OKEECHOBEE MUSIC & ARTS FESTIVAL (OMF) 2026
TAKES FESTIVALGOERS BEYOND THE MUSIC
WITH ONLY-AT-OKEECHOBEE EXPERIENCES
IMMERSIVE GATHERING TO EMBRACE FLAVORS
OF HOMEGROWN FLORIDA CULTURE
WITH VARIETY OF FOOD AND BEVERAGE OPTIONS
INCLUDING NEW RANGE OF ELEVATED, CHEF-CURATED DINING EXPERIENCES
FURTHER ENRICHMENT AVAILABLE IN SUNSHINE GROVE’S VERDANT WELLNESS FOREST, INCLUDING DAILY YOGA, MEDITATION,
FITNESS CLASSES, SPEAKER SESSIONS,
SOUND BATHS, AND OMF’S FAN FAVORITE 5K RUN
EXCLUSIVE HAPPENINGS INTRINSICALLY CONNECTED TO THE SURROUNDING ECOSYSTEM INCLUDE THE FULLY-REIMAGINED CHOBEWOBEE VILLAGE,
MELDING INTERACTIVE ART, SURPRISE SPECTACLES, AND SONIC TAKE-OVERS
BELOVED INDEPENDENT FESTIVAL RETURNS TO
MAGICAL SOUTH FLORIDA NATURE PARADISE OF SUNSHINE GROVE
MARCH 19-22, 2026
FOR COMPLETE TICKET INFORMATION,
VISIT HERE
Okeechobee Music & Arts Festival (OMF) not only boasts one of the most compelling artist lineups of any 2026 festival, but festivalgoers can travel far beyond the music with a truly one-of-a-kind assortment of “Only at Okeechobee” experiences unlike any other. The beloved Florida independent music festival’s first gathering in three years takes place March 19-22, 2026, in the magical South Florida nature paradise of Sunshine Grove.
One of the most special parts of OMF every year has always been its embrace of the infinite flavors of homegrown Florida culture. From a wide variety of food and beverage experiences at the Farmers Market, where festivalgoers can buy fresh local produce, food, drinks, and more, to a remarkably diverse selection of dishes and drinks on offer from local vendors throughout the festival, OMF puts a premium on celebrating its host state.
OMF also honors global cultures, offering dining experiences from all over the world, with exclusive themed areas, including the Noodle District, a vibrant street of sizzling woks, neon lights, and endless eats, inspired by the night markets of Bangkok, Seoul, and beyond. A new range of elevated, chef-curated dining experiences will also be available, including Champagne Problems (held inside The Grove’s hidden Speakeasy, with bubbles, glam junk food, and immersive theater dressed like a cocktail party, open to all ticket types), The Grove Table (an intimate dinner party in The Grove, featuring a seasonal menu from local farms, paired with thoughtful drinks), Argentine Social Club (a twilight dining experience showcasing fire-roasted meats, vegetables, and accompaniments prepared by a guest chef over glowing coals, with curated mezcal tastings and cocktails), and more. Add-on tickets for all Okee Elevated Eats Experiences are available now HERE.
PURCHASE TICKETS FOR OKEE ELEVATED EATS EXPERIENCES
Having spent their nights dancing and grooving to epic performances from OMF 2026’s star-studded musical lineup, festivalgoers will have a chance to reset, recharge, and reconnect in Sunshine Grove’s verdant wellness forest. Attendees can nourish mind and body with health, wellness, and fitness programming that flows throughout the daytime hours, including daily yoga, meditation, fitness classes, inspiring speaker sessions, and sound baths at Yogachobee. For those looking to enjoy a more active experience, runners of all levels – from first-timers to seasoned athletes – are invited to bring their running shoes for OMF’s always-popular 5K run.
The fully reimagined Chobeewobee Village – melding interactive art, surprise spectacles, environmental immersion, and sonic take-overs – comprises a key element of OMF’s unique world. This year, it will feature two massive, immersive activations—the T Lounge and The Liebrary, designed by the creative visionaries at META, led by Experience Director Justin Bolognino and Creative Producer Rüts. The Liebrary houses not only literature but a chance for festivalgoers to spin their own legends and reinvent themselves, taking on forged identities, pursuing missions, and interacting with various characters and elements. Meanwhile, the T Lounge, inspired by lush, sophisticated hi-fi listening rooms, exists as a sanctuary where everything stems from the letter “T.” Visitors can engage with the “Telavavision”, a sculpture blending nostalgic CRT technology with real-time graphics to form a giant lava lamp, designed by Smooth Canoe, the “Threshold,” a multi-player instrument space that lights up vintage gear in real-time, and activated lounge spaces with Typewriter poetry, Tarot readings, Time-Capsule letters and more. Highlighting the festival’s communal ideals and surreal aesthetics, these spaces invite festivalgoers to explore, contribute to, and lose themselves in the otherworldliness of Okeechobee.
“As always, we’re bringing META’s characteristically thoughtful, human-centric, and highly original immersive worlds to Okee, with the Liebrary and T Lounge,” says Bolognino. “Countless hidden details, mystifying questions, and moments of surprise and delight will blossom from the T’s, as bookish Lies will flourish like the weeds.”
Many other “Only at Okeechobee” experiences will be on hand throughout Sunshine Grove, offering enrichment and exclusive happenings that are intrinsically connected to the surrounding ecosystem, with the participation of a number of area collectives, including Disolypso, Zey Zey Miami, Mad Radio, and Alegria Community. More details regarding the infinitely inspiring world of OMF 2026 can be found HERE.
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Founded in 2016 with a mandate of authenticity, kindness, and respect between each other and the environment we inhabit, Okeechobee Music & Arts Festival 2026 will celebrate the spirit of music, arts, and community with epic headline performances from Cage The Elephant, Fisher, GRiZ, Knock 2, T-Pain, and The Lumineers, along with a truly diverse, multi-genre lineup of global superstars, rising new artists, certifiable legends, and more, many of whom are making their long-awaited return to the iconic gathering following previous fan favorite performances.
An array of additional immersive musical experiences is also in store for OMF 2026 festivalgoers, including the first-ever Aquachobee Dub Reggae Takeover (featuring reggae legend Mykal Rose, Subatomic Sound System, and more), Incendia (a four-night inferno of underground energy, bass, and special guests, curated by NYC-based production agency and cultural influencer Renegade), and the Jungle 51 Stage, presenting extended sets by internationally known DJs from sundown to sunrise. The Okeechobee 10-year reunion will also see the return of what has proven one of the festival’s defining moments since its inaugural event in 2016 – the PoWoW!, an all-star jam session pairing unexpected talents for a variety of live mashups filled with creativity and imagination against an epic setting under the stars deep in the heart of Sunshine Grove.
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Limited tickets remain for Okeechobee Music & Arts Festival 2026. Ticket options include 4-Day GA, 4-Day VIP, 2-Day GA, and 1-Day GA and VIP, along with a variety of camping, VIP glamping, parking packages and culinary experiences. For complete ticket information, please see visit HERE.
Located in Okeechobee County – a one to two-and-a-half-hour drive from South Florida’s major cities, including Orlando, West Palm Beach, Tampa, Miami, and Fort Lauderdale – Sunshine Grove is a picturesque 830+ acre natural oasis that boasts sweeping grasslands, pine and palmetto jungles, and expansive lakes and waterways that create a truly unique tropical country landscape. From sprawling groves to undiscovered forests, the unique organic elements that inhabit Sunshine Grove inspire a profound recognition of the influence and significance of the natural environment that serves as the backdrop and home for tens of thousands of campers and music fans for four epic nights under the country starscape. OMF invites individuals from all over to join together in the sanctuary of Sunshine Grove’s natural paradise, where the only rule is to be fully present within yourself and the community, to reach new connections and understandings through music, dance, the arts, and the simple pleasure of sharing a meal with new and old friends alike.
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ABOUT OMF 2026 LLC:
OMF 2026 LLC, an affiliate of Soundslinger, is the owner, manager, and operator and responsible party for the organization, planning, and production of the OMF 2026, taking place March 19-22, 2026, at Sunshine Grove in Okeechobee, Florida. OMF 2026 LLC is led by a team of seasoned music industry professionals with extensive experience in event production and music festival management, ensuring a high-quality and unforgettable experience for all attendees.
ABOUT SOUNDSLINGER:
Soundslinger is an independent real estate and live event company dedicated to developing music, art, and lifestyle experiences that create lasting value for both fans and the Okeechobee community. Situated on its picturesque 830+ acre property – Sunshine Grove – in Okeechobee, Florida, the company has become a cornerstone of cultural engagement in Florida. Since its founding in 2015 by Rechulski and a group of music industry veterans, Soundslinger has curated OMF, drawing over 175,000 attendees and showcasing an impressive roster of more than 750 renowned artists across multiple stages. Past headliners have included globally celebrated acts such as Mumford & Sons, Kendrick Lamar, Skrillex, Usher feat. The Roots, Snoop Dogg, Tame Impala, Kings of Leon, Post Malone, Daryl Hall & John Oates, Sven Vath, and GRiZ, among many others. Soundslinger is dedicated to shaping and enriching Florida’s cultural landscape through its events that thoughtfully blend music, the arts, nature, and camping for an unparalleled experience.
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