Rock The Ocean’s Tortuga Music Festival celebrated its 10th anniversary on the sands of Fort Lauderdale Beach in South Florida on April 14, 15 & 16, 2023.
Day 2 was Saturday, April 15th, a spectacularly hot and sunny day. Tens of thousands of country music fans showed up early to hit the sands and hear the tunes. Fans were dressed in their best beachwear, with a splash of concert gear and the occasional costume.
Shania Twain, Carly Pearce, Jameson Rodgers, Brittney Spencer, Alexandra Kay and Dee Jay Silver shone as brightly as the sun on the Allegiant Main Stage. Shania Twain played a brilliant set featuring several joyful new songs, some acoustic covers and all of the many hits fans were delighted to dance and sing along to. Her main theme for the night was joy and celebrating what makes each person happy. Judging by the roar of the crowd, her music is one of the things that makes millions happy. Carly Pearce performed earlier on the main stage, and she took the opportunity to thank Shania for inspiring her, and so many others, to write their own songs, make their own rules and manifest their own destiny.
The Wallflowers, Dylan Scott, Mike., Tropidelic, Corey Kent and DJ Rock played the Sunset Stage presented by Visible by Verizon. This second main stage also hosted the entertaining Dating Game, where Tortuga fans competed for seat upgrades and a shot at love. This was an eclectic mix of artists, with a different set of fans showing up for each set.
Erin Kinsey, Tyler Booth, Chayce Beckham, Dylan Marlowe and Chase McDaniel graced the Next From Nashville stage presented by Bacardi. This stage was placed under a tent in the middle of the grounds, providing a nice stopping point between main stages. This intimate setting provided a great opportunity to get up close and personal with some rising stars.
With the sun blazing, Saturday was a great day to explore the festival grounds. VIP ticketholders had cabanas and a pool to cool off in. General Admission fans could explore the many vendor tents and activations, each offering a mini oasis amongst the packed beachside setting. There were many unique beverage choices available to cool down and fuel up.
Put Rock The Ocean’s Tortuga Music Festival on your must-see list, and it just may become one of your annual traditions.
Rock The Ocean’s Tortuga Music Festival 2023 Day 1 Review