Tortuga Music Festival on Fort Lauderdale beach on Friday, April 10, 2026. The festival goes through April 12th. (Carline Jean/South Florida Sun Sentinel)The Tortuga Music Festival returned to the sands of Fort Lauderdale Beach Park on Friday, drawing thousands of fans for the three-day celebration of music and ocean conservation. The opening day of the 2026 festival featured a diverse lineup across three stages, including performances by Lukas Nelson, Elizabeth Nichols, and Adam McInnis of the band Sons of Legion. This photo gallery captures the sun-soaked energy of Day 1 and the early-afternoon sets on the beach.
