1. How much does the Event cost? Can I pay at the gate? Can I use credit or cash? Can I still get a VIP Pass? What does the VIP Pass include?

Single Day Admission: $10 per person
Children (Ages 4–17): $5 per person
Kids 3 and younger: Free entry

You may pay in advance online to skip the lines, or you can pay with credit/debit card at the gate.
Cash will NOT be accepted at the Front Gates, but cash is accepted by the Bars and Food Vendors.

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2. What are the Event Hours? Can I leave and come back?

Saturday: Gates open at 12:00 PM (Noon) and the Event ends at 9:00 PM.

Re-entry is allowed — just be sure to keep your event wristband on to avoid paying a re-entry fee.

 

3. Where is the Event? Where do I park? Is parking free? Will there be Disabled Parking?

The event takes place at the large pavilion inside Wickham Park in Melbourne.
Address: 2500 Parkway Drive, Melbourne, FL 32935

Directions:

• Enter from Wickham Rd. onto Leisure Way, follow to the dead end, and you’ll see the pavilion.
  OR
   

• Enter from Parkway Dr. onto Wickham Park Rd., turn left, and the pavilion will be on your right.
   

Parking:

• All parking is FREE.
   

• Marked parking lots will have Parking Attendants on site to assist.
   

• Disabled Parking is available — ask a Parking Attendant to guide you.
   

 

3. Can I bring…

Food & Drinks?

No outside food or drinks are permitted inside the event.

Coolers / Backpacks?

Coolers are NOT permitted.
Backpacks and large bags are not permitted or may be subject to search.

Chairs, Tents, Canopies?

Chairs are welcome!
There are also many picnic tables by the stage and under the pavilion.
Tents and canopies are NOT allowed.

My Kids?

Yes! This is a family-friendly event.
Kids 3 & younger get FREE ENTRY.

My Dog?

Dogs and service animals are welcome.
Please keep them leashed and clean up after them.

 

4. What activities are there?

(Some activities require an additional fee)

• Holiday-themed à la carte tasting menus priced $1–$5
   

• Huge Holiday Craft Fair Marketplace featuring local businesses and artisans
   

• Holiday lights and decorations throughout the event
   

• Wide variety of drinks including specialty cocktails, hard seltzers, craft brews, beers, and non-alcoholic beverages
   

• FREE Kid Zone with obstacle courses and bounce houses
   

• Classic holiday movies on a large projector
   

• Train rides
   

• Kids crafting + cookie decorating station
   

• Holiday-themed photo ops
   

• Special holiday guests including The Grinch and Santa
   

• DJ/MC hosting contests with prizes
   

• Axe throwing
   

• Permanent jewelry
   

• Fairy hair
   

• Face painting
  + more!
   

 

5. Is the Event space wheelchair accessible?

The event uses the same layout as previous years, and wheelchair users have attended without issue.
While some areas include grass and dirt, smoother paths and concrete areas make the event generally wheelchair accessible.

Disabled Parking is available — ask a Parking Attendant to guide you.

 

6. Will Vendors accept credit cards? Can I see menus in advance? Are there vegan/vegetarian options? Where do I buy drinks?

• Most vendors accept cash and credit.

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• Menu QR codes will be available around the event and at the entrance tents.
   

• Although not guaranteed, vegan/vegetarian options are usually available.
   

• All alcoholic beverages, sodas, juices, and bottled water can be purchased at the Official Event Bars.
   

• Food Vendors will also have bottled water for sale.
   

Participants, menus, and locations within the event are subject to change.

 

7. Will this Event sell out?

No. The event will not sell out.
Event hours are 12 PM – 9 PM.

 

8. Is there anything else I should know?

Yes — please review the following:

• Event participants, logistics, and details are subject to change.
   

• All tickets are non-refundable.
   

• Attendance grants permission for event photography/videography to be used for marketing.
   

• Must be 21+ with valid ID to purchase/consume alcohol. Drink responsibly.
   

• This is a Rain or Shine event.
   

• We reserve the right to deny entry to anyone displaying belligerent, inappropriate, or overly intoxicated behavior.

 

 

 

Official Event Info: SpaceCoastHolidayFoodFest.com