A Naturist Music Festival in Florida? Now That’s My Kind of Weekend!

Imagine a lakeside naturist resort with campervan pitches, heated swimming pools, palm trees and a charity music festival where nobody needs to worry about what to wear. Lauren discovers a rather different side of Florida.

I’ve always thought music festivals would be considerably more enjoyable if they involved fewer muddy wellies, less queuing for toilets and absolutely no arguments about what to wear.

Well, I’ve discovered somewhere that appears to have solved at least one of those problems!

Today, Saturday 24 October, a naturist resort in Florida is hosting a charity music festival called Nude-A-Palooza, with tribute bands, outdoor entertainment and a clothing-optional atmosphere.

And before anyone starts checking flights from Manchester, I’m not suggesting we can all magically arrive in Florida by lunchtime. The event is happening today, but the place hosting it is worth discovering for a future holiday.

It’s called Cypress Cove Nudist Resort, and I’ve been exploring what makes it such an interesting destination for naturists who enjoy travelling independently.

A naturist community beside a Florida lake

Cypress Cove is situated in Kissimmee, within easy reach of Orlando.

The resort occupies approximately 300 acres, including a substantial lake, recreational grounds and protected wetlands.

What particularly appeals to me is that this isn’t simply somewhere to sunbathe without clothes. It’s an established community where naturism is woven into everyday life.

There are two heated swimming pools, hot tubs, restaurants, recreational facilities and a lakeside area where guests can relax.

You can enjoy a meal, meet friends, attend social activities or simply spend a quiet afternoon reading.

And that’s the sort of naturist environment I love.

We don’t spend our lives thinking about being naked. We make breakfast, have conversations, enjoy our hobbies and get on with ordinary things. The absence of clothing simply becomes unremarkable.

Cypress Cove’s rules reflect that approach. Nudity is welcome throughout the resort, including its restaurants and social events, while the swimming pools and hot tubs operate without swimming costumes.

The emphasis is firmly on respectful, non-sexual social naturism.

A little music, a lot of community spirit

Today’s Nude-A-Palooza festival is a particularly lovely example of how a naturist community can bring people together.

The event begins at noon, Florida time, and features live tribute-band performances.

General admission is advertised at US$60 per person, with proceeds supporting the Florida Cancer Specialists Foundation.

There’s also a rather appealing camping package.

For US$170 per person, the resort advertises a combination ticket including festival admission and up to two nights of unserviced tent camping, with a maximum stay of three days.

That’s the sort of weekend I could get enthusiastic about. A comfortable place to sleep, live music, new people to meet and a worthwhile charitable cause.

Of course, those prices relate specifically to the 24 October 2026 event. They are published prices, not confirmation that tickets or camping spaces remain available.

The festival is described as an annual occasion, although no date for a 2027 edition has been independently confirmed.

For anyone considering future travel, I’d keep an eye on the resort’s events calendar rather than assume next year’s arrangements will be identical.

But what about the campervan?

Now we’re getting to my favourite part.

Cypress Cove has a dedicated campsite and motorhome park, offering fully serviced pitches, pitches with water and electricity, and unserviced camping.

The fully serviced pitches have concrete parking areas, while the campsite provides laundry and bathroom facilities.

The resort’s published 2026 rates are quite useful for comparing the options.

For a non-member staying at least two nights, a fully serviced motorhome pitch is advertised at US$87 per night. A pitch with water and electricity costs US$80, while unserviced camping is US$73.

The accommodation rate includes the resort’s daily grounds fees for up to two adults, although applicable taxes are additional.

For anyone who prefers a proper bed, the resort also offers studio rooms, larger villas and suites.

A studio villa for a non-member is advertised at US$207 per night for a stay of two nights or longer during the published low season. Special event weekends can attract higher rates, so I’d always obtain a date-specific quotation.

As someone who enjoys having her own little home on wheels, I’d be particularly interested in the camping area.

I’d probably fly to Florida and hire a suitable vehicle locally rather than attempt the rather ambitious task of getting my own campervan across the Atlantic.

There’s also something comforting about having your own space when travelling alone.

A familiar little routine, somewhere to prepare breakfast and the freedom to decide whether the day calls for adventure or absolutely nothing at all.

Exploring the Florida that isn’t all theme parks

Most people associate Orlando with enormous theme parks, rollercoasters and rather expensive souvenir shops.

But there’s another side to central Florida that interests me considerably more.

Not far from Kissimmee is Shingle Creek Regional Park, where visitors can explore natural landscapes on foot, by bicycle or on the water.

Shingle Creek is recognised as part of the headwaters of the Everglades, and the regional park includes walking routes and designated canoe and kayak access points.

Now that sounds much more like my sort of afternoon.

I’d love the contrast of spending a morning enjoying naturist life at Cypress Cove before heading out to explore Florida’s waterways and natural habitats.

The resort itself also advertises canoeing, kayaking, paddleboarding and fishing on its lake.

I’d be perfectly happy exploring the water by boat, but I wouldn’t assume that a Florida freshwater lake was suitable for wild swimming without explicit local guidance.

Naturism is wonderful, but sensible judgement is even better.

Travelling alone: what would I want to know?

I always pay particular attention to a resort’s atmosphere and expectations when considering somewhere new.

Cypress Cove publishes detailed rules covering respectful behaviour, privacy and photography.

Cameras aren’t permitted in public areas without staff approval, and photographing other guests without permission is prohibited.

For me, that’s important.

I enjoy the freedom of naturism, but I also value knowing that my privacy will be respected.

First-time visitors are welcomed through a registration process, and the resort offers an introductory tour.

Membership isn’t compulsory for a visit, although different membership categories affect admission and accommodation prices.

I’d contact reception before booking, explain that I was travelling alone and ask about the accommodation area, arrival arrangements and any activities that might be particularly welcoming for someone visiting independently.

There are practical considerations beyond the resort, too.

British travellers generally need an approved ESTA or appropriate visa before travelling to the United States. I’d also arrange comprehensive travel insurance, check my driving arrangements and plan to arrive during daylight.

Florida’s Atlantic hurricane season officially continues until 30 November, so anyone considering an autumn visit should monitor weather forecasts and travel advice carefully.

None of these precautions would put me off.

They’re simply part of travelling responsibly.

More than somewhere to take your clothes off

What I find appealing about Cypress Cove is the variety of ordinary life happening within its naturist community.

Somebody might be heading to the swimming pool. Someone else might be preparing lunch, meeting friends or enjoying a quiet walk.

And today, a whole community has an opportunity to come together for music and charity.

That’s something worth celebrating.

Naturism doesn’t need to be an isolated experience, restricted to a secluded beach or an occasional summer afternoon.

It can be social, adventurous, charitable, relaxing and wonderfully ordinary.

For me, that’s what makes destinations like Cypress Cove interesting.

They show how naturism can become part of a much bigger travel experience, rather than being the only reason for making the journey.

And I must admit, the thought of a lakeside campervan pitch, warm evenings and a music festival where I wouldn’t need to pack a festival outfit sounds rather tempting.

Would you enjoy a naturist music festival with hundreds of like-minded people, or would you rather find a quiet lakeside pitch and enjoy the peace?