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Local Event Guide
LOCAL EVENTS GUIDE FLORIDA CENTRAL COAST
PLEASE NOTE: WE’RE AWARE THAT THESE UNCERTAIN TIMES ARE LIMITING MANY ASPECTS OF LIFE AS WE ALL PRACTICE SOCIAL AND PHYSICAL DISTANCING. DUE TO THE CURRENT OUTBREAK, MANY EVENTS HAVE EITHER BEEN CANCELLED, RESCHEDULED, OR CHANGED TO VIRTUAL EVENTS. PLEASE VERIFY ALL EVENTS PRIOR TO ATTENDING. THANK YOU.
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JUNE
JUNE 11 | MUSIC FESTIVAL SCMF was created with the intention of bringing local bands together with the community while raising money to go towards youth music programs in Brevard. Enjoy a full day of musical acts while supporting your community! For more info visit: https://bit.ly/2OLIgeW
JUNE 18 | WATERLILY FESTIVAL Come celebrate the essence of this historic Garden during the Annual Waterlily Celebration and enjoy one of the state’s largest collections of waterlilies. During the warm summer months, the lilies bring vibrant color in flowers and leaves, and fragrance and texture to the ponds and streams. Enjoy repotting demonstrations, plein air artists creating beautiful works of art, plant vendors, and the annual waterlily photo contest. For more info visit: https://bit.ly/3D0Mzaq
JULY
JULY 4 | INDEPENDENCE DAY The parade will begin at Merritt Island High School, head South on Courtenay Parkway and then East on Merritt Avenue and end at Edgewood Jr/Sr High School. Food trucks and celebration will be held at the Veterans Memorial Center after the parade. For more info visit: https://bit.ly/3N899lF
AUGUST
Aug 20 | Burger Battle Enjoy this all day event featuring special tasting menus, offering you the opportunity to sample a vast variety of all the best from the Space Coast all in one place. All Burger Vendors will be competing to win the title of this year’s best burger, decided by a blind taste-test conducted by a panel of vetted judges! For more info visit: https://bit.ly/3HNJqOn
LOCAL EVENTS GUIDE FLORIDA CENTRAL COAST
PLEASE NOTE: WE’RE AWARE THAT THESE UNCERTAIN TIMES ARE LIMITING MANY ASPECTS OF LIFE AS WE ALL PRACTICE SOCIAL AND PHYSICAL DISTANCING. DUE TO THE CURRENT OUTBREAK, MANY EVENTS HAVE EITHER BEEN CANCELLED, RESCHEDULED, OR CHANGED TO VIRTUAL EVENTS. PLEASE VERIFY ALL EVENTS PRIOR TO ATTENDING. THANK YOU.
SEPTEMBER
SEPT 1 - 4 | MURAL FESTIVAL A culmination of some of the most talented artists all brought to the Space Coast for an art filled event. The first multi-city mural festival on the east coast of its kind. Stay stunned as we live stream the event and mural installations. For more info visit: https://bit.ly/3rU9sGC
SEPT 17 - 18 | PIRATE & CARIBBEAN FESTIVAL A 2-day festival with an abundance of Caribbean foods, tropical drinks, steel drums, Calypso and Reggae, and of course, the fun-loving crews of pirates you have grown to know over the years. There will also be tropical, nautical, and pirate themed vendors to shop as well as plenty of things for the kids like the Little Buccaneer Kids Zone, Living History Pirate Encampment. So come on by for this festival of fun! For more info visit: verobeachpiratefest.com
OCTOBER
OCT 13 - 16 | BIKETOBERFEST Biketoberfest in October and Daytona Bike Week in March are a collection of activities that take place at venues and businesses in cities throughout Volusia County and beyond. Our local hotels, businesses, parks and beaches are open for visitors to enjoy the area’s beautiful October weather and scenic rides. For more info visit: biketoberfest.org
OCT 16 - 17 | ART FEST The Avenue Viera is a unique outdoor lifestyle center concept consisting of a dynamic mix of premier national retailers, select local merchants and specialty restaurants. Artists will be jury-selected to exhibit in this outdoor fine art show to ensure the best of the best. Come enjoy this weekend full of perfectly curated art. For more info visit: spacecoastartfestival.com
OCT 30 | HALLOWEEN FEST Space Coast Halloween Fest is hap-
LOCAL EVENTS GUIDE FLORIDA CENTRAL COAST
PLEASE NOTE: WE’RE AWARE THAT THESE UNCERTAIN TIMES ARE LIMITING MANY ASPECTS OF LIFE AS WE ALL PRACTICE SOCIAL AND PHYSICAL DISTANCING. DUE TO THE CURRENT OUTBREAK, MANY EVENTS HAVE EITHER BEEN CANCELLED, RESCHEDULED, OR CHANGED TO VIRTUAL EVENTS. PLEASE VERIFY ALL EVENTS PRIOR TO ATTENDING. THANK YOU.
pening! Dozens of family-friendly local businesses will be handing out candy and showcasing what they offer. Enjoy free face painting, arts & crafts, photo booth, reptile petting zoo, stage performances and more fun! For more info visit: https://bit.ly/3uej96v
NOVEMBER
NOV 11 - 13 | NATIVE RHYTHMS FESTIVAL This three day family friendly free of admission event celebrates and honors Native American Heritage Month with cultural programs featuring award winning performers, artists and educators providing concerts, exhibitions, and workshops. For more info visit: nativerhythmsfestival.com
NOV 27 | SPACE COAST MARATHON Running Zone Foundation and Space Coast Runners welcome you to the annual running of the Space Coast Marathon and Half Marathon – Florida’s oldest marathon. We invite runners and walkers alike to experience one of the most beautiful USATF certified waterfront courses on the east coast of Florida. For more info visit: https://bit.ly/3dpydGy
DECEMBER
DEC 1 - 31 | CHRISTMAS SPECTACULAR The baby grand will welcome you into the mansion where each year 10 rooms are embellished with all new elaborate designer decorations and 24 nativities from around the world. Decorations are different each year and geared for Adults. Stop by with your family and friends to see all the magical wonders of the season! For more info visit: https://bit.ly/3rz0gL1
DEC 3 | OCEAN REEF BEACH FEST Continuing our annual tradition, the Ocean Reef Beach Festival will be returning! Join us to celebrate the ocean lifestyle in a family atmosphere with fun opportunities for all ages. There will be something for the whole beach community, from educational programs, food
LOCAL EVENTS GUIDE FLORIDA CENTRAL COAST
PLEASE NOTE: WE’RE AWARE THAT THESE UNCERTAIN TIMES ARE LIMITING MANY ASPECTS OF LIFE AS WE ALL PRACTICE SOCIAL AND PHYSICAL DISTANCING. DUE TO THE CURRENT OUTBREAK, MANY EVENTS HAVE EITHER BEEN CANCELLED, RESCHEDULED, OR CHANGED TO VIRTUAL EVENTS. PLEASE VERIFY ALL EVENTS PRIOR TO ATTENDING. THANK YOU.
vendors, live music entertains, and the very best of our local ocean arts community. Have fun; leave with more knowledge and a new appreciation of our ocean, reef, and beach. For more info visit: https://bit.ly/3HH09Tu
JANUARY
JAN 7 - 30 | RENAISSANCE FAIR Gather one and all for the Brevard Renaissance Fair! A full cast of colorful characters fills the lands with music, dancing, and more. With over 100 stage shows daily, varieties of foods and treats, and numerous artisan merchants with handcrafted wares, the Brevard Renaissance Fair invites guests to immerse themselves in a unique experience of history and fantasy! For more info visit: brevardrenaissancefair.com
JAN 14 - 15 | HOME & GARDEN SHOW Melbourne Florida Home Show features exhibitors with fabulous ideas for consumers. Here you’ll find the latest in products and services for home improvement. Visitors meet with professionals to make that next remodeling, renovation, landscaping or decorating project a big success. You will have the opportunity to speak directly with experts and receive advice and inspiration. For more info visit: cityofmelbournehomeshow.com
FEBRUARY
FEB 18 - 19 | STRAWBERRY FEST Enjoy a family fun day full of festivities. Don’t forget all the yummy strawberries. There are so many ways to enjoy this treat like strawberry shortcakes, jams, jellies, and even strawberry wine slushie mixes! For more info visit: melbournefest.com
FEB 19 | DAYTONA 500 Historic performances, spectacular finishes, and amazing memories await you at The Great American Race. Join us for the annual DAYTONA 500 for an experience you will never forget! For more info visit:
daytonainternationalspeedway.com
LOCAL EVENTS GUIDE FLORIDA CENTRAL COAST
PLEASE NOTE: WE’RE AWARE THAT THESE UNCERTAIN TIMES ARE LIMITING MANY ASPECTS OF LIFE AS WE ALL PRACTICE SOCIAL AND PHYSICAL DISTANCING. DUE TO THE CURRENT OUTBREAK, MANY EVENTS HAVE EITHER BEEN CANCELLED, RESCHEDULED, OR CHANGED TO VIRTUAL EVENTS. PLEASE VERIFY ALL EVENTS PRIOR TO ATTENDING. THANK YOU.
MARCH
MARCH 4 | BOTANICAL FEST The Downtown Melbourne Botanical Fest is a family-friendly event that attracts visitors from the region and features lavish landscape designs, garden sculptures, flowers and plants, trees and shrubs, unique gifts, garden-themed art, great food, and much more! For more info visit: https://bit.ly/3yaZvdY
APRIL
APRIL 15 - 16 | BLUEBERRY FEST Celebrate the spring with buckets of blueberries. This is a fun family festival with delicious foods, blueberries, arts & crafts, and so much more! Celebrate the spring with buckets of blueberries. For more info visit: https://bit.ly/3aODsNB vintages. Participants will be able to discover new wines and an array of gourmet foods from our talented chefs. Enjoy an evening of wine, food, fun and music! For more info visit: nsbwinefest.com
MAY
MAY 13 | SEA TURTLE MARATHON It’s time to challenge yourself and go the distance! This race is open to all runners of all skill sets. Once you finish there is a post-race awards party on the beach with live smooth jazz music, light brunch, champagne, mimosas and more! For more info visit: runonthebeach.com
APRIL 28 | WINE & FOOD FESTIVAL This quintessential wine tasting boasts an incredible selection of wines from California’s finest growing regions Napa Valley and Sonoma County as well as international
2022 GRAND SLAM TOURNAMENT
SCHEDULE
* Schedule subject to change
Session Date Time Featured Matches 1 Mon, January 17, 2022 11:00 AM Men's and Women's 1st Round 2 Mon, January 17, 2022 7:00 PM Men's and Women's 1st Round 3 Tue, January 18, 2022 11:00 AM Men's and Women's 1st Round 4 Tue, January 18, 2022 7:00 PM Men's and Women's 1st Round 5 Wed, January 19, 2022 11:00 AM Men's and Women's 2nd Round 6 Wed, January 19, 2022 7:00 PM Men's and Women's 2nd Round 7 Thu, January 20, 2022 11:00 AM Men's and Women's 2nd Round 8 Thu, January 20, 2022 7:00 PM Men's and Women's 2nd Round 9 Fri, January 21, 2022 11:00 AM Men's and Women's 3rd Round 10 Fri, January 21, 2022 7:00 PM Men's and Women's 3rd Round 11 Sat, January 22, 2022 11:00 AM Men's and Women's 3rd Round 12 Sat, January 22, 2022 7:00 PM Men's and Women's 3rd Round 13 Sun, January 23, 2022 11:00 AM Men's and Women's 4th Round 14 Sun, January 23, 2022 7:00 PM Men's and Women's 4th Round 15 Mon, January 24, 2022 11:00 AM Men's and Women's 4th Round 16 Mon, January 24, 2022 7:00 PM Men's and Women's 4th Round 17 Tue, January 25, 2022 11:00 AM Men's and Women's Quarterfinals 18 Tue, January 25, 2022 7:00 PM Men's and Women's Quarterfinals 19 Wed, January 26, 2022 11:00 AM Men's and Women's Quarterfinals 20 Wed, January 26, 2022 7:30 PM Men's and Women's Quarterfinals 21 Thu, January 27, 2022 11:00 AM Women's Semifinals 22 Thu, January 27, 2022 7:30 PM Men's Semifinal 23 Fri, January 28, 2022 3:00 PM Mixed Doubles Semi / Women's Doubles Final / Men's Singles SemiFinal 24 Sat, January 29, 2022 4:00 PM Men's Doubles Final / Women's Singles Final 25 Sun, January 30, 2022 4:00 PM Mixed Doubles Final / Men's Singles Final
