Island Strong Beach Fest celebrates Grand Isle’s recovery on July 13, 14 and 15, 2023 with a live music festival.

The three-day festival will feature live music, food, craft booths and various other vendors that will support Grand Isle’s recovery from Hurricane Ida. All proceeds go to rebuilding Grand Isle’s recreational facilities and other projects vital to the town’s recovery. The festival will take place at the Tarpon Rodeo Pavilion at 4500 LA Highway 1 in Grand Isle.
 
“In its second year, Island Strong Music Fest is now a tradition that celebrates the resilience of our community and helps raise awareness for the work that still needs to be done in Grand Isle’s recovery,” said Grand Isle Mayor David Camardelle. “Come on down to enjoy some live music and great food on the island.”
 
Music lineup:
 
Thursday, July 13:
(Gates open at 4:00 p.m.)
8:00 p.m. to 11:00 p.m. – Jr. Lacrosse
 
Friday, July 14:
(Gates open at noon)
2:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. – Kendall Shaffer Band 
4:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. – Ryan Foret & Foret Tradition 
8:00 p.m. to 11:00 p.m. – Todd O’Neill & Cat Daddy
 
Saturday, July 15:
(Gates open at 11:00 a.m.)
12:00 p.m. to 2:00 p.m. – Aaron Foret Band
2:30 p.m. to 4:30 p.m. – Dustin Guedry
5:00 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. – Shorts in December
8:30 p.m. to 11:00 p.m. – Chase Tyler Band


Entrance to the festival is by donation. 
$10 for Thursday, $15 for Friday, $15 for Saturday, $30 for a weekend bracelet and Free for 12 and under.

Island Strong Beach Fest was organized by the town of Grand Isle, Councilman Brian Barthelemy, his wife Dana Barthelemy and Matt Rivere to help in the island’s recovery by raising funds for the town’s recreational facilities and other important projects. If you are interested in becoming a sponsor, please contact the festival at [email protected].


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