Top Fall Events In Indian River
Fall is here and we in Vero Beach, Fellsmere and Sebastian have plenty of ways that you can welcome in the new season! Check out our list of the top events this season:
Ballet Vero Beach Presents: Chicago Dance Crash
August 5th-6th | 2022
Continuing their pursuit of bringing the best of dance to our own backyard, Ballet Vero Beach is thrilled to present, in partnership with Riverside Theatre, Chicago Dance Crash. This awe-inspiring troupe fuses Hip Hop and Contemporary dance to create original narrative works that are accessible, entertaining, and energetic. Don’t miss this acclaimed company as they kick off their 20th anniversary season right here in Vero Beach! For more information, Visit their Website.
Paddle Dash 2022
August 6th | 2022
The Paddle Dash is a family-friendly, fun, and exciting Paddle Board/Kayak race on the beautiful Indian River Lagoon. 100% of the proceeds from this event go to Keep Indian River Beautiful’s environmental improvement programs. Prior Registration is required. For more information, Visit their Website.
Mel Fisher’s 100th Birthday Special
August 21st-27th | 2022
Mel Fisher’s Treasure Museum is offering free admission for anyone that wishes Mel a Happy Birthday in their best pirate voice during the week of August 21-27. Visit the Mel Fisher Treasure Museum and dive into history. The experience is both educational and exciting – you can even lift an authentic Atocha gold bar! Join the millions who have witnessed this spectacular collection of cultural artifacts and treasures recovered from the ocean depths. For more information, visit their website.
Live In The Loop
Fridays and Saturdays in August | 2022
COME HUNGRY! HANG-OUT, ROCK-OUT, OR CHILL-OUT! Almost every Friday & Saturday night (rain or shine), Riverside Theatre’s Live in the Loop becomes the local hot spot where some of the area’s most talented musicians perform. Enjoy burgers, chicken, bbq, salads, ice cream, beer, wine, and cocktails. We have outdoor table seating and space for lawn chairs for our casual dining outdoor concerts under the oak trees. For more information, Visit their Website.
The Comedy Zone
Fridays and Saturdays in August | 2022
Wild. Untamed. Hilarious. Riverside Theatre’s Comedy Zone Experience is the Treasure Coast’s best stage for Live Stand-Up Comedy on select Friday and Saturday nights all-year-round. Have a great time with two hilarious comedians, an opening act and a headliner, plus an emcee host for one low ticket price. Laugh the night away in cabaret-style seating, and enjoy food and drink table service. For more information, Visit their Website.
First Friday Art Gallery Stroll
September 2nd | 2022
Enjoy art galleries, shops, and restaurants as you stroll along 14th Avenue and through the Arts District in historic downtown Vero Beach. Galleries are open and free to the public. The Art Gallery Stroll is held from 5 pm to 8 pm on the first Friday of each month. For more information, Visit their Website.
Recycle Derby 2022
September 24th | 2022
Join us for the 2nd Annual Recycle Derby on September 24th. Come watch as teams race their recyclable homemade vehicles through stunts and obstacles all along Walking Tree Brewery’s front yard and parking lot. Check out local environmentally conscious vendors and tasty food trucks. This is a fun day you will not want to miss as we raise awareness about the importance of recycling in our community. For more information, Visit their Website.
Downtown Friday
September 30th | 2022
Join the downtown vibe at this popular street party held on the last Friday of the month in Vero’s historic downtown district. Music, dancing, street vendors, crafts & food trucks, Family and dog-friendly – FREE to attend. For more information, Visit their Website.
Summer Sundays At Heaton’s
Sundays August and September | 2022
Head to Heaton’s Vero Beach for Summer Sunday with Casa Noble Tequila!
Live music from 1-4pm. For more information, Visit their Website.
Oktoberfest At American Icon
October 20th | 2022
Countryside Family Farms Fall Events
October 1st – 30th | 2022
The Countryside Fall Festival & MAZE returns this October to Countryside Family Farms! It will be open every Saturday and Sunday from 10 am to 5 pm from October 1 through October 30- and flashlight nights return Friday and Saturday, October 28 & 29, from 6:30 pm to 9:30 pm. The Fall Festival features many outdoor attractions, including a hayride, jump pillow, barnyard ball zone, mower-go-round, rat roller, kiddie & toddler zip lines, nature trail, corn crib, and more! Food and beverages are also available, including El Sid tacos and Countryside’s one-of-a-kind OJ slushie with vanilla soft-serve. For more information, Visit their Website.
13th Annual Treasure Coast Seafood Festival
October 8th-9th | 2022
The festival is a seafood enthusiast’s dream come true featuring a wide variety of seafood. Rounding out this family-oriented event, nautical vendors will offer unique merchandise and services, artists and craftsmen will display and sell their original works and local businesses and nonprofit organizations will provide information on services available. For more information, Visit their Website.
Dinner And A Ghost Hunt
October 8th | 2022
This is not your typical ghost tour! Join us as we take you through a journey in time at the historic Hallstrom House. We begin the evening with dinner where we will present interesting facts and stories of this property and its rich history. After dinner, we will introduce you to real ghost hunting equipment and explain our methods of investigation to you. Then it is off to investigate the paranormal! Teams will explore several locations long believed to be haunted. For more information, Visit their Website.
Vero Beach Oktoberfest
October 22nd | 2022
A unique 2 day Oktoberfest combining the fun traditional Oktoberfest atmosphere, food, beer, full liquor bars, Live Oktoberfest Party Bands! The Party begins in the large 17,000 Sqft Biergarten (beer garden) tent and is where you will WANT TO BE! Experience other traditional music at the corners of the 150 vendor marketplace booths with rock, county and blues! Big Kid Zone on site! For more information, visit their website.
Mel Fisher’s Halloweek
October 23rd-29th| 2022
This month we are continuing to celebrate our 30th anniversary, with a little bit of costume fun! In honor of this momentous occasion Mel Fisher’s Treasure Museum wants to invite everyone to dress like a pirate (or wear any other costume)! Yep, you heard us right… show up to our Sebastian location wearing your costume, and you will enjoy free admission from October 23rd- October 29th. Come and view the sunken treasures Mel spent decades recovering! We will be making a donation to Sebastian Junior Women’s Club for every free admission counted during this special promotion. For more information, visit their website.
Harvest Dines
October 27th | 2022
LaPorte Farms Fall Festival
October 29nd | 2022
The festival will have train rides, mechanical bull, pony rides, Home Depot Kid’s Workshop, hamburgers, hot dogs, sausage, peppers, and onions. Costume Contest at 2pm. For more information, visit their website.
FIRE & ICE – Capt. Hiram’s Halloween Event
October 29nd | 2022
Join Capt. Hiram’s on Oct. 29th for the wildly popular and always thrilling Halloween Bash. This year’s theme is FIRE & ICE. There will be a live band and a costume party. For more information, visit their website.
Halloween Bash At Marsh Landing
October 29nd | 2022
Your night will include a meet and greet with refreshments at the renowned Marsh Landing Restaurant followed by a presentation on the world of Paranormal Investigation and Research. Later, you will join our team on an actual paranormal investigation-style experience in the Marsh Landing Restaurant and The Old School House/City Hall in Fellsmere. Wear your scariest/most unique/funniest costume! Prizes for winners in several categories! For more information, visit their website.
Vero Beach Film Festival – The White Party
November 4th | 2022
It is our take on the ultra chic Le Dîner en Blanc. Founded in 1988 Paris, it is an elegant large-scale picnic held in a secret location, revealed at the very last minute. Le Dîner en Blanc is now a worldwide event spanning six continents in which guests dine, dressed in white, in a temporary pop up public location. Following the same rules as Le Dîner en Blanc, guests bring their own food, plates, and white decorations. For more information, visit their website.
Musical Chairs
November 4th – 27th | 2022
“Marvelous music, hysterical comedy, and at least six showstopper numbers make this a surefire winner!” Musical Chairs is a delightful musical is about an audience watching a play! Grab your ticket to laugh with the Vero Beach Theatre Guild. For more information, visit their website.
Beachside Bonfire Fest 2022
November 5th | 2022
Hotels and restaurants have joined together to plan a return for the wildly popular Beachside Bonfire Fest to be held Saturday, November 5, 2022 from 5-9 PM. Vero’s only beachside bonfire fest will benefit funding for the World War II Tribute. For more information, visit their website.
4th Annual Wine and Ale Trail Festival
November 19th | 2022
Join us for the 4th Annual Treasure Coast Wine & Ale Trail Festival taking place on Saturday, November 19, 2022, from 1 p.m. to 5 p.m. at Summer Crush Vineyard & Winery located at 4200 Johnston Road in Fort Pierce, FL. Locals and visitors will enjoy locally made craft beer, mead, wine, and cider all crafted right here on the Treasure Coast. For more information, visit their website.
Costa d’ Este Thanksgiving Brunch
November 24th | 2022
Enjoy Thanksgiving brunch at Costa d’ Este, including a cheese and charcuterie display, seafood and raw bar selection, herb roasted turkey, omelet station, an assortment of seasonal desserts and much more! For more information, visit their website.
