Maryland Seafood Festival
About this event
The Maryland Seafood Festival is a food festival in Annapolis, Maryland, at Sandy Point State Park. The 2026 event takes place Sep 12–13, 2026. A Chesapeake Bay tradition since 1966, drawing seafood lovers to Sandy Point State Park for crab, oysters, shrimp, and locally caught fish prepared dozens of ways. Live music, the Crab Soup Cook-Off, Skipjack Heritage Days, arts vendors, beer and oyster tastings, and family activities make it one of Maryland's signature coastal festivals.
Annual, second weekend in September
Location & directions
Sandy Point State Park, 1100 E College Pkwy, Annapolis, MD 21409
Frequently asked questions
When is Maryland Seafood Festival 2026?
Maryland Seafood Festival takes place Sep 12–13, 2026 in Annapolis, Maryland. Annual, second weekend in September
Where is Maryland Seafood Festival held?
Maryland Seafood Festival is held in Annapolis, Maryland, at Sandy Point State Park, 1100 E College Pkwy, Annapolis, MD 21409.
What is Maryland Seafood Festival?
A Chesapeake Bay tradition since 1966, drawing seafood lovers to Sandy Point State Park for crab, oysters, shrimp, and locally caught fish prepared dozens of ways.
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