While many Central Floridians are still on summer vacation, families across the region are gearing up for the start of the school year this month. Despite being a busy transitional time, August offers special opportunities for relaxation, enrichment, and entertainment through Labor Day weekend. ONE Sotheby’s International Realty wishes all students the best of luck with their studies.
New Bites
Stuart’s Old Colorado Inn introduced Coventry Café for global fare complemented by Stuart Spritzes spiked with St.-Germain and prosecco. Farther east near the river, Pez Vela Fusion Kitchen combines Latin and Pan-Asian dishes—from sushi to tiraditos. Boardwalk Bar & Grill brings seafood towers, truffle fries, and whole branzino to Indialantic Beach. Local restaurant empire Kyle G’s chose Port St. Lucie for its latest concept, Amore Italian Chophouse.
coventrycafestuart.com | pez-vela.com | boardwalkbarandgrill.com | amorechophouse.com
Part of the Treasure Coast that encompasses Indian River, Martin, and St. Lucie counties, Stuart is known for top-notch fishing. Pastel-painted historic buildings and breathtaking waterways make it a favorite destination, too. Fancy living here? Discover more local details and property listings with the following link.
Stuart
Art Exhibits
Visit Vero Beach Museum of Art’s exhibitions before they close. “Timeless: Robert Farber’s Fashion Photography” features his Vintage Fashion and Deterioration series through August 31, while “Well-Dressed: Artworks from the Permanent Collection” explores modes from gowns to uniforms through September 14. Ten emerging and mid-career artists were selected to exhibit in the “2025 Florida Prize in Contemporary Art” at the Orlando Museum of Art through August 24.
vbmuseum.org | omart.org
Vero Beach has blossomed beyond the beach and golf course. Its vibrant lifestyle beckons with wellness, family-friendly events, chic wine bars, and other perks that create a true sense of place. Fancy living here? Discover more local details and property listings with the following link.
Vero Beach
Special Events
Support the Humane Society of the Treasure Coast’s Stuart Pup Crawl on August 2. Passport to France: the Flavor Experience calls for Riviera chic attire to enjoy an evening of curated fare, entertainment, and auction items at The Landing Rooftop at Hotel Melby on August 15. The Historic Cocoa Village Playhouse’s Blast Off to the Future 100th anniversary fundraiser promises a galactically good time on August 16.
hstc1.org | downtownmelbourne.com | cocoavillageplayhouse.com
Melbourne balances the historic charm of a small beach town with the urban excitement of nearby Orlando. With its prime oceanside location along the Space Coast, as well as access to waterways like the Indian River Lagoon, it’s a fishing, boating, and water sports paradise. Fancy living here? Discover more local details and property listings with the following link.
Melbourne Beach
Family Fun
RSVP for complimentary tours of the 1868 Cape Canaveral Lighthouse and other historic sites on August 7 and August 16. Learn about big cats at Brevard Zoo’s “Roaring Back to School” event on August 10. Step into a time portal to Y2K at Kennedy Under the Stars—a glow-in-the-dark, retro party with astronauts, mini golf, dancing, and themed food and drinks—at Kennedy Space Center on August 30.
canaverallight.org | brevardzoo.org | kennedyspacecenter.com
Named for the Kennedy Space Center, site of NASA’s SpaceX rocket launches, the Space Coast occupies much of Brevard County. It attracts surfers, cruise passengers via Port Canaveral, and nature lovers looking for pristine white beaches where sea turtles nest. Fancy living here? Discover more local details and property listings with the following links.
Melbourne Beach | Merritt Island
Music & Dance
Broadway fans can catch “Clue: The Musical” at Titusville Playhouse (August 1–24) and “Hairspray” at Henegar Center (August 15–September 7). The L.A. Contemporary Dance Company performs during the Riverside Dance Festival at Riverside Theatre (August 1–2). Brian Kelley and guests perform at the King Center (August 2), and Solid Brass brings “A Tribute to the Great Horn Bands” to the Lyric Theatre (August 28).
titusvilleplayhouse.com | henegarcenter.com | riversidetheatre.com | kingcenter.com | lyrictheatre.com
Melbourne balances the historic charm of a small beach town with the urban excitement of nearby Orlando. With its prime oceanside location along the Space Coast, as well as other bodies of water like the Indian River Lagoon, it’s a fishing, boating, and water sports paradise. Fancy living here? Discover more local details and property listings with the following link.
Melbourne Beach
Part of the Treasure Coast that encompasses Indian River, Martin, and St. Lucie counties, Stuart is known for top-notch fishing. Pastel-painted historic buildings and breathtaking waterways make it a favorite destination, too. Fancy living here? Discover more local details and property listings with the following link.
Stuart
Labor Day Weekend
Take advantage of summertime specials at local resorts over the holiday weekend. In Vero Beach, Costa d’Este’s “We’re Cooler Than Miami” package includes room and spa discounts plus perks like Champagne and dessert. Enjoy holiday and Florida resident rates at the top-ranked Hutchinson Shores Resort & Spa. Or relax with a morning stroll through the natural beauty of McKee Botanical Garden.
costadeste.com | opalcollection.com | mckeegarden.org
Vero Beach has blossomed beyond the beach and golf course. Its vibrant lifestyle beckons with wellness, family-friendly events, chic wine bars, and more perks for a true sense of place. Fancy living here? Discover more local details and property listings with the following link.
Vero Beach
Part of the Treasure Coast that encompasses Indian River, Martin, and St. Lucie counties, Jensen Beach is named for its pineapple-growing pioneer. The unincorporated community’s famous fruit crop still inspires its laid-back charm. Golfers enjoy its Tom Fazio-designed Jensen Beach Golf Club. Fancy living here? Discover more local details and property listings with the following link.
Jensen Beach
