8th Annual Forgotten Music Festival Returns to Port St. Joe in October 2026
Music lovers, mark your calendars for one of the most anticipated fall events on Florida’s Forgotten Coast. The 8th Annual Forgotten Music Festival returns to Port St. Joe on Saturday and Sunday, October 10–11, 2026, for two days of blues, soul, funk, blues rock, and American roots music overlooking beautiful St. Joseph Bay.
Held at George Core Park, the festival brings nationally recognized performers, regional favorites, residents, and visitors together for an unforgettable weekend of live music in one of Port St. Joe’s most scenic waterfront settings.
Two Days of Live Music on St. Joseph Bay
Forgotten Music Festival is more than a concert. It is a community-driven celebration combining powerful live performances with the welcoming atmosphere and natural beauty of Florida’s Forgotten Coast. The 2026 lineup offers everything from contemporary blues and Southern soul to blues rock, funk, rhythm and blues, and high-energy American roots music.
Festival gates and Will Call open at noon Eastern Time on both days, with performances beginning at 1:00 p.m. and continuing through 7:30 p.m.
Saturday, October 10 Performance Schedule
1:00–2:10 p.m. — Corey Hall & The Misplaced Ramblers
Gulf Coast singer-songwriter Corey Hall and The Misplaced Ramblers will open the weekend with an energetic mix of original music, traditional blues, and foot-stomping American roots sounds.
2:40–3:50 p.m. — Bridget Kelly Band
The North-Central Florida-based Bridget Kelly Band delivers a powerful blend of Texas and Memphis blues, classic rock, and original blues-rock music.
4:20–5:30 p.m. — Blue Mother Tupelo
Ricky and Micol Davis of Blue Mother Tupelo bring their distinctive combination of Southern soul, country blues, outlaw gospel, and tightly blended vocal harmonies to the festival stage.
6:00–7:30 p.m. — Selwyn Birchwood
Award-winning guitarist, lap steel player, and songwriter Selwyn Birchwood will close Saturday’s performances with his signature fusion of blues, funk, Southern soul, psychedelic rock, and R&B.
Sunday, October 11 Performance Schedule
1:00–2:10 p.m. — Finga FAYA
Fort Walton Beach’s Finga FAYA will begin Sunday with a lively mix of electric blues, New Orleans R&B, guitar-driven rock, and classic rock-and-roll influences.
2:40–3:50 p.m. — King Cotton Band
Formed in North Florida’s Red Hills region, King Cotton Band combines traditional blues with Southern rock boogie for an infectious sound and energetic live performance.
4:20–5:30 p.m. — Billy the Kid & The Regulators
This guitar-driven rhythm and blues band blends blues, rock, funk, expressive songwriting, and soulful vocals into a high-powered festival performance.
6:00–7:30 p.m. — Brandon Santini
Veteran performer Brandon Santini will close the 2026 festival with explosive harmonica playing, commanding vocals, and a modern blues sound shaped by Piedmont roots and years performing on Memphis’ Beale Street.
Festival Location and Parking
The festival will take place at:
George Core Park
162 Miss Zola’s Drive
Port St. Joe, Florida 32456
The park overlooks St. Joseph Bay and provides an ideal coastal setting for an outdoor music festival. Festival parking will be located on Fourth Street, west of Highway 98. Guests should follow the posted signs to the entrance gate and Will Call area.
Tickets and Admission Information
VIP, weekend, Saturday-only, and Sunday-only admission options are available through the festival’s official website. VIP and weekend passes must be purchased in advance and will not be available at the gate. Single-day passes are expected to be available on-site, subject to availability. Children younger than 12 receive free festival admission.
Tickets are not mailed. Guests who purchase admission online may pick up their wristbands at Will Call between noon and 7:00 p.m. Eastern Time on Saturday or Sunday. Guests should bring their purchase-confirmation email or identification. Ticket sales are final and nonrefundable.
What to Bring
General-admission guests are encouraged to bring a lawn chair or blanket. Standard-size backpacks measuring no more than 12 by 12 inches, umbrellas, sunscreen, strollers, binoculars, digital cameras, cellphones, and tablets are permitted. Re-entry is allowed with a valid admission wristband.
Food and beverages will be available for purchase inside the festival grounds. Outside food and drinks, glass containers, weapons, fireworks, drones, professional recording equipment, and bicycles are not permitted inside the gates. Complimentary bicycle parking will be available outside the festival entrance.
Well-behaved pets are allowed but must remain leashed at all times, and owners are responsible for cleaning up after them. The festival is scheduled to take place rain or shine, and performers and times may change without notice.
Plan Your Forgotten Coast Music Weekend
October is a wonderful time to visit Port St. Joe and explore the surrounding Forgotten Coast communities. Make a full weekend of the festival by enjoying local restaurants and shops, visiting nearby beaches, exploring St. Joseph Bay, or spending additional time in Cape San Blas, Indian Pass, Mexico Beach, or Apalachicola.
For tickets, festival announcements, lodging information, policies, and possible schedule updates, visit the official Forgotten Music Festival website.
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