikovsky not only captured the depth of human emotion in his music, but also the sense of fate we all feel. This all-Tchaikovsky concert welcomes pianist Natasha Paremski for Tchaikovsky’s dynamic and virtuosic Piano Concerto No. 1. The BSO closes the concert with Tchaikovsky’s powerful and expressive Symphony No. 4.
Matinee Performance: 2:00pm – 4:00pm, Evening Performance: 7:30pm – 9:30pm

Space Coast Hot Air Balloon Festival
2026-03-20 17:00 - 2026-03-21 23:00 (America/Halifax) | SPACE COAST DAILY PARK, 5775 Stadium Parkway, Melbourne, FL, 32940
SPACE COAST — GET READY! This is a BUCKET LIST weekend you don’t want to miss!
March 20–21, 2026
Gates open at 5:00 PM
What’s in store: Colorful Hot Air Balloons, Ride in a REAL tethered Hot Air Balloon!! Only $35!
Live DJs & music all night, Food trucks, vendors & festival favorites, Shopping, family fun & Kids Zone activities, Nightly Grand Finale (9PM) Hot Air Balloon Glow + Laser Show, Music-synced visuals, Coordinated balloon burns, Crowd countdowns, Bring chairs & blankets and make it your perfect night under the stars.
Tickets are LIMITED — this WILL sell out!

17th Annual Children’s Charities Golf Scramble
2026-03-21 08:30 - 16:00 (America/Halifax) | Rockledge Country Club, 1591 S Fiske Blvd, Rockledge, 32955, United States
Golfers and sponsors needed! 18 holes of golf, cart, lunch, and awards, plus more! Helicopter ball drop, putting contest, longest drive competition, raffles, and so much more, with proceeds benefitting the children of Brevard.

Poocharella
2026-03-21 10:00 - 15:00 UTC | WICKHAM PARK, WICKHAM PARK 2500 Parkway Dr, Melbourne, FL, 32935
Join us for our 5th annual Poocharella -Fest Fur the Dogs-! There will be a lot of pet specialty vendors, food trucks, a Best in Rescue contest, the SwiftPaws lure courses, live music, beer and more! Mark your calendar to take your friends, fur babies, family members, and kids to Wickham Park on Saturday, March 21st from 10am to 3pm!

Art Wave Festival
2026-03-21 10:00 - 2026-03-22 16:00 UTC | DOWNTOWN COCOA BEACH, 20 N. Brevard Avenue, Cocoa Beach, FL, 32931
Featured Artist will be creating their unique works of art during the 2 day festival, Saturday and Sunday 10am – 4pm both days, while other vendors showcase and sell their unique crafts. Live music in the park, food trucks, local shops and restaurant’s open and ready for your visit. In partnership and guidance with Breakers Art Gallery.

Adult Night Hike : Nocturnal Senses
2026-03-21 18:30 - 20:30 (America/Halifax) | BREVARD ZOO, 8225 N. Wickham Rd, Melbourne, FL, 32935, United States
Nocturnal Senses – March 21
Discover how animals thrive in the dark during this illuminating after-hours adventure! From echolocation to night vision and powerful scent tracking, explore the extraordinary senses that help nocturnal creatures navigate—and dominate—the nighttime world.
Price: $23 member $28 non member
Time: 6:30pm – 8:30:pm
Meeting Point: Education Gate # 6 to the right of main zoo entrance.
All participants must be ages 18+
Our programs are designed to be active and hands-on with most activities taking place outside. We recommend dressing to be comfortable outside in the weather conditions and ask that all participants bring a water bottle. Close-toed shoes are required.
Contact E-mail – edregistrar@brevardzoo.org
Cost – $23.00 – $28.00 per Participant

Rodgers & Hammerstein’s Carousel: A Concert
2026-03-21 19:00 - 21:30 (America/Halifax) | Satellite High School Performing Arts Center, 300 Scorpion Court, Satellite Beach, FL, 32937, United States
Your Space Coast Symphony Orchestra presents one of the most beloved American musicals of all time, Rodgers & Hammerstein’s Carousel. This iconic work celebrated its 80th anniversary in 2025. Featuring unforgettable songs including “If I Loved You” and “You’ll Never Walk Alone,” this timeless Broadway classic has been praised for its poignant storyline, memorable characters, and unforgettable score. Rarely heard in its original full-scale orchestration, SCSO’s concert production, with limited theatrical elements, showcases the music above all else. Set in a seaside town in Maine, Carousel follows the love story of Billy Bigelow, a handsome but troubled carousel barker, and Julie Jordan, a young mill worker. It is the enduring tale of love, redemption, and the struggle to find our place in the world.
Tickets are $35 in advance for adults, available through the orchestra website at SpaceCoastSymphony.org or at Marine Bank & Trust in Suntree. Tickets at the door are $40. Concertgoers aged 18 and under or with a college ID are admitted free to every SCSO concert. In keeping with their mission, the symphony provides a unique Symphony for Everyone ticketing program, a “pay-what-you-can” option designed to provide substantially discounted admission to any Space Coast Symphony concert.

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.

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.

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..

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.

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.
