Good vibes and good times await at The Reggae Rise Up Florida Festival, undeniably one of the largest and most-anticipated reggae festivals in the country. Hosted annually at Vinoy Park in the heart of St. Pete, the festival location offers the perfect experience, with a balance of laid-back coastal culture and downtown excitement!
Watch performances on multiple stages, explore interactive activities and large-scale art installations, savor delicious food and drink from craft vendors and take advantage of the ample space by bringing a blanket or chair to relax on.
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Festival Lineup
Sting & Shaggy, Slightly Stoopid, Rebelution, Dirty Heads, Iration, Soja, The Movement, Atmosphere, Collie Buddz, The Elovators, Hirie, Lettuce, Matisyahu, Pepper, Rome, Tribal Seeds, Aurorawave, Bikini Trill, Bombargo, Brothers Within, Bumpin Uglies, Claire Wright, Coyote Island, Dale and the Zdubs, and so much more!
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2025 Gate Open Times
Thursday, March 13th: Gates open - 4 p.m.
Friday, March 14th through Sunday, March 16: Gates open at noon
All amplified music ends at 10 p.m. per city ordinance.
Parking & Free Shuttle
Parking: Southcore Parking Garage, $20. See other parking options in downtown St. Pete.
Trolleys will provide free shuttle service each day of the festival. Trolleys are equipped with a wheelchair lift.
Trolley Shuttle Service Hours:
- Thursday: 4-10 p.m.
- Friday, Saturday & Sunday: noon-10 p.m.
Shuttles will run approximately every 15 minutes.
Trolley Shuttle Stop Locations:
- Second Street South: Between Central Avenue & First Avenue South (under the pedestrian bridge connecting the Office Tower and the Southcore Parking Garage). Motorists may park in the garage by entering from 1st Avenue South between 1st and 2nd streets
- Vinoy Park: North side of 7th Ave NE just west of Bayshore Drive
Food & Drink Options
Food: Reggae Rise Up’s Vendor Village will offer a variety of food options from several local food trucks/vendors. Vegetarian and vegan options will be available as well. More detailed information will be released as the festival approaches.
Bars: For 21+ attendees, there will be several beer options throughout the festival grounds with domestics, imports and local brews. In addition, there will be multiple bars with full liquor options.
There is no outside food or alcohol allowed into the festival, but you may bring in one sealed water bottle up to 1L in size or an empty reusable personal water bottle. Free water refill stations will be available.
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Vinoy Park is close to a variety of popular downtown St. Pete restaurants. Fuel up before or after the festival at restaurants on and near the St. Pete Pier. Dine waterfront and enjoy Floribbean cuisine at Doc Fords Rum Bar & Grille, or walk to end the of pier and take in sweeping views of Tampa Bay at Teak. Central Ave. is St. Pete's coolest street, and the hub of dining and shopping in the city.
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Where to Stay
Stay close to the music when you stay in heart of downtown St. Pete. Treat yourself to a luxurious stay at the Vinoy Resort with sweeping waterfront views, just steps from Vinoy Park. The Moxy is one of St. Pete's newest hotels - and a very stylish place to stay. Other good options include The Cordova Inn, The Hollander, The Avalon, Tru by Hilton, and Mint House. Hotels often fill up during this major festival, so book early if possible.
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