Beachside Vacation Rentals

Illumi-Nature at Brevard Zoo
2026-03-13 18:00 - 2026-05-10 21:00 (America/New_York) | BREVARD ZOO, 8225 N. Wickham Rd, Melbourne, FL, 32935, United States
This event will be held select nights, March 13 – May 10 from 7–10 p.m. Please visit our website to learn more.
This spring the Zoo will transform into a night-time wonderland of glimmering lights from more than 1,000 illuminated whimsical displays of animals, flowers, mythical creatures and more. Guests will be immersed in the glow as they stroll through parts of the Zoo including a glowing garden experience on a behind-the-scenes path located off our Wild Florida boardwalk. With sparkling foliage and larger-than-life scenes guiding your path, there’s no telling what surprises are waiting around each corner!
Enhance your experience with themed food, cocktail and mocktail specials, exclusive merch and more. Best of all, your ticket and add-on purchases directly support global conservation and wildlife protection efforts. This event is powered by LuminoCity.

Space Coast Hot Air Balloon Festival
2026-03-20 16:00 - 2026-03-21 22:00 | 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!

Spring Carnival and Market at Micco Park
2026-03-21 08:00 - 13:00 | Micco Park, 9655 Riverview Dr, Micco, FL, 32976, United States
Join South Mainland Community Center for our FREE Spring Carnival & Vendor Market!
Bring the whole family to Micco Park for a day packed with fun, food, and shopping. Enjoy a lively craft fair, food vendors, inflatables, games, and hands-on crafts for kids.
Don’t miss our Egg Hunt beginning at noon, featuring over 1,500 eggs! Shop till you drop at our Vendor Market and make lasting memories with friends and family.
For more information, please call the South Mainland Community Center at (772) 663-8748.

Boots, Beer, Bourbon, & BBQ Music Fest
2026-03-28 11:00 - 21:00 | 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.

Kennedy Under the Stars: Yuri’s Night Edition
2026-04-03 17:00 - 21:00 | Kennedy Space Center Visitor Complex, Space Commerce Way, Merritt Island, FL, 32953, United States
Step into a global celebration of space, unity, and human possibilities as Kennedy Under the Stars joins with Yuri’s Night to host their official East Coast flagship event. This year, the worldwide organization honors the first human in space and the launch of the first Space Shuttle, both with anniversaries on April 12.
For one unforgettable night, the visitor complex transforms into an illuminated, after‑hours experience where space enthusiasts and explorers of all ages gather to enjoy visitor complex attractions after hours, meet veteran astronauts, hear from special guests, and have some fun on the dance floor.
Yuri’s Night parties happen around the world—but only here can you celebrate at America’s premier spaceport.
Tickets for Kennedy Under the Stars: Yuri’s Night Edition will be on sale soon!

Downtown Melbourne Botanical Fest
2026-04-11 07:00 - 15:00 | 1900 Building, 1900 S. Harbor City Blvd, Melbourne, FL, 32901, United States
Step into spring at the 2026 Downtown Melbourne Botanical Fest April 11th, 2026, a vibrant celebration of nature’s beauty! Bursting with color and fragrance, as you browse over 60 unique vendors showcasing the wonders of botanical diversity.
This free, family-friendly event is the perfect way to welcome the season. Enjoy local art, shop downtown for distinctive treasures, and indulge in delicious cuisine—all while soaking in the fresh, lively spirit of spring.

Earth Day Festival
2026-04-18 09:00 - 14:00 | 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.

Ecofest Comic and Toy Expo
2026-05-23 09:00 - 18:00 | Cocoa Civic Center, 430 Delannoy Ave, Cocoa, FL, 32922, United States
EcoFest Comic & Toy Expo is a community-powered celebration of comics, toys, cosplay, movies, games, artists, and pop culture. Powered by Space Coast Comic Con, EcoFest brings fans, creators, collectors, and families together for an awesome day of creativity, fun, and community!

BearFest
2026-06-05 09:00 - 14:00 | BREVARD ZOO, 8225 N. Wickham Rd, Melbourne, FL, 32935, United States
Celebrate National Black Bear Day all weekend with interactive activity stations, hands-on enrichment making opportunities and more.
Plus, enjoy local beer tasting and specialty bear-inspired treats!
Activities included with Zoo admission. Food and beverage available for purchase.
Bear Food Truck (12 – 3 PM): Visit our special “food truck” right outside the bear habitat to chat with our commissary team and learn what our black bears eat each day. 12 – 1 PM: help create enrichments for the bears’ 1 PM camping experience. 1 – 3 PM: make bear-shaped treats for other animals—then stick around and watch as your creations are delivered during enrichment feedings.
Bear vs. Campsite (1PM): Watch our black bears take on the ultimate camping challenge! Listen to a special Florida black bear keeper chat while you watch our bears interact with camping gear filled with enrichment items. If you’d like to help make these enrichment items, be sure to visit the Bear Food Truck between 12 – 1 PM!
Trashcan Races (10 AM – 3 PM): Think you can beat a bear-proof trash can? Put on those bear claws and give it your best shot! Races take place at 11 AM, 12 PM, 1PM and 2 PM. Sign up 15 minutes before each round and compete in one of the most unexpected (and hilarious) challenges of the weekend!
Teddy Bear Clinic (10 AM – 3 PM): Bring your stuffed animal in for a wildlife wellness check! Our Teddy Bear Clinic welcomes all plush patients—not just bears! Experience fun, hands-on veterinary care inspired by real procedures used with our black bears. Every patient leaves with a clean bill of health!
Beer Tasting: Sip, sample and discover your new favorite brew! Enjoy a special beer flight and opportunities to sample brews from local vendors. More details to come!
Bear-y Good Eats: Eat like a black bear all weekend long!
Enjoy specialty menu items inspired by our bears —from cold treats to dishes made with ingredients that match our black bears daily diet! Keep an eye out for sneak peeks as we roll out menu items leading up to the event!

Merritt Island Festival
2026-06-06 16:00 - 2026-06-07 21:00 | Merritt Island Veterans Memorial Amphitheater, 555 Fortenberry Rd, Merritt Island, FL, 32952, United States
The Merritt Island Family Festival is a celebration of our Island community, bringing together local artisans, delicious foods from a wide variety of talented culinary creators, arts & crafts and community vendors, activities reflecting our waterways, ocean‑minded brands for a celebration of Florida’s home called Merritt Island.
Featuring concerts by local bands and world renowned artists. Saturday night features the chart-topping Landon McNamara, the Hawaiian singer‑songwriter known for his soulful blend of reggae, rock, and island vibes as well as his world surfing championship, as he won the 2024 Eddie Aikai trophy. His smooth vocals and positive energy make him a perfect fit for a festival rooted in sun, surf, and good times.
Expect a crowd‑pleasing set that drifts from mellow grooves to big‑smile anthems as the sun goes down.
Legendary reggae band,Inner Circle, with the famous hit “Bad Boys Bad Boys, will perform a concert on Sunday night on the fantastic new amphitheater stage at the wonderful new veterans Park.
Local restaurants from all across the Space Coast, Merritt Island, the Beaches, and Cape Canaveral are invited to participate in the Merritt Island Fest Food Village. Each restaurant will receive frontage space to sell food items and offer tastings that showcase their establishment.
Live demos, surf gear showcases, family‑friendly activities, and a soundtrack that captures the spirit of the coast, Merritt Island Fest is shaping up to be one of the season’s standout gatherings.

Florida Creatives Market
2026-06-13 09:00 - 2026-06-14 15:00 | WICKHAM PARK, WICKHAM PARK 2500 Parkway Dr, Melbourne, FL, 32935
The Florida Creatives Market is taking over Wickham Park for a fun-filled 2-day FREE craft fair packed with local artisans, unique finds, endless goodies, and great vibes!
Enjoy live acoustic music, curated food trucks to shop and snack at (because who doesn’t love that), and a HUGE market filled with vendors and goodies that cater to everyone’s interests!
Don’t miss out on a weekend full of shopping, creativity, and community!
June 13th & 14th, 2026 | 10AM-4PM (Both Days)
Wickham Park | Melbourne, FL
floridacreativesmarket.com
Thank you to out title Sponsor: Crockett the Rocket

Surfers for Autism Cocoa Beach Surf Festival
2026-06-20 07:00 - 15:00 | Alan Shepherd Park, 299 E Cocoa Beach Causeway, Cocoa Beach, FL, 32931, United States
Join Surfers for Autism for our upcoming
Cocoa Beach Surf Festival on June 20th from 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM at Alan Shepard Park! This free community event provides individuals with autism and other disabilities, from children as young as 4 years old through adulthood, the opportunity to experience the joy of surfing in a safe, supportive, and inclusive environment. Lunch will be provided for participants, families, and volunteers. Surfers for Autism merchandise will also be available for purchase, with all donations helping support future events and programs. Participant and volunteer sign-ups open June 6th at noon. We can’t wait to see you at the beach for another unforgettable day of surfing, smiles, and community!
Any questions please reach out to us at info@surfersforautism.org!
Visit our website SurfersforAutism.org to see our other events!

Space Coast Comic Con 2026
2026-06-20 09:00 - 2026-06-21 15:00 | Wickham Park Community Center, 2815 Leisure Way, Melbourne, FL, 32935, United States
Space Coast Comic Con is a family-friendly comic book and pop culture convention held on Florida’s Space Coast. The event brings together comic creators, artists, vendors, toy collectors, cosplay enthusiasts, filmmakers, authors, and fans for a weekend of community and entertainment. Attendees can explore vendor booths, meet special guests, discover independent comics, participate in cosplay, attend panels and workshops, and celebrate the creativity of fandom culture. Space Coast Comic Con is dedicated to supporting local creators while providing an affordable and welcoming convention experience for fans of all ages.

America’s 250 Celebration & Drone Show
2026-07-03 16:00 - 21:00 | 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.

Smoke on the Water & Fire in the Sky
2026-07-03 17:00 - 21:00 | FL
As part of the festivities marking the 250th anniversary of the United States, skies above Port Canaveral will be aglow with color and sound on Friday, July 3, for a fireworks celebration hosted by the Cove Merchants Association at Port Canaveral.
Public viewing of the July 3rd “Smoke on the Water & Fire in the Sky” festivities will be available from The Cove District at Port Canaveral with free parking available at The Cove parking lot for patrons of The Cove restaurants until capacity is reached.
Designated parking areas within Port Canaveral will be available at $15 per vehicle, cash or credit cards accepted. Refer to the below “Parking Overview” map for designated lot locations.
Please note that there are NO public viewing locations on the north side of Port Canaveral (“A” Cruise Terminals and North Cargo Operations) or on any portion of State Road 401.

Cape Canaveral America 250 Celebration
2026-07-05 09:00 - 12:00 | Manatee Sanctuary Park, 701 Thurm Blvd, Cape Canaveral, FL, 32920, United States
America 250th Celebration @ Manatee Sanctuary Park
701 Thurm Blvd, Cape Canaveral, FL 32920
Join your friends, family and neighbors for a community celebration of America’s 250th Birthday!
• Free Admission
• Family Friendly
• Food, games, activities and FREEDOM!

Moon Festival
2026-07-17 08:00 - 2026-07-19 16:00 | Kennedy Space Center Visitor Complex, Space Commerce Way, Merritt Island, FL, 32953, United States
Relive the excitement of 1969 and look ahead to humanity’s next era of lunar exploration during Moon Festival 2026.
Moon Festival at Kennedy Space Center Visitor Complex began as a tribute to the 50th anniversary of Apollo 11—the mission that first carried Americans to the lunar surface. While that legendary moment still inspires us, this year, we also celebrate NASA’s Artemis II mission and its historic lunar flyby.
Join us for a weekend of immersive experiences, vintage vibes, and bold visions of what’s next. From the triumphs of 1969 to the missions shaping our future, Moon Festival brings generations of “Moon Joy” together.
Weekend Highlights:

Vintage Photo Ops: Capture the moment in your best vintage attire with themed photo stations throughout the complex
Live Performances: Enjoy music by The Vocalitas, a swing-era and mid-century acappella group
Interactive Activities in Atlantis: Create your own Orion splashdown capsule, design tin foil hats, and color your way through space history
Lunar Rover Photo Ops: Snap a picture with the lunar rover at the Apollo/Saturn V Center
Comedy with Astro & Orbit: Catch this space-themed duo at the People’s Moon installation multiple times during the day
Apollo to Artemis Presentations: Listen to expert-led talks on NASA’s Artemis Campaign and our return to the Moon at 1 pm, 2 pm, and 3 pm
Salute to America pyrotechnics show on Friday and Saturday night

From Apollo to Artemis, explore the milestones that brought us here — and the missions that will take us further.
All activities are included in admission.

American Aviation Weekend
2026-07-31 08:00 - 2026-08-02 16:00 | Kennedy Space Center Visitor Complex, Space Commerce Way, Merritt Island, FL, 32953, United States
American Aviation Weekend is a three-day celebration of flight, innovation, and the people who explore the skies. Experience the spirit of American aviation through a breathtaking aircraft flyover, special guests, and unique activities for the family.
Save the date for announcements on expert presentations, aircraft featured in the flyover, and the return of the VIP Gateway rooftop viewing experience.

The Rise of The Pyrate Republic
2026-10-03 10:00 - 20:00 | Barefoot Bay Recreation District, 625 Barefoot Blvd, Sebastian, FL, 32976, United States
For the first time ever, the legendary Pyrate Republic is open to the public — and it’s takin’ over beautiful Barefoot Bay for a full day of high-seas adventure!
Set against a breathtaking lakefront backdrop, this spectacular celebration unfolds poolside at a stunning Polynesian-style resort, overlooking the water. Sunshine, swaying palms, rolling waves of music, flowing rum, and nonstop action await ye from morning ‘til night!
Prepare for a Full Day of Swashbuckling Fun:

Live music all day long to keep the deck rockin’
A thrilling Pirate Invasion you won’t see comin’
A Treasure Hunt fit for the boldest buccaneers
A fiery Pirate Dance Troupe
A Best-Dressed Pirate Contest (Dress to impress… or to plunder!) A legendary crowning of the Pyrate King and Queen
Mouthwatering food & spirits — and yes… LOTS OF RUM!

Headlining the Lake Stage | 5 PM – 9 PM
The waters will thunder when Joe Calautti’s band Juiced storms the stage as The Flying Cannonballs! Expect high-energy, crowd-rockin’ pirate anthems as the sun sets over the lake.
Buccaneer Bazaar | 11 AM – 6 PM
Explore a treasure trove of merchants, craftsmen, and artisans offering one-of-a-kind finds worthy of any captain’s quarters.
This isn’t just an event — it’s an all-day pirate spectacle filled with adventure, music, mischief, and memories in the makin’.
So grab your crew, lace up your boots, hoist the sails, and chart your course for the most exciting pirate party of the year!
Adventure Awaits at the Pyrate Rendezvous!
