Jimmy Buffet's Coral Reefer Band
When: January 16, 2026 8:00 PM
Where: Coffee Butler Amphitheater, Key West, FL 33040
Jimmy Buffett’s Coral Reefer Band will take the stage at the Coffee Butler Amphitheater on Friday, January 16, 2026, at 8:00 PM (doors open at 6:30 PM) for an all-ages show that keeps the late legend’s spirit alive. For over 50 years, the Coral Reefer Band helped Buffett craft the soundtrack of endless summers, salty breezes, and carefree living. After Buffett’s passing in 2023, the band—led by ten-time CMA Musician of the Year and Grammy-nominated Mac McAnally—continues to honor his wish to “keep the party going.” These musicians aren’t just performers; they were co-creators of Buffett’s legacy, contributing to over 30 albums and more than 40 tours. The powerhouse lineup includes percussionist Eric Darken (credits with Taylor Swift, Bon Jovi), steel drum virtuoso Robert Greenidge, pedal steel veteran Doyle Grisham, drummer and co-writer Roger Guth, trumpet master John Lovell, brothers Peter and Jim Mayer on guitar and bass, and keyboardist Mick Utley, son of longtime Coral Reefer Michael Utley. Adding vocal magic are the “Reeferettes” Nadirah Shakoor and Tina Gullickson, alongside honorary Reefers Scotty Emerick (hit songwriter of “Beer for My Horses”) and Will Kimbrough, Buffett’s longtime collaborator. Together, they transform every show into more than a concert—it’s a celebration of life, love, and music. Whether you’re a devoted Parrot Head or a first-time fan, this is an invitation to escape, sing along, and remember that with the Coral Reefer Band, the party never ends.
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