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'Tis the Season in the
Sebastian River Area
'Tis the Season in the Sebastian River Area! We are kicki
ng off the holidays with our
29th Annual Light Up Night this Friday, December 1st from 5:30-8 p.m.! It's a great way to get in the holiday spirit while visiting & supporting local businesses around town. Speaking of getting around town,
Santa will be a busy guy this month as he makes his rounds around town via sleigh, airboat, horseback and even an airplane! Other holiday festivities this month include the SRHS Prism Concert, Sebastian Christmas Parade, WinterGreen Night Lights at ELC, Grant Historical House Christmas Open House, WINTERFEST, a Sunset Holiday Lights Canoe Trip, Holiday Nights & an Ugly Sweater Party at Riverside Theatre, Holiday Arts & Craft Shows, a Cowboy Christmas and more! There are many other activities that will have you "jingling all the way" including concerts, birding and wildlife tours, markets, a surf fishing workshop, ghost tours, skydive invasion, comedy shows and more! Check out the wonderful events below & add them to your calendar (be sure to check it twice)!!
From Simple Pleasures to Authentic Treasures, the Sebastian River Area has something for everyone to enjoy! Visit our
website for more information and to start planning your perfect getaway to the Sebastian River Area!
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Sebastian River Area Destination Video
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The Greater Fellsmere Area Destination Video
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There are a lot of fun filled events taking place this month and you'll find some of them listed below. To view the entire calendar of events,
click here.
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Be sure to download the
Indian River County- Vero Beach, Sebastian, & Fellsmere App!
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Grant Historical House Christmas Open House
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November 30th- December 3rd
10 a.m.-4 p.m.
5795 US Highway 1 S, Grant
No admission fee and parking is free. For more info., call
321-723-8543
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November 30th- December 3rd
Thursday, November 30th 7 pm
Friday, December 1st 7 pm
Saturday, December 2nd 2 pm & 7 pm
Sunday, December 3rd 2 pm
Sebastian River High School
9001 Shark Boulevard , Sebastian
The Prism Concert is Sebastian River High School Music Department's largest fundraising event of the year. The 2-hour concert showcases the talents of the Concert Bands, Jazz Band, the Flag and Dance Line and the SRHS Choral Program. The shows Grand Finale of the full chorus followed by the Drum Line and the entire 250 member Marching Sharks Band traditionally brings the entire audience to their feet, clapping and smiling!
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Sunset Holiday Lights Canoe Trip
Friday, December 1st
5-6 p.m.
Environmental Learning Center
255 Live Oak Drive, Vero Beach
You won't want to miss this evening canoe trip under our beautiful mangrove tunnels lit with holiday lights! It's truly a special Florida-style evening during the holiday season! Cost: $15 Adults & Children over 12. $7.50 Children ages 8 to 11. Must wear close toed water shoes for your protection.
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29th Annual Light Up Night
Friday, December 1st
5:30-8:00 p.m.
Various Businesses in Sebastian & Roseland
Kick off the holiday season with our local businesses! Stroll from business to business for great sales, decorations and holiday cheer!
Click here for the map of participating businesses!
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December 1st, 2nd, 8th, 9th, 15th, 16th, 29th & 30th
Riverside Theatre
3250 Riverside Park Drive, Vero Beach
MAKE THIS THE HOLIDAY PLACE TO HANG-OUT with friends and family. Enjoy an abundance of cheer, lights and maybe even a little bit of snow, at our LIVE IN THE LOOP outside music bar, no ticket required. Great food, treats, and drink concoctions will be available for purchase. Our campus will be lit-up and Live Bands will rock-out with your favorite songs while mixing in some holiday classics to keep your holiday spirits high.
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Comedy Zone at Riverside Theatre
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December 1st, 2nd, 15th & 16th
7:30 p.m. & 9:30 p.m.
Riverside Theatre
3250 Riverside Park Drive, Vero Beach
A complete evening of fun featuring Live Outdoor Music, 2 Comedians, Full Bars, Grilled Food, and desserts.
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Saturday, December 2nd
8 a.m.- 1 p.m.
St. Sebastian Catholic Church
13075 U.S. 1, Sebastian
(Just North of Walmart)
Antiques, Collectibles, Crafts, Plants, Household Goods, and Elegant Stuff. Drinks and Snacks.
For more info., call Rosemary at 772-581-8665.
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Free Saturday Admission at the ELC
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Saturday, December 2nd
9 a.m.-12 p.m.
Environmental Learning Center
255 Live Oak Drive, Vero Beach
Every 1st Saturday of the month! We want everyone in our community to have the opportunity to visit our ELC Lagoon Island Campus regardless of income so please join us and get outside and explore our 1 ½ miles of boardwalks and walking trails, Discovery Station Interactive Museum with Aquariums and Touch Tank, dip-netting pond, native plant greenhouse, canoe dock for lagoon viewing, children's outdoor play areas and more!
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WINTERFEST
Saturday, December 2nd
10 a.m.-2 p.m.
Liberty Magnet Elementary School
6850 81st Street, Vero Beach
Come out, have fun and support Liberty Magnet Elementary School! Lots of fun themed games, yummy food, a DJ, bounce houses, face painting and a sleigh ride! OH, and there may EVEN be an appearance from Santa himself!
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Every Saturday
11:00a.m.
- 3:00 pm
North Indian River County Library
1001 Sebastian Boulevard, Sebastian
For more information, contact: Helen Russell, Director at 772-532-3647.
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Wintergreen Night Lights
Saturday, December 2nd
4-8 p.m.
Environmental Learning Center
255 Live Oak Drive, Vero Beach
Canoe under mangrove tunnels filled with beautiful holiday lights during Wintergreen Night Lights! We'll have nature crafts, live holiday music, Touch Tank encounters and more to fill you with the holiday spirit!
For more information, visit
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City of Sebastian Annual Christmas & Holiday Parade
Saturday, December 2nd
6 p.m.
Main Street & Indian River Drive, Sebastian
Santa Claus is Coming to Town! The parade starts at Main Street & Indian River Drive and runs south to Riverview Park
where kids can meet with Santa in his decorated house. We invite you to participate or come out and welcome Santa! The City Christmas Tree will be lit and children can visit with Santa and share their holiday wishes.
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Night Sounds at Sebastian Inlet State Park- Rod MacDonald
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Saturday, December 2nd
7-9 p.m.
Sebastian Inlet State Park
9700 South A1A, Melbourne Beach
(Coconut Point)
Rod MacDonald is a folk singer and songwriter, novelist, and educator. Park admission fees apply.
For more information visit,
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Sunday, December 3rd
2 p.m. & 6 p.m.
1707 16th Street, Vero Beach
CHRISTMAS ROAD TRIP, an original performing arts holiday production. Gymnastics and performing arts students from the City of Vero Beach Recreation Department's Aerial Antics Youth Circus program will perform in this heartwarming
holiday show about 3 sisters on a road trip to their Grandparents home and their magical encounters along the way. It combines beautiful dance routines, amazing aerial acts, gymnastics, and acrobatics into the holiday themed
story line.
Tickets are $8 for adults and $7 for children and seniors.
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Every Monday-Friday
6 pm
Schumann Park
1091 Schumann Drive, Sebastian
(courts 5 & 6)
Come out and learn how to play pickleball, the fastest growing sport in the USA! Free to play and everyone is welcome! All you need is tennis shoes.
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Every Tuesday Night
6:30 pm
Woody's BBQ
13600 US-1, Sebastian
Play for prizes.
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Birding with David Simpson Trips
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December 6th, 9th & 20th
8:00AM - 11:00AM
46 North Broadway Street, Fellsmere
Take a walk with renowned birding expert David Simpson. For just $15 per person, you can take a 3-hour field trip to see and learn all about the birds that reside around us.
Itineraries will vary so please RSVP to Birding with David Simpson at
simpsondavid@mac.com or 321-720-5516
For more info., visit
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Every Wednesday (December-March)
8-10 a.m.
Pelican Island National Wildlife Refuge
4055 Wildlife Way, Vero Beach
Join Refuge volunteers as they take you on a journey throughout Pelican Island National Wildlife Refuge to experience our diverse habitats and observe wildlife. Binoculars and field guides are provided.
Limited space! Must call for reservations- 772-581-5557 x2
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Every Thursday
1:30 pm -
3:30 pm
Roseland Volunteer Fire Department 8025 129 Ct, Roseland
Roseland Music Jam Session meets each Thursday, year round. We play old time country, bluegrass and gospel, using only acoustical instruments. Audience is welcome! 772-913-2182.
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Every Thursday
6:00-9:00 p.m.
VFW Post 10210
815 Louisiana Avenue, Sebastian
A music Jam Session, come join the fun. Sandwiches are served. Hope to see you there!
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Every Thursday Night
Music starts at 6:30 p.m.
Marsh Landing Restaurant
44 N. Broadway, Fellsmere
Step back in time to pioneer days of Florida in the 1926 beautifully restored Marsh Landing Restaurant every Thursday night and enjoy some traditional and original songs at the famous Marsh Landing Bluegrass Jam!! Join us for good music, good food and a good time. If your feeling the rhythm, bring your instrument and join in on the fun! Reservations are highly recommended.
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Ugly Christmas Sweater Party!
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7:30 & 9:30 p.m.
Riverside Theatre
3250 Riverside Park Drive, Vero Beach
Musical Entertainers: Orin Sands & Ken Gustafson. Wear your most horrendous, fugliest Christmas sweater to our Ugly Sweater Bash! The uglier, the better because your crime against fashion gives you the chance to win a prize for ugliest sweater! Enjoy the holiday party with dancing, drink specials and live music that you request from our dueling pianos. So buy tickets now and then hit the thrift store for that hideous sweater!
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Indoor Craft & Flea Market
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Saturday, December 9th
8:00 am-1:00 pm
(2nd Saturday through March)
Roseland United Methodist Church
Held inside the Fellowship Hall
12962 Roseland Road, Sebastian
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ur vendors have a variety of arts & crafts, 2nd hand items and antiques. Our thrift & furniture shop will be open and offers sales on certain items during the day. Our food court serves a hot breakfast & lunch that features breakfast sandwiches, pancakes, BBQ hamburgers, hotdogs, pulled pork sandwiches, cold drinks and homemade baked goods.
For more information,
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Saturday, December 9th
10 a.m.- 3 p.m.
Riverview Park, Sebastian
Get a Jump on this Gift Giving Time. Plenty of Christmas Items. 100 % Handmade Crafts by local Artisans.
Food, Music and Fun.
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2017 Christmas at the Vero Beach Airport
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Saturday, December 9th
10 a.m.- 12 p.m.
Vero Beach Regional Airport
3400 Cherokee Drive, Vero Beach
The Guest of Honor for the event will be Santa Claus, who will arrive by airplane at 10:30 am. Santa's arrival will be preceded by a Christmas Holiday concert provided by students from Oslo Middle School. Special Guests will include Airport Officials and Community Leaders. During his visit at the Airport, Santa will receive children for short individual visits and photos. Light refreshments and beverages will be offered.
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Annual Marine Corps Reserve Toys for Tots Christmas Dinner and Dance
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Saturday, December 9th
5 p.m.
Sebastian Elks Lodge #2714
731 S. Fleming Street, Sebastian
The evening will begin with a cocktail hour at 5 pm, followed by dinner at 6 pm and dancing to Jerry & the Dolls. Tickets are $20 per person. And please put a smile on a child's face this Christmas -- remember to bring an unwrapped toy(s)!
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Ghost Walking Tours: Fellsmere
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December 9th & 30th
7 p.m.
Fellsmere City Hall (front steps)
22 S. Orange Street
We will walk through time and uncover the history and paranormal happenings in each location. You will learn about
current and past ghost stories and evidence gathered at the sites by the Florida Bureau of Paranormal
Investigations. This is NOT a tour with staged events to frighten guests. This is the real thing. All tours last approximately 1 to 2 hours.
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Sunday, December 10th
9 am- 2 pm
11105 Roseland Rd. Sebastian
Vendor booths include artists & crafters,, coffee, baked goods, jewelry,organic produce, readings, bodywork, brunch at 12:00 pm. ,children's corner,tours
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Thursday, December 14th
6 p.m.
Fellsmere Old School Grounds
22 S. Orange Ave., Fellsmere
Santa will be arriving by airboat to visit with children!
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Ghost Walking Tours: Sebastian
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December 15th, 20th & 29th
7 p.m.
Meet at the Sebastian River Area Chamber of Commerce Parking Lot
700 Main Street, Sebastian
We will walk through time and uncover the history and paranormal happenings in each location. You will learn about
current and past ghost stories and evidence gathered at the sites by the Florida Bureau of Paranormal
Investigations. This is NOT a tour with staged events to frighten guests. This is the real thing. All tours last approximately 1 to 2 hours.
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"WHO LET THE DADS OUT?" Playgroup
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Saturday, December 16th
(every third Saturday)
9-11 a.m.
Fellowship Hall, Friendship Christian Community, 611 Schumann Dr, Sebastian
FREE Playgroup for 1-6 year old children with Dads/Granddads. Come play & enjoy a FREE Pancake and Sausage Breakfast, Coffee, Juice, Cookies. For more info call (772) 664-7503.
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Sebastian River Art Club ART BY THE RIVER FINE ART SHOW
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Saturday, December 16th
10:00 am - 4:00 pm
Riverview Park, Sebastian
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Saturday, December 16th
10:00AM - 2:00PM
GFWC SEBASTIAN WOMAN'S CLUB
952 US 1, SEBASTIAN, FL
Just in time for the Holidays. All Home-Baked by the GFWC Woman's Club Members.
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Saturday, December 16th
1-3:15 p.m.
Sebastian Inlet State Park
9700 S. A1A, Melbourne Beach
Surf fishing class designed to introduce anglers to the basics of surf fishing. Discussions center on the equipment needed to enjoy a productive surf fishing day at the beach. Topics include rod and reel selection, standard pompano rig, choosing bait and more. Anglers should bring a pen/pencil and something to write on.
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LaPorte Farms Cowboy Christmas
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Saturday, December 16th
3-7 p.m.
7700 129th Street, Sebastian
(off of Roseland Road)
Come visit LaPorte Farms Winter Wonderland with over 100,000 twinkling lights. Enjoy our critters, pony rides, Mechanical bull rides, Caroling around the campfire, Face painting, Hayrides, BBq, Hot dogs, Hamburgers and more! Don't miss Santa's arrival on horseback sporting his black stetson hat at 5:30pm Additional cost for food etc. Handicap parking at the farm.
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Sunday, December 17th
7:30-10:30 a.m.
5390 S US Highway 1, Grant
Toys for Kids is working with Grant Station and Bass Pro to raise money. We will be having a breakfast put on by Grant Station at the Barn and Bass Pro will be bringing the Famous St. Nick. Come and join us for a great morning to help the kids out. Tickets for adults are $15 and Kids are $10. Tickets can be purchased at Bass Pro or Rib City at Grant Station. Santa will be there from 7:30-9:00am
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Thursday, December 21st
10:30-11:30 a.m.
North Indian River County Library
1001 Sebastian Boulevard, Sebastian
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Thursday, December 21st
6-8 p.m.
Riverview Park, Sebastian
The Sebastian Police Department is hosting a family movie night! The big screen will be set up in the grass field near the twin piers. Bring your own blankets or chairs for you and the kids and enjoy watching The Polar Express. The community outreach trailer will be there serving free hot chocolate and popcorn. Come out and share a great community event with family and friends.
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The Annual Skydive Invasion
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December 28th-January 1st
Skydive Sebastian
400 Airport Drive West, Sebastian
Watch skydivers from all over the world participate in the annual Invasion! There will be
Multiple Aircrafts, World Class Organizers Skills Camps, Beach Jumps
and an
Island Party.
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Howl at the Moon Dueling Pianos at Riverside Theatre
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December 29th & 30th
7:30 pm & 9:30 pm performances
Riverside Theatre
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Night Sounds at Sebastian Inlet State Park- Alize
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Saturday, December 30th
7-9 p.m.
Sebastian Inlet State Park (Coconut Point)
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700 S. A1A, Melbourne Beach
Alize has been getting people dancing to their reggae music with many years. Recently, reformed with some new band members which have ignited the positive reggae vibe. Alize also blends other types of music into their show including Island, SOCA, Top 40, Funk, Soft Rock and even a little country. The concert is free with regular park entry fees.
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If you would like to receive more information about the Sebastian River Area, please fill out our
form
or contact us by phone or email. Our 2017-2018 Visitor's Guides are now in and we are more than happy to send you one!
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Vero Beach Outlets
1824 94th Drive
Vero Beach, FL 32966
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Vero Beach Outlets features an impressive and growing collection of more than 60 leading designer and brand names where shoppers enjoy savings up to 65 percent off regular retail prices every day.
Visit us to shop your favorites including Banana Republic Factory Store, Gap Outlet, Coach Outlet, J.Crew Factory Store, Polo Ralph Lauren Factory
Store and Nike Factory Store along with Restoration Hardware Outlet and Williams-Sonoma Outlet, among many more!
Visit our website to join our VIP Savings Club to receive additional saving opportunities along with advance special event announcements reserved exclusively for our members.
Beth Hager
Marketing Coordinator
772-770-6097
Beth@simpsonorg.com
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SRA Snapshots Video Contest
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27th Annual Fellsmere Frog Leg Festival
January 18-21, 2018
Downtown Fellsmere
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he Fellsmere Frog Leg Festival has been a local favorite for almost 27 years, and truly has something for every member of your family! Whether you're joining us for the famous mouthwatering frog leg and gator tail dinners, just to browse the hundreds of booths for unique gifts, or wanting to listen to some great music and enjoy the fun rides - you'll immediately know why this festival has become a success and an annual tradition for so many.
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Florida Pro Surf Competition
January 18-24, 2018
Sebastian Inlet State Park
The event will host a World Surf League qualifying series event for men and women. Florida Pro will feature a Women's QS6000 competition offering the largest cash prize in the United States, along with a Men's QS1500 competition.
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17th Annual Sebastian Riverfront Fine Art & Music Festival
January 20-21, 2018
Riverview Park, Sebastian
More than 100 professional artists and craftsmen along with musicians will be on hand showcasing their talents beside many area restaurants serving the best local food, beer, and wines.
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2018 Concerts in the Park
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Vero Beach Regional Airport Non-stop Flights to/from Newark, NJ & Asheville, NC
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Fly non-stop between Vero Beach and NYC starting at $149 each way. Flights offered 4 days a week. Nonstop jet service to Asheville, NC for as low as $179 each way.
Book your trip and fly Elite Class!
For more information, visit
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Sebastian River Area
Chamber of Commerce
700 Main Street
Sebastian, FL 32958
Email: Info@SebastianChamber.com GPS Coordinates: 27.817241, -80.468454 |
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