Tampa Bay Blues Festival

Name: Tampa Bay Blues Festival
Start: 2026-04-09
Location: Vinoy Park, 701 Bayshore Dr NE

Apr

Date

9 Apr (Thursday)

Time

Thu, Apr 9 – Mon, Apr 13

Venue

Vinoy Park, 701 Bayshore Dr NE

St. Petersburg, FL, United States

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📝 Useful Information

The Tampa Bay Blues Festival will celebrate its 30th anniversary from April 10 to April 12, 2026, at Vinoy Waterfront Park in downtown St. Petersburg, Florida. This award-winning event features world-class blues music set against the scenic backdrop of Tampa Bay.

The festival features 15+ national blues acts over three days:

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Event Schedule & Location

2026 Artist Lineup

Tickets & Amenities

•Vinoy Waterfront Park

•Kickoff Party: Thursday, April 9, 2026, at 7:30 PM at the Palladium Theater (featuring GA-20 and Jackie Venson).

•Festival Dates: April 10–12, 2026.

•Location: Vinoy Waterfront Park, 701 Bayshore Dr. N.E., St. Petersburg, FL 33701.

•Hours: Friday & Saturday (12:30 PM – 10:00 PM); Sunday (1:00 PM – 10:00 PM).

•Admission: Single-day tickets and 3-day passes are available through the official Etix portal.

•VIP Experience: Includes front-stage seating, large shade tents, private air-conditioned restrooms, a complimentary meal, and open bars with beer and wine.

•On-site Offerings: Multiple food vendors (seafood, BBQ, Cuban cuisine), full liquor bars, and arts and crafts vendors.

•Charity Partner: Proceeds from the festival benefit the PARC Center for Disabilities.

Updated at 19 Mar 2026