Events for November 19 - February 10

Get in on the Shuck Hatteras Oyster Festival 2024! The Shellabration takes place December 20 - 21st and will be filled with community, music, and food! Friday, December 20 at 5:00 PM commences the weekend with a “Shuck-Off” welcoming party featuring local live music and local oysters. Saturday features an array of Oystivities as well […]

Presented by NC Seafood Festival and NC Coastal Federation, this unique event celebrates the North Carolina Oyster trail and the state's oyster industry. Join us on January 17,2025 from 6-8pm at Southern Salt (Morehead City, NC) for an evening of coastal flavors and fine wine. Meet local oyster growers, savor their fresh harvests and enjoy […]

Come eat lots of seafood at Ballantyne’s Backyard in Charlotte! Platinum Pearl All-Access Admission12pm – 5pm Golden VIP Admission1pm – 5pm Drinky General Admission2pm – 5pm "Join Us For This Second Annual Affair! It’s a Shuckin’ Good Time! We had such a great time last year – that we are back to do it again!!!Enjoy some of […]

Join Covey Restaurant in Wilmington for their second annual oyster roast! They will be hosting the team from Three Little Spats Oyster Farm for raw and grilled Stump Sound Oysters. Accompanied with southern sides, $5 select wine, and $5 beers from the ever wonderful Brad out of Moody Tongue Brewery in Chicago. Tickets available at […]

"We want to amplify and support women owned businesses in coastal NC. Enjoy an oyster SHUCK and seafood boil from local farmers with drinks and desserts overlooking the beautiful Riverfront of beautiful historic New Bern, NC. Event starts at 2pm. Parking is free in Convention Center parking lot. Event takes place on covered Veranda and […]

No tickets needed—just come hungry! Enjoy four days of raw, broiled, and fried NC oysters, street tacos, seafood nachos, and rooftop drinks. Summer flavors meet sustainable seafood in one unforgettable experience.

Green Drinks is a casual monthly gathering for people who care about our coast. Whether you enjoy boating, beach days, or simply want to keep our waters clean and our communities strong, this is a relaxed space to connect with others, hear from local voices, and stay up to date on important coastal topics. Each […]

Join us at the NC Aquarium on Roanoke Island for a day of oyster-themed crafts, educational activities and demonstrations, and a movie.

Join the North Carolina Coastal Federation on  Wednesday, August 13th, for a special reception celebrating the traveling Oyster Photo Exhibit, a collaborative project of North Carolina Sea Grant and the NC Oyster Trail. This inspiring exhibit highlights the hardworking individuals behind North Carolina’s growing oyster industry and honors the ecological, cultural, and economic value of […]

Tuesday, September 30, 2025, 8:30 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. Location: UNCW Burney CenterOrganized by: UNCW Center for Innovation and Entrepreneurship (CIE) and the Alliance for the Blue Economy (All Blue)  “Preserving, protecting, and restoring our waters are tasks for many lifetimes, and sometimes the effort can seem overwhelming. But as long as we stay connected with all of the many, […]

North Carolina Oyster Festival – 44th Annual Celebration📍 October 18th (9:00am–6:00pm) & October 19th (10:00am–5:00pm) Join us for the 44th Annual North Carolina Oyster Festival, a coastal tradition since 1978! Home to the only sanctioned oyster shucking contest in the state, our festival has proudly sent many talented shuckers on to national competitions. 🎉 Saturday […]