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Top Summer Events In Indian River

Summer is upon us 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:

Vero Beach Film Festival
June 9th – 12th | 2022
Make your plans for the 5th annual Vero Beach Film Festival, pairing independent filmmakers and audiences seeking new voices and fresh perspectives. Meet the artists behind the screen, enjoy a vintner dinner, and explore Vero Beach June 9-12, 2022. Passes are on sale now. For more information, visit their website.

Free Admission At The Environmental Learning Center
June 11th | 2022
The Environmental Learning Center will offer FREE admission on Saturday, June 11th for National Get Outdoors Day. Guests can visit the Touch Tanks, walk the trails, and enjoy nature. Reservations are suggested for canoe and kayak rentals and pontoon boat tours. . For more information, visit their website.

17th Annual Waterlily Celebration
June 18th | 2022
Come celebrate the essence of this historic Garden during the 17th Annual Waterlily Celebration and enjoy one of the state’s largest collection of waterlilies. Waterlilies have been McKee’s most striking plant collection since the 1930s. During the warm summer months, the lilies bring vibrant color in flowers and leaves, and fragrance and texture to the ponds and streams. Enjoy repotting demonstrations, plein air artists creating beautiful works of art, plant vendors, and the annual waterlily photo contest. For more information, visit their website.

Mel Fisher’s Treasure Museum Free Admission
June 20th – 26th | 2022
Mel Fisher’s Treasure Museum is offering free admission for anyone with an out of state ID (non Florida ID) during the week of June 20th-26th.  For more information, visit their website.

Burgers and Brews
June 25th | 2022
Burgers & Brews – An American Heritage Celebration, street festival is free event and open to the public in beautiful downtown Vero Beach. Live Music throughout the event featuring four talented local bands,Kid’s Zone with bounce houses, and a VIP lounge  with air-conditioned seating and private restrooms, beer, cocktails, soft drinks, water, and snacks. For more information, Visit their Website.

Boom On The Lagoon
July 4th | 2022
Pack up the family – grab your friends – and head to Riverside Park for a truly memorable 4th of July. Don’t forget lawn chairs & blankets. Fireworks by Zambelli Fireworks. The event starts at 5. Fireworks at 9pm. For more information, Visit their Website.

Sebastian’s Freedom Festival
July 4th | 2022
The City of Sebastian enthusiastically invites you to participate in the Annual 4th of July Parade which will be held on Monday, July 4th. The parade begins at 8:30 a.m.
Following the parade, there will be festivities in the park. Live entertainment, food, craft booths, vendors, etc. Fireworks at dusk. This is a fun-filled family event! For more information, Visit their Website.

Rock & Rose Beach Party
July 9th | 2022

2nd Annual Rock N Rose beach party! Sip on Rose on the beach, play some games and hang out while enjoying live music! Tickets are $15 in advance and include your first Rose or $25 at the door, if available. Bring your own chairs or seating to hangout! Rose Merch will be available and we encourage you to wear pink! For more information, Visit their Website.

Holy Grail Eats Season 2 Watch Parth
July 14th | 2022

Join us for a Premiere event to watch Season 1 & 2 on the BIG Screen, get a sneak peek at the final episode of Season 2 before it’s launched, and a Meet & Greet afterwards with the host of the show! Popcorn & Soda are included with your ticket! For more information, Visit their Website.

Mel Fisher’s Treasure Museum Educators Special
July 17th-23rd | 2022

Mel Fisher’s Treasure Museum is offering free admission for anyone in the education field during the week of July 17-23. 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 July and 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 July and 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.

Summer Sundays At Heaton’s
Sundays June, July, 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.

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.