CCIRC Arts & Entertainment Calendar for IRG – Arts, entertainment and fun in Vero Beach, Sebastian and Indian River County as compiled by the Cultural Council of Indian River County Sat. Nov. 14 to 21
Riverside Theatre offers The Loop, local musicians play The Loop Outdoor Stage on Thursdays, Fridays and Saturdays at 5:30 p.m. | Saturday, November 14, 20th Street Jazz Band (Jazz – Big Band) | Thursday, November 19, Rockin Rx (a band of local doctors and music pros – rock, funk and dance hits) | Friday, November 20, East Harbor Trio (Alternative-pop musical group) | Saturday, November 21, SteelHouse (Rock, punk, and pop)
Environmental Learning Center offers Nourish & Flourish Nov. 14, 10:00 a.m. Discover the art of transforming everyday fruits into beautiful edible centerpieces and decorative garnishes. Chef Stacy Maple will showcase carving techniques, creative designs, and presentation tips that can elevate any gathering or special occasion. Light tastings are included.
Vero Beach Art Club is host to the very first Fall Fine Arts Festival Nov. 14 & 15, 10:00 a.m. at the Intergenerational Center, 1590 9th St SW in Vero Beach. Plan to find art of all kinds, food trucks, kids tent and lots of fun. Wiggins field is to the left as you enter the IG Center. 50 artists from around the area have signed up to make it a great art event.
Sebastian River Art Club presents Fine Art & Paintings Show Nov. 14 10:00 a.m. at Riverview Park, US1 and Co Rd 512 in Sebastian. Discover original paintings & fine art, one-of-a-kind, handmade jewelry, pottery, woodwork, crochet, resin & so much more. Art Vendors, Food Vendors and Music.
Vero Beach Museum of Art offers Second Saturdays, Nov. 14. Free Admission the second Saturday of each month. Join us for Museum Studios from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Participate in Sketching in the Gallery from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m.
Ballet Vero Beach Presents: Interpretive Dance Series: A Retrospective Nov. 14 at 12:00 and 3:00 p.m. at the Vero Beach Museum of Art. Celebrating over ten years of innovative collaborations from our Interpretive Dance Series, and showcasing performances inspired by the Museum’s exhibitions. Tickets include admission to the galleries.
Environmental Learning Center offers Outdoor Explorers: Ages 6-9 Nov. 14 at 1:00 p.m. A nature-based program for children ages 6–9! Each session features a different theme with hands-on activities and opportunities to explore the natural world, discover local wildlife, and learn about the environment. Every session brings a new adventure!
Vero Beach Chamber of Commerce presents Sunset Saturday Night Concert Series, Nov. 14 at 5:00 p.m. Free public concerts on Ocean Drive in front of Humiston Park.
McKee Botanical Garden offers Wonders of McKee Garden Tours Nov. 17, 10:30 a.m. Weekly guided strolls where you’ll learn about the remarkable story behind McKee’s historic tropical oasis. Not intended for groups or school tours.
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 9th Street SW. The theme is Through Their Eyes, an Audubon Advocates Program. Photography by 5th Grade students from local schools. On view to Nov. 17.
Vero Beach Museum of Art offers Museum Stories at VBMA Nov. 18 at 9:30 a.m. Every Wednesday at the VBMA. A theme-based program for babies, toddlers, and their caregivers that includes reading books, singing songs, dancing, and creating art together. Located in the VBMA’s Art Zone. 9:30-10:30 a.m. (0-24 months) and 10:30-11:30 a.m. (2-4 years).
Vero Beach Museum of Art offers Art Talk the third Wednesday of each month. Nov. 18 at 12:00 p.m. Light Entanglement / Join VBMA docents in the galleries for an in-depth focus on select artworks from the collection and exhibition.
Vero Beach Museum of Art offers Cork, Canvas & Co. Nov. 19, 6:30 p.m. A professional instructor will guide and assist registered participants to create their artworks. Art materials are provided, and participants can bring their own beverages and snacks. No experience is necessary! BYOB and snacks, ticket required.
MusicWorks Concerts Present Go Now! The Music of the Moody Blues-The Tribute Nov. 19, 7:00p.m. at The Emerson Center. The band performs all the hits from the greatest classic rock band of a generation! Nights in White Satin, Tuesday Afternoon, Question, Forever Autumn are just a few of the hits performed in this brilliant production. Tickets required.
Environmental Learning Center presents Little Wonders Nov. 21, 10:00 & 11:30 a.m. A nature enrichment and early literacy program geared for children 2-5 years old accompanied by a caregiver (additional guests pay admission fee). Outdoor exposure benefits humans in so many ways, yet we do not spend enough time outside.
Environmental Learning Center hosts Family Paddle Pro Class Nov. 21, 1:30 p.m. Presented in partnership with the U.S. Coast Guard Auxiliary. This workshop covers essential paddling safety, equipment, and navigation tips for kayakers and paddleboarders of all experience levels. Bring the family and learn how to enjoy your next adventure on the water safely!
Vero Beach Museum of Art offers Hokusai, Hiroshige, Hasui: Japanese Landscapes in Print Exhibition Nov. 21–Feb. 7. Works by 19th-century Masters of the “Floating World”, Katsushika Hokusai (1760-1849) and Utagawa Hiroshige (1797-1858), alongside prints by Kawase Hasui (1883-1957), a key member of the shin hanga (“new prints”) movement.
Riverside Theatre presents My Vaudeville Man! To Nov. 22, times vary. A stirring two-person musical inspired by the true story of vaudeville performer Jack Donahue and his devoted mother, Mud—dazzling tap numbers, tender duets, and the enduring bond between parent and child.
Artists Guild Gallery presents Fine Art by Award-Winning Local Artists to Nov. 30. An ever-changing Fine Art Exhibit by Award-Winning Local Artists. 11:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. Tuesday thru Saturday and 5:00-8:00 p.m. for First Friday Gallery Stroll. Closed Thanksgiving Day.
Gallery 14 presents Coastal Rhythms: The Stencil Art of Horacio Lertora to Nov. 30. “I use Mylar and cut the stencils with a box cutter. This technique gives me the ability to make my lines cleaner and to merge images as I please as well as being able to throw up my art practically anywhere. Open Tues – Fri. 10:00 a.m.- 5:00 p.m. and Sat. 10:00 a.m.- 4:00 p.m.
The Cave Gallery of Art presents Floral Visions Months of Nov. & Dec. showcasing 8 talented artists. Florals depicted in a variety of mediums from pastel, watercolor, oil, acrylic, ink & pencil, collage, and photography. Hours: Wed.– Fri. 11:30 a.m. – 2:30 p.m. and by appointment or chance.
Art in Public Places Program sponsored by the Cultural Council of Indian River County is on exhibit at the Indian River County Courthouse, 2000 16th Avenue, Vero Beach. On view is The Butterfly Project, an exhibit between Community One Initiative and the Indian River School District to commemorate Remembrance of children lost in the holocaust.
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. The Nature of Things is the theme. Hallway gallery features works by Sheila McAvoy. Council Chamber gallery features works by Robin Woodward.
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: Old Florida” featuring works by Artist Members. Exhibit runs to January 21, 2027.
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. In the Spirit of Play is the theme. Featured Artist Members Judy Burgarella, Janet Grossarth, David Kurland, and John McAleer. On view to January 25, 2027.
Vero Beach Museum of Art presents Jill Nathanson: Chromatic Phrases in Schumann and Titelman galleries. This exhibition presents recent work by Jill Nathanson, whose abstract paintings are shaped through a deliberate process that balances spontaneity with a predetermined structure. Exhibit continues to Feb. 7, 2027.
McKee Botanical Garden exhibits Return of the Wild through Dec. 2027. Gillie & Marc’s globally recognized animal sculptures, set along McKee’s winding paths, beneath towering palms and ancient oaks, evoke the history of the Garden when animals once called the jungle home
