Sublime has revealed plans for their first-ever music festival, Me Gusta, debuting on May 9 in Fort Worth, Texas. The event at Panther Island Pavilion will feature the band alongside Slightly Stoopid as headliners, celebrating West Coast alternative culture. Tickets are now available starting at $89.99.
Festival Overview
Sublime's Me Gusta festival draws its name from the lyric 'Me gusta mi reggae, me gusta punk rock' in their song 'Caress Me Down,' capturing the band's blend of punk rock, hip-hop, reggae, and surf influences. Co-produced by Sublime and Brew Ha Ha Productions, the one-day event aims to honor the enduring spirit of West Coast alternative music. Attendees can also opt for a $15.99 brew sampling add-on, available to those 21 and older.
Key Performers and Lineup
Joining Sublime as co-headliners are longtime friends Slightly Stoopid, with additional artists expected to be revealed soon. The festival promises a lineup reflecting the diverse sounds that have defined Sublime's legacy, kept alive by fans and musicians across generations.
Quotes from Organizers
Jakob Nowell, Sublime's frontman, shared his excitement in a statement: 'It’s always been our dream to put on a festival for our friends and family. It’s punk rock, hip-hop, reggae, surf — all facets of true West Coast alternative culture... This is our era now and we got nothing but love for everyone coming with us.'
Event co-producer Cameron Collins of Brew Ha Ha Productions added: 'As someone who lives in the Dallas-Fort Worth area, I couldn’t be more excited to launch the first-ever Sublime Me Gusta Festival right in our own backyard. Sublime and Slightly Stoopid are two of the most influential bands of our generation... Fort Worth is the perfect place to kick off Sublime Me Gusta.'
Broader Context
This announcement comes as Sublime prepares for a milestone year in 2026, marking the 30th anniversary of their self-titled third album with performances at Red Rocks Amphitheatre on April 17 and 18. Their new album, Till the Sun Explodes, is set for release early next year.