LANDLOCKED 8, OYSTER & BARBECUE FESTIVAL + FUNDRAISER

Join us Sunday, October 20th, 2024 for LANDLOCKED 8! Hosted again at beautiful Legacy Park in Decatur, GA.

Your ticket includes ALL the good stuff you've come to love about Landlocked: UNLIMITED food & drinks, access to exclusive Landlocked merch and new Oyster South gear, camaraderie, a raffle and hilarious Rock Paper Scissors battle to win a Big Green Egg. Plus, this year we're adding a live auction with epic eco tourism experiences, like a tour and stay at Shiny Dimes Farm!

Landlocked isn't just a party. We're all about supporting oyster farmers and protecting our waters. Your ticket helps us tell their stories and make a difference.

MEET YOUR CHEF: Savor bites from a star-studded line-up featuring the best talent in the Southeast and beyond. STARRING:

Pete Amadhanirundr -- Puma Yu’s – Athens, GA

Brittanny Anderson – Metzger | Pink Room | Brenner Pass |Black Lodge – Richmond, VA

David Bancroft -- Acre | Bow & Arrow -- Auburn, AL

Drew Belline -- No. 246 – Decatur, GA

Vishwesh Bhatt – Snackbar – Oxford, MS

Dave Bonner -- Green Street Smoked Meats -- Chicago, IL

Andrew Brochu -- Brochu’s Family Tradition – Savannah, GA

Griffin Bufkin -- Southern Soul Barbeque -- St. Simons Island, GA

Camille Cook - Mosquito Supper Club -- New Orleans, LA

Juan Cassalett - Malagón -- Charleston, SC

Avery Cottrell – Gene’s – Atlanta, GA

Erika Council -- Bomb Biscuit Co – Atlanta, GA

Nick Dampf -- Dampf Good BBQ -- Cary, NC

Lisa Donovan

Bradford Forsblom -- Fishmonger -- Atlanta, GA

Josh Habiger -- Bastion -- Nashville, TN

J. Trent Harris -- Mujō -- Atlanta, GA

Joseph Harrison -- Common Thread – Savannah, GA

Chris Hathcock -- Crybaby -- Savannah, GA

Daniel Heinze -- Vern's – Charleston, SC

Samuel Herndon -- Shuck Bois (restaurant name forthcoming) – Savannah, GA

Arturo Justo -- Kimball House -- Decatur, GA

Terry Koval -- Fawn Wine and Amaro Bar – Decatur, GA

Cheetie Kumar – Ajja – Raleigh, NC

Mike Lata -- FIG | The Ordinary – Charleston, SC

James London -- Chubby Fish – Charleston, SC

Claudia Martinez -- Miller Union -- Atlanta, GA

Jill Mathias - Chez Nous – Charleston, SC

Rob McDaniel – Helen – Birmingham, AL

Nicole Mills – Peche – New Orleans, LA

Elliott Moss -- Elliott's – Florence, SC

Dean Neff – Seabird – Wilmington, NC

Erik Niel -- Easy Bistro | Main Street Meats | Little Coyote – Chattanooga, TN

Jason Paolini -- Lucian Books and Wine – Atlanta, GA

Patrick Phelan – Lillian – Richmond, VA

Steven Satterfield -- Miller Union | Madeira Park – Atlanta, GA

Emma and Sean Schacke -- Evergreen Butcher + Baker – Atlanta, GA

Jeremy Sewall -- Row 34 – Boston, MA

Christopher Sexton -- Hoodoo Brown BBQ – Ridgefield, CT

Michael Sheats -- The Plate Sale | Mule Train – Atlanta, GA

Bill Smith -- Chapel Hill, NC

Ryan Smith – Staplehouse | Quercus – Atlanta, GA | Gay, GA

Frank Stitt -- Highlands Bar & Grill | Bottega | Chez Fonfon – Birmingham, AL

Patrick Stubbers -- Seabear Oyster Bar – Athens, GA

Julia Sullivan -- Henrietta Red | Judith -- Nashville, TN | Sewanee, TN

Sophina Uong -- Mister Mao – New Orleans, LA

Derick Wade -- The Darling Oyster Bar – Savannah, GA

Cynthia Wong -- Life Raft Treats – Charleston, SC

Jake Wood -- Lawrence Barbecue | Leroy’s Taco Shop -- Durham, NC

Jordan Wright -- Wrights Barbecue – Johnson, AR

…MORE COMING SOON!

MEET YOUR OYSTER FARMER: Slurp fresh oysters on the half shell and chat with the amazing folks who grow 'em. FEATURING:

Admiral Shellfish Co. (AL)

Apalachee Aces (FL)

Baywater Shellfish Company (WA)

Bayou Rosa Oysters (LA)

Blackjack Point Oyster Company (TX)

Crystal Coast Oysters (NC)

Cypress Point Oyster Co. (FL)

Glidden Point Oyster Farms (ME)

Grand Isle Sea Farms (LA)

Halcyon Sea Farm (FL)

Hama Hama Oyster Company (WA)

Hog Island Oyster Company (CA)

Holy Ground Oyster Company (MS)

Indian River Oyster Company (FL)

Island Creek Oysters (MA)

Little Moon Oyster Ranch (LA)

Magnolia Key Oyster Co. (MS)

May River Oyster Company (SC)

Mera Brothers Oysters (NC)

Morris Family Shellfish Farms (NC)

M**der Point Oyster Company (AL)

N. SEA. Oyster Co. (NC)

Osceola Oyster Co. (FL)

Pelican Oyster Company (FL)

Point aux Pins (AL)

Serenoa Shellfish (FL)

SharkBite Oysters (FL)

Steamboat Wharf Oyster Co. (VA)

Tybee Oyster Company (GA)

...and more to be announced!

Keep checking this page and follow as we announce more talent: cocktailers, brewers, farms, and details on the live auction.

NOT JUST A SHELL-ABRATION:

Landlocked is the signature event for Oyster South, a charitable organization founded in 2016 by members of the scientific, restaurant, farming, and food-writing communities for the purpose of spotlighting southern oyster aquaculture. Our mission is to provide resources to support oyster farmers, cultivate thriving communities, promote healthy waters and celebrate good food in the southern United States.

Oyster South’s vision is to spotlight and expand the environmental and economic benefits of oyster farming in the South, which will increase sustainable seafood production, improve the health of our waters, increase the prosperity of our coastal communities and elevate appreciation for Southern farm-raised oysters.

For LANDLOCKED 8, we’re embarking on a journey to tell the captivating stories of oyster farmers – their triumphs and challenges, their successes and failures. Through print, film, and digital channels, we aim to shed light on the resilience, innovation, and dedication of the unsung heroes who work tirelessly to cultivate some of the finest oysters in the South. Oyster South is committed to showcasing the human side of oyster farming and highlighting the individuals behind this burgeoning industry. Our vision is to create a platform that not only educates and entertains but also inspires and empowers both seasoned farmers and aspiring newcomers.

Your attendance at LANDLOCKED 8 directly contributes to the production and distribution of these compelling narratives. Together, let’s celebrate the rich tapestry of the Southern oyster farming and amplify their voices for the world to hear.

OTHER INFO:

Parking will be limited onsite - please consider a rideshare service! As we get closer to the date, we will send out more info about arrival and check-in. Tickets are limited to 4 per order. VIP tickets get early access to the party at 3 pm and tickets are $250 each. General admission tickets are $175 each.

WANT TO GET INVOLVED?

If you are interested in volunteering, please sign up HERE. Note that volunteer positions are not guaranteed. If you are interested in being a sponsor, learn more about how you can help here.

Want to be a part of our growing community of scientists, shuckers, oyster geeks, foodies, chefs, industry and non-industry folks all year long? Consider becoming a member of Oyster South.

Event Venue

Legacy Park, 500 South Columbia Drive, Decatur, United States