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10th Suwannee Roots Revival set for Oct. 8-11, 2026

Amelia DayAsydequest Victoria Cardona
From the good folks at Suwannee Roots Revival:
The 10th Suwannee Roots Revival is excited to announce lineup additions for this fall’s festival including Amelia Day, The Resolvers, Victoria Cardona, Asydequest, Two Foot Level, Suns of Stars, Yet To Be Gold, The Jack Shealy Band and Firewater Tent Revival! 
They are joining a fabulous lineup which includes Trampled by Turtles, Sam Bush, Leftover Salmon, Peter Rowan, Donna the Buffalo, Jim Lauderdale, Shadowgrass, Eddie 9V, Shinyribs, The Lee Boys with Roosevelt Collier, Armchair Boogie, Verlon Thompson, Jon Stickley Trio, The Grass Is Dead, Mosier Brothers Band, Holy Roller, Nikki Talley Band, Quartermoon, and Sloppy Joe. 
Suwannee Roots Revival takes place Thursday, Oct. 8, through Sunday, Oct. 11, at the renowned Spirit of the Suwannee Music Park (SOSMP) in Live Oak, Florida. Fostering the longtime tradition of hosting some of the most prominent names in American roots music and beyond, this four-day family-friendly music festival includes camping, music workshops, kids’ activities, arts & crafts, and daily yoga. 
Nestled in 800 acres of gorgeous Spanish moss-draped oak and cypress trees along the Suwannee River in northern Florida, Suwannee Roots Revival celebrates community-based fun, growing friendships, laughing families, and the joy you get from making memories with friends old and new.
Festival Director Beth Judy says, ”When it comes to music festivals with camping onsite, our venue, Spirit of the Suwannee Music Park, is the very best. Combine that with our Suwannee Roots Revival’s rich history of amazing festivals that have created an open, loving community of people from all walks of life and ages. Add to that this compelling and exciting lineup and you’ve got the blueprint for an incredible musical adventure filled with fun, laughter and friends. I highly suggest making plans to be there if you have not already. You’ve never had such a good time!”
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Front Porch Fest 17 set for Sept. 3-6 annouces final lineup


Front Porch Fest is a family-friendly music festival held in Patrick County, Virginia, featuring local, regional and national touring acts.

Labor Day weekend 2026 marks the 17th annual Front Porch Fest. This event is held on the Front Porch of the Blue Ridge Mountains in Patrick County, Virginia, and will take place Sept. 3-6 at Spirithaven Farm.

Front Porch Fest is a four-day family-friendly music festival held in Stuart, Virginia, featuring local, regional, and national touring acts. In addition to 30+ bands, Front Porch Fest features an array of children’s activities, yoga, campsite jams, on-site camping, delicious craft brews and foods, and more!

No charge for children 12 years and under, though children are required to have a ticket. Please add one free child ticket onto your order per little one.

For volunteer, vending, and sponsorship opportunities, visit www.frontporchfest.com.

Front Porch Fest is produced by One Family Productions, a nonprofit organization working to support community enrichment and growth. Proceeds from this event are donated to local charities such as the Patrick County Food Bank and Caring Hearts Free Clinic of Patrick County and others.

One Family Productions also produces events held at the Historic Star Theatre in Stuart, the Patrick County Christmas Parade, First Friday Summer Jam Series, Spooktacular and is a co-producer of Bushels & Barrels Local Food, Beer and Wine festival. Learn more at http://www.onefamilyproductions.org.Learn more about the festival voted and get tickets at