Moving to the Treasure Coast? Lots Going on in the First Quarter!
New to the Treasure Coast? Considering a move to the region? At White Glove Moving, Storage & Delivery, interstate agent with Bekins, we enjoy being a trusted resource for folks moving into and around the area. With so many days full of sunshine and with lots of events to attend, there is always something to do and fun people to meet.
Here are a few of the events we are having the pleasure to help sponsor.
The Environmental Learning Center (ELC) is excited to present Lagoonapalooza 2026, a free Nature and Music Festival celebrating the beauty, biodiversity, and importance of the Indian River Lagoon. The event takes place on Saturday, January 24, 2026, from 10 AM to 5 PM at ELC’s scenic 64-acre lagoon-island campus in Vero Beach.
Designed as a fun and educational community gathering for all ages, Lagoonapalooza brings together live music, hands-on environmental experiences, and local partners for a full day of exploration and entertainment.
Pavilion Stage:
- 10:15 – 11:15 AM: Murphy Dogs
- 11:45 AM – 2:15 PM: Gary Roland & The Landsharks Band
- 2:30 – 5:00 PM: HOT PINK
What to Expect:
• Dozens of eco-activities and interactive games with environmental partners
• Live music and guest speakers throughout the day
• Dip netting in the pond for kids to explore aquatic life
• Touch tanks and aquariums
• Food vendors and refreshments
• Art galleries and eco-friendly crafts
• Miles of boardwalk nature trails and a nature-inspired playscape
Quick pontoon and canoe trips will also be available, offering visitors a closer look at the Indian River Lagoon from the water.
Admission: Lagoonapalooza is a FREE community event, made possible through the generous support of sponsors and partners.
Thank You to the Sponsors:
The Environmental Learning Center extends sincere thanks to this year’s Lagoonapalooza sponsors for making the event possible, with special recognition to Alex MacWilliam Real Estate, our Eco Harmony Sponsor. Additional support is generously provided by GHO Homes, Cox Pinson Environmental, Vero Glass & Mirror, White Glove Moving, Storage & Delivery, and Au Pair in America. Sponsorship opportunities and vendor participation are still available.
About the Environmental Learning Center
The Environmental Learning Center is a 64-acre lagoon-island nature center dedicated to educating, inspiring, and empowering people of all ages to become active stewards of the environment and their own well-being.
For more information about Lagoonapalooza 2026, visit www.DiscoverELC.org or call 772-589-5050.
Gardenfest:
Gardenfest 24th YEAR!
Sat, Feb 7 2026
9 AM – 5 PM
Sun, Feb 8 2026
9 AM – 4 PM
At the lovely Riverside Park
3260 Riverside Park Drive, Vero Beach, FL 32963
Gardenfest! is always a huge success thanks to all our amazing volunteers, top notch vendors, and all of you who attended! Natures finest marketplace is held at Vero Beach’s Riverside Park, and is one of the largest free and family friendly garden shows in Florida.
Visitors come from far and wide to stroll under the oaks and enjoy the amazing vendors, food, children’s crafts,and raffle prizes. Many visitors arrive with wagon in tow and fill them with garden treasures.
This annual event is hosted by the Garden Club of Indian River County and celebrates everything garden. Over twenty years have been spent scouring the south to bring together the highest quality vendors of plants and garden accessories.
Gardenfest! vendors prepare their displays with great skill and care to show gardeners the latest trends in plant materials and design. They are pleased to offer Florida natives, unusual tropicals, and unique plant specimens, as well as plants, planters, pottery, fountains, furniture, lighting, statuary, and other garden accessories. Plants for sale include palms, ferns, orchids, bromeliads, succulents, bamboo, fruit trees, bonsai, roses and many flowering plants.
Proceeds from Gardenfest! help fund the club’s local scholarships and community outreach programs. Community outreach programs are aimed at enhancing, preserving, and beautifying the landscape of Indian River County.
Garden enthusiasts of all levels look forward to experiencing Vero’s premier annual gardening event Gardenfest! Rain or Shine!
Artsfest:
Save the date for 2026!
February 7 & 8, 2026
Saturday 10AM-6PM | Sunday 10AM-4PM
Memorial Park and along East Ocean Boulevard, downtown Stuart
A hometown celebration arts and culture, the 2-day event provides the area with exceptional fine art and fine craft exhibitors, culinary arts, hands-on activities for the family, and a variety of live musical and theatrical performances. Since its inception in 1988, ArtsFest has grown to become one of the most cherished and well-attended community events on the Treasure Coast. This year there will be a new version of Chopped, a scavenger hunt, wine experience, live entertainment and more!
