Friday, May 1, 2026

Chincoteague Seafood Festival!

         (Chincoteague CC photo; text from a i)

The 56th Annual Chincoteague Seafood Festival is scheduled for Saturday, May 2, 2026. It will take place from 10:00 AM to 4:00 PM at Tom’s Cove Park. [1, 2, 3]
Tickets are currently on sale but are limited and frequently sell out before the event day. They are priced at $65 per person, while children under age 5 are free
  • Availability: Tickets are in high demand and often sell out early. As of mid-April, reports indicated fewer than 500 tickets remained.
  • Where to Purchase: You can buy tickets online through the Chincoteague Chamber of Commerce or via the Chincoteague Seafood Festival Eventbrite page.
  • In-Person/Phone: Tickets are also available at the Chamber office at 6733 Maddox Blvd. or by calling 757-336-6161.
  • Optional Upgrades: Early Access Passes are available for an additional $200 per pair, allowing entry at 9:00 AM for setup.
  • Festival Timeline: Gates open at 10:00 AM, appetizer service begins at 11:00 AM, and the main seafood tents open at noon.
The festival features all-you-can-eat fresh local seafood, including clams, oysters, steamed shrimp, and fried fish, alongside live music from Island Boy.
(See WHRO article)

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