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8th Annual Biloxi Box Set Music Festival, Beach Vibe, Biloxi Box Set Music Festival, Biloxi Box Set Music Festival 2026 8th Annual Biloxi Box Set Music Festival, Music, Parrot Head Club, Towns Around Biloxi Parrot Head Club, Trop Rock Music
September 10–12, 2026 | South Beach Hotel & Suites | Biloxi, Mississippi
🌴🎶 The 8th Annual Biloxi Box Set Is Almost Here!
Have you gotten your tickets yet?
As the 8th Annual Biloxi Box Set Music Festival sneaks up on us in less than three weeks, the question remains:
Have you gotten your tickets yet?
Three days.
Ten incredible performances.
One amazing venue.
And a whole lot of Parrot Head PHun!
The Biloxi Box Set Music Festival returns September 10–12, 2026, at South Beach Hotel & Suites in Biloxi, bringing together an incredible collection of Trop Rock entertainers, Nashville talent, Gulf Coast favorites, and some of the biggest personalities in the Parrot Head music world.
The official 2026 schedule features Dave Freeman, Crow the Culprit, John Patti, Brent Burns & Bill Whyte, Kristie Kraus & Danny Spiro, Donny Brewer Trio featuring John Patti & Dave Freeman, Kitty Steadman, Gram Rea & Friends, Carrie Welling, and the Jonas Lorence Band, with Greg Dumas serving as emcee.
🎟️ Have You Gotten Your Tickets Yet?
If the answer is no, now is the time!
This three-day music festival is jam-packed with great artists at an amazing venue, and we want you to be part of it.
👉 CLICK HERE TO REGISTER FOR THE 2026 BILOXI BOX SET
Don’t forget: Event registration and event T-shirts are separate purchases this year.
👕 IMPORTANT: EVENT T-SHIRTS ARE SOLD SEPARATELY!
As a reminder, event T-shirts are sold separately this year.
If you’d like to have an event T-shirt, make sure you add it to your cart before you check out.
⏰ T-Shirt Order Deadline: Thursday, August 27, 2026
If you want this year’s commemorative Biloxi Box Set shirt, don’t wait until the last minute!
🌊 A Change of Venue — And Some BIG Advantages!
One change that we were forced to make for this year’s event was moving off the beach and into the pavilion behind the boardwalk.
Unfortunately, there will be dredging going on directly behind the hotel, and the beach will be inaccessible during this year’s event.
But we’re looking at the bright side!
You won’t need to pack your canopy!
That’s right.
You also won’t need to spend money renting that space this year.
Instead, simply:
Bring your chair.
Bring your cooler.
Find your spot under the pavilion.
And save it for the entire weekend!
There’s plenty of shade, and the breeze coming off the water through the area is quite refreshing.
It’s also a more intimate venue to enjoy your favorite artists.
☀️ We’ve Used This Pavilion Before!
This pavilion has always been our backup plan in case of inclement weather.
We’ve used this location at South Beach Hotel & Suites for our “And We Drink” Music Festival for the last two years, and it has been fantastic!
So while the location may be different this year, we’re confident you’re going to love it.
🎤 MEET THE 2026 BILOXI BOX SET ARTISTS
We’ve got an incredible lineup waiting for you!
The following artist spotlights are based on the artist features previously published by the Towns Around Biloxi Parrot Head Club.
⭐ THURSDAY, SEPTEMBER 10
🎹 DAVE FREEMAN
5:00 PM – 7:00 PM
🎶 ARTIST SPOTLIGHT
Thursday | 5:00–7:00 PM
One of Trop Rock’s favorite entertainers returns to Biloxi!
Known for his incredible piano performances, quick wit, and heartfelt tributes to Jimmy Buffett, Dave Freeman has become one of the festival’s most beloved performers.
His ability to connect with audiences makes him the perfect artist to kick off an amazing weekend.
Dave’s appearance also carries some special Biloxi Box Set history. He previously joined the festival shortly after Jimmy Buffett’s passing in 2023, when he and Kristie Kraus delivered an unforgettable performance of “Bubbles Up.”
Don’t miss the opening notes of the 8th Annual Biloxi Box Set!
🎸 CROW THE CULPRIT
8:00 PM – 11:00 PM
🎶 ARTIST SPOTLIGHT
Thursday | 8:00–11:00 PM
If you’re ready to dance, Crow the Culprit is ready to get you moving!
Crow the Culprit brings an energetic blend of coastal rock, Trop Rock, and crowd favorites that promises to have everyone on their feet.
After Dave Freeman gets the party started, Crow the Culprit will take Thursday night to the next level.
Thursday night is going to be PHUN!
⭐ FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 11
🎤 JOHN PATTI
11:00 AM – 1:00 PM
🎶 ARTIST SPOTLIGHT
Friday | 11:00 AM–1:00 PM
Few artists capture the feeling of island living through songwriting quite like John Patti.
His performances blend sincerity, humor, and beach-inspired storytelling into an unforgettable musical experience.
And John isn’t finished after his Friday afternoon performance — he’ll be back Friday night as part of the Donny Brewer Trio featuring John Patti & Dave Freeman.
🎙️ BRENT BURNS & BILL WHYTE
2:00 PM – 4:00 PM
🎶 ARTIST SPOTLIGHT
Friday | 2:00–4:00 PM
This is one of those performances Trop Rock fans will want to circle on their calendars.
Award-winning songwriters Brent Burns and Bill Whyte combine hilarious stories with masterful musicianship and decades of experience entertaining audiences.
Expect laughter.
Expect sing-alongs.
Expect stories.
And expect something you’ll be talking about long after the festival ends.
🌟 KRISTIE KRAUS & DANNY SPIRO
5:00 PM – 7:00 PM
🎶 ARTIST SPOTLIGHT
Friday | 5:00–7:00 PM
Get ready for some Nashville talent on the Mississippi Gulf Coast!
National recording artist Kristie Kraus brings her talent to Biloxi alongside acclaimed guitarist Danny Spiro.
Together, their performance blends country, Americana, and beach vibes into one incredible afternoon.
And longtime Biloxi Box Set fans know that Kristie has a special connection to this festival, making her return to the stage even more exciting.
🎸 DONNY BREWER TRIO FEATURING JOHN PATTI & DAVE FREEMAN
8:00 PM – 11:00 PM
🎶 ARTIST SPOTLIGHT
Friday | 8:00–11:00 PM
Every festival has that one performance everyone anticipates.
This is it.
Donny Brewer joins forces with John Patti and Dave Freeman for a powerhouse evening filled with Trop Rock favorites, unforgettable harmonies, and the laid-back island spirit that has made all three artists fan favorites.
Three great artists.
One stage.
One unforgettable Friday night.
⭐ SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 12
🎵 KITTY STEADMAN
11:00 AM – 1:00 PM
🎶 ARTIST SPOTLIGHT
Saturday | 11:00 AM–1:00 PM
Saturday begins with Kitty Steadman, bringing her distinctive tropical style and infectious energy to the Biloxi Box Set.
Grab your coffee, grab your chair, settle into the pavilion, and get your Saturday started with Kitty!
🎸 GRAM REA & FRIENDS
2:00 PM – 4:00 PM
🎶 ARTIST SPOTLIGHT
Saturday | 2:00–4:00 PM
Authentic songwriting.
Amazing musicianship.
Southern hospitality.
Gram Rea & Friends take over the afternoon with music filled with heart and genuine connection.
Gram Rea is an award-winning professional musician, singer, songwriter, and music educator originally from Baton Rouge, Louisiana. A multi-instrumentalist, Gram is known for blending different musical influences into his performances.
🌅 CARRIE WELLING
5:00 PM – 7:00 PM
🎶 ARTIST SPOTLIGHT
Saturday | 5:00–7:00 PM
As Saturday afternoon begins moving toward evening, Carrie Welling takes the stage.
This is the perfect time to grab a cold drink, settle into your chair, feel that Gulf breeze coming through the pavilion, and enjoy the music.
It’s Saturday afternoon at the Biloxi Box Set — and there’s nowhere else you’d rather be!
🎉 JONAS LORENCE BAND
8:00 PM – 11:00 PM
🎶 ARTIST SPOTLIGHT
Saturday | 8:00–11:00 PM
When it’s time to close the festival, we’re going out with a bang!
The Jonas Lorence Band will bring the 8th Annual Biloxi Box Set to its grand finale.
Expect dancing.
Expect singing.
Expect plenty of Parrot Head PHun.
And expect one incredible way to close out three amazing days of music!
🎙️ YOUR EMCEE: GREG DUMAS
Returning to keep everything moving is Greg Dumas, serving as this year’s emcee.
With a lineup this good, we’re sure Greg will have plenty to keep the crowd entertained!
The official festival schedule lists Greg Dumas as emcee for the 2026 Biloxi Box Set.
📅 2026 BILOXI BOX SET MUSIC SCHEDULE
🌴 Thursday, September 10
| Time | Artist |
|---|---|
| 5:00–7:00 PM | 🎹 Dave Freeman |
| 8:00–11:00 PM | 🎸 Crow the Culprit |
🌴 Friday, September 11
| Time | Artist |
|---|---|
| 11:00 AM–1:00 PM | 🎤 John Patti |
| 2:00–4:00 PM | 🎙️ Brent Burns & Bill Whyte |
| 5:00–7:00 PM | 🌟 Kristie Kraus & Danny Spiro |
| 8:00–11:00 PM | 🎸 Donny Brewer Trio featuring John Patti & Dave Freeman |
🌴 Saturday, September 12
| Time | Artist |
|---|---|
| 11:00 AM–1:00 PM | 🎵 Kitty Steadman |
| 2:00–4:00 PM | 🎸 Gram Rea & Friends |
| 5:00–7:00 PM | 🌅 Carrie Welling |
| 8:00–11:00 PM | 🎉 Jonas Lorence Band |
🎙️ Emcee: Greg Dumas
These times match the current official TABPHC 2026 lineup.
💰 WANT TO BE A BILOXI BOX SET SPONSOR?
If you plan on being a sponsor this year, the deadline is Thursday, August 27, 2026.
Sponsors can have their logo displayed on the website year-round, the event T-shirt, social media, and/or at the event, depending on sponsorship level.
👉 CLICK HERE FOR 2026 SPONSORSHIP LEVELS
There are several sponsorship levels available.
Don’t miss the August 27 deadline!
🎁 HELP US FILL A VOLKSWAGEN THING!
We’re working on some more fun things for this year’s event, including a Toys for Tots Drive.
And we’re going to do it in true VW style!
🚙🎁 We’re Going to Fill a Volkswagen Thing!
If you’ve seen Jimmy Buffett’s “Fruitcakes” music video, you may remember the Volkswagen Thing that Jimmy Buffett was driving.
This year, we want our VW Thing overflowing with toys for underprivileged kids.
The Marines will also be available to help us with this toy drive.
So don’t forget to bring a NEW, UNWRAPPED TOY!
Let’s see if we can fill that Thing from bumper to bumper!
🎉 THE BILOXI BOX SET FAVORITES ARE BACK!
🏆 Silent Auction
The Silent Auction returns with beautiful gift baskets and plenty of goodies.
🎟️ Sandbar Raffle
The Sandbar Raffle is returning, too!
🍾 Cork Pull
The Cork Pull is back and guaranteed to win you a bottle of liquor.
🏁 Vibrator Races
Yes…
THE VIBRATOR RACES ARE BACK!
Get ready for some rollicking good fun!
This fan-favorite competition is returning for another year, and it’s always one of the most entertaining activities of the weekend.
🦜 GET YOUR PARROT HEAD DECORATIONS READY!
We’re also looking into having a Balcony Decorating Contest this year!
Details are still being finalized, but if you’re staying at South Beach Hotel & Suites, you may want to start thinking now about how you’re going to transform your balcony into the ultimate Parrot Head paradise.
🌴 Palm trees?
🦜 Parrots?
🍹 Margaritas?
🎶 Tropical music?
YES, YES, YES AND YES!
Stay tuned for details.
🎶 THREE DAYS. TEN PERFORMANCES. ONE AMAZING WEEKEND.
The Biloxi Box Set is more than a music festival.
It’s a reunion.
It’s a vacation.
It’s a celebration of music, friendship, community, and giving back.
It’s three days of great artists, cold drinks, laughter, dancing, raffles, auctions, competitions, and plenty of Parrot Head PHun.
And it’s all happening right here on the Mississippi Gulf Coast.
📍 September 10–12, 2026
South Beach Hotel & Suites
Biloxi, Mississippi
🎟️ HAVE YOU GOTTEN YOUR TICKETS YET?
If the answer is no, now is the time!
👉 CLICK HERE TO REGISTER FOR THE 8TH ANNUAL BILOXI BOX SET
IMPORTANT DEADLINES
👕 Event T-Shirt Orders: August 27, 2026
💰 Sponsorship Deadline: August 27, 2026
🎁 Toys for Tots: Bring a new, unwrapped toy!
🪑 Canopies: Leave them at home!
🍹 Coolers: Bring them!
🦜 Parrot Head Decorations: Start decorating!
🌴🦜🎶 LET’S GET THIS BOX SET STARTED!
We’ll see you September 10–12, 2026, at South Beach Hotel & Suites in Biloxi!
Hosted by the Towns Around Biloxi Parrot Head Club
