It’s the official kick-off to summer in Newport! Celebrating its 30th year, this legendary chowder championship is sure to be a crowd pleaser with all-you-can-eat samples of various exotic and traditional chowders from across the country and beyond! Attendees vote for the best in three categories - Clam, Seafood, and Creative - as well as other competitor awards. Three world champions return this year to defend their titles: Tony’s Cedar Key Clam Chowder (Cedar Key, FL), Michael’s Seafood (Carolina Beach, NC) and The Boat House (Tiverton, RI). The power is in your spoon to crown the new titans of chowder! Don’t miss the spectacle of the first-ever “Clam Cake Chow-Down” competitive eating competition. New this year to commemorate our 30th anniversary: The Chowdahead Club! This golden ticket grants exclusive access to the Chowder Power Hour, a one-hour sampling preview event from 11am to noon, before the crowd arrives! Plus a Chowder Swag Bag full of goodies, including the official celebratory t-shirt, a custom cocktail and more! With three stages of live island-vibe entertainment, kids’ activities and plenty of new surprises, this is one clam-tastic event not to be missed!
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