Maryland Seafood Festival
It’s official – The Maryland Seafood Festival is coming to Annapolis City Dock.
August 19-20, 2023
City Dock and Susan Campbell Park, Annapolis, MD
We can’t wait to see you at this staple of Maryland heritage!
Due to our new location, we have had to make some changes to the event. Please read below for more information.
The event is rain or shine!
Parking is at the Naval Academy Stadium and is available for purchase for SATURDAY or SUNDAY. You can pre-purchase your parking pass – parking will be $10 plus fee with a free shuttle to and from the festival. Shuttles will run continuously throughout the day. The link to purchase parking passes can also be found on our tickets to the festival. Parking will be $15 weekend of the festival.
NEW THIS YEAR – The Naptown Seafood Sampler! This sampler includes 8 samples from local area restaurants plus a drink (beer, water, soda) for only $25. Limited quantities are available so don’t miss out!
BACK BY POPULAR DEMAND – Jimmy’s Famous Seafood is taking pre-orders for steamed crabs. A LIMITED number of steamed crabs will be available on-site without pre-orders. PLEASE PRE-ORDER BY August 16, 2023.
The Maryland Seafood Festival hosts loads of seafood vendors, local shopping and vendor options, a fantastic beverage selection with lots of local craft beer and kids activities. The Crab Soup Cook-off will again occur on-site on Saturday and tickets are available in advance. We are excited to be including many of the local restaurants in the festival. Once you are done enjoying the festival, please wander around downtown Annapolis (DTA) and take advantage of the many establishments within walking distance.
Check out the free deck tours of the Mildred Belle! You can also join us for a sunset cruise on the Mildred Belle. Discount tickets available for Saturday and Sunday.
Tickets are non-refundable. NO PETS ALLOWED!
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Tickets
| Options | Prices |
|---|---|
| General Admission – Early Bird (ended) | $10 |
| General Admission – regular | $15 |
| General Admission – day of | $20 |
| Kids (12 & under) | FREE |
| Navy Stadium Parking w/free shuttle | $10 |
| Crab Soup Cook-Off (Saturday Only) | $15 (Limited ticket availability, get yours now!) |
| Steamed Crabs (1/2 dozen) | Pre-Order Ended. Limited availability and Market Price the day of event. |
| Naptown Seafood Sampler – SOLD OUT Includes 8 samples from local area restaurants plus a drink (beer, water, soda). |
SOLD OUT (Limited ticket availability) |
DAILY SCHEDULE
| Time | Activity/Event | Location |
|---|---|---|
| 11:00am | Festival Opens to the Public | |
| 11:00am | Hold Fast | Main Stage |
| 11:30am – Soup runs out or 2:30pm | Crab Soup Cook-Off | Beer & Oyster Tent |
| 1:00pm | Ruben Montoya | Main Stage |
| 2:30pm | Crab Cake Eating contest | Main Stage |
| 3:00pm | Mozaic | Main Stage |
| 3:00pm-7:00pm | Beer & Oyster Tasting | Beer & Oyster Tent |
| 5:00pm | Tony Stramella Band | Main Stage |
| 7:00pm | Festival Closes | Please Drive Safely |
| Time | Activity/Event | Location |
|---|---|---|
| 11:00am | Festival Opens to the Public | |
| 11:00pm | Shawn Musselman | Main Stage |
| 11:00am – 7:00pm | Beer & Oyster Tasting | Beer & Oyster Tent |
| 1:00pm | Ready Set Go! | Main Stage |
| 2:30pm | Crab Cake Eating contest | Main Stage |
| 3:00pm | All You Need | Main Stage |
| 4:30pm | Oyster Shucking contest | Main Stage |
| 5:00pm | Grayson Moon | Main Stage |
| 7:00pm | Festival Ends | Please drive safely! |
Ongoing Activities
| Things to Do | August 19 | August 20 |
|---|---|---|
| Festival Doors Open | 11:00am | 11:00am |
| Mildred Belle Deck Tours | 11am-6pm except 3:15pm-4pm | 11am-5:30pm except 3:15pm-4:15pm |
| Chesapeake Watermen Displays | All Day | All Day |
| United States Coast Guard | All Day | All Day |
| Eco-Adventures Exotic Animals | All Day | 11am – 5pm |
| Deep Eddy Experience | All Day | All Day |
| Festival Closes | 7:00pm | 7:00pm |
Things to Do
on Sat. 8/19 from 11:30 am until 2:30 or sooner if the soup runs out!
Oyster Shucking
Refreshments
Click here for 2023 menu and map.
Food vendors:
Jimmy’s Famous Seafood
Sherri’s Crab Cakes
McGarvey’s Saloon
Laughing Crab Catering
Green Valley Marketplace
Federal House Bar & Grille
Culture
Annapolis Market House
Mason’s Famous Lobster Rolls
The Choptank (in the oyster tent)
Funnel Fare
Cup O’ Dough
Kathy’s Donuts
Kona Ice
Frequently Asked Questions
Saturday, August 19, 2023 – 11 a.m. to 7 p.m.
Sunday, August 20, 2023 – 11 a.m. to 7 p.m.
- Early Bird General Admission – $10
- General Admission once Early Bird is sold out – $15
- General Admssion – day of – $20
- Kids – 12 & Under FREE
- VIP Tickets – TBD
Parking will be at the Naval Academy Stadium and requires a pre-purchased parking ticket, available online for $10. Parking at the stadium includes a free shuttle to the festival. The festival is over at 7:00pm and the shuttle will stop at 1 hour after at 8:00pm.
Additional parking options can be found at Visit Annapolis, Click Here.
General Admission does not include food or drink. Most food inside the festival is purchased via cash, although some food vendors accept credit cards.
Unfortunately, pets are not allowed at the festival.
Live entertainment is provided during the weekend long event. Special events include Crab Soup Cookoff, Craft Beer & Oyster Tastings, Deck Tours of the Mildred Belle, Deep Eddy Experience, Build a Reef Ball, Drive a Tesla (conditions apply) and much more. The Festival also features a large variety of artisans and craft vendors, interactive kids zone and much more. There is plenty to do, for all members of the family.
There’s lots to do for the kids!
- Entertainment Avenue Inflatables
- Build a Reef Ball
- Waterman Display
- Tour of a Working Fishing/Crab Boat
- Pogo stick shows
- and more!
Due to our new location, we are re-evaluating our VIP section and will update soon.
Coolers and outside food/beverages are not permitted at the festival. The purchase of food and beverages inside the festival helps support local organizations and charities. The Festival offers a wide variety of food, beer, wine, soda, tea, and water.
The festival offers a numerous areas to sit and enjoy your purchased food. Seating is also provided at the main stage. You are more than welcome to bring your own chairs if you would like, but keep in mind that space is limited.
Profanity or obscene gestures/references on any part of visible clothing/jackets/hats etc is not allowed. Attendee will be asked to remove items and/or refused admittance. Refunds will not be given.
Yes. The festival map will be updated and posted prior to the festival.
yes, the festival is handicap accessible.
Pop-up tents and beach umbrellas are not allowed at the festival.
Yes! There are discount rooms available for our customers at Country Inn and Suites by Radisson. Simply go to radissonhotelsamericas.com/countryinn, put in Annapolis for destination and use the Promotional Code = ABC23.
There is no RV parking at the Maryland Seafood Festival. You can find information on local RV parking at The Annapolis & Anne Arundel County Conference and Visitors Bureau website.
Tickets are non-refundable.
The Festival is open rain or shine. The event is held in an open air setting, however there are eat-under tents provided on the Festival grounds.
At this time, we do not have any volunteer opportunities.
Please read the information and complete our online bus reservation form if you would like to bring a bus group to the Maryland Seafood Festival.
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