The Gainesville Guitar Festival celebrates stringed instrument artistry and acoustic and electric guitar culture in North Central Florida. Now in its third year, the festival uniquely combines world-class musical performances with interactive educational opportunities, bringing together accomplished guitarists, hands-on workshops, and community jam sessions. The 2026 edition features performances from acclaimed musicians including Kaki King, Mike Baggetta, the Ed White Trio, Welson Tremura, Erik Abernathy, and Christopher Paul Stelling, alongside demonstrations from local gear builders and equipment innovations. The festival's comprehensive programming includes a large-scale gear swap meet where attendees can explore and exchange instruments and equipment, specialized workshops on guitar techniques and collecting, open jam hours welcoming musicians of all levels, and dedicated kids' jam sessions introducing young musicians to guitar culture. Equipment makers and local music institutions participate, reflecting the festival's deep integration into Gainesville's musical community. The venue combines intimate listening-room performances with outdoor lawn-based exhibits and demonstrations, creating diverse musical experiences across two days. Whether attending for world-class performances, gear shopping, learning new techniques, or community connection, Gainesville Guitar Festival offers a comprehensive celebration of guitar culture accessible to musicians and enthusiasts of all experience levels.