Savor the New Jersey Oyster Festival: Fresh Shellfish, Bluegrass, and Bayshore Charm
Difficulty
easy
Duration
3–5 hours
Fitness Level
Suitable for all fitness levels; minimal walking required
Overview
Discover the New Jersey Oyster Festival in Commercial Township, where fresh local oysters meet bluegrass tunes and coastal culture. Join this vibrant fall event celebrating the Bayshore’s seafood legacy and community spirit!
New Jersey Oyster Festival
Oct 18, 2025, 12 pm - 5 pm
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About This Adventure
Experience the New Jersey Oyster Festival this fall, featuring unlimited raw oysters from local purveyors, a captivating speaker series, and live bluegrass music by Danny Paisley and The Southern Grass. Enjoy delicious food options, craft brews, and the chance to vote for your favorite oyster in the People's Choice Award!
$50 per ticket.
Join us for our fall fundraiser, the New Jersey Oyster Festival! Admission includes a commemorative glass and all you can eat raw oysters from local purveyors and their varietals, admission to the speaker series and our Blue Grass music.
Local oyster purveyors will be here with their varietals. Taste them all and vote for you favorite for the People's Choice Award! Oysters included in the ticket price.
Listen to Danny Paisley and The Southern Grass. Danny Paisley and the Southern Grass play powerful, unadorned, and intense traditional bluegrass. There is no hybrid or genre-bending music here. Their combination of instrumentation and vocals convey the energy and emotion of classic bluegrass and country music.
For an additional purchase, the Oyster Cracker Café will be open serving fresh, fried oysters along with other selections. AJ's Pub will be open with Schooner Ale and other selections form Glasstown Brewing Company. Food trucks available.
Brewing companies! Wine! Special Speakers! Music!
For more info, email giving@bayshorecenter.org for info.
Adventure Tips
Arrive Early for Best Oysters
The freshest and most popular oysters go fast, so get there when the gates open to enjoy the full tasting experience.
Bring Cash for Vendors
While some vendors accept cards, cash can speed up transactions and support local businesses.
Wear Comfortable Footwear
The festival takes place in an outdoor bayshore setting with uneven ground; sturdy shoes will keep you comfortable all day.
Check Weather Forecast
Events are outdoors, so layering and rain gear might be needed depending on the weather to stay comfortable.
Local Insights
Wildlife
- Ospreys commonly patrol the estuary skies.
- Blue crabs are abundant in local tidal creeks.
History
Oyster harvesting in the Delaware Bayshore dates back to colonial times, deeply shaping the area’s culture and economy.
Conservation
Local organizations actively work to protect water quality and oyster populations through sustainable farming and habitat restoration efforts.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Recommended Gear
Reusable Water Bottle
Stay hydrated while enjoying oysters and music outdoors.
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Weather-Appropriate Layers
Fall weather can be chilly and unpredictable near the bay—dress in layers to stay comfortable.
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Sun Protection
Even on cooler days, sunscreen and a hat help protect from UV exposure.
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Cash and Small Backpack
Carry essentials and purchases easily while navigating the festival grounds.
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