Wellfleet OysterFest, and the town around it
Oct 17-18 in Wellfleet. Twenty thousand people come to a town of three thousand for two days of oysters, and then the Outer Cape empties out until June.
What is on, and when
The Wellfleet OysterFest schedule as published for Oct 17-18, 2026. Times move on the day, so treat the organisers as the last word.
- WELLFLEET, MA
- Wellfleet OysterFest Oct 17–18 · Main St · $35
- WELLFLEET OYSTERFEST
- oysters harvested from Wellfleet Harbor Sat & Sun with live music, kids' area & more
- SATURDAY, OCT 17
- Gates 10 AM–5 PM Oyster Shuck-Off prelims 1 PM
- SUNDAY, OCT 18
- Gates 10 AM–5 PM Shuck-Off finals 1 PM
- SHUCK-OFF
- behind Town Hall, 300 Main St $3,000 prize both days
- GETTING THERE
- Free beach parking & complimentary shuttles from 9:45 AM
- SEE YOU IN WELLFLEET
- wellfleetoa.org for the full schedule
Walking it
Main Street to the town pier is a ten-minute walk, and the galleries in between are the reason to go slowly.
Roughly 2h 15m from Boston, MA. Those are door to door by car and will move with traffic.
Where to eat in Wellfleet
12 independent, owner run places in Wellfleet. This is a selection, not a ranking, and it is not everywhere in town.
- The Wicked Oyster. Local Wellfleet oysters, beloved brunch
- Van Rensselaer's. Potato-crusted salmon, sesame seared ahi 508-349-2127 1019 State Hwy Rt 6, S Wellfleet
- Blackfish. Truro. Former blacksmith shop, refined seafood
- Ceraldi. Intimate seaside, Mediterranean, locally sourced
- PB Boulangerie Bistro. French - artisanal bread and pastry
- Winslow's Tavern. Downtown Wellfleet 508-349-6450 316 Main St
- Pearl Restaurant & Bar. Harborside 508-349-2999 250 Commercial St
- Mac's on the Pier. Counter-serve on the harbor, fried clams
- Mac's Shack. Raw bar, sushi, lobster fettuccine
- Captain's Choice. Truro. Hidden gem, seafaring menu 508-487-5800 4 Highland Rd, North Truro
- Moby Dick's. ANCHOR - too famous to buy. Feature free. The Outer Cape Onion
- The Beachcomber. ANCHOR - too famous to buy. Old Lifesaving Station on Cahoon Hollow
About these listings
Everything on this page is published for information only. We are not affiliated with, endorsed by, or acting on behalf of Wellfleet OysterFest, its organisers, or any business listed here. Details are gathered from public sources and organisers change them, so confirm anything you are relying on before you travel.
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Questions people actually ask
When is Wellfleet OysterFest?
Oct 17-18, 2026, in Wellfleet, Massachusetts.
How far is Wellfleet from Boston, MA?
About 2h 15m by car, door to door.
Where should I eat in Wellfleet?
There are 12 independent, owner run places listed above with phone numbers. It is a selection rather than a ranking, and there is plenty in town it does not cover.
Are you affiliated with the festival or the businesses listed?
No. Everything here is published for information only. We are not affiliated with, endorsed by, or acting on behalf of any festival, organiser or business named on this page.
Does FOG need a data connection while I walk?
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