Apr 30 – May 2, 2027 (Kickoff Apr 29)Isle of Eight Flags Shrimp Festival
Historic Downtown Fernandina Beach, Amelia Island FL. Featuring 300+ Fine Arts & Crafts vendors, parade, decorated shrimp boat contest, pageants, and fresh wild-caught shrimp.
Festival Highlights
Fernandina Beach Tradition
Festival Parade
Ash & Front St to Centre St
Fine Arts & Crafts Expo Opens
Centre Street Downtown
Festival Pageant Competition
Riverfront Main Stage
Shrimp Drop / 5K Run & Walk
Main Street & Waterfront
Fresh Wild Shrimp Food Booths
Riverfront Food Court
Decorated Shrimp Boat Contest & Parade
Amelia River Waterfront
Popular Attractions
Fine Arts & Crafts Show
Over 300 juried artists along Centre Street and historic downtown.
Decorated Shrimp Boats
Blessing of the fleet and decorated shrimp boat parade on Amelia River.
Festival Pageant & Contest
Miss Shrimp Festival competition, King Rhey pageant, and live riverfront entertainment.
Key Visitor Info
Location
Historic Centre St, Fernandina Beach FL
Main Hours
Fri 3–10PM · Sat 9AM–7PM · Sun 10AM–5PM
Admission
Free Grounds Admission