Okeechobee County - Wednesday March 1, 2023: The Okeechobee Music & Arts Festival returns Thursday March 2 at the Sunshine Grove off NE 120 St. in Okeechobee.
The festival attracts visitors from around the world to hear the latest cutting edge, eclectic music from some of the biggest names in the business.
The Okeechobee Sheriff's Office issued a release today advising that "the roads will be crowded, people will be lost, and the stores will be bustling."
The Sheriff hopes that residents will "have patience, show courtesy, and plan for delays" on roadways, primarily along easterly and northerly routes.
Visitors in need of non-emergency assistance can call 863-763-3117, otherwise call 911 for an emergency.
Learn more about the festival and purchase tickets at: .https://okeechobee.frontgatetickets.com/