Clewiston Sugar Festival, March 13-14

CLEWISTON, FL. -- The 2026 Clewiston Sugar Festival is currently taking place from March 13 to March 14, 2026, in Clewiston, Florida. This free event celebrates the local sugarcane harvest with live music, professional Gator and Wildlife shows, and a massive kids' carnival.

Friday, March 13 Schedule

Event Hours: 5:00 PM – 9:30 PM.
Kids' Carnival: Open from 5:30 PM – 9:30 PM.

Music Lineup:
DJ Nu Sound: 6:00 PM – 7:00 PM.
Yacht Rock Revue: 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM.
Evening Finale: Fireworks show to close the night. [3, 4, 5, 6, 7]

Saturday, March 14 Schedule

Event Hours: Starts at 8:00 AM.
Races & Sports:
Half Marathon: Starts at 6:45 AM (Packet pickup at 3:00 PM Friday).
5K/10K Races: Start at 8:00 AM.
Cornhole Tournament: Kicks off at 9:00 AM.

Attractions:
Kids' Carnival: Open from 10:00 AM – 5:30 PM.
Gator & Wildlife Shows: 11:00 AM and 2:00 PM at Library Park.
Sugar Express Train: Rides featuring the No. 148 steam locomotive.

Main Stage Music:
Zach John King: 1:00 PM – 2:00 PM.
Country Music Lineup: Afternoon and evening performances including Tyler Hubbard, Justin Moore, and Niko Moon.

Ongoing Features

Vendors & Food: Over 200 food and retail vendors located along Royal Palm Avenue.
Displays: Antique tractor and classic car displays available throughout the day.