The Merritt Island Family Festival will host Hawaiian musician Landon McNamara and reggae band Inner Circle at the newly renovated Merritt Island Veterans Memorial Amphitheater on June 6-7, 2026.
The two-day community event combines live music, local food, and coastal culture on Florida's Space Coast.
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Festival Schedule and Headliners
According to the festival's official event description, the gathering serves as an expansive celebration of local talent, cuisine, and coastal traditions.
The venue gates will open from 5:00 PM to 10:00 PM on both evenings, with the main stage performances scheduled to begin at 7:00 PM.
Big wave surfing champion and singer-songwriter Landon McNamara headlines Saturday night, showcasing an island-inspired acoustic blend of reggae and rock.
Reggae band Inner Circle, known for their global hit songs "Bad Boys" and "Sweat (A La La La La Long)," will perform on Sunday evening to mark over five decades of musical history.
Activities and Attractions
Organizers have integrated several activity zones and local partnerships into the weekend schedule.
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These include a 20 percent gate admission discount for SpaceX employees who arrive wearing a company shirt.
The Brevard County Sheriff's Office will also participate by providing community exhibits and safety initiatives.
The event location at 555 Fortenberry Road highlights civic investment in public gathering spaces while honoring local military service.
The official event description emphasizes the community-oriented design of the program.
"The Merritt Island Family Festival is a celebration of our Island community, bringing together local artisans, delicious foods from a wide variety of talented culinary creators, arts and crafts and community vendors, with activities reflecting our waterways," stated the official event description.
According to reports from Space Coast Daily and official artist tour documentation, the festival's logistical framework has been expanded in its second year to accommodate larger crowds.
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The operational hours require reliable local vendor infrastructure and parking management to handle the projected attendance.
Festival attractions include a Food Village/Court Pavilion with restaurants from Space Coast, Merritt Island, beaches, and Cape Canaveral, each receiving 12 feet of frontage.
An Arts & Crafts Market will feature local vendors offering handmade jewelry, beach-inspired art, gourmet items, and unique gifts.
A Kids Zone will provide interactive games, creative crafts, inflatables, educational exhibits, and nature experiences.
Live demonstrations will include surf gear showcases, Brevard County Sheriff exhibits, and family-friendly activities.
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Fishing activities will offer waterfront angling opportunities reflecting Merritt Island’s fishing culture.
