The Waterfowl Festival invites you to “Local Catch Feast” — a delicious celebration of local seafood, community, and conservation — taking place on Sunday, September 14, 2025, at 2:00 PM at 40 S. Harrison Street, Easton, MD.
This special event features a menu of the invasive Chesapeake Channa (Snakehead), Blue Catfish, and crab soup. Enjoy local beverages, delicious sides, and desserts as you mingle with fellow supporters and conservationists. You’ll also have the opportunity to meet our 2024 and 2025 conservation grantees, whose innovative work is helping to protect the natural heritage of the Chesapeake region.
Guests will get an exclusive preview of this year’s Waterfowl Festival Poster, browse new Waterfowl Festival merchandise, take a chance on a raffle or two, and take a sneak peek inside our newly redesigned Waterfowling Museum! Be the first to hear exciting updates about new venues and attractions coming to Festival 54 this November!
Come hungry. Leave inspired.
Our Local Catch is a celebration of what makes the Eastern Shore unique — its bounty, its beauty, and its commitment to protecting our shared resources for generations to come.
Many thanks to our sponsors: Fello., Eastern Shore Tents and Events, Dorchester County Tourism, Four Dogs Brewing Co.
Event Details:
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Date: September 15, 2025
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Time: 2:00 PM – 5:00 PM
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Location: Waterfowl Festival Building, 40 S. Harrison St, Easton, MD
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Admission: Tickets for sale online at waterfowlfestival.org/feast
About the Waterfowl Festival
Since 1971, the Waterfowl Festival has raised nearly six million dollars for conservation and education efforts. Proceeds from the festival support various environmental, art, student scholarships, and cultural initiatives, ensuring that future generations can understand and enjoy the beauty and diversity of waterfowl and their environments. The festival also plays a vital role in supporting the local community, drawing visitors from around the country and boosting the regional economy.