Estuary Fest 2026

The Guana Tolomato Matanzas National Estuarine Research Reserve (GTMNERR) hosts Estuary Fest 2026 from 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. on Saturday, September 19, 2026. This annual event in Ponte Vedra Beach celebrates National Estuaries Week and offers a mix of music, art, food, entertainment, and educational activities for all ages.

The Estuary Fest is free and open to everyone. The event features food trucks, a raffle, and a scavenger hunt with cool prize bags loaded with goodies. 

GTMNERR is one of 29 national estuarine research reserves in the U.S., devoted to protecting the natural biodiversity and cultural resources within the nation's estuaries as well as providing educational programs and conducting research.

Estuary Fest 2026 is your opportunity to enjoy the beauty of Florida's coastal ecosystems while learning about the vital role estuaries play in our environment.

Admission: Free

When: 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. on Saturday, September 19, 2026.

Where: GTMNERR Education Center, 505 Guana River Road, Ponte Vedra Beach, Florida 32082

About GTMNERR: The Guana Tolomato Matanzas National Estuarine Research Reserve is a protected stretch of land consisting of wetlands, estuaries, and more on Florida's East Coast that actively works to maintain and help preserve Florida's natural landscape. GTMNERR's volunteers and employees are dedicated to the preservation of an unspoiled and undeveloped natural treasure, supporting a vibrant ecosystem and subsystems.