Island Strong Music Festival returning to Grand Isle

GRAND ISLE, La (WGNO) — The fourth annual Island Strong Music Festival is returning to Grand Isle July 17-19.

According to a news release, the festival will bring three days of live music, local food and community spirit at the Tarpon Rodeo Pavillion. There will be local and regional performers, Louisiana cuisine and a wide range of arts, crafts and vendor booths.

“Island Strong is more than just a music festival, it’s a celebration of Grand Isle’s strength, culture, and community spirit,” said Grand Isle Mayor David Camardelle. “Every note played and every dollar raised helps us rebuild, support local projects, and keep our island strong for generations to come. We invite everyone to come down, enjoy great music, and be part of something meaningful.”

The festival began in the aftermath of Hurricane Ida. The festival aims to celebrate the resilience and unity of Grand Isle.

Here’s the lineup for the festival:

• Thursday, July 17 (Gates open at 4:30 p.m.)
  • 5:00–7:30 p.m. – 3rd Street
  • 8:00–11:00 p.m. – Danny Jr. & Shinesoul

• Friday, July 18 (Gates open at 11:00 a.m.)
  • 11:30 a.m.–1:00 p.m. – Roger Dowdy
  • 1:30–3:30 p.m. – Ross Grisham & Friends
  • 4:00–6:00 p.m. – Swampland Revival
  • 6:30–8:30 p.m. – Caleb Lapeyrouse & The Drivers
  • 9:00–11:30 p.m. – Peyton Falgout Band

• Saturday, July 19 (Gates open at 11:00 a.m.)
  • 11:30 a.m.–1:00 p.m. – Nonc Nu & Da Wild Matous
  • 1:30–2:45 p.m. – Ben Ragsdale
  • 3:15–4:45 p.m. – Aaron Foret Band
  • 5:15–6:45 p.m. – JP Bourgeois Band
  • 6:45–7:45 p.m. – Auction
  • 7:45–9:30 p.m. – Shorts in December
  • 9:45–11:30 p.m. – Clay Cormier & The Highway Boys

Admission is $10 on Thursday, $20 on Friday and Saturday and $45 for a weekend bracelet. Kids 12 and under can enter for free.

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