2026 calendar
Our Calendar is where you can find upcoming events, important dates, or activities of interest. Events preceded by a RED ASTERISK indicate that the event is an official Chapter event. It is also a great resource to find other veteran and other community activities.
We publish all kinds of events - not just Rolling Thunder®, so If you, or your organization would like to publish your special event on our calendar, drop a note to our events coordinator, or drop a note to our webmaster. A 7-day advance notice would be great!
We publish all kinds of events - not just Rolling Thunder®, so If you, or your organization would like to publish your special event on our calendar, drop a note to our events coordinator, or drop a note to our webmaster. A 7-day advance notice would be great!
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Rolling Thunder® Chapter 1 Florida General Membership meetings begin at 1400 (2:00 PM) on the 4th Sunday of every month, excluding May. |
All meetings are held at the Veterans Memorial Center and Museum, 400 S Sykes Creek Parkway, Merritt Island, FL 32952. For additional information, contact our membership chairperson @ (321) 446-4650.
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MEETING DATES
JAN 25 |
FEB 28 |
MAR 22 |
APR 26 |
MAY 24 |
JUN 27 |
JUL 26 |
AUG 23 |
SEP 27 |
OCT 25 |
NOV 29 |
DEC 27 |
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Color Guide:
Memorial Day Ride for Freedom Chapter 1 to host - no meeting Officer Elections Subject to Change Date Change for June Meeting Saturday the 27th - same time |
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2026 calendar
january
1st: New Years Day
6th: World Day for War Orphans
08th: Veterans Resource Roundtable at the Resource Center, 1344 S. Apollo Rd, Suite 2C, Melbourne 11-1230. Sponsored by Synergy Home Care with speakers on Honor flight, BVMC, NVHS, MAC and motor. Coffee and donuts provided. RSVP to Carlos Questa by 31 Dec. 321-340-3828 ext 101.
16th: 1991 - The war against Iraq began as Allied aircraft conducted a major raid against Iraqi air defenses.
17th: Original Brevard Key Lime Pie Festival — BVMC Park. Again, pending completion and Parks and Rec Approval. 1000-2100. Arranged by the Cocoa Beach Based Key Lime Pie Company, this event returns after three happenings before the current construction. See details in social media. Military and BCSO displays planned.
19th: MLK Jr. Birthday - Observed
20th: 1945 - Franklin Delano Roosevelt was inaugurated to an unprecedented fourth term as president of the United States. He had served since 1933.
27th: BVMC Library Discussion Series 1800-1930. Topic: The US Invasion of Grenada. The presentation will include a “first-hand” account and perspective by Army Officer Jose Prieto. The lecture in the BVMC Library will begin at 6pm and conclude no later than 7pm. Jose will take questions and lead a discussion from 7pm until 7:30pm. Bottled water and cookies will be provided. If you have any questions, please contact Library volunteer Paul Julian or Librarian Hank Rhodes.
27th: 1973 - U.S. involvement in the Vietnam War ended as North Vietnamese and American representatives signed an agreement in Paris.
6th: World Day for War Orphans
08th: Veterans Resource Roundtable at the Resource Center, 1344 S. Apollo Rd, Suite 2C, Melbourne 11-1230. Sponsored by Synergy Home Care with speakers on Honor flight, BVMC, NVHS, MAC and motor. Coffee and donuts provided. RSVP to Carlos Questa by 31 Dec. 321-340-3828 ext 101.
16th: 1991 - The war against Iraq began as Allied aircraft conducted a major raid against Iraqi air defenses.
17th: Original Brevard Key Lime Pie Festival — BVMC Park. Again, pending completion and Parks and Rec Approval. 1000-2100. Arranged by the Cocoa Beach Based Key Lime Pie Company, this event returns after three happenings before the current construction. See details in social media. Military and BCSO displays planned.
19th: MLK Jr. Birthday - Observed
20th: 1945 - Franklin Delano Roosevelt was inaugurated to an unprecedented fourth term as president of the United States. He had served since 1933.
27th: BVMC Library Discussion Series 1800-1930. Topic: The US Invasion of Grenada. The presentation will include a “first-hand” account and perspective by Army Officer Jose Prieto. The lecture in the BVMC Library will begin at 6pm and conclude no later than 7pm. Jose will take questions and lead a discussion from 7pm until 7:30pm. Bottled water and cookies will be provided. If you have any questions, please contact Library volunteer Paul Julian or Librarian Hank Rhodes.
27th: 1973 - U.S. involvement in the Vietnam War ended as North Vietnamese and American representatives signed an agreement in Paris.
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29th - 31st: The Garden Brothers Nuclear Circus (https://gardenbrosnuclearcircus.com/) has donated thirty (30) free children's (ages 3-13) tickets, with paid adult, to their performances, which will be at the Space Coast Daily Park, 5775 Stadium Pkwy, Viera. Performance dates are from January twenty-ninth to February first. Show times are: Thursday - Friday, 4:30 and 7:30 pm. Saturday, 1:30, 4:30, and 7:30 pm. Sunday 1:00, 4:00, and 7:00 pm. You may visit their website referenced above and purchase adult tickets in advance. The free children's tickets will be available at our January 25th meeting on the sign-in table. |
30th: 1835 - President Andrew Jackson survived the first assassination attempt on a U.S. President.
february
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1st: National Freedom Day
2nd: Groundhog Day 4th: USO Birthday 4th: World Cancer Day 7th: JROTC Run and Shoot, BVMC Park 0700-1200. Support more than 200 cadets from at least 10 schools as they combine running with air rifle rifle marksmanship. Best time to see all and help award trophies is 1030-1200. Contact Donn Weaver, 757-871-6576 for any questions. 7th-14th: Annual Pioneer Day at Luke’s Episcopal Church and Sam’s House - Pine Island 1000-1500. History exhibits, guided tours, food, pioneer parade and much more. Check it out at mipioneerday.com 8th: Immortal Four Chaplains Ceremony BVMC Plaza and Gray Hall. 1400- 1530. Supported by the Marine Corps League, Brevard Detachment 513. |
Immortal Four Chaplains Ceremony
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8th: National Salute to Veteran Patients Week
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* 10th: Come watch some professional Cornholers and grab a bite to eat! A portion of sales will go the RTFL1! Staging Time: 1800 (6PM) Uniform: Yellow/Green Shirts Address: Long Doggers 350 W Cocoa Beach Causeway, Cocoa Beach |
13th: Third Annual Valentine’s Day Senior Expo 0915-1300 Party at the Nyami Nyami River Lodge of the Brevard Zoo. Free Parking and admittance excluding Zoo. Exhibits, prizes, music and surprises plus flowers for the ladies. Call 321-242-1235 for more info and to register exhibits or info tables.
14th: Valentine’s Day
14th: JROTC Drill Meet #1, BVMC Park 0630- 1230. Support more than 200 cadets from at least 10 schools as they compete in Color Guard, Squad and Platoon Drills as well as Rifle Demonstration. Best time to see all and help award trophies is 1030-1200. Contact Donn Weaver, 757-871-6576 for any questions.
16th: Presidents’ Day
17th: Ramadan Begins
17th: Random Acts of Kindness Day
17th: Chinese New Year
19th: Coast Guard Reserve Birthday
* 27th: Honoring a Fallen Hero: Private First Class Willard Hoyt Edwards - Escort to Cape Canaveral National Cemetery
Procession Time: 1300 (1 PM); Uniform: White Shirts & Black Pants
North Brevard Funeral Home is honored to announce that we will be receiving and laying to rest Private First Class Willard Hoyt Edwards, a United States Army Soldier who was killed in action during the Korean War, and whose remains have only recently been recovered and identified after more than 75 years.
Private First Class Edwards was born December 2, 1930, in Wise, Virginia, and enlisted in the U.S. Army in March 1950. He served with Company M, 3rd Battalion, 31st Infantry Regiment, 7th Infantry Division, and was killed in action on December 2, 1950, during the brutal fighting at the Chosin Reservoir in North Korea.
For decades, he was listed among those whose remains were not recovered. Through the tireless efforts of the Defense POW/MIA Accounting Agency and advances in forensic science, he has now been identified and is finally coming home to receive the honor and dignity he earned through his service and sacrifice.
It is our privilege to escort PFC Edwards on his final journey.
📍 Community Visitation and Procession Details:
Date: Friday, February 27, 2026
North Brevard Funeral Home will be open to the family and community from 12:00 PM to 1:00 PM for those who wish to quietly pay their respects and be present as we prepare for the procession.
Procession Departure: Approximately 1:00 PM from North Brevard Funeral Home
Interment: Cape Canaveral National Cemetery
Service Time: 1:30 PM
We invite our community to join us in honoring this American hero. Those who wish may show their respect in whatever way feels meaningful — by attending the visitation, standing along the procession route, joining us at the cemetery, displaying flags, or simply pausing to remember his sacrifice.
After more than seven decades, Private First Class Edwards is finally coming home.
Let us come together as a community to ensure he is never forgotten.
All gave some. Some gave all.
His war did not end in 1950. It ends when he is laid to rest with honor among his fellow heroes.
27th: Every Day is Veterans Day presented by One Senior Place, 8085 Spyglass Rd, Viera. 1000-1330 . Vendors with tents in outdoor layout, door prizes, food and lots of valuable information for veterans who are senior. Call 321-751-6771 for more information and to register as a vendor.
28th: JROTC Drill Meet #2. BVMC Park 0630-1230 Support more than 200 cadets from at least 10 schools as they compete in Color Guard, Squad and Platoon Drills as well as Rifle Demonstration. Best time to see all and help award trophies is 1030-1200. Contact Donn Weaver 757-871-6576.
14th: Valentine’s Day
14th: JROTC Drill Meet #1, BVMC Park 0630- 1230. Support more than 200 cadets from at least 10 schools as they compete in Color Guard, Squad and Platoon Drills as well as Rifle Demonstration. Best time to see all and help award trophies is 1030-1200. Contact Donn Weaver, 757-871-6576 for any questions.
16th: Presidents’ Day
17th: Ramadan Begins
17th: Random Acts of Kindness Day
17th: Chinese New Year
19th: Coast Guard Reserve Birthday
* 27th: Honoring a Fallen Hero: Private First Class Willard Hoyt Edwards - Escort to Cape Canaveral National Cemetery
Procession Time: 1300 (1 PM); Uniform: White Shirts & Black Pants
North Brevard Funeral Home is honored to announce that we will be receiving and laying to rest Private First Class Willard Hoyt Edwards, a United States Army Soldier who was killed in action during the Korean War, and whose remains have only recently been recovered and identified after more than 75 years.
Private First Class Edwards was born December 2, 1930, in Wise, Virginia, and enlisted in the U.S. Army in March 1950. He served with Company M, 3rd Battalion, 31st Infantry Regiment, 7th Infantry Division, and was killed in action on December 2, 1950, during the brutal fighting at the Chosin Reservoir in North Korea.
For decades, he was listed among those whose remains were not recovered. Through the tireless efforts of the Defense POW/MIA Accounting Agency and advances in forensic science, he has now been identified and is finally coming home to receive the honor and dignity he earned through his service and sacrifice.
It is our privilege to escort PFC Edwards on his final journey.
📍 Community Visitation and Procession Details:
Date: Friday, February 27, 2026
North Brevard Funeral Home will be open to the family and community from 12:00 PM to 1:00 PM for those who wish to quietly pay their respects and be present as we prepare for the procession.
Procession Departure: Approximately 1:00 PM from North Brevard Funeral Home
Interment: Cape Canaveral National Cemetery
Service Time: 1:30 PM
We invite our community to join us in honoring this American hero. Those who wish may show their respect in whatever way feels meaningful — by attending the visitation, standing along the procession route, joining us at the cemetery, displaying flags, or simply pausing to remember his sacrifice.
After more than seven decades, Private First Class Edwards is finally coming home.
Let us come together as a community to ensure he is never forgotten.
All gave some. Some gave all.
His war did not end in 1950. It ends when he is laid to rest with honor among his fellow heroes.
27th: Every Day is Veterans Day presented by One Senior Place, 8085 Spyglass Rd, Viera. 1000-1330 . Vendors with tents in outdoor layout, door prizes, food and lots of valuable information for veterans who are senior. Call 321-751-6771 for more information and to register as a vendor.
28th: JROTC Drill Meet #2. BVMC Park 0630-1230 Support more than 200 cadets from at least 10 schools as they compete in Color Guard, Squad and Platoon Drills as well as Rifle Demonstration. Best time to see all and help award trophies is 1030-1200. Contact Donn Weaver 757-871-6576.
march
2nd: Read Across America Day
3rd: Navy Reserve Birthday. Established in 1915
3rd: National Anthem Day
4th: Hug a GI Day
4th: U.S. Navy Band established in 1925
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4th: The Dhaeze Family will hold a viewing at the Ammen Family Funeral Home, 950 Malabar Road SE, Palm Bay, on Wednesday, March 4th from 6-8pm for our beloved Sgt-at-Arms, "RED".
* 5th: Funeral service for Red will be held Thursday, March 5 at 11AM, followed by an escort to Cape Canaveral National Cemetery for interment service at 1:30 pm. Riders unable to attend Palm Bay service will meet at the Racetrack US 1-Hwy 46. Rally 12:30 KSU 12:40. Uniform is black pants, white shirts.
Obituary:
Gerald “Red” Richard Dhaeze, 80, of Palm Bay, Florida passed away on February 16, 2026, in Melbourne, Florida. He was born on December 6, 1945, in South Bend, Indiana to Gentiel and Goldie Dhaeze.
Red proudly served his country as a part of the 82nd Airborne Division and then as part of the Indiana National Guard. He was a paratrooper and Ranger.
Red worked for 33 years at the AM General Military Assembly Plant. He served two turns on the Bargaining Committer for the UAW Local #5.
He was a life Member of the VFW Post 4643; also, a proud member of Rolling Thunder, Florida Chapter 1.
Red survives by his spouse, Kay Elizabeth Dhaeze; children, Kenny (Kathy) Jamrozy, Kevin Jamrozy, Kyle Jamrozy, Kris (Carrie) Jamrozy, Jay Stuglik and Mike (Jen) Stuglik; grandchildren, Paige (Bill) Chasteen, Christina (Justin) Stutzman, Cayla Morris, Cameron Jamrozy, Tyler Ramenda, Damien (Mia) Jamrozy, Michael Jamrozy (deceased), Kylie Jamrozy, Jenni Jamrozy, Darchalle Dunlap, Travis (Kailey) Hendrickson, Kaley Stuglik, Ryan Stuglik; and many great-grandchildren.
Viewing will be at Ammen Family Cremation and Funeral Care 950 Malabar Rd. SE, Palm Bay, Florida, on Wednesday, March 4, 2026, from 6:00 P.M. - 8:00 P.M. Funeral services will be in the same place, on Thursday, March 5, 2026, at 11:00 A.M., followed by Interment at Cape Canaveral National Cemetery.
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5th: Navy Seabees' Birthday - established in 1942
8th: International Women's Day
8th: Daylight Savings Time Begins
* 10th: Fundraising Cornhole Tournament - Long Doggers Cocoa Beach
3rd: Navy Reserve Birthday. Established in 1915
3rd: National Anthem Day
4th: Hug a GI Day
4th: U.S. Navy Band established in 1925
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4th: The Dhaeze Family will hold a viewing at the Ammen Family Funeral Home, 950 Malabar Road SE, Palm Bay, on Wednesday, March 4th from 6-8pm for our beloved Sgt-at-Arms, "RED".
* 5th: Funeral service for Red will be held Thursday, March 5 at 11AM, followed by an escort to Cape Canaveral National Cemetery for interment service at 1:30 pm. Riders unable to attend Palm Bay service will meet at the Racetrack US 1-Hwy 46. Rally 12:30 KSU 12:40. Uniform is black pants, white shirts.
Obituary:
Gerald “Red” Richard Dhaeze, 80, of Palm Bay, Florida passed away on February 16, 2026, in Melbourne, Florida. He was born on December 6, 1945, in South Bend, Indiana to Gentiel and Goldie Dhaeze.
Red proudly served his country as a part of the 82nd Airborne Division and then as part of the Indiana National Guard. He was a paratrooper and Ranger.
Red worked for 33 years at the AM General Military Assembly Plant. He served two turns on the Bargaining Committer for the UAW Local #5.
He was a life Member of the VFW Post 4643; also, a proud member of Rolling Thunder, Florida Chapter 1.
Red survives by his spouse, Kay Elizabeth Dhaeze; children, Kenny (Kathy) Jamrozy, Kevin Jamrozy, Kyle Jamrozy, Kris (Carrie) Jamrozy, Jay Stuglik and Mike (Jen) Stuglik; grandchildren, Paige (Bill) Chasteen, Christina (Justin) Stutzman, Cayla Morris, Cameron Jamrozy, Tyler Ramenda, Damien (Mia) Jamrozy, Michael Jamrozy (deceased), Kylie Jamrozy, Jenni Jamrozy, Darchalle Dunlap, Travis (Kailey) Hendrickson, Kaley Stuglik, Ryan Stuglik; and many great-grandchildren.
Viewing will be at Ammen Family Cremation and Funeral Care 950 Malabar Rd. SE, Palm Bay, Florida, on Wednesday, March 4, 2026, from 6:00 P.M. - 8:00 P.M. Funeral services will be in the same place, on Thursday, March 5, 2026, at 11:00 A.M., followed by Interment at Cape Canaveral National Cemetery.
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5th: Navy Seabees' Birthday - established in 1942
8th: International Women's Day
8th: Daylight Savings Time Begins
* 10th: Fundraising Cornhole Tournament - Long Doggers Cocoa Beach
13th: Welcome Dinner for Medal of Honor Day 5K Sponsors including four special guests who received the Congressional Medal of Honor (1600-2100) BVMC Gray Hall
13th: National K9 Veterans Day
14th: JROTC District Championships Drill Meet, BVMC Park 1000-1300 after Medal of Honor 5K Fundraiser. Support more than 200 cadets from at least 10 schools as they compete in Color Guard, Squad and Platoon Drills as well as Rifle Demonstration. The JROTC will also support and be engaged in the MOH 5K. Best time to see all and help award trophies is 1200 – 1330. Contact Donn Weaver 757-871-6576 for any questions.
* 14th: 5k and Car Show to Recognize National Medal of Honor Day. 5K in Park (0800-1000); Car Show also included in Park, 1000-1500. Register and pay here: https://veteransmemorialcenter.org/medal-of-honor-5k/
Four Medal of Honor Recipients expected to attend with proceeds going to support local veterans in need, veteran 501c3 projects and cadet youth of Brevard County. Contact BVMC Vice President Don Pearsall for more information or to help sponsor in the meantime on 321-453-1776, ext 1.
14th: Bataan Death March Remembrance 0800-1100 at Space Coast High School All Air Force JROTC Units join Space Force JROTC of Space Coast to walk in commemoration of one of the major tragedies of WWII. MOAACC Good Deeds Sponsoring. Contact Donn Weaver for more information.
15th: American Legion's Birthday
17th: St. Patrick’s Day
19th: Ramadan Ends
20th: First Day of Spring
20th: Grand Opening Veteran Focused Family Home Care Event at Brevard Veterans Memorial Center 1200-1400. RSVP and more info at 321-489-1555 or [email protected].
21st: Last Naval Battle Remembrance 0930-1100 BVMC Park. Presented by the Brevard Sons, Daughters and Children of the American Revolution. Contact SAR and Donn Weaver for any questions.
21st: Rosie the Riveter Day
25th: National Medal of Honor Day
28th: American Legion AUX 344 Easter Egg Hunt for Vet Kids BVMC. Park 0900-1200.
28th: Boots, Beer, Bourbon and BBQ Festival. Music, food trucks, fun and more with details in January. 1200-2000 BVM Park.
29th: Palm Sunday
29th: Vietnam War Veterans Day
13th: National K9 Veterans Day
14th: JROTC District Championships Drill Meet, BVMC Park 1000-1300 after Medal of Honor 5K Fundraiser. Support more than 200 cadets from at least 10 schools as they compete in Color Guard, Squad and Platoon Drills as well as Rifle Demonstration. The JROTC will also support and be engaged in the MOH 5K. Best time to see all and help award trophies is 1200 – 1330. Contact Donn Weaver 757-871-6576 for any questions.
* 14th: 5k and Car Show to Recognize National Medal of Honor Day. 5K in Park (0800-1000); Car Show also included in Park, 1000-1500. Register and pay here: https://veteransmemorialcenter.org/medal-of-honor-5k/
Four Medal of Honor Recipients expected to attend with proceeds going to support local veterans in need, veteran 501c3 projects and cadet youth of Brevard County. Contact BVMC Vice President Don Pearsall for more information or to help sponsor in the meantime on 321-453-1776, ext 1.
14th: Bataan Death March Remembrance 0800-1100 at Space Coast High School All Air Force JROTC Units join Space Force JROTC of Space Coast to walk in commemoration of one of the major tragedies of WWII. MOAACC Good Deeds Sponsoring. Contact Donn Weaver for more information.
15th: American Legion's Birthday
17th: St. Patrick’s Day
19th: Ramadan Ends
20th: First Day of Spring
20th: Grand Opening Veteran Focused Family Home Care Event at Brevard Veterans Memorial Center 1200-1400. RSVP and more info at 321-489-1555 or [email protected].
21st: Last Naval Battle Remembrance 0930-1100 BVMC Park. Presented by the Brevard Sons, Daughters and Children of the American Revolution. Contact SAR and Donn Weaver for any questions.
21st: Rosie the Riveter Day
25th: National Medal of Honor Day
28th: American Legion AUX 344 Easter Egg Hunt for Vet Kids BVMC. Park 0900-1200.
28th: Boots, Beer, Bourbon and BBQ Festival. Music, food trucks, fun and more with details in January. 1200-2000 BVM Park.
29th: Palm Sunday
29th: Vietnam War Veterans Day
april - month of the military child
1st: April Fools Day
1st: U.S. Navy CPO Grade was established in 1893
1st: Passover Begins at Sunset
4th: Easter Egg Hunt presented by Georgianna Church for almost 1,000 kids. BVMC Park. 0900-1300.
* 4th: 10:30-12:00 Sign In - Treasure Coast Harley Davidson, 4967 SE Federal Hwy, Stuart, FL.
Meeting at Treasure Coast Harley Davidson the Poker Run will proceed through 4 different stops ending at the VetFest Spring Tribute at the MIDFLORIDA Event Center Port St. Lucie. Port St Lucie's biggest spring Easter Event! Proceeds of the Poker Run benefit Vinnie's Wounded Vet Run. Full event details https://pslvetfest.org
1st: U.S. Navy CPO Grade was established in 1893
1st: Passover Begins at Sunset
4th: Easter Egg Hunt presented by Georgianna Church for almost 1,000 kids. BVMC Park. 0900-1300.
* 4th: 10:30-12:00 Sign In - Treasure Coast Harley Davidson, 4967 SE Federal Hwy, Stuart, FL.
Meeting at Treasure Coast Harley Davidson the Poker Run will proceed through 4 different stops ending at the VetFest Spring Tribute at the MIDFLORIDA Event Center Port St. Lucie. Port St Lucie's biggest spring Easter Event! Proceeds of the Poker Run benefit Vinnie's Wounded Vet Run. Full event details https://pslvetfest.org
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* 4th: 0800 - Uniform: Yellow/Green Shirt, Renaissance Business Park, 4204A Okeechobee Rd, Fort Pierce (Behind Firestone Auto Care).
0800 Staging
0830 KSU
1000 - 1400 Wall Assembly (Volunteers Needed)
1500 - Public Viewing Begins
0800 Staging
0830 KSU
1000 - 1400 Wall Assembly (Volunteers Needed)
1500 - Public Viewing Begins
5th: Easter
9th: National Prisoner-of-War Recognition Day
9th: Passover Ends at Nightfall
10th: 2026 Shrimp Feast sponsored by the Propeller Club 1800-2200 at Gator’s Portside in Cape Canaveral Port. Event helps Propeller Club Maritime Education Programs while enjoying great seafood and having fun with door prizes, live auction and dancing. Cocktails at 1800 with Shrimp Dinner beginning at 1830. Tickets much be purchased in advance at $50 each before 17 March and $60 each after that date. Contact 321-698-5286 or register at www.spacecoastshrtimpfeast.com.
11th: Submarine Force Day established in 1900
* 11th: 10:30 A.M., The Avenues Viera, 2261 Town Center Ave, Viera. Uniform: Yellow/Green Shirt.
Heroes for Military Kids 5K Kids Dash. 0800-1030 at the Avenues in Viera. Sponsored by AVET. Check out www/avet-project.org.
9th: National Prisoner-of-War Recognition Day
9th: Passover Ends at Nightfall
10th: 2026 Shrimp Feast sponsored by the Propeller Club 1800-2200 at Gator’s Portside in Cape Canaveral Port. Event helps Propeller Club Maritime Education Programs while enjoying great seafood and having fun with door prizes, live auction and dancing. Cocktails at 1800 with Shrimp Dinner beginning at 1830. Tickets much be purchased in advance at $50 each before 17 March and $60 each after that date. Contact 321-698-5286 or register at www.spacecoastshrtimpfeast.com.
11th: Submarine Force Day established in 1900
* 11th: 10:30 A.M., The Avenues Viera, 2261 Town Center Ave, Viera. Uniform: Yellow/Green Shirt.
Heroes for Military Kids 5K Kids Dash. 0800-1030 at the Avenues in Viera. Sponsored by AVET. Check out www/avet-project.org.
11th: Space Coast Honor Flight #1 of 5, 2026 visits by veterans to see their monuments and memorials in Wash DC. Starts at 0400 hours at Melbourne International Airport Main Terminal with Welcome home set 2030 hours same evening. Come out and honor these veterans, some from the Korean War era and their Guardians that will travel with them. Contact schf.org for more information and to sign up on the waiting list for both honorees and guardians.
11th: 10:30 A.M. - America's Ride (Charity Organization) - www.americasride.org/
11th: 10:30 A.M. - America's Ride (Charity Organization) - www.americasride.org/
* 14th: Cornhole Tournament. This is a fund raising event, so participation is expected.
15th: Income Tax filing deadline
17th: Second Annual Space Coast Military Enlistment Ceremony 1500- Check in; 1600-1800 Ceremony. Brevard Veterans Memorial Center Amphitheater and Park. Support more than 300 young men and women who have elected to enlist in all military service branches at or near high school graduation. Contact Donn Weaver, 757-871-6576 for more information.
18th: Please join us at the Fort Stewart/Hunter Army Airfield 2026 Retiree Appreciation Day on 18 April 2026 at the University of Central Florida located at 12715 Pegasus Drive, Orlando, Florida 32816. Presentations from the US Army Retirement Services Office, the Florida Department of Veteran Affairs, and a Surviving Spouses Briefing. Registration begins at 8:00 AM, with presentations beginning at 9:00 AM. There will also be vendors from many organizations from 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM.
Please use Garage/Parking Lot H
We look forward to seeing you!
Thank You
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18th: Doolittle Raid over Tokyo in 1942
19th: Patriots' Day
22nd: Earth Day
23rd: Army Reserve Birthday
23rd: Take Your Child to Work Day
23rd: After 16 months, and thanks to State, County and TDC funds of over $8M, the Brevard Veterans Memorial Amphitheater and Park upgrades are finished!!! It is time to celebrate with ribbon cutting, music, flag raising, tours and more — all FREE!! We are very fortunate to have this amazing new facility in Central Brevard and know there will be many fantastic events there over the months and years ahead.
Thanks are due to so many and that will be part of the celebration on 23 April.
However, we have to lead with special thanks to Ivey’s Construction and their many subcontractors, as well as FPL.
We hope you will attend this very special free event and invite many friends.
Please use Garage/Parking Lot H
We look forward to seeing you!
Thank You
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18th: Doolittle Raid over Tokyo in 1942
19th: Patriots' Day
22nd: Earth Day
23rd: Army Reserve Birthday
23rd: Take Your Child to Work Day
23rd: After 16 months, and thanks to State, County and TDC funds of over $8M, the Brevard Veterans Memorial Amphitheater and Park upgrades are finished!!! It is time to celebrate with ribbon cutting, music, flag raising, tours and more — all FREE!! We are very fortunate to have this amazing new facility in Central Brevard and know there will be many fantastic events there over the months and years ahead.
Thanks are due to so many and that will be part of the celebration on 23 April.
However, we have to lead with special thanks to Ivey’s Construction and their many subcontractors, as well as FPL.
We hope you will attend this very special free event and invite many friends.
Flyer received from: CPT Donn A. Weaver USA (Former)
President, MOAACC
Good Deeds Foundation
Brevard Veterans Memorial Center Volunteer
24th: Arbor Day
24th: 5th Annual NVHS Golf Tournament Fundraiser 0700-1400 at Rockledge Country Club. Sponsors needed and registration at $125 per golfer available at: [email protected]. Prizes, Lunch, Hole in One free Car and much more, all to support the work of NVHS to prevent veteran family homelessness. and help those who are.
25th: Civil War Day at Liberty Bell Museum 1601 Oak Street Melbourne. 1000- 1500. Reenactments, period uniforms and equipment, displays, family friendly activities. Free admission. All ages welcome. Contact. [email protected] for more info.
24th: 5th Annual NVHS Golf Tournament Fundraiser 0700-1400 at Rockledge Country Club. Sponsors needed and registration at $125 per golfer available at: [email protected]. Prizes, Lunch, Hole in One free Car and much more, all to support the work of NVHS to prevent veteran family homelessness. and help those who are.
25th: Civil War Day at Liberty Bell Museum 1601 Oak Street Melbourne. 1000- 1500. Reenactments, period uniforms and equipment, displays, family friendly activities. Free admission. All ages welcome. Contact. [email protected] for more info.
may
* 3rd: 7th Annual First Responder Appreciation Day
The community is invited to come together and celebrate our local heroes at Hero Fest! 🎊This beloved event honors the dedication and service of our first responders while giving the community an opportunity to learn more about the lifesaving work they do every day.
📅 Date: May 3, 2026
⏰ Time: 11:00 AM to 3:00 PM
📍 Location: Brevard Veterans Memorial Center, 400 S Sykes Creek Pkwy, Merritt Island
Hero Fest is a family-friendly event designed to bring the community and first responders together. Attendees will have the chance to meet local first responders, watch exciting demonstrations, and explore a variety of interactive exhibits. 🚔👨🚒🚑
⭐ Event Highlights Include:
🐕 K-9 Demonstrations – See these incredible working dogs in action.
🚗 Jaws of Life Demonstration – Watch the fire department perform a live rescue demonstration.
👮♂️ Meet Sheriff Ivey and K-9 Saint – Get to know our local sheriff and his team.
🚒 Static Displays – Check out emergency response vehicles, including fire trucks and a Coast Guard boat.
🌊 BCSO Dive Team – Learn about underwater investigations and evidence recovery.
🦎 Petting Zoo & Safari Todd’s Reptiles – A fun and educational experience for kids and adults alike.
🎪 Le Troupe from Cirque Athletics – Be amazed by aerialists showcasing breathtaking acrobatics!
🎭 Carnival Games & Starry Eyed Wish Face Painting – Fun activities for children and adults of all ages.
💦 A Foam Party! – Jump into mountains of foamy fun and beat the heat in the coolest way possible. Don’t forget a towel!
🏪 Local Business Sponsors – Meet the businesses that help make this event possible.
🍗 BBQ & Food Available – Enjoy delicious food while supporting a great cause. (Donations for lunch appreciated)
✨ And so much more!!!
🔥 First responders and their families – this day is for YOU! Enjoy a free day of food, entertainment, and fun as the community comes together to show just how much you are appreciated. 💙
This event is a fantastic opportunity to show appreciation for the brave men and women who serve and protect our community. Whether you’re watching a demonstration, meeting a first responder, or just enjoying the festivities, Hero Fest is an event for the whole family. ❤️
Come out, show your support, and help strengthen the bond between first responders and the community they serve! 💙👨🚒👮♀️
Admission is FREE!
📧 For more information, please contact Sherri at 📩 [email protected] or 📞321-960-2033.
The community is invited to come together and celebrate our local heroes at Hero Fest! 🎊This beloved event honors the dedication and service of our first responders while giving the community an opportunity to learn more about the lifesaving work they do every day.
📅 Date: May 3, 2026
⏰ Time: 11:00 AM to 3:00 PM
📍 Location: Brevard Veterans Memorial Center, 400 S Sykes Creek Pkwy, Merritt Island
Hero Fest is a family-friendly event designed to bring the community and first responders together. Attendees will have the chance to meet local first responders, watch exciting demonstrations, and explore a variety of interactive exhibits. 🚔👨🚒🚑
⭐ Event Highlights Include:
🐕 K-9 Demonstrations – See these incredible working dogs in action.
🚗 Jaws of Life Demonstration – Watch the fire department perform a live rescue demonstration.
👮♂️ Meet Sheriff Ivey and K-9 Saint – Get to know our local sheriff and his team.
🚒 Static Displays – Check out emergency response vehicles, including fire trucks and a Coast Guard boat.
🌊 BCSO Dive Team – Learn about underwater investigations and evidence recovery.
🦎 Petting Zoo & Safari Todd’s Reptiles – A fun and educational experience for kids and adults alike.
🎪 Le Troupe from Cirque Athletics – Be amazed by aerialists showcasing breathtaking acrobatics!
🎭 Carnival Games & Starry Eyed Wish Face Painting – Fun activities for children and adults of all ages.
💦 A Foam Party! – Jump into mountains of foamy fun and beat the heat in the coolest way possible. Don’t forget a towel!
🏪 Local Business Sponsors – Meet the businesses that help make this event possible.
🍗 BBQ & Food Available – Enjoy delicious food while supporting a great cause. (Donations for lunch appreciated)
✨ And so much more!!!
🔥 First responders and their families – this day is for YOU! Enjoy a free day of food, entertainment, and fun as the community comes together to show just how much you are appreciated. 💙
This event is a fantastic opportunity to show appreciation for the brave men and women who serve and protect our community. Whether you’re watching a demonstration, meeting a first responder, or just enjoying the festivities, Hero Fest is an event for the whole family. ❤️
Come out, show your support, and help strengthen the bond between first responders and the community they serve! 💙👨🚒👮♀️
Admission is FREE!
📧 For more information, please contact Sherri at 📩 [email protected] or 📞321-960-2033.
* 3rd: Florida 38th All Veterans Reunion Wall Escort. Uniform: Yellow/Green Shirt. Rally Location: Eastern Florida State College, Clearlake Rd, Cocoa. KSU Time: 1000. Riders will meet 9:30 at the Dunkin Donuts (2681 Clearlake Rd, Cocoa, FL) KSU 9:45 to ride to EFSC.
RTFL1 Member Cheri White has offered to host riders at her house (1665 Friday Rd, Cocoa, FL) for donuts, coffee and camaraderie. If you plan to attend, Cheri requests a head count. You can RSVP with her directly at [email protected]. Riders will leave Cheri's location to meet up with any riders at Dunkin Donuts then proceed to EFSC.
* 4th: Wickham Park, Pavilion #4, 2500 Parkway Dr, Melbourne Fl 32935. Meetup Time: 5:15PM.
Uniform: White Shirts & Black Pants.
Sign Up for the Wreath Ceremony will be walk up style. Please check in after 1530 (3:30pm) at the Pavilion 4 near the Traveling Wall.
Wreath presentations will begin at 1800 (6pm)
Opening Ceremonies will begin at 1900 (7pm)
5th: Cinco de Mayo
May 7, 1992 - The 27th Amendment to the U.S. Constitution was ratified, prohibiting Congress from giving itself pay raises.
7th - 10th: Florida's 38 Annual All Veterans Reunion - Wickham Park, Melbourne
RTFL1 Member Cheri White has offered to host riders at her house (1665 Friday Rd, Cocoa, FL) for donuts, coffee and camaraderie. If you plan to attend, Cheri requests a head count. You can RSVP with her directly at [email protected]. Riders will leave Cheri's location to meet up with any riders at Dunkin Donuts then proceed to EFSC.
* 4th: Wickham Park, Pavilion #4, 2500 Parkway Dr, Melbourne Fl 32935. Meetup Time: 5:15PM.
Uniform: White Shirts & Black Pants.
Sign Up for the Wreath Ceremony will be walk up style. Please check in after 1530 (3:30pm) at the Pavilion 4 near the Traveling Wall.
Wreath presentations will begin at 1800 (6pm)
Opening Ceremonies will begin at 1900 (7pm)
5th: Cinco de Mayo
May 7, 1992 - The 27th Amendment to the U.S. Constitution was ratified, prohibiting Congress from giving itself pay raises.
7th - 10th: Florida's 38 Annual All Veterans Reunion - Wickham Park, Melbourne
8th: VE Day (Victory in Europe, 1945)
* 9th: Annual BCSO Law Ride. Rider Briefing 10:00 AM, KSU 10:30 AM. Uniform: Yellow/Green Shirt
This unforgettable charity motorcycle ride will take place on Saturday, May 9, and will kick off from a brand new venue at the Veterans Memorial Center Park, located at 555 Fortenberry Road in Merritt Island.
Check-In will begin at 8 a.m. with a 10 a.m. rider briefing. Kickstands go up at 10:30 a.m., and the BCSO Motor Unit will lead off the escorted ride along a beautiful new scenic route.
As always, helmets are required for all riders, and of course, there will be vendors, raffles, t-shirts, and fun for the entire family.
This is more than just a ride; it’s a chance to come together as a community, support a great cause, and continue the tradition of honoring our fallen heroes.
Tickets can be pre-purchased - Click HERE for website.
* 9th: Annual BCSO Law Ride. Rider Briefing 10:00 AM, KSU 10:30 AM. Uniform: Yellow/Green Shirt
This unforgettable charity motorcycle ride will take place on Saturday, May 9, and will kick off from a brand new venue at the Veterans Memorial Center Park, located at 555 Fortenberry Road in Merritt Island.
Check-In will begin at 8 a.m. with a 10 a.m. rider briefing. Kickstands go up at 10:30 a.m., and the BCSO Motor Unit will lead off the escorted ride along a beautiful new scenic route.
As always, helmets are required for all riders, and of course, there will be vendors, raffles, t-shirts, and fun for the entire family.
This is more than just a ride; it’s a chance to come together as a community, support a great cause, and continue the tradition of honoring our fallen heroes.
Tickets can be pre-purchased - Click HERE for website.
10th: Mother's Day
10th: U.S. Coast Guard Band established in 1925
13th: U.S. Navy Nurse Corps established in 1908
May 14, 1607 - The first permanent English settlement in America was established at Jamestown, Virginia, by a group of royally chartered Virginia Company settlers from Plymouth, England.
15th: Peace Officers Memorial Day
16th: Armed Forces Day
16th: Space Coast Honor Flight #2 of 5 2026 visits by veterans to see their monuments and memorials in Wash DC. Starts at 0400 hours at Melbourne International Airport Main Terminal with Welcome home set 2030 hours same evening. Come out and honor these veterans, some from the Korean War era and their Guardians that will travel with them. Contact schf.org for more information and to sign up on the waiting list for both honorees and guardians.
22nd - 25th: RIDE FOR FREEDOM WEEKEND - MERRITT ISLAND
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* 22nd - 24th: In the BVMC Park and Plaza: Florida-wide Ride for Freedom presented by Rolling Thunder FL- 1. Friday focus is ride in, Gold Star Family Dinner and Flame Walk to the Walls and Monuments. Saturday is Rally with food, music and much more. Sunday, 25 May will be motorcycle ride for freedom starting at BVMC Plaza and MI Mall 0900-1100. 2026 Ride For Freedom
* 23rd: Cornhole Tournament
* 23rd: Cornhole Tournament
23rd: Flags for Fallen Veterans. See flyer below.
25th: Memorial Day
25th: Memorial Day Observance - CAPE CANAVERAL NATIONAL CEMETERY. 0900-1030, 5525 US Highway 1, Mims. The annual Remember and Honor Memorial Day ceremony will be held at the Flag Assembly Area. Keynote Speaker is Kayla Giuliano, a USMC Combat veteran of Iraq and Afghanistan. The MC is Mindy Levy of IHeart Radio Morning Show. Pastor Wintley Phipps will perform the National Anthem. A limited number of chairs are provided, lawn chairs welcome, water available.
25th: Honor America Liberty Bell Museum Memorial Day Ceremony 1100 - 1200 at the Museum in Melbourne. Ceremony, food and drinks, live music and much more.
25th: Cocoa Memorial Day Parade and Ceremony at Cocoa Village and Riverfront Park. Parade begins at 1530 with the Ceremony at 1700. The keynote speaker is Patrick SLD Commander Col Chatman. Combat veteran Jason Madrigale, an Army Calvary Scout and Purple Heart recipient, who served in Iraq and now works with St Francis Hospice to support other veterans is also speaking . The Chaplain will be Jonelle Capitano of St Francis who was a Captain in the Air Force and former Army Spec4. Cocoa JROTC will provide support including folding the flag. Cocoa Police and Fire Units will also be engaged in the ceremony. The Saluting Battery of the Submarine Deck Guns from the Naval Ordnance Test Unit will honor our Fallen with a 21 gun salute ringing out over the Indian River. Contact MC Donn Weaver 757-871-6576 for details.
25th: Memorial Day Observance - CAPE CANAVERAL NATIONAL CEMETERY. 0900-1030, 5525 US Highway 1, Mims. The annual Remember and Honor Memorial Day ceremony will be held at the Flag Assembly Area. Keynote Speaker is Kayla Giuliano, a USMC Combat veteran of Iraq and Afghanistan. The MC is Mindy Levy of IHeart Radio Morning Show. Pastor Wintley Phipps will perform the National Anthem. A limited number of chairs are provided, lawn chairs welcome, water available.
25th: Honor America Liberty Bell Museum Memorial Day Ceremony 1100 - 1200 at the Museum in Melbourne. Ceremony, food and drinks, live music and much more.
25th: Cocoa Memorial Day Parade and Ceremony at Cocoa Village and Riverfront Park. Parade begins at 1530 with the Ceremony at 1700. The keynote speaker is Patrick SLD Commander Col Chatman. Combat veteran Jason Madrigale, an Army Calvary Scout and Purple Heart recipient, who served in Iraq and now works with St Francis Hospice to support other veterans is also speaking . The Chaplain will be Jonelle Capitano of St Francis who was a Captain in the Air Force and former Army Spec4. Cocoa JROTC will provide support including folding the flag. Cocoa Police and Fire Units will also be engaged in the ceremony. The Saluting Battery of the Submarine Deck Guns from the Naval Ordnance Test Unit will honor our Fallen with a 21 gun salute ringing out over the Indian River. Contact MC Donn Weaver 757-871-6576 for details.
june
6th: Anniversary of the World War II Allied invasion in Normandy France, now known as D-Day.
6th-7th: Merritt Island FEST at the VM Park (1500-2200) with food trucks, music and much more. Paid admission, Sponsored by Space Coast Daily. Open to all in the Public.
8th: USS Liberty was attacked by Israeli Naval ships and aircraft in 1967
12th: Celebration and Lunch for our Military Women at the Avenues in Viera 1130 -1300. Contact www.avet-project.org
6th-7th: Merritt Island FEST at the VM Park (1500-2200) with food trucks, music and much more. Paid admission, Sponsored by Space Coast Daily. Open to all in the Public.
8th: USS Liberty was attacked by Israeli Naval ships and aircraft in 1967
12th: Celebration and Lunch for our Military Women at the Avenues in Viera 1130 -1300. Contact www.avet-project.org
13th: Space Coast Honor Flight #3 of 5 2026 visits by veterans to see their monuments and memorials in Wash DC. Starts at 0400 hours at Melbourne International Airport Main Terminal with Welcome home set 2030 hours same evening. Come out and honor these veterans, some from the Korean War era and their Guardians that will travel with them. Contact schf.org for more information and to sign up on the waiting list for both honorees and guardians.
NOTE: Fall SCHF’s set for 12 Sep and 17 Oct.
13th: Celebrating America 250!! Red, White and Blue Ball — Tides Club PSFB 1700-2200. Formal/Semi Formal Dress- $95 per person Special Guests— George and Martha Washington!!!
14th: Flag Day – A Day to celebrate the adoption of the U.S. flag.
14th: U.S. Army Birthday (Established in 1775)
17th: U.S. Navy Hospital Corps established in 1898.
19th-21st: American Space Museum in Titusville - Shuttle Fest — More info in early June.
20th: Memorial 5K Run honoring Christian Bellmore, MIHS Graduate who served in the USAF, Veterans Memorial Park — 0700-1100. Contact Donn Weaver for more info.
21st: Father's Day
21st: First Day of Summer
23rd: Coast Guard Auxiliary Birthday
25th: North Korea invades South Korea in 1950.
27th: PTSD Awareness Day
NOTE: Fall SCHF’s set for 12 Sep and 17 Oct.
13th: Celebrating America 250!! Red, White and Blue Ball — Tides Club PSFB 1700-2200. Formal/Semi Formal Dress- $95 per person Special Guests— George and Martha Washington!!!
14th: Flag Day – A Day to celebrate the adoption of the U.S. flag.
14th: U.S. Army Birthday (Established in 1775)
17th: U.S. Navy Hospital Corps established in 1898.
19th-21st: American Space Museum in Titusville - Shuttle Fest — More info in early June.
20th: Memorial 5K Run honoring Christian Bellmore, MIHS Graduate who served in the USAF, Veterans Memorial Park — 0700-1100. Contact Donn Weaver for more info.
21st: Father's Day
21st: First Day of Summer
23rd: Coast Guard Auxiliary Birthday
25th: North Korea invades South Korea in 1950.
27th: PTSD Awareness Day
july
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4th: BCSO/BVMC Independence Day Parade and America 250 Celebration. (1000 - 1300). Parade starts at Merritt Island High School ( 1000- with set up (0830-1000) and continues to Edgewood JR/SR High School and the BVMC Plaza where we plan food trucks and music to celebrate 250 years of America and Veterans who created, protected and continued America as we know and love it.
As always, this year’s parade will stroll along the streets of Merritt Island with the float and parade participants starting at Merritt Island High School, heading South on Courtenay Parkway, to turn East onto Merritt Avenue with the parade ending at Edgewood Jr./Sr. High School. Be sure to get there early to claim your favorite viewing spot, set up your flags and wear your best patriotic gear. To make things even better, once the parade has ended, the great partners just around the corner at the Veterans Memorial Center will host food trucks and all access admission to the Veteran’s Museum, so bring the kids and get ready for some great red, white, and blue fun. To register a float, vehicle, walkers, or whatever piece of great American patriotism you plan on showcasing, all you have to do is visit https://bcsocharity.org/ to find all of the information. 
11th: Veterans Appreciation Day at DAV Chapter 109 in Titusville 1500-1800 at 435 N. Singleton Ave. Food , Drinks, games, movies and camaraderie!!!
A Summer to Remember on the Space Coast and Across America 14th: Cape Canaveral Lighthouse Foundation Fun’Raiser, 4th Annual Christmas in July, 1700-1900, Rising Tide Tap & Table, 523 Glen Cheek Dr, Port Canaveral, FL. Exclusive private raffle party, $100 raffle donation minimum, and VIP Tables available. Silent and live auctions, heavy appetizers, fun swag, cash bar and Cape Canaveral Lighthouse membership. 321-351-5052 or https://canaverallight.org/ 20th: ALR 117 Funeral Escort
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BCSO’s annual “Independence Day Parade” will take place on Friday, July 4th, at 10 A.M. in Merritt Island, as we take to the streets to show our patriotism and pride in America. (BCSO Image)
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JULY 4 and AMERICA 250 SPECIAL EVENTS
3rd: Cape Canaveral Port 250 America and July 4 Fireworks Celebration focused at west area of the port with Gators at the Port a focal point for gathering (1930- 2130).
4th: BCSO/BVMC Independence Day Parade and America 250 Celebration. (1000- 1100 Parade , 1115 - 1330 Amphitheater VMP 250 Salute. Parade starts at Merritt Island High School ( 1000- with set up (0830-0945) and continues to Edgewood jr/sr High School and the BVMC Park where we plan food trucks music, live patriotic singing, Special talks by Sheriff Ivey, NOTU XO CDR Brian Purvis, SAR President Hans Hunt , all to celebrate 250 years of America and Veterans who created, healed , protected and defended America as we know and love it. 4th: Titusville 250 America Parade with OASIS leading off with 50 floats available and info at usa250parade.com and 321-267-7922. Proceeds to support OASIS in their mission of sending care packages to hundreds of deployed troops five times per year. Contact Tess at Oasis for more information and how to support the Parade and Oasis. 321-243-7753. 4th: Valiant Air Command 250 America Celebration at 6600 TICO Rd, Titusville Airport. 0900-1700. Games, food, drinks, demonstrations, raffles, open cockpit day and much more. 4th: Palm Bay Independence Day 250th America Festival and Fireworks at Eastern Florida State College Palm Bay with music, food trucks and fireworks. 1700- 2100 with Fireworks at 2100. 4th: Brevard County 4th of July Symphony Under the Stars at Cocoa Village 2000- 2200 with fireworks on the river, Free. Supported by PSFB Honor Guard and National Anthem Singer from PSFB. Patriotic favorites will be played along with food and drinks available. Great way to end America’s 250th Birthday Party!!! 5th: City of Cape Canaveral America 250 Celebration featuring music, food trucks, and special presentation by the Sons of The American Revolution Color Guard in full 1776 regalia. 1200-1330 hours at Manatee Park, Cape Canaveral . 21st: Guam Liberation Day (1944)
25th: National Hire a Veteran Day 25th: One Senior Place First Responders Appreciation Day 1100-1400 at 8085 Spy Glass Hill Road, Viera. DJ and Live Music, Sheriff Ivey as speaker, cool indoor seating. BBQ showcase and more. Call 231-751-6771 for more info. 27th: National Korean War Veterans Armistice Day
28th: Buffalo Soldiers Day 29th: Anniversary of the Army Chaplain Corps 30th: Women Accepted for Volunteer Emergency Service (WAVES). The Navy WAVE was the women's branch of the United States Naval Reserve, established on July 30, 1942, to free up male personnel for active combat duty during World War II. |
august
1st: Kids Back to school Bash for Military and all kids. Parks and Recreation at Mclarty Park Community Center, 790 Barton Blvd., Rockledge. 1000-1400. Food trucks, vendors, games , full back packs for kids.
4th: Coast Guard Birthday
4th: Coast Guard Birthday and Family Day Party (1000-1500) USCG Station Care Canaveral. Food and kids events for the USCG families and supporters. Thanks to AVET, MOAACC Good Deeds, BVMC , VFW 10131 Cape Canaveral and other vet organizations for support.
7th: Purple Heart Day
7th: NVHS Annual Lost in America , Rescuing American Veterans facing homelessness Dinner. 1700-2100 Radisson, Cape Canaveral. Sold Out!! Thank you NVHS.
9th: Annual Military Order of Purple Heart Recognition Ceremony at the BVMC Museum (1400-1600) with special recognition of 10 Purple Heart Recipients. Their stories of courage and sacrifice will be told. Quilts of Valor also presented along with recognition from several officials. Contact Donn Weaver for more information.
10th: Department of War Birthday
10th: Agent Orange Awareness Day
14th: Navajo Code Talkers Day
16th: National Airborne Day
19th: National Aviation Day
29th: Marine Corps Reserve Birthday
4th: Coast Guard Birthday
4th: Coast Guard Birthday and Family Day Party (1000-1500) USCG Station Care Canaveral. Food and kids events for the USCG families and supporters. Thanks to AVET, MOAACC Good Deeds, BVMC , VFW 10131 Cape Canaveral and other vet organizations for support.
7th: Purple Heart Day
7th: NVHS Annual Lost in America , Rescuing American Veterans facing homelessness Dinner. 1700-2100 Radisson, Cape Canaveral. Sold Out!! Thank you NVHS.
9th: Annual Military Order of Purple Heart Recognition Ceremony at the BVMC Museum (1400-1600) with special recognition of 10 Purple Heart Recipients. Their stories of courage and sacrifice will be told. Quilts of Valor also presented along with recognition from several officials. Contact Donn Weaver for more information.
10th: Department of War Birthday
10th: Agent Orange Awareness Day
14th: Navajo Code Talkers Day
16th: National Airborne Day
19th: National Aviation Day
29th: Marine Corps Reserve Birthday
September
2nd: V-J Day
4th: Their Voice of Hope Welcome Back Happy Birthday and Appreciation Luncheon 1130-1330 at Gray Hall of BVMC. RSVP and registration required at [email protected]. For women veterans and the organizations that support TVOH.
6th: Special Vietnam Veterans Welcome Home Dinner and Celebration sponsored by the Vietnam Exhibit Project led by Ben Bydalek. Azon Temple , 1591 W Eau Gallie Blvd, Melbourne. Event starts at 1530. FREE Dinner 1630 -1730 with other events until 2000. VVA Chapter 1096 co-sponsor. Contact Ben for more info. [email protected]
7th: Labor Day
11th: Patriot Day (9/11 Remembrance Day)
4th: Their Voice of Hope Welcome Back Happy Birthday and Appreciation Luncheon 1130-1330 at Gray Hall of BVMC. RSVP and registration required at [email protected]. For women veterans and the organizations that support TVOH.
6th: Special Vietnam Veterans Welcome Home Dinner and Celebration sponsored by the Vietnam Exhibit Project led by Ben Bydalek. Azon Temple , 1591 W Eau Gallie Blvd, Melbourne. Event starts at 1530. FREE Dinner 1630 -1730 with other events until 2000. VVA Chapter 1096 co-sponsor. Contact Ben for more info. [email protected]
7th: Labor Day
11th: Patriot Day (9/11 Remembrance Day)
11th - 25th: Annual Commemoration of the attacks on America on 9/11/2001 sponsored by Club 1013 And BVMC. (1800-1930) In the new Park Amphitheater. Focused on those who fell on 9/11 as well as thousands who were affected by toxins and went to the fight abroad. This major event supports and remembers the Fire, Police, EMS, Civilians, Military who lost their lives on or because of 9/11. We will honor and remember all their families as well.
12th: Space Coast Honor Flight #4 of 5 2026 visits by veterans to see their monuments and memorials in Wash DC. Starts at 0400 hours at Melbourne International Airport Main Terminal with Welcome home set 2030 hours same evening. Come out and honor these veterans , some from the Korean War era and their Guardians that will travel with them. Many veteran organizations and community groups support this amazing program. MOAACC Good Deeds funds FIT ROTC Cadets and Veterans in the VA sponsored FIT Psych PhD program to serve as guardians throughout the year. Contact schf.org for more information and to sign up on the waiting list for both honorees and guardians.
18th: U.S. Air Force Birthday
18th: National POW*MIA Recognition Day
12th: Space Coast Honor Flight #4 of 5 2026 visits by veterans to see their monuments and memorials in Wash DC. Starts at 0400 hours at Melbourne International Airport Main Terminal with Welcome home set 2030 hours same evening. Come out and honor these veterans , some from the Korean War era and their Guardians that will travel with them. Many veteran organizations and community groups support this amazing program. MOAACC Good Deeds funds FIT ROTC Cadets and Veterans in the VA sponsored FIT Psych PhD program to serve as guardians throughout the year. Contact schf.org for more information and to sign up on the waiting list for both honorees and guardians.
18th: U.S. Air Force Birthday
18th: National POW*MIA Recognition Day
22nd: First day of Autumn
26th: Special Vietnam Veterans Welcome Home Dinner and Celebration sponsored by the Vietnam Exhibit Project led by Ben Bydalek. Azon Temple , 1591 W Eau Gallie Blvd, Melbourne. Event starts at 1530. FREE Dinner 1630 -1730 with other events until 2000. VVA Chapter 1096 co- sponsor. Contact Ben for more info [email protected]
27th: Gold Star Mother's and Family Day
27th: Dice Run by AMVETS riders Chapter 2415 (0830- 1600). Ride Cycles, Roll Dice and Win with 6 stops starting with AM Legion Post 1 in Titusville. Plenty of eats and drinks (non- alcoholic ) at $20 per rider and $10 per passenger. Proceeds benefit Veteran Barry Munn’s battle with cancer. Contact AMVETS for more info. Register at 0900-1000 at AL Post 1.
30th: Brevard No One Veteran Left Behind Memorial Service at Cape Canaveral National Cemetery in Mims 0900-1000. We will lay to rest almost 20 Veterans and Spouses who were abandoned by their families and left on funeral home shelves in some cases for decades. Call to support with urn, flag and flower bearers along with witnesses will be made before Labor Day. CCNC will also read the names of all veterans and spouses laid to rest during the past year with no family present. Let us thus pay respects to our veterans that will finally lay in honored rest as America promised. Contact Donn Weaver, [email protected] for more information and to volunteer.
26th: Special Vietnam Veterans Welcome Home Dinner and Celebration sponsored by the Vietnam Exhibit Project led by Ben Bydalek. Azon Temple , 1591 W Eau Gallie Blvd, Melbourne. Event starts at 1530. FREE Dinner 1630 -1730 with other events until 2000. VVA Chapter 1096 co- sponsor. Contact Ben for more info [email protected]
27th: Gold Star Mother's and Family Day
27th: Dice Run by AMVETS riders Chapter 2415 (0830- 1600). Ride Cycles, Roll Dice and Win with 6 stops starting with AM Legion Post 1 in Titusville. Plenty of eats and drinks (non- alcoholic ) at $20 per rider and $10 per passenger. Proceeds benefit Veteran Barry Munn’s battle with cancer. Contact AMVETS for more info. Register at 0900-1000 at AL Post 1.
30th: Brevard No One Veteran Left Behind Memorial Service at Cape Canaveral National Cemetery in Mims 0900-1000. We will lay to rest almost 20 Veterans and Spouses who were abandoned by their families and left on funeral home shelves in some cases for decades. Call to support with urn, flag and flower bearers along with witnesses will be made before Labor Day. CCNC will also read the names of all veterans and spouses laid to rest during the past year with no family present. Let us thus pay respects to our veterans that will finally lay in honored rest as America promised. Contact Donn Weaver, [email protected] for more information and to volunteer.
October
3rd: JROTC Raider Challenge Meet #1 at BVMC Park and Amphitheater. (0630- 1230)
10th: Medal of Honor BBQ , Craft Fair, Specialty Car show, live music, food trucks and more. Sponsored by SpaceX and other MOH Foundation supporters with proceeds going to support veteran families in distress. Contact BVMC VP Don Pearsall for more information on 321-313-2444. (1000- 1600).
12th: Columbus Day
13th: U.S. Navy Birthday (1775)
17th: Space Coast Honor Flight #5 of 5 2026 visits by veterans to see their monuments and memorials in Wash DC. Starts at 0400 hours at Melbourne International Airport Main Terminal with Welcome home set 2030 hours same evening. Come out and honor these veterans , some from the Korean War era and their Guardians that will travel with them. Many veteran organizations and community groups support this amazing program. MOAACC Good Deeds funds FIT ROTC Cadets and Veterans in the VA sponsored FIT Psych PhD program to serve as guardians throughout the year. Contact schf.org for more information and to sign up on the waiting list for both honorees and guardians.
31st: JROTC Raider Challenge Meets #2 at BVMC Park and Amphitheater. (0630-1230)
31st: Halloween
10th: Medal of Honor BBQ , Craft Fair, Specialty Car show, live music, food trucks and more. Sponsored by SpaceX and other MOH Foundation supporters with proceeds going to support veteran families in distress. Contact BVMC VP Don Pearsall for more information on 321-313-2444. (1000- 1600).
12th: Columbus Day
13th: U.S. Navy Birthday (1775)
17th: Space Coast Honor Flight #5 of 5 2026 visits by veterans to see their monuments and memorials in Wash DC. Starts at 0400 hours at Melbourne International Airport Main Terminal with Welcome home set 2030 hours same evening. Come out and honor these veterans , some from the Korean War era and their Guardians that will travel with them. Many veteran organizations and community groups support this amazing program. MOAACC Good Deeds funds FIT ROTC Cadets and Veterans in the VA sponsored FIT Psych PhD program to serve as guardians throughout the year. Contact schf.org for more information and to sign up on the waiting list for both honorees and guardians.
31st: JROTC Raider Challenge Meets #2 at BVMC Park and Amphitheater. (0630-1230)
31st: Halloween
November
1st: Daylight Savings Time Ends
3rd: Election Day! Exercise your right, and VOTE
7th: Annual St Francis Hospice 5K Run for Veterans at the new Veterans Memorial Park Amphitheater and Plaza 0730- 1130. Includes vendors, awards, veteran pinning as SFH raises funds for their “We Honor Veterans Program“ throughout the County all year. Details and registration in September.
7th: Third Annual Cape Canaveral Veterans Day Parade sponsored by VFW Post 10131. Starts and Ends near the Cape Canaveral City Hall at 1111 Hours until 1330. Includes music, vendors, food, and more. Sign ups and more information in August.
7th: Second Annual VyStar MOACC Good Deeds Foundation Veterans Recognition Dinner 1700-2000 Fundraiser at the Melbourne Hilton Rialto as they recognize veteran organizations, projects and individuals who have made major contributions on the Space Coast 2025-26. Keynote Speaker is Rep Mike Haridopolos, with Clerk of Courts Rachel Sadoff as MC and Sheriff Wayne Ivey as Auctioneer. Sign up to sponsor tables or reserve seats at moaacc.org
8th: Home Stretch 9th Annual 5K sponsored by National Veterans Homeless Support in the Eau Gallie Arts District with the start at 0800 hours. Sign up at https://runsignup.com/homestretch5k
10th: U.S. Marine Corps Birthday (1775)
11th: Veterans' Day
11th: Veteran Day Events at BVMC and many other locations in the county. Details in August.
14th: Annual Marine Corps Ball at Space Coast Convention Center, Cape Canaveral 1700-2200 sponsored by Brevard Marine Corps League Chapter 513. Ceremony, dinner, silent auction, tradition, dancing and fun. Contact: [email protected] to sign up, pay and for more information. Tickets $60 each.
14th: The Support Committee at Cape Canaveral National Cemetery (501(c)3) will be having their annual Fall Fundraiser on November 14 at American Legion Post 1 in Titusville. Beginning at 5:30, dinner tickets are available at $25 per person; a 50/50 raffle and many raffle items will be available in a silent auction. With a DJ, the evening will be fun, tasty and entertaining while supporting the efforts to enhance ceremonies and education about Cape Canaveral National Cemetery For reservations and more information: [email protected]
14th: JROTC Raider Challenge Meet #3 for District Championship at BVMC Park and Amphitheater (0630-1300) NOTE: State Championships on 12 Dec.
26th: Thanksgiving Day
3rd: Election Day! Exercise your right, and VOTE
7th: Annual St Francis Hospice 5K Run for Veterans at the new Veterans Memorial Park Amphitheater and Plaza 0730- 1130. Includes vendors, awards, veteran pinning as SFH raises funds for their “We Honor Veterans Program“ throughout the County all year. Details and registration in September.
7th: Third Annual Cape Canaveral Veterans Day Parade sponsored by VFW Post 10131. Starts and Ends near the Cape Canaveral City Hall at 1111 Hours until 1330. Includes music, vendors, food, and more. Sign ups and more information in August.
7th: Second Annual VyStar MOACC Good Deeds Foundation Veterans Recognition Dinner 1700-2000 Fundraiser at the Melbourne Hilton Rialto as they recognize veteran organizations, projects and individuals who have made major contributions on the Space Coast 2025-26. Keynote Speaker is Rep Mike Haridopolos, with Clerk of Courts Rachel Sadoff as MC and Sheriff Wayne Ivey as Auctioneer. Sign up to sponsor tables or reserve seats at moaacc.org
8th: Home Stretch 9th Annual 5K sponsored by National Veterans Homeless Support in the Eau Gallie Arts District with the start at 0800 hours. Sign up at https://runsignup.com/homestretch5k
10th: U.S. Marine Corps Birthday (1775)
11th: Veterans' Day
11th: Veteran Day Events at BVMC and many other locations in the county. Details in August.
14th: Annual Marine Corps Ball at Space Coast Convention Center, Cape Canaveral 1700-2200 sponsored by Brevard Marine Corps League Chapter 513. Ceremony, dinner, silent auction, tradition, dancing and fun. Contact: [email protected] to sign up, pay and for more information. Tickets $60 each.
14th: The Support Committee at Cape Canaveral National Cemetery (501(c)3) will be having their annual Fall Fundraiser on November 14 at American Legion Post 1 in Titusville. Beginning at 5:30, dinner tickets are available at $25 per person; a 50/50 raffle and many raffle items will be available in a silent auction. With a DJ, the evening will be fun, tasty and entertaining while supporting the efforts to enhance ceremonies and education about Cape Canaveral National Cemetery For reservations and more information: [email protected]
14th: JROTC Raider Challenge Meet #3 for District Championship at BVMC Park and Amphitheater (0630-1300) NOTE: State Championships on 12 Dec.
26th: Thanksgiving Day
December
5th: Annual Merritt Island Grand Illumination sponsored by CAMI and BVMC 1500- 2000 at BVMC Amphitheater Park and Plaza. More details in August.
7th: Pearl Harbor Remembrance Day
11th - 12th: 2026 Superintendent’s Cup Brevard County JROTC Air Rifle Championships at Palm Bay jr/Sr Magnet High School Shooting Range Building 0800-1700 each day. This event is a qualifier for State Championships.
12th: National Wreaths Across America Day
12th: 5th Annual Space Force T-minus 10 Miler Run at Cape Canaveral Space Force Station (0700-1100). This is a USSF Heritage Event which is open to the public and thus gives a rare glimpse into the historic area with run past 4 old launch sites. Runners and dozens of volunteers and sponsors needed. Learn more and register at https://runspaceforce.com
15th: Bill of Rights Day
17th: Wright Brothers Day
19th: Wreaths Across America Ceremony at the Cape Canaveral National Cemetery and other Brevard locations. CCNC 0800 - 1030 for family and friends, 1030 - 1100 to lay wreaths and 1100-1130 for the Ceremony at the Flag Assembly Area. Details in August.
21st: First Day of Winter
24th: Christmas Eve
25th: Christmas Day
31st: New Year's Eve
2027
January
16th: Annual Key Lime Pie Festival 1000- 2000 Veterans Memorial Amphitheater and Park. Details in August. Paid Event put on by the Originals Key Lime Pie Company of Cocoa Beach.
23rd: JROTC Drill Meet #1 in VM Park with amphitheater stage for awards (0630-1230).
30th: JROTC Run and Shoot Event at Satellite HS 0800-1200. Includes Ruck Run and timed air rifle shooting for accuracy. -6-8 JROTC Teams expected for this unique Brevard County Event.
February
06th: JROTC Drill Meet #2 in Park with amphitheater. Stage for awards (0630-1230). Also planned to overlap with 2027 Medal of Honor Event. Look for more details in December 2026.
27th: JROTC Drill Meet #3 District Championships in Park with amphitheater stage for awards (0630-1230)
March
13th: BVMC/SAR Last Naval Battle of the American Revolution (0800-1200) Amphitheater and Concessions area. Details in Dec
April
16th: BVMC/BPS Space Coast Military Enlistment Ceremony at VMP Amphitheater (1400-1900)
May
2nd: BVMC/Back Brevard Heroes — Hero Fest — Plaza and Park (0900-1500).
7th: Pearl Harbor Remembrance Day
11th - 12th: 2026 Superintendent’s Cup Brevard County JROTC Air Rifle Championships at Palm Bay jr/Sr Magnet High School Shooting Range Building 0800-1700 each day. This event is a qualifier for State Championships.
12th: National Wreaths Across America Day
12th: 5th Annual Space Force T-minus 10 Miler Run at Cape Canaveral Space Force Station (0700-1100). This is a USSF Heritage Event which is open to the public and thus gives a rare glimpse into the historic area with run past 4 old launch sites. Runners and dozens of volunteers and sponsors needed. Learn more and register at https://runspaceforce.com
15th: Bill of Rights Day
17th: Wright Brothers Day
19th: Wreaths Across America Ceremony at the Cape Canaveral National Cemetery and other Brevard locations. CCNC 0800 - 1030 for family and friends, 1030 - 1100 to lay wreaths and 1100-1130 for the Ceremony at the Flag Assembly Area. Details in August.
21st: First Day of Winter
24th: Christmas Eve
25th: Christmas Day
31st: New Year's Eve
2027
January
16th: Annual Key Lime Pie Festival 1000- 2000 Veterans Memorial Amphitheater and Park. Details in August. Paid Event put on by the Originals Key Lime Pie Company of Cocoa Beach.
23rd: JROTC Drill Meet #1 in VM Park with amphitheater stage for awards (0630-1230).
30th: JROTC Run and Shoot Event at Satellite HS 0800-1200. Includes Ruck Run and timed air rifle shooting for accuracy. -6-8 JROTC Teams expected for this unique Brevard County Event.
February
06th: JROTC Drill Meet #2 in Park with amphitheater. Stage for awards (0630-1230). Also planned to overlap with 2027 Medal of Honor Event. Look for more details in December 2026.
27th: JROTC Drill Meet #3 District Championships in Park with amphitheater stage for awards (0630-1230)
March
13th: BVMC/SAR Last Naval Battle of the American Revolution (0800-1200) Amphitheater and Concessions area. Details in Dec
April
16th: BVMC/BPS Space Coast Military Enlistment Ceremony at VMP Amphitheater (1400-1900)
May
2nd: BVMC/Back Brevard Heroes — Hero Fest — Plaza and Park (0900-1500).