North Carolina Seafood Festival

Morehead City, NC · Food & Drink

When: October 2–4, 2026
Where: Downtown Morehead City Waterfront · Morehead City · NC
Cost: Not confirmed
Status: Confirmed from the organizer's published schedule

The state's largest seafood festival lines the Morehead City waterfront with fresh local seafood, live music, and maritime exhibits, drawing more than 200,000 visitors over the weekend. It has celebrated the Crystal Coast's commercial fishing heritage since the late 1980s and the 2026 edition marks its 40th year.

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North Carolina Seafood Festivalsame spot
The state's largest seafood festival lines the Morehead City waterfront with fresh local seafood, live music, and maritime exhibits, drawing more than 200,000 visitors over the weekend.
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