A List of Community Events in Brevard County - May 2024


A List of Community Events in Brevard!

May 5-12: Florida's Annual All Veterans Reunion - All Day Event. Cost: FREE. The Vietnam Traveling Memorial Wall on display at Wickham Park Melbourne. The Florida Veterans Reunion is one of the largest and longest running veterans reunions in the country. We welcome all veterans young and old at our event as well as the general public. www.floridaveteransreunion.com

May 11 - Asian American Pacific Islander Heritage Celebration. 9:00 am - 5:00 pm. Fred Poppe Regional Park Palm Bay. Cost: FREE to attend. Food, vendors, crafters music & more. Show provided by HITI MAHANA. To finish the night off with the movie MOANA. www.facebook.com

May 11-12: Art & Craft Fair: Cocoa Village 10:00 am Historic Cocoa Village. Cost: FREE admission. Over 500 art and craft exhibitors. Free admission! Kid & pet friendly! Free Admission! Free Parking! Fun for the Whole Family! visitcocoavillage.com

May 18 - Space Coast Promise Walk for Preeclampsia 7:30 am - 10:30 am. Cocoa Riverfront Park. Cost: free. The Promise Walk for Preeclampsia™ supports the mission of the Preeclampsia Foundation as we improve the outcomes of hypertensive disorders of pregnancy by educating, supporting and engaging the community, improving healthcare practices, and finding a cure. Speeches, raffles and silent auction in the Cocoa Civic Center. secure.qgiv.com

May 18 - Urban Kids Fishing Derby. 9:00 am - 12:00 pm. Merritt Island National Wildlife Refuge. Cost: Free. Urban American Outdoors is excited to host our Urban Kids Fishing Derby. There will be a $100 grand prize. www.urbankidsfish.com

May 18 - Beach Clean Up w/ Keep Brevard Beautiful 9:45 am - 12:30 pm. 216 E Cswy Cocoa Beach. No prior experience is necessary, and all ages are welcome! Remember to wear comfortable clothes and bring sunscreen, hats, and reusable water bottles. Gloves and cleaning supplies will be provided. Clean Up from 10-11am Followed by free pizza and a complimentary drink at the 321 Lime House.

May 18 - Canaveral National Seashore: Clamming 101. 10:00 am - 11:00 am. Cost: Free. Learn how to collect this delicious bivalve from the waters of Mosquito Lagoon. A saltwater fishing license is required to keep these tasty resources. Must wear covered shoes (no sandals or flip-flops). Park at Parking Lot #1 and walk across the street to the boat ramp on the lagoon side. www.facebook.com

May 18 - Celebrating 100 Years - City of Rockledge 1924 American LaFrance Fire Engine. 11:00 am - 12:00 pm. City Hall. Cost: FREE. Enjoy an outdoor static display, giveaways, cake, and an indoor program commemorating the occasion.

May 18 - Space Coast Cars & Coffee 3:00 pm - 6:00 pm. Cost: FREE. Space Coast Cars and Coffee at Thrifty Parking lot.  All types of Cars and Motorcycles to check out. www.facebook.com

May 27 - Cape Canaveral: Memorial Day at American Legion 348 from 2-6 p.m.

May 27 - Mims: Memorial Day Ceremony at Cape Canaveral National Cemetery at 10 a.m.

May 27 - Cocoa: 19th Annual Memorial Day Tribute from 4-7 p.m. at Cocoa Riverfront Park. Guest Speaker, a special Flag folding ceremony, a 21-gun salute, the playing of taps, a moment of silence, entertainment, and more.

May 27 - Merritt Island: Memorial Day Observance from 9:30-11 a.m. at the Brevard County Veterans Memorial Center. Guest Speakers, a special ceremony, and much more.