Live musical performers representing Americana, blues, rock, funk and more will descend upon Founders Park in Islamorada for the 27th annual Bay Jam Festival on Sunday, March 27 beginning at 11 a.m.
Bay Jam 27’s featured artist is St. Petersburg, Florida’s Ajeva (ah-JAY-vuh), whose progressive funk rock sound is considered music for the soul.
Popular Bay Jam veterans and Keys bands will share the outdoor stage, including a return of the Steve Venini, and Scott Youngberg serving up Americana and blues; Micah and the Barstool Sailors set a cool tropical vibe; The Carousers, and Lower Mat Cats; and Dave Feder, one of Bay Jam’s founders and continuous guiding spirit bringing his world Famous Bohemian Flamenco group. There will also be a special Jam hosted by “The Usual Suspects” featuring many Keys musical greats.
Festival-goers can enjoy great food and locally crafted beers. Coolers are not permitted. Attendees can bring lawn chairs and blankets, or enjoy a swim at the bayside beach. Well-behaved, leashed pets are also welcome.
“ICE is working through Bay Jam and other events in our communities to bring us back together after these difficult couple of seasons. Bay Jam remains the longest standing event to hear and see amazing local, regional, and national talent in an outdoor setting at a beautiful bayside park right here in the fabulous Florida Keys,” said David Feder, director of Islamorada Community Entertainment.
Gates open at 10 a.m., at the ICE Amphitheater at Founders Park, MM 87, bayside on Plantation Key. Live performances begin at 11 a.m. and continue until after sunset. Parking is available inside Founders Park.
Although general admission is free, donations from festival goers are encouraged. The not-for-profit Islamorada Community Entertainment presents the daylong music festival.
Since 1995, proceeds from this festival and other ICE events have helped fund in-school art and music programs, scholarships for Upper Keys high school students and grants to local artists and organizations. Visit bayjam.org for more information.
