Shrimp Blast 2025

Are you ready for the BIGGEST ANNUAL SHRIMP FEAST in Southside Virginia, held right on banks of the Appomattox River??? The Appomattox Boat Harbor has hosted this scholarship fundraiser for the Cato Foundation for 13 years!

Live music by The Fadeaways, vendors, raffles, a BIG shrimp dinner (boiled, seasoned with Old Bay), baked beans, cole slaw, hush puppies, and your choice of beverage (Liquor, beer, wine, seltzer, cider, soda, iced tea, bottled water)... for just $25! Cash bar for additional drinks.

Limited tickets available! We expect this event to sell out!

Tickets can only be purchased online with a credit card BEFORE the event Tickets may also be purchased with cash at the Appomattox Boat Harbor during Harbor Blast. A limited number of tickets will be available on the day of the event for $30 (cash only) but only if the event does not sell out in advance. Don't take any chances! Get your tickets today!!

FREE PARKING.

Bring folding chairs and blankets to sit on by the river! No outside food or beverages may be brought to the venue. No coolers. No MC Colors. Bags and backpacks subject to search. No pets, please.

***UBER/LYFT/TAXI Friendly***

Leave your car here and pick it up the next day!

Please drink responsibly.

Host or Publisher Shrimp Blast