Though it's always about the beach along Central Florida's East Coast, spring holidays are when the beach season truly begins. Celebrating our mothers for all their hard work on their memorable holiday, eating seafood while watching the sunset, and Memorial Day barbecues and road trips make May special. Honoring mothers and U.S. military heroes, ONE Sotheby's International Realty wishes you a Happy Mother's Day and a Happy Memorial Day.
Mother's Day
On Mother's Day, May 11, treat her to brunch and a spa treatment (Aloe Wrap, Himalayan Stone Massage) at Hutchinson Shores Resort & Spa or Brevard Zoo's feast featuring animal encounters. Rockledge Gardens also hosts a special holiday market with live music, mimosas, and plant-based cuisine; moms receive a growing gift. The Pritchard House Museum's Mother's Day Tea & Tour falls on Saturday, May 10.
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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 is still woven into its laid-back look. Golfers appreciate its Tom Fazio-designed Jensen Beach Golf Club. Fancy living here? Discover more local details and property listings with the following link.
Jensen Beach
Dining Around
Visit Stuart for a couple of local and low-key dining destinations. The Pearl serves small plates like tuna tacos, pork bao buns, and pesto flatbread, with views of Manatee Pocket. Though located in a private marina, nearby public docks welcome boaters. Regional hospitality empire Kyle G's grows with Stuart Fish Grill to savor seafood through oysters, Caribbean lobster tail, and crab and shrimp cakes.
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Part of the Treasure Coast that encompasses Indian River, Martin, and St. Lucie counties, Stuart is associated with top-notch fishing. Pastel-painted historic buildings and breathtaking waterways make it a favorite destination, too. Fancy living here? The following link will provide more local details and property listings.
Stuart
Orlando Magic
Universal Orlando Resort's $7-billion theme park Epic Universe opens May 22. Centered around Celestial Park with fountains to fireworks, guests can explore themed worlds from Super Nintendo to the Ministry of Magic with Harry Potter and more. While in town, dine at Michelin-starred restaurants like Sorekara and Ômo by Jônt (see Florida's complete 2025 list below), and attend the Orlando International Fringe Theatre Festival (May 13-25).
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Due west of Cocoa, Universal Orlando Resort is accessible to Space Coast residents in less than an hour's drive. Many visitors also take advantage of the proximity to enjoy theme parks, beaches, and the Kennedy Space Center. Brightline's new station in Orlando is another boon for central Floridians. Fancy living here? Discover more local details and property listings with the following links.
Melbourne Beach | Merritt Island
Memorial Day
Hit the road for Memorial Day weekend and stay at new resorts around the Sunshine State. Amrit Ocean Resort boasts a 103,000-square-foot spa and wellness center in the Palm Beach area, while Palm House made Travel + Leisure's 100 Best New Hotels of 2025. Take a spin on Pier Top, the newly restored, rotating restaurant lounge at Fort Lauderdale's $1-billion resort and residences Pier Sixty-Six.
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Situated on the mainland directly across from the island of Palm Beach, West Palm Beach has become a destination in its own right. As the exclusive sales representative for the new Alba Palm Beach, ONE Sotheby's International Realty invites you to discover this exciting addition alongside the Intracoastal Waterway. Fancy living here? Discover more local details and property listings with the following links.
West Palm Beach | Alba Palm Beach
Fort Lauderdale, the Venice of America, is a boater's and beachgoer's paradise. But it's also home to a thriving art scene and numerous annual events. As the exclusive sales representative for Natiivo Fort Lauderdale, Pier Sixty-Six Residences, and Sereno Fort Lauderdale, ONE Sotheby's International Realty invites you to discover a new era in luxury. Fancy living here? Discover more local details and property listings with the following links.
Natiivo Fort Lauderdale | Pier Sixty-Six Residences | Sereno Fort Lauderdale
Community Events
Wear a contest-worthy hat to Kentucky Derby parties at Melbourne spots like Urban Prime and FM Pizza Oven, and support Equine Rescue & Adoption Foundation's Open House fundraiser (May 3). Hear the roar of power watercraft during the Thunder on Cocoa Beach (May 15-18). Stroll Cocoa Village's Summer Art & Craft Fair (May 10-11), and sample around the 321 Tacos & Treats Throwdown (Wickham Park, May 17-18).
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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 and 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
Premier Performances
Brevard Symphony Orchestra closes its season with "The Best of Broadway 5,6,7,8!" Broadway names from shows including "Wicked," "Les Misérables," and "Hairspray" perform musical numbers written by Andrew Lloyd Webber to Rodgers and Hammerstein (King Center, May 3). Take a trip down memory lane with some of the biggest Top 40 hits in "Beautiful: The Carole King Musical" (Riverside Theatre through May 11).
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Vero Beach has blossomed beyond the beach and golf course. Its vibrant lifestyle beckons with fitness, family-friendly events, hip breweries, and more. As the exclusive sales representative for Indigo Vero Beach, ONE Sotheby's International Realty invites you to discover this exciting luxury enclave along 525 feet of oceanfront land. Fancy living here? Discover more local details and property listings with the following links.
Vero Beach
