Live Oak, FL

Suwannee Spring Reunion

ConfirmedMar 18 to 21, 2027
Camping, car$160 to $285 ppBluegrassFolkJam
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Dates
Mar 18 to 21, 2027
Status
Confirmed
Venue
Spirit of the Suwannee Music Park
Price
$160 to $285
Camping
Available
Last checked
Nov 10, 2026

Suwannee Spring Reunion returns to Live Oak, FL, Mar 18 to 21, 2027. Froligo tracks current ticket prices, camping, attendee feedback and travel details.

The experience

What's special

Suwannee Spring Reunion is a four-day bluegrass, Americana and roots festival at Spirit of the Suwannee Music Park in Live Oak, Florida, scheduled for March 18 to 21, 2027. It revives the park's long-running spring gathering of string-band music, with hosts Randy and Beth Judy partnering with the park. Music runs on several stages, including the tree-lined amphitheater, alongside workshops, a kids tent, daily yoga, a vending village and late-night picking parties at the campground stages. The 2027 lineup is still to come; the organizer has posted only its 2026 poster so far.

How it works

A weekend ticket covers music from Thursday to Sunday and primitive camping for four nights; tiered advance prices rise toward the gate. Single-day tickets, sold only at the gate, include neither camping nor parking. A car pass is required for the campground, upgraded and reserved sites cost extra, and cabins are booked through the park office. Yoga runs at 9 am Friday to Sunday. Pets, golf carts and drugs are restricted, and all sales are final with no refunds.

Who it suits

It suits bluegrass and roots fans who want to camp on site and join the jamming, and families, since children 12 and under are free with a parent and there is a kids tent. Players of all levels can try the workshops. Pets are not allowed in the venue, and the park is a zero drug tolerance venue.

What people love

Attendee and press accounts praise the setting and the music. A 2023 visitor who brought his five-year-old and a group of families called the festival one that exceeded his expectations, singling out world-class musicians jamming informally, an organized campground and a family-friendly mood. A 2019 reviewer described a wooded riverside venue, hands-on instrument workshops, nightly campground jams and a loving, returning crowd.

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Listen

No official playlist linked yet. Find Suwannee Spring Reunion on Spotify.

Lineup

See the lineup on the organizer’s site.

Getting there

How do I get to Suwannee Spring Reunion?

Spirit of the Suwannee Music Park sits in rural North Florida just north of Live Oak, between Tallahassee and Jacksonville, and the usual way in is by car. From Interstate 10, take exit 283 and head north on US 129; from Interstate 75, take exit 451 and go south, watching for the park's signs. Flights into Jacksonville or Gainesville leave a long rural drive, so a rental car or a ride is part of the plan. The options below cover the airports and ground routes.

Nearest airport GNV.

By car

The nearest major airport is GNV, and from there it is a straightforward drive to the venue. Check current road and traffic conditions before you set off, and see parking below.

By train

No direct passenger rail to the venue was found. Drive, fly in, or use a shuttle instead.

By bus & public transit

No scheduled intercity bus or public transit route to the venue was found. Drive, fly in, or use a shuttle instead.

Taxi & rideshare
Uber / Lyft (both airports). Murphy's Taxi at GNV~1h-1h30m from GNV; ~1h30m-1h45m from JAX (~93mi) · Not officially published for either route

Uber and Lyft operate normally at both GNV (designated curbside pickup, departure level) and JAX (Lower Arrival Curb, Poles 1-2). No official festival shuttle exists for this smaller event (unlike Hulaween's third-party JAX shuttle), rideshare/taxi or a rental car are the only motorised options confirmed for a fly-in attendee.

Book / info

Taxis and rideshare such as Uber and Lyft can be limited near the venue, especially late at night or in rural areas. Agree a pickup point and time in advance and keep a backup plan.

🅿 Parking

On site parking available. Cost The official tickets page lists a flat 'Parking at Gate: $10 (entire event)' fee for non-camping day parking, separate from the Car Pass ($15 advance/$20 gate. Vehicles must stay within designated areas or are towed at the owner's expense; max 10mph park-wide. ADA/handicap spaces reserved for state-issued credentials only.

🚙 Car hire

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On site parking is available; if you are hiring a car it is worth checking the cost and how early it fills.

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Where

Venue

The venue has its own page with capacity, accessibility and parking.

Camping & Accommodation

Where do most people stay?

Camping is the heart of the weekend and most people do it: late-night picking runs at the campground stages, returning regulars decorate their sites, and some of the performers camp right among the crowd. Primitive sites are open on a first-come basis under the park's oaks and beside the river, with washhouses scattered through the grounds. Upgraded RV sites and cabins exist for anyone who wants more comfort, and the motels in Live Oak are the fallback for those who skip camping, a drive from the gate. The options below cover each choice.

Is there camping at Suwannee Spring Reunion?

Yes, on site camping is available.

Facilities

~ Toilets✓ ATMs / cash✓ Food
Camping site types 3
Car / tent

Primitive tent/car camping is included with weekend admission tickets.

RV

Primitive RV Pass: $50 advance / $60 gate. This is a primitive/dry RV pass, not a powered-hookup site. Reserved upgraded sites/camping upgrades with RV hookups are mentioned as bookable, per secondary festival-listing sources.

4WD / primitive

Tent camping is included with weekend admission; 'you can camp with friends' and campfires are allowed in designated areas weather permitting. No 4WD-only requirement documented.

Where can I stay near Suwannee Spring Reunion?

Budget stays 2
Econo Lodge Live Oak
📍 7.0 mi from the venue

6811 68th Terrace, Live Oak, FL 32060

Typically $70-130 a night off-peak guide, higher on festival dates

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Quality Inn & Suites Live Oak
📍 6.7 mi from the venue🍳 Breakfast

6819 US 129, Live Oak, FL 32060

Typically $70-130 a night off-peak guide, higher on festival dates

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What to bring

A four-day bluegrass and roots festival in a shaded riverside campground in North Florida. Camping is part of the ticket, so the useful questions are about the campsite, the jams and the park's rules.

Bring the instrument you playOpen jams and late-night picking parties run through the campground, and performers turn up to play among the campers. If you play, bring the instrument; the workshops are hands-on and welcome players of different levels.
Arrive early for a campsitePrimitive camping is first come, first served and entry can back up at busy times, so come early. The park runs an early gate on the Tuesday and Wednesday before the festival.
Cans and plastic, never glassBring drinks in cans or plastic, because glass is banned. Outside alcohol is allowed in the campground but not in the concert area, where beer is sold.
Charcoal, contained and off the groundGrills can burn gas, propane or charcoal. Charcoal is capped at 10 pounds per grill per car, the fire must be fully contained and off the ground, and gathering wood on site is not allowed.
Full rule

Put coals out with water before heading to a show or to bed, and never dump them on the ground or in the trash until they are completely cool. Campfires are allowed only in designated areas, weather permitting.

What the park sellsA general store sells ice, water, batteries and toiletries, vendors sell food, and ATMs are on site, so you do not need to haul everything. Campers can bring their own food and drink into the campground.
Full rule

Bathrooms and hand-wash stations are provided in the campground.

Leave these at homeFireworks, fire spinning and poi, weapons and nitrous are banned, and a nitrous tank found at the gate means no entry. People, vehicles and belongings are searched on the way in.
A spare car keyKeys locked in the car or a drained battery can end a weekend fast. Bring a spare set of keys and check that lights and the radio are off when you park.

Accessibility & comfort

The organizer does not publish accessibility details. Ask them directly before you travel about step-free access, accessible toilets, seating and anything else you need.

Pricing

Most recent pricing
$160 to $285 per person
Price history and tiers
Early Bird Tier 1
Early Bird Tier 1 $160 (current)Early Bird Tier 2 $185Advance Tier 1 $210Advance Tier 2 $235Early Gate (Tue-Wed) $260Thursday Gate $285Friday Gate $260Saturday Gate $185Single-day at gate $65-$95
A guide only. Prices change, so confirm the current price on the official ticket page before you buy.

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Quick answers

When is Suwannee Spring Reunion 2027?

Mar 18 to 21, 2027

How much are Suwannee Spring Reunion tickets?

$160 to $285 per person, from the official ticket page. Prices change, so confirm before you buy.

Where is Suwannee Spring Reunion held?

Spirit of the Suwannee Music Park, Live Oak, FL.