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Enjoy fresh, local oysters and seafood with a great fall getaway on beautiful Chincoteague Island, Virginia.About this Event
Welcome to the 2026 Chincoteague Oyster Festival!
Join us at Tom's Cove Park on October 10, 2026 at 10:00 AM for a live music, great times, and all the Oysters you can enjoy!
RULES & REGULATIONS:
Wear Your Wristband
- All attendees must have a festival wristband prior to entrance to festival grounds.
- E-tickets must be scanned either by scanners at the entrance of Toms Cove Park or at the Will Call tent to acquire festival wristband.
Entering & Exiting
- Attendees can come and go to the festival grounds from 10am – noon.
- After Noon you will not be permitted to re-enter the festival grounds, wristbands will be cut as you exit.
Bring ID
- All attendees age 21 and over MUST provide a photo ID at the beer tent to purchase beer. No exceptions!
Do Not Remove Food from the Festival!
- Eat all you want, but do not remove food from the festival grounds.
- All coolers and bags are subject to search by festival staff and volunteers.
Prohibited on the Festival Grounds
- Pets
- Vehicles of ANY kind – including golf cart, one wheels, scooters, and bicycles
- Fire pits/rings
Agenda
🕑: 10:00 AM
Gates Open
Info: No Early Entry for Setup without an Early Access Pass. Items setup before 10am will be removed.
🕑: 11:00 AM
Appetizer Tents Begin Serving
Info: Clam Chowder, Shrimp Cocktail, Salad Bar, Boardwalk Fries, Hushpuppies, Hot Dogs
🕑: 12:00 PM
Seafood Tents Begin Serving
Info: Oysters on the Half Shell, Steamed Oysters, Single Fried Oysters, Oyster Fritters, Clam Fritters
🕑: 12:00 PM
Live Music Begins - Island Boy!
🕑: 04:00 PM
Festival Ends
🕑: 06:00 PM
Festival Grounds clear of all attendees and volunteers
Info: Due to insurance liability purposes
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Event Venue & Nearby Stays
Tom's Cove Park, 8128 Beebe Road, Chincoteague Island, United States
Tickets
USD 71.21 to USD 215.26
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