ST. PETERSBURG, Fla., Oct. 25, 2026 —
Tampa Bay's waterfront is about to get a soundtrack. Florida Fin Fest is set for Friday, Nov. 13, through Sunday, Nov. 15, at the St. Pete Pier, according to the Pier's official event listing. The festival takes place at Spa Beach, 600 2nd Ave. NE in St. Petersburg.
More than a concert
The Pier describes Fin Fest as a purpose-driven event dedicated to ocean conservation and education. Alongside the music, there are hands-on learning experiences and a Speaker Series, plus a lineup of local food vendors.
The listing says the festival has a history of hosting Grammy-nominated artists like Moon Taxi, John Oates and Flipturn. The Pier's listing does not name this year's lineup, and it notes that artist, venue and schedule are subject to change without notice, so check the festival's app before you go.
When things are open
According to the Pier's event page:
| Day | Education Village | Concert Area |
|---|---|---|
| Fri., Nov. 13 | Noon-10 p.m. | 2-10 p.m. |
| Sat., Nov. 14 | Noon-10 p.m. | 2-10 p.m. |
| Sun., Nov. 15 | Noon-9 p.m. | Not listed |
The festival organizer's own FAQ lists slightly different Sunday hours: gates open noon to 8:30 p.m. on Sunday, Nov. 15. It also says Friday and Saturday are fully ticketed, and Sunday is a free-to-enter family fun day.
Good to know before you go
- Kids. The event is all ages, and children 12 and younger are free with a paid guardian.
- Weather. It's a rain or shine event.
- Tickets. The listing says all sales are final, with no refunds or exchanges, and artist cancellations are not grounds for a refund. Premium and VIP ticket holders are allowed one re-entry per day.
- App. Organizers offer an FL Fin Fest mobile app for iOS and Android with event details.
Make a day of it
The Education Village opens at noon each day, two hours before the music starts, which leaves time for younger fans to learn about the Gulf before the bands take the stage. Pack sunscreen, a refillable water bottle and a hat. November afternoons on the bay can still be bright.
Ticket prices aren't listed on the Pier's page. For tickets and questions, the listing directs fans to support@rteam.net.
Going to Fin Fest? Send your photos to editor@launchpaddigitalfl.com.
Sources
- The St. Pete Pier, "Fin Fest" event listing: https://stpetepier.org/event/fin-fest/
- Florida Fin Fest, "FAQs" (St. Petersburg): https://flfinfest.com/st-petersburg/faqs
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