What are the times of the event?

Gates open for Florida Fin Fest on Friday, September 12th, 2025 at 5:00pm to 10:00pm, and Saturday, September 13th, 2025, at 12:00 pm to 10:00pm. The full schedule is TBA!

Where do I enter this event?

Fin Fest has a single point of entry located on 1st Avenue North, directly across from Cup of Joe and Surfer the Bar. All attendees must use this entrance to enter the event smoothly and securely.

Is re-entry allowed?

Yes, re-entry is allowed at Fin Fest.

Where does the event take place?

The event takes place at the Seawalk Pavilion and Latham Plaza in Jacksonville Beach, Florida on September 12th and 13th, 2025.

Is the event ticketed?

The event is free to attend, but there are beverage experience tickets, VIP and Premium VIP upgrade options available here

Where do I park?

There are a number of paid parking options around the city of Jacksonville Beach and free street parking. Parking is limited so we encourage ride sharing, cycling or walking whenever possible!

Is there event merchandise?

Yes, we have event and band merchandise available at the merch tent along 1st St within the event footprint.

Is the event rain or shine?

This event is RAIN OR SHINE. In the event of adverse weather, making the event impossible, every effort will be made to reschedule the event for a future date.

Will there be food and drinks available for purchase?

Yes! The event features 10 different food trucks and a variety of alcoholic and nonalcoholic beverages.

Is there an age limit/rule?

No, this is an all-ages event

What items are not allowed?

We will have a strict RESTRICTED ITEMS list. Please reference below:

  • NO TENTS, UMBRELLAS, OR TEMPORARY STRUCTURES OF ANY KIND

  • NO WEAPONS, KNIVES, OR FIREARMS OF ANY KIND (Including ANY ITEM THAT CAN BE USED AS A WEAPON)

  • NO NARCOTICS OR ILLEGAL SUBSTANCES WILL BE PERMITTED

  • NO OUTSIDE FOOD OR BEVERAGES

  • NO CHAIRS OF ANY KIND (BLANKETS AND TOWELS WILL BE PERMITTED)

  • ALL BAGS ARE SUBJECT TO SEARCH

Is there a bag check?

Please be aware that bag checks will be conducted at the entry point of Fin Fest. We encourage guests to bring only essential items and familiarize themselves with the prohibited items list to help speed up entry.

More Questions?

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