Larry Fleckinger
Image created with AI. The 2026 Space Coast State Fair runs October 29–November 15 at Space Coast Daily Park in Viera.
Entertainment includes circus performances, a bird show, hypnosis, professional bull riding on opening weekend, select wrestling shows and Halloween activities.
Visitors can also explore carnival rides, games, food stands and animal attractions.
Admission is $10 and includes shows, with unlimited ride armbands available for an additional $25 Monday–Thursday or $30 Friday–Sunday.
Children under 36 inches tall receive free admission, and parking is $5 cash per vehicle.
Check the daily schedule for performance times, special offers and holiday hours before visiting. Read More... |
When a serious injury leaves little time to spare, Health First’s First Flight brings advanced care to patients across Brevard County.
For families waiting after a crash on Interstate 95, the helicopter offers more than a faster trip to the hospital.
Ground responders assess patients first, request air support when needed and select a safe landing area.
That site may be near a neighborhood or business, even when the emergency happened elsewhere.
While flight crews prepare equipment, dispatchers, ground teams and hospitals coordinate the handoff.
Inside the aircraft, crews can provide advanced airway care, mechanical ventilation and blood products for severe bleeding.
First Flight has carried blood products since 1999, helping treatment begin before patients reach a hospital.
The helicopter adds to, rather than replaces, ground ambulance care.
Regular training with Brevard County Fire Rescue and other responders helps teams prepare for the calls that demand both speed and precision. Read More... |
Image created with AI. Cocoa and Rockledge’s food drive supports neighbors with food and essentials, with upcoming collection events and November drop-offs. Read More... |
 |
Space Coast Weekend EventsThings To Do In Brevard This WeekendOctober 23–25, 2026 |
Harvest festivals, Halloween celebrations, art workshops, library activities and live performances fill Brevard this weekend. Explore these 63 listings for Friday, October 23, through Sunday, October 25, 2026, organized alphabetically by community and then by first weekend date. All times are Eastern. Multi-day events appear once with their weekend schedule. Follow the event links for tickets, registration and updates; map links search the listed venue. Confirm availability and recurring programs before traveling. Cape CanaveralSaturday, October 24 · Registration 8–11 a.m. Walk for BiblesFirst Baptist Church of Cape Canaveral A prayer walk and fundraiser supporting Bibles in many languages for visiting ship crews. Event details · Location map CocoaFriday, October 23 · 11 a.m. Brunch & BrushMyMakerScape, 211 Willard Street A daytime painting session; reserve with the studio. Event details · Location map Friday, October 23 · 3–5:30 p.m. City of Cocoa Octoberfest & Trunk or TreatTravis Park Community Center, 2001 Michigan Avenue Free seasonal activities and treats for families. Event details · Location map Friday, October 23 · 6:30 p.m. Kids Glow-in-the-Dark Paint & Slime PartyMyMakerScape, 211 Willard Street A creative evening under glowing lights. Check registration deadlines and availability. Event details · Location map Friday, October 23 · Friday–Saturday 7–11 p.m.; check in by 10:30 p.m. Haunted Jail TrailBrevard County Jail Complex, 860 Camp Road A frightening outdoor trail; listed admission $20. Check restrictions and tickets. Event details · Location map Friday, October 23 · Friday 7:30 p.m.; Saturday 2 and 7:30 p.m.; Sunday 2 p.m. The Hunchback of Notre Dame: Closing WeekendHistoric Cocoa Village Playhouse, 300 Brevard Avenue Final weekend of the musical’s October run. Tickets required; parental discretion advised. Event details · Location map Saturday, October 24 · 9 a.m.–3 p.m. Autumn in Bloom FestivalBrevard Discovery Garden, 3695 Lake Drive Free gardening festival with plants, vendors and activities. Check advance registration. Event details · Location map Saturday, October 24 · 11 a.m.–5 p.m. Cocoa Village Saturday Art MarketMyrt Tharpe Square, 12 Stone Street Browse original work by local artists. Event details · Location map Saturday, October 24 · 4 p.m. Glass Tree WorkshopMyMakerScape, 211 Willard Street Create a decorative glass tree. Reserve a place and check materials fees. Event details · Location map Saturday, October 24 · 6–11 p.m. 12th Annual Halloween Pub CrawlStarts at Cocoa Elks Lodge, 315 Florida Avenue A costumed evening visiting village bars, with contests and a charity drawing. Check tickets and age requirements. Event details · Location map Saturday, October 24 · 7:30 p.m. Glow-in-the-Dark Paint PartyMyMakerScape, 211 Willard Street A glowing studio painting session; registration required. Event details · Location map Sunday, October 25 · 1–2:30 p.m. All Ages: Neon HalloweenPainting with a Twist, 109 King Street A guided Halloween painting class. Listed price $30; reserve a seat. Event details · Location map Cocoa BeachFriday, October 23 · Friday–Sunday 7 p.m. Weekend Music at Heidi’sHeidi’s Jazz Club, Cocoa Beach Friday: Robby King Band. Saturday: Matt Schofield. Sunday: open mic with Ron Teixeira Trio. Event details · Location map Saturday, October 24 · 7:30 a.m. race start Frightful Fairway 5KCocoa Beach Country Club, 5000 Tom Warriner Boulevard A Halloween-season race. Paid registration required; check packet pickup and course details. Event details · Location map IndialanticFriday, October 23 · Friday and Saturday 9 p.m.; Sunday 2 and 7 p.m. Weekend Bands at Lou’s BluesLou’s Blues, Indialantic Friday: Floriduh. Saturday: Luna Pearl. Sunday: Coolers at 2 and Scott Hongell at 7. Event details · Location map Saturday, October 24 · 11 a.m.–12:30 p.m. Learn to SewMyMakerScape, 344 Fifth Avenue, Suite 1 Machine-sewing introduction for ages 7 and older. $35; register by Friday at 11 a.m. Event details · Location map Saturday, October 24 · 4–6 p.m. Town Halloween EventNance Park, Indialantic A family Halloween gathering organized by the town’s Parks and Recreation Committee. Event details · Location map Indian Harbour BeachFriday, October 23 · 9 p.m. PinchKey West Bar, Indian Harbour Beach Friday-night live music. Event details · Location map MalabarSaturday, October 24 · 4–7 p.m. Malabar FallfestMalabar Community Park, 1850 Malabar Road Costumes, vendors, trunk-or-treat, a hayride and a visit from The Haunted Lair. Event details · Location map MelbourneFriday, October 23 · 5–10 p.m.; movie around 7 p.m.; see trunk-or-treat schedule 12th Annual KidtoberfestWickham Park, 2500 Parkway Drive Free activities and The Nightmare Before Christmas, with the Space Coast Mom Life trunk-or-treat celebration also advertised at the park from 4–8 p.m. Confirm arrival plans with the organizers. Event details · Location map Friday, October 23 · Friday–Saturday evening; timed tickets Beware the NightBrevard Zoo, 8225 North Wickham Road After-dark Halloween displays with the optional River’s Revenge scare trail. Reserve admission. Event details · Location map Friday, October 23 · Friday and Saturday 8 p.m.; Sunday 2 p.m. Ken Ludwig’s MoriartyMelbourne Civic Theatre, 817 East Strawbridge Avenue Holmes and Watson tackle a comic stage mystery. Tickets required. Event details · Location map Saturday, October 24 · Saturday–Sunday 10 a.m.–4 p.m. Platt’s Patch Family Fall FestivalPlatt’s Patch, 3300 Sand Gulley Drive Hayrides and seasonal farm activities. Listed admission $18; ages 2 and younger free. Event details · Location map Saturday, October 24 · Saturday–Sunday 10 a.m.–3 p.m. Boo at the ZooBrevard Zoo, 8225 North Wickham Road Daytime Halloween activities and treats included with zoo admission. Event details · Location map Saturday, October 24 · 10 a.m.–2 p.m. Erna Nixon Family Fun DayErna Nixon Park, 1200 Evans Road Free nature crafts and activities; s’mores with staff from 12:30–2 p.m. Event details · Location map Saturday, October 24 · 4–8 p.m. Halloween in the DistrictEau Gallie Arts District, 1463 Highland Avenue Verdi EcoSchool’s seasonal gathering in the arts district. Check participation and admission details. Event details · Location map Saturday, October 24 · Check organizer for performance times Intracoastal Mini Music FestIntracoastal Brewing Company, 652 West Eau Gallie Boulevard Local bands perform at the brewery. The tourism listing gives 4–10 p.m.; confirm the latest lineup schedule. Event details · Location map Saturday, October 24 · 7 p.m. Heroes of the Silver ScreenEau Gallie High School Performing Arts Center Space Coast Symphony Orchestra performs music inspired by cinema. Tickets required. Event details · Location map Sunday, October 25 · Reserved brunch seatings; event window 9:30 a.m.–2:45 p.m. Haunted Harvest BrunchBrevard Zoo, Nyami Nyami River Lodge, 8225 North Wickham Road A family Halloween buffet with private-table seating and animal encounters. Book a specific seating time. Event details · Location map Sunday, October 25 · 1–4 p.m. American Muscle Car Museum Trunk or TreatAmerican Muscle Car Museum, 3500 Sarno Road A free community trick-or-treat event; check event access details. Event details · Location map Melbourne BeachFriday, October 23 · 3–4:30 p.m. Family Movie FridayMelbourne Beach Public Library, 324 Ocean Avenue A free family film at the library; confirm the selected movie. Event details · Location map Saturday, October 24 · 11 a.m. Sea Turtle Beaded Necklace ClassBarrier Island Center, 8385 Jimmy Buffett Memorial Highway Learn about turtles and make a necklace. Materials $25; advance enrollment required. Event details · Location map Sunday, October 25 · 10:30 a.m.–12:30 p.m. Touch Tank SundayBarrier Island Center, 8385 Jimmy Buffett Memorial Highway Meet marine creatures at a free drop-in session. Event details · Location map Merritt IslandFriday, October 23 · 10:30 a.m.–noon Frontier School: MigrationSams House, 6195 North Tropical Trail Explore animal migration and try birdwatching. Register through the county or call 321-449-4720. Event details · Location map Friday, October 23 · Friday–Saturday 7–10 p.m. Rotary Park Haunted TrailRotary Park, 1899 South Courtenay Parkway A scary boardwalk trail. $10 ages 13 and older; $5 ages 12 and younger. Limited tickets. Event details · Location map Saturday, October 24 · 9–10 a.m. Saturday Bird WalkSams House, 6195 North Tropical Trail Naturalists welcome birders of all experience levels. Bring binoculars if available. Event details · Location map Saturday, October 24 · 9 a.m.–5 p.m.; check program schedule S.T.E.A.M. HalloweenKennedy Space Center Visitor Complex, Space Commerce Way Halloween-themed science and hands-on activities. Check admission and program times. Event details · Location map Saturday, October 24 · 3 p.m. Historic House & Cabin TourSams House, 6195 North Tropical Trail Explore historic homes and the Sams family’s story. Event details · Location map Sunday, October 25 · 9 a.m.–2 p.m. Merritt Park Farmers MarketMerritt Park, McLeod and Tangerine streets Shop local vendors at the Sunday market. Free to attend. Event details · Location map Sunday, October 25 · 10 a.m.–4 p.m. Nature Scavenger HuntSams House, 6195 North Tropical Trail Pick up a nature hunt and explore the conservation grounds. Event details · Location map MiccoFriday, October 23 · 3–4 p.m. South Mainland Library STEAMSouth Mainland Public Library, 7921 Ron Beatty Boulevard A free hands-on learning activity. Event details · Location map MimsFriday, October 23 · 10:30–11:30 a.m. Babies & Toddlers Library PlaydateMims/Scottsmoor Public Library, 3615 Lionel Road Free stories, songs and play for little ones and caregivers. Event details · Location map Palm BayFriday, October 23 · 3:30–4:30 p.m. Library Super STEAMPalm Bay Public Library, 1520 Port Malabar Boulevard NE Free science, art and engineering activities. Event details · Location map Saturday, October 24 · Saturday–Sunday 9:30 a.m.–5:30 p.m. Harris Establishment Farms Fall FestivalHarris Establishment Farms, 1950 Vars Street NW Seasonal farm fun; paid admission, ages 2 and younger free. Event details · Location map Saturday, October 24 · 10 a.m.–7 p.m.; see parade schedule 29th Puerto Rican Day Parade & Multicultural FestivalPalm Bay City Hall, 120 Malabar Road SE A free celebration of culture, music and community. Event details · Location map Saturday, October 24 · 10 a.m.–7 p.m. Our Lady of Grace Fall FestivalOur Lady of Grace Church, 300 Malabar Road Games, food, music and community activities; free admission. Event details · Location map Saturday, October 24 · 1–1:30 p.m. Storytime with Lola La JĂbara ViajeraFranklin T. DeGroodt Memorial Library, 6475 Minton Road A free guest storytime. Event details · Location map Saturday, October 24 · 6–10 p.m. Turkey Creek Haunted Halloween & Trail of TerrorTurkey Creek Sanctuary, 1518 Port Malabar Boulevard NE Family activities and a scarier trail experience. Check age restrictions and admission. Event details · Location map Port St. JohnFriday, October 23 · 9:30–10 a.m. Read Your Way to K: BabiesPort St. John Public Library, 6500 Carole Avenue Free stories and songs for babies with caregivers. Event details · Location map Saturday, October 24 · 9:30–11:30 a.m. Saturday Morning CartoonsPort St. John Public Library, 6500 Carole Avenue Enjoy cartoons at this free library gathering. Event details · Location map Sunday, October 25 · 1–4 p.m. Library Game DayPort St. John Public Library, 6500 Carole Avenue Free board and tabletop games with other players. Event details · Location map RockledgeSaturday, October 24 · 3–9 p.m. St. Mary’s Annual Fall FestivalSt. Mary Catholic School, 1152 Seminole Drive A free-admission evening of family fall activities. Event details · Location map Saturday, October 24 · 6–10 p.m. Kids’ Night OutMcLarty Park, 790 Barton Boulevard Supervised crafts, games and a movie for ages 5–12. Advance registration: 321-633-1870; fees apply. Event details · Location map Sunday, October 25 · 1–4 p.m. Board Games in the ParkRiverwalk: A Family Park, 5355 U.S. 1 Play nature-themed games or bring a favorite. Event details · Location map Sunday, October 25 · 1–5 p.m. Social House Trunk or TreatSocial House, 5125 U.S. 1, Suite 3 A free family gathering with decorated trunks and treats. Event details · Location map Satellite BeachFriday, October 23 · Parade 6 p.m.; cart check-in 5 p.m. Halloween Golf Cart Parade & FestivalFestival finish: Satellite Beach Sports Park, 750 Jamaica Boulevard Decorated carts, costumes and free family festivities. Confirm the parade’s starting point; cart registration fees apply. Event details · Location map Friday, October 23 · 3 p.m. and 7 p.m. Friday Music at SandbarSandbar Sports Grill, Satellite Beach Glenn Roberts at 3 p.m.; DJ Sharp at 7 p.m. Event details · Location map TitusvilleSaturday, October 24 · 10 a.m.–3 p.m. Enchanted Forest Harvest FestivalEnchanted Forest Sanctuary, 444 Columbia Boulevard Live animals, wildlife presentations, vendors and food trucks. Costumes encouraged. Event details · Location map Saturday, October 24 · 1–4 p.m. general admission; check VIP entry 5th Annual Space Coast Brew FestValiant Air Command Warbird Museum, 6600 Tico Road Craft-beer samples, food trucks and entertainment among historic aircraft. Ticketed event; check age requirements. Event details · Location map Saturday, October 24 · 6–9 p.m. 15th Annual North Brevard Fall FestivalSand Point Park, 101 North Washington Avenue Trunk-or-treat, costumes, face painting and family activities. Event details · Location map Sunday, October 25 · 11 a.m.–7 p.m. St. Andrew Pumpkin Patch & FestivalSt. Andrew United Methodist Church, 3380 Dairy Road Pumpkins and seasonal activities; free admission. Event details · Location map West MelbourneFriday, October 23 · 9:30–10:30 a.m. Bilingual Library StorytimeWest Melbourne Public Library, 2755 Wingate Boulevard Free stories, songs and crafts. Event details · Location map Friday, October 23 · 4–8 p.m. Friday Night Market at Rodes ParkMax K. Rodes Park, 3410 Flanagan Avenue Local makers, food trucks, music and family activities. Event details · Location map Before you goResearched October 20, 2026, using organizer and municipal pages, county program bulletins, chamber and tourism calendars, venue schedules and local family-event listings. Some library and neighborhood programs rely on secondary listings; confirm directly with the venue. The county library calendar did not display its events through the available web view. Facebook coverage was limited to publicly searchable material; private groups and login-restricted posts were not reviewed. This is a broad countywide roundup, not a guarantee of every event. No additional date-specific listing was verified for Grant-Valkaria, Palm Shores or Melbourne Village. Programs with unresolved date conflicts were omitted. Outdoor events, schedules and available seats can change. |
Quote Of The Day |
Gratitude is not about counting what you have before someone takes it away — it is about waking up each morning and deciding that this ordinary, imperfect, beautifully messy day is already more than enough. |
 |
🚀 Space Coast Rocket LaunchesOctober 23–30, 2026 |
Tentative: No earlier than Thursday, October 29, 2026 — Time TBD United Launch Alliance’s first Vulcan mission for Amazon Leo, formerly Project Kuiper, will carry broadband internet satellites into low Earth orbit. The satellites will expand Amazon’s network designed to connect homes, businesses and communities around the world. Launch trackers list October 29 as the earliest possible date, with the schedule still awaiting confirmation. Launch details Some calendars display October 28 at 8 p.m. EDT, but that is a placeholder time, not a confirmed launch opportunity. Please wait for an official announcement before making viewing plans. Space Coast launch calendar No other launches currently have specific dates listed within October 23–30 from Cape Canaveral or Kennedy Space Center. Cape Canaveral schedule • Kennedy Space Center schedule Schedule checked October 20, 2026. Launch dates and times may change, and additional missions may be announced. |
 |
 |
Brevard’s housing market combines steady single-family prices with softer sales activity.
Using a 7.40% mortgage benchmark, a $300,000 home purchase with 20% down illustrates seller-paid 2-1 and 3-2-1 buydowns.
Estimated subsidies total $5,694 and $11,213, respectively, with payments eventually reaching the full note-rate amount.
Buyers and sellers should compare lender limits, closing-cost credits, price reductions and permanent points before negotiating. Read More... |
New Construction Homes in Brevard County, FL — Prices Still Dropping, Buyer Incentives and Lower Interest Rates! (STILL THE BEST DEALS) |
View ALL New Construction Homes In Brevard! https://NewHomesBrevard.com. |
Owner Motivated - Price Reduced $15,000! |
Click Image For Details and 3D Interactive Tour!
|
We Had 3 Properties Sell Last Week! Click The Image for Sale Price & Details |
 |
 |
|
|