Keeping Florida Folk Alive: Inside WillFest 2026 [VIDEO]

Ashley Brace, Editor-In-Chief

March 21, 2026

The Will McLean Music Festival, known as WillFest, brings musicians, storytellers and community members together each year in Brooksville, Florida to celebrate the state’s folk traditions. This video recap highlights performances, the festival’s Youth Program and the community that continues to keep Florida folk music alive.

Produced by The Patriot Press | Reporting, videography and editing by Ashley Brace

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Ashley Brace, Editor-In-Chief: Copy

Ashley Brace is currently pursuing a career in Radiology here at CF. She enjoys writing and all things spooky and is excited to get back into journalism for Patriot Press.