Get ready to boogie on down to the coast! The 2026 Texas Crab Festival Music Lineup is set to bring three days of music, seafood, fun and family time to the Gulf Coast. Mark your calendar for Thursday-Saturday, May 7-9, at Swedes Park (1605 Hwy 87, Crystal Beach) — a weekend full of good vibes, big bands, roots rock, honky-tonk country and local favorites.
A Lineup With Heft
The Festival team has delivered some serious musical credentials this year — catering to a wide range of tastes and keeping the party going across three nights:
Thursday, May 7
- 6:15 pm — Michael Farrell
- 8:30 pm — The Texas Thunder Band
Friday, May 8
- 6:15 pm — Teague Brothers
- 8:30 pm — Josh Ward
Saturday, May 9
- 1:30 pm — J.A.G.
- 3:45 pm — Mudflats
- 6:00 pm — Catalina Wine Mixer
- 8:30 pm — Shinyribs
From honky-tonk to swing, roots-rock to local crowd pleasers, there’s something for everyone to tap their feet to and enjoy.
More Than Just Music
The Texas Crab Festival is more than a stage-show. It’s a full-on Gulf Coast family-friendly celebration of food, art, community and fun: from crab gumbo cook-offs and wiener dog races to a 5K run/walk, kid zone, vendor booths and shoreline atmosphere. (Texas Crab Festival)
Held each year by the nonprofit Bolivar Peninsula Charities (formerly Texas Crab Festival Charities), proceeds support local scholarships, youth camps and community services on the Bolivar Peninsula. (Texas Crab Festival)
Practical Info for Attendees
- Dates: Thursday, May 7 through Saturday, May 9, 2026.
- Location: Swedes Park, 1605 Hwy 87, Crystal Beach (on the Bolivar Peninsula, TX).
- Want to stay updated? Follow the festival’s Facebook page for announcements. (Facebook)
Why You Should Go
- Music for everyone: Whether you’re into country two-step, roots rock rhythms or big band swing-like vibes, this lineup spans styles and age groups.
- Beach + festival combo: One minute you’re enjoying the Gulf Coast breeze, next you’re enjoying live music under the stars – a pretty unbeatable mix.
- Support local community: Your attendance helps the Bolivar Peninsula community through the festival’s charitable work.
- Family-friendly fun: From kids zone to wiener dog races, vendors to food booths, it’s not just for the adults.
Final Notes
If you are looking for a weekend getaway that offers live music, beach atmosphere, seafood and community spirit, the 2026 Texas Crab Festival is shaping up to be a highlight. Save the dates, invite friends, and plan for three days of sun, sand, crabs and tunes!
