Last updated: 2025-04-22
Merritt Island offers a surprising array of indoor activities that provide perfect refuge from Florida’s unpredictable weather. From cultural experiences to creative workshops, locals and visitors can explore engaging indoor entertainment without venturing far from home.
Whether seeking artistic inspiration at local libraries, enjoying performing arts, or discovering historical collections, Brevard County’s indoor venues promise memorable experiences that showcase the region’s rich cultural landscape and community spirit.
Discover Merritt Island’s coolest indoor adventures now!
Featured Indoor Activities in Merritt Island
- The Maxwell C. King Center for the Performing Arts (Melbourne)
- Cocoa Village Playhouse (Cocoa)
- Painting with a Twist (Melbourne)
- Brevard County Libraries - Merritt Island Public Library
- Eau Gallie Arts District (Melbourne)
- Florida Historical Society Library of Florida History (Cocoa)
- Wickham Park Community Center (Melbourne)
Brevard County Libraries - Merritt Island Public Library
What to Expect
Digital library resources and multilingual learning platforms
Description
Merritt Island Public Library offers comprehensive resources for community learning and digital exploration. Provides free access to extensive digital collections, online databases, language learning tools like Rosetta Stone, and computer/Wi-Fi services. Supports research, personal development, and community information needs through diverse digital and physical resources.
Where: Merritt Island | More Info: Brevard County Libraries - Merritt Island Public Library
Cocoa Village Playhouse (Cocoa)
What to Expect
Community-driven Broadway-style theater with local performers
Description
Historic community theater in downtown Cocoa Village presenting a full season of Broadway musicals. Local performers bring professional-quality productions to Brevard County, offering engaging stage performances that celebrate performing arts and community talent.
Where: Cocoa | More Info: Cocoa Village Playhouse
Eau Gallie Arts District (Melbourne)
What to Expect
Historic riverfront arts and cultural community
Description
The Eau Gallie Arts District (EGAD) is a vibrant cultural hub in Melbourne, FL, featuring art galleries, historic sites, murals, and community events. The district blends creative spaces with local businesses, offering visitors an immersive experience of art, history, and community engagement.
Where: Melbourne | More Info: Eau Gallie Arts District
Florida Historical Society Library of Florida History (Cocoa)
What to Expect
Comprehensive archival collection documenting Florida's historical and cultural heritage
Description
The Florida Historical Society Library houses an extensive collection of Florida historical materials, including over 8,000 bound volumes, 10,000 print photographs, 15,000 postcards, and 1,000 early maps. Researchers can access rare books, territorial publications, and historical documents through scheduled appointments in a historic 1939 post office building.
Where: Cocoa | More Info: Florida Historical Society Library of Florida History
Painting with a Twist (Melbourne)
What to Expect
BYOB painting workshops with professional artist guidance
Description
Interactive art studio offering guided painting classes where participants create personalized artwork while enjoying a social, relaxed environment. Guests bring their own beverages and follow step-by-step instructions from professional artists to complete unique canvas paintings.
Where: Melbourne | More Info: Painting with a Twist
The Maxwell C. King Center for the Performing Arts (Melbourne)
What to Expect
Comprehensive performing arts venue with multiple performance spaces
Description
Premier performing arts venue in Melbourne, Florida, showcasing a diverse range of live entertainment. Hosts Broadway productions, concerts, comedy shows, and performing arts performances across multiple theater spaces, including a main stage and intimate Studio Theatre.
Where: Melbourne | More Info: The Maxwell C. King Center for the Performing Arts
Wickham Park Community Center (Melbourne)
What to Expect
Flexible multipurpose community gathering space
Description
Wickham Park Community Center provides a versatile indoor space for local residents and community groups. The facility offers multipurpose rooms for gatherings, meetings, and recreational activities. Visitors can access shared spaces suitable for workshops, fitness classes, and community programming.
Where: Melbourne | More Info: Wickham Park Community Center
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