Big Moon Events Are Coming, Don't Miss Them!

If you love stargazing or moonlit ocean views, get ready for a spectacular fall and winter season. From September through December, our skies will host four standout lunar events, perfect for watching under the starry skies of the Treasure Coast.

What's Happening & Why It Matters

September 7 - Blood Moon Eclipse
The Moon glows a moody red as it passes through Earth's shadow, pure magic in the sky.
October 7 - First Supermoon of 2025
Rising larger and brighter than usual, this Supermoon will look especially dramatic just above the horizon.
November 5 - Biggest Supermoon of the Year
This is the closest full Moon of 2025, up to 30% brighter and noticeably larger. Don't miss it.
December 4 - Final Supermoon of the Year
Wrap up the year with a crisp, wintery glow, perfect for cozying up under the stars.

Tip: Double-check moonrise times and the weather, cloud cover can alter the show. Typically, these moons rise just after sunset.

Best Local Spots for Moon Gazing

Here are the top public beach access points ideal for lunar viewing in Indian River County:

South Beach Park - Oceanfront access with restrooms and lifeguards.
Jaycee Park - Convenient parking, picnic pavilions, and family-friendly amenities.
Humiston Beach Park - Central location with playgrounds and restrooms.
Golden Sands Park - Spacious with ADA access, lifeguards, showers, and playgrounds.
Treasure Shores Park - ADA access, full facilities, and a quiet, scenic vibe.
Seagrape Trail Beach Access - Peaceful, less crowded, boardwalk entry to the beach.
Ambersands Beach Access - Quiet, protected area within the Archie Carr National Wildlife Refuge.
Round Island Beach Park - Offers ocean and lagoon views, plus restrooms and boardwalks.
Sebastian Inlet State Park - A short drive away, excellent elevation and restroom access.

Great Parks for a Unique Moon View

Prefer a riverside backdrop? These parks offer serene open skies and peaceful viewing:

Riverside Park - Calm riverfront with walking trails.
Royal Palm Pointe Park - Lagoon-side charm with palm trees and fountains.
Dale Wimbrow Park - Quiet benches on the river, perfect for moonlit reflection.
Donald McDonald Park & Campground - Wooded and serene for a more rustic vibe.
Joe Earman Island Park - Quiet and scenic with strong visual angles.
South County Regional & Kiwanis Hobart - Smaller parks, still peaceful under the stars.

Gear & Etiquette Tips

Bring a cozy blanket, beach chair, or even folding camping chair.
Pack binoculars or a basic zoom camera for epic looks.
Use a red flashlight to keep your night vision intact.
Respect local wildlife spaces, especially turtle nesting zones.
Turn off your screen and enjoy the moment, it's better live.

Share Your Moonlit Moments

Capture the glow, tag us with #VeroMoonWatch, and we might feature your photo in our next highlight post!

Let nature dazzle you, clear skies ahead.

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Stacy Cook is the founder of VeroVine.com and Vero Beach Foodie on Facebook, and a nationally recognized digital strategist and business development leader with over 20 years of experience driving innovation in web development, digital marketing, and online business growth. With a unique blend of entrepreneurial grit, technical fluency, marketing mastery, and community-first thinking, Stacy has launched and scaled successful ventures across a spectrum of industries—from SaaS and e-commerce to media, dating, and hyperlocal publishing.

Born and raised in Lexington, Kentucky, Stacy began programming in high school and never looked back. While earning his B.S. in Telecommunications at the University of Kentucky, he simultaneously worked as a Computer Lab Administrator for the MLK Microlabs and ran his own web development company. He then served as a New Media Developer at Mikrotek ISP, managed internet marketing for Host Communications/Total Sports and the NCAA, and was named Vice President of Development at iHigh.com, a VC-backed startup revolutionizing real-time sports stats for media and fans.

Stacy’s post-college venture, Edit-X, launched in Denver and quickly became one of the most advanced CMS/e-commerce hybrid platforms available. The software was a decade ahead of its time, and its success led to partnerships across Fortune 500 clients and some of the largest privately owned dating platforms in the world. Stacy’s ability to drive traffic, increase engagement, and build custom tech positioned him as a trusted consultant for large-scale digital enterprises.

After successful chapters in Kentucky, Denver, and Miami, Stacy chose Vero Beach as home in 2011, drawn to its creative energy, natural beauty, and family-friendly lifestyle. Since then, he has become a cornerstone of the local digital scene, founding Vero Vine, the largest community-driven event platform in Indian River County, and Vero Beach Foodie, a 46,000-member strong food and lifestyle community hailed as the largest of its kind on the East Coast.

He also serves as the co-author of the Optimizer Handbook, founder of Starling Support, and a veteran Google Ads strategist who has audited over $5 million in digital ad waste and overseen ad accounts spending over $1M/month and managing over $400M in ad spend life-time. His work has empowered hundreds of businesses, agencies, and startups to scale with clarity, confidence, and precision.

A father of three (Ava, Aden, and Myla), Stacy splits his time between digital strategy, community advocacy, and building new tools for local businesses to thrive online. Whether he’s optimizing ad performance, launching grassroots campaigns, or spotlighting hidden gems across the Treasure Coast, Stacy brings passion, integrity, and creative energy to everything he does.