The town of Urbanna might be relatively small, but don’t let that fool you. Each year, the town hosts Virginia’s most beloved oyster festival and draws in nearly 60,000 visitors. This year, which marks the 62nd annual event, promises to be the most exciting yet. Festival-goers can look forward to enjoying local oysters in almost any fashion imaginable: steamed, raw, fried, stewed, and more. If you’re not a shellfish person, fret not, because there will be plenty of other delicious food to enjoy. Here’s more on the unmissable annual Urbanna Oyster Festival:
Attention, all food lovers! If you’ve never been to Urbanna’s famous Oyster Festival, then you’ll want to mark your calendar. This year’s event is scheduled for November 1st-2nd.
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The town of Urbanna is a beautiful and fitting destination for the event. Situated near the Chesapeake Bay, the town has established its history in the cultivation and preparation of fine Virginia oysters.
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When you arrive at the event, you’ll be amazed by the variety. Whether you prefer oysters raw, steamed, or fried, you’ll find plenty of options.
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Over 50 food vendors will be present at the festival, and many of them are experts in oyster knowledge.
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And while the oysters are definitely the star attraction, the event will also have plenty of other festival fare, such as funnel cakes, barbecue, soups, and more.
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Plus, there will be a variety of delicious beverages to enjoy with your food. Visitors can look forward to sampling local brews as well as old-fashioned soda pops.
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So whether you consider yourself an oyster aficionado or you’ve never sampled one before, the Urbanna Oyster Festival promises to delight you with all things oysters.
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Have you attended the annual Urbanna Oyster Festival before? If so, we’d love to hear all about your experience there! For more information, be sure to visit the official oyster festival website.
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Please note: While admission to the festival is free, you will need to pay-as-you-go depending on your food and beverage purchases.
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Address: Urbanna, VA, USA
