What's going on this weekend? Here are our top picks for Sept. 22-28
Due to potential changes and cancellations, we encourage you to check with presenting organizations about the status of their events.
1. Space Coast Pride festival and parade in Melbourne
The parade will kick off in downtown Melbourne on Saturday, Sept. 23 at 11 a.m., starting at the Melbourne Auditorium, heading down Hickory Street and wrapping around E. New Haven Ave. The festival will follow from noon to 6 p.m. in downtown Melbourne, along E. New Haven Ave. between Livingston St. and Depot Drive. It will include all-day entertainment on the main stage, vendors, food trucks and more. Admission is free. Visit spacecoastpride.org or facebook.com/SpaceCoastPride.
2. Harvest Festival at Green Gables
Green Gables, 1501 S. Harbor City Blvd., Melbourne, hosts a harvest festival on Saturday, Sept. 23 from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Shop from unique artisans while enjoying arts and crafts, children’s activities and live entertainment by Jessica Spears. Admission to the festival is free. From 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., the historic home will be open for tours in which visitors will learn about the history of the Wells family, who played a key role in the development of the community. The cost for a house tour is $10, or free for children 12 and younger. Visit greengables.org.
3. Craig Diamond at The Tangiers
Master magician and comedian Craig Diamond will perform at The Tangiers, 4500 Dixie Highway, Unit 1A, Palm Bay, on Saturday, Sept. 23 at 8 p.m. Diamond’s skills and hilarious approach to magic have earned him acclaim in the entertainment industry and well-known cruise lines. Tickets start at $45. Call 321-327-8759 or visit thetangiersflorida.com.
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4. 'Survivor' premiere party in Rockledge
Join “Survivor” stars Erica Casupanan, Heidi Lagares-Greenblatt, Cassidy Clark, Janet Carbin, Mike Turner, Carolyn “Mama C” Rivera, Ashley Nolan, Kimmi Kappenberg, Joe Del Campo, Jonathan Young, Geo Bustamante, Dr. Carl Bilancione and others for a “Survivor” premiere party at BeachFly Brewing Company, 513 Barton Blvd., Rockledge, on Wednesday, Sept. 27 at 7:30 p.m. General admission is $35. VIP admission that includes reserved seating, photo opps and a gift bag, is $70. Visit beachflybrewing.com or eventbrite.com.
5. 'American Icons' concert in Melbourne
Space Coast Symphony Orchestra celebrates American music in a concert at the Scott Center at Holy Trinity Episcopal Academy, 5625 Holy Trinity Drive, Melbourne, on Saturday, Sept. 23 at 7 p.m. The program features works by Gershwin, Bernstein, Ellington and more. A second show will be at the Community Church of Vero Beach, 1901 23rd Street, Vero Beach, on Sunday, Sept. 24 at 3 p.m. Tickets are $30 in advance, $35 at the door or free for ages 18 and younger. Call 855-252-7276 or visit spacecoastsymphony.org.
6. 'HaloQween' in Titusville
Titusville Playhouse, 301 Julia Street, presents “HalloQween,” an after-hours Halloween-themed drag show starring Jordyn Linkous on Sept. 22, 23, 29 and 30 at 11 p.m. The show features a cornucopia of songs and characters you will know and love. The event is for ages 18 and older, due to mature content. Tickets are $20. Call 321-268-1125 or visit titusvilleplayhouse.com.
7. 'Silent Movie Magic: The General' in Suntree
Organist Andrew Galuska will provide accompaniment to Buster Keaton’s 1926 silent masterpiece “The General” at Advent Lutheran Church, 7550 N. Wickham Road, Suntree, on Sunday, Sept 24 at 3 p.m. Admission is free. Call 321-259-8515 or visit adventbrevard.org.
8. Fall Kickoff sock hop in Melbourne
Melbourne Municipal Band’s Rock & Roll Revue will kick off their fall season with a concert at the Melbourne Auditorium, 625 E. Hibiscus Blvd., Melbourne, on Friday, Sept. 22 at 7 p.m. Admission to the concert is $15, and there will be free dance lessons starting at 6 p.m. No outside alcoholic beverages are permitted. Call 321-724-0555 or visit mmband.org.
9. Concerts in the Park at The Avenue Viera
The Avenue Viera, 2261 Town Center Ave., hosts live concerts in the Central Park area on Sundays from noon to 3 p.m. The series continues on Sunday, Sept. 24 with East Narrative, followed by Tru Phonic on Oct. 1 and Carl Lewis on Sax on Oct. 8. Outside alcoholic beverages, coolers and food are not permitted. The concerts are weather dependent and may be canceled at any time. Bring a lawn chair. Admission is free. Visit avenueviera.com.
10. Walk to End Alzheimer's in Cocoa
The Alzheimer’s Association Walk to End Alzheimer’s Space Coast will be at Cocoa Riverfront Park, 401 Riveredge Blvd., Cocoa, on Saturday, Sept. 23. Registration begins at 8 a.m., followed by the opening ceremony and walk at 9 a.m. The event is to raise awareness and funds for Alzheimer’s care, support and research. Admission is free. Visit act.alz.org.
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This article originally appeared on Florida Today: Our picks: Top 10 fun things to do in Brevard for Sept. 22-28
