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The Fairgrounds Festival of Lights is a new seasonal actiity at the St. Lucie County Fairgrounds on West Midway Road from Thursday, Nov. 28. to Sunday, Nov. 29. Enjoy a mile-long drive-through light display ending at Santa’s Village where people can get out and visit the shop. Santa is there on weekends. See real reindeer, ride on a real camel, enjoy the petting zoo and a live animal nativity. There will be sweets, treats, food and many different activities. See a forest of 50-60 decorated trees from non-profit organizations and find out what the organizations do. Visit stluciecountyfair.org for more information. THE FESTIVAL OF LIGHTS

NOTE: Performances and events may be abruptly canceled, contact the event host or visit its website to be sure the event is still on and times have not changed.

Please call or visit the websites of the below venues for any updates in time, place or other details. Although we can’t promise to have every event in here, we have many of them. Not responsible for errors or omissions.

ONGOING

• Art Exhibit at MidFlorida Event Center – Port St. Lucie. Year round. 807.4488

• Tessellations – Local artist Tom Pretonic offers an immersive art experience where bold colors and large canvases draw people in to interact and interpret. Through Dec. 27. 229.1961

• Anything Goes – An array of expression where all mediums collide at the Emerson Center, Vero Beach. Reception, Dec. 18, 5:30 p.m. Through Dec. 30. 778.5249

• Derek Jeter’s Journey from Kalamazoo to the Elliott – Elliott Museum, Stuart. A personal look at the life and amazing career of modern-day baseball legend Derek Jeter. Through Dec. 31. 225.1961

• A Sculptor’s Journey: Eduardo Gomez Rojas – Elliott Museum, Stuart. Creator of realistic people doing what people normally do. You may recognize his work, for example two men sitting on a bench talking. He’s known for his ability to capture the human spirit through his work. Through Jan. 3. 229.1961

• Stickpin – A.E. Backus Museum & Gallery – A 3-D exhibition of creative and colorful fabric art featuring Steampunk, Biopunk, Atompunk and more. Nov. 22-Jan. 5. 465.0630

• Roadside Reverie: Glass Works by John Miller – Vero Beach Museum of Art, Vero Beach. John Miller imbues his contemporary pieces with both reverence and humor. This solo exhibition showcases numerous large-scale works ranging from hamburgers to automobile hood ornaments. Through Jan. 5. 231.0707

• Savanna Club Fine Arts League – Explore a captivating display of artwork from talented local League artists. The exhibition features a variety of artistic styles and mediums. Emerson Center, Vero Beach. Through Jan. 20. 778.5249

• Celebrating Special Needs Village Artists – An Emerson Center collaboration with Village Arts Vero Beach. Reception Jan. 8 at 5:30 p.m. From Dec. 31 through Jan. 29. 778.5249

• French Moderns: Monet to Matisse, 1850-1950. Vero Beach Museum of Art, Vero Beach. The exhibition highlights the avant-garde movements that shaped modern art in the 19th and 20th centuries, featuring works by renowned artists native to France, as well as those who studied and exhibited there. Feb. 1-June 22, 2025. 231.0707

• UFOs: Denial, Disclosure, Discernment – Elliott Museum, Stuart. Prepare to be captivated by an exhibit that dives deep into the UFOs phenomenon. Dec. 6-Aug. 31, 2025. 225.1961

RECURRING

Saturday

• Farmers Market, green market and Jazz Market Arts and Crafts – Melody Lane, downtown Fort Pierce. Farmers Market, 8 a.m.-noon; Jazz Market, 8 a.m.-1 p.m. Live jazz at the gazebo, November through April. 940.1145

• Farmers Market Oceanside – Ocean Drive at Humiston Park, Vero Beach. Year round. 8 a.m. to noon. 410.8376

• Farmers Market Hobe Sound – Saturday and Sunday, 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. 341.2421

• Behind the Scenes Tours – St. Lucie County Aquarium, Seaway Drive, Fort Pierce, 2 p.m. Call first. 462.3474

• Indian River Lagoon Research Boat Tours – A fun and educational experience. Harbor Branch north of Fort Pierce. 10:30 a.m. and 1 p.m. Call 242.2293 for information.

• Pontoon Boat Trips – Environmental Learning Center, Wabasso, various times. Go to discoverelc.com and click pontoon boat rides. Reserve by calling 589.5050

• Treasure Coast Model Railroad Club – Clubhouse at 273 Becker Road. Ever-changing layout with trains in action, open for public viewing, free, 10 a.m. to noon. Best to call first. 621.9636

• Fin-Tactic Feeding – Fish feeding at Manatee Observation Center, Fort Pierce at 2 p.m. 429.6266

• Yoga – On the event lawn next to Pioneer Park by the Port St. Lucie Botanical Gardens on Westmoreland in Port St. Lucie, 8-9 a.m., Saturdays through Dec. 28. No registration needed. For special accommodations, call 204.7101.

Second Saturday

• Vintage Market and Green Market – 14th Avenue and 20th Street, Vero Beach, 9 a.m.-4 p.m. 643.6782

• Cars and Coffee – Elliott Museum parking lot, Stuart, 8 to 10 a.m. Call first. Visit hsmc-fl.com for information. 225.1961

• Saturday Night Concerts – In front of Humiston Park, Vero Beach, 5-8 p.m. presented by the Vero Beach Chamber of Commerce November through April. Concert plus food and drink vendors. Bring a chair. 226.5459

Third Saturday

• Community Garage Sale – Minsky Gym, Darwin Boulevard, Port St. Lucie, 8 a.m. to noon. Call first. 344.4142

• New Tradition Market – The Landing, Tradition. 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. No phone number given.

Every Sunday

• Rockin’ Riverwalk – Live music on the stage at the Riverwalk, Flagler Park, Stuart. 1-4 p.m. rocknriverwalk.com/event-calendar

• Market on Main – [Formerly Stuart Green Market] featuring produce, crafts and more. Flagler Park at 221 SW Flagler Ave. 9 a.m.-2 p.m. Kids’ Market first and third Sundays. Stuartmainstreet.org 285.0502

• Tradition Neighborhood Market – Farmers Market and Arts and Crafts, 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. in the winter and 1 p.m., summer. S.W. Village Parkway at The Landing across from Michaels and Target. Traditionneighborhoodmarket.com 828.0188

Second Sunday

• Jensen Beach Art League Show – at the Elliott Museum, November-April, 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Call first. 486.5240

• Folk Jam – Savannas Preserve State Park, 3-4:30 p.m. Bring an instrument or just come and listen. Held on the porch at the education center. Walton Road. Call first. 398.2779

Fourth Sunday

• One-Stop Garage Sale – MidFlorida Event Center garage, 9:30-1:30 p.m. 344.4142

Last Sunday

• Sunday Sunset Concert – Live music and sundaes at Tradition Gazebo, 5-7 p.m. October through May. See Tradition events calendar.

Various Sundays

• Art in the Park – Vero Beach Art Club at Humiston Park. Stroll and enjoy the fine arts and crafts of club members, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. This is held on various Sundays, October to April. See the schedule at verobeachartclub.org/art-in-the-park

Every Monday

• St. Lucie Aquarium Feeding Frenzy Tours – at the aquarium in Fort Pierce, January, February and March only, 10:30 a.m. 462.3474

First Tuesday

• St. Lucie County Aquarium’s Smithsonian Exhibit of saltwater marine life in living native habitat – This is the once-a-month free admission day. This is also beach cleanup days for volunteers who want to participate from 8 to 10 a.m. 462.3474

Second Tuesday

• Sunset Concerts at the Gallery – Martin Courthouse Cultural Center. See MartinArts.org for updates. September through May, 5:30 p.m. Call for dates: 287.6676.

Third Tuesday

• Bonsai Collection Tour – Tour the extensive James Smith Bonsai collection at Heathcote Botanical Gardens, Fort Pierce, and learn the history and enjoy the amazing shapes. 2-4 p.m., November-May. 464.4672

Tuesdays through Saturdays

• Harbor Branch Tour – A 1.5-hour tram tour of the 144-acre campus for adults and children 10 and older. Learn the history of the oceanographic institute, learn about its research, and impact on human lives. 10:30 a.m. to noon. $25 per person. Must reserve the day before by calling 242.2293 before 4 p.m.

• St. Lucie Aquarium – Feeding Frenzy Tours, April-December at 10:30 a.m. 462.3474

• Fin-Tactic Fish Feeding – Manatee Observation and Education Center, Fort Pierce, 2 p.m. 429.6266, option 3.

Every Wednesday

• Car Show at the Beach – Elliott Museum, Stuart. Oct. 4 through May 29, 4-7 pm. 225.1961

• Ocean Science Lecture Series – January through March. Learn from Harbor Branch Oceanographic Institute scientists and hear about their latest discoveries. 4 p.m. Call for lecture details. 242.2293

• Green Market and Food Co-op – Marina Square, Fort Pierce, 12-6 p.m. Call for update. 971.8480

• Guided Tour of History Exhibits – Elliott Museum, Stuart, 11 a.m., meet at front desk. hsmc-fl.com. Call first. 225.1961

• Volunteer Gardening Day – Heathcote Botanical Gardens, Fort Pierce, 9 a.m.-noon. Volunteer orientation is the third Wednesday of every month. Check heathcotebotanicalgardens.org or call 464.4672.

• Fin-Tactic Feeding – Fish feeding at Manatee Observation Center, Fort Pierce at noon. 429.6266

First and Third Wednesday

• Tour of Historic Mansion of Tuckahoe – North end of Indian RiverSide Park in Jensen Beach. October through May, 10 and 11 a.m. Call to see if this is on before going. 463.3201

Every Third Wednesday

Every Thursday

• Jammin’ Jensen – Downtown Jensen Beach, 6-9:30 p.m. 334.3444

• Vintage Auto Tour at Elliott Museum – Stuart, 11-11:45 a.m. 225.1961

• Music in the Gardens – at Heathcote Botanical Gardens, Fort Pierce. This is almost every Thursday. One hour of soothing music by Bob Lusk, Noon to 1 p.m. 464.4672

Second Thursday

• River Nights – Veterans Park at Event Lawn next to Pioneer Park on Westmoreland, Port St. Lucie. 5:30-8:30 p.m. Tranquil evening near the St. Lucie River. Enjoy the fire, live musical entertainment, cash bar, food available for purchase. Free, all ages welcome. Bring a chair. October through April. 878.2277

Third Thursday

• A Walk in the Garden – Heathcote Botanical Gardens, Fort Pierce at 11 a.m., November through May. Take a walk through the gardens with the horticulturist or a docent. 464.4672

• ManaTales – Manatee Education and Observation Center. Sharing stories from nature-themed children’s books. 10:30 a.m. 429.6266, option 3

Thursday, Friday, Saturday

• Live in the Loop – Concerts, grill and bar at Riverside Theatre, Vero Beach. 5-8:30 p.m. 231.6990

Every Friday

• Rock’n Riverwalk – downtown Stuart on the river, 1-4 p.m. Check before going at facebook.com/stuartmainstreet/ 286.2848

• Indian River Lagoon Research Boat Tours – Harbor Branch north of Fort Pierce. 10:30 a.m. Call 242.2293 to reserve a seat.

• Guided Nature Walks – Jonathan Dickinson State Park, 2 p.m., half-mile walks along the River Trail. Learn about the unique plants and animals. Well-behaved, leashed dogs welcome. Meet at Kimball Center. 561.745.5551

First Friday

• FridayFest – Downtown Fort Pierce, 5:30-9 p.m. Call for rain date or to see if canceled. 466.3880

• First Friday Gallery Strolls – Old downtown Vero Beach, 6-8 p.m. Call first. 643.6782

• The Creek District First Friday Art and Entertainment ArtWalk – Downtown Stuart just south of Confusion Corner. Stroll and visit local businesses who are hosting artists, artisans, and performers and holding open houses. Refreshments, free samples, demos. 5-9 p.m. No phone listed.

• Tradition Food Trucks & Vendors and tribute concerts to enjoy – Tradition Square, 5-9 p.m. Bring a chair. 878.0188

Second Friday

• Coffee with the Mayor – Vero Beach. Heritage Center, 8-9 a.m. 643-6782

• Coffee with Port St. Lucie City Council – Port St. Lucie Community Center, 8:30 a.m. Call first. 871.5219

• Lunch and Learn – Manatee Center, Fort Pierce. Bring lunch. Call for topic. Noon. September-April. 429.6266, option 3

Third Friday

• Coffee with the Mayor of Fort Pierce – Fort Pierce Yacht Club, Veterans Memorial Park, 8 a.m. September-May. 466.3880

• Art Walk – Visit the downtown Fort Pierce galleries on Second Street and the Peacock Arts District from 5-8 p.m. St. Lucie Cultural Alliance. 462.2783

• Tradition Food Trucks & Vendors – Tradition Square, 5-9 p.m. Bring a chair. 878.0188

• Creekside Chat – Volunteers chat with students in the outdoor classroom of the Manatee Observation Center, 2 p.m. Call first. 429.6266, option 3

• Art Walk – Vero Beach. 7 p.m. 538.1454

Fourth Friday

• Coffee with St. Lucie County Commission Chairman – SLCTV studio, Room 101, County Administration Building, Fort Pierce, 8:30 a.m. Call to find out how to attend. 462.1400

Last Friday

• Downtown Friday – 14th Avenue between 20th and 21st streets, Vero Beach, 5:30-8:30 or 9 p.m. 643.6782

Friday and Saturday

• Comedy Zone and Live in the Loop: Comedy Zone shows at 6 and 8 p.m. on Friday and Saturday. Tickets for Comedy Zone: Call 231.6990 or visit riversidetheatre.com for more details.

Various Days

• Fort Pierce Jazz and Blues Society – Various days, times, locations. See the calendar at jazzsociety.org or call 460.5299.

Friday, Nov. 15

• Mannheim Steamroller: A Spectacular Christmas – 15 musicians playing more than 20 instruments against a backdrop of dazzling multimedia effects – capturing the spirit of the season. Sunrise Theatre, Fort Pierce. 8 p.m. 461.4775

• Doubt: A Parable – Pineapple Playhouse, south Fort Pierce. Pulitzer Prize and Tony Award winner. A young priest’s conduct is questioned by the principal of a Catholic school. 7 p.m. 465.0366

• The Addams Family – A comical feast that embraces the wackiness of every family. The Barn Theatre, Stuart, 8 p.m. 287.4884

• Li’l Ed & The Blues Imperials – Chicago blues. The Lyric Theatre, Stuart. 7 p.m. 286.7827

• Aire: Antigravity – An aerial extravaganza. Maltz Jupiter Theatre, 7:30 p.m. 561.575.2223

Saturday, Nov. 16

• Doubt: A Parable – Pineapple Playhouse, south Fort Pierce. Pulitzer Prize and Tony Award winner. A young priest’s conduct is questioned by the principal of a Catholic school. 2 p.m. 465.0366

• Handel’s Messiah – Trinity United Methodist, Jensen Beach, 3 p.m. check time when buying tickets. 224.8807

• Ballet Vero Beach at Vero Beach Museum of Art – Ballet Vero Beach ignites the museum’s stage with a collection of works exploring the spirit of the 1960’s. Classic Heat reflects the museum’s exhibition, Roadside Reverie: Glass Works by John Miller, by taking inspiration from the colors, charisma, and culture of the 60’s. See two new works and a reworked version of Artistic Director Adam Schnell’s Crimson & Clover. Tickets to the event include entrance to the exhibition, so people can arrive early to see the art that inspired Classic Heat. Leonhardt Auditorium, 3 p.m. 231.0707

• The Addams Family – A comical feast that embraces the wackiness of every family. The Barn Theatre, Stuart, 2 and 8 p.m. 287.4884

• The Spinners – Rock & Roll Hall of fame group with a huge legacy at Sunrise Theatre, Fort Pierce. 8 p.m. 461.4775

• Aire: Antigravity – An aerial extravaganza. Maltz Jupiter Theatre, 5 p.m. 561.575.2223

• 4-H Farm Festival – Family-friendly fall and Halloween activities with booths hosted by students from local St. Lucie County 4-H clubs with games, photo opportunities, candy, food trucks and more. Costumes encouraged. (Cash-only event) The farm is an educational place which is home to goats, sheep, pigs, cows, horses and a variety of bird species. $5 per child, adults free. 1901 S. FFA Road. 462.1285

• Holiday Arts, Crafts and Plant Festival – Port St. Lucie Botanical Gardens. 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. 337.1959

• Albert Cummings – Explosive blues guitar. The Lyric Theatre, Stuart, 7 p.m. 286.7827

• PalmCon – A celebration of comics, art and pop culture. MidFlorida Event Center, Port St. Lucie. 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. 807.4488

Sunday, Nov. 17

• Doubt: A Parable – Pineapple Playhouse, south Fort Pierce. Pulitzer Prize and Tony Award winner. A young priest’s conduct is questioned by the principal of a Catholic school. 2 p.m. 465.0366

• Handel’s Messiah – St. Bernadette Catholic Church, Port St. Lucie, 3 p.m., check time when buying tickets. 224.8807

• PalmCon – MidFlorida Event Center, Port St. Lucie. New to the Treasure Coast, this is a family friendly two-day celebration of comics, art, and pop culture. 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. 807.4488

• The Addams Family – A comical feast that embraces the wackiness of every family. The Barn Theatre, Stuart, 8 p.m. 287.4884

• Annual Craft Fair – Vero Beach Elks Lodge. 40 crafters with unique items for your special holiday gifts, 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. 617.930.8065

• Aire: Antigravity – An aerial extravaganza. Maltz Jupiter Theatre, 5 and 8 p.m. p.m. 561.575.2223

Monday, Nov. 18

• Magnificent Magnificats – Treasure Coast Community Singers at Trinity United

Methodist Church, Jensen Beach. 3 p.m. 224.8807

Tuesday, Nov. 19

• Magnificent Magnificats – Treasure Coast Community Singers at St. Bernadette Catholic Church, Port St. Lucie. 3 p.m. 224.8807

Wednesday, Nov. 20

• Black Tie Optional – A tribute to Michael Bublé & Beyond. The Lyric Theatre, Stuart, 7 p.m. 286.7827

Thursday, Nov. 21

• The Addams Family – A comical feast that embraces the wackiness of every family. The Barn Theatre, Stuart, 8 p.m. 287.4884

Friday, Nov. 22 – Jan. 5

• Stitchpunk – A.E. Backus Museum and Gallery – Imagine an existence where you pull one string and reality unravels. Twenty-seven artists from the U.S. [including three from Florida], United Kingdom, France, and Canada have interpreted the riotous creativity and far-out fusions of punk [Steampunk, Biopunk, Atompunk and more] to tell their own distinctive stories using fabric as their medium. In their hands, texture, stitching, stuffing, and more add a depth that can’t be conveyed in two dimensions. Stitchpunk stands as a testament to the enduring legacy of sewing and its boundless possibilities. Reception is Dec. 6 from 6-8 p.m. Remarks at 6:30 p.m. 465.0630

Friday, Nov. 22

• Doubt: A Parable – Pineapple Playhouse, south Fort Pierce. Pulitzer Prize and Tony Award winner. A young priest’s conduct is questioned by the principal of a Catholic school. 7 p.m. 465.0366

• The Addams Family – A comical feast that embraces the wackiness of every family. The Barn Theatre, Stuart, 8 p.m. 287.4884

• Gary Hoey Ho Ho Rockin’ Holiday Tour - The Lyric Theatre, Stuart, 7 p.m. 286.7827

Saturday, Nov. 23

• Port St. Lucie International Fest – Experience the sights, sounds and cuisine of the world, right in our own backyard with the annual Port St. Lucie International Fest, culture and cuisine, featuring entertainment, exhibits, vendors, giveaways and food trucks serving food from around the world. Free for all ages. 2-9 p.m. 878.2277

• Doubt: A Parable – Pineapple Playhouse, south Fort Pierce. Pulitzer Prize and Tony Award winner. A young priest’s conduct is questioned by the principal of a Catholic school. 2 p.m. 465.0366

• Port St. Lucie International Fest, Culture and Cuisine – MidFlorida Event Center. It’s a global experience with a diverse range of entertainment, exhibits, vendors, giveaways and food representing countries from around the world. Inside the event center enjoy the Arts & Ideas Experience from 2-7 p.m. to see international fashion and an impressive art exhibition. The festival hours are 2-9 p.m. 807.4488

• The Addams Family – A comical feast that embraces the wackiness of every family. The Barn Theatre, Stuart, 2 and 8 p.m. 287.4884

• Tosca – Opera – Met Live in HD with Majestic II Theater and Vero Beach Opera at 1 p.m. 770.0774

• Never Stop Believin’ Tribute to Journey – The Lyric Theatre, Stuart, 7:30 p.m. 286.7827

• Tree Lighting Festival – Pocahontas Park, Vero Beach. Bubble snow, photos with Santa, performances, activities for kids, food trucks. It’s an exciting way to get the season off to a good start. 3-8 p.m. 567-3491, ext.127

• Vero Beach Boat Show – Riverside Park, cancelled due to cleanup after Hurricane Milton. Visit the show on April 12 and 13 instead.

Sunday, Nov. 24

• Doubt: A Parable – Pineapple Playhouse, south Fort Pierce. Pulitzer Prize and Tony Award winner. A young priest’s conduct is questioned by the principal of a Catholic school. 2 p.m. 465.0366

• The Addams Family – A comical feast that embraces the wackiness of every family. The Barn Theatre, Stuart, 2 p.m. 287.4884

• Vero Beach Holiday Art and Craft Expo – 250 booths, live music, food, adult beverages and kid zone. Indian River County Fairgrounds, 79554 58th Ave. 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. 492.6105

Thursday, Nov. 28 – Sunday, Nov. 29

• Fairgrounds Festival of Lights – A first for St. Lucie County and the Treasure Coast at the St. Lucie County Fairgrounds on West Midway Road, west of the turnpike. Mile-long drive-through light display ending at Santa’s Village where people can get out and visit the shop. Santa is there on weekends. See real reindeer, ride on a real camel, enjoy the petting zoo and a live animal nativity. Sweets and treats and food, many different activities. See a forest of 50 or 60 decorated trees from non-profit organizations and find out what they do. Advance tickets available. See stluciecountyfair.org for tickets, times and details.

Thursday, Nov. 28

Thanksgiving

Friday. Nov. 29 – Monday, Dec. 30

• Friends Holiday Lights Experience – Port St. Lucie Botanical Gardens. Variety of activities all month. Santa [on specific nights], holiday craft vendors, caroling, live music, photo ops, gift shop, and thousands of sparkling holiday lights. See their calendar for the details at pslbg.org. 337.1959

Friday, Nov. 29 – Saturday. Jan. 4 [Fridays and Saturdays only]

• Garden of Lights – Heathcote Botanical Gardens annual show. See the enchanted gardens that feature favorite light displays from last year, plus new ones for this year. Enjoy the new light waterfall on the main lawn and additions to the rainforest display along with new features in the under-the-sea-light vignette. The secret garden where you can grab a photo will be open. Visit the Garden of Lights Fridays and Saturdays, 5-9 p.m. through Jan. 4. 464.4672

Friday, Nov. 29

• Tradition’s Festive Friday Market – Tradition Square, western Port St. Lucie. An evening of holiday cheer and delightful gift shopping. Savor delicious bites and enjoy the festive atmosphere. 5-9 p.m.

No phone number given.

• Friends and Holiday Lights Celebration begins – Port St. Lucie Botanical Gardens, 5-9 p.m. 337.1959

• The Nutcracker – Danced by the Stuart Dance Academy, The Lyric Theatre, Stuart, 6:30 p.m. 286.7827

Saturday, Nov. 30

• The Nutcracker – Danced by the Stuart Dance Academy, The Lyric Theatre, Stuart, 6:30 p.m. 286.7827

DECEMBER

Sunday, Dec. 1

• Christmas at the Movies – A concert for the whole family that will make your holidays truly special. Space Coast Symphony Orchestra at The Emerson Center, Vero Beach, 3 p.m. 855.252.7276

• The Nutcracker – Danced by the Stuart Dance Academy, The Lyric Theatre, Stuart, 6:30 p.m. 286.7827

Tuesday, Dec. 3

• Memory Screening, Free – Port St. Lucie Community Center, Airoso Boulevard. Ages 50 and older. Schedule an appointment [required] with Tequesta Alston by emailing talston@ergclinical.com or calling 561.374.8461 [ext. 1181]. 9 a.m. to 4p.m. 878.2277

• Once – A Musical. Maltz Jupiter Theatre. In one week, an unexpected friendship evolves into a love story centered around the couple’s passion for music. 7:30 p.m. 575.2223

• Pat DiCesare and the Ambassadors of Swing – MidFlorida Event Center, Port St. Lucie, 5:30-8.p.m. 807.4488

• Taste of Jensen – Visit the taste stations from 5:30-8:30 p.m. for bite size portions from the area’s top restaurants. Enjoy the lighting of the Christmas tree along with live music from the Jensen Beach High School chorus and a decorated golf cart parade.

Wednesday, Dec. 4

• Ornament Decorating – Gazebo in Tradition, Port St. Lucie. 11 a.m. to noon. 207-0057

• My Mother’s Italian, My Father’s Jewish and I’m Home for the Holidays - The Lyric Theatre, Stuart, 7 p.m. 286.7827

• Once – A Musical. Maltz Jupiter Theatre. In one week, an unexpected friendship evolves into a love story centered around the couple’s passion for music. 2 and 7:30 p.m. 575.2223

Thursday, Dec. 5

• David Nail, A Campfire Christmas Tour – The Lyric Theatre, Stuart, Meet and greet at 5:30 p.m. and show at 7 p.m. 286.7827

• Once – A Musical. Maltz Jupiter Theatre. In one week, an unexpected friendship evolves into a love story centered around the couple’s passion for music. 7:30 p.m. 575.2223

Friday, Dec. 6

• Stuart Holiday Parade – Theme: Christmas Movies. Beautiful floats, creative scenes, holiday band music. 7 p.m., East Ocean Boulevard. Stuartchristmasparade.com

• Hobe Sound Christmas Parade – Marchers, bands, decorated floats and Santa! 1-3 p.m. 546.4724

• Tree Lighting – Tradition Square, Port St. Lucie. Featuring Santa himself turning on the lights and nostalgic holiday music. 5-9 p.m. No phone number given.

• ‘Twas the Night Before Christmas – When Santa's “Naughty and Nice” list goes missing, a few dancing mice, a little girl and a wacky elf need to save the day before Santa boards his sleigh. Pineapple Playhouse, south Fort Pierce, 7 p.m. 465.0366

• The Nutcracker – Presented by St. Lucie Ballet. Join Clara on her adventures at the Battle with the Rat King, Land of Snow, Land of Sweets and a visit with the Sugar Plum Fairy. The Sunrise Theatre, Fort Pierce. 7 p.m. 461.4775

• Holiday Once – A Musical. Maltz Jupiter Theatre. In one week, an unexpected friendship evolves into a love story centered around the couple’s passion for music. 7:30 p.m. 575.2223

• Weekends – Riverside Theatre, Vero Beach. The holiday celebration is back in a pared down version with trees, wreaths, Santa’s village in the lobby this year but no vendors, and performances by Riverside Theatre for Kids doing Emmet Otter’s JugBand Christmas. Tickets: See riversidetheatre.com under Events. Live in the Loop activities as well – see the theater’s website for details. 231.5860

• Bobby Collins, Live at the Black Box – Comedy Corner at Sunrise Theatre, Fort Pierce, 8 p.m. 461.4775

• Once – A Musical. Maltz Jupiter Theatre. In one week, an unexpected friendship evolves into a love story centered around the couple’s passion for music. 7:30 p.m. 575.2223

Saturday, Dec. 7

Pearl Harbor Day

• Vero Beach Holiday Parade – Ocean Drive, 6 p.m., spectacular lighted floats, narrators. See last year's parade on their website at verobeachchristmasparade.org

• Port St. Lucie Parade – at the MidFlorida Event Center during the Festival of Lights. See Santa, fun floats, marching bands. Tree lighting afterward, followed by fireworks. 6 p.m.

• Hobe Sound Christmas Parade – Bridge Road. Marching bands, clubs and civic groups, Santa, of course, and fun for all. 1-3 p.m.

• Sebastian Christmas Parade – South on Main Street to Riverview Park at 6:30 p.m. with great floats, marchers, civic organizations, bands, and Santa. The parade will take Santa to his house in Riverview Park where the children can share their wishes with him. The lighting of the city Christmas tree follows the parade.

• Festival of Lights – MidFlorida Event Center, Port St. Lucie. – a holiday celebration at MidFlorida Event Center. An awesome annual event with the Parade of Lights and the lighting of the tree. Celebrate with your friends and neighbors and get a great start to the holidays. Live music and dance performances, fun photo opportunities, fireworks, a carnival, food trucks, and shopping at vendor booths. Starts at 2 p.m., and ends at 10 p.m. Parade at 6 p.m. Bruno Mars tribute band, 7-10 p.m. Learn more about what this year’s event offers at midfloridaeventcenter.com/Calendar-month or call 807.4488 or 878.2277.

• Holiday Weekends – Riverside Theatre, Vero Beach. The holiday celebration is back in a pared down version with trees, wreaths, Santa’s village in the lobby this year but no vendors, and performances by Riverside Theatre for Kids doing Emmet Otter’s JugBand Christmas. Tickets: See riversidetheatre.com under Events. Live in the Loop activities as well – see the theater’s website for details. 231.5860

• Seasonal Melodies from Stage and Screen – Treasure Coast Singers at Stuart Congregational Church in Stuart, 3 p.m. Check the time when buying tickets. 224.8807

• A Christmas Carol – danced by the South Florida Dance Company at The Lyric Theatre, Stuart, 2 and 7 p.m. 286.7827

• Brian Regan – Comedian, at the Sunrise Theatre, Fort Pierce. 8 p.m. 461.4775

• Christmas Workshop – Garden Club of Indian River County, Vero Beach. 9 a.m. to noon. 563.3422

• Once – A Musical. Maltz Jupiter Theatre. In one week, an unexpected friendship evolves into a love story centered around the couple’s passion for music, 2 and 8 p.m. 575.2223

Sunday, Dec. 8

• Fort Pierce Christmas Parade – Sights and Sounds annual parade with floats, marchers, lots of bands and a large audience watching starts at 4 p.m. The theme this year is Color Me Christmas. Second Street to Orange Avenue to Indian River Drive to the roundabout where the lighting of the Christmas tree will take place. The many trees at Marina Square will burst into light and music at that time for the Holiday Spectacular, which continues from 6-9 daily until January. The entire event is from 1-6 p.m. See Main Street Fort Pierce Events.

• Sebastian Centennial Celebration – At Riverview Park begins with a Clydesdale horse parade featuring Teddy Roosevelt followed by the Teddy Roosevelt Show from 10:45 to 11:30 a.m. Grab the chance to get photos with the Clydesdales from 10:45 to 2 p.m. There will be live music from 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m., birthday cupcakes at noon, and then live music from 3 to 5:45 p.m. Fireworks are at 6 p.m. No phone given.

• ‘Twas the Night Before Christmas - When Santa's “Naughty and Nice” list goes missing, a few dancing mice, a little girl and a wacky elf need to save the day before Santa boards his sleigh. Pineapple Playhouse, south Fort Pierce, 2 p.m. 465-0366

• Holiday Weekends – Riverside Theatre, Vero Beach. The holiday celebration is back in a pared down version with trees, wreaths, Santa’s village in the lobby this year with no vendors, holiday drink specials and raffles, and performances by Riverside Theatre for Kids doing Emmet Otter’s JugBand Christmas. Tickets: See riversidetheatre.com under Events. Live in the Loop activities as well – see the theater’s website for details. 231.5860

• Seasonal Melodies from Stage and Screen – Treasure Coast Singers at St. Mary’s Church, Ross Hall, in Stuart, 3 p.m. Check the time when buying tickets. 224.8807

• Jungle Lights – McKee Botanical Garden, Vero Beach. The much-loved annual family celebration with more than 200,000 lights and light displays. This year see Vero’s largest animated Christmas tree and tall trees wrapped with lights for a glittering display. Nightly entertainment and enjoy hot chocolate and holiday treats too, 6-9 p.m. Visit McKeeGarden.org for schedule. 794.0601

• Once – A Musical. Maltz Jupiter Theatre. In one week, an unexpected friendship evolves into a love story centered around the couple’s passion for music. 2 p.m. 575.2223

• Santa Seeking Talent – An original holiday production with a cast of 200 students from Leisure Square’s popular Aerial Acrobatics Youth Circus and gymnastics programs. Vero Beach High School Performing Arts Center, 2 and 6 p.m. 978-4500.

• Atlantic Classical Orchestra – Timeless holiday music and classics at Tradition Town Hall, Port St. Lucie, 4-7 p.m. No phone number given.

Tuesday, Dec. 10-Sunday, Dec. 15

• Jungle Lights – McKee Botanical Garden, Vero Beach. The much-loved annual family celebration with more than 200,000 lights and light displays. This year, see Vero’s largest animated Christmas tree and tall trees wrapped with lights for a glittering display, 6-9 p.m. Nightly entertainment and enjoy hot chocolate and holiday treats too. Holiday large-scale model train show is Dec. 14 and 15. Visit McKeegarden.org for schedule. 6-9 p.m. 794.0601

Tuesday, Dec. 10

• Once – A Musical. Maltz Jupiter Theatre. In one week, an unexpected friendship evolves into a love story centered around the couple’s passion for music. 7:30 p.m. 575.2223

Wednesday, Dec. 11

• The Outlaws- Southern rock legends come to The Lyric Theatre, Stuart, 7 p.m. 286.7827

• Once – A Musical. Maltz Jupiter Theatre. In one week, an unexpected friendship evolves into a love story centered around the couple’s passion for music. 2 and 7:30 p.m. 575.2223

Thursday, Dec. 12

• River Nights – Enjoy live music under the stars at Veterans Memorial Park at Rivergate, 2200 S.E. Veterans Memorial Parkway, Port St. Lucie, 5:30-8:30 p.m. Free, but bring your chair. 878-2277

• Miracle on 34th Street – Is he the real Santa? Vero Beach Theatre Guild, 7:30 p.m. 562.8300

• Holidays at Riverside Theatre, Vero Beach. The holiday celebration is back in a pared down version with trees, wreaths, Santa’s village in the lobby this year but no vendors. Live in the Loop activities as well – see the theater’s website for details. Pictures with Santa 6-8 p.m. 231.5860

• Once – A Musical. Maltz Jupiter Theatre. In one week, an unexpected friendship evolves into a love story centered around the couple’s passion for music. 7:30 p.m. 575.2223

Friday, Dec. 13

• PSL In Lights – The spectacular annual party featuring the awesome PSL in Lights festivities at MidFlorida Event Center. Live music from Phat Cat Swinger, a visit from Santa, delicious treats from food trucks, children’s crafts and activities, and more. Also, see some of the most over-the-top residential holiday light displays in the city. Decked out with lights, this event is a great backdrop for happy holiday family photos, 5-8 p.m. 807.4488

• Pancakes With Santa – Port St. Lucie Community Center, for ages 2 and up, 9:30-11 a.m. For details and to find out if you must register, call 878.2277.

• Noche Buena – City of Port St. Lucie recreation department event. Live music, dancing and food, 7-10 p.m. For location and details, call 878.2277.

• Santa’s City Lights – Stroll through illuminated trees, visit with Santa at Memorial Park, Stuart. See the movie: "How the Grinch Stole Christmas." Free, 5:30-8:30 p.m. 228.5340

• The Nutcracker – danced by the Florida Arts and Dance Company and Alle Dance Conservatory at The Lyric Theatre, Stuart, 7 p.m. 286.7827

• Once – A Musical. Maltz Jupiter Theatre. In one week, an unexpected friendship evolves into a love story centered around the couple’s passion for music. 7:30 p.m. 575.2223

Saturday, Dec. 14

• 3 Christmas Boat Parades – New this year: all three are the same day – today for Indian River, St. Lucie and Martin counties at 6 p.m. For the routes and viewing areas see the map for each county at miatc.com.

• Holiday Bazaar – Tradition Town Square, Port St. Lucie. Shopping from local businesses and crafters, with more than 80 booths, educational resources, giveaways, swag, food, and drinks. Enjoy connecting with family, friends, and the local community. Bounce house, kids’ zone, face painting, music and food trucks. 1-7 p.m. No phone number given.

• Holidays At Vero Beach Museum of Art – The entire family is welcome. Enjoy art-making activities, music and dance performances, food trucks, art hunts, docent-led tours of the galleries, and free admission to the museum’s current exhibition, Roadside Reverie: Glass Works by John Miller. 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. 231.0707

• Miracle on 34th Street – Is he the real Santa? Vero Beach Theatre Guild, 2 and 7:30 p.m. 562.8300

• The Magic Flute – Met Live in HD at the Majestic Theater 11, with Vero Beach Opera, 1 p.m. 770.0774

• The Nutcracker – danced by the Florida Arts and Dance Company and Alle Dance Conservatory at The Lyric Theatre, Stuart, 2 and 7 p.m. 286.7827

• Once – A Musical. Maltz Jupiter Theatre. In one week, an unexpected friendship evolves into a love story centered around the couple’s passion for music, 2 and 8 p.m. 575.2223

• Art After Dark – Vero Beach Museum of Art. Free, outdoor exhibition. Experience the Treasure Coast’s pre-eminent digital art exhibition from 6-8 p.m. Bring your lawn chairs and revel in a selection of imagery by dozens of new media artists, celebrating digital art in many possibilities— motion graphics, experimental film, and animation projected onto the iconic white walls of the museum. 231.0707.

Sunday, Dec. 15

• Miracle on 34th Street – Is he the real Santa? Vero Beach Theatre Guild, 2 p.m. 562.8300

• The Nutcracker – danced by the Florida Arts and Dance Company and Alle Dance Conservatory at The Lyric Theatre, Stuart, 3 p.m. 286.7827

• Winter Wonderland – danced by True Crew Dance Co. at the Sunrise Theatre, Fort Pierce, 4 p.m. 461.4775

• Once – A Musical. Maltz Jupiter Theatre. In one week, an unexpected friendship evolves into a love story centered around the couple’s passion for music, 2 p.m. 575.2223

Monday, Dec. 16

• Blood Drive – Tradition Square, 10 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. 888.936.6283

• Holiday Arts and Crafts and Plant Sale – Port St. Lucie Botanical Gardens on Westmoreland Boulevard. 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.

Tuesday, Dec. 17-Sunday, Dec. 22

• Jungle Lights – McKee Botanical Garden, Vero Beach. The much-loved annual family celebration with more than 200,000 lights and light displays. This year, see Vero’s largest animated Christmas tree and tall trees wrapped with lights for a glittering display. Holiday large-scale model train show. 1924 Wurlitzer Band Organ, Dec. 17-20 only. Nightly entertainment and enjoy hot chocolate and holiday treats too. 6-9 p.m. Visit McKeegarden.org for schedule. 794.0601

Tuesday, Dec. 17

• Cookie Decorating – at the Tradition Gazebo in Port St. Lucie, 6 to 7 p.m. 207.0057

Wednesday, Dec. 18

• Special Populations Dance – Special populations participants ages 15 and up. Families and friends are invited to join in for an evening of country-style fun. Drinks & snacks will be served. Register in advance – this is a popular dance. Fee: $5 per person, caregivers are free. For more information, call Jaclynn Gazdacko at 772.807.4470.

• Nashville Country Christmas – Features songs made popular by legendary country artists as well as “countryfied” versions of your favorite holiday classics. The Sunrise Theatre, Fort Pierce, 7:30 p.m. 461.4775

• Jared Freiburg & the Vagabonds - The Lyric Theatre, Stuart, 7 p.m. 286.7827

Thursday, Dec. 19

• I Can’t Wait for Christmas – Mindi Abair featuring Lindsey Webster, The Lyric Theatre, Stuart, 6 and 8:30 p.m. 286.7827

• Miracle on 34th Street – Is he the real Santa? Vero Beach Theatre Guild, 7:30 p.m. 562.8300

Friday, Dec. 20

• Miracle on 34th Street – Is he the real Santa? Vero Beach Theatre Guild, 7:30 p.m. 562.8300

• The Nutcracker – Danced by St. Lucie Ballet at The Lyric Theatre, Stuart, 2 and 7 p.m. 286.7827

• CCW Wrestling – MidFlorida Event Center, Port St. Lucie, all day. 807.4488

Saturday, Dec. 21

• Miracle on 34th Street – Is he the real Santa? Vero Beach Theatre Guild, 2 and 7:30 p.m. 562.8300

• The Nutcracker – Danced by St. Lucie Ballet at The Lyric Theatre, Stuart, 2 and 7 p.m. 286.7827

• Hot Weelz – car show at MidFlorida Event Center, Port St. Lucie, 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. 807.4488

Sunday, Dec. 22

• Miracle on 34th Street – Is he the real Santa? Vero Beach Theatre Guild, 2 p.m. 562.8300

• The Nutcracker – Danced by St. Lucie Ballet at The Lyric Theatre, Stuart, 1 and 5 p.m. 286.7827

• Winter Solstice Drum Circle – Savannas Preserve State Park. Meet at the south park entrance on Jensen Beach Boulevard east of Green River Parkway. Bring a drum or just come without one, 6-8 p.m. friendsofsavannas.org

Tuesday, Dec. 24

Christmas Eve

Wednesday, Dec. 25

Hanukkah Begins

Christmas Day

Tuesday, Dec. 26-Friday, Dec. 29

• Jungle Lights – McKee Botanical Garden, Vero Beach. The much-loved annual family celebration with more than 200,000 lights and light displays. This year, see Vero’s largest animated Christmas tree and tall trees wrapped with lights for a glittering display. Holiday large-scale model train. Nightly entertainment and enjoy hot chocolate and holiday treats too. 6-9 p.m. Visit McKeegarden.org. 794.0601

Thursday, Dec. 26

• The Nutcracker danced by the State Ballet Theatre of Ukraine – The beloved holiday spectacle transports you to a dazzling winter wonderland of toy soldiers and colorful characters. The Sunrise Theatre, Fort Pierce. 7:309 p.m. 461.4775

Saturday, Dec. 28

• Pure Zeppelin - The Lyric Theatre, Stuart, 7 p.m. 286.7827

• Candlelight Concert – featuring Vivaldi’s Four Seasons and more in the Emerald Ballroom, MidFlorida Event Center, Port St. Lucie, 6:30-7:30 p.m. 807.4488

• Candlelight Concert – featuring the music of The Nutcracker and more, Emerald Ballroom, MidFlorida Event Center, Port St. Lucie, 9-10 p.m. 807.4488

Sunday, Dec. 29

• Nutcracker on the Indian River – Ballet Vero Beach’s recreation of the famous holiday story. The one-hour performance is specifically geared to the needs of differently abled individuals and young children. It may include modified audio/visual effects and a venue setup that meets the needs of all attendees. Join our heroine, Marie, on a holiday journey from New York to Florida with a magic-filled performance that both entertains and inspires. Vero Beach High School Performing Arts Center, 7 p.m. 269.1065

Monday, Dec. 30

• Nutcracker on the Indian River – Ballet Vero Beach’s recreation of the famous holiday story. Marie travels from New York to Florida and dreams of the shores of the Indian River Lagoon. The local flora and fauna dance for her in a magical ballet the whole family will love. Vero Beach High School Performing Arts Center, 2 and 7 pm. 269.1065

Tuesday, Dec. 31

New Year’s Eve

• New Year’s Eve at Tradition – Garth Brooks Tribute and fireworks at Tradition Square, Port St. Lucie. Enjoy food and drink while you are watching, 5-9 p.m. Parking will be located at the Christ Fellowship parking lot with shuttles provided. 207.0057

• Ropin’ in the Midnight: A Garth Tribute for the New Year – Tradition Town Hall. Features good eats, great drinks, fireworks, and a tribute to the incomparable Garth Brooks, 5-9 p.m. No phone number given.

JANUARY 2025

Wednesday, Jan. 1

New Year’s Day

Thursday, Jan. 2

Hanukkah Ends

Friday, Jan. 3

• Disney’s Frozen Kids – A Theatrical Learning Center Production at the Vero Beach Theatre Guild. When the queen accidentally sets off eternal winter, her sister and friends save the day, 7:30 p.m. 562.8300

• The Greatest Love of All – A Tribute to Whitney Houston by Belinda Davids at the Sunrise Theatre, Fort Pierce, 8 p.m. 461.4775

Saturday, Jan. 4

• Marcia Ball Band - The Lyric Theatre, Stuart, 7 p.m. 286.7827

• Disney’s Frozen Kids – A Theatrical Learning Center Production. Vero Beach Theatre Guild. When the queen accidentally sets off eternal winter, her sister and friends save the day, 2 p.m. 562.8300

Sunday. Jan. 5

INDIAN RIVER magazine is not responsible for errors, omissions or schedule changes. Please check with the facility before attending any event.

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Nov. 21, 2024

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