Centennial Park will once again become the heartbeat of downtown as the Fort Myers Seafood & Music Festival returns Jan. 30 through Feb. 1, celebrating its fifth year along the Caloosahatchee. <\/p>\n
Produced by Paragon Festivals in partnership with the Fort Myers River District Alliance, the three-day event invites the community to gather for a weekend of live music, freshly prepared cuisine, and relaxed waterfront fun \u2014 all with free general admission.<\/p>\n
Set in the city\u2019s historic downtown district, the festival unfolds Friday from 4 p.m. to 10 p.m., continues Saturday from 11 a.m. to 10 p.m., and wraps up Sunday from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m., offering a vibrant mix of daytime and evening experiences.<\/p>\n
Food takes center stage throughout the weekend, with chefs preparing an array of dishes fresh onsite, including seafood sourced from Florida\u2019s coastal waters, alongside meat and vegetarian options. Guests can round out their meals with flavorful sides, sweet desserts, and a variety of beverages, including alcoholic, non-alcoholic, and fruit drinks.<\/p>\n
Live music provides the soundtrack for the weekend, featuring performances by some of Florida\u2019s and the region\u2019s most dynamic musicians. <\/p>\n
The lineup includes:<\/p>\n
Friday, Jan. 30<\/p>\n
4:30 p.m. \u2013 6 p.m. \u2014 Rock Candy<\/p>\n
6:30 p.m. \u2013 8 p.m. \u2014 The Billy Rice Band<\/p>\n
8:30 p.m. \u2013 10 p.m. \u2014 Luna and the Warriors<\/p>\n
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Saturday, Jan. 31<\/p>\n
12:30 p.m. \u2013 2 p.m. \u2014 Trey Wanvig Band<\/p>\n
2:30 p.m. \u2013 4 p.m. \u2014 Jah Movement<\/p>\n
4:30 p.m. \u2013 6 p.m. \u2014 K-Luv & United Funk Foundation<\/p>\n
6:30 p.m. \u2013 8 p.m. \u2014 Deb & the Dynamics<\/p>\n
8:30 p.m. \u2013 10 p.m. \u2014 Soul Circus Cowboys<\/p>\n
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Sunday, Feb. 1<\/p>\n
12:30 p.m. \u2013 2 p.m. \u2014 Under8ed Band<\/p>\n
2:30 p.m. \u2013 4 p.m. \u2014 Gas House Gorillas<\/p>\n
4:30 p.m. \u2013 6 p.m. \u2014 Damon Fowler<\/p>\n
Between sets, festivalgoers can explore a curated marketplace of arts, crafts, gourmet items, and specialty products, offering a chance to shop local, discover unique finds, and enjoy the festival at an easy pace.<\/p>\n
Designed as a welcoming, walkable event in the heart of the city, the Fort Myers Seafood & Music Festival encourages attendees to slow down, reconnect, and enjoy the simple pleasures of great music, good food, and riverfront views. Leashed pets are welcome, making it easy for the entire household to take part.<\/p>\n
Event Details<\/p>\n
\u2022 Dates:\u00a0Jan. 30 \u2013 Feb. 1<\/p>\n
\u2022 Location:\u00a0Centennial Park, 2000 West First St., Fort Myers<\/a><\/p>\n \u2022 Admission:\u00a0Free<\/p>\n No outside food or beverages permitted. Bands and performance times are subject to change.<\/p>\n