S.O.S. Fest

Son of a Sailor Fest – or S.O.S. Fest – is a free celebration of Jimmy Buffett and Gulf Coast culture. This inaugural S.O.S. happens in the Buffett’s waterfront hometown, the port o’ call of Mobile, Alabama along the Gulf of Mexico.

Don’t miss this family-friendly street festival features a rollicking second line parade through downtown, parrot-head costume contests, and musical acts inspired by Jimmy Buffett! The lagniappe is the area’s unique and colorful coastal culture. Come dressed to de-stress.

Jimmy often said he was a “child of the Mardi Gras” which makes sense as Mobile is home to the oldest carnival celebration in the United States. There is no better way to kick off the party than with a brass band and a parade down the historic streets of Downtown Mobile!

Prepare for a day of great music guaranteed to get you on island time. A1A – The Official Jimmy Buffett Tribute Show will drop anchor at S.O.S. Fest and put on a show of Cat-5 proportions. Will Kimbrough, honorary Coral Reefer and songwriting collaborator with Jimmy Buffett (including “Bubbles Up”) will bring a mix of music and never before heard tales of his time with Buffett to the stage.

VIP (Very Important Parrothead) experience options available. Full music line-up and parade details dropping soon!

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