Gamble Rogers Folk Festival

06/17/2026

Give Dad the Blues this Father’s Day Weekend 💙🎶 Guy Davis - American Roots Artist takes the stage at The Waterworks on Saturday, June 20th, for an incredible night of music in an intimate listening room setting!

Two-time Grammy nominee Guy Davis is a musician, actor, playwright, and novelist, recognized for his authentic blues sound infused with elements of folk, rock, and world music.

With YoungFolk opening performance by Lane Drix 🎸

🎟️ Limited tickets remain! Buy yours today at https://www.eventbrite.com/e/guy-davis-live-from-the-waterworks-in-st-augustine-tickets-1560407092619

Presented by the Gamble Rogers Folk Festival in partnership with the St. Johns Cultural Council 💙

Guy Davis performs June 20, 2026 at The Waterworks in St. Augustine, Florida. Opening Act is Lane Drix.

06/15/2026

🎤🎶 YoungFolk Spotlight: Lane Drix 🎶🎤

At 18 years old, Lane Drix is an aspiring singer/songwriter pursuing a career in the music industry. He lives in St. Augustine, Florida, where he attends private studies for voice and guitar while seeking opportunities to perform the music he loves and to share his gift with others. He is a powerful young performer who appeared on the Gamble Rogers YoungFolk stage during the 31st Annual Gamble Rogers Folk Festival after an acclaimed performance at the SingOutLoud YoungFolk showcase at the Waterworks.

Catch Lane Drix performing as the YoungFolk Opening Act for Guy Davis at The Waterworks on Saturday, June 20th 🎟️ Tickets available at gamblerogersfest.org/shop

06/14/2026

Guy Davis - American Roots Artist takes the stage at The Waterworks one week from tonight! 🎶

Son of actors Ruby Dee and Ossie Davis, Guy Davis is a renowned American blues musician, actor, and songwriter. He is recognized for his authentic blues sound infused with elements of folk, rock, and world music. Davis has received two Grammy nominations and multiple Blues Foundation nominations for his music, as well as the Keeping the Blues Alive Award for his acting work. He has performed with and opened for numerous notable musicians. He has also developed an educational program and teaches master classes on blues music.

With special opening performance by YoungFolk, Lane Drix 🎤

📆 Saturday, June 20th
👉 Find tickets at gamblerogersfest.org/shop

The Live from The Waterworks series is presented in partnership with the St. Johns Cultural Council 💙

Guy Davis photo by Joseph A Rosen

06/13/2026

Angel Chantel & Underbrush gave festivalgoers two incredible performances at the 31st Annual Gamble Rogers Folk Festival 🎶 They played a lively set on the Oklawaha Stage on Saturday afternoon, and they kept the music going late into the night with their performance on the Terminal Tavern Stage!

Did you catch one or both of their performances? Which set was your favorite?

06/06/2026

Did you get your tickets to see Guy Davis - American Roots Artist at The Waterworks on June 20th? 🎟️ Don’t miss this special opportunity to experience the renowned American blues musician in an intimate, listening room setting!

A two-time, back-to-back Grammy nominee for Best Traditional Blues, Guy Davis is a musician, actor, author, and songwriter, recognized for his authentic blues sound infused with elements of folk, rock, and world music 🎶

👉 Tickets available at gamblerogersfest.org/shop
🎟️ General Admission $30 | VIP $40

Presented by the Gamble Rogers Folk Festival in partnership with the St. Johns Cultural Council 💙

Photo by Joseph A Rosen

06/05/2026

We loved seeing so many people gather under The Workshop Tent during this year’s festival ❤️🎶 From songwriting with Verlon Thompson to banjo with Tommy Bledsoe and Paige Bechtold, this year’s workshops gave festivalgoers a chance to learn directly from several incredible musicians!

Which workshops did you attend at the 31st Annual Gamble Rogers Folk Festival? Leave a comment and let us know👇

05/31/2026

Gamble Rogers' love for the Ocklawaha River ran deep, serving as both muse and reminder of the importance of preserving the places that connect us to our history, culture, and one another 🎶 That spirit continues through events that celebrate Florida’s natural beauty!

If you’re looking for a way to spend the day, the Lullaby of the Rivers Festival takes place today, May 31st, from 10:00 AM to 5:00 PM at Limelight Theatre. This free community event features live music, food trucks, a River Expo, and hands-on activities inspired by Florida’s rivers. To learn more, follow Lullaby of the Rivers.

05/27/2026

The final performance in our Live From The Waterworks series is almost here 🎶 Join us on Saturday, June 20th for an unforgettable evening with Grammy nominee Guy Davis!

American blues musician, actor, and songwriter Guy Davis is recognized for his authentic blues sound infused with elements of folk, rock, and world music. He has performed with and opened for numerous notable musicians 🎸

👉 Tickets: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/guy-davis-live-from-the-waterworks-in-st-augustine-tickets-1560407092619
🎟️ General Admission: $30
🌟 VIP Tickets: $40

Presented by the Gamble Rogers Folk Festival in partnership with the St. Johns Cultural Council 💙

Photo by Joseph A Rosen

05/25/2026

However you’re spending the day, take a moment to remember the men and women who gave their all 🇺🇸