Beaufort Oyster Festival

08/24/2026

Sorry, Mom!

WANTED: TATTOO ARTIST.

We have an idea.

It involves the Beaufort Oyster Festival, a tattoo gun, and an entire flash sheet dedicated to one thing:

OYSTERS.

Tiny oysters. Weird oysters. Lowcountry oysters. Classy oysters. Shucked oysters. Maybe even a pearl or two.

We’re looking for a licensed tattoo artist/shop who wants to partner with BAHA and bring an Oyster Tattoo Pop-Up to this year’s festival.

Because you can eat the oysters.
You can shuck the oysters.
You can drink beside the oysters.

But why not get one permanently tattooed? 🦪

Interested or know the perfect local artist?

Tag them below or reach out to [email protected]

Let’s make some questionable decisions together.

07/08/2026

We celebrate local down here in the lowcountry…

This is a win for South Carolina shrimpers, for our restaurants, and for the coastal culture that makes places like the Beaufort region so special...

House Bill H.4248 was officially signed into law by the Governor on June 30, 2026, and will take effect on October 28, 2026. The law will require food service establishments to clearly disclose the origin of the shrimp they serve, giving customers more transparency about whether their shrimp is domestic or imported.

For the Beaufort region, this is a positive step forward. Our food scene, our waterfront communities, and our hospitality industry are deeply tied to the waters around us. Local shrimp is not just a menu item here. It is part of our heritage, our economy, and the authentic experience visitors come here to find.

This law helps protect that authenticity. It supports restaurants that are committed to serving and celebrating local seafood, gives consumers the information they deserve, and shines a brighter light on the hardworking shrimpers and families who help shape the identity of our coastal communities.

In a place like Beaufort, Port Royal and the Sea Islands, where food, water, culture, and tourism all intersect, that matters.

📷: Breakwater Restaurant & Bar

06/01/2026

We are nominated for best festival …

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03/27/2026

We demand a recount. 🦪

March Madness: Speed and smarts in the water, or power and precision in the air.
Dolphin or bald eagle? Pick your winner. 🐬🦅

01/19/2026

01/18/2026

Day 2 of the 2026 Beaufort Oyster Festival brought cold temperatures and a rainy Lowcountry Sunday, but that didn’t stop the festival from carrying on.

A dedicated group of locals and visitors made their way to the waterfront to enjoy oysters, warm food, and live music throughout the day. Vendors kept things moving, music filled the park, and those who came out were able to take their time, chat with friends, and soak in the laid-back festival atmosphere.
Even with the chill in the air, the spirit of the Oyster Festival was on full display — good food, friendly faces, and a community that shows up when it counts.

Another Beaufort Oyster Festival weekend is officially wrapped, and we’re already looking forward to next year.

The festival couldn't happen without our sponsors and volunteers, we thank each and everyone of you for another successful Oyster Festival.

📸 SK Signs, Designs & Marketing

01/18/2026

Our food vendors are here and serving till 4pm! Come on down! 🦪