Annual Music Festival in Patchogue, NY Returns for Four-Day Event
The Great South Bay Music Festival is set to return to Patchogue from July 24-27 for a four-day celebration of diverse musical genres and talented artists. Founded by Jim Faith, the festival aims to provide a unique experience for music lovers by focusing on a different genre each day of the event. Faith recognized the importance of offering a variety of music to appeal to a broad audience, stating that Long Island wouldn’t sustain a festival dedicated to a single genre for multiple days.
The festival, now in its 17th year, has evolved from Faith’s initial passion for music as a young musician playing gigs from the age of 11. After transitioning from performing to event production in his mid-30s, Faith began organizing small music events and eventually launched the Great South Bay Music Festival.
This year’s festival kicks off on Thursday with a lineup catering to a younger audience featuring music from the 1990s and 2000s, with performances by bands such as Taking Back Sunday and Gym Class Heroes. Friday’s program includes a “Rock-Reggae Beach Party” with renowned acts like Damian and Stephen Marley, sons of the legendary reggae icon Bob Marley. Saturday’s schedule promises lively performances by jam bands, while the festival culminates in a Yacht Rock Party on the final day headlined by Men at Work, Ambrosia, and Depeche Mode.
Each day of the festival offers a distinct musical experience, with performances scheduled from 4-10 p.m. on Thursday, extending until 11 p.m. on Friday, and featuring a day-long event starting at 1 p.m. on the weekend. Faith mentioned plans for next year’s festival already underway, indicating a commitment to continuing the tradition of providing a platform for diverse musical acts to showcase their talents.
For more information on the full lineup and ticket details, visitors can visit the Great South Bay Music Festival website. The festival promises an exciting and vibrant atmosphere for music enthusiasts to come together and celebrate a wide range of genres and artists. Subscribe to Patch newsletters and alerts for the latest updates on the event and other local news in the Patchogue area.