Special Event

Event

4th Annual Crisfield Heritage Festival

Chesapeake Bay

Fee:

Free.

Location: LAT/LONG: 37.978287, -75.859576


3 Ninth Street, Crisfield MD; The festival is held outside behind the JM Tawes Historical Museum and Somers Cove Marina

Dates & Times

Date:

Saturday, September 27, 2025

Time:

10:00 AM

Duration:

6 hours

Type of Event

Exhibition/Show
Festival
Partner Program

Description

Celebrate the rich heritage of Crisfield at this vibrant, family-friendly festival! Enjoy a full day of activities, local entertainment, delicious food, and artisan vendors. Live demonstrations will showcase traditional Chesapeake skills like crab picking, oyster shucking, decoy carving, seafood cooking, fish cleaning, net making and repair, and the baking of a classic Smith Island Cake.

Explore cultural exhibits from the Pocomoke Indian Nation, Chesapeake Bay Foundation, Janes Island State Park, the U.S. Coast Guard, and more. Grab a seat and enjoy live local performances throughout the day.

Savor regional favorites including the Crisfield Lion’s Club’s famous crab cakes, local BBQ, and sweet treats. Admission is FREE and open to all ages.

Location: Behind the J.M. Tawes Historical Museum and Somers Cove Marina, Crisfield, MD.
Tip: Bring a chair and stay awhile!


More information

Reservation or Registration: No


Contact Information

Nancy Smoker
410-968-2501
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