What’s Happening | Events, Live Music & Local Fun

Looking for live music, local events, seafood spots, and fun things to do during your stay on Cape San Blas or in Port St. Joe?

Florida’s Forgotten Coast is full of laid-back coastal experiences — from waterfront concerts and oyster bars to annual festivals, local markets, and sunset hangouts. Whether you’re visiting for a weekend or spending the entire season at the Cape, this page is your guide to what’s happening nearby.

We’ll keep this page updated with live music schedules, local events, festivals, and favorite spots our guests love along the Forgotten Coast.

One of Port St. Joe’s favorite spots for casual seafood, drinks, and live music. Known for its laid-back atmosphere, outdoor seating, and regular local musicians, this is a great stop after a beach day or sunset walk.

Check their Facebook page for weekly live music, schedules, and events.

KrazyFish Website

KrazyFish Facebook

A longtime Cape San Blas favorite for frozen drinks, seafood, casual lunches, and live music nights. Located right near the Cape, it’s a popular stop for vacationers looking for a relaxed atmosphere after a day on the water.

Follow their social pages for current music schedules and seasonal events.

Haughty Heron Website 

Haughty Heron Facebook

A local seafood favorite overlooking St. Joe Bay known for oysters, Gulf seafood, and waterfront dining. Hunt’s regularly hosts local music and community gatherings, making it a fun stop for visitors wanting an authentic Forgotten Coast experience.

Hunt’s Oyster Bar Facebook

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One of Cape San Blas’s favorite spots for live music, sunset drinks, and gathering with friends after a day on the water. Overlooking St. Joseph Bay, Scallop RePUBlic regularly hosts local musicians, acoustic sets, and seasonal performances throughout the week in a laid-back outdoor atmosphere.

Known for its rotating Florida craft beers, waterfront views, and relaxed Cape vibe, it’s become a go-to evening destination for both locals and visitors staying on the Forgotten Coast.

Whether you’re stopping by after the beach or looking for live music under the stars, this is one of the best places on the Cape to experience the local music scene.

Scallop RePUBlic Website

Scallop RePUBlic Facebook

Located in the heart of downtown Port St. Joe, The Brick Wall Sports Bar & Grille is a lively local hangout known for casual food, sports, drinks, and regular live music events.

From weekend performances and community gatherings to game-day crowds and late-night entertainment, The Brick Wall brings energy to downtown Port St. Joe while still keeping the relaxed atmosphere the Forgotten Coast is known for.

It’s a great stop for visitors wanting to experience local nightlife, enjoy live music, or spend an evening exploring Reid Avenue after a beach day on Cape San Blas.

The Brick Wall Website

The Brick Wall Facebook

An iconic Forgotten Coast destination, Indian Pass Raw Bar is known for its old-Florida atmosphere, fresh oysters, steamed seafood, and laid-back waterfront charm.

While it’s not primarily a live music venue, it’s one of the area’s most beloved local experiences and often hosts casual gatherings, seasonal events, and occasional live music performances. Visitors love the relaxed outdoor seating, self-serve drinks, and authentic coastal feel that has made it a longtime favorite along the Forgotten Coast.

If you’re exploring beyond Cape San Blas and Port St. Joe, this is one of the most unique and memorable stops in the area.

Indian Pass Raw Bar Website

Indian Pass Raw Bar Facebook

Forgotten Music Festival

The Forgotten Music Festival is one of Port St. Joe’s most popular annual events, bringing nationally touring Americana, folk, blues, and regional artists to Florida’s Forgotten Coast each spring.

Hosted near the waterfront in downtown Port St. Joe, the festival combines live music, local food, coastal charm, and a relaxed community atmosphere that perfectly reflects the spirit of the Forgotten Coast.

Scallop Music & Arts Festival

The Scallop Music & Arts Festival celebrates the culture, seafood, music, and creativity of Florida’s Gulf Coast.

This seasonal event features live music performances, local art vendors, fresh seafood, family activities, and coastal artists from around the region. It’s one of the best opportunities for visitors to experience the local culture and community spirit of Port St. Joe and Cape San Blas.

Florida Seafood Festival

Held annually in nearby Apalachicola, the Florida Seafood Festival is one of the oldest and most well-known festivals on the Gulf Coast.

The festival features fresh local seafood, oyster shucking contests, parades, live music, arts and crafts vendors, and family-friendly events that attract visitors from across the Southeast each year.

For guests staying on Cape San Blas or in Port St. Joe, it’s an easy and memorable day trip during festival season.

Gulf County Events Calendar

Looking for what’s happening during your stay on the Forgotten Coast?

Visitors can explore upcoming festivals, live music, fishing tournaments, holiday celebrations, local markets, and community events through the official Gulf County events calendar.

Whether you’re visiting for a weekend getaway or an extended beach vacation, checking the local events calendar is one of the best ways to experience the community, culture, and coastal lifestyle of Cape San Blas and Port St. Joe.

Visit Gulf Events Calendar