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The November 21 and 22 festival will feature traditional dancing, music, food, demonstrations and a living Creek village.
The Santa Rosa Band of the Lower Muscogee will host Creek Fest 2026 on Saturday, November 21, and Sunday, November 22, at its tribal grounds in Milton.
The family festival runs from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. both days. General admission costs $5, children younger than 7 enter free and onsite parking is free.
Creek Fest combines nationally recognized performers with traditional dancing, food, crafts, historical presentations and cultural demonstrations.
Creek Fest Dates and Location
Saturday, November 21, and Sunday, November 22, 2026
9 a.m. to 6 p.m. both days
Santa Rosa Band of the Lower Muscogee Tribal Grounds
4750 Willard Norris Road
Milton, Florida 32570
General admission: $5
Children younger than 7: Free
Parking: Free
Tickets are available online through Eventbrite and will also be sold onsite.
Traditional Music and Dancing
Creek Fest will feature Pow Wow drumming by the Drum of the Red Boys, Pow Wow style dancing and traditional Creek stomp dancing.
Announced performers include Billy Whitefox, Ed Wind Dancer, Jamie and Joe Empert of Earthsong Voyage, hoop dancer Lowery Begay, Medicine Tail Drum and Otter Oliver’s Dance Exhibition Team.
The official schedule indicates cultural programming will continue across both festival days.
Visitors are encouraged to bring lawn chairs or blankets because seating may be limited.
Living History and Demonstrations
A living Creek village will allow visitors to learn about historical traditions through guided presentations and demonstrations.
The Battle of Chumuckla reenactment is scheduled for 2 p.m. on both Saturday and Sunday. The presentation commemorates an 1814 conflict involving militia forces and Creek residents of Chumuckla Village.
Additional activities include traditional food preparation, an authentic hunting camp, weapons demonstrations and hands on crafts for children.
Visitors should follow directions from reenactors and remain outside marked demonstration areas.
Food, Crafts and Vendors
Creek Fest will include traditional and contemporary food, including roasted corn and fry bread.
Artisans and vendors are expected to offer jewelry, pottery, beadwork, clothing, crafts and cultural items.
The organizer recommends bringing cash because not every vendor may accept cards. Outside alcohol is prohibited.
Respectful photography is permitted, although visitors should ask before photographing individuals or ceremonies at close range.
Weather and Accessibility
Creek Fest is scheduled to take place rain or shine.
Accessible parking is available, and service animals are welcome. The organizer has not published detailed information about paved routes, restroom accessibility or wheelchair access throughout the tribal grounds.
Anyone requiring specific accommodations should contact the Santa Rosa Band before purchasing tickets.
Why Creek Fest Is Worth the Drive
Creek Fest gives Northwest Florida families an opportunity to experience Muscogee Creek music, dance, food and history through presentations led by the community preserving those traditions.
The low admission price and free parking also make it an affordable full day outing from Pensacola, Navarre, Pace or Milton.
Buy tickets online or plan to pay at the entrance, then check the official event page before leaving home for any schedule or weather updates.
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