Sun, Sounds & Southern Vibes
From Gulf Coast beach festivals and Mardi Gras parades to music, sports and cultural happenings — LowerUSA.com brings you the best of the lower part of the USA. Warm weather, great energy, unforgettable moments.
Top Picks for Early 2026
Gulf Coast Music Highlights
From Hangout and Gulf Coast Jam to Jazz Fest in New Orleans — the South's biggest stages this spring.
See all music events →Gulf Coast Eats 2026
Oyster fests, seafood feasts, wine & food weekends — fresh flavors all along the coast.
View food events →Best Family-Friendly
Turtle fests, hot air balloons, art days — perfect for kids and all ages in the lower USA.
Explore family events →More top lists coming soon — Mardi Gras specials, summer must-sees, and more!
Browse All Events →Events This Month
Featured Upcoming Events
30A Songwriters Festival
Intimate original music performances by top songwriters across 25+ venues in Florida's scenic 30A/South Walton area — beachside stages and listening rooms.
Learn More & Tickets →Mardi Gras! Galveston
Texas' largest Mardi Gras with 20+ parades, headliner concerts, 3 million beads, family events, and Gulf Coast island energy.
Get Details & Tickets →Florida State Fair
A Tampa tradition with rides, games, exhibits, live entertainment, and classic fair food in the heart of Florida's Sun Coast.
Learn More →Orange Beach Seafood Festival & Car Show
Fresh Gulf seafood, classic car displays, live music, and family fun at The Wharf — a major fundraiser for local academics and arts.
View Details →Annual Fort Morgan Oyster Fest
Fresh oysters from the Gulf, live music, vendors, and beachside fun at The Beach Club Resort — celebrate coastal flavors.
Get Details →Orange Beach Festival of Art
52nd annual free festival celebrating visual, performing, musical, and culinary arts at Waterfront Park — 100+ artists and live music.
View Details →CARE on the Coast Turtle Fest
Family-friendly sea turtle conservation event at Gulfarium Marine Adventure Park — entertainment, food, animal meet-and-greets, and fundraising.
Get Tickets →Gulf Coast Chinese Lantern Festival
Stunning lantern displays, cultural performances, and family activities at Bellingrath Gardens — a magical evening celebration of light and heritage.
Learn More →South Walton Beaches Wine and Food Festival
Over 600 wines, spirits, and gourmet foods to taste — award-winning charity event with tastings, seminars, and beachside vibes at Grand Boulevard.
Get Tickets →Gulf Coast Hot Air Balloon Festival
Colorful hot air balloons, glows, flights, live music, vendors, and family activities at OWA Parks & Resort — a high-flying Gulf tradition.
Learn More →Gulf Coast Jam
Major country music festival on the beach with headliners like Post Malone, Chris Stapleton, Keith Urban — oceanfront stages and Gulf vibes.
Get Tickets →Hangout Music Festival
Beachfront music fest with major headliners, fresh seafood, ocean stages, and 40,000+ fans daily on the Alabama Gulf Coast.
Learn More →Gulf Coast Summer Fest
Jazz and R&B music festival at Pensacola Maritime Park with top acts, food vendors, and summer vibes on the Gulf.
Get Tickets →Mardi Gras in New Orleans
Iconic parades, beads, king cakes, jazz, and epic celebrations across the city — the heart of Louisiana's Gulf Coast Mardi Gras tradition.
Plan Your Trip →Ballyhoo Festival
Juried fine art festival with artists, live music, food vendors, and family activities at Lake Shelby — a coastal arts celebration.
Learn More →The Wharf Boat & Yacht Show
Over $100 million in boats, yachts, and marine gear on display — top boat-buying event on the Gulf Coast.
Get Details →New Orleans Jazz & Heritage Festival
Iconic multi-weekend fest with top headliners (past: Kings of Leon, Stevie Nicks), local music, food, and culture across Fair Grounds.
Tickets & Lineup →L.O.L Festival
Live music, food trucks, vendors, and community fun to kick off spring on the Alabama Gulf Coast.
Details →More southern events added regularly — spring/summer festivals, beach music, and Gulf runs coming soon!
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