Outer Banks Seafood Festival 2025

Fresh seafood on ice including shrimp, fish, scallops, and oysters.

The OBX Seafood Festival is one of the most anticipated events of the year, celebrating the rich heritage, fresh flavors, and vibrant community of the Outer Banks. Mark your calendars for the Outer Banks Seafood Festival 2025, happening Saturday, October 18, 2025, at the Soundside Event Site in Nags Head, NC.

Celebrate Coastal Flavor

At the Outer Banks Seafood Festival, guests enjoy more than just delicious seafood

From ocean-to-table cooking demonstrations and live music to local artisan vendors and the fan-favorite "People’s Choice" competition, this festival is packed with entertainment for all ages. Visitors can sample dishes from some of the best restaurants in the OBX, sip on local brews and wines, and shop unique coastal crafts.

Plan Your Stay with Joe Lamb Jr. & Associates

If you’re heading to Nags Head for the OBX Seafood Festival, make your trip even better by booking with Joe Lamb Jr. & Associates. We offer a wide range of Outer Banks rentals, including Nags Head rentalsOuter Banks oceanfront rentals, and Outer Banks pet-friendly rentals, perfect for families, groups, and couples. Staying nearby means you’ll have easy access to the festival while enjoying all the comforts of a private beach home.

Festival Details

  • Date: Saturday, October 18, 2025

  • Location: Soundside Event Site, Nags Head, NC

  • Admission: $20 for ages 13+ (includes $10 credit toward beverages or merchandise). Kids 12 & under enter free.

  • Extras: Free shuttle service, live entertainment, cooking demos, and shopping experiences.

Why Attend?

Not only is the Outer Banks Seafood Festival a feast for your taste buds, it’s also a way to give back. A portion of proceeds support local fishing families through the festival’s Endowment Fund. When you attend, you’re helping preserve the very traditions that make the Outer Banks so special.

Book your Outer Banks vacation rental with Joe Lamb Jr. today and enjoy a fall getaway filled with fresh seafood, coastal charm, and the unforgettable experience of the Outer Banks Seafood Festival 2025.


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Checkin day Saturday
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Checkin day Sunday
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