Fells Point Oyster Festival + ORP Shucking Competition

This year, Baltimore’s OFFICIAL Shucking Competition is happening at the Fells Point Oyster Festival

On Saturday, September 12th, Watch the region’s fastest and most skilled oyster shuckers go head-to-head in a high-energy showdown celebrating Chesapeake Bay tradition, craftsmanship, and the iconic oyster. Special thanks to Tito’s Handmade Vodka(opens in new tab) for sponsoring Baltimore’s official shucking event!

Think you’ve got the skills to compete? Registration is open for experienced shuckers who have worked professionally in a restaurant, oyster bar, or seafood business. The winner will be sponsored by ORP to compete at the U.S. National Oyster Shucking Championship—so throw your knife in the ring and register at oysterrecovery.org/shuckreg(opens in new tab).

Best part for spectators? The Fells Point Oyster Festival is free to enter! Learn More(opens in new tab)