Space Coast Weekend Events

October 9–11, 2026

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

Saturday, October 10 · 9 a.m.–4 p.m.

Space Art Day

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

Saturday, October 10 · Oct. 10–11; see daily hours

Space Coast Card Show

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

Saturday, October 10 · Saturday 4 p.m.; Sunday 9:45 a.m., 11 a.m. and 6 p.m.

Creation Conference

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

Friday, October 9 · 11 a.m.

Brunch & Brush

MyMakerScape, 211 Willard Street

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

Friday, October 9 · Friday 7:30 p.m.; Saturday 2 and 7:30 p.m.; Sunday 2 p.m.

The Hunchback of Notre Dame

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

Saturday, October 10 · 8 a.m. race start

Paint the Town Purple 5K

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

Saturday, October 10 · 10 a.m.–5 p.m.

Four Communities Fire Department 75th Anniversary

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

Saturday, October 10 · 11 a.m.–5 p.m.

Cocoa Village Saturday Art Market

Myrt Tharpe Square, 12 Stone Street

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

Saturday, October 10 · 5–9 p.m.

Murder Behind the Mask

Vintage Vault, 114 Harrison Street

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

Saturday, October 10 · 6:30–8:30 p.m.

Haunted Highlands Paint Party

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

Sunday, October 11 · 4 p.m.

Hand Sewing Basics

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, October 9 · 3 p.m. and 8 p.m.

Friday Live Music at Sandbar

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

Friday, October 9 · 7 p.m.

Krystal Clarke & Ron Teixeira Trio

Heidi’s Jazz Club, Cocoa Beach

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

Saturday, October 10 · Saturday–Sunday; see competition schedule

NKF Rich Salick Pro-Am Surf Festival

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

Saturday, October 10 · 7 p.m.

Wheel of Improv

Surfside Playhouse, 301 Ramp Road

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

Saturday, October 10 · 7–10 p.m.

NKF Hot Pink Block Party

Centennial Park / City Hall Stage, Cocoa Beach

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

Saturday, October 10 · 7 p.m.

Albert Castiglia

Heidi’s Jazz Club, Cocoa Beach

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

Sunday, October 11 · 7 p.m.

Open Mic with Ron Teixeira Trio

Heidi’s Jazz Club, Cocoa Beach

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

Indialantic

Friday, October 9 · 6:30–8:30 p.m.

Blue Moon Halloween Paint Night

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

Sunday, October 11 · 11 a.m.–12:30 p.m.

Bubbles & Brunch Wine Tasting

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

Friday, October 9 · 7–8:30 p.m.

Laugh All Night

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

Saturday, October 10 · 9:30–11:30 a.m.

Sandy Paws Beach Cleanup

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

Friday, October 9 · Friday and Saturday 8 p.m.; Sunday 2 p.m.

Moriarty

Melbourne Civic Theatre, 817 East Strawbridge Avenue

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

Friday, October 9 · Friday–Saturday evening; timed admission

Beware the Night

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

Saturday, October 10 · 9:30 a.m.–noon

Wag-O-Ween Festival

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

Saturday, October 10 · Saturday–Sunday 10 a.m.–4 p.m.

Platt’s Patch Family Fall Festival

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

Saturday, October 10 · 10 a.m.–2 p.m.; last tour 1:30 p.m.

Green Gables Open House

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

Saturday, October 10 · Saturday–Sunday daytime; shows 11 a.m. and 1 p.m.

Boo at the Zoo

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

Saturday, October 10 · 11 a.m.–4 p.m.

Fall for Downtown Melbourne

2029 Melbourne Court, across from Holmes Park

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

Saturday, October 10 · 1:30–3:30 p.m.

Expert Presentations at Suntree Library

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

Saturday, October 10 · 3–8 p.m.

Brevard Collective Night Market

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

Saturday, October 10 · 8 p.m.

Classic Albums Live: The Dark Side of the Moon

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

Saturday, October 10 · 11 a.m.–3 p.m.

Creatures Fest

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

Sunday, October 11 · 10:30 a.m.–12:30 p.m.

Touch Tank Sunday

Barrier Island Center, 8385 Jimmy Buffett Memorial Highway

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

Merritt Island

Friday, October 9 · 10:30 a.m.–noon

Frontier School: Migration

Sams House, 6195 North Tropical Trail

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

Saturday, October 10 · 8 a.m.

AACA Cars & Coffee

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, October 10 · 9–10 a.m.

Saturday Bird Walk

Sams House, 6195 North Tropical Trail

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

Saturday, October 10 · 10 a.m.–9:30 p.m.

Inaugural Fall Festival at the Amphitheater

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

Saturday, October 10 · 1–3 p.m.

Lil’ Critter Quest

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

Saturday, October 10 · 3 p.m.

Historic House & Cabin Tour

Sams House, 6195 North Tropical Trail

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

Sunday, October 11 · 10 a.m.–4 p.m.

Scavenger Hunt

Sams House, 6195 North Tropical Trail

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

Sunday, October 11 · 2–4 p.m.

Richard Drexler Trio Jazz Concert

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

Saturday, October 10 · 10 a.m.

Harry T. & Harriette V. Moore Museum Tour

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

Saturday, October 10 · 8 a.m.–1 p.m.

Community Rummage Sale

Tony Rosa Community Center, 1502 Port Malabar Boulevard

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

Saturday, October 10 · 8–10 a.m.

Turkey Creek Birding Walk

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

Saturday, October 10 · 9:30 a.m.–5:30 p.m.

Harris Establishment Farms Fall Festival

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

Saturday, October 10 · Coffee 10–11 a.m.; meeting 11 a.m.–noon

Space Coast H.O.G. Chapter Meeting

Space Coast Harley-Davidson, 1440 Sportsman Lane

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

Saturday, October 10 · 1–6 p.m.

Space Coast Sharks First Annual Fall Festival

Space Coast Harley-Davidson, 1440 Sportsman Lane

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

Saturday, October 10 · 4–6 p.m.

Mini Pumpkin Decorating Party

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

Friday, October 9 · 11 a.m.–7:30 p.m.

Wacky Tacky Golf Tournament & Social

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

Friday, October 9 · 4:30–7:30 p.m.

Food Truck Friday

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

Sunday, October 11 · 1–4 p.m.

Board Games at the Park

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

Sunday, October 11 · 8 a.m.–noon

Lions Club Pancake Breakfast

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

Friday, October 9 · Friday 8 p.m.; Saturday 2 and 8 p.m.; Sunday 2 p.m.

Come From Away

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

Saturday, October 10 · 10 a.m.–noon

Forest Therapy Hike

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

Saturday, October 10 · 10 a.m.–3 p.m.

Sip, Shop & Sparkle

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

Friday, October 9 · 7–9 p.m.

Reel Good Fridays: Hocus Pocus

Sandhill Crane Park, 3053 Fell Road

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

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🚀 Space Coast Rocket Launches

October 9–16, 2026

One local launch currently has an announced date and time during this period.

Tuesday, October 13, 2026 — 6:33 a.m. EDT
NASA’s SpaceX CRS-35 • Falcon 9
Cape Canaveral Space Force Station, Space Launch Complex 40

SpaceX’s Dragon cargo spacecraft will deliver more than 6,300 pounds of science experiments, supplies and equipment to the International Space Station. The shipment includes the final set of roll-out solar arrays to boost the station’s power supply, plus research supporting advances in vision restoration and treatments for neurological diseases. NASA mission details

No other launches currently have announced dates within October 9–16 from Cape Canaveral or Kennedy Space Center. Amazon Leo LV-01 and Bandwagon 5 are listed for October, but their dates and times remain unannounced. Local launch schedule

Schedule checked October 8. All times are local Eastern Daylight Time. Launch dates and times may change due to weather or technical conditions.

Brevard’s Housing Market: Rising Rates, Different Opportunities for Buyers and Sellers

October 8, 2026

Buying a home on the Space Coast means weighing two important questions: How much competition will you face, and what will the monthly payment look like? The latest figures suggest those answers depend partly on whether you’re shopping for a single-family home or a condominium.

Brevard County’s single-family median sale price reached $376,018 in August, up 1.7% from a year earlier. Closed sales declined 4.2%, while inventory stood at 3.5 months of supply, down from 4.5 months a year earlier. Condos and townhomes had a median sale price of $270,000, up 1.9%, with 5.8 months of supply. These are August figures, the latest local association report located for this article. Source: Space Coast Association of REALTORS®

Are we in a buyer’s or seller’s market? My reading of those inventory figures is that single-family homes remain seller-leaning, while condos and townhomes are closer to balanced conditions and offer buyers comparatively more choice. Brevard does not have one uniform market: property condition, neighborhood and asking price can change the negotiating picture.

Inventory is only part of the story. Sales pace and the relationship between asking prices and final sale prices also help reveal who has the advantage. Even in a seller’s market, careful pricing and preparation matter. Source: National Association of REALTORS®

Meanwhile, rising mortgage rates are putting more pressure on affordability. Freddie Mac reported a national average 30-year fixed mortgage rate of 7.40% on October 8, up from 7.28% the previous week and 6.30% a year earlier. That is a national benchmark, not a guaranteed Brevard County lender quote; individual offers vary with credit, down payment and loan terms. Source: Freddie Mac

To illustrate the difference, a $300,000 mortgage over 30 years carries approximately $2,077 in monthly principal and interest at 7.40%, compared with $1,857 at 6.30%—about $220 more each month. Those calculated payments exclude taxes, homeowners insurance, mortgage insurance and association fees.

For buyers, the practical starting point is a comfortable total monthly budget and several lender quotes. For sellers, higher borrowing costs make realistic pricing especially important: buyers must be able to afford both the property and its financing.

The Space Coast still offers opportunities on both sides of the transaction. Understanding the market for your particular property—and the full cost of owning it—will help you recognize the right opportunity when it appears.

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