Downtown Friday joins forces on Friday evening with the Indian River County Centennial celebration for what promises to be one of the summer’s most vibrant and spirited community events. From 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. on June 27, the streets along 14th Avenue will transform into a festive corridor featuring food trucks, live music, vendors, children’s activities and a 7 p.m. Centennial Parade honoring 100 years of Indian River County’s heritage. Locals and visitors alike are invited to bring lawn chairs, settle in on the Heritage Center lawn, and enjoy live music amid the celebratory atmosphere. Inside the Heritage Center, the Craft Market will offer a carefully curated collection of handmade items, including Bourbon Bacon Brownies from M’s Sweets N’ Treats and coastal-themed creations from Salt Marsh Salvage by Leslie McKenzie, the granddaughter of Millie Binnell. This indoor market is a perfect complement to the outdoor festival and a chance to discover unique gifts while enjoying the cool indoors. Then, on Sunday, June 29, a Centennial History Fair runs from 2 p.m. to 5 p.m. at the Heritage Center. This free event will showcase local historical exhibits, rare photographs, and stories that illuminate the county’s development over the past century. Hosted by the IRC Centennial Committee, the fair offers a hands-on opportunity for residents to connect with their community’s roots and learn about the people and places that have shaped Indian River County. The Heritage Center is at 2140 14th Ave., Vero Beach. Call 772-770-2263 or visit IndianRiver.gov.
Riverside Theatre for Kids will present “Annie KIDS,” a 30-minute musical adaptation of the beloved show performed by students aged 6 to 11. Showtimes are 2 p.m. and 7 p.m. Friday, June 27, and Saturday, June 28. Tickets are $5. If you have older children with a dramatic flair, you’ll want to get busy preparing an audition tape for a couple of Riverside Theatre for Kids fall productions. Roald Dahl’s “Matilda the Musical JR.” and “Disney’s Alice in Wonderland JR.” Tapes are due by 4 p.m. on Sunday, June 29, and must include 32 measures of a modern musical theatre song or a selection from “Matilda” sung a cappella. The “Matilda JR.” program is expected to culminate in a competition performance in Atlanta in January 2026. Tuition for each program is $300 with tuition assistance available for qualifying students. Riverside Theatre is at 3250 Riverside Park Dr., Vero Beach. For more information call 772-231-6990 or visit RiversideTheatre.com, where you can also fill out an online audition form.
Riverside Theatre’s Comedy Zone features headliner Jake Klark and feature act Michael Murillo this weekend. Klark, originally from Cleveland, brings high-energy, relatable material about growing up and married life, while Murillo, a Tampa native, delivers clean, self-deprecating humor with sharp wit. Showtimes are 6:30 and 8:30 p.m. Friday, June 27, and Saturday, June 28. Tickets are $25 for table seats and $15 for side seats. For more information call 772-231-6990 or visit RiversideTheatre.com.
Burgers and Brews at Riverside Park in Vero Beach brings a full day of food, music and friendly competition from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturday, June 28. Hosted to benefit United Against Poverty, the event includes the Best Burger competition, craft beer tastings, live music by Whiskey Trip, a Classic Car Show, an apple pie eating contest, and a flip cup contest. There’s also a Family Fun Zone for children. Admission is free, with food and drink packages available – five burger sliders for $25 in advance or $30 day-of, and five beer tastings for $15 in advance or $20 day-of. The $150 VIP Experience includes tastings, complimentary refreshments, and access to a cooled tent. Learn more at UnitedAgainstPoverty.org.
