Palatka’s Blue Crab Festival

This is the 20th year for the Palatka Blue Crab Festival--and it promises to be better than ever!

There are activities galore--more than 30 free musical and specialty acts...more than 150 spectacular events and activities...more than 120 arts & crafters...the Blue Crab Antique Show & Sale...K9 Dog Show, and even an amateur auction contest!

The festival kicks off with a preview on Friday, May 23rd, at 5:00 pm and continues through Monday, May 26th, at 5:00 pm. The kick-off celebration features live entertainment and an early peek at what's happening throughout the weekend.

On Memorial Day (Monday, May 26th), come and show your support and gratitude to the men and women of our Armed Forces at the Memorial Day Parade. The parade starts at 10:00 am, and the Memorial Day Ceremony is at 11:00 am.

Enjoy three days of fun for the whole family!