About the Festival
The Hilton Head Island Shrimp Festival will be held from 1 to 4pm on Saturday, September 21 on the lawn adjacent to the Liberty Oak in Harbour Town at The Sea Pines Resort.
The family-friendly event will feature savory shrimp dishes prepared by Hilton Head and Bluffton chefs, craft beers from more than 16 breweries (while supplies last), an array of goods offered by specialty local vendors, and live music performances by Nashville songwriters: Matt Warren, Trent Tomlinson, Rob Crosby, Deanna Bryant, Earl Bud Lee as part of the Hilton Head Island Jam. An activity-filled "Kid Zone" with a bounce house, face painting, arts and crafts and more, will be provided by event sponsors The Boys & Girls Club of Hilton Head, Coca-Cola, Southern Crown Partners and US Foods. Our good friend Forrest Gump is running by to enjoy the event as well! He knows all the ways shrimp can be prepared and loves attending The Hilton head Island Shrimp Festival to take part in voting with all guests on the People's Choice of Best Dish!”
Shrimp Festival Ticket Pricing
- General Admission 21 and Older: $75
- General Admission No Alcohol: $50
Children 8 and younger are free!
Participating Restaurants
Participating Breweries and Beverages
Meet The Chefs
Chef Frances Ostolaza
The Harbour Town Bakery & Cafe
Chef Herb Britton
The Salty Dog
Chef Bernard Bennett
Okan
Chef Sam Carpenter
Culinary Institute of the South at the Technical College of the Lowcountry
Chef Joe Truex
Belfair
Chef Nate Guzik
Land's End Tavern
Chef Daniel Mears
Fraser's Tavern
Chef Clinton Barabas
Coast, Oceanfront Dining
Chef Danny Flinchum
Links, an American Grill
Chef Marty Pelicci
The Crazy Crab - Harbour Town
Chef Jimmy Monteleone
Local Pie
Chef Michael Mulcahy
FISH
Chef Josh Morris
US Foods
Chef Nick Welton
Quarterdeck
Vendors
Sponsors & Partners
Frequently Asked Questions
What does my ticket include?
Each ticket includes all-you-can-eat-shrimp (while supplies last) prepared by local chefs, as well as beer samples from more than 14 breweries for ticket holders 21 and older. Beer, wine and other beverages also will be available for purchase.
Where can I buy tickets?
Tickets can be purchased online at https://fareharbor.com/embeds/book/seapines/items/551554/?full-items=yes&flow=no
Do I have to purchase a gate pass?
All pre-purchased tickets will receive complimentary entrance to Sea Pines on the day of the event. Guests should drive into the right-hand lane of the gate entrance and show the guard their mobile ticket confirmation, printed ticket or pre-purchased wristband. A paper guest pass will not be required. Sea Pines gate fee will be waived for guests with event wristband or advance-purchased Shrimp Festival ticket.
Where can I park?
All attendees are encouraged to park in Trolley Lot 1. Complimentary transportation will be available to and from Harbour Town, from 12pm to 5:30pm on the day of the event. The Sea Pines gate fee will be waived for attendees wearing an event wristband or with tickets purchased in advance.
What type of Shrimp dishes will be featured?
Local chefs will be serving up their best shrimp dishes featuring flavors of the Lowcountry. Those in your party who have a shellfish allergy or do not choose to eat shrimp may purchase food at Harbourside restaurant.
Can I buy tickets for this event on-site?
Yes. Any tickets that are still available will be sold on-site the day of the event. However, to ensure availability, we recommend purchasing tickets in advance.
Will seating be available?
Yes. Plenty of tables and chairs will be available underneath the oak trees.
If I can’t make it to the event will I receive a refund?
Yes. Tickets are refundable with 48-hours’ notice prior to the event.
What is the weather policy?
The Shrimp Festival will take place rain or shine.