Chincoteague Island Oyster Festival

From Chincoteague Island Oyster Festival Website:

This event is held to promote the seafood industry and mark the arrival of the oyster season. It is an all you can eat festival consisting of oysters--raw, steamed, fritters, and single fried; steamed crabs; clam fritters; clam chowder; hush puppies; salad bar; hot dogs; and various beverages. There will be live entertainment for everyone's enjoyment. An Extravaganza Raffle is held. The winner will receive T-shirts, tickets, lodging, gift certificates for meals, and much more for the following years festival. A favorite at the festival is the "Best Place/Space Award". This is given to the best decorated area. Call the chamber for details. There will also be a variety of souvenirs available for purchase. This is an advance ticketed event. Tickets will sell out. There are usually no tickets sold at the gate.