Joseph N. Davis Community Center

City of Melbourne Joseph N. Davis Community Center sign outside building

Joseph N. Davis Community Center is a multi-use facility with a reception room, full kitchen and gymnasium. This is a recreational facility hosting classes, athletics, and special events. The facility is also available for rentals.

Temporary Closure Begins January 12

Joseph N. Davis Community Center will be closed beginning January 12 for approximately four to six weeks. The center will be closed while the roof is being replaced. The roof was damaged during a strong thunderstorm in July 2025.

Seniors at Lunch and Bone Builders will be held at the Eddie Lee Taylor, Sr. Community Center during the closure.

Melbourne PAL Winter League Games will be relocated to Stone Middle School in Melbourne.

Basketball and Pickleball will not be available during the temporary closure. Please check out our other community centers for Pickleball and open gym basketball.

No facility rentals will be available.

We apologize for the inconvenience and appreciate your patience and understanding as we work to improve the center.

If you have any questions, please contact Melbourne Parks, Recreation and Golf at 321-608-7400.

Current Activities

Temporary Closure Begins January 12

Joseph N. Davis Community Center will be closed beginning January 12 for approximately four to six weeks. The center will be closed while the roof is being replaced. The roof was damaged during a strong thunderstorm in July 2025.

Seniors at Lunch and Bone Builders will be held at the Eddie Lee Taylor, Sr. Community Center during the closure.

Melbourne PAL Winter League Games will be relocated to Stone Middle School in Melbourne.

Basketball and Pickleball will not be available during the temporary closure. Please check out our other community centers for Pickleball and open gym basketball.

No facility rentals will be available.

We apologize for the inconvenience and appreciate your patience and understanding as we work to improve the center.

If you have any questions, please contact Melbourne Parks, Recreation and Golf at 321-608-7400.

Special Events

There are no special events currently scheduled at the Joseph N. Davis Community Center. 

Rental Information

Rental contracts and payment requirements must be completed:

  • Private Event: 14 days prior
  • Public Event: 30 days prior 

Multi-Purpose Room (2,000 sq. ft.) and Kitchen

  • Friday – Sunday, Full Day (9 a.m. - 12 a.m.): Resident $303, Non-Resident $364, Refundable Damage Deposit $100
  • Monday – Sunday, Three-Hour Block: Resident $106, Non-Resident $127, Refundable Damage Deposit $100

Gymnasium (10,000 sq. ft.)

  • Monday – Sunday, Full Day (9 a.m. - 12 a.m.): Resident $377, Non-Resident $452, Refundable Damage Deposit $300
  • Monday – Sunday, Three-Hour Block: Resident $139, Non-Resident $167, Refundable Damage Deposit $300

Refundable Damage Deposit

A refundable damage deposit is required for all rentals in advance of the reservation date. Refundable damage deposits may be picked up by the renter after 9 a.m. on the first working day following the event.

For availability, please contact Joseph N. Davis Community Center: E-mail joedaviscc@mlbfl.org or call 321-608-7460.

Please note that all reservations are on a first come first served basis and require an additional refundable damage deposit. Designated multipurpose rooms are available for rent and are officially reserved after all forms have been signed and approved by the Parks and Recreation Department. Please contact us at the Joseph N. Davis Community Center to schedule an appointment to book a reservation.

Refund/Transfer Policy

The participant must initiate all requests for refund/transfer of fees. Parks and Recreation will provide a “Request for Refund” form to individuals when they request a refund or transfer. Refunds take approximately three to four weeks to process. The form must be completed, signed, dated and returned to the Recreation Office at the Community Center where the class was located in accordance with the refund schedules:

  • Class/Athletic Fees/Summer Camp/Swim Lessons: Refund requests must be received in the Recreation office at least seven days before the starting date of the class or program. There will be a $5 per class/program administrative charge on all refunds.
  • Memberships/Passes/Daily Fees/Activities, and Special Events/Shows: No refunds.

Location

2547 Bruce D. Buggs Street, Melbourne, FL 32901  View Map