CCIRC Arts & Entertainment Calendar for IRGuardian

Arts, entertainment and fun in Vero Beach, Sebastian and Indian River County as compiled by the Cultural Council of Indian River County Mar. 14 to 21

Riverside Theatre offers Live in the Loop Local musicians play the Loop Outdoor Stage on Thursday, Friday and Saturday, 5:30 p.m.) | Saturday, March 14, String Daddy (Strings-covering rock) | Thursday, March 19, Pippin & Willin’ (Acoustic Multigenre singer songwriter) | Friday, March 20, Juke Chapel Duo (Acoustic Clapton, blues-rock) | Saturday, March 21, Mr Motwn

Vero Beach Art Club continues its 75th Anniversary of their prestigious Under the Oaks Fine Arts & Crafts Festival, March 14 and 15, Sat. from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. and Sun. from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. The show is a beloved tradition held each March in beautiful Riverside Park.

Vero Beach Museum of Art offers Second Saturday on Mar. 14, 10 a.m. to 1:00 p.m.   Admission is free every second Saturday of the month. Second Saturdays features a variety of cultural offerings, including the widely popular Museums Studios for families.  Activities vary each month.

Riverside Theatre offers Playtime in the Park on March 14 and 21, 11:00 a.m. A FREE program for the community’s youngest audience members, it includes dance and theatre offerings from their education programs on the Theatre’s Loop Stage. Ideal for kids 2-5, entertaining for parents and the whole family, too!

Treasure Coast Jazz Society presents James Suggs Quartet with Jazz Standards Mar. 14 at 11:30 a.m. at the Oak Harbor Club. Someone new for the Jazz crowd…Join today and support the annual Scholarship fund.

Vero Beach Chamber of Commerce hosts the monthly Sunset Saturday Concert on Ocean Dr. Mar. 14 at 5:00 p.m. Starting in Nov and ending in May. Non profit of the month and the Indian River Antique Auto Club each month. Southern Eagle provides beer and wine for sale. Located by Humiston Park.

Treasure Coast Chorale presents “Ain’t No Mountain High Enough” – A Salute to Motown March 15 at 4:00 p.m. Motown Records, founded in 1959 promoted such artists as Diana Ross & the Supremes, Smokey Robinson & the Miracles, Marvin Gaye, The Temptations, and Stevie Wonder. “Stop in the Name of Love” and attend the concert to enjoy many of the top-selling Motown songs that significantly shaped modern music genres. At First Baptist Church. 

The Cave Gallery of Art presents Dream Gardens – Xaque Gruber & Marilyn Petrosa Duo exhibition showcasing an array of works to Mar. 14. Introspections – Artwork by Barry Shapiro exhibiting March 18- April 15.

Vero Heritage Center hosts Audrey’s Feed & Tack Barn Dance Mon., Mar. 16 at 6:00 p.m. Come learn easy American folk dancing, with lessons in contra, square, & line dancing for all ages. Music by Sandy Feet Bluegrass Pickers. Fee. 

The Community Church of Vero Beach welcomes Academy of St Martin in the Fields Mar. 16 at 7:30 p.m. brings Joshua Bell, Director and Violin Soloist. PROGRAM: Camille Saint-Saëns: Violin Concerto No. 3 in B Minor, Op. 61, Robert Schumann: Symphony No. 1 in Bb Major, Op. 38 “Spring”

Laura (Riding) Jackson Foundation offers Historic House Tours Tuesday 1-5 p.m. Mar. 17 (Each Tues. to the end of April 2026).  See how the noted poet and author lived in her “cracker” architecture-styled house during a docent led tour at the Indian River State College Mueller Campus in Vero Beach.

Unity Spiritual Center of Vero Beach presents The OM Circle Tues. Mar. 17 at 7:00 p.m. Held every Tuesday for an evening of live Inspirational Music, Kirtan, Chanting, Crystal Bowl Meditation, & Dancing. Come together in community for soulful expression, healing, and upliftment. Experience the power of sacred sound and heartfelt connection.

The Emerson Center E-Series presents Michael J. Tougias on the Blizzard of ’78 Survival Story Mar. 17 at 7:00 p.m. Tougias narrates a slide presentation of his book Ten Hours Until Dawn. He uses slides, maps, and historic photos to guide the audience through the storm and the boats’ movements along the Massachusetts coast.

Vero Beach Museum of Art education staff and docents offers an Art Talk “The American Landscape” on Mar. 18 at 12:00 p.m.  An in-depth focus on select artworks from special exhibitions and the permanent collection. Registration required.

Environmental Learning Center offers Wild Wednesdays Mar. 18 at 3:00 p.m. Join at the F.U.N. Zone Nature Playscape (Families Unplugged in Nature). Designed with homeschool families in mind, this is a chance for kids and parents to unplug, connect with others, and enjoy all the outdoor spaces the ELC has to offer.

Vero Heritage Center presents its monthly Bluegrass Concert Mar. 18 at 6:30 p.m. A different Blue Grass band every month until May for your delight. March’s concert features the band Mountain Highway, nationally known ensemble that will regale you with bluegrass, country, and gospel along with tight three-party harmony.  Free admission.

Environmental Learning Center offers a Beginners’ Bird Walk around the Environmental Learning Center on Mar. 19 and each third Thursday of the month) from 8:00 a.m. to 9:30 a.m., registration required.

The Community Church of Vero Beach hosts Lenten Poetry & Music Series Mar. 19 (each Thurs. in Lent) at 11:00 a.m. Nationally recognized, published, and talented poets present the spoken word in collaboration with local musical talent. Elevate your Lenten journey with the spoken word and music in Grace Chapel. Donation suggested.

MusicWorks Concerts presents Commotion, Creedence Clearwater Revival Tribute Thurs. March 19 at 7:00 p.m. Prepare to step into a virtual time machine and journey back to the glory days of the late 60s and early 70s with Commotion. Get ready to experience the unforgettable hits and legendary sound of CCR, as Commotion takes you on a musical voyage that will leave you awe-inspired and craving for more!  Held at the Emerson Center. 

Pelican Island Conservation Society offers the 123rd Pelican Island National Wildlife Refuge Anniversary Celebration Mar 20-22. The celebration begins the evening of Friday, March 20th with a meet-and-greet with President Roosevelt at the Tiki Bar & Grill in Sebastian. President Roosevelt will join PICS throughout the weekend at the Refuge, along with other environmental and history groups. Info & tickets: http://www.FirstRefuge.org/anniversary

Ballet Vero Beach presents Composer’s Notebook: David Homan Mar 20 & 21 at 7:30pm and Mar 21 at 2:00 p.m. Homan has had a long history with BVB, and this exceptional program will feature Ariel Grossman’s sweeping Ori (a BVB signature), the main stage return of the company’s iconic reimagined Firebird, and a world premiere by Artistic Director Adam Schnell: Ribbons. Held at the Vero Beach High School Performing Arts Center. 

Environmental Learning Center offers Little Wonders on March 21 at 10:00 & 11:30 a.m. An engaging outdoor nature enrichment and early literacy program for children 18 months to 4 years old. Participate in Interactive Story Time, Outdoor Mud Kitchen, Pond Exploration, and Nature Crafts.

AAUW Vero Beach offers Finding Better Ways to Manage Difficult Conversations Sat., Mar. 21 at 11:30 a.m. The Speaker is Dr. Langford, currently a Project Manager with the Environmental Protection Agency in Washington, DC, and a 21-year Navy/Naval Reserve veteran. She holds a master’s degree from Pfeiffer University and a doctorate from the University of Phoenix. Held at the Westminster Presbyterian Church. Ticketed. Go to AAUWverobeach.org

MusicWorks Concerts presents FJ-Tribute to Foreigner and Journey Sat., Mar 21 at 7:00 p.m. Almost any music fan who came of age in the 1980s will cite Foreigner and Journey as bands that sound tracked their young life, bands that are forever lodged in their mind and helped define the “magic era” of classic rock. This is the #1 Tribute Show to these two legendary stadium rock bands.  Held at the Emerson Center. 

Riverside Theatre presents Jesus Christ Superstar through Mar. 22, times vary.  Based on the Gospels of Matthew, Mark, Luke and John, the play follows the last week of Jesus’ life and explores the personal relationships and struggles among Jesus, his disciples, his followers, and the Roman Empire. Told through song, the iconic 1970’s rock score was the first musical by Tim Rice and Andrew Lloyd Webber to be produced for the professional stage.

Gallery 14 presents Kaleidoscope: Dramatic Paintings by Ellen Kaiden. Ellen creates watercolors that have an architectural but vitreous quality. The exhibit will run through Friday March 27, 2026.

Center for Spiritual Care presents Timothy Sanchez. His New Works Exhibition will be showing at the Center through March 30.

Artists Guild Gallery presents Exhibit for March Guest Artist John Streeter.  John’s fabulous pastels are known for their depth and color. His florals and landscapes are favorites among his collectors. On display throughout the month of March. 

Art in Public Places Program sponsored by the Cultural Council of Indian River County is on exhibit in the Indian River County Administration Buildings A and B. “Fun In The Sun” is the theme. This Artist Member Exhibit includes Grace Cormier, Tony Caruso, Stuart Duvall and Janet Grossarth. On view to April 20.

Art in Public Places Program sponsored by the Cultural Council of Indian River County is on Exhibit at Vero Beach City Hall, 1053 20th Place until April 23. In Presence is the theme. Hallway gallery features works by Merana Cadorette. Council Chambers gallery features works by Tony Caruso and Richard Gillmor.

Art in Public Places Program sponsored by the Cultural Council of Indian River County exhibit at the Indian River County Courthouse, 2000 16^th Avenue, Vero Beach. Solo exhibit by Merana Cadorette “Travels In Watercolor” On view through May 11.

Art in Public Places Program sponsored by the Cultural Council of Indian River County is on exhibit at Indian River County Intergenerational Recreation Center, 1590 9^th Street SW. Emerging Artists Program presents “Through Their Eyes” exhibit of photography by Audubon Advocates’ after school program. On view through May 18.

Art in Public Places Program sponsored by the Cultural Council of Indian River County in conjunction with Mandy and Ray Hooker invite you to a viewing at Indian River Distillery. Exhibit Theme: “Stories By The Still” featuring Gloria Allen, Tony Caruso, and Robin Woodward. On view through May 28.

Vero Beach Museum of Art celebrates our Nation’s 250^th year with American Made: Paintings and Sculpture from the DeMell Jacobsen Collection to June 7. This is an exhibition of more than 80 works by renowned American artists, including Benjamin West, Sarah Miriam Peale, Edward Moran, John Singer Sargent, Mary Cassatt, Robert Henri, and Charles Alston. The exhibit spans 250 years, with an emphasis on the 19th and 20th centuries.