Enjoy a day of fabulous food, live music, themed competitions, nautical themed vendors, and so much more.
Join Us This Saturday At The 2nd Annual City Of Boca Raton Seafood Festival at Mizner Park Amphitheater, 590 Plaza Real, Boca Raton!
Feast on fresh flavors and seaside family fun!
Don’t miss the Chef’s Seafood Showdown (1:00pm) and Crab Cake Challenge at (3:00pm)!
WHAT TO EXPECT?
Enjoy a day of fabulous food, live music, themed competitions, nautical themed vendors, and so much more.
Date: Saturday, January 10, 2026 | 12:00 – 8:00pm
Location: Mizner Park Amphitheater (590 Plaza Real, Boca Raton)
Get Your Tickets Today!
$10 – In Advance; $15 – At the Door
Get extra savings with a 4-pack of tickets:
$32 online through Friday, Jan. 9 – $45 at the gate Saturday, Jan. 10!
Kids ages 10 years & under are FREE!
https://myboca.us/2698/Seafood-Festival
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.
Get out and have some fun!! :-)
Event Highlights
Seafood Stage
Get ready for a musical feast! With a lineup featuring multiple local bands on the Seafood Stage, the 2nd annual City of Boca Raton Seafood Festival promises to be a shell of a good time.
Musical Lineup:
Nothing Wrong with Wet Socks – Playing at 12:30pm & 1:25pm
Leave It To Us – Playing at 2:25pm & 3:20pm
Jutt Hoffman Band – Playing at 4:15pm & 5:10pm
Southern Blood – Playing at 6:10pm & 7:05pm
Claw-some Food Vendors
Of course, the main course is the most important. From conch fritters to crab legs and everything in-between, attendees will have a variety of local seafood available for purchase on site.
Neptune’s Marketplace
Located on the north end of the event site, this curated collection of nautical themed vendors will provide attendees with a taste of the tides and unique gifts to take home or enjoy on site.
Chef’s Seafood Showdown (1:00pm)
Featuring chefs from local Boca Raton restaurants, attendees will be able to watch this culinary competition as some of the best in South Florida battle in a high-stakes battle of flavors.
This year’s competition will feature:
– Executive Sous Chef Julian Bernal, Corvina Seafood Grill
– Executive Chef Moises Hernandez, DRIFT at Boca Raton Marriott
Virginia and Jason from WRMF’s KVJ Show will be stopping by from 1:00pm to 2:00pm to host the Chef’s Seafood Showdown!
Ocean’s of Fun with Gumbo Limbo and Mascot, Luna! (12:00pm-6:00pm)
Engage in games, crafts, and activities with the team from Gumbo Limbo Nature Center as you learn about marine ecosystems and how you can make a difference! Play ocean trivia for a chance to win a prize, and take a photo with Gumbo Limbo’s mascot, Luna.
Crab Cake Challenge at (3:00pm)
Think you have what it takes to walk away with the championship belt? This engaging competition pits up to four (4) contestants against each other to see how quickly they can take down a stack of delicious crab cakes. Competition sign up will occur on site at the City of Boca Raton tent.
Have a Question? Ask a City staff member. They will found throughout the event.
For more information or vendor applications, email CommunityEvents@myboca.us or visit Seafood Festival | Boca Raton, FL.
Additional Information
NO outside chairs or blankets. Seating will be available.
NO coolers or outside alcoholic beverages permitted.
NO animals allowed unless necessary based on service needs.
The event will continue rain or shine.
For more information or vendor applications, email CommunityEvents@myboca.us or visit Seafood Festival | Boca Raton, FL.
HOW TO GET THERE AND WHERE TO PARK?
The best places to park and how to arrive and depart safely.
Where to Park?
Free and ample parking available at:
City Hall: 201 W. Palmetto Park Road
City Parking Lot: 300 NW 2nd Avenue
Building Administration: 200 NW 2nd Avenue
Downtown Public Library: 400 NW 2nd Avenue
Limited parking available at Mizner Park garages
Metered parking:
On-street metered parking available throughout downtown
Learn more and download the ParkMobile app
Catch a Ride with BocaConnect
Hop on BocaConnect, the City’s easy and stress-free on-demand shuttle service. FREE and low-cost service in Downtown Boca and the surrounding area. Download the app and book your ride.
Bicyclists: Bike racks are available in front of City Hall and at the Mizner Park Amphitheater. Be sure to wear reflective clothing and add reflective material to your bike for safety.
See Tracks? Think Train: For those walking to and from the event, look and listen before crossing any train tracks.
Charge While You Attend: Electric car charging stations are available at City Hall and the Downtown Library.
Plan Ahead: Whether you are utilizing a shared ride program or driving your car to the event, leave early and plan ahead.
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.