BOCA RATON, FL (December 15, 2025) – Get ready to feast on fresh flavors and seaside fun when the City of Boca Raton hosts its 2nd Annual Seafood Festival on Saturday, January 10, 2026, from noon to 8 p.m. at Mizner Park Amphitheater, 590 Plaza Real.

Tickets are just $10 in advance and $15 at the door, with free admission for children 10 and under.

This all-day celebration will feature a mouthwatering lineup of local seafood vendors, live music, and a full slate of nautical-themed activities and competitions for all ages.

Event Highlights

• Seafood Stage:
  Attendees can enjoy a “musical feast” with multiple local bands performing throughout the day, creating the perfect soundtrack to a day filled with food and festivities.

• Claw-some Food Vendors:
  From conch fritters to crab legs, festivalgoers will savor a variety of dishes from some of the area’s favorite seafood spots. (Interested vendors are encouraged to apply today.)

• Neptune’s Marketplace:
  A curated collection of nautical-themed vendors offering coastal-inspired gifts, décor, and treasures to take home. (Vendor applications now open.)

• Chef’s Seafood Showdown:

Chefs from top Boca Raton restaurants will compete in a high-stakes culinary competition, battling for bragging rights and showcasing their talent live on stage.
This year’s competition will feature:

• Executive Chef Moises Hernandez, DRIFT at Boca Raton Marriott

o   Executive Sous Chef Julian Bernal, Corvina Seafood Grill

• Oceans of Fun with Gumbo Limbo:
  The Gumbo Limbo Nature Center will host games, crafts, trivia, and interactive activities teaching families about marine ecosystems. Attendees can even snap a photo with Gumbo Limbo’s beloved mascot, Luna.

• Crab Cake Challenge:
  Up to four contestants will go head-to-head to see who can eat a stack of crab cakes the fastest, with a championship belt awarded to the winner.

• Conch Blowing Competition:
  Festivalgoers can test their lung power and skill in this fun, crowd-pleasing contest.

Additional Information:

• Tickets: $10 advance | $15 at the door | Free for children 10 & under
• Location: Mizner Park Amphitheater, 590 Plaza Real, Boca Raton
• Event is rain or shine
• No outside chairs, coolers, alcohol, or pets (except service animals)

For more information or vendor applications, email CommunityEvents@myboca.us or visit Seafood Festival | Boca Raton, FL.

About the City of Boca Raton:

Boca Raton, the second largest city in Palm Beach County, blends history and innovation with its Mediterranean Revival architecture and vibrant cultural scene. Influenced by architect Addison Mizner, the city is home to live concerts, international art exhibits, world-class museums, five miles of Atlantic coastline, and 49 parks offering 1,650 acres of recreational space. A hub for business and innovation, Boca Raton hosts 40 publicly traded corporate headquarters. With three nationally ranked universities, top-rated schools, and a thriving entrepreneurial ecosystem, Boca Raton is a dynamic, safe, and educated community with a low property tax rate. Learn more at myboca.us.