LANDLOCKED 9, OYSTER & BARBECUE FESTIVAL + FUNDRAISER

Tickets go on sale to the public on August 5, 2025 at 8 pm Eastern!

Note that purchases are limited to a maximum of 4 tickets.

Join us Sunday, October 19th, 2025 for LANDLOCKED 9! 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 continuing the live auction with epic tours and unique experiences with southern oyster farming and food.

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 (with more to come):

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

Jacob Armando - GiGi’s Italian Kitchen - Atlanta, GA

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

Drew Belline -- No. 246 –- Decatur, GA

Jacqueline Blanchard -- Sukeban | Coutelier -- New Orleans, LA

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

Bill Briand -- Littlebird -- Fairhope, AL

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

Griffin Bufkin -- Southern Soul Barbeque -- Saint Simons Island, GA

Brandon Carter -- Common Thread -- Savannah, GA

Arnaldo Castillo -- Tio Lucho’s / Hermanita -- Atlanta, GA

Juan Cassalett - Chez Nous| Malagón -- Charleston, SC

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

Cody Chassar -- Gunshow -- Atlanta, GA

Erika Council -- Bomb Biscuit Co -- Atlanta, GA

Lisa Marie Donovan -- Everywhere

Josh Habiger -- Bastion -- Nashville, TN

Masa Hamaya -- Coming Soon -- Charleston, SC

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

Joseph Harrison -- Aria -- Atlanta, GA

Daniel Heinze -- Vern's – Charleston, SC

Lis Hernandez -- Arepa Mía -- Avondale Estates, GA

Samuel Herndon & Chris Hathcock -- Chisme Mariscos -- Savannah, GA

Michael Hudman & Andy Ticer - Hog & Hominy -- Memphis, TN

Arturo Justo -- Kimball House -- Decatur, GA

Terry Koval -- The Deer & Dove | Fawn Wine and Amaro Bar – Decatur, GA

Cheetie Kumar – Ajja – Raleigh, NC

Roderick Lassiter & Parnass Savang -- Talat Market -- Atlanta, GA

James London -- Chubby Fish – Charleston, SC

Charles Lowney -- FARM -- Bluffton, SC

Claudia Martinez -- Miller Union -- Atlanta, GA

Jill Mathias - Chez Nous | Malagon – Charleston, SC

Olivia McCoy -- String Bean -- Atlanta, GA

Rob McDaniel – Bayonet | Helen – Birmingham, AL

Nicole Cabrera Mills – Pêche Seafood Grill – New Orleans, LA

Kenny Nguyen -- Pretty Boy -- Athens, GA

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

Brian Paolina -- Lucy's -- Auburn, AL

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

Patrick Phelan – Lillian – Richmond, VA

Aaron Russell -- Poor Hendrix | The Little Hippo -- Atlanta & Avondale Estates, GA

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

Ricky Saucedo -- Pata Negra Mezcaleria -- Atlanta, GA

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

Alon Shaya -- Saba | Miss River | Safta's Table -- New Orleans, LA

Michael Sheats -- Mule Train -- Atlanta, GA

Jeremy Sewall -- Row 34 – Boston, MA

Christopher Sexton -- Hoodoo Brown BBQ – Ridgefield, CT

Bill Smith Jr -- Chapel Hill, NC

Jarrett Stieber -- Little Bear -- Atlanta, GA

Frank Stitt -- Bottega | Bottega Cafe | 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

Brian Wolfe -- Evans Meats & Seafood | The Son of a Butcher -- Birmingham, AL

…MORE COMING SOON!

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

Admiral Shellfish Co. (AL)

Bayou Rosa Oysters (LA)

Baywater Shellfish Company (WA)

Bright Side Oyster Co. (LA)

Cape Hatteras Oyster Co. (NC)

Crystal Coast Oysters (NC)

Cypress Point Oyster Co. (FL)

E.L. McIntosh & Son Oyster Company (GA)

Glidden Point Oyster Farms (ME)

Grand Isle Sea Farms (LA)

Halcyon Sea Farm (FL)

Hama Hama Oyster Company (WA)

Hog Island Oyster Co. (CA)

Holy Ground Oyster Company (MS)

Island Creek Oysters (MA)

Key Allegro Oyster Co. (TX)

Lambert Shellfish (VA)

Lowcountry Oyster Company (SC)

Magnolia Key Oyster Co. (MS)

Matheson Oyster Co. (VA)

May River Oyster Co. (SC)

Mera Brothers Oysters (NC)

Morris Family Shellfish Farms (NC)

M**der Point Oysters (AL)

N. SEA. Oyster Co. (NC)

Oyster Bros. Matagorda Pearls (TX)

Pelican Oyster Co. (FL)

Point aux Pins (AL)

Serenoa Shellfish (FL)

SharkBite Oysters (FL)

Shiny Dimes Oyster Farm (FL)

Steamboat Wharf Oyster Company (VA)

Tybee Oyster Company (GA)

…MORE COMING SOON!

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 9, 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 9 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 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.

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