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Events, Food & Drink Events
10th Annual Sharing Center Backyard BBQ Contest
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The Sharing Center of Central Brevard is excited to announce the 10th Annual Amateur Backyard BBQ Contest, happening Saturday, April 5, 2025, from 11 AM to 5 PM at F. Burton Smith Park in Cocoa. Come out and enjoy some of the best local BBQ as amateur teams compete for…
Events, History Events, Space Related Events
NASA’s Day of Remembrance
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NASA, in partnership with the Astronauts Memorial Foundation and Kennedy Space Center Visitor Complex, will host NASA’s Day of Remembrance on Thursday, January 23. The ceremony will take place at the Space Mirror Memorial at the visitor complex and will honor all astronauts who have sacrificed their lives while furthering…
5ks/Marathons, Events, Running Events
ACS Gateway to Space
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In partnership with Space Florida the 9th Annual Gateway to Space 5K/10K will take place on March 1st, 2025 on the iconic Launch and Landing Facility (formerly known as Shuttle Landing Facility) at Kennedy Space Center. Join us on the ‘out of this world’ start line and keep your eyes…
Concert/Live Music, Events, Music Events
Speak Easy Jazz & Juke Joint Blues with Sybil Gage
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Sybil Gage has been the Artist in Residence at Heidi’s Jazz Club in Cocoa Beach since 2009 and a regular at events like the New Smyrna Beach Jazz Festival and Thin Man Watts Jazz Festival in Deland. She has performed at venues such as The Hub on Canal, The Cinematique,…
Bars & Breweries, Breweries, Explore
Waffle Sauce Meadery
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Craft meadery serving award winning meads and hard ciders.
Accommodations, Explore, Vacation Rentals
Dolphins Vacation Rentals
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Looking for a unique vacation unit that actually floats at a modern resort-like marina? We offer stunning townhome, condo and floating villa vacation rentals convenient to Cocoa Beach, Orlando theme parks, Kennedy Space Center, boating and fishing, rocket launches and much more. Our unique vacation rentals are decked out with…
Christmas Events, Events, Holiday Season, Seasonal Events
A Very Black Pumpkin Christmas
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This holiday season, a visit with Santa takes a sinister twist as the notorious Black Pumpkin Society invades Cocoa Village! Their mission? A wicked revenge plot against Kris Kringle himself. It’s up to YOU to crack the codes, solve the riddles, and rescue Santa’s soul before Christmas is lost forever!…
Events, Food & Drink Events, History Events
Afternoon Tea at Field Manor
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Afternoon Tea in a historic house museum on the Indian River Lagoon. Selection of three loose teas, savory sandwiches, scones, and sweets, all served on vintage dishes and linen. Each tea includes a tour of the museum. Reservations are required. Proceeds benefit Field Manor historic preservation efforts.
Cultural Events, Events, History Events
2025 Speaker Series at Field Manor: Brevard Authors
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For our 2025 season, we are featuring five local Brevard authors. The authors will share their works and process, followed by a Q&A session, and culminate with a book sale/signing. A portion of your purchase will be donated to Field Manor.
Bicycle Events and Rides, Events, Kid Friendly Events, Seasonal Events
Hot Cocoa Holidays Bike Parade
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Join us for a one-of-a-kind night ride that’s a favorite among families! This unique experience features holiday music and refreshments, and entry is free with a donation of food that benefits the Children’s Hunger Project. Join as an individual or bring out your crew to ride down the historic streets…