Welcome to the Urbanna Oyster Festival!

Experience the Urbanna Oyster Festival, Virginia’s official celebration of oysters and one of the world’s oldest festivals dedicated to these prized shellfish. Held annually in Urbanna on the first consecutive Friday and Saturday of November, this event draws over 50,000 visitors from across Virginia and beyond, transforming the town of just 500 residents into a bustling hub of excitement.

As a "pay-as-you-go" festival, entry is free, but certain areas like VIP experiences, parking, and the wine section may require a fee. Whether you’re there for the oysters, live music, parades, or simply soaking in the festive atmosphere, all are invited to join in the fun at the Urbanna Oyster Festival!

Schedule of Events

November 1, 2024

Fine Art Show
10:00AM - 5:00PM
Art Show Area

Carnival
10:00AM - 5:00PM
Carnival Area

Jonathan Austin (Juggler/Magician)
Children's Area
10:00AM - 4:00PM
Festival Village

Storytime & Craft in Children's Area
Presented by Book Author & Illustrator Nan Carlton
11:00 - 11:55AM
Festival Village

Craft Beer Tasting
11:00AM - 5:00PM
Craft Beer Area

Virginia Wine Tasting
11:00AM - 5:00PM
Wine Tasting Area

Fish Printing Project in Children's Area
Presented by Bay School Community Arts Center
12:00PM
Festival Village

Kids Yoga in Children's Area
1:00 - 1:45PM
Festival Village

Queen & Little Miss Spat Competition
4:00PM
Firehouse Stage

Kids Yoga in Children's Area
4:00 - 4:45PM
Festival Village

Fireman's Parade
7:00PM

Music Line-Up

Festival Village

Sweet Justice
(Southern Rock)
10:00AM - 4:30PM
Scottish Factor Store

Robert Keyes
(Multi-facet Solo Fingerstyle Guitarist)?
10:00AM - 3:00PM

Virginia Wine Area
Morgan Stewart
(R&B/Soul)
11:00AM - 4:00PM

Firehouse Stage
Exit 38
Fireman's Dance
(Southern Rock)
8:00PM

November 2, 2024

Fine Art Show
9:00AM - 3:00PM
Art Show Area

Carnival
9:00AM - 5:00PM
Carnival Area

Wooden Steamboat Craft
in Children's Area
Presented by Steamboat Era Museum
10:00AM
Festival Village

Drum Circle in Children's Area
Presented by CA&J Herb & Music Farm
11:00 - 11:45AM
Festival Village

Virginia Oyster Shucking Competition
11:00AM
Firehouse Stage

Craft Beer Tasting
11:00AM - 5:00PM
Craft Beer Area

Virginia Wine Tasting
11:00AM - 5:00PM
Virginia Wine Area

Magic Show in Children's Area
Presented by Hunter Rhodes Magic
12:00 - 1:00PM
Festival Village

Drum Circle in Children's Area
Presented by CA&J Herb & Music Farm
1:00 - 1:45PM
Festival Village

Oyster Festival Parade
2:00PM
Parade Entry Form

Painting Project in Children's Area
Presented by Shawna Hambley
12:00PM
Festival Village

Storytime & Craft in Children's Area
Presented by Book Author & Illustrator Nan Carlton
4:00 - 4:55PM
Festival Village

Music Line-Up

Festival Village
Tom Euler
(Blues)
10:00AM - 12:30PM

Waterfront
Chris & Jane
(Americana)
10:00AM - 5:00PM

Virginia Wine Area
SlowBurn Duo
(Acoustic Guitar & Folk/Americana)
11:00AM - 4:30PM

Scottish Factor Store
Robert Keyes
(Multi-facet Solo Fingerstyle Guitarist)?
10:00AM - 3:00PM

Date:
November 1-2, 2024

Hours:
November 1, 2024 from 10:00am to 8:00pm
November 2, 2024 from 9:00am to 5:00pm

Location:
Various Venues in Urbanna, VA 23175

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