Get ready to celebrate 62nd years of shrimp, sensational sounds and local contests! The 2026 Shrimp Festival is thrilled to unveil a diverse and dynamic lineup performing for your enjoyment at our Riverfront Stage. We’ll be showcasing a blend of local favorites and regional sensations with our signature contests, Miss Shrimp Festival Pageant, decorated shrimp boat parade, dance performances and our famous pirate invasion. This year’s Shrimp Festival entertainment mixes unforgettable music and performances celebrating the rich tapestry of talent in Fernandina Beach and North Florida.
Shrimp Festival Riverfront Stage Schedule
Friday, May 1
5:30 p.m. – Opening Ceremonies
6 p.m. – Miss Shrimp Festival Pageant
7:15 p.m. – Shrimp Festival Parade Award Ceremony
7:30 p.m. – Miss Shrimp Festival Pageant Crowning
7:45 p.m. – The Insiders
9:15 p.m. – Invasion of the Pirates
9:30 p.m. – Drone Show at the Harbor
Saturday, May 2
9:30 a.m. – Fernandina Beach High School Jazz Ensemble
11 a.m. – Morelli & the Groove
12 noon – Invasion of the Pirates Scholarship Awards
12:30 p.m. – Beard Contest
1 p.m. – Door Seven
2:30 p.m. – Adult Pirate Contest
3 p.m. – Gilberto ‘77
4:30 p.m. – Second Annual Shrimp Eating Contest
5 p.m. – Billy King
5:30 p.m. – Honey Badgers
Sunday, May 3
11 a.m. – Cinematiic, Eric Alabiso & Hal London
12:15 p.m. – Bean School of Dance
1:15 p.m. – Decorated Shrimp Boat Parade and Contest
1:30 p.m. – Blessing of the Fleet
2 p.m. – Trae Pierce & the T-Stones
3 p.m. – Ice cream Eating Contest and Decorated Shrimp Boat Awards
3:30 p.m. – Swingin’ Medallions
5 p.m. – Shrimp Festival Farewell and Closing of the Festival
