Oyster Festival returns to St. Mary’s County Fairgrounds on October 18 – 19, 2025, bringing together oyster lovers, top shuckers, and seafood enthusiasts from across the region. “For 59 years, this festival has been a proud tradition for St. Mary’s County and the Chesapeake Bay region,” said Julie Randall, U.S. Oyster Festival Chairperson and this year’s Oyster Queen. Event Details:Dates: Oct. 18 – 19, 2025Location: St. Mary’s County Fairgrounds, Leonardtown, MDTickets available now at usoysterfestival.org. Oyster Festival is the nation’s longest-running oyster festival and home to the U.S. National Oyster Shucking Championship.