events
events
There’s always something special going on at Rockledge Gardens!
Vendor Pop Ups in The Market!
Weekly on Saturday mornings – 10am to 2pm – in The Market!
Shop local, support small!
Join our community in The Market as we have individual local vendor pop ups every Saturday morning!
Vendor Schedule
August
Saturday, August 2nd – 10am to 2pm | Global Loaf Bakery
Fresh sourdough, focaccia, cinnamon rolls, + more!
Saturday, August 9th – 10am to 2pm | Ya Motha’s Bread
Fresh sourdough, pastries, bagels, + more!
Saturday, August 16th – 10am to 2pm | Global Loaf Bakery
Fresh sourdough, focaccia, cinnamon rolls, + more!
Saturday, August 23rd – 10am to 2pm | Ya Motha’s Bread
Fresh sourdough, pastries, bagels, + more!
Saturday, August 30th – 10am to 2pm | Global Loaf Bakery
Fresh sourdough, focaccia, cinnamon rolls, + more!
September
Saturday, September 6th – 10am to 2pm | Ya Motha’s Bread
Fresh sourdough, pastries, bagels, + more!
Saturday, September 13th – 10am to 2pm | Global Loaf Bakery
Fresh sourdough, focaccia, cinnamon rolls, + more!
Saturday, September 20th – 10am to 2pm | Ya Motha’s Bread
Fresh sourdough, pastries, bagels, + more!
Saturday, September 27th – 10am to 2pm | Sourdough by Sydney
Fresh sourdough, pastries, bagels, + more!
If you are a vendor and would like to be considered, please fill out our vendor application below!
First Fridays
First Friday of the month, August – October | 5pm to 9pm
First Fridays are back!
Dates: August 1st, September 5th, and October 3rd
Time: 5pm – 9pm
Join us every first Friday of the month for a fun evening of themed festivities, drinks, bites, and vibes! Sip and stroll through the Gardens for a unique night out!
What to Expect Each Night:
- Happy Hour Drink Specials
- Delicious Eats from Garden Party
- Sweet Treats from Mad Utter
- Live Music Performances
- Local Pop-Up Vendors
- Trivia (for each theme)
… yard games and more!
Upcoming Themes:
- August 1 – “Disney Adult” Night: From princesses to pirates, it’s a night of magic and nostalgia. Happily ever after!
- September 5 – 90’s + Y2K Throwback: As if! Think scrunchies, boy bands, and Tamagotchis. Totally cool!
- October 3 – Hogwarts Takeover: Wizards and witches, grab your wands – it’s going to be magical, even for muggles!
RSVP is not required, but recommended due to limited space and high popularity!
Dress to the theme, bring your friends, family, or date, and have a great time!
Free to attend • Family-friendly • Fresh air • Fun guaranteed!
Rain or shine, this event will take place in mostly covered spaces. Food and drinks will be available in our red Market building, trivia will take place in our orange Riley Room venue, and vendors will be located in our large outdoor covered pavilion venue. We recommend bringing an umbrella if summer showers are on the radar.
Trivia at Rockledge Gardens
Friday, August 1st, September 5th, and October 3rd | 6:30pm
Join us for trivia at Rockledge Gardens this summer! Hosted by Trivia Nation.
It’s time to put your knowledge to the test! Join us for themed trivia on First Friday (Every 1st Friday of the month August – October) evenings. There will be chances to win prizes from Rockledge Gardens for 1st, 2nd, and 3rd place trivia winners. Don’t be shy, come dressed for the theme and have fun!
*This event is free to attend! RSVP is recommended but not required. RSVP does not guarantee a seat; we suggest coming early to snag a spot (especially for larger groups) because this event tends to fill up fast. Please do not RSVP unless you plan to attend!
Themes + Dates
- August 1 – “Disney Adult” Night: From princesses to pirates, it’s a night of magic and nostalgia. Happily ever after!
- September 5 – 90’s + Y2K Throwback: As if! Think scrunchies, boy bands, and Tamagotchis. Totally cool!
- October 3 – Hogwarts Takeover: Wizards and witches, grab your wands – it’s going to be magical, even for muggles!
Trivia takes place in The Riley Room at Rockledge Gardens at 7pm! (orange building)
First Fridays this summer: Every first Friday of the month from August – October from 5pm to 9PM you can enjoy an evening with food from Garden Party, dessert from Mad Utter, beer + wine (+ non-alcoholic drink options available), plant shopping without the heat, local vendors, live music, yard games, and trivia! Join us for happy hour from 5pm to 8pm!
Brunch Hangs in the Gardens
Sunday, September 21st | 10:00am to 3:00pm
The perfect way to spend a Sunday with some local faves!
Come hang with us and enjoy brunch with our pop-up local vendors; fresh baked goods from Yellow Door Bakery, and drinks from Sidecart Coffee! Plus, food from Garden Party, sweet treats from Mad Utter Wonderland, and refreshing mimosas at our happy hour bar!
Make + Take: Mindful Flower Arranging
Sunday, September 21st | 1:00pm
Join Theresa Riley from Tea Roses Flowers to discover a meditative way to arrange flowers!
Join us for a relaxing and creative afternoon among the blooms. No experience necessary! Let’s gather in the Gardens to learn the art of arranging flowers mindfully with Theresa Riley, owner of Tea Roses Flowers. We’ll provide all the materials needed, so just bring yourself and an open mind. Get ready to unleash your inner florist and take home a beautiful creation.
Don’t miss out on this opportunity to unwind and get in touch with your creative side. Discover a meditative way to arrange flowers using simple arranging methods, along with home-grown or store-bought flowers. Theresa will help you discover the peace that arranging flowers can bring.
A portion of the proceeds from this workshop will be donated to To Write Love on Her Arms – a non-profit movement dedicated to presenting hope and finding help for people struggling with mental health.
*Note: Our “Brunch Hangs in the Gardens” will be taking place this morning from 10am to 3pm. Stop by the Market (big red building on the east side) to enjoy fresh-baked goods from Yellow Door Bakery, drinks from Side Cart Coffee, food from Garden Party, sweet treats from Mad Utter, and mimosas! Enjoy some tasty bites before or after your flower arranging make + take workshop for the perfect weekend!
Fall Market at Rockledge Gardens
Sunday, October 5th | 11am – 4pm
Experience the whimsy of the Fall season here in the Gardens!
From 11am to 4pm, stroll the Gardens for local vendors + artisans, live music by Hannah Stokes, face painting, food, ice cream + seasonal treats, happy hour on beer + wine all day, and more!
Grab a bite to eat at Garden Party plant-based kitchen, guest food truck, or Mad Utter Wonderland with homemade ice cream + desserts.
Additionally, stop by one of our bar locations for happy hour drink specials, apple cider, and mimosas!
This event is rain or shine and free to attend.
*Vendor applications for this event are CLOSED.
Toddler Tuesday with Twinkle Toes Nanny Agency
First Tuesday of the month, returning October.
Join us for a special event series for our littlest bugs!
Rockledge Gardens is excited to announce the return of Toddler Tuesday, now presented with Twinkle Toes Nanny Agency! On the first Tuesday of every month, we’ll meet in the Riley Room at 9:30 am to gather for a nature-based story time paired with a themed craft activity for toddlers, ages 2 to 5 years old. After the class is over, feel free to play on our Little Bugs Playground and pick up a “Grab-n-Go” treat from Garden Party in our Market!
Toddler Tuesday will be back in October with new books, a sing-along, and fun crafts! Now hosted in partnership with Twinkle Toes Nanny Agency!
Space is limited; tickets are required for each participating child. Parents/guardians are required to remain with the child throughout the event. Each ticket includes admission, coloring pages, 1-2 story time read-aloud(s), craft materials and activity directions provided, and a pack of seeds.
Meet our story time reader, Miss Laura! Laura is a Twinkle Toes Nanny and has been with the agency for almost 5 years. With her degree in Early Childhood Education, Miss Laura is a dedicated and highly qualified nanny who has decades of professional experience in caring for children from infancy through adolescence. Miss Laura especially loves animals, nature, and reading; her favorite part of working with children is allowing kids to learn by doing and creating fun experiences that help them grow. We are thrilled to have Miss Laura join us for Toddler Tuesday & she is so excited to meet all of our Little Bugs!
Who is Twinkle Toes Nanny Agency?
Twinkle Toes Nanny Agency helps Brevard County families find high-quality, reliable, affordable, and hassle-free in-home childcare! Whether you need an occasional date night sitter or you’re looking for a full-time nanny, all Twinkle Toes Nannies are CPR-certified, background-checked, and insured. Our agency handles payroll and taxes and we offer backup nannies if a family’s nanny calls out sick or goes on vacation. Our families pay by the hour for the time they use their nanny and are never charged any up-front fees. Find more information about finding your family’s perfect nanny on their website linked here!
Sensory Play with Seiser Sensory
3rd Thursday of the month at 9:30am!
On the 3rd Thursday of every month, we’ll meet in the Riley Room at 9:30 am to gather for story time paired with sensory play time!
Join us for a special event series for our littlest bugs! In addition to Toddler Tuesday, Rockledge Gardens is excited to present Sensory Play classes in partnership with SeiserSensory!
On the third Thursday of every month, we’ll meet in the Riley Room at 9:30 am to gather for a nature-based story time paired with a themed sensory playtime for toddlers and babies, ages 12 months up to 4 years old. After the class is over, feel free to play on our Little Bugs Playground and pick up a treat from Garden Party or Mad Utter Ice Cream in our Market!
Sensory Play will resume throughout the Fall season on the 3rd Thursday of each month starting at 9:30AM.
Space is limited; tickets are required for each participating child. Parents/guardians are required to remain with the child throughout the event. Each ticket includes admission, 1 story time read aloud, access to 30 minutes of open sensory playtime, and a pack of seeds.
Meet Molly, founder of SeiserSensory! Molly is the creative force behind the engaging sensory bins and toys featured in our Sensory Play classes at Rockledge Gardens. With a background in special education & early childhood development and as a devoted mom of two, Molly founded SeiserSensory to address the gap in sensory play opportunities outside of therapeutic and school settings in Brevard County. Molly actively participates in local events throughout Brevard, advocating for the benefits of sensory play for babies and toddlers. We’re very excited to have her share her passion and expertise with us!
What is sensory play?
Sensory play is one of the best tools we have in children’s development. It’s the start of children engaging with their senses and exploring the world around them. Learning through sensory play is fully inclusive and provides endless opportunities for the development of fine motor skills, cognitive growth, and communication!
Little Bugs Learning Lab
Sunday, May 18th at 1pm
Welcome to Little Bugs Learning Lab, where young explorers ages 6-12 dive into the wonderful world of gardening and nature!
Join us for a fun-filled adventure every month where learning and play go hand in hand! Activities will include hands-on demonstrations, engaging games, and a creative craft to take home! Bring your curiosity and get ready to discover the wild side of the natural world!
In our labs, kids will learn about the amazing insects that help our gardens thrive, explore plant and animal life cycles, and uncover the secrets of the ecosystem. Through interactive games, creative crafts, and outdoor exploration, children will develop a deeper appreciation for nature while cultivating their curiosity and teamwork skills.
The cost of this event is $15 per child and $12 for additional siblings. Parents are free to drop their kids off for the entire event. This children ages 6-12 only and we will issue an automatic refund for children under the required age. A ticket is required for each attending child.
Space is limited and reservations are required.
