Milford Oyster Festival 2020 Canceled Due To Coronavirus Pandemic

MILFORD, CT — The Milford Oyster Festival has been canceled due to health concerns with the ongoing coronavirus pandemic, organizers announced Wednesday. The popular festival had been scheduled for Aug. 15.

“The safety of our dedicated festival goers, vendors, sponsors, volunteers and surrounding community always has been, and will remain our primary concern,” Milford Oyster Festival President Jay Pinto said in a statement. “Having closely monitored the progress of Federal, State and local guidelines and after much discussion and hope that the Festival could be possible, we know this is the right decision as we all do our part to stop this disruptive virus.

“We are proud that the Milford Oyster Festival is an integral part of the community. We ask that you make every effort to support the many local Milford businesses, non- profit and civic organizations that rely on the Festival for fundraising and awareness for their important causes.

“Thank you for your tremendous support each and every year. We know this Festival is a special tradition for so many and we look forward to seeing you all again on August 21, 2021.”