North Central Florida Blues Festival
Saturday, September 19, 2026 · 3:00 PM EDT · Heartwood Soundstage · Gainesville, FL
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About this event
Blues festival performances take center stage during the inaugural North Central Florida Blues Festival, featuring a full day of live music from nationally recognized artists and Florida blues favorites. Presented by the North Central Florida Blues Society and Heartwood Soundstage, the event includes indoor and outdoor performances from Doug MacLeod, EG Kight, Sheba the Mississippi Queen & the Bluesmen, Doug Deming & the Jewel Tones, and more. Music begins at 3 p.m. and continues throughout the evening with a mix of touring acts and regional talent celebrating Gainesville and Alachua County’s longstanding connection to blues music.