Tampa Bay's best seafood is about to be crowned!

The 35th Annual Tarpon Springs Seafood Festival will take place along Spring Bayou on November 17-19, 2023. Event hours are Friday, 12:00 PM to 9:00 PM, Saturday, 10:00 AM to 9:00 PM, Sunday, 10:00 AM to 5:00 PM

Tampa Bay's best seafood dishes will be crowned in a NEW competition this year. Chefs will battle for bragging rights and 10 awards, that include best crustation creations, best Florida fish dishes, best mollusks & bivalves, most creative, most crave-able and Grand Champion. A panel of local food bloggers and community influencers will judge entries based on appearance, flavor, and flair. Winners will be announced on Friday, and their award-winning dishes will be available to enjoy all weekend long.
In addition to the seafood competition, the festival will also feature a variety of other activities, including live music all weekend long, unique nautical and food-related crafts vendors and chefs near and far. There's something for everyone at the Tarpon Springs Seafood Festival, even landlubbers!

The event is held at a centrally located, waterfront park, just a short walk from downtown and under a mile from the Sponge Docks. Pedicab rickshaws for-hire and free parking are available, with complimentary shuttle service offered from Splash Park and Tarpon Towers. Admission is free, and the event is pet and family friendly.

Don’t miss the boat on this seafood extravaganza!