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About Lori Wilson Park At Cocoa Beach
Located at 1500 N Atlantic Ave, Cocoa Beach, FL 32931, Lori Wilson Park is a 32.43-acre regional beach park operated by Brevard County Parks & Recreation. The park blends coastal landscapes with maritime hammock, a 3,155-foot nature boardwalk, and multiple facilities ideal for outdoor events, family gatherings, and community activities. Whether you’re planning a small gathering or a larger festival, Lori Wilson Park offers flexible space with rentable pavilions and open park grounds.
Notable events hosted here include Thunder on Cocoa Beach, a high-energy powerboat race, and the Cocoa Beach Air Show, drawing visitors from across the region. The venue has not undergone demotion or renaming, and a 2024-25 hotel-exclusive proposal near the park was withdrawn, preserving the park’s community-focused use.
For a smooth visit, we’ve got you covered with practical details on seating, parking, transportation, and nearby accommodations and dining options to help you secure your event plans with ease.
Seating is flexible at Lori Wilson Park. There is no formal seating chart; event spaces are provided by park grounds and rentable pavilions. You can reserve the Kelly Slater East or West Pavilions for hosted events, while open grounds accommodate additional guest areas. Parking includes 274 spaces for cars and RVs across the north and south sides of the park, with no reserved spots—arrive early for best access. Transit options include the Cocoa Beach Trolley and Space Coast Area Transit fixed routes with nearby stops along A1A and N Atlantic Ave. Explore the adjacent shoreline and boardwalk for a scenic backdrop for your event, and coordinate with local services for on-site amenities.
Nearby hotels and dining are convenient for guests and attendees. Popular lodging options include Hilton Cocoa Beach Oceanfront, Hilton Garden Inn Cocoa Beach Oceanfront, Westgate Cocoa Beach Resort, La Quinta Inn & Suites Cocoa Beach Oceanfront, and Beachside Hotel & Suites Cocoa Beach. For dining, you’ll find oceanfront eateries and casual spots within a short ride or stroll, with many offering affiliate-friendly booking options for visitors of Lori Wilson Park. We’re happy to connect you with trusted partners to secure accommodations and meals that fit your event schedule and budget.
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Seating, Parking & Venue Information
- Location/address: 1500 N Atlantic Ave, Cocoa Beach, FL 32931, operated by Brevard County Parks & Recreation.
- Venue type: regional beach park (32.43 acres) with maritime hammock, boardwalk, and multiple facilities.
- Facilities: 3 pavilions (Kelly Slater East & West, Nature Pavilion), 2 medium north-side pavilions, restrooms, outdoor showers, 6 dune crossovers, and a 3,155-foot nature boardwalk.
- Parking: 274 parking spaces for cars and RVs; parking on north and south sides; parking cannot be reserved.
- Seating/chart: no formal seating chart; event space is provided by park grounds and rentable pavilions (reserve Slater East/West).
- Transit: served by Cocoa Beach Trolley and Space Coast Area Transit fixed routes; nearby stops exist along A1A/N Atlantic Ave.
- Nearby hotels: Hilton Cocoa Beach Oceanfront, Hilton Garden Inn Cocoa Beach Oceanfront, Westgate Cocoa Beach Resort, La Quinta Inn & Suites Cocoa Beach Oceanfront, Beachside Hotel & Suites Cocoa Beach, among others.
- Notable events hosted: Thunder on Cocoa Beach (P1 powerboat racing) and Cocoa Beach Air Show.
- Renamed/demolished: no demolition or renaming of Lori Wilson Park; a 2024-25 hotel exclusive-use proposal near the park was withdrawn.