January on Florida’s Gulf Coast doesn’t get much better than this. The Coquina Beach Party Seafood & Music Festival returns January 23–25, 2026, transforming Coquina Beach into a three-day seaside celebration filled with fresh-cooked seafood, live music, and laid-back beach vibes. With free admission and a spectacular beachfront setting, the festival offers the perfect excuse to kick off the year with toes in the sand and a plate full of coastal flavor. The weekend begins Friday from 4:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m., continues Saturday from 11:00 a.m. to 10:00 p.m., and wraps up Sunday from 11:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m., giving festivalgoers plenty of time to soak up the sun, sample the food, and enjoy the music. Food is at the heart of the experience, with vendors preparing an array of seafood favorites onsite, from shrimp and crab to lobster, oysters, and other coastal classics. Guests can complement their meals with refreshing beverages, including tropical cocktails, cold beer, and non-alcoholic options, all enjoyed just steps from the shoreline. Live music provides the soundtrack all weekend long, with a rotating lineup of bands performing a mix of beach-inspired grooves, classic rock, island rhythms, and soulful sounds.