Maryland Seafood Festival
It’s official – The Maryland Seafood Festival is returning to Sandy Point State Park.
September 14th and 15th, 2024
11am – 7pm
Sandy Point State Park, Annapolis, MD
Click here for final grounds map and Menus
We can’t wait to see you at this staple of Maryland heritage back at Sandy Point State Park!
aThe event is rain or shine!
Parking – limited pre-purchased parking spots are available online for $10. Additional spaces may be available day of for $15.
There is NO parking at Anne Arundel Community College on Sunday.
BACK 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 September 5, 2024.
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. Tickets are non-refundable but are exchangeable. Pets are not allowed!
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Tickets
| Options | Prices |
|---|---|
| General Admission – regular | $15 |
| General Admission – day of | $20 |
| Kids (12 & under) | FREE |
| Crab Soup Cook-Off (Saturday Only) | $15 (Limited ticket availability, get yours now!) |
| Steamed Crabs (1/2 dozen) | Pre-Order $40. Limited availability and Market Price the day of event. |
| Naptown Seafood Sampler Includes 8 samples from local area restaurants plus a drink (beer, water, soda). |
$25 (Limited ticket availability) |
DAILY 2024 SCHEDULE (check back for updates)
| Time | Activity/Event | Location |
|---|---|---|
| 11:00am | Festival Opens to the Public | |
| 11:15am | Rick & the Revolving Doors | Main Stage |
| 11:30am – Soup runs out or 2:30pm | Crab Soup Cook-Off | Beer & Oyster Tent |
| 12:45pm | Honey Sol | Main Stage |
| 2:15pm | 8 Ohms Band | Main Stage |
| 3:15pm | Crab Cake Eating contest | Main Stage |
| 3:45pm | Sons of Pirates & the Big Buffett Band | Main Stage |
| 6:00pm | All You Need | Main Stage |
| 7:00pm | Festival Closes | Please Drive Safely |
| Time | Activity/Event | Location |
|---|---|---|
| 11:00am | Festival Opens to the Public | |
| 11:15pm | Michael McHenry Tribe | Main Stage |
| 12:30pm | Bay Bridge Paddle Awards | Main Stage |
| 1:30pm | Lower Case Blues | Main Stage |
| 2:30pm | Crab Cake Eating contest | Main Stage |
| 3:15pm | Sweet Leda | Main Stage |
| 4:30pm | Oyster Shucking contest | Main Stage |
| 5:00pm | Area 301 Band | Main Stage |
| 7:00pm | Festival Ends | Please drive safely! |
Ongoing Activities
| Things to Do | September 14 | September 15 |
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| Festival Doors Open | 11:00am | 11:00am |
| Beer & Oyster Tent | 11:00am-7:00pm | 11:00am-7:00pm |
| Kids inflatables | 11:00am-7:00pm | 11:00am-7:00pm |
| Crab Soup Cook-off | 11:30am-with ticket | |
| Paint & Sip | 4:30pm-with ticket | 4:30pm-with ticket |
| Chef Demos | 12:00, 2:00 | |
| XPogo Demonstrations | 12:30pm, 2:45pm, 5:15pm | 12:30pm, 2:45pm, 5:15pm |
| Washington Spirit Ambassadors (beach) | 11:00am-7:00pm | |
| Peake Social Beach Volleyball | 1:00pm-4:00pm | |
| Festival Closes | 7:00pm | 7:00pm |
Things to Do
on Sat. 9/14 from 11:30 am until 2:30 or sooner if the soup runs out!
Oyster Shucking
Crab Picking
Refreshments
Click here for 2024 menu and map.
Bun’d Up
Old Line Crab Company
MacBrand Food
BBQ Bueno
Snack Vendors:
Kona Ice
Black Horse Kettle Corn
Sweet Satisfaction Ice Cream
Legacy Leading Concessions
Kathy’s Mini Donuts
Sweet Piggy
Frequently Asked Questions
Saturday, September 14, 2024 – 11 a.m. to 7 p.m.
Sunday, September 15, 2024 – 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 – $80/$150
Parking is available at Sandy Point State Park ($10 in advance, $15 at the gate) and at Anne Arundel Community College Arnold Campus for $5 with free shuttle to the festival (Saturday).There in NO parking at Anne Arundel Community College on Sunday.
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 on the festival grounds unless they are registered service animals.
Live entertainment is provided during the weekend long event. Special events include Crab Soup Cookoff, Craft Beer & Oyster Tastings, bay themed crafts, Chef Demos and much more. The Festival also features an 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!
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VIP includes up front parking, VIP bathrooms, unlimited beer, wine, soda & water, with a great view of the Chesapeake Bay.
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 our partner hotel, the Crown Plaza in Annapolis. Simply click here to be directed to the site with the discount. Dates can be adjusted for your length of stay.
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 large pavilions located on the Festival grounds.
Hurricanes and other strong forces of nature may force us to cancel/re-schedule.
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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