WHERE THE SEA MEETS THE CELEBRATION

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BEAUFORT OYSTER FESTIVAL
January 9 - 18

Discover Beaufort through its most iconic flavor—the oyster. The Beaufort Oyster Festival offers an unforgettable experience of local seafood, music, and culture, all set against the backdrop of the Lowcountry’s stunning coastal waters.

EVENTS — SALT, 5k, Boat Tours, Cornhole and more

Explore the Beaufort Oyster Festival

PRE-PURCHASE FESTIVAL FOOD & BEVERAGE TICKETS

Lock in your shuck-tacular weekend now!

Pre-purchase your Beaufort Oyster Festival tickets today for January 17–18 and skip the lines—your tickets will be ready for easy pickup at Will Call at the festival. Don’t wait… oysters, live music, and local fun are calling! Tickets can be used as currency at the festival to purchase food, oysters, beverages and swag!

SLEEP, EAT and OYSTER-PEAT IN BEAUFORT

Extend your Beaufort Oyster Festival weekend by enjoying a stay in beautiful Beaufort, SC. Wake up just minutes from Waterfront Park, stroll through moss-draped streets, and savor everything our coastal community has to offer—shopping, dining, culture, and, of course, the freshest local oysters. Whether you prefer a serene riverside retreat or a vibrant downtown stay, Beaufort has accommodations to fit every style.

SALT - TASTING EVENT

SALT is the premier kickoff to Tides to Tables Restaurant Week, the culinary extension of the Beaufort Oyster Festival.

Join us January 10th at Tabby Place in Beaufort for an evening that celebrates the true flavor of the Lowcountry. The event unites Beaufort’s top chefs, restaurateurs, and local producers for an immersive tasting experience highlighting the essence of tidal cuisine — dishes shaped by the rhythm of our waters and the heart of our hospitality.

OYSTER BOOGIE 5k RUN OR WALK

GET YOUR BOOGIE ON!

Join the Beaufort Area Hospitality Association for a USATF Certified 5K Race on Saturday morning January 17th in Downtown Beaufort. Starting at 8am on Bay St & Newcastle Streets. Run through Historic Downtown Beaufort and across the Woods Memorial Bridge enjoying the views of the magnificent Beaufort River along a certified 5K course, Race is supported and management by Grounded Running.

BEAUFORT OYSTER FESTIVAL CORNHOLE TOURNAMENT

Join us for the Beaufort Cornhole Tournament on Sunday, January 18th starting at noon during the Beaufort Oyster Festival. Grab a partner, bring your A-game, and compete for bragging rights and prizes in a fun, friendly atmosphere.

Spots are limited — register now!

TIDES TO TABLES RESTAURANT WEEK

Conceived and hosted by the Beaufort Area Hospitality Association, the Beaufort Oyster Festival will celebrate all aspects of our Lowcountry and Carolina Sea Islands oystering culture and agri-tourism economy from historical, to architectural, ecological, agricultural, culinary, artisan, and more.

Tides to Tables Restaurant Week kicks off the Beaufort Oyster Festival featuring local restaurants and their amazing cuisine.

COASTAL EXPEDITIONS BOAT TOURS

Coastal Expeditions will offer an Oyster Festival Ecotour from the Downtown Beaufort Marina at 10AM on the Saturday of the Festival. The cruise will be 1.5 hours long where guests will learn about the oyster and the salt marsh estuary!

Price is $40/Adult, $20/Child.

SALT

Presented by the Beaufort Area Hospitality Association

Saturday, January 10 | 7:00 PM – 10:00 PM | Tabby Place, Downtown Beaufort

SALT — Savoring Authentic Lowcountry Tradition

SALT is the premier kickoff to Tides to Tables Restaurant Week, the culinary extension of the Beaufort Oyster Festival.

Join us for an evening that celebrates the true flavor of the Lowcountry. The event unites Beaufort’s top chefs, restaurateurs, and local producers for an immersive tasting experience highlighting the essence of tidal cuisine — dishes shaped by the rhythm of our waters and the heart of our hospitality.

Hosted at Tabby Place, this exclusive culinary experience kicks off Tides to Tables Restaurant Week, the dining showcase within the Beaufort Oyster Festival.

Attendees will enjoy live music, specialty cocktails, and a curated tasting journey through the best of our region’s seafood and hospitality scene.

Admission is by invitation or ticket only. Tickets go on sale December 19. Sponsors of the Beaufort Oyster Festival receive exclusive access and early entry to this unforgettable evening celebrating Beaufort’s chefs, waters, and community.

BEAUFORT OYSTER FESTIVAL

January 17–18, 2026 | Downtown Beaufort at Henry C. Chambers Waterfront Park

Celebrating the rich seafood heritage of the Lowcountry with 100% local oysters, local chefs, and local brews.

Saturday, January 17, 2026

Oyster Boogie 5K Run – 8:00 AM – Kick off the festival with our annual Oyster Boogie 5K, starting and finishing in beautiful downtown Beaufort. All ages and running levels welcome.

Festival Day – Opens at 10:00 AM

Enjoy fresh, 100% local oysters, Lowcountry fare, local beer from Shellring Aleworks, area organizations and educators, live music and more.

Saturday Entertainment Lineup

Southbound 17 — 10:00 AM–12:00 PM
High-energy country & Americana to start the day.

Black Lion Reggae — 12:00 PM–2:00 PM
Feel-good reggae rhythms by the waterfront.

The Deckhands Band — 2:00 PM–5:00 PM
Coastal rock and favorites to close out Day One.

Sunday, January 18, 2026

Cornhole Tournament – 12:00 PM – Join the fun or cheer on your favorites at the annual festival cornhole showdown.

Sunday Entertainment

Campfire Tyler — 11:00 AM–1:00 PM
Acoustic vibes with a Lowcountry flair.

Boondockers — 1:00 PM–3:00 PM
Country, rock, and crowd favorites to wrap up the weekend.

Sean Hickey — 3:00 PM–5:00 PM Crowd Favorites!