2026 DELAWARE SEAFOOD FESTIVAL

The Delaware Seafood Festival is BACK! Mark your calendars because the BEST end-of-summer event is returning to the beach! September 19th, 2026 Schellville – Rehoboth Beach 11:00 AM – 5:00 PM

After the incredible turnout and feedback from last year, we listened, and we are bringing back the festival bigger, better, and more delicious than ever.Here’s what you can expect this year:

DOUBLE the seafood vendors— More variety, more local flavor, and more options than ever before Lower ticket prices making the event more accessible for everyone

Quick bite options — Designed to help reduce wait times and keep you enjoying the festival

Festival map released ahead of time — So you know exactly where everything is located

Full vendor menus with pricing posted in advance — Plan your day, budget your eats, and hit your must-try spots…and MUCH MUCH MORE!

Live Music All Day

5lb Crab Pretzel Eating Competition

Oyster Shucking Contest

The ever-popular Dueling Soup Samples (FREE!)

Raffles throughout the event Boat of Booze Raffle — Yes… you can win the boat AND everything inside it including booze, swag and much more!

The Delaware Seafood Festival is proudly hosted by The Stevenson Foundation, whose mission is to support local small businesses and give back to the community. Thanks to your support, last year we raised $20,000 for local organizations, and this year, we’re aiming even higher.

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