# Event Details - **Event Name**: 16th Annual Riverwalk Stone Crab & Seafood Festival - **Event Start and End Date**: Sat, 03 Jan, 2026 at 11:00 am – Sat, 03 Jan, 2026 at 04:00 pm - **Event Description**: Fresh stone crab, delicious seafood vendors, and live hermit crab races at Riverwalk Fort Lauderdale’s 16th Annual Stone Crab & Seafood FestAbout this EventCelebrate South Florida’s most iconic seafood delicacy — the Stone Crab — at one of Downtown Fort Lauderdale’s largest and most anticipated annual events. This family-friendly festival draws 8,000 to 10,000 attendees each year and showcases a mouthwatering array of fresh seafood, local vendors, and lively entertainment, including the fan-favorite Hermit Crab Races.For guests 21 and over, a VIP Tasting Experience will offer exclusive access to a private area featuring curated bites and beverages from local restaurants and craft drink vendors — available for the duration of the event, while supplies last. Sponsors will be announced in late October.Admission is free and open to the public! Each seafood vendor will offer a featured $5 menu item, making it easy to sample your way through the best of what South Florida has to offer.Sponsors include: Vinny’s Stone Crabs & Seafood, Morningstar Storage – Fat Village, GoRiverwalk Magazine and S. Mark GraphicsFor information on sponsor and vendor opportunities contact events@GoRiverwalk.com or call (954) 468-1541. - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/fort-lauderdale/16th-annual-riverwalk-stone-crab-and-seafood-festival/100001760746051839 - **Event Categories**: festivals, sports - **Interested Audience**: - total_interested_count: 12 ## Ticket Details - **Ticket Price Range**: min: 0, max: 0, currency: USD ## Event venue details - **city**: Fort Lauderdale - **state**: FL - **country**: United States - **location**: Esplanade Park - **lat**: 26.1199683 - **long**: -80.1479426 - **full address**: Esplanade Park, 400 Southwest 2nd Street, Fort Lauderdale, United States ## Event gallery - **Alt text**: 16th Annual Riverwalk Stone Crab & Seafood Festival - **Image URL**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events7/banners/3e76965f8c144a7fc24bef4fb1c76f2d9a6ace62cf16cf94f4bb11f5a7f79aa7-rimg-w1080-h550-dcf0f1f1-gmir.jpg?v=1759533316 ## FAQs - **Q**: When and where is 16th Annual Riverwalk Stone Crab & Seafood Festival being held? - **A:** 16th Annual Riverwalk Stone Crab & Seafood Festival takes place on Sat, 03 Jan, 2026 at 11:00 am to Sat, 03 Jan, 2026 at 04:00 pm at Esplanade Park, 400 Southwest 2nd Street, Fort Lauderdale, United States. - **Q**: Who is organizing 16th Annual Riverwalk Stone Crab & Seafood Festival? - **A:** 16th Annual Riverwalk Stone Crab & Seafood Festival is organized by Riverwalk Fort Lauderdale. - **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me? - **A:** 16th Annual Riverwalk Stone Crab & Seafood Festival is ideal for festival lovers, culture enthusiasts, and anyone looking for a vibrant, immersive community experience. Whether you're a first-time attendee or a longtime enthusiast in Fort Lauderdale, this event is thoughtfully curated to deliver a standout experience worth every moment. 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