The Great South Bay Music Festival, Long Island’s Music Fest, is thrilled to announce that they are back and bigger than ever for the 2025 season. The four-day music and arts festival, presented by Voodoo Ranger, returns to the newly revamped and picturesque waterfront at Shorefront Park in Patchogue Village, from Thursday, July 24 – Sunday, July 27.

The first round of headliners have been announced for 2025, including Taking Back Sunday, Men at Work, Damian “Jr. Gong” & Stephen Marley, Naked Eyes, Say Anything, Gym Class Heroes, Head Automatica, The Elovaters, J Boog, moe., Umphrey’s McGee, Pigeons Playing Ping Pong, Eggy, Yacht Rock Revue, Ambrosia, and Strangelove: The Depeche Mode Experience, with many more to be announced. Tickets are available to purchase now at www.greatsouthbaymusicfestival.com.

The iconic multi-genre festival is known for presenting a diverse variety of musical acts over the course of four days, with an eclectic lineup of headline artists performing alongside cutting-edge rising stars. This year, the festival will feature a diverse array of performances from Yacht Rock of the ‘80s to the alternative rock of the early aughts, classic and contemporary reggae-rock, to the freeform journeys of the jam world, catering to several generations and tastes of true music lovers.

To celebrate the momentous occasion of their 17th anniversary, the festival will feature 55 performers on three stages, in classic and contemporary rock, jam, pop punk, alternative rock, new wave, synth and electronic pop, ska, reggae, and funk genres. The festival is sponsored by Voodoo Ranger and boasts multiple beer, wine, and adult beverage tents, an artisan and craft market, and a sumptuous food court offering a diverse gourmet menu of delicious and healthy fare. They will also welcome a pop-up from Happy Days Dispensary, New York State’s highest-rated recreational cannabis dispensary.

The festival will kick off on Thursday, July 24, with a throwback night of alternative rock anthems on the bay, with some of the best bands of the 2000s including Taking Back Sunday, Say Anything, Gym Class Heroes, and Head Automatica. From Taking Back Sunday’s emotional anthems to Say Anything’s quirky charm, to Gym Class Heroes’ blend of hip-hop and pop-punk and Head Automatica’s synth-driven alt-rock, this night promises a wild ride through your favorite tracks. (8 performers on 2 stages.)

Friday’s annual Rock-Reggae Beach Party continues with reggae royalty Damian “Jr. Gong” & Stephen Marley, the smooth sounds of J Boog, and the soulful ska vibes of Oogee Wawa (our local favorites!). Plus, The Elovaters will set the tone with their uplifting, reggae-infused beats that’ll have you swaying to the rhythm. This beach party is the perfect mix of rock, reggae, and ska, bringing a taste of the islands to the East Coast. (12 performers on 3 stages.)

Saturday is always Jam Day, and continuing the legacy of this iconic music are headliners including the legendary moe., the genre-defying Umphrey’s McGee, the funky, high-energy Pigeons Playing Ping Pong, and the groove-heavy Eggy. Whether you’re into seamless jams that flow effortlessly from one song to the next, experimental riffs that push the boundaries, or just want to vibe out to some seriously talented musicians, this lineup has something for everyone. (17 performers on 3 stages.)

Set sail on Sunday for the ultimate Yacht Rock experience at the ’80s Beach Party hosted by the legendary WLIR & SiriusXM DJ Larry “The Duck” Dunn. The day will feature headliners such as Men at Work, delivering classics like “Who Can It Be Now?” and “Down Under,” and Naked Eyes will have you dancing to “Promises, Promises” and “Always Something There to Remind Me,” while Yacht Rock hitmakers Ambrosia play timeless hits like “You’re the Only Woman” and “Biggest Part of Me.” Plus, the popular Yacht Rock Revue will bring smooth, polished hits from the golden era of ’70s-’80s rock, with special guests Strangelove: The Depeche Mode Experience, who will take you on a synth-driven journey through the band’s discography. Grab your shades and sail into a Sunday full of smooth tunes and unforgettable ’80s nostalgia. (15 performers on 3 stages.)

For the kids:
On Saturday and Sunday, Great South Bay will again present a full schedule of fun, educational children’s performers in the worlds of magic, music, puppetry, costume characters, and more. Visiting performers on the KidZone Stage include Getting Zen with Erin, Funky Town Playground Band, Puppetry with Kiddle Karoo & her Kool Krew, Songs by Lena, Rockin’ Ron the Friendly Pirate, fest favorite Cheryl the Stiltwalker, and more to come.

Emerging Local Artists:
Supporting and presenting original emerging artists has always been part of our mission at GSB. For 2025, the festival is pleased to present over 27 talented original artists that we are excited to give stage time and lay on our music-loving attendees. Some talented original artists to keep on your radar this year include Robinson Treacher, Chris Ruben Band, Gamblers, Escaper, Nikki Silva, Imposters, Azwel, Nonstop to Cairo, and more.

Philanthropy:
Great South Bay is a proud part of our LI community and is committed to doing all we can to support our less fortunate Long Island brothers and sisters. Great South Bay will continue to donate a percentage from every ticket sold to the GSB-Stony Brook Cancer Center Fund. To date, the fest has raised well over a quarter of a million dollars for the cancer center. We will again donate booth spaces in our “Storyville Tent” to local organizations looking to raise awareness and funds for battered women, the homeless, pet rescue, and voter registration.

Ticketing:
Various ticketing levels and packages are available including: GA, VIP, Ultra VIP, 2-Day, and 4-Day options. Please check the website for package benefits and prices. Ticket price includes all concerts and entertainment. Food and beverages not included. Children under 10 are free.

Festival Times:
Thursday 7/24: Doors: 3:30 PM, fest goes till 10 PM
Friday 7/25: Doors at 4:00 PM, fest goes till 11 PM
Saturday 7/26: Doors at 1:00 PM, fest goes till 11 PM
Sunday 7/27: Doors at 2:00 PM, fest goes till 10 PM

Shorefront Park is located just a few miles south of LIE, Exit 63S… straight to the magnificent Great South Bay.
By Train: LIRR to Patchogue Train Station, less than a mile from the fest.

Past performers at Great South Bay Music Fest:
B.B. King, The Doobie Brothers, Phil Lesh & Friends, The Tedeschi Trucks Band, 311, Taking Back Sunday, Gov’t Mule, Rebelution, Umphrey’s McGee, Third Eye Blind, The Zombies, Front Bottoms, Joe Bonamassa, Colbie Caillat, Hot Tuna, Joe Russo’s Almost Dead, YES feat. Jon Anderson, Justin Hayward, Graham Nash, DSO, Sublime w/ Rome, New Found Glory, Circa Survive, Disco Biscuits, Dirty Heads, Odetta, John Bonham, Mighty Mighty Bosstones, Dickey Betts Band, Slightly Stoopid, Blues Traveler, Los Lobos, Grouplove, Manchester Orchestra, and many more…