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Fins Up on the Forgotten Coast.
Celebrating Jimmy Buffett Day
Nearly $27,000 was raised during the first ever, three-day,
Fins Up on the Forgotten Coast Music festival.
The event brought over 15 trop-rock artists playing at venues in the county.
The $26,688 donation raised will go to the Franklin County School
Music Program to help start up the marching band program to
purchase new uniforms and instruments.
Start planning for next year’s event on September 4th through 6th, 2026.
2025 Labor Day Weekend
FREE event benefiting Franklin County School Music Program. This music celebration for "Jimmy Buffett Day" brought musicians together from all over the US to play Jimmy's style of music. Over 15 artists and 7 venues participated. - Eastpoint Beer, Apalachicola Yacht Club, High Five Dive Bar, Red Pirate Family Grill and Oyster Bar, FatDaddy's Smokehouse & Grill, Crooked River Lighthouse, and Mango Mike's Sports Bar. Over 45 shows in 3 days!! Thank you for supporting the Franklin County School Music Program!













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