Parks
21 parks, playgrounds and dog parks in the city.
- Knecht Park0.5 mi from downtown
- Veterans Memorial Park1 mi from downtown
- Riviera Park3.5 mi from downtown
On a budget
Free things to do in Palm Bay
4 kinds of free outings in and around Palm Bay.
Good days out in Palm Bay don’t have to cost anything. These ideas come from the city’s parks, libraries, historic landmarks and nearby public lands. For free concerts, markets and festivals this week, see the free events calendar.
Libraries
Borrow books, movies and museum passes, and join free programs.
- Palm Bay Public Library1520 Port Malabar Blvd. Ne
- Franklin T. Degroodt Memorial Library6475 Minton Rd. Sw
Hiking
Trails on public land; some areas charge a parking or day-use fee.
- Pelican Island National Wildlife Refuge18 mi southeast
- Merritt Island National Wildlife Refuge43 mi north
- Canaveral National Seashore53 mi north
Wildlife viewing
Birding and nature watching on public land.
- Archie Carr National Wildlife Refuge12 mi southeast
- Pelican Island National Wildlife Refuge18 mi southeast
- Merritt Island National Wildlife Refuge43 mi north
Around town
Get a feel for the city
A WALK AROUND TOWN
Turkey Creek Video Tour
A recorded city visit shared by Palm Bay Florida. This is not a live camera or current conditions report.
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THINGS TO DO · YOUTUBE SHORT
McGriff Skate Park
An activity Short shared by Live Highway, Boat, Train, and Plane Spotting.
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What are free things to do in Palm Bay?
Parks, Libraries, Hiking, Wildlife viewing. City parks and libraries are free; some outdoor areas on federal land charge a parking or day-use fee, noted on each listing.
Are there free events in Palm Bay this weekend?
Check the free events calendar, updated daily from local organizations, libraries and the city.
Do I need a library card to use the library?
No card is needed to visit or attend most programs; a free card from the local library lets you borrow books, movies and often museum passes.