Have you ever experienced Port d’Hiver during the fall? From the smell of salt air and our smoky, courtyard fire pits, to the taste of warm, Pumpkin French toast, and the feel of our heated, spa pool and plush, down duvets, we will help you celebrate this holiday season like no other – in a tropical oasis!
In addition to discovering our natural beaches, parks, and wildlife, there are a variety of fun fall festivals, concerts, educational classes, and shows happening within just a few miles of Port d’Hiver. Plan your fall get-away now as many of our guests look forward to this season more than any other!
Here are a few of our favorite, upcoming festivities for food, art, nature, and music lovers:
Thurs., Oct. 22: Live Music at the Avenues
Bring your lawn chairs or blankets, relax on a nearby bench, dine at an Avenue restaurant or stroll through The Avenue while enjoying the music.
Admission: Free
Time, Location: 5-8pm, The Avenues in Viera
Fri. & Sat., Oct. 23-24: Trail of Terror
Trail of Terror is a brand-new haunted attraction featuring live actors, elaborate sets and terrifying special effects. The experience culminates in an “afterparty” with a DJ, bar and made-to-order food.
Admission: $19.95/person
Time, Location: 8:30pm-midnight, Entrance of Treetop Trek, Brevard Zoo
Fri. & Sat., Oct. 23-24: Haunted Airboat Ride
Discover what’s lurking in the swamp with a haunted airboat ride along the St. John’s River. Unique to the Space Coast, this Haunted Airboat Ride and Trail at Camp Holly takes about 25 minutes to complete.
Admission: $12/person
Time, Location: 7-11pm, Camp Holly
Fri., Oct. 23: Fall Festival, Dinner, and a Movie at Wickham Park
Starting at 6pm, there will be hayrides, lawn games, arts & crafts, a pumpkin decorating contest, an food trucks. From 7-8pm is “Trunk or Treat” with decorated vehicles and prizes. Starting at 8:30pm, “Hocus Pocus” will be screened outside under the stars.
Admission: Free
Time, Location: 6-10pm, Wickham Park
Sat., Oct. 24: Creatures Fest
Free, fun, family event to celebrate animal diversity, ecology and conservation with a Halloween theme. Enjoy a plethora of live animal encounters, eco-art critter costume making, building a bee house, puppet play, meeting a mermaid, guided hikes to search for creatures, outdoor animal games, food vendors and more!
Admission: Free
Time, Location: 11am-3pm, Barrier Island Center
Sat., Oct. 24: Cast Net Class
Learn how to make, repair, and throw a cast net.
Admission: Free
Time, Location: 1-2pm, Sebastian Inlet State Park
Sun., Oct. 25: Grillefest at the Avenues
Join us for the 1st Annual Brevard County Wing Cook off, Auto, Motorcycle, RV and Golf cart show. Music performances by Katty Shack, Johnnie Morgan Band. Unique beers provided by World of Beer. Hosted by the Brevard County Sherriffs Motor Unit.
Admission: Free
Time, Location: 12-5pm, The Avenues
Wed., Oct. 28: An Evening with Mark Knopfler and Band
Lead vocalist and songwriter for Dire Straits, Mark Knopfler, will perform with his band.
Admission: Starting at $61.50
Time, Location: 8pm, Maxwell C. King Center
Thurs., Oct. 29: Live Music at the Avenues – see additional info above
Fri. & Sat., Oct. 30 & 31: Trail of Terrors & Haunted Airboat Rides (30th only) – see additional info above
Sat., Oct. 31: Creature Feature Films
Enjoy spooky creature features all day!
Admission: Free
Time, Location: 9:30am-4pm, Barrier Island Center
Sat., Oct. 31: America’s Got Talent: The All-Stars Tour
Admission: Starting at $47/person
Time, Location: 4-6pm, Maxwell C. King Center
Sat. & Sun., Nov. 6-8: Melbourne Fall Art Festival
The 22nd annual Melbourne Fall Festival will bring over 200 artists to converge in Downtown for a weekend of great art, good fun, and live music. This year’s acts include Matt & Kim and Bad Fish. This event is the largest free Art Festival and Concert Series in all of Central Florida!
Admission: Free
Location: Downtown Melbourne
Fri., Nov. 6: Jazz Fridays @ Foosaner Art Museum
Held in conjunction with the Eau Gallie Arts District First Friday Gallery Walks, the event features live entertainment and an open gallery. Listen to jazz as you view the current exhibition.
Admission: Free
Time, Location: 5:30-7:30pm, Foosaner Art Museum
Sat., Nov. 7: Downtown Art Walk
The event will feature more than two dozen businesses showcasing some medium of art from live art demos, live music and wine-tastings.
Admission: Free
Time, Location: 5-8pm, Downtown Melbourne
Sat., Nov. 7: Jazzoo
Jazzoo is Brevard Zoo’s most exciting, vibrant and energized event of the year! Featuring live bands, extraordinary food from more than 30 of the area’s best restaurants and caterers, and multiple open bars serving liquor, beer and wine. ALL-INCLUSIVE. All the food, All the beverage, All the music, All night long until 11pm. Experience an unforgettable night while supporting Brevard Zoo’s missions of conservation, education and animal care.
Admission: Click here for ticket info
Time, Location: 7-11pm, Brevard Zoo
Sat., Nov. 7: Surf Fishing Workshop
This workshop is designed to introduce anglers to the basics of surf fishing. Discussions center on equipment needed to enjoy a productive day of surf fishing at the beach. Topics include rod and reel selection, standard pompano rig, choosing bait and more.
Admission: Free
Time, Location: 1-3pm, Sebastian Inlet State Park
Fri., Nov. 13: Friday Fest
Head out to historic downtown Melbourne for this event featuring live music and late shopping hours.
Admission: Free
Time, Location: 6-10pm, Downtown Melbourne
Fri. – Sun., Nov. 13-15: American Jazz Pianist Competition
The 10 best jazz pianists were chosen from a pool of entrants to compete for a Grand Prize valued at over $10,000 from Grand Bohemian Hotels! The finals day includes a workshop and master-class hosted by none other than Kenny Barron, Per Danielsson and Jeremy Siskind.
Admission: Free entry, $25/person for additional entry to workshops
Location: Gleason Performing Arts Center at Florida Institute of Technology
Sat., Nov. 21: Dune to Lagoon Cross Barrier Island Plant ID Tour
Join us for a leisurely stroll and find out which plants are edible, have medical uses, and are attractive for use in landscaping.
Admission: Free
Time, Location: 1-2:15pm, Sebastian Inlet State Park
Fri., Nov. 27: Night Sounds Park Concert Series
Featuring 23 Treez – Bring a chair or towel and enjoy the music while surrounded by water and nature. Night Sounds concerts are planned on the weekend nearest the full moon each month.
Admission: Free
Time, Location: 7-9pm, Sebastian Inlet State Park