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Upcoming Events
Celebrate fall on Florida’s Forgotten Coast with music, food, and unforgettable festivals.
Florida Scallop Music & Arts Festival
August 30–31, 2025
Location: George Gore Park, 168 Harborview Dr, Port St Joe, FL 32456
Enjoy the best arts & crafts vendors from the region, incredible food, and the BEST seafood on the coast!
Tickets available at GulfChamber.org
Music Line-Up
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12:10 PM – Corey Hall
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1:30 – 2:40 PM – Brett Wellman & The Stone Cold Blues Band
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3:00 – 4:20 PM – Pharaohs of Funk
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4:50 – 6:20 PM – Sauce Boss
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6:50 – 8:20 PM – EG Kight
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12:10 PM – The Curtis Williams Band
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2:40 – 3:50 PM – King Cotton Band
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4:30 – 6:00 PM – 911 Band
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6:30 – 8:00 PM – Blackcat Zydeco featuring Dwight Carrier
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Buy online here or at the gate
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One-day pass: $10
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Two-day pass: $20
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Kids under 12: FREE
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Students with ID: $5
Fins Up on the Forgotten Coast Music Festival
Join us for three days of beach vibes, live music, and laid-back island fun in honor of Jimmy Buffett. Enjoy music from 2 PM to 10 PM across multiple venues throughout Franklin County.
Festival Details
- Start: August 29 @ 8:00 AM
- End: August 31 @ 9:00 PM
- Theme: 3 Days of beach music in homage to Jimmy Buffett
Participating Venues
- Eastpoint Beer
- High Five Dive Bar
- Apalachicola Yacht Club
- FatDaddy’s Smokehouse & Grill
- Red Pirate Family Grill & Oyster Bar
- Mango Mike’s Sports Bar
- Carrabelle Crooked River Lighthouse
PorchFest Weekend
Downtown Apalachicola
Apalachicola’s grassroots community music festival, where front porches become stages and generosity rules the day. Porch Fest is a free, volunteer-run event that begins and ends at Battery Park.
2025 Charity: Aaron Meals – 100% of all donations go to food and clothing for those in need.
Gibson Inn is proud to be a High Note sponsor of Porch Fest 2025, celebrating the spirit of live music and local community. Join us for special food and beverage offerings throughout the day.
Follow Porch Fest on Facebook @PORCHFESTAPALACH
More Info: porchfestapalach.com
Blast on the Bay Songwriters’ Festival
Just a short drive from Apalachicola, this beloved songwriters’ festival brings top Nashville talent to the coast for intimate, live performances in laid-back local venues. Don’t miss four days of music, storytelling, and small-town charm.
Seafood Festival Weekend
62nd Annual Florida Seafood Festival
Location: Mouth of the Apalachicola River, Battery Park
Join tens of thousands of visitors at Florida’s Oldest Maritime Event celebrating local seafood, arts & crafts, music, and family fun under the shady oaks of Battery Park.
The Gibson Inn joins in the celebration with live music as well as food & beverage specials, all weekend.
Friday 10/31: Halloween-themed Festival-Eve events to be announced.
Contact Info
Email: info@floridaseafoodfestival.com
Phone: (850) 653-4720
Ready to Experience It All?
Plan your perfect fall getaway on Florida’s Forgotten Coast.