Blast on The Bay

October 15-18th, 2026 in Port St. Joe and Surrounding Areas

Up Close.

Unplugged.

Unforgettable.

For four unforgettable days, hit songwriters and rising artists from Nashville and beyond take over intimate venues along Florida’s Forgotten Coast. Hear the songs you already know, discover new favorites, and experience the stories, laughs, and moments behind the music — straight from the people who wrote it.

Featured Performers

Alex Rohan

Born and raised in Springfield Massachusetts, independent artist and songwriter Alex Rohan has always had a passion for music. Growing up with a family full of musicians, Alex had an interest early on....

Allison Clarke

Based out of Nashville, Tennessee, Allison Clarke is a singer-songwriter whose soulful vocals and authentic lyrics have carved a distinct niche in the realm of Contemporary Country and Americana. In 2023, Allison won...

Ava Paige

For several years now, even the most experienced songwriters in Nashville have been both astonished and thankful they were put in a room with country music artist Ava Paige. Paige is simply not...

Barry Hutchens

Barry Hutchens is a singer/songwriter from Stuart, VA. He began playing music at six years old and grew up playing bluegrass, country, and gospel music. When he was a teenager, he toured with...

More Than the Music

Blast on the Bay is the perfect excuse to spend a few days on Florida’s Forgotten Coast. Come for the songs, then take some time to explore everything our area has to offer — beautiful beaches, fresh Gulf seafood, local shops, laid-back waterfront spots, outdoor adventures, and the small-town charm that makes this stretch of Florida so special.

Make a weekend of it, discover a new favorite place, and experience the Forgotten Coast while you’re here for the music.

Best Value

All Show Access

General Admission

$35

Party at George Core Park
Access to all Venue Shows
Indian Pass Raw Bar Show

VIP Admission

$125

VIP Welcome Party
Party at George Core Park
Access to all Venue Shows
VIP Seating at Venues
Indian Pass Raw Bar Show

For Two Guests

Super VIP

Super VIP for Two

$500

VIP Welcome Party
Party at George Core Park
Access to all Venue Shows
VIP Seating at Venues
Indian Pass Raw Bar Show
Two Festival Tee-Shirts
One Framed, Signed Poster

FOUR DAYS. A LOT OF SONGS. ONE HELLUVA WEEKEND.

October 15–18, 2026
40+ Songwriters • Multiple Venues • Florida’s Forgotten Coast

See who’s playing. Pick your rounds. Grab your tickets. We’ll see you on the coast.