Kiwanis Club of Greater Westhampton To Host Annual Oyster Festival

The Kiwanis Club of Greater Westhampton is hosting the third Annual Westhampton Beach Oyster Festival on Saturday, Oct. 11 from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m.

The festival will have live entertainment on two stages, including the original reggae-rock band Dune Local, southern rock cover band Yankee Rebel, pirate shows, and the incredible Jester Jim, along with DJ Bill from IslandWide Disc Jockeys. There will also be pumpkin-painting, professional face-painting, and interactive educational activities, along with inflatable bounce houses and obstacle courses.

Guests can enjoy a variety of food, including smoky BBQ brisket sandwiches, custom crepes, fresh seafood, and lots of fried and raw oysters. There will also a selection of local craft brews and wine, soft drinks, ice cream, and much, much more, including a chowder contest where you help decide the best chowder at the Westhampton Beach Oyster Festival (additional fee).

There will also be a free shuttle throughout the Village on Saturday so guests can visit all of the other great activities that are happening, including the Chamber of Commerce’s arts and crafts show and farmer’s market, along with great sidewalk sales on Main Street.

For more information on the Westhampton Beach Oyster Festival or becoming a vendor, visit their website at WHBOysterFest.com or call Greg at 631-905-4869. You could also follow them on Facebook and Twitter

All net proceeds from the Oyster Festival benefit the Kiwanis Club of Greater Westhampton, which serves children and families in our communities.

Rain date is Sunday, Oct. 12.

Admission is $10 for adults and $5 for children with a maximum immediate family price of $25.