Live bluegrass, good vibes, and big hearts on Mother's Day Weekend at Watersound.
May 9, 2026
15:00 – 20:00
75 Town Center Ave, Inlet Beach, FL 32461
<p>Dust off your lawn chairs and head to the Watersound Town Center Pavilion for DwightFest 2026, a toe-tapping, heart-warming string music celebration taking place Mother's Day Weekend. This beloved annual event honors the late local pottery artist Dwight Ward with an afternoon of extraordinary live music from 3 to 8 PM.</p><p>The headliner is none other than legendary bluegrass icon Sam Bush and The Sam Band, backed by a stellar lineup including fan favorites Dread Clampitt, the iconic duo Duke and TK Bardwell, a special reunion of the Waco Ramblers, and the high-energy Saunders Boyz. From soulful acoustic roots to foot-stomping bluegrass, DwightFest delivers a sound that feels like the Emerald Coast itself.</p><p>Beyond the music, DwightFest carries a beautiful purpose: all proceeds support local service workers and musicians facing financial hardship, making every ticket purchased an act of community kindness. Children 6 and under are admitted free, and the covered pavilion with ceiling fans keeps things comfortable for the whole family. Come for the music, stay for the feeling.</p>
Music lovers, families, and anyone who loves a feel-good outdoor gathering
Five hours of top-tier bluegrass and Americana with a lineup of regional and national acts, food, and community spirit in a shaded pavilion setting
Bring a low-back chair or blanket; the pavilion has shade and ceiling fans. Tickets on Eventbrite; children 6 and under are free.
Ticketed event; children 6 and under free. Check Eventbrite for current pricing.