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Melbourne
Friday, January 16th, 2026
Good morning, Melbourne. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 16th of January.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Central Florida will host community events this weekend. On Jan. 17, Sanford Marina holds a free fishing tournament, downtown Orlando and Eatonville hold MLK parades, and Melbourne hosts a Renaissance fair (family-friendly); a classic car auction in Kissimmee and a Vietnamese festival in Orlando continue through Jan. 18. News 6
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Disney Adventure arrived at Port Canaveral yesterday as it began its journey to its homeport in Singapore with a scheduled maiden voyage on March 10. The 6,000+ capacity ship will offer family-themed attractions and a first-ever roller coaster in Marvel Landing. FOX 35 Orlando
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Brevard Public Schools achieved a district record graduation rate of 92.7% for the 2024-25 school year & West Shore and Edgewood Jr./Sr. High Schools both posted 100% rates, marking a 2.9% increase from last year. Florida Today
- ➤ Educators across Brevard County will be honored at the ABC Awards Teacher of the Year Gala on Tuesday, Jan. 27 at the Radisson Resort at the Port (Cape Canaveral). The event runs from 5 p.m. to 9 p.m. and recognizes 93 honorees with one teacher advancing to the state level. Space Coast Daily
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ Fishermen 20 miles off Port Canaveral captured video of a humpback whale breaching for about three minutes and plan to report the sighting to the Right Whale Network. Florida officials urge boaters to give the endangered species space. FOX 35 Orlando
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A Tribute to The Eagles
7-8 p.m. — Melbourne Auditorium — $38 general admission, $70 VIP seating — Experience Florida’s ultimate Eagles tribute band performing classic hits live.
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Havana Nights: Salsa Dance Party
6:30-11:59 p.m. — Venezia Wine Veranda — Check website for pricing — Experience an evening of Cuban rhythm with Salsa dancing and delightful culinary specials.
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8th Annual Run for the Kids Race Challenge
8 AM – 2 PM — Wickham Park — Supporting Brevard County children and families through a challenging 15K race.
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Live Oceanfront Music with Damion Suomi
1-4 p.m. — Element Melbourne Oceanfront — Free parking available — Enjoy smooth tunes and craft cocktails at a relaxed brunch setting by the ocean.
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Catalina Wine Mixer Networking Event
6-9 p.m. — Intracoastal Brewing Company — Networking Event — Connect with ambitious entrepreneurs in a relaxed setting at the ultimate Catalina Wine Mixer.
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Space Coast Food & Wine Festival
3-6 p.m. — Downtown Melbourne — Tickets available online — Experience a culinary celebration with tastings from top chefs and local flavors by the waterfront.
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K-Pop Warriors Show
4:00-5:30 p.m. — Melbourne Auditorium — Family-friendly event — Enjoy a high-energy show with vibrant music and dance inspired by K-Pop.
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SouthsidersVW Winter Blitz IX
9 a.m. – 2 p.m. — Intracoastal Brewing Company — $10 entry plus donation — Celebrate the VW community with live music and trophy competitions while benefiting local animal care.
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Valentine's Day Painting Date Night
3-5 p.m. — Painting with a Twist — $40 per person — Create a shared masterpiece while enjoying a romantic evening with your partner on Valentine's Day.
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