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Merritt Island
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News, events, and dining in Merritt Island
Right now in Merritt Island
Quick local signals for beach plans, events, launches, food, and water time.
Scavenger Hunt
TBD · Sams House Education Center
Starlink Group 12-8 from nearby
Cocoa Beach Pier is one of the easiest social launch-view spots on this side of the county.
Hola! Cuban Kitchen
Mexican/Latin in Merritt Island
Merritt Island fishing + water access
Check nearby fishing spots, conditions, and water-focused planning before you go.
Use Merritt Island right now
Merritt Island has a unique position in Brevard because it blends residential areas, launch proximity, and some of the county’s strongest wildlife and water access. It often serves as a bridge between everyday local life and the more destination-driven parts of the Space Coast.
Merritt Island News
Featured stories and useful local reads for Merritt Island right now.
Merritt Island Events
Featured events and local plans coming up in and around Merritt Island.
Eat & Drink in Merritt Island
The strongest food and drink picks we have in Merritt Island right now.
Hola! Cuban Kitchen
Merritt Island
Authentic ropa vieja, palomilla steak, and seafood paella. Bringing much-needed Cuban flavors to the island. Opened 2025.
Balibar Wines & Grinds
Merritt Island
Bali-inspired setting serving coffee mornings and wine/small plates/cheese boards evenings. Unique dual concept. Opened 2025.
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