The Great South Bay Music Festival will be returning this summer from Thursday, July 24 to Sunday, July 27, at Shorefront Park in Patchogue Village.  This is the biggest four-day music and arts festival on the island, welcoming a historic lineup with a different variety of music each day. The headliners for this year include Taking Back Sunday, Men At Work, Say Anything, Gym Class Heroes, Naked Eyes, Damian Gong Jr. & Stephene Marley, and more. 

The festival’s founder, Jim Faith, started it back in 2007 with the goal of creating one of the best family music festivals Long Island has seen. He has been booking entertainment and producing shows, large and small, for over 40 years, with credits including The Doobie Brothers, Tony Bennett, Alice Cooper, The Beach Boys, B.B. King, Cheap Trick, and many more.

Thursday, July 24 
Doors 3:30 p.m.– Performances until 10 p.m.

The festival will kick off with a throwback night of alternative rock anthems on the bay with some of the best bands of the 2000s, including Taking Back Sunday, Say Anything, Gym Class Heroes, and Head Automatica. From Taking Back Sunday’s emotional anthems to Say Anything’s quirky charm, to Gym Class Heroes’ blend of hip-hop and pop-punk and Head Automatica’s synth-driven alt-rock, this night promises a wild ride through your favorite tracks. (eight performers on two stages).

Friday, July 25 
Doors 4 p.m.– Performances until 11 p.m.

Friday’s annual Rock-Reggae Beach Party continues with reggae royalty Damian “Jr. Gong” & Stephen Marley, the smooth sounds of J Boog, and the soulful ska vibes of Oogee Wawa (our local favorites!). Plus, The Elovators will set the tone with their uplifting, reggae-infused beats that’ll have you swaying to the rhythm. This beach party is the perfect mix of rock, reggae, and ska, bringing a taste of the islands to the East Coast. (12 performers on three stages).

Saturday, July 26 
Doors 1 p.m. – Performances until 11 p.m.

Saturday is always Jam Day, and continuing the legacy of this iconic music are headliners including the legendary more., the genre-defying Umphrey’s McGee, the funky, high-energy of  Pigeon’s Playing Ping Pong, and the groove-heavy Eggy. Whether you’re into seamless jams that flow effortlessly from one song to the next, experimental riffs that push the boundaries, or just want to vibe out to some seriously talented musicians, this lineup has something for everyone. (17 performers on three stages).

Sunday, July 27 
Doors 2 p.m.– Performances until 10 p.m.

Set sail on Sunday for the ultimate Yacht Rock experience at the ‘80s Beach Party hosted by the legendary WLIR & Sirius XM DJ Larry “The Duck” Dunn. The day will feature headliners such as Men at Work, delivering classics like “Who Can It Be Now? “and “Down Under,” and Naked Eyes will have you dancing to “Promises, Promises” and “Always Something There to Remind Me,” while Yacht Rock hit makers Ambrosia play timeless hits like “You’re the Only Woman” and “Biggest Part of Me,” plus the popular Yacht Rock Review, bringing smooth, polished hits from the golden era of ‘70s-‘80s rock, with special guests Strangelove - The Depeche Mode Experience who will take you on a synth-driven journey through the band’s discography. Grab your shades and sail into a Sunday full of smooth tunes and unforgettable ‘80s nostalgia.  (15 performers on three stages).