Good morning, Melbourne.

The 2026 Cocoa Beach Air Show featuring the Navy Blue Angels will occur on April 11-12 from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. at Lori Wilson Park, offering families an exciting weekend of aerial displays & celebrations honoring America’s 250th birthday.

A local Brevard family has created a new children's book celebrating a nearby manatee rescue.

Titled 'Melby and the Warm-Water Wrong Turn' (by Sara Russo and her twin daughters Luna and Aven), the book brings the rescue event to life for young readers.

Broadway’s The Music Man will perform at the King Center on April 12-13 (featuring hits like 'Seventy-Six Trombones') while actress Elizabeth D’Aiuto makes her national tour debut in this family-friendly musical.

28-year-old Taya Britten, a Melbourne native and Holy Trinity graduate, was named a UCF 30 Under 30 honoree for her leadership in advancing equity in higher education.

She serves as Assistant Director at NASPA & leads a multi-million-dollar advising initiative supported by the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation.

Brevard County commissioners met Tuesday night to decide if they would deny property tax breaks for a future AI data center amid concerns about high energy use (some residents favor an opportunity to boost the local tech sector).

No center is planned yet.

Early April high school sports results show Astronaut won a baseball game against Mainland on Monday (April 6) when most games were canceled due to weather, and Edgewood broke school records in the boys’ 4x200m relay and girls’ sprint medley relay at the Merritt Island Relays on April 1.

15th Annual Brevard Corporate 5K

6:30-9:30 p.m. — Melbourne Orlando International Airport — Cost not specified — Celebrate aviation at the largest outdoor office party in Brevard County.

Almost ABBA Tribute Show

7:30-9 p.m. — Melbourne Auditorium — Tickets available — Experience the magic of ABBA with stunning costumes and an interactive tribute performance.

Cocoa Beach Air Show

9 AM - 4 PM — Lori Wilson Park — Free entry — Experience breathtaking aerial performances and celebrate America's 250th birthday along the beautiful Cocoa Beach coastline.

Cocoa Beach Air Show

9 AM – 4 PM — Lori Wilson Park — Free viewing available — Experience thrilling aerial performances including the U.S. Navy Blue Angels as part of America's 250th Anniversary celebration.

Third Thursdays Event

5-8 p.m. — The Avenue Viera — Free entry — Enjoy live music, complimentary snacks, and a free drink or ice cream in a pet-friendly atmosphere.

Girl Talk: Waffles & Conversations

6:30-8:00 p.m. — Wonder Waffel Melbourne — Cost varies — Share stories and handcrafted waffles while enjoying soulful connections with other women.

Food Safety Manager Class and Pencil Exam

9:45 a.m. — Hospitality Resource Supply — Registration required — Gain essential food safety knowledge with a comprehensive class followed by a pencil exam.

Classic Motorcycle Show

9 AM – 2 PM — Green Gables — $10 per motorcycle — Enjoy stunning views while showcasing vintage motorcycles and live music.

Space Coast ModelFest 2026

9 a.m. – 5 p.m. — Azan Shriners Center — $5 — Celebrate creativity and craftsmanship at a vibrant model contest with various themed categories.

Aaron Wolf Concert

7-10 p.m. — Pineapples — Tickets available — So-Cal reggae artist Aaron Wolf returns to the Moon Room with local support from Pine Tree Drive.