Florida Gourd Society, Inc.

The Florida Gourd Society invites the public to the FGS Gourd Arts Festival, a free, family-friendly celebration of art, creativity, and hands-on fun, held February 20–22, 2026 at the AZAN Shriners Center, 1591 W Eau Gallie Blvd., Melbourne, FL 32935. Admission and parking are completely free.

Visitors of all ages can explore handcrafted gourd art, shop for raw and finished gourds, browse art supplies, bid at a silent auction, and enjoy raffles filled with playful prizes like wine, chocolate, and gourd-themed treasures. Kids can create a free take-home craft, while adults can join short make-and-take projects or sign up for creative classes. Festival highlights include a friendly gourd art competition, a whimsical photo-hat station, the interactive Gourdtona 500 Race Track, and a donation-based white elephant table overflowing with art supplies.

Whether you’re an artist, a curious crafter, or just looking for something joyful to do together, the FGS Gourd Arts Festival offers three days of creativity, laughter, and community for everyone.

For details, to register for classes, or to volunteer, visit the Florida Gourd Society website (flgourdsoc.org).

Date Posted: January 23, 2026