From fall festivals and surf competitions to neighborhood crafts, nature walks and live theater, here are 57 event listings for Friday, October 9, through Sunday, October 11, 2026. Cities are alphabetized; listings within each city follow their first weekend date. All times are Eastern.

Follow each event link for reservations, admission and updates. Map links search the listed venue. Outdoor plans and availability can change; confirm before traveling.

Cape Canaveral

Space Art Day

Saturday, October 10 · 9 a.m.–4 p.m.
Holiday Inn Club Vacations Cape Canaveral Beach Resort, 1000 Shorewood Drive

Explore space-inspired art and family activities with astronaut and artist Nicole Stott. Event details · Location map

Space Coast Card Show

Saturday, October 10 · Oct. 10–11; see daily hours
Radisson Resort at the Port, 8701 Astronaut Boulevard

Browse sports cards, Pokémon and other trading cards. Check admission and daily schedules before visiting. Event details · Location map

Creation Conference

Saturday, October 10 · Saturday 4 p.m.; Sunday 9:45 a.m., 11 a.m. and 6 p.m.
Grace Bible Presbyterian Church, 1 Church Lane

Jonathan Sarfati presents four faith-based talks across the weekend; Saturday includes pizza. Event details · Location map

Cocoa

Brunch & Brush

Friday, October 9 · 11 a.m.
MyMakerScape, 211 Willard Street

A daytime studio painting gathering. Check the studio calendar for booking and project details. Event details · Location map

The Hunchback of Notre Dame

Friday, October 9 · Friday 7:30 p.m.; Saturday 2 and 7:30 p.m.; Sunday 2 p.m.
Historic Cocoa Village Playhouse, 300 Brevard Avenue

Opening weekend of the stage musical about Quasimodo and the bells of Notre Dame. Parental discretion advised; tickets required. Event details · Location map

Paint the Town Purple 5K

Saturday, October 10 · 8 a.m. race start
Matthew’s Hope, 825 Forrest Avenue

Run or walk in support of Matthew’s Hope. Paid registration is required; consult the signup page for remaining availability. Event details · Location map

Four Communities Fire Department 75th Anniversary

Saturday, October 10 · 10 a.m.–5 p.m.
Four Communities Fire Department, 4870 U.S. 1

A North Cocoa celebration near Port St. John with food trucks, children’s activities, demonstrations and fire trucks. Event details · Location map

Cocoa Village Saturday Art Market

Saturday, October 10 · 11 a.m.–5 p.m.
Myrt Tharpe Square, 12 Stone Street

Meet artists and browse locally made work in Cocoa Village. Event details · Location map

Murder Behind the Mask

Saturday, October 10 · 5–9 p.m.
Vintage Vault, 114 Harrison Street

A murder-mystery dinner theater evening. Reservations and admission details are on the event page. Event details · Location map

Haunted Highlands Paint Party

Saturday, October 10 · 6:30–8:30 p.m.
MyMakerScape, 211 Willard Street

Paint a seasonal canvas in a BYOB studio session. Canvas options are $30 or $40; registration closes Friday at 6:30 p.m. Event details · Location map

Hand Sewing Basics

Sunday, October 11 · 4 p.m.
MyMakerScape, 211 Willard Street

A practical introduction to hand sewing. Check the booking page for supplies, pricing and availability. Event details · Location map

Cocoa Beach

Friday Live Music at Sandbar

Friday, October 9 · 3 p.m. and 8 p.m.
Sandbar Sports Grill, Cocoa Beach

Jim Inman plays at 3 p.m.; Karalyn and the Dawn Patrol follow at 8 p.m. Event details · Location map

Krystal Clarke & Ron Teixeira Trio

Friday, October 9 · 7 p.m.
Heidi’s Jazz Club, Cocoa Beach

A Friday jazz performance; check the venue for reservations and cover. Event details · Location map

NKF Rich Salick Pro-Am Surf Festival

Saturday, October 10 · Saturday–Sunday; see competition schedule
Westgate Cocoa Beach Pier, 401 Meade Avenue

A surf festival benefiting the National Kidney Foundation. Weekend activities continue into Monday, outside this roundup. Event details · Location map

Wheel of Improv

Saturday, October 10 · 7 p.m.
Surfside Playhouse, 301 Ramp Road

Improvised comedy shaped by a spinning wheel and audience suggestions. Listed admission: $15. Event details · Location map

NKF Hot Pink Block Party

Saturday, October 10 · 7–10 p.m.
Centennial Park / City Hall Stage, Cocoa Beach

Hot Pink brings live music to the festival’s downtown block party. Event details · Location map

Albert Castiglia

Saturday, October 10 · 7 p.m.
Heidi’s Jazz Club, Cocoa Beach

An evening of live blues; consult the club for tickets and seating. Event details · Location map

Open Mic with Ron Teixeira Trio

Sunday, October 11 · 7 p.m.
Heidi’s Jazz Club, Cocoa Beach

Sunday’s open-mic session brings musicians together with the house trio. Event details · Location map

Indialantic

Blue Moon Halloween Paint Night

Friday, October 9 · 6:30–8:30 p.m.
MyMakerScape, 344 Fifth Avenue, Suite 1

A $40 seasonal painting session. The advertised advance-registration deadline has passed; contact the studio about remaining availability. Event details · Location map

Bubbles & Brunch Wine Tasting

Sunday, October 11 · 11 a.m.–12:30 p.m.
The Local Beer & Wine Collective, 1220 North Highway A1A, Suite 101

Five tastings, brunch snacks and a mimosa toast. Ages 21 and older; listed price $35. Event details · Location map

Indian Harbour Beach

Laugh All Night

Friday, October 9 · 7–8:30 p.m.
Coastline Church, Indian Harbour Beach

Comedian David Dean appears on the Laugh All Night tour. Check the tour page for admission information. Event details · Location map

Sandy Paws Beach Cleanup

Saturday, October 10 · 9:30–11:30 a.m.
Canova Beach Park, 3299 North Highway A1A

Help remove beach litter at this free cleanup with Lagoon Loyal and Keep Brevard Beautiful. Event details · Location map

Melbourne

Moriarty

Friday, October 9 · Friday and Saturday 8 p.m.; Sunday 2 p.m.
Melbourne Civic Theatre, 817 East Strawbridge Avenue

Opening weekend of a Sherlock Holmes stage adventure. Reserve theater tickets in advance. Event details · Location map

Beware the Night

Friday, October 9 · Friday–Saturday evening; timed admission
Brevard Zoo, 8225 North Wickham Road

Explore the zoo after dark, with an optional scare-trail experience. Choose an available entry time when booking. Event details · Location map

Wag-O-Ween Festival

Saturday, October 10 · 9:30 a.m.–noon
Wickham Park, 2500 Parkway Drive

A dog-friendly Halloween gathering benefiting SPCA of Brevard. Free to attend; costume-contest participation has a suggested $10 donation. Event details · Location map

Platt’s Patch Family Fall Festival

Saturday, October 10 · Saturday–Sunday 10 a.m.–4 p.m.
Platt’s Patch, 3300 Sand Gulley Drive

Hayrides, a maze, animals and seasonal activities. Listed admission is $18; ages 2 and younger are free. Enter from St. Johns Heritage Parkway. Event details · Location map

Green Gables Open House

Saturday, October 10 · 10 a.m.–2 p.m.; last tour 1:30 p.m.
Green Gables, 1501 South Harbor City Boulevard

Tour the historic riverside home. Suggested donation $10; children 12 and younger are free. Event details · Location map

Boo at the Zoo

Saturday, October 10 · Saturday–Sunday daytime; shows 11 a.m. and 1 p.m.
Brevard Zoo, 8225 North Wickham Road

Seasonal treats and activities with Juggling Jacks performances at 11 a.m. and 1 p.m. Included with zoo admission. Event details · Location map

Fall for Downtown Melbourne

Saturday, October 10 · 11 a.m.–4 p.m.
2029 Melbourne Court, across from Holmes Park

A free, all-ages downtown fall gathering with local shopping and seasonal fun. Event details · Location map

Expert Presentations at Suntree Library

Saturday, October 10 · 1:30–3:30 p.m.
Suntree Public Library, 902 Jordan Blass Boulevard

Hear presentations on election security and local tax changes from county officials. Hosted by the League of Women Voters; no registration required. Event details · Location map

Brevard Collective Night Market

Saturday, October 10 · 3–8 p.m.
Eau Gallie Square Park, Melbourne

A free market featuring more than 30 vendors offering vintage finds, jewelry, art and food, plus music. Event details · Location map

Classic Albums Live: The Dark Side of the Moon

Saturday, October 10 · 8 p.m.
King Center, 3865 North Wickham Road

Hear Pink Floyd’s album performed live. Check the King Center’s weekend-package page for ticket options. Event details · Location map

Melbourne Beach

Creatures Fest

Saturday, October 10 · 11 a.m.–3 p.m.
Barrier Island Center, 8385 Jimmy Buffett Memorial Highway

A free coastal wildlife celebration with live animals, a touch tank, crafts and costumes. Event details · Location map

Touch Tank Sunday

Sunday, October 11 · 10:30 a.m.–12:30 p.m.
Barrier Island Center, 8385 Jimmy Buffett Memorial Highway

Meet marine creatures during a free hands-on discovery session. Event details · Location map

Merritt Island

Frontier School: Migration

Friday, October 9 · 10:30 a.m.–noon
Sams House, 6195 North Tropical Trail

A nature-learning program about migration. Advance registration required: 321-449-4720. Event details · Location map

AACA Cars & Coffee

Saturday, October 10 · 8 a.m.
Merritt Square Mall, 777 East Merritt Island Causeway

A second-Saturday gathering for car enthusiasts. Confirm this recurring listing with the organizer before traveling. Event details · Location map

Saturday Bird Walk

Saturday, October 10 · 9–10 a.m.
Sams House, 6195 North Tropical Trail

Join an all-levels bird walk; meet between the historic house and cabin. Event details · Location map

Inaugural Fall Festival at the Amphitheater

Saturday, October 10 · 10 a.m.–9:30 p.m.
Veterans Memorial Amphitheater, 400 South Sykes Creek Parkway

A free veterans-benefit festival with a car show, vendors, food and music, culminating in a symphony performance. Event details · Location map

Lil’ Critter Quest

Saturday, October 10 · 1–3 p.m.
Rotary Park, 1899 South Courtenay Parkway

Explore the insect world on a naturalist-led outing. For program details, call 321-455-1385. Event details · Location map

Historic House & Cabin Tour

Saturday, October 10 · 3 p.m.
Sams House, 6195 North Tropical Trail

Step inside the historic buildings and learn about the property’s past. Event details · Location map

Scavenger Hunt

Sunday, October 11 · 10 a.m.–4 p.m.
Sams House, 6195 North Tropical Trail

Look for clues around the conservation property during this daytime activity. Event details · Location map

Richard Drexler Trio Jazz Concert

Sunday, October 11 · 2–4 p.m.
Veterans Memorial Center, 400 South Sykes Creek Parkway

An afternoon jazz performance. Listed admission: $35 guests, $30 members; students free. Event details · Location map

Mims

Harry T. & Harriette V. Moore Museum Tour

Saturday, October 10 · 10 a.m.
Harry T. & Harriette V. Moore Memorial Park, 2180 Freedom Avenue

Learn about the lives and civil-rights work of the Moores. Check the calendar for tour availability. Event details · Location map

Palm Bay

Community Rummage Sale

Saturday, October 10 · 8 a.m.–1 p.m.
Tony Rosa Community Center, 1502 Port Malabar Boulevard

Browse secondhand treasures at the city’s community sale. Free admission. Event details · Location map

Turkey Creek Birding Walk

Saturday, October 10 · 8–10 a.m.
Turkey Creek Sanctuary, 1518 Port Malabar Boulevard NE

A guided birding outing for ages 12 and older. Listed fee $5; register through 321-676-6690. Event details · Location map

Harris Establishment Farms Fall Festival

Saturday, October 10 · 9:30 a.m.–5:30 p.m.
Harris Establishment Farms, 1950 Vars Street NW

Visit the farm for a corn maze and seasonal activities. Check admission and activity details before going. Event details · Location map

Space Coast H.O.G. Chapter Meeting

Saturday, October 10 · Coffee 10–11 a.m.; meeting 11 a.m.–noon
Space Coast Harley-Davidson, 1440 Sportsman Lane

The motorcycle chapter’s monthly gathering; consult the organizer about attendance requirements. Event details · Location map

Space Coast Sharks First Annual Fall Festival

Saturday, October 10 · 1–6 p.m.
Space Coast Harley-Davidson, 1440 Sportsman Lane

An afternoon gathering with food, vendors and music. Event details · Location map

Mini Pumpkin Decorating Party

Saturday, October 10 · 4–6 p.m.
Luna Dayz Cafe, 160 Malabar Road, Suite 111

A seasonal craft party recommended for ages 4–12. Listed price $30 includes one child and one adult; limited seats. Event details · Location map

Port St. John

For a nearby Saturday outing, see the Four Communities Fire Department anniversary under Cocoa. Its listed address is in North Cocoa. No additional date-specific public event was verified in Port St. John during this search.

Rockledge

Wacky Tacky Golf Tournament & Social

Friday, October 9 · 11 a.m.–7:30 p.m.
Rockledge Country Club, 1591 South Fiske Boulevard

An Arc of Space Coast fundraiser mixing a full golf round with playful challenges and a social gathering. Event details · Location map

Food Truck Friday

Friday, October 9 · 4:30–7:30 p.m.
Larry L. Schultz Park, 2540 South Fiske Boulevard

Choose dinner from food trucks and enjoy DJ Johnnie V. Entry is free; food purchases are extra. Event details · Location map

Board Games at the Park

Sunday, October 11 · 1–4 p.m.
Riverwalk Family Park, 5355 U.S. 1

Spend an afternoon playing nature-themed board games; visitors may bring their own games. Event details · Location map

Satellite Beach

Lions Club Pancake Breakfast

Sunday, October 11 · 8 a.m.–noon
Satellite Beach Civic Center Breezeway

A community pancake breakfast. Advance tickets are listed at $5 through participating local outlets and club members. Event details · Location map

Titusville

Come From Away

Friday, October 9 · Friday 8 p.m.; Saturday 2 and 8 p.m.; Sunday 2 p.m.
Titusville Playhouse, 301 Julia Street

The musical tells the story of travelers welcomed into a Newfoundland community after September 11. Tickets required. Event details · Location map

Forest Therapy Hike

Saturday, October 10 · 10 a.m.–noon
Enchanted Forest Sanctuary, 444 Columbia Boulevard

A free guided walk focused on slowing down and connecting with nature. Space is limited; register with the sanctuary. Event details · Location map

Sip, Shop & Sparkle

Saturday, October 10 · 10 a.m.–3 p.m.
Downtown Art Gallery, 400 Orange Street

Browse local artists’ work, enjoy brunch treats and see a painting demonstration. The listing gives the gallery’s Orange Street location. Event details · Location map

West Melbourne

Reel Good Fridays: Hocus Pocus

Friday, October 9 · 7–9 p.m.
Sandhill Crane Park, 3053 Fell Road

Bring chairs, blankets and snacks for an outdoor screening of the Halloween favorite. Event details · Location map

About this roundup

Researched October 8, 2026, using organizer and municipal calendars, tourism listings, chamber bulletins, county nature-program newsletters, venue schedules and community listings. Public Facebook library posts were reviewed where accessible; further browsing was blocked by a login screen. The county library calendar did not display its listings, so library coverage is incomplete. The Suntree Library presentation was independently listed by its organizer.

This is a broad researched roundup, not a guarantee of every event in Brevard County. No additional date-specific listing was verified for Malabar, Grant-Valkaria, Micco, Palm Shores or Melbourne Village. Conflicting or insufficiently supported listings were omitted. Recurring and secondary-source listings should be reconfirmed with their organizers.