Okeechobee Music & Arts Festival (OMF) returns for its 10-year reunion with a renewed spirit – and a nod to the rich legacy of music and visual artistry. To mark the occasion, OMF has partnered with British artist Nigel Waymouth, whose visionary poster designs defined the psychedelic era, to create an original artwork for the 2026 event. Set for March 19-22, 2026, the beloved Florida independent music festival’s upcoming first gathering in three years will take place in the magical South Florida nature paradise of Sunshine Grove and promises a powerful reconnection with music, art, and community.
Known for co-producing iconic posters that helped define the aesthetic of the psychedelic era, the new piece for Okeechobee Music & Arts Festival 2026 sees Waymouth returning to poster art for the first time in decades, continuing his lifelong celebration of peace, love, and life in color. An exclusive behind-the-scenes mini-documentary detailing the screen printing process of the Okeechobee art as well as Waymouth’s storied past as an artist and historic ties to music and popular culture, premieres today on YouTube.
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A true icon of art, fashion, music, and culture, Nigel Waymouth has influenced generations of artists and musicians across the globe. Born in India but raised in Argentina, Waymouth moved to England in 1954, where he completed his education at University College London. In February 1966, Waymouth launched the now-legendary King’s Road boutique, Granny Takes a Trip, for which he designed clothes and the regularly changing shopfronts that were its signature feature. He soon teamed with fellow artist Michael English as the graphic design partnership, Hapshash & The Coloured Coat, and together they created many of the quintessential psychedelic pop posters of that era that continue to define the era. Indeed, their work with such artists as Pink Floyd, Jimi Hendrix, The Rolling Stones, The Who, and many others is now part of the permanent collection of London’s Victoria and Albert Museum and is often featured prominently in retrospective exhibitions worldwide.
Since 1970, Waymouth has pursued a career as a fine artist, focusing on painting and portraiture, with many of his works now included in distinguished public and private collections. Having lived in California for over a decade, Waymouth now lives in London, where he continues to create masterful works of art – including the visionary Okeechobee Music & Arts Festival 2026 poster, marking his first original music poster art since the 1970s.
“Okee reminded me of something: not the scene, but the spirit,” says Nigel Waymouth. “I felt it was time for a little revival, to show the next generation what their forefathers have produced. With this piece and all of my art, I hope to remind everyone to always give peace a chance!”
"I wanted to create a poster that would last for eternity, and bring the art back into the Okeechobee Music & Arts Festival, while providing a platform that highlights talented artists,” says OMF Founder and Soundslinger Chairman Rechulski. “That's where the initial thought came from. Nowadays, generally speaking, lineup posters are inundated with artist names, and one cannot appreciate the art. I wanted to mark the moment by having a different artist interpret the art for the festival every year, starting with Nigel Waymouth. The whole process has been a lot of fun, and that's what it's all about.”
Founded in 2016 with a mandate of authenticity, kindness, and respect between each other and the environment we inhabit, Okeechobee Music & Arts Festival 2026 will once again celebrate the spirit of music, arts, and community with a diverse, multi-genre lineup and only-at-Okeechobee immersive experiences unlike those found at any other festival event. OMF 2026 will see the event getting back to its roots, with headlining acts across electronic, rock, hip-hop, indie, and beyond. Complete details will be unveiled soon. Sign-ups to receive news from The Portal and priority access to tickets when they go on sale this Fall are available now at www.okeechobeefest.com/newsletter.
Located in Okeechobee County – a one-to-two-and-a-half-hour drive from South Florida’s major cities, including Orlando, West Palm Beach, Tampa, Miami, and Fort Lauderdale – Sunshine Grove is a picturesque 830+ acre natural oasis that boasts sweeping grasslands, pine and palmetto jungles, and expansive lakes and waterways that create a truly unique tropical country landscape. From sprawling groves to undiscovered forests, the unique organic elements that inhabit Sunshine Grove inspire a profound recognition of the influence and significance of the natural environment that serves as the backdrop and home for tens of thousands of campers and music fans for four epic nights under the country starscape.
OMF invites individuals from all over to join together in the sanctuary of Sunshine Grove’s natural paradise, where the only rule is to be fully present within yourself and the community, to reach new connections and understandings through music, dance, the arts, and the simple pleasure of sharing a meal with new and old friends alike. Along with what promises to be most exciting artist lineup for the gathering’s 10-year reunion, OMF 2026 will travel beyond the boundaries of entertainment to offer enrichment and experiences that are intrinsically connected to the surrounding ecosystem, from the captivating art installations around Chobeewobee Village and mindfulness practices taught in yoga, running and fitness classes to environmental lessons at the Earth Arts Academy and beyond.
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ABOUT OMF 2026 LLC:
OMF 2026 LLC, an affiliate of Soundslinger, is the owner, manager, and operator and responsible party for the organization, planning, and production of the OMF 2026, taking place March 19-22, 2026, at Sunshine Grove in Okeechobee, Florida. OMF 2026 LLC is led by a team of seasoned music industry professionals with extensive experience in event production and music festival management, ensuring a high-quality and unforgettable experience for all attendees.
ABOUT SOUNDSLINGER:
Soundslinger is an independent real estate and live event company dedicated to developing music, art, and lifestyle experiences that create lasting value for both fans and the Okeechobee community. Situated on its picturesque 830+ acre property - Sunshine Grove - in Okeechobee, Florida, the company has become a cornerstone of cultural engagement in Florida. Since its founding in 2015 by Rechulski and a group of music industry veterans, Soundslinger has curated OMF, drawing over 175,000 attendees and showcasing an impressive roster of more than 750 renowned artists across multiple stages. Past headliners have included globally celebrated acts such as Mumford & Sons, Kendrick Lamar, Skrillex, Usher feat. The Roots, Snoop Dogg, Tame Impala, Kings of Leon, Post Malone, Daryl Hall & John Oates, Sven Vath, and Griz, among many others. Soundslinger is dedicated to shaping and enriching Florida’s cultural landscape through its events that thoughtfully blend music, the arts, nature, and camping for an unparalleled experience.
