The Island Resort’s Summertime Concert Series Kicks Off on Wednesday, May 28, 2025, with their Bacardi Beach Bash
The Island Resort at Fort Walton Beach is excited to announce they are bringing summer tunes to Fort Walton Beach with their new Sunset Concert Series, a free beachfront live music experience happening every Wednesday from 6:00 to 9:00 p.m. starting May 28, 2025, and running through July 30, 2025. Guests can soak in the sounds of summer with a lineup of incredible bands from rock to pop, delicious food, and cold drinks, all finished off with a fireworks show.
Each week, a different band will take the stage in the sand on the beach, playing a mix of rock, pop, country, and classic hits. Attendees can also grab a bite to eat and a drink from the Tacos & Tequila truck, featuring queso-covered nachos, tacos three ways, and tequila cocktails like The Private Islandrita made with The Island’s Private Barrel Patron Reposado Tequila, or the Pineapple Mint Margarita while they enjoy the show.
The series kicks off with a splash on Wednesday, May 28, 2025, with the first concert of the summer doubling as the Bacardi Beach Bash: The Official Kickoff to The Island Concert Series. This will be a high-energy beachfront party featuring live music from Shenanigans, a local 80’s and 90's rock cover band, fireworks, Bacardi cocktail specials, and a little something special: the Bacardi Blender Bike, where guests can pedal their way to a frozen drink. The first concert will also have the option for concertgoers to purchase a ticket to enjoy the shrimp boil with all the fixings.
“We thought the concert series was the perfect addition to the long-time summer tradition of Wednesday night fireworks,” says Ken Trumbull, General Manager of The Island Resort. “Come for the concerts, stay for an array of delicious bites and cold drinks, and end the night with a front-row seat to the fireworks!”
The Island Resort’s Sunset Concert Series 2025 musician lineup currently includes:
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May 28 – Shenanigans
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June 4 – Catalyst
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June 11 – Chrome Reverse
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June 18 – Tribe Zion
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June 25 – Lex and the Luthors
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July 2 – Shenanigans
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July 9 – The Aces
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July 16 – Dead Last
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July 23 – Boonshine
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July 30 – Autumn Poultry
The Sunset Concert Series is free to attend, with food and drinks available for purchase. If locals want to make it a full-day experience, they can start their day with a Day Pass and stay for the concert that night, enjoying the day in style. For Day Passes and Cabana Rentals, please visit here: https://bit.ly/
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About The Island Resort at Fort Walton Beach: Established in 1966 as one of the first resorts on Okaloosa Island, The Island Resort at Fort Walton Beach offers 600 feet of private sugar sand beach along the Gulf of Mexico. This 10-acre, 333-room paradise features three pools, the only swim-up bar on the Emerald Coast, The Grotto, over five onsite dining options, and the opportunity to meet the real-life resident mermaid, Misty the Mermaid, whose presence captivates guests of all ages. The Island also offers a variety of indoor and outdoor meeting and event spaces, including the pristine Island Green overlooking the Gulf, the glass-enclosed Tavern on the pool deck, expansive ballrooms with Gulf and Bay views for a total of over 24,000 sq. ft. of event space. Guests can park their car and never have to leave the resort to experience unmatched relaxation and adventure with amenities like live music, kid’s activities, beachside yoga, and vibrant local culture. For reservations, please visit www.theislandfl.com, call toll-free 800-874-8962, or contact a travel agent. Follow The Island on social media on Facebook, Instagram, and TikTok.