Cedar Key's 53rd Annual Seafood Festival
From
City of Cedar Key
When
Sat, Oct 21, 2023 @ 10am to Sun, Oct 22, 2023 @ 10am
Where
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Details
FREE ADMISSION
2023 CEDAR KEY LIONS SEAFOOD FESTIVAL and ARTS & CRAFTS FAIR
Celebrating The Year of the Clam
The historic island city of Cedar Key, Florida, is gearing up to host the much-anticipated 53rd Cedar Key Lions Seafood Festival, a culinary, cultural, and shopping extravaganza celebrating “The Year of the Clam.”
The event will occur on Saturday, October 21, 2023, and Sunday, October 22, 2023.
The food in the beachside city park begins both days at 10 a.m. until sold out.
The Art & Crafts fair runs from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. on Saturday and 10 a.m. until 4 p.m. on Sunday.
Renowned for its delectable seafood offerings, vibrant arts and crafts scene, and lively live music performances, the Cedar Key Seafood Festival promises visitors an unforgettable weekend full of fun and flavors.
Organized by the Cedar Key Lions Club, this milestone 53rd festival commemorates over a half-century of indulging festival-goers with a delightful array of locally prepared seafood, arts & crafts shopping, and fun, family-friendly activities.
At the festival's heart, the beachside City Park will be transformed into a culinary haven, featuring an enticing assortment of fresh, locally prepared seafood dishes and landlubber offerings. Festival-goers can relish in the flavors of the Gulf as they explore the diverse array of mouthwatering options.
While 2nd Street will come alive with 100 arts and crafts exhibitors offering unique and handmade treasures.
Beyond the weekend’s culinary delights and shopping, Saturday’s 11 a.m. fun-filled Seafood Fantasy Festival parade showcases a flotilla of decorated bikes, golf carts, floats, boats, and marchers, honoring the area’s rich fishing heritage.
Adding to the festive atmosphere, free live music performed by local musicians will resonate from a working clam boat stage, providing a delightful soundtrack to the festivities.
The spirit of celebration extends throughout the town, where local restaurants and lounges will welcome visitors with fine dining, refreshing drinks, and additional entertainment options during the day and evening.
“We are thrilled to host the 53rd Cedar Key Lions Seafood Festival and invite everyone to join us in celebrating The Year of the Clam,” said Steve Rosenthal, President of the Cedar Key Lions Club. “This event embodies the rich cultural fishing heritage and vibrant spirit of Cedar Key, and we’re excited to share it with locals and visitors alike.”
Mark your calendars now and plan to be in Cedar Key on October 21 and 22, 2023, for an unforgettable seafood and shopping-filled weekend of unique experiences.
Admission to the 53rd Cedar Key Lions Seafood Festival is FREE, making it an accessible, enjoyable, family-friendly event for all.
Location:
Cedar Key, Levy County, Florida 32625. State Route 24 and Second Street and at the Beach-Front City Park.
Date & Time:
Seafood in the Park:
Saturday, Oct. 21, and Sunday, Oct. 22.
from 10 a.m. until sold out.
Arts and Crafts Fair:
Saturday, Oct 21, from 10 am until 5 pm
Sunday, Oct 22, from 10 a.m. until 4 p.m.
Seafood Fantasy Parade:
Saturday, Oct 21 at 11 a.m.
This event was posted by City of Cedar Key. City of Cedar Key is solely responsible for this event and unless specifically indicated, no other community or individual utilizing Savvy Citizen is sponsoring, responsible for, or endorsing this event.
