Join us for the 68th Annual Urbanna Oyster Festival!

Experience the Urbanna Oyster Festival, Virginia’s official celebration of oysters and one of the world’s oldest festivals dedicated to these prized shellfish. Held annually in Urbanna on the first consecutive Friday and Saturday of November, this event draws over 50,000 visitors from across Virginia and beyond, transforming the town of just 500 residents into a bustling hub of excitement.

Festival Music Line-Up:

Festival Village:

10:00AM - 4:30PM: REIN (Rock)

Waterfront:

10:00AM - 5:00PM: Chris & Jane (Americana)

Virginia Wine Area:

11:00AM - 4:30PM: Jayla Coggins (Country)

Scottish Factor Store: 

9:00AM - 4:00PM: Robert Keyes (Multi-facet Solo Fingerstyle Guitarist)​

Oyster Shucking Contest:

10:00AM - 2:00PM: Warren & Co. (Acoustic Guitar: Folk/Americana/Oldies)​