2026 Forgotten Music Festival in Port St. Joe, Florida

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…

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2026 Florida Scallop Festival in Beacon Hill, Florida

2026 Florida Scallop Music & Arts Festival Moves to Beacon Hill

Mark your calendar for one of Gulf County’s favorite Labor Day weekend traditions! The 2026 Florida Scallop Music & Arts Festival is scheduled for Saturday and Sunday, September 5–6, 2026, at a beautiful new waterfront location—Gulf County Veterans Memorial Park at Beacon Hill in Port St. Joe, Florida.

With live entertainment, local art, food and coastal fun overlooking the Gulf, this two-day festival is the perfect opportunity to gather your family and friends, support the community and enjoy a memorable weekend along Florida’s Forgotten Coast.

2026 Florida Scallop Festival Details

Dates: September 5–6, 2026
Location: Gulf County Veterans Memorial Park at Beacon Hill
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2026 4th of July Events on Florida’s Forgotten Coast

2026 4th of July Events on Florida’s Forgotten Coast

America is turning 250, and there is no better place to celebrate than along Florida’s Forgotten Coast. From waterfront fireworks and golf cart parades to live music, local shopping, farmers markets, family fun, and beach-town traditions, the 2026 Fourth of July weekend is packed with patriotic events across Gulf County and Franklin County.

Whether you are staying in Port St. Joe, Mexico Beach, WindMark Beach, Wewahitchka, Apalachicola, Carrabelle, Eastpoint, or St. George Island, here is your timeline of local 4th of July celebrations.

Wednesday, July 1 — Eastpoint Freedom Festival

Kick off the holiday week bayside at the Eastpoint Freedom Festival. The celebration begins at the …

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February 2026 Newsletter

Discover the Port City Trail in Port St. Joe

Watch the Port City Trail Video

One of the true hidden gems of Port St. Joe is the Port City Trail — a scenic pathway designed for walking, biking, and enjoying the natural beauty of the area.

Whether you're a full-time resident or dreaming of relocating to the Forgotten Coast, the trail showcases the lifestyle that draws so many people here: peaceful surroundings, beautiful landscapes, and easy access to everything that makes Port St. Joe special.

Perfect for:

✔ Morning walks
✔ Bike rides
✔ Staying active
✔ Exploring Port St. Joe
✔ Enjoying coastal nature

This is coastal living beyond the beach — and one more reason people love calling Port St. Joe home. 

February Along Florida’s Forgotten…

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Florida Red Tide Awareness: Public Presentation Series Coming to Eastpoint & Port St. Joe

Florida Red Tide Awareness: Public Presentation Series Coming to Eastpoint & Port St. Joe

Florida’s coastal lifestyle is one-of-a-kind — but along with the beauty of the Gulf, it’s important for residents, visitors, and homeowners to stay informed about environmental factors that impact our waterways. One of the most common topics along the coast is red tide — and fortunately, the state of Florida is taking major steps forward in research, mitigation, and community education.

If you live in or around Port St. Joe, Apalachicola, Mexico Beach, Cape San Blas, Indian Pass, or the surrounding Gulf Coast communities, you’ll soon have an opportunity to learn directly from experts through the Florida Red Tide Mitigation & Technology Development…

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December 2025 Monthly Newsletter

Merry Christmas from Florida’s Forgotten Coast! 

There’s nothing quite like the holidays along Florida’s Forgotten Coast — where sugar-white sands meet sparkling lights, Gulf breezes mingle with peppermint mochas, and every sunset feels like its own Christmas painting across the water.

From St. George Island to Cape San Blas, Port St. Joe, St. Joe Beach, and Mexico Beach, our communities shine a little brighter this time of year. Whether you’re strolling Reid Avenue under twinkling storefronts, gathering seashells with family, or enjoying a peaceful winter sunset over St. Joseph Bay, this season reminds us how magical coastal living truly is.

As we wrap up another year, we are grateful for every neighbor, visitor, client, partner, and friend who…

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Where Holiday Magic Meets Coastal Living: December on the Forgotten Coast

Where Holiday Magic Meets Coastal Living: December on the Forgotten Coast

When December arrives on Florida’s Forgotten Coast, something magical happens. The shoreline sparkles with lights, golf carts become holiday floats, and coastal towns from St. George Island to Port St. Joe, Mexico Beach, Eastpoint, Carrabelle, and Wewahitchka come alive with community spirit.

Whether you're a homeowner, visitor, or future buyer dreaming of Gulf Coast living, December showcases everything that makes this region warm, welcoming, and wonderfully unique.

Watch the featured video for a full look at this month's events.

December Happenings Along the Forgotten Coast

Holiday Events That Make the Coast Shine

Festival of Trees – Now through Dec 13

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Forgotten Coast Halloween Happenings 2025: Spooky Fun for the Whole Family

Forgotten Coast Halloween Happenings 2025: Spooky Fun for the Whole Family

Spooky season is here — and the Forgotten Coast is ready to celebrate! From haunted trails and hayrides to trunk-or-treats, dog parades, and costume contests, Gulf County is packed with frightful fun and family-friendly festivities. Whether you’re local to Port St. Joe, Wewahitchka, or Mexico Beach, there’s something happening this Halloween weekend for everyone to enjoy.

Haunted Trails, Trunk-or-Treats & Festivals

Get ready for ghosts, goblins, and plenty of candy as communities across the Forgotten Coast come alive with Halloween spirit!

Oct 23 – 25 | WHS Haunted Trail & Hayride – Wewahitchka

482 Gary Rowell Rd | $10 Trail | $5 Hayride
Presented by WHS Project…

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Blast on The Bay Songwriter Festival 2025

Blast on the Bay Songwriter Festival 2025: A Celebration of Music in Port St. Joe

Every October, Port St. Joe transforms into a stage for some of the best singer-songwriters in the country. The 15th Annual Blast on the Bay Songwriter Festival, happening October 16–19, 2025, brings talent, storytelling, and unforgettable performances to Florida’s Forgotten Coast. Whether you’re a music enthusiast, a local resident, or a first-time visitor, this festival offers an intimate glimpse into the craft of songwriting.

Experience the Heart of Songwriting

Unlike large, impersonal concerts, Blast on the Bay offers an up-close and personal experience. Performances are hosted at small venues and local favorites throughout Gulf County, including George…

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The Great Monarch Migration Comes to Port St. Joe

The Great Monarch Migration Comes to Port St. Joe 

A 3,000-Mile Journey of Beauty and Survival

Every fall, the Monarch butterfly makes one of the most remarkable migrations in the natural world—traveling more than 3,000 miles south from the United States and Canada to Mexico. These small yet mighty creatures depend on safe havens along the way, and right here on Florida’s Forgotten Coast, we have an incredible opportunity to play a role in their journey.

This October, the Port St. Joe Garden Club is inviting the community to learn more about this amazing phenomenon and discover practical ways to support pollinators in our own backyards.

Event Details: Learn, Connect, and Take Action

Thursday, October 16th
5–7 PM Eastern Time…

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