6th Annual Crab Slam
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🦀 6th Annual Crab Slam Weekend 🦀
Join us for an action-packed weekend celebrating the Eastern Shore's watermen heritage, local seafood, and one of the most exciting boating competitions on the East Coast!
Saturday Activities (Free & Open to the Public)
Vendor Village | Beginning at 11:00 AM
Shop local artisans, makers, and businesses throughout the day.
Interested in becoming a vendor?
Vendor Fee: $50 per day
Must have a valid Cape Charles Business License
Vendors must provide their own 10' x 10' tent and setup
We will not be providing a community tent this year, allowing vendors more flexibility and visibility
To become a vendor, email: [email protected]
Cape Charles Sailing Camp Regatta
Following the vendor opening, enjoy the excitement of the Cape Charles Sailing Camp Regatta as young sailors compete on the Chesapeake Bay.
Oyster Eating Competition | 4:00 PM
Think you have what it takes?
Compete for a $500 First Place Prize!
Each team must consist of:
One Shucker
One Sucker
To register, email: [email protected]
Boat Docking Practice Runs | 5:30 PM
Watch captains fine-tune their skills before Sunday's main event.
Saturday Evening
The Captains & Sponsors Party is a private catered event for participating captains and sponsors.
The public is invited to stay and enjoy live music and waterfront festivities throughout the evening.
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Sunday – Main Event Day
11:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Sunday is the official 6th Annual Crab Slam and admission is required.
Ticket Information
🎟️ Advance Tickets: $35
🎟️ At the Door: $45
👧 Children 10 & Under: FREE
Extreme Boat Docking Competition
The main event begins at 1:00 PM as captains compete in the thrilling Extreme Boat Docking competition.
The Crab Slam is proud to be an Official Stop on the Extreme Boat Docking Tour, bringing some of the region's most talented captains and fastest boats to Cape Charles for an unforgettable afternoon of competition.
What to Expect
* Extreme Boat Docking Competition
* Waterfront views on the Chesapeake Bay
* Fresh seafood
* Cold drinks
* Family-friendly atmosphere
* Live entertainment
* Vendors and local businesses
* A celebration of Virginia's Eastern Shore watermen culture
Gather your friends and family and join us for a weekend unlike any other. Whether you're cheering on the captains, enjoying fresh oysters, shopping local vendors, or simply soaking in the waterfront atmosphere, the 6th Annual Crab Slam is a summer tradition you won't want to miss.
See you on the docks! 🦀⚓
Join us for an action-packed weekend celebrating the Eastern Shore's watermen heritage, local seafood, and one of the most exciting boating competitions on the East Coast!
Saturday Activities (Free & Open to the Public)
Vendor Village | Beginning at 11:00 AM
Shop local artisans, makers, and businesses throughout the day.
Interested in becoming a vendor?
Vendor Fee: $50 per day
Must have a valid Cape Charles Business License
Vendors must provide their own 10' x 10' tent and setup
We will not be providing a community tent this year, allowing vendors more flexibility and visibility
To become a vendor, email: [email protected]
Cape Charles Sailing Camp Regatta
Following the vendor opening, enjoy the excitement of the Cape Charles Sailing Camp Regatta as young sailors compete on the Chesapeake Bay.
Oyster Eating Competition | 4:00 PM
Think you have what it takes?
Compete for a $500 First Place Prize!
Each team must consist of:
One Shucker
One Sucker
To register, email: [email protected]
Boat Docking Practice Runs | 5:30 PM
Watch captains fine-tune their skills before Sunday's main event.
Saturday Evening
The Captains & Sponsors Party is a private catered event for participating captains and sponsors.
The public is invited to stay and enjoy live music and waterfront festivities throughout the evening.
---
Sunday – Main Event Day
11:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Sunday is the official 6th Annual Crab Slam and admission is required.
Ticket Information
🎟️ Advance Tickets: $35
🎟️ At the Door: $45
👧 Children 10 & Under: FREE
Extreme Boat Docking Competition
The main event begins at 1:00 PM as captains compete in the thrilling Extreme Boat Docking competition.
The Crab Slam is proud to be an Official Stop on the Extreme Boat Docking Tour, bringing some of the region's most talented captains and fastest boats to Cape Charles for an unforgettable afternoon of competition.
What to Expect
* Extreme Boat Docking Competition
* Waterfront views on the Chesapeake Bay
* Fresh seafood
* Cold drinks
* Family-friendly atmosphere
* Live entertainment
* Vendors and local businesses
* A celebration of Virginia's Eastern Shore watermen culture
Gather your friends and family and join us for a weekend unlike any other. Whether you're cheering on the captains, enjoying fresh oysters, shopping local vendors, or simply soaking in the waterfront atmosphere, the 6th Annual Crab Slam is a summer tradition you won't want to miss.
See you on the docks! 🦀⚓
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Where is it happening?
33 Marina Rd, Cape Charles, VA, United States, Virginia 23310
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Host or PublisherThe Shanty
