Oyster Roast
Frequently Asked Questions

• How much does it cost and what is included?

  General Admission – *available for sale November 30, 2020

  $17.50/advanced; $25 day of –  (online & official Visitor Centers). Children 10 and under are free with an adult general admission ticket. Includes entry into event.  The general admission ticket grants you access into the festival. Once inside, you may purchase food & beverage tickets separately with a debit or credit card. This is a cashless event.

  VIP – $150 before December 31, 2020 and $180 starting January 1st, 2021. These frequently sell out, so encouraged to buy in advance. VIP has its own supply of unlimited food (including steamed oysters) and beverages under the tent. Food not within VIP is not included and can be purchased separately with a debit or credit card. 21+ section. No kids allowed. This is a cashless event. See main event page for menu.

• What am I allowed to bring inside of the festival?

  Allowed: Strollers | Wagons | Foldable Chairs | Oyster Knives and Gloves

  Not allowed: Pets | Coolers | Outside Food and Beverages | Foldable Tables

• What is new this year to adhere to suggested COVID-19 protocol guidelines?
  • The event will be cashless (food & beverage tickets will be purchased with debit or credit cards only)
  • Socially distanced (vendors and lines will be spaced a minimum of 6′ apart)
  • All attendees must wear a mask (unless seated and enjoying oysters or cold beer)
  • Additional hand washing stations and sanitizing stands placed throughout the event
  • All volunteers and event staff will be masked, frequently hand washing and sanitized, and following CDC guidelines.
• Is the event rain or shine?

  Yes, the event will be rain or shine!  Think of the Oyster Festival like you do mail delivery – good anytime!

• How much does the food cost?

  Food can be purchased from a variety of vendors. Food items range from $1 – $6.

  Oysters are available by the bucket, steamed. One bucket is around 2 1/2 dozen oysters and is market value.

• How long is the event?

  Gates open at 10am and the event ends 5pm. For a full schedule of events and offerings, please see our event page on the website.

• Is there a cost for parking?

  There is no charge for general parking and the attendants will guide you into a parking space. Handicap parking is available for free. These spots are first-come first-serve.