EVENTS
What's GOING on along the coast
August 2026 - March 2027
upcoming events
There is always something happening along Florida's Forgotten Coast. From live music overlooking St. Joseph Bay to one of Florida's most celebrated seafood festivals, plan your stay at The Blu around some of the area's favourite events.
Salt Air Farmers' Market
Spend a Saturday morning browsing the Salt Air Farmers' Market in Port St. Joe. Local farmers, makers and artisans gather with fresh produce, handmade goods, plants and more.
The market is held from 9:00 AM–1:00 PM ET and is dog friendly, making it an especially fun outing for guests traveling with their pups.
2026 Dates:
August 1 & 15
September 5 & 19
October 3 & 17
November 7 & 21
December 5 & 19
Forgotten Music Festival
Spend two days listening to live music overlooking beautiful St. Joseph Bay.
The Forgotten Music Festival returns to Port St. Joe with a mix of blues, blues rock, soul, funk and roots music. Set at waterfront George Core Park, the festival pairs live performances with the laid-back atmosphere of the Forgotten Coast. Bring your lawn chair and settle in for a weekend of music by the bay.
63rd Annual Florida Seafood Festival
Take a scenic drive along the Forgotten Coast to historic Apalachicola for one of Florida's longest-running maritime celebrations.
The Florida Seafood Festival brings thousands of visitors to Battery Park for two days celebrating Florida's coastal heritage and, of course, plenty of seafood.
Festival traditions include arts and crafts, live entertainment, the Blessing of the Fleet, a parade, the Redfish Run, oyster shucking and oyster eating contests, Blue Crab Races and more.
Forgotten Coast en Plein Air
Experience the beauty of the Forgotten Coast through the eyes of talented artists during this multi-day celebration of plein air painting.
Artists work outdoors throughout the region, capturing the beaches, bays, historic communities and natural landscapes that make this stretch of Florida so special.
Visitors have opportunities to watch artists at work and enjoy exhibitions and special events held throughout the festival.
Blues on Reid
Enjoy a spring day filled with live blues music in the heart of Port St. Joe.
Blues on Reid brings music and fun to downtown Port St. Joe and makes an easy addition to a March getaway at The Blu.
Make an event part of your getaway
Plan around it
Whether you are planning a weekend around live music, local art, fresh Florida seafood or simply looking for something fun to do while you are here, The Blu puts you within easy reach of some of the Forgotten Coast's favourite events.
Event dates and details are subject to change. Please confirm event information with the organiser before making plans.
