What's going on this weekend? Here are our top 10 picks for Oct. 13-19
Due to potential changes and cancellations, we encourage you to check with presenting organizations about the status of their events.
1. Melbourne Toy & Comic Con
The Melbourne Toy & Comic Con will be at the Melbourne Auditorium, 625 E. Hibiscus Blvd., on Sunday, Oct. 15 from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Meet comic and media guests, show off your cosplay, play tabletop games, and browse for comics, Pops, collectibles, and more unique items from over 50 vendors. Special guests include voice actors Charlie Campbell and Greg Dulcie; Disney animator Peter Raymundo; comic inker Tim Townsend; comic creator Dan Conner and actor Greg Finley. Tickets are $10, or free for kids ages 10 and younger. Visit melbournetoyandcomiccon.com or facebook.com/events/290739056831366.
2. BSO opening night concert
Brevard Symphony Orchestra kicks off its 70th anniversary season with a “Sound the Celebration” concert at the King Center, 3865 N. Wickham Road, Melbourne, on Saturday, Oct. 14 at 7:30 p.m. The program will feature a new work by John Dupuis dedicated to the BSO. Concertmaster Lisa Ferrigno will perform Sarasate’s fiery “Zigeunerweisen and Morricone’s ultra-romantic “Cinema Paradiso” theme. Tickets start at $30. Call 321-242-2219 or visit kingcenter.com.
3. Shows at the King Center in Melbourne
The King Center is at 3865 N. Wickham Road, Melbourne. For tickets and additional information, visit kingcenter.com or call 321-242-2219.
Roseanne Barr: Comedy star and the original “domestic goddess” Roseanne Barr comes to the King Center on Friday, Oct. 13 at 8 p.m. Barr is known for her creation and portrayal of Roseanne Conner on ABC’s “Roseanne.” Tickets start at $39.50.
An Evening with Earth, Wind & Fire: The iconic band Earth, Wind & Fire will give a concert at the King Center on Sunday, Oct. 15 at 7:30 p.m. With a career spanning over 5 decades and a music catalog of over 30 albums, Earth, Wind & Fire are still making audiences groove and boogie. This concert is a fundraising event for the King Center Endowment. Tickets start at $75.
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4. Space Coast Art Festival in Viera
This year’s Space Coast Art Festival will be at The Avenue Viera, 2261 Town Center Ave., on Saturday, Oct. 14 from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. and Sunday, Oct. 15 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Artists are jury-selected to exhibit in this outdoor fine art show, drawing outstanding master artists from throughout the United States and beyond. There will also be a student art show as well as hands-on activities for children both days. Admission is free. Visit spacecoastartfestival.com.
5. Film festival in Palm Bay
The 15 Minutes of Fame film festival, produced by Brevard filmmakers Ray and Migdala Etheridge, will screen 31 short films, including some produced by Florida filmmakers. It will be at the Franklin T. DeGroodt Public Library, 6475 Minton Road, Palm Bay, on Sunday and Monday, Oct. 15 and 16. Admission is free, and no tickets are required. For details on the films and showtimes, visit etheridgeproductions.com.
6. 'When the Spirit Says Sing' concert in Palm Bay
The Indialantic Chamber Singers will perform “When the Spirit Says Sing,” a concert of spirituals, at Our Lady of Grace Catholic Church, 300 Malabar Road SE, Palm Bay, on Friday, Oct. 20 at 7 p.m. A second concert will be offered at Eastminster Presbyterian Church, 106 N. Riverside Drive, Indialantic, on Sunday, Oct. 22 at 3 p.m. Admission is free, but there is a suggested donation of $10. Call 321-426-0360 or visit indialanticchambersingers.org.
7. The Bella Donna Project at The Tangiers
The Bella Donna Project pays homage to Stevie Nicks in a concert at The Tangiers, 4500 Dixie Highway, Unit 1A, Palm Bay, on Friday, Oct. 13 at 8 p.m. The tribute show will transport audiences with timeless classics and enchanted melodies that have captivated generations. Tickets start at $25. Call 321-327-8759 or visit thetangiersflorida.com.
8. 3rd Thursday at The Avenue Viera
This free, family-and-pet friendly night will be outdoors in the Central Park area of The Avenue Viera, 2261 Town Center Ave., on Thursday, Oct. 19 from 5 to 8 p.m. Enjoy live music, vendors, complimentary snacks and a free drink or ice cream. There will be live music by Heatstroke. Admission is free, but you must register to receive an event ticket. Visit avenueviera.com.
9. Melbourne Hamfest and ARRL Florida State Convention
Melbourne Hamfest, a gathering of amateur radio operators, will be at the Melbourne Auditorium, 625 E. Hibiscus Blvd., Melbourne, on Friday, Oct. 13 from 1 to 7 p.m. and Saturday, Oct. 14 from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. The event, which is open to the general public as well as licensed amateur radio operators, will also host the ARRL Florida State Convention. There will be testing sessions for people to obtain their amateur radio licenses, vendor areas, forums, presentations, prize drawings and social activities. Two-day admission is $10, or free for ages 12 and younger. Visit pcars.org.
10. Fall craft fair in Titusville
The BPO DOES #183, a nonprofit women’s charitable organization, will host a fall craft fair at the Elks Lodge, 3450 Kilmarnoch Lane, Titusville, on Saturday, Oct. 14 from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. Local artisans will offer seasonal products including quilts, wreaths, home decor, dog accessories and more. Proceeds will benefit Hospice of St. Francis, Florida Elks Children Therapy Service, Brevard Homeless Ministries and others. Call 321-446-3442.
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This article originally appeared on Florida Today: Our picks: Top 10 fun things to do in Brevard for Oct. 13-19
