Daily
Melbourne
Monday, March 2nd, 2026
Good morning, Melbourne. Here's your local news at a glance for Monday, the 2nd of March.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ The Space Coast Strawberry Festival returns to Space Coast Daily Park in Viera on March 7 and 8 with attractions like a Miss Strawberry Fest pageant, pie eating contests, a petting zoo, & a Gator Boys Alligator Show from 10 a.m. to 10 p.m. daily for $7 admission. Space Coast Daily
- ➤ Brevard County libraries are offering a wide range of free March programs at Suntree Library for toddlers, teens + adults. The schedule features StoryTime, STEAM Stations, Tai Chi and many more events to spark learning and creativity. Hometown News
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ On Sunday, March 1, a SpaceX Falcon 9 launched a Starlink mission from Cape Canaveral, marking the 15th orbital launch of the year as its booster landed on a drone ship & completed its 26th flight. SpaceX will launch 29 satellites early Wednesday from Launch Complex 40. Florida Today
- ➤ Walmart has agreed to pay $100 million in Brevard County to settle FTC claims that it misled workers about their earnings on its Spark delivery platform; payments have already begun as a fund will pay out any remaining compensation in tips & incentives. Space Coast Daily
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Space Coast Key Lime Pie Festival pageants crowned winners over the weekend in Viera, with Melissa Pope and Petra Branham winning top-honors; next, the Strawberry Festival will launch March 7 at Space Coast Daily Park in Rockledge with contests, vendors and live music for families. Space Coast Daily
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Eastern Florida State College’s Dental Assisting Program will host an open house on Monday, March 9 from 4 to 7 p.m. at its Cocoa campus (1519 Clearlake Road, Bldg. 20, Rm. 104) for students to tour the clinic and learn about day and hybrid programs; registration closes April 8 and July 8. Space Coast Daily
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Consumer advocates, citing the Federal Trade Commission’s guidance, warn job seekers to verify any unexpected offers for tasks like reshipping packages or data entry to avoid scams designed to steal personal information (a known issue in Brevard County). Space Coast Daily
- ➤ NASA announced that Joel Montalbano is now acting associate administrator for the Space Operations Mission Directorate and Dana Hutcherson is the acting program manager for the Commercial Crew Program — both promoted from deputy roles during a briefing in Brevard County effective immediately. Space Coast Daily
LIFESTYLE NEWS
- ➤ Organizers planning group travel on Florida’s Space Coast should book reliable charter bus services early to ensure coordinated airport pickups, cruise departures, and beach transfers & on-time check-ins to prevent delays. Space Coast Daily
REAL ESTATE NEWS
- ➤ Brevard County real estate data for January shows stabilization with single-family median prices down 2.6% to $375,000 and inventory at 3.8 months while condo pending sales increased 20.2%, experts Bobby & Nikki Freeman said. Space Coast Daily
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Eastern Florida State College's men's basketball team will host Indian River State College on Wednesday at Titan Field House at 7 p.m. for Sophomore Night; four players (Tyson Wilson, Joviel Acevedo-Arroyo, Misael Cruz Rodriguez, and Eby Ogoh) will be honored, and admission is free. Space Coast Daily
- ➤ Brevard County high schools feature a weeklong sports schedule with baseball, softball, tennis, lacrosse and wrestling match-ups at local venues — competitions start today and run through March 7. Fans can plan to attend games across the county. Florida Today
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Ladies’ Sip and Dip Party
3:30-5 p.m. — Wickham Park — Bring your own food and drink — A casual gathering for women to connect and enjoy friendly conversation over shared dips.
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South Beaches Concert Series
6-9 p.m. — Nancy Higgs Park — Free entry — Enjoy live music by Hot Pink and local food trucks at this community concert.
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St. Patrick's Day Party
6-9 p.m. — Melbourne Ballroom — $10 entry — Celebrate with a high-energy dance party featuring DJ Drift and a chance to win prizes for the best themed outfit.
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St. Patrick's Day Celebration with John McDonald and the Irish Luck Quartet
6-10 p.m. — Meg O'Malley's Restaurant & Irish Pub — Free entry — Celebrate St. Patrick's Day with live music and festive fun at a local favorite.
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Third Thursdays
5-8 p.m. — The Avenue Viera — Free entry — Enjoy live music and complimentary treats in a family-friendly atmosphere at Central Park.
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Space Coast Hot Air Balloon Festival
5 PM – 11 PM — Space Coast Daily Park — Tickets $50-70 — Experience breathtaking balloon rides along with a dazzling laser show and live music.
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Downtown Melbourne Farmers Market
10 AM – 2 PM — Riverview Park — Free entry — Explore local fresh foods and baked goods from certified local growers.
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Oblivion Listening Session
7-11 p.m. — Pineapples — Free entry — Immerse yourself in the lofi vibes of Twin Rova's latest track 'Oblivion'.
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Getting2Zero 5K Run
8 AM – 12 PM — Eau Gallie Square Park — $30 entry ($35 on race day) — Participate in a community 5K race with awards for top finishers in multiple categories.
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Liberty Company: A Social Club for Veterans
10:00 – 11:30 a.m. — One Senior Place — Free entry — Connect with fellow veterans over coffee and donuts while sharing stories in a friendly environment.
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