# Event Details

- **Event Name**: U.S. Oyster Festival
- **Event Start and End Date**: Sat, 17 Oct, 2026 at 10:00 am – Sat, 17 Oct, 2026 at 06:00 pm (-04:00)
- **Event Description**: The iconic U.S. Oyster Festival returns to St. Mary’s County Fairgrounds on October 17 - 18, 2026, bringing together oyster lovers, top shuckers, and seafood enthusiasts from across the region. Tickets are on sale now at usoysterfestival.org.

This year, we celebrate 60 years of USOF! Our two-day festival has traditionally seen more than 10,000 attendees each year. It features the U.S. National Oyster Shucking Championship, live music, family-friendly entertainment, and of course, the freshest oysters you can find, prepared almost any way you can imagine!

The centerpiece of the festival is the U.S. National Oyster Shucking Championship, where elite competitors from across the country are invited to face off knife-to-knife for the national title. The winner will go on to represent the United States at the prestigious International Oyster Opening Championship in Galway, Ireland.

Beyond the competition, festivalgoers can enjoy:

- Oysters every way, every day
- Many other local food favorites
- Over 50 arts and crafts vendors with unique goods
- Live entertainment throughout the weekend
- Family activities including games, educational exhibits, and more

Hosted by The Rotary Club of Lexington Park, the U.S. Oyster Festival is the largest collaborative fundraiser in Southern Maryland, bringing together numerous local nonprofits to raise funds for scholarship and community support.
- **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/leonardtown/us-oyster-festival/200030724883454
- **Event Categories**: festivals, sports, music, live-music, entertainment, nonprofit, contests
- **Interested Audience**: 
  - total_interested_count: 83

## Ticket Details


## Event venue details

- **city**: Leonardtown
- **state**: MD
- **country**: United States
- **location**: St. Mary's County Fairgrounds
- **lat**: 38.273399470479
- **long**: -76.608402286275
- **full address**: St. Mary's County Fairgrounds, 42455 Fairgrounds Rd, Leonardtown, MD 20650, United States

## Event gallery

- **Alt text**: U.S. Oyster Festival
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## FAQs

- **Q**: When and where is U.S. Oyster Festival being held?
  - **A:** U.S. Oyster Festival takes place on Sat, 17 Oct, 2026 at 10:00 am to Sat, 17 Oct, 2026 at 06:00 pm at St. Mary's County Fairgrounds, 42455 Fairgrounds Rd, Leonardtown, MD 20650, United States.
- **Q**: Who is organizing U.S. Oyster Festival?
  - **A:** U.S. Oyster Festival is organized by U.S. Oyster Festival.
- **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me?
  - **A:** U.S. Oyster 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 Leonardtown, this event is thoughtfully curated to deliver a standout experience worth every moment. With 80+ people already showing interest, this is clearly an event worth adding to your calendar - don't miss out.

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