DATEBOOK

Lovers' Quarrel, Joe Campanellie 2025 is part of the Outdoor Mural Exhibit: The Moods of Nature at the A.E. Backus Museum & Gallery in Fort Pierce. All new framed mural panels by award-winning photographers will grace the outside walls for three to five years. They are 6 to 8 feet tall. A.E. Backus Museum & Gallery

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

• Outdoor Mural Exhibit: The Moods of Nature – A.E. Backus Museum & Gallery, Fort Pierce. All new framed mural panels by award-winning photographers will grace the outside walls for three to five years. They are 6 to 8 feet tall. 465.0630

• Nature Pop! Made with Lego Bricks –McKee Botanical Garden in Vero Beach. Exhibition from acclaimed artist Sean Kenney features more than 40 sculptures made from more than 800,000 LEGO pieces and explores the beauty of nature through highly stylized, colorful displays that stand in striking contrast with their surroundings. Closed on Mondays. Through May 4. 794.0601

• Coastal Colors Paint-Out – Elliott Museum, Stuart. See the work of 40 local artists. Subject: House of Refuge. Through May 15. 229.1961

• The Indian River Lagoon by Brush and Lens – Emerson Center, Vero Beach. An Earth Day-inspired exhibition. Reception: April 23, 5:30-7 p.m. followed by a presentation from Heather Stapleton with One Lagoon on the environmental significance and preservation of the lagoon. Through June 4. 778.5249

• Through the Eye of the Camera – A.E. Backus Museum & Gallery. The eagerly awaited annual photography show featuring work from all levels. May 9-June 20. Call for details: 465.0630.

• 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. Through June 22. 231.0707

• James J. DeMartis: A Retrospective – Elliott Museum, Stuart. His work, blending romantic realism with dynamic abstraction, has been widely exhibited and remains highly sought after by collectors. Through June 30. 229.1961

• An Artist’s Journey: Ralph Papa – Elliott Museum, Stuart. Vibrant works showcase the depth and versatility of an artist whose works range from introspective studio paintings to dynamic plein air landscapes. Through July 25. 229.1961

• Timeless: Robert Farber’s Fashion Photography – Vero Beach Museum of Art. Drawn from his Vintage Fashion series, captured during commercial shoots, and the Deterioration series which consists of prints from his earlier fashion photography. Through Aug. 31. 231.0707

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

• Well-Dressed: Vero Beach Museum of Art. Artworks from the permanent collection. This thematic permanent exhibition explores the intersection of fashion, identity, performance and self-expression. It brings together dozens of artworks, some familiar and others rarely on display. Through Sept. 14. 231.0707

• Derek Jeter’s Journey from Kalamazoo to the Elliott: Up close and personal look at the life and amazing career of modern-day baseball legend, Derek Jeter. Through Dec. 31. 229.1961

RECURRING

Some events go on hiatus for 1 to 4 months between June and October. Call to be sure the event you want is on.

Saturday

• Downtown Fort Pierce Farmers Market, green market and Jazz Market Arts and Crafts – Melody Lane, downtown Fort Pierce, year-round. Farmers Market, 8 a.m.-noon; Jazz Market, 8 a.m.-1 p.m. Live jazz at the gazebo from 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. Call first: 341.2421.

• 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 S.W. 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-Tastic Feeding – Fish feeding at Manatee Observation Center, Fort Pierce at 2 p.m. 429.6266

• Tram Tours – Learn about the significant cutting-edge research taking place at Harbor Branch north of Fort Pierce in a 1.5-hour tour of the facility at 1 p.m. Call 242.2293 for information.

First and Third Saturday

• Olive Branch Outdoor Greenmarket – Indian River State College Pruitt Campus parking lot, California Avenue, St. Lucie West. 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. No phone given so check website to be sure this is on. olivebranchmarkets.com/greenmarket

Second Saturday

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

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

• Market on Main – [Formerly Stuart Green Market] featuring produce, crafts and more. Flagler Park at 221 SW Flagler Ave., 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. April-Sept. and 9 a.m.-2 p.m. Oct.-March. 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 winter, ending at 1 p.m. in summer. S.W. Village Parkway at The Landing across from Michaels and Target. Traditionneighborhoodmarket.com 828.0188.

• Farmers Market Hobe Sound – Bridge Road, 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Call first: 341.2421

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. Oct. through May. See Tradition events calendar.

• Cars and Coffee – Port St. Lucie History Museum by the Botanical Gardens on Westmoreland, 8-10 a.m. 877.3020

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 day for volunteers who want to participate from 8 to 10 a.m. 462.3474

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.

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

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

• Snack Time Tours – St. Lucie Aquarium year-round at 2:30 p.m. 462.3474

Every Wednesday

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

First Wednesday

• Creekside Chat – Manatee Education and Observation Center, Indian River Drive, Fort Pierce, 3 p.m. 429.6266, option 3

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. 1 hour of soothing music. Noon to 1 p.m. 464.4672

Third Thursday

• 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. Call first: 231.6990.

Every Friday

• Indian River Lagoon Research Boat Tours – Harbor Branch, north of Fort Pierce, 10:30 a.m. and 1 p.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

• Food Trucks and Tributes – Tradition Square, western Port St. Lucie, 5-9 p.m. 207.0057

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/or holding an open house. Refreshments, free samples and demonstrations, 5-9 p.m. No phone listed.

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.

Third Friday

• 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

• 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 Alley - See 11 galleries with 15 local artists with original art, music and refreshments, 900 7th Street, Vero Beach, 5-8 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: 231.6990. Visit riversidetheatre.com for more details.

Various Days

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

MAY

Sunday, May 4

• The 28th Street Boarding House – Trixie dreams of having the songs she writes played on the radio. She plugs her songs on the most famous music publishing street in New York City, Tin Pan Alley. The play has Broadway dance numbers, drama, romance and relives the history of the golden age on Tin Pan Alley. Vero Beach Theatre Guild, 2 p.m. 562.8300

• Beautiful: The Carole King Musical – The inspiring story of her rise to stardom. Riverside Theatre, Vero Beach, 2 p.m. 231.6990

• A Fox on the Fairway – Pineapple Playhouse, comedy. 2 p.m. 465.0366

• Who’s Afraid of Virginia Woolf – dark comedy at Maltz Jupiter Theatre. 2 p.m. 561.575.2223

• Firefall – The Lyric Theatre, Stuart, 7 p.m. 286.7827

• Intocable – Latin music at Sunrise Theatre, Fort Pierce, 7 p.m. 461.4775

• Mother’s Day Tea at the Garden – Port St. Lucie Botanical Gardens. Sip tea and eat dainty sandwiches, create a flower bouquet and have a picture taken. 2 p.m. 337.1959

Tuesday, May 6

• Beautiful: The Carole King Musical – The inspiring story of her rise to stardom. Riverside Theatre, Vero Beach, 7:30 p.m. 231.6990

Wednesday, May 7

• Deep Space – Hallstrom Planetarium workshop for adults. 7:30 p.m. Register: 462.1750.

• Beautiful: The Carole King Musical – The inspiring story of her rise to stardom. Riverside Theatre, Vero Beach, 2 and 7:30 p.m. 231.6990

Thursday, May 8

• Beautiful: The Carole King Musical – The inspiring story of her rise to stardom. Riverside Theatre, Vero Beach, 7:30 p.m. 231.6990

Friday, May 9 – Monday, June 30

• Through the Eye of the Camera – Annual juried photography show at the A.E. Backus Museum & Gallery, Fort Pierce. Featuring the work of amateurs and professionals. 465-0630

Friday, May 9

• Cosmic Zoom - Written and narrated by Hallstrom Planetarium Director Jon U. Bell, and produced by Indian River State College students Ariel Galan, Kyle Delaune and WQCS Engineer Joe Lenartiene, this space trip is very far out! 7 and 8:30 p.m. 462.1750

• Beautiful: The Carole King Musical – The inspiring story of her rise to stardom. Riverside Theatre, Vero Beach, 8 p.m. 231.6990

• A Fox on the Fairway – Pineapple Playhouse, comedy. 7 p.m. 465.0366

Saturday, May 10

• One Night of Queen – by Gary Mullen & the Works, one of the foremost Queen tribute bands in the world playing the music of the famed British rock band’s Freddie Mercury, Brian May, John Deacon and Roger Taylor. Sunrise Theatre, Fort Pierce, 8 p.m. 461.4775

• Beyond the Veil – Elliott Museum, Stuart. A guided tour of the reported paranormal happenings and history of the House of Refuge near the Elliott. Park at the Elliott and take the shuttle. Shuttle departs 4:20 and 5 p.m. Arrive 10 minutes before departure. 225.1961

• Bear Tales and Other Grizzly Stories – For children, stories of the springtime constellations. Hallstrom Planetarium, 11 a.m. $7. 462.1750

• Beautiful: The Carole King Musical – The inspiring story of her rise to stardom. Riverside Theatre, Vero Beach, 2 and 8 p.m. 231.6990

• A Fox on the Fairway – Pineapple Playhouse, comedy. 2 p.m. 465.0366

• The Big Bad Musical – Emerson Center, Vero Beach. Presented by St. Andrews Episcopal Academy. 3:30 and 6 p.m. Free, but registration required. 461.7689

• Florida Arts and Dance Company End of Year Show – The Lyric Theatre, Stuart, 3 p.m. 286.7827

Sunday, May 11

Mother’s Day

• Beautiful: The Carole King Musical – The inspiring story of her rise to stardom. Riverside Theatre, Vero Beach, 2 p.m. 231.6990

• A Fox on the Fairway – Pineapple Playhouse, comedy. 2 p.m. 465.0366

• The Big Bad Musical – Emerson Center, Vero Beach. Presented by St. Andrews Episcopal Academy. 3:30 p.m. Free, but registration required. 461.7689

Thursday, May 15

• On Your Feet – Story of Emilio and Gloria Estefan. The Barn Theatre, Stuart, 8 p.m. 287.4884

• Willy Wonka Jr. – The Lyric Theatre, Stuart 7 p.m. 286.7827

Friday, May 16

• Ballet Vero Beach – at McAlpin Theatre, IRSC, Fort Pierce. 7 p.m. 462.1750

• On Your Feet – Story of Emilio and Gloria Estefan. The Barn Theatre, Stuart, 8 p.m. 287.4884

• Pure Prairie League – The Lyric Theatre, Stuart, 7 p.m. 286.7827

Saturday, May 17

• God & Country – Treasure Coast Community Singers at Trinity United Methodist Church, Jensen Beach. 3 p.m. Call to check time. 224.8807

• Blessing of the Fleet – For large vessels in the turning basin by the Derecktor shipping pier, for small ones like canoes and paddleboards, at the Fort Pierce Yacht Club’s dock. You must register [free]. Large boats: 11 a.m. Small boats: 4 p.m. There are also other activities. See here for the other activities and a large map: fortpierceyachtclub.com/BlessingoftheFleet

· Preservation Workshop – Florida Trust for Historic Preservation is holding a workshop for Region 6 at the Elliott Museum in Stuart from 10 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. $25 covers the workshop and lunch. Buy tickets at https://bit.ly/3FDRhB1 321.536.6357

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

• Ballet Vero Beach – at McAlpin Theatre, IRSC, Fort Pierce. 7 p.m. 462.1750

• On Your Feet – Story of Emilio and Gloria Estefan. The Barn Theatre, Stuart, 8 p.m. 287.4884

• Dancing with Vero’s Stars – Riverside Theatre, Vero Beach. 6 p.m. 231.6990

Sunday, May 18

• God & Country – Treasure Coast Community Singers at St. Mary’s Church, Ross Hall, Stuart, 3 p.m. Call to check time. 224.880

• On Your Feet – Story of Emilio and Gloria Estefan. The Barn Theatre, Stuart, 2 p.m. 287.4884

• Duane Betts & Palmetto Motel – The Lyric Theatre, Stuart, 7 p.m. 286.7827

• Aaron and Friends – Space Coast Symphony Orchestra at Emerson Center, Vero Beach, 3 p.m. 778.5249

• Haitian Flag Day Festival – Celebrate Haitian culture, music, food and traditions at the MidFlorida Event Center, Port St. Lucie. 2 to 11 p.m. 807.4488

Wednesday, May 21

• Magic of Motown – The Lyric Theatre, Stuart, 7 p.m. 286.7827

Thursday, May 22

• On Your Feet – Story of Emilio and Gloria Estefan. The Barn Theatre, Stuart, 8 p.m. 287.4884

Friday, May 23

• On Your Feet – Story of Emilio and Gloria Estefan. The Barn Theatre, Stuart, 8 p.m. 287.4884

• Atlanta Rhythm Section – The Lyric Theatre, Stuart, 7 p.m. 286.7827

Saturday, May 24

• Pirate and Fairy Celebration – McKee Botanical Garden, Vero Beach. Pirate and Fairy Celebration! Come dressed in your fairy best or swashbuckling gear. Fairy House building, games, make & take crafts, stencil face painting, fairy hair, live entertainment. [Costumes welcome, but not required.] 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Call 794.0601 first to make sure it is on.

• VetFest – MidFlorida Event Center, Port St. Lucie. Fun-filled experience for all ages with a variety of activities and attractions. Food trucks, car and Jeep show, military vehicle displays, kids’ zone, 5K march, craft booths with unique items, DJ, and bands Second Gear and the Journey tribute band, Majestic Rock. Bring a can or dry food donation for Treasure Coast Food Bank. Proceeds split among participating veterans’ organizations. 3 to 9 p.m. 807.4488

• On Your Feet – Story of Emilio and Gloria Estefan. The Barn Theatre, Stuart, 2 and 8 p.m. 287.4884

• Golden Years Senior Dance – MidFlorida Event Center, Port St. Lucie, 6-8 p.m. $5 admission. 807.4499

• The Sting Police and U2X – The Lyric Theatre, Stuart, 7 p.m. 286.7827

Sunday, May 25

• The Best of John Williams: Side-by-Side Concert – Space Coast Symphony Orchestra at Vero Beach High School Performing Arts Center, Vero Beach. 3 p.m. 855.252.7276

• On Your Feet – Story of Emilio and Gloria Estefan. The Barn Theatre, Stuart, 2 p.m. 287.4884

• Cars and Coffee – Port St. Lucie History Museum by the Botanical Gardens on Westmoreland, 8-10 a.m. 877.3020

Monday, May 26

MEMORIAL DAY

• Honor the men and women who died while serving in the U.S. military. The City of Port St. Lucie will provide a moving tribute to recognize and commemorate the fallen heroes of all generations. Seating is limited, so arriving early is recommended. Bring a chair. Veterans Memorial Park, Port St. Lucie, 10 a.m. 878.2277

• Fort Pierce Veterans Memorial Park – Ceremony at 11 a.m. Call the City of Fort Pierce for information.

• Memorial Day at the Navy SEAL Museum – not scheduled yet. Call 595-5845.

• Vero Beach – Veterans Memorial Island Sanctuary, with parking at Riverside Park. 9 a.m. For details, call the Veterans’ Council at 410.5820.

• Stuart – Mile-long parade on East Ocean Boulevard starting about 10 a.m. and ending around 11 a.m. at Memorial Park where there will be a ceremony. 220.4127

Thursday, May 29

• On Your Feet – Story of Emilio and Gloria Estefan. The Barn Theatre, Stuart, 8 p.m. 287.4884

Friday, May 30

• On Your Feet – Story of Emilio and Gloria Estefan. The Barn Theatre, Stuart, 8 p.m. 287.4884

Saturday, May 31

• Il Barbiere di Siviglia [The Barber of Seville] – Met Live in HD at the Majestic 11 Theater with Vero Beach Opera, 1 p.m. 770.0774

• On Your Feet – Story of Emilio and Gloria Estefan. The Barn Theatre, Stuart, 2 and 8 p.m. 287.4884

• A Night at the Movies – presented by Turn Up the Heat. Music from famous movies and musicals. Sunrise Theatre, Fort Pierce, 4 p.m. 461.477

JUNE

Sunday, June 1

• On Your Feet – Story of Emilio and Gloria Estefan. The Barn Theatre, Stuart, 2 p.m. 287.4884

• Mad Props – presented by Level Up Dance Center, at Sunrise Theatre, Fort Pierce, 3 p.m. 461.4775

Wednesday, June 4

• Constellation Stories – Hallstrom Planetarium workshop on the stories, myths and legends of the constellations. 7:30 p.m. Register at 462.1750.

Thursday, June 5

• Stuart Summer Stroll –Visit various downtown businesses from 5 to 10 p.m.

Friday, June 6

• Foreigner Journey Experience – The Lyric Theatre, Stuart, 7 p.m. 286.7827

• Stuart Summer Stroll –Visit various downtown businesses from 5 to 10 p.m.

Saturday, June 7

• Bear Tales and Other Grizzly Stories – For children, stories of the springtime constellations. Hallstrom Planetarium, 11 a.m. $7. 462.1750

• Hurricane Expo – MidFlorida Event Center, Port St. Lucie. Get ready for the storm season by speaking to experts about how to prepare yourself and your home, and how to clean up and repair things afterward. 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. 807.4488

Sunday, June 8

• Motown Tribute Concert – Tradition Town Hall, 6:30-8 p.m. No phone number given

Tuesday, June 10

• Senior Expo – MidFlorida Event Center, Port St. Lucie. Free admission, health screenings and refreshments. Connect with experts and organizations that help seniors and their families in all three Treasure Coast counties. Meet with experts on Medicare, assisted living, mobility, independent living, veterans’ benefits, audiology, senior travel, insurance, home and hospice care, financial planning, legal assistance, aging-in-place home improvements, eye care, physical therapy and more. 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. seniorexpousa.com/2025-treasure-coast.html#/

• Mammogram Bus – at Tradition Town Square, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. 844.546.5871

Wednesday, June 11

• Special Populations Dance – Port St. Lucie Community Center. For ages 15 and older. Snacks and drinks will be served. $5 per person, caregivers free. 6-8 p.m. 878.2277

Thursday, June 12

• The Winter’s Tale – Shakespeare – McAlpin Theatre, Indian River State College, Fort Pierce, 7 p.m. 462.1750

Friday, June 13

• The Winter’s Tale – Shakespeare at McAlpin Theatre, IRSC, Fort Pierce, 7 p.m. 462.1750

Saturday, June 14

• The Winter’s Tale – Shakespeare at McAlpin Theatre, IRSC, Fort Pierce, 2 p.m. 462.1750

• The Chippendales – Named “the most-wanted men in Vegas” by ET, Chippendales captures the perfect balance of sex appeal and tasteful teasing. Sunrise Theatre, Fort Pierce, 8 p.m. 461.4775

• CCW Ultimate Wrestling – Port St. Lucie MidFlorida Event Center, 7-10 p.m. 877.4488

• Waterlily Festival – McKee Botanical Garden. See more than 80 varieties of beautiful waterlilies. Featuring a waterlily photo contest, watch artists outdoors painting scenes, plant sales, repotting demonstrations. There are admission fees. 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. 794.0601

Sunday, June 15

FATHER’S DAY

• Extreme Dance Company Dance Showcase – Sunrise Theatre, Fort Pierce, 4 p.m. 461.4775

Thursday, June 19

JUNETEENTH

• Gifford – Celebration from 10 a.m. to

2 p.m. Location not named but last year it was at the Gifford Historical Center and Cultural Center on Juneteenth day, and on the weekend at Victor Hart Sr. Community Enhancement Complex.

• Stuart – Juneteenth Pageant – East Stuart Civic Center, 7-8 p.m., no phone number given.

• Check local newspaper listings. Events from today through the weekend not available at deadline.

Friday, June 20

• Juneteenth Celebration: Let Freedom Ring – Tradition Town Square. Hosted by the Boys & Girls Club of St. Lucie County, 6-9 p.m. No phone number given.

Saturday, June 21

• Matt Schofield – British blues guitarist. The Lyric Theatre, Stuart, 7 p.m. 286.7827

Sunday, June 22

• Juneteenth Festival – No information at deadline. Check cityoffortpierce.com for up-to-date information.

Friday, June 27

• Florida Sports Hall of Fame Reception Honoring 2025 Inductees – Legends VIP Reception and Pairings Party with celebrity guests, silent auction, food and drink at MidFlorida Event Center, Port St. Lucie, home of the Florida Sports Hall of Fame Museum. Free. 5-9 p.m. 807.4488

• Civil Whites – Pineapple Playhouse, Fort Pierce. 7 p.m. 465.0366

Saturday, June 28

• Civil Whites – Pineapple Playhouse, Fort Pierce. 2 p.m. 465.0366

Sunday, June 29

• Cars and Coffee – Port St. Lucie History Museum by the Botanical Gardens on Westmoreland, 8-10 a.m. 877.3020

• Civil Whites – Pineapple Playhouse, Fort Pierce. 2 p.m. 465.036

JULY

Friday, July 4

INDEPENDENCE DAY

Fireworks at 9 p.m. Check websites or newspaper for event dates, starting times and activities.

• Freedom Fest – Have the best Fourth ever with this star-spangled event at the Port St. Lucie MidFlorida Event Center. Fireworks at dusk, family-friendly activities with food trucks featuring tasty treats, possibly some contests, live music. Free for all ages. Buy tickets if you want VIP seating, meal and other activities. 4-10 p.m. 878.2277

• Stars Over St. Lucie – Fort Pierce over the Indian River Lagoon at Marina Square. See from Veterans Memorial Park and South Bridge. 6-9 p.m. 466.3880

• Homegrown – Art, live music, fireworks, and family fun at Tradition Square 5-9 p.m.

• Boom On The Lagoon – Vero Beach, Riverside Park, live DJ, drinks, children’s activities, contests, fireworks. 5-9 p.m. ]

• Freedom Festival & Parade – Sebastian Riverview Park. 8:30 a.m. [parade] to 9:30 p.m. Parade goes from Davis and Central to Riverview Park. The festival starts at 10 a.m. Fireworks start at 9 p.m.

• Fireworks On The Fourth – Stuart at Flagler Park. [Possibly 7-10 p.m.] Fireworks at 9 p.m.

Saturday, July 5

• Stuart Stroll – Visit various businesses. 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Sunday, July 6

• Stuart Stroll – Visit various businesses. 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Thursday, July 10

• Saturday Night Fever – 70s disco and dance story. The Barn Theatre, Stuart,8 p.m. 287.4884

Friday, July 11

• Saturday Night Fever – 70s disco and dance story. The Barn Theatre, Stuart,8 p.m. 287.4884

Saturday, July 12

• Saturday Night Fever – 70s disco and dance story. The Barn Theatre, Stuart, 8 p.m. 287.4884

• Golden Years Dance – MidFlorida Event Center, $5 admission, 6-8 p.m. 807.4499

Sunday, July 13

• Saturday Night Fever – 70s disco and dance story. The Barn Theatre, Stuart, 2p.m. 287.4884

Thursday, July 17

• Saturday Night Fever – 70s disco and dance story. The Barn Theatre, Stuart, 8 p.m. 287.4884

• Hotter Than July – Stevie Wonder tribute band. The Lyric Theatre, Stuart, 7 p.m. 286.7827

Friday, July 18

• Saturday Night Fever – 70s disco and dance story. The Barn Theatre, Stuart, 8 p.m. 287.4884

• A Chorus Line – Go behind the scenes of a Broadway audition in high energy musical. Vero Beach Theatre Guild, 7:30 p.m. 562.8300

Saturday, July 19

• Saturday Night Fever – 70s disco and dance story. The Barn Theatre, Stuart, 8 p.m. 287.4884

• Christmas in July – Two-day arts and crafts festival with a huge assortment of vendors and exhibitors. Shop in air-conditioned comfort for holiday gifts, jewelry, clothing, baked goods, soap, candles, gifts, decorations. Free, but canned goods for the Treasure Coast Food bank are appreciated. Santa: noon to 2 p.m.

The event is from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Learn more: pottcevents.com/christmas-in-july-psl

• A Chorus Line – Go behind the scenes of a Broadway audition in high energy musical. Vero Beach Theatre Guild, 2 p.m. 562.8300

Sunday July 20

• Christmas in July – Two-day arts and crafts festival a t MidFlorida Event Centerwith a huge assortment of vendors and exhibitors. Shop in air-conditioned comfort for holiday gifts. Jewelry, clothing, baked goods, soap, candles, gifts, decorations. Free but canned goods for the Treasure Coast Food bank are appreciated. See Santa between noon and 2 p.m. Free. 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Learn more: pottcevents.com/christmas-in-july-psl

• Saturday Night Fever – 70s disco and dance story. The Barn Theatre, Stuart, 2 p.m. 287.4884

• A Chorus Line – Go behind the scenes of a Broadway audition in high energy musical. Vero Beach Theatre Guild, 2 p.m. 562.8300

Tuesday, July 22

• Before You Sign the Lease Workshop – Port St. Lucie City Hall, Building B training room. This is a workshop for new and expanding businesses guiding entrepreneurs on the city's requirements and factors when selecting a location. 11:30 a.m.-1 p.m. Free lunch.

Thursday, July 24

• Saturday Night Fever – 70s disco and dance story. The Barn Theatre, Stuart, 8 p.m. 287.4884

Friday, July 25

• Saturday Night Fever – 70s disco and dance story. The Barn Theatre, Stuart, 8 p.m. 287.4884

• A Chorus Line – Go behind the scenes of a Broadway audition in high energy musical. Vero Beach Theatre Guild, 7:30 p.m. 562.8300

Saturday, July 26

• Saturday Night Fever – 70s disco and dance story. The Barn Theatre, Stuart, 2 and 8 p.m. 287.4884

• A Chorus Line – Go behind the scenes of a Broadway audition in high energy musical. Vero Beach Theatre Guild, 2 and 7:30 p.m. 562.8300

• Candlelight Concert: Tribute to the band Queen – MidFlorida Event Center, Port St. Lucie, 7 to 8 p.m. 807.4488

• Candlelight Concert: Tribute to Adele – MidFlorida Event Center, Port St. Lucie, 8:30 to 10 p.m. 807.4488

Sunday, July 27

• Saturday Night Fever – 70s disco and dance story. The Barn Theatre, Stuart, 2 p.m. 287.4884

• A Chorus Line – Go behind the scenes of a Broadway audition in high energy musical. Vero Beach Theatre Guild, 2 p.m. 562.8300

• Cars and Coffee – Port St. Lucie History Museum by the Botanical Gardens on Westmoreland, 8-10 a.m. 877.3020

AUGUST

Friday, Aug. 1

• Albert Castiglia – Blues guitarist. The Lyric Theatre, Stuart, 7 p.m. 286.7827

• A Chorus Line – Go behind the scenes of a Broadway audition in high energy musical. Vero Beach Theatre Guild, 7:30 p.m. 562.8300

Saturday, Aug. 2

• A Chorus Line – Go behind the scenes of a Broadway audition in high energy musical. Vero Beach Theatre Guild, 2 and 7:30 p.m. 562.8300

Sunday, Aug. 3

• A Chorus Line – Go behind the scenes of a Broadway audition in high energy musical. Vero Beach Theatre Guild, 2 p.m. 562.8300

Sunday, Aug. 10

• Free back-to-school haircuts – for all school-age children by Carebag at the MidFlorida Event Center, Port St. Lucie. Enjoy music, food, giveaways and more. School supplies will be given to the first 200 kids. 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. 807.4488

Monday, Aug. 11

BACK TO SCHOOL DAY

Saturday, Aug. 23

• CCW Ultimate Wrestling – Port St. Lucie MidFlorida Event Center, 7-10 p.m. 877.4488

Thursday, Aug. 28

• Treasure Coast Builders Showcase – Meet builders and subcontractors. There is an admission fee. All day. 807.4488

• Solid Brass: A tribute to the great horn bands. The Lyric Theatre, Stuart, 7 p.m. 286.7827

• Special Populations Dance – MidFlorida Event Center, Port St. Lucie. For ages 15 and older. Snacks and drinks will be served. $5 per person, caregivers free. 6-8 p.m. 878.2277

Saturday, Aug. 30

• The Artimus Pyle Band – Honoring Ronnie Van Zant’s Lynyrd Skynyrd. The Lyric Theatre, Stuart, 7 p.m. 286.7827

Sunday, Aug. 31

• Cars and Coffee – Port St. Lucie History Museum by the Botanical Gardens on Westmoreland, 8-10 a.m. 877.3020

SEPTEMBER

• Sunrise Theatre – Shows for fall 2025 were not listed at the time this issue was distributed. Please go to sunrisetheatre.com for the show schedule.

• Pineapple Playhouse – Shows will be listed on their website: pineappleplayhouse.com

• Backus Museum and Gallery – Exhibits will be listed on their website backusmuseum.org

• McAlpin Theatre and Hallstrom Planetarium at Indian River State College – Shows will be listed on the college website or call 462.4774.

• Lyric Theatre – Shows will be listed on their website at lyrictheatre.com/upcoming-events

Monday, Sept. 1

LABOR DAY

• Beautiful: The Carole King Musical – Barn Theatre in Stuart kicks off the season this month. The schedule will be at barn-theatre.com 287.4884

Friday, Sept. 5

• Rumors – Neil Simon farce: chaos at posh New York anniversary party. Vero Beach Theatre Guild, 7:30 p.m. 562.8300

• The Soapy Murder Case – Life in a soap opera meets life in a penthouse with associated madness. Pineapple Playhouse, 7 p.m. 465.0366

Saturday, Sept. 6

• Golden Years Dance – MidFlorida Event Center, $5 admission, 6-8 p.m. 807.4499

• Tree Give-away – Port St. Lucie, 8-10 a.m., drive-thru event. Only for Port St. Lucie city residents. Must have ID with you. Location to be determined. 871.1775

• Rumors – Neil Simon farce: chaos at posh New York anniversary party. Vero Beach Theatre Guild, 2 p.m. 562.8300

• The Soapy Murder Case – Life in a soap opera meets life in a penthouse with associated madness. Pineapple Playhouse, 2 p.m. 465.0366

Sunday, Sept. 7

• Rumors – Neil Simon farce: chaos at posh New York anniversary party. Vero Beach Theatre Guild, 2 p.m. 562.8300

• The Soapy Murder Case – Life in a soap opera meets life in a penthouse with associated madness. Pineapple Playhouse, 2 p.m. 465.0366

Tuesday, Sept. 9

• Mammogram Bus – at Tradition Town Square, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. 844.546.5871

Thursday, Sept. 11

9/11 REMEMBRANCE DAY

• 9/11 Remembrance Ceremony – MidFlorida Event Center. Gather at the Memorial Fountain at 8:30 a.m. to reflect on the events of 9/11/2001 and to remember and honor those who lost their lives. After the ceremony, enjoy light refreshments indoors. 807.4488

• 9/11 Ceremonies – Please check your local newspapers. Not available by our deadline.

• Rumors – Neil Simon farce: chaos at posh New York anniversary party. Vero Beach Theatre Guild, 7:30 p.m. 562.8300

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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April 30, 2025

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