In most parts of the world, summer seems to end sooner every year, and for those who love the season, it can be a melancholy time when fall steps up to plate. In Cocoa Beach, however, summer stands strong year round, and if beach days, family barbecues, and seafood dinners sounds like something you would enjoy when September 22nd rolls around (the official first day of fall), why not consider a vacation in Florida to celebrate the season you love? We at Stay In Cocoa Beach would love to have you explore the comforts of our seasonal sanctuaries, and this guide to some of our favorite Cocoa Beach FL events in fall will help you fill all the moments you aren’t relaxing at home with us or hanging out at the beach with fun, excitement, and an authentic taste of what makes Cocoa Beach tick.
Downtown Farmers Market of Cocoa Beach, September 28th, N Brevard Avenue & 1st Street
Stocking your kitchen may not be what you consider a great time, but we think a visit to the Downtown Farmers Market of Cocoa Beach will change that. Held on the fourth Saturday of the month through the end of September, our October visitors will have twice as many opportunities to shop under open skies as it also opens on the second Saturday of the month in October through May. Selling fresh produce, homemade baked goods, seafood, and beverages as well as art and craft goods that will make beautiful gifts for yourself, your friends, or the family members you left at home. This event isn’t just a top fall festival but is one that we love exploring all year long, and we think you will too.
2024 Pride Festival + Parade, September 28, Melbourne Auditorium
Welcome the new season with pride—the 2024 Pride Festival + Parade, that is! Everyone is welcome to join the party, offering a fabulous time for all who attend. The parade of color, music, people, and sporty cars winds along Hickory Street and E New Haven Avenue, and once the parade has ended, the festival begins. Offering entertainment, arts and crafts vendors, and a chance to celebrate the early days of fall, this festival offers a fun-filled kickoff to the season while also ending a month full of celebrations on a high note.
59th Annual Space Coast Art Festival, October 12th & 13th, The Avenue Viera
When October rolls around, we can’t help but want to spend as much time as possible outside. For some reason, it also brings the artists to the towns that surround us, showing off their talents in festivals such as the Space Coast Art Festival, making its 59th appearance in Melbourne. It’s held at the Avenue Viera, one of our favorite outdoor malls, and offers two days of art, food, and shopping experiences. The Student Art Show segment of the festival will astound you when you see all the talent the youngsters bring to the table, and when you finish shopping for art, you can take some time to explore the shops at the Avenue Viera. Everyone loves a good souvenir, and the masterpieces found at this Space Coast event will help bring the beauty of Florida into your home, serving as souvenirs that you will smile at every time you catch sight of them when your vacation in paradise comes to its natural conclusion.
Fall Art & Craft Fair, October 20, Historic Cocoa Village
Art is important to the people of Cocoa Beach, and the Fall Art & Craft Fair makes frequent appearances on our event landscape, including the months of March, May, and December as well as October. Offering over 200 exhibitors, historic Cocoa Village shuts down the streets of downtown, allowing guests to walk safely through the aisles of the festival, discovering all manner of items they never knew they needed until they jumped into their hands. Also offering a wide selection of food trucks and live music, the Fall Art & Craft Fair is a delight to all your senses.
Rocky Water Brew Fest, November 16, Eau Gallie Arts District in Melbourne
People are often surprised to learn that Florida is home to some of the best breweries in the state, and if you are skeptical, we invite you to check out the Rocky Water Brew Fest in Melbourne. Offering unlimited tastings with each ticket purchased, this adults-only festival will introduce you to a sudsy taste of Florida, costing $45 when purchased online or $50 when purchased at the gate, so be sure to purchase your tickets soon.
Relax at Home with Stay In Cocoa Beach
Long days of fun in the sun will have you eagerly looking forward to relaxing at home in your Stay In Cocoa Beach seasonal Cocoa Beach vacation rentals, offering all the comforts of home and the luxury amenities that will help revive tired spirits. Reach out to us and reserve your favorite escape today!
