The Brevard Zoo will host BearFest from June 5 to 7 as part of National Black Bear Day. Visitors can make enrichment dishes for the zoo’s bears, participate in trashcan races with bear claw gloves and watch bears interact with a campsite setup. Children can bring stuffed animals for a wildlife wellness check, and the event includes local beer tastings and bear-themed food. Admission is included with zoo entry, and food is available for purchase. The zoo is located at 8225 N. Wickham Road, Melbourne. More details at brevardzoo.org.
The Merritt Island Fest will take place June 6 and 7 at the Merritt Island Veterans Amphitheater, 400 S. Sykes Creek Pkwy. The event runs from 5 to 10 p.m. daily and features local artisans, food vendors and ocean-themed brands. Interactive exhibits, live demonstrations and kids’ zones will highlight wildlife and culture. Live music will be performed by Landon McNamara on Saturday at 7:30 p.m. and Inner Circle on Sunday at 7:30 p.m. General admission starts at $39 per day or $59 for a weekend pass. Visit merrittislandfest.com for tickets.
Melbourne Civic Theatre will stage the comedy 'The Cottage' through June 28 at 817 E. Strawbridge Ave., Melbourne. The play follows Sylvia and Beau, who hide an affair in an English countryside cottage until their spouses arrive. Tickets are $35. Contact 321-723-6935 or visit mymct.org for more information. Other events may occur, but organizers recommend checking with venues for updates due to potential changes.