Punta Gorda Spring Seafood & Music Festival™

Outdoor food and fun await at the Annual Punta Gorda Seafood & Music Festival at Laishley Park in Punta Gorda from April 17th-19th, 2026. Join us for a weekend filled with delicious food, live music, and festive activities beginning Friday evening from 4pm-10pm, continuing Saturday from 11am-10pm, and finishing Sunday from 11am-6pm. The event is produced by Paragon Festivals. General admission is FREE!

This seafood and music festival is crafted like an outstanding meal, incorporating the finest ingredients. Choose from a variety of entrees including seafood, meat, and vegetarian options, all cooked fresh onsite. Complement your meal with an array of side dishes and scrumptious desserts. A selection of both alcoholic and non-alcoholic drinks will also be available.

Sit back and enjoy the captivating sounds of live musical performances on stage by some of Florida’s and the region’s top musical talents. The entertainment schedule will be posted as the festival date approaches. Previous performers included David Chastain Band, The Big Bad Wolves, Hurricane Shane Band, Undr8ed Band, 22N, YaYa Diamond & The Dream Chasers, Dead Set Florida, K-Luv & United Funk Foundation, Thunder Beach, Nigel Mack & The Blues Attack, and Memphis Lightning.

In addition to the music and food, explore a marketplace of arts and crafts, featuring items such as paintings, mixed-media, glasswork, gourmet food items, and specialty products. Enjoy shopping during the breaks between band performances!

NOTE: Bands and performance times are subject to change, so please check back periodically.

NOTE: Pets ARE allowed at the event!