We look forward to seeing you at the Maryland Seafood Festival.  Some of the most frequently asked questions are highlighted below.  However, if you have additional questions, please don’t hesitate to contact us at  info@mdseafoodfestival.com

Where is Sandy Point State Park?

What are the festival hours?

• Friday, Sept. 10 – 11 a.m. to 9 p.m.
• Saturday, Sept. 11 – 11 a.m. to 9 p.m.
• Sunday, Sept. 12 – 11 a.m. to 7 p.m.

What is the Admission Price for the Festival?

General Adult Admission – $10 online ($12 at gate)

 

Kids (6-10 years) – $8; Kids (5 & Under) – Free

 

VIP Tickets – $60/Individual or $100/Couple

Includes admission, seafood sampler card, free beer/soda, private eat under tent, private bathroom. Purchase online and receive one complimentary parking pass for on-site parking.

 

$2 Discount – Win-Win! You and the Maryland Food Bank

Get $2 off your general admission at the Gate with a non-perishable food donation to benefit the Maryland Food Bank.

How can I purchase tickets?
Tickets can be purchased at the Festival or online.  Purchasing online will save you time and money.  Click here for online purchases. 

Does Admission include all you can eat food/drink?
General Admission does not include food or drink.  Food inside the festival is purchased with tickets. Food tickets are sold in $1 increments and the food tickets can be redeemed for food, soda, water, beer and wine. Most everything except for arts & crafts (by local artisans) is purchased with food tickets the day of the event. The purchase of food tickets helps support local organizations and charities. Food tickets can be purchased at the festival with cash or credit card. There are also ATM’s located on grounds.  The Seafood Sampler Card and Crab Soup Cook off are not included in general admission and these tickets can be purchases separately.  The VIP Package however does include beer and soda as well as a seafood sampler card.

What does the VIP Package include?
VIP Tickets: $60/Individual or $100/Couple Includes admission, seafood sampler card, free beer/soda, private eat under tent, private bathroom.  Purchase online and receive one complimentary parking pass for on-site parking. The seafood sampler card allows you one tasting item at participating food vendors (approximately 10).  This is a small tasting sample the food vendor has chosen for our event.  (sampler food items include:  mini crab cornbread, rockfish, mini crab cake, gumbo, colossal grilled shrimp, shrimp salad, crab quesadilla, oyster shooter, jalapeno crab Rangoon, and healthier frozen treat)

What do I get with the Seafood Sampler Card and how much does it cost?
The seafood sampler card can be purchased for $15 and allows you one tasting item at participating food vendors (approximately 10).  This is a small tasting sample the food vendor has chosen for our event.  (sampler food items include:  mini crab cornbread, rockfish, mini crab cake, gumbo, colossal grilled shrimp, shrimp salad, crab quesadilla, oyster shooter, jalapeno crab Rangoon, and healthier frozen treat).  Note:  The sampler card is included when you purchase a VIP ticket.

Is there a fee to enter the crab cake eating or crab picking contests?
These contests are free and you can sign up at the festival.

What is there to do besides taste seafood?
Live entertainment is provided on two stages during the weekend long event.  Special events include the 20th annual crab soup cookoff, crab picking contests, crab cake eating contest, variety of demonstrations and much more.  The Festival also features a sports bar and beer garden, an entire tent featuring artisans and vendors, variety of children activities, senior expo on Friday, and much more. There is plenty to do, for all members of the family, including:

• Live music performances
• Local charities selling delicious treats
• The Capital’s Crab Soup Cook-Off Saturday
• Creative craft booths
• Phillips Crab Eating Contest Sunday
• Cantler’s Crab Picking Contest Sunday
• Wine Demos Saturday & Sunday
• Brewery Demo Sunday
• Giant Food Cooking Shows
• Healthcraft Cooking Shows
• Senior Expo

New this year:

• New professional food vendors– enjoy food from Phillip’s Restaurant, Red Hot & Blue, Real Seafood Co., Lures Bar & Grill, Annapolis Seafood Markets, West End Grill, Watermans Tavern and more.
• Castles in the Sand - watch as Randy Hofman builds sculptures in the sand all weekend long. Chances are you’ve seen his work in Ocean City.
• “Dessert Island”- Try some tasty treats from many local restaurants/caterers.

Anything special for kids?

What musicians will be playing?

Can I volunteer to help?

Where can I park?

Can I bring my dog to the Festival?
Dogs are not allowed on Festival Grounds in accordance with State Park Regulations.  Please visit the following website for additional information.  http://www.dnr.state.md.us/publiclands/pets.asp 

For more information contact: info@mdseafoodfestival.com