Great South Bay Music Festival 2025
Looking for that perfect summer weekend on the water with great music, cold drinks, and easygoing vibes? The Great South Bay Music Festival in Patchogue, NY is Long Island’s longest-running music fest—and it’s got something for everyone. From alt-rock throwbacks to reggae grooves, jam bands, and smooth yacht rock, this four-day party by the bay blends big-name acts with a down-to-earth community feel.
What Is It?
The Great South Bay Music Festival is a four‑day, all‑ages celebration of music, arts, food, craft drinks, and family fun, held at Shorefront Park in Patchogue, Long Island. It’s been Long Island’s go‑to summer fest for 17 years now — a chill waterfront gathering where every day has its own musical vibe.
It runs from July 24 to July 27, 2025 at 99 Smith Street, Patchogue, NY.
Ticket options range from single‑day GA to VIP, Ultra‑VIP, two‑ and four‑day passes. Kids under ten get in free, and a percentage of ticket sales helps benefit Stony Brook Cancer Center, along with support for local charities via the “Storyville Tent”.
Day-by-Day Groove
Thursday, July 24 – Alt‑Rock Throwback
Kick off with a nostalgic wave featuring Long Island icons and early‑2000s faves:
- Taking Back Sunday
- Say Anything
- Gym Class Heroes
- Head Automatica
- Plus rising acts like Nonstop to Cairo and Flycatcher
Friday, July 25 – Reggae Beach Party
Expect sun‑soaked reggae vibes:
- Damian “Jr. Gong” & Stephen Marley
- The Elovaters, J Boog
- Local favorites Oogee Wawa, Project Vibe, Roots Foundation, and more.
Saturday, July 26 – Jam Day
A feast for jam‑band lovers:
- moe., Umphrey’s McGee
- Pigeons Playing Ping Pong, Eggy
- Many others like Kerry Kearney and Circus Mind.
Sunday, July 27 – Yacht Rock & ’80s Classics
Smooth, nostalgic tunes to close it out:
- Men at Work, Ambrosia
- Yacht Rock Revue
- ’80s synth pop vibes with Naked Eyes and Strangelove: The Depeche Mode Experience.
Why It Stands Out
- Multi‑genre flow: From emo‑pop to reggae, through improvisational jams and smooth yacht rock.
- Waterfront setting: Shorefront Park offers killer bay views, beachy vibes, and a relaxed festival layout.
- All‑ages friendly: Art installations, children’s performers, magicians, puppets—plus artisan crafts and lots of food/beverage stalls.
- Community vibe: A longstanding local tradition that’s managed to balance big-name acts with that intimate neighborhood feel.
The Great South Bay Music Festival is the ideal summer escape—part nostalgic throwback, part music marathon, all wrapped in chilled-out beachside ambiance. With something for everyone, it captures why music festivals are fun: shared moments under sun and stars, discovering new sounds, and returning each year with a smile.
Jump on tickets now, and I’ll see you in the crowd!
More…
- https://liveforlivemusic.com/news/great-south-bay-music-festival-2025-lineup/
- https://www.goinglocal.li/the-great-south-bay-music-festival-returns-for-its-17th-year
- https://www.reddit.com/r/jambands/comments/1lbma42/great_south_bay_music_festival/
- https://www.overherenewyork.com/grassroots-festival/