The Atlantic Beach Beach Music Festival returns this May along the Boardwalk at the Circle in Atlantic Beach, North Carolina! It’s the perfect way to spend a fun-filled day on the beach soaking up the sun and listening to live bands, while taking in those gorgeous ocean views.
So grab your beach chair and cooler (just make sure you don’t have any glass containers!) and head over to Atlantic Beach. Festival guests can also grab drinks and snacks during the day from food trucks that will be serving at the festival.
2026 Festival Lineup
This year’s festival will feature:
Jim Quick & Coastline
The Band of Oz
Gary Lowder & Smokin’ Hot
The I-42 Band
The Mighty Saints of Soul
AB Volunteer Fire Department will be selling beer and water as a fundraiser next to the AB BMF and ABVFD merchandise tent. Food trucks will be on-site during the festival, located near the stage! Coolers and snacks are welcome
Admission
Admission is free, and pets and glass containers are prohibited.
Parking
Paid parking is available at the Circle, but spots are limited.
Free & paid parking is available at:
The DoubleTree by Hilton (Paid parking for non-guests, complimentary for guests)
The Carteret Community College (Free)
The Atlantic Beach Town Park (Free)
Free shuttles are provided to and from these parking lots to the festival. Shuttles will be running from 9:30 a.m. – 6:30 p.m.
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Event dates and information are subject to change without notice. Please visit the official event website for more information.
