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UPDATED May 9, 2026 at 9:00 PM ET
May 8, 2026 at 9:00 PM ET
Country Thunder Florida kicks off in Clearwater
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Country fans gathered at Coachman Park as Country Thunder Florida began a weekend of live music, vendors and food.
WHO: Country music fans and festival attendees; Country Thunder Florida organizers and performers
WHAT: Country Thunder Florida festival kickoff with live performances, vendors, food and festival activities
WHEN: May 8, 2026 at 6:49 PM ET
WHERE: Coachman Park, Clearwater
WHY: The festival is a scheduled weekend event featuring live country music and related activities.
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