Thunder By The Bay Music and Motors Festival
Fri, Feb 13, 5:00 pm - Sun, Feb 15, 5:00 pm
Entry at 5:00 pm
Age restriction
All Ages+
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General Admission
Saturday General Admission
$15(Day of price $20)
Tickets Include: - Entrance into the Festival - Free on-site parking - Access to vendors, displays and other Fest...(see more)
Tickets Include: - Entrance into the Festival - Free on-site parking - Access to vendors, displays and other Festival entertainment - Access to main stage live music including daily national headline act
Sunday General Admission
$15(Day of price $20)
Tickets Include: - Entrance into the Festival - Free on-site parking - Access to vendors, displays and other Fest...(see more)
Tickets Include: - Entrance into the Festival - Free on-site parking - Access to vendors, displays and other Festival entertainment - Access to main stage live music including daily national headline act
Three-Day General Admission
$40(Day of price $45)
Tickets Include: - Entrance into the Festival - Free on-site parking - Access to vendors, displays and other Fest...(see more)
Tickets Include: - Entrance into the Festival - Free on-site parking - Access to vendors, displays and other Festival entertainment - Access to main stage live music including daily national headline act
Party Pit Passes
Party Pit Pass Friday
$50
Tickets Include: - Entrance into the Festival - Free on-site parking - Access to vendors, displays and other Fest...(see more)
Tickets Include: - Entrance into the Festival - Free on-site parking - Access to vendors, displays and other Festival entertainment - Access to main stage live music including daily national headline act - Access to the “Party Pit” near the front of the main stage with private cash bar
Party Pit Pass Saturday
$50
Tickets Include: - Entrance into the Festival - Free on-site parking - Access to vendors, displays and other Fest...(see more)
Tickets Include: - Entrance into the Festival - Free on-site parking - Access to vendors, displays and other Festival entertainment - Access to main stage live music including daily national headline act - Access to the “Party Pit” near the front of the main stage with private cash bar
Party Pit Pass Sunday
$50
Tickets Include: - Entrance into the Festival - Free on-site parking - Access to vendors, displays and other Fest...(see more)
Tickets Include: - Entrance into the Festival - Free on-site parking - Access to vendors, displays and other Festival entertainment - Access to main stage live music including daily national headline act - Access to the “Party Pit” near the front of the main stage with private cash bar
Three-Day Party Pit Pass
$125
Tickets Include: - Entrance into the Festival for all 3 days - Free on-site parking - Access to vendors, displays ...(see more)
Tickets Include: - Entrance into the Festival for all 3 days - Free on-site parking - Access to vendors, displays and other Festival entertainment - Access to main stage live music including daily national headline act - Access to the “Party Pit” near the front of the main stage with private cash bar
VIP Tickets
VIP Friday Ticket
$150
Tickets Include: - Entrance into the Festival - Free on-site parking - Access to vendors, displays and other Festi...(see more)
Tickets Include: - Entrance into the Festival - Free on-site parking - Access to vendors, displays and other Festival entertainment - Access to main stage live music including daily national headline act - Access to the “Party Pit” near the front of the main stage with private cash bar - Three complimentary drinks from the private bar in the VIP Tent - Meal voucher in the VIP Tent - Private air-conditioned restrooms in the VIP Tent - Great view of the main stage from the VIP Tent with comfortable seating
VIP Saturday Ticket
$150
Tickets Include: - Entrance into the Festival - Free on-site parking - Access to vendors, displays and other Festi...(see more)
Tickets Include: - Entrance into the Festival - Free on-site parking - Access to vendors, displays and other Festival entertainment - Access to main stage live music including daily national headline act - Access to the “Party Pit” near the front of the main stage with private cash bar - Three complimentary drinks from the private bar in the VIP Tent - Meal voucher in the VIP Tent - Private air-conditioned restrooms in the VIP Tent - Great view of the main stage from the VIP Tent with comfortable seating
VIP Sunday Ticket
$150
Tickets Include: - Entrance into the Festival - Free on-site parking - Access to vendors, displays and other Festi...(see more)
Tickets Include: - Entrance into the Festival - Free on-site parking - Access to vendors, displays and other Festival entertainment - Access to main stage live music including daily national headline act - Access to the “Party Pit” near the front of the main stage with private cash bar - Three complimentary drinks from the private bar in the VIP Tent - Meal voucher in the VIP Tent - Private air-conditioned restrooms in the VIP Tent - Great view of the main stage from the VIP Tent with comfortable seating
Three Day VIP Tickets
$400
Tickets Include: - Entrance into the Festival - Free on-site parking - Access to vendors, displays and other Festi...(see more)
Tickets Include: - Entrance into the Festival - Free on-site parking - Access to vendors, displays and other Festival entertainment - Access to main stage live music including daily national headline act - Access to the “Party Pit” near the front of the main stage with private cash bar - Three complimentary drinks from the private bar in the VIP Tent - Meal voucher in the VIP Tent - Private air-conditioned restrooms in the VIP Tent - Great view of the main stage from the VIP Tent with comfortable seating
Premium VIP Tickets
Premium VIP Friday Ticket
$200
Tickets include: - Entrance into the Festival - Free on-site parking - Access to vendors, displays and other Fest...(see more)
Tickets include: - Entrance into the Festival - Free on-site parking - Access to vendors, displays and other Festival entertainment - Access to main stage live music including daily national headline act - Access to the “Premium VIP Pit” and “Party Pit” in front of the main stage with private cash bar - Three complimentary drinks from the private bar in the VIP Tent - Meal voucher in the VIP Tent
Premium VIP Saturday Ticket
$200
Tickets include: - Entrance into the Festival - Free on-site parking - Access to vendors, displays and other Fest...(see more)
Tickets include: - Entrance into the Festival - Free on-site parking - Access to vendors, displays and other Festival entertainment - Access to main stage live music including daily national headline act - Access to the “Premium VIP Pit” and “Party Pit” in front of the main stage with private cash bar - Three complimentary drinks from the private bar in the VIP Tent - Meal voucher in the VIP Tent
Premium VIP Sunday Ticket
$200
Tickets include: - Entrance into the Festival - Free on-site parking - Access to vendors, displays and other Fest...(see more)
Tickets include: - Entrance into the Festival - Free on-site parking - Access to vendors, displays and other Festival entertainment - Access to main stage live music including daily national headline act - Access to the “Premium VIP Pit” and “Party Pit” in front of the main stage with private cash bar - Three complimentary drinks from the private bar in the VIP Tent - Meal voucher in the VIP Tent
Premium Three-Day VIP Tickets
$500
Tickets include: - Entrance into the Festival - Free on-site parking - Access to vendors, displays and other Fest...(see more)
Tickets include: - Entrance into the Festival - Free on-site parking - Access to vendors, displays and other Festival entertainment - Access to main stage live music including daily national headline act - Access to the “Premium VIP Pit” and “Party Pit” in front of the main stage with private cash bar - Three complimentary drinks from the private bar in the VIP Tent - Meal voucher in the VIP Tent
Sunday Funday 4 Pack
Sunday Funday 4 Pack
$40(Day of price $45)
Tickets Include: - Discounted entrance into the Festival for four guests on Sunday, February 15 - Free on-site park...(see more)
Tickets Include: - Discounted entrance into the Festival for four guests on Sunday, February 15 - Free on-site parking - Access to vendors, displays and other Festival entertainment - Access to main stage live music including daily national headline act
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Event info
Join us for the 2026 Thunder by the Bay Music & Motors Festival, where roaring engines meet rocking music for a high-octane celebration in the heart of Sarasota. Now in its 28th year, this iconic festival draws thousands of motor enthusiasts, music lovers, and families from across the country for three unforgettable days of live entertainment, great food, and community fun.
Featuring a stellar lineup of national and local bands, charity rides, vendors, and a vibrant festival atmosphere, Thunder by the Bay offers something for everyone. Whether you're a motor or music fan or just love the culture, this event delivers nonstop action with a purpose—supporting Suncoast Charities for Children.
2026 Festival Gate Hours
Friday, February 13, 2026: 5:00pm – 10:00pm | Featured Headliner: Night Ranger
Saturday, February 14, 2026: Noon – 10:00pm | Featured Headliner: 38 Special
Sunday, February 15, 2026: Noon – 5:00pm | Featured Headliner: Montgomery Gentry Ft. Eddy Montgomery
Event info
Join us for the 2026 Thunder by the Bay Music & Motors Festival, where roaring engines meet rocking music for a high-octane celebration in the heart of Sarasota. Now in its 28th year, this iconic festival draws thousands of motor enthusiasts, music lovers, and families from across the country for three unforgettable days of live entertainment, great food, and community fun.
Featuring a stellar lineup of national and local bands, charity rides, vendors, and a vibrant festival atmosphere, Thunder by the Bay offers something for everyone. Whether you're a motor or music fan or just love the culture, this event delivers nonstop action with a purpose—supporting Suncoast Charities for Children.
2026 Festival Gate Hours
Friday, February 13, 2026: 5:00pm – 10:00pm | Featured Headliner: Night Ranger
Saturday, February 14, 2026: Noon – 10:00pm | Featured Headliner: 38 Special
Sunday, February 15, 2026: Noon – 5:00pm | Featured Headliner: Montgomery Gentry Ft. Eddy Montgomery
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Thunder By The Bay Music and Motors Festival
Fri, Feb 13, 5:00 pm - Sun, Feb 15, 5:00 pm
Entry at 5:00 pm
Age restriction
All Ages+
Time to complete checkout:
- 1 x General Admission Tickets$10.00
- 1 x General Admission Tickets$10.00
- Coupon discount$0.00
- Gift card discount$0.00
- Pass code discount$0.00
- Face value$0.00
- Donation$0.00
- Service fees$0.00
- Subtotal$0.00
- Taxes$0.00
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ShowSlinger and credit card processing fees are non-refundable
ShowSlinger & card processing fees are non-refundable